Christmas in’Biafra’ and other stories

Christmas in’Biafra’ and other stories

As readers of the ‘Orbit” may surely have noticed, this column went on furlough in the last four weeks. I’d chosen silence as a means of introspection and rejuvenation. Sometimes, Nigeria can hit one with such intensity in the gob, and force us to muteness. As every self-respecting newspaper columnist knows, such moments call for self-imposed solitude, and this to avert burn-out. Nigeria is indeed like that hot soup in the stories, which we must learn sometimes to lick from the edges of the bowl.
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Dying man saves $55K to bribe God

Dying man saves $55K to bribe God

A dying civil servant instructed his wife to bury him with $55,000, which he intended to appease God to forgive his earthly sins.

Harmattan haze: Lagos urges motorists to drive carefully, observe road/traffic signs

Harmattan haze: Lagos urges motorists to drive carefully, observe road/traffic signs

The Lagos State Government on Saturday reiterated the need for all road users particularly drivers to drive carefully on the road by observing the speed limit and other road/traffic signs on highways in order to reduce accidents to the barest minimum, especially during this harmattan haze which definitely limits the broad view of drivers to see far distance on the road.

Delta commissioner, 44 others bag chieftaincy titles in Oleh

Delta commissioner, 44 others bag chieftaincy titles in Oleh

THE Odiologbo of Oleh kingdom, Delta State, HRM Ovrawah Omogha l, has conferred traditional chieftaincy titles on 45 persons, including Delta State Commissioner for Urban Renewal, Dr.Karo Ilolo; Chairman of Isoko South Local Government council, Sir Ithiako Ikpokpo, Chief Umueruno Edo and Chief Isaac Igbudu in recognition of their contributions to the development of the kingdom.

Set yourself free with the Word

Set yourself free with the Word

Brethren, the year 2017 is unfolding. As individuals, we have our aspirations and expectations but, as Christians, we should always remember that these dreams would not become a reality when we exclude the divine touch. What do I mean? With you on the side of God and God on your side, your little efforts will produce amazing testimonies. You will definitely have pleasant surprises.

Want hot sex? Stay clear of men over 60!

Want hot sex? Stay clear of men over 60!

VERA always thumbed her nose at women who she said make a fool of themselves by running after toyboys. If she were to have a relationship outside her marriage, it would be with men in the same age bracket as her. So now in her sixties and her husband of over 20 years resting in his grave, she was lucky to have landed a man in her age bracket for a date.

White Paper Report: Adamawa Government sacks Revenue Board Chairman

White Paper Report: Adamawa Government sacks Revenue Board Chairman

Yola – Adamawa Government on Saturday announced the sacking of the Executive Chairman of the State Board of Internal Revenue, Alhaji Idris Tuta . Briefing newsmen on the outcome of a special meeting of the State Executive Council, Commissioner of Information and Strategy, Mallam Ahmad Sajoh, said the removal of the chairman was sequel to […]

Married mothers should make love every night!

Married mothers should make love every night!

Considering the chaos of family life, you might imagine this to be a special occasion but we have sex practically every night. Intimacy is a huge part of our 14-year relationship,” the glue that bonds our marriage together. Having three children is no excuse for letting your love life dwindle”.