Who pirated October 1?
When some one dedicates himself to making quality films in today's Nollywood, there has to be concern as to how that person stays afloat. Kunle Afolayan prefers plaques on his walls to money in the bank. He might not be broke, but he must be in debt. He values name more than wealth, at least for now. He desires to tell a story rather than exploit the people. His only gain, for now, must be carthasis: there must be a certain inner glow that beats any orgasm millions of Nairas (no, make that Dollars) account balance must gives rabidly money-minded Nigerians. But it is what we have become: selfish, individualistic, neo-colonial apologists— a being no longer recognisable, bearing little or no resemblance to the men that made October 1, 1960, a reality.
Lecturers’ll support new LASU VC if… – ASUU
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Lagos State University (LASU) chapter, said it would give the new Vice Chancellor, Professor Olanrewaju Fagbohun, full support provided he followed the rule of law.
Man granted N50, 000 bail for stealing N12,000 planks
A 27-year-old man, Dayo Rasaq, on Thursday appeared in an Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court sitting in Ibadan for allegedly stealing one wood door and 12 planks.
Osun bus driver remanded over alleged killing, attempt to bury passenger
A 37-year-old bus driver, Abiodun Sesan John, was on Thursday remanded in Ilesa Prisons in Osun for allegedly killing a passenger and attempting to bury him in the bush.
27-year-old man jailed for wandering around the streets of Abuja
A Kado Grade 1 Area Court, Abuja, on Thursday sentenced a 27-year-old man, Sunday Vincent, to three weeks imprisonment for public nuisance.
Bayelsa Supplementary poll: INEC begins distribution of sensitive materials
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Bayelsa on Thursday said it had commenced distribution of sensitive election materials for Saturday’s supplementary poll in the state.
Mechanic remanded in Kirikiri prison for defiling, impregnating 15-year-old girl
An Ikeja Magistrates’ Court on Thursday remanded a 30-year-old mechanic, Soliu Arolu, who allegedly defiled and impregnated a teenager.
How ex-PDP BOT Chair, Anenih survived heart surgery in UK
The former Chairman, Board of Trustees (BOT) of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Tony Anenih underwent an open-heart surgery in an unnamed UK hospital last month, TheCable reports.
Boko Haram kill seven in suicide attack, raid
Boko Haram gunmen have mounted their first attacks since Nigeria’s government declared the Islamist group “technically” defeated, killing seven people in a raid and suicide bombing, residents told AFP Wednesday.
Over 160 killed in cattle theft clashes — Army
The cattle are also stolen to be sold for money to the nearby island nation of Comoros, despite a government ban.
Iran accuses Saudi of air strike on Yemen embassy
“The Saudi government is responsible for the damage caused and for the situation of members of staff who were injured,” Ansari added, without specifying when the alleged strike took place.
‘Zidane must win trophies at Real Madrid’
Zinedine Zidane needs to win trophies to survive as Real Madrid coach, and must win several of them to leave a heritage, former Liverpool boss Gerard Houllier has said.
Electricity: New tariff to take effect from Feb.1 —NERC
“NERC holds NASS in high esteem and assures that both institutions are working to ensure that national and consumer interests are protected.”
IMF’s Visit: Learn from IBB’s pitfall, Jimoh Ibrahim warns Buhari
Group Managing Director, Energy Group, Jimoh Ibrahim has warned President Muhammadu Buhari to be wary of the IMF’s current visit to Nigeria describing it as an economic bait that will do Nigeria no good.
Breaking News: Ex-PDP Chairman Haliru Bello, Son get N600m bail
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has granted bail to the former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Dr. Haliru Bello and his son, Abba, to the tune of N600m.
$2.1bn arms scandal: EFCC to arrest, prosecute Bureau De Change operators
“Some of your operators are fond of carrying huge amounts of money out of the country, since they can no longer withdraw more than 300 dollars using the ATM.
