NAFEST 2014: Nigerians showcase rich culture in Ebonyi, focus on unity

The cultural troupes and contingents from 19 states and Abuja recently stormed Ebonyi State for the 28^th National Festival of Arts and Culture (NAFEST).

The event, which was hosted by the Ebonyi State government, showcased the rich cultural heritage of the country.

Bombs, guns trouble UNIMAID students

Our Reporter: ISOLA TAIWO
Fears and hopes have continued to trail the resumption of the University of Maiduguri for the 2014/2015 academic session. Despite the ongoing insurgency in the North-east part of the country, students have continued to troop to the ancient city of Maiduguri but not without some fears and apprehension.

Boko Haram crisis: Nigeria fury over US arms refusal

Nigeria’s ambassador to the US has criticised Washington for refusing to sell his government “lethal” weapons to fight militant Islamists.

Africa Cup of Nations: Morocco will not host finals over Ebola fears

Morocco will not host the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations because of its fears over the Ebola outbreak elsewhere on the continent, the Confederation of African Football (Caf) has confirmed.
However Caf did not announce a new venue for the tournament, due to take place from 17 January to 8 February. It said it had had “some applications of national associations confirming their desire to host the competition”.

Jonathan announces re-election bid

President Goodluck Jonathan has formally declared that he will seek a second term of office at next year’s general election.

Full text of President Jonathan's Declaration Speech today

Below is the full text of president Jonathan's declaration speech today Nov. 11 at the Eagle's Square

Dear Compatriots:

1.         Four years ago, precisely September 18, 2010; I stood in this Eagle Square, to offer myself for election as the President of our beloved country on the platform of our great party; the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Sewol trial: Ferry captain sentenced to 36 years in jail

The captain of the South Korean ferry which sank in April has been found guilty of gross negligence and sentenced to 36 years in prison.
The Sewol ferry was carrying 476 people when it went down. More than 300 died, most of them school students.