Monday, January 26, 2015

EKSU students brutalized during protest in Epe today


There was rioting between students of Ekiti State State University (EKSU) and the management of one of its affiliate colleges, Michael Otedola College of Primary Education in Noforija, Epe Lagos State where some students were allegedly brutalized by security

European Union Rejects Monitoring Election In N/ East

The European Union International Election Observation Mission has rejected monitoring some states in Nigeria because of the challenges facing the country.
Gen. Buhari
Gen. Buhari
The election observers reportedly refused to monitor the February general elections in the north-eastern parts of the country as a result of the insecurity posed by members of the radical Islamist sect, Boko Haram.

Drama As FA Cup Rounds Up


It was a weekend of drama in the FA Cup fourth round games played all over the United Kingdom with the account of David and Goliath repeating itself.
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Bradford Celebrating
It all started with a three-time champions league champions, Manchester United that could not pass through Cambridge of Friday night.

Opinion: 5 Reasons Why Buhari Might Win


Following the recent controversies that have trailed Gen Mohammadu Buhari’s decision to contest in the coming presidential elections. Political analyst  Adedayo Ademuwagun, gives 5 reasons why Buhari is so popular right now. Excerpts below
Gen. Buhari
Gen. Buhari
Muhammadu Buhari is probably the most popular politician in the country right now. The hashtag #FeBuhari has been trending on social media and a lot people have been rooting strongly for him around the country. He just might win the election coming up next month. Things are going really well for him.

Dan Etete Warns Patience Jonathan Over Goverbor Dickson

Following the show down between the first lady, Patience Jonathan and the Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson, a Former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Chief Dan Etete has warned her to stay clear.
Patience Jonathan
Patience Jonathan
The Nation reports that Etete, who spoke at the weekend in Yenagoa at an event to mark his 70th birthday, took a swipe at the First Lady over the alleged meddlesomeness of Mrs. Jonathan in the affairs of the state as well as getting involved with the internal politics of Bayelsa.

OPINION: Time to arrest Oyedepo, Mbaka, others

Recently, Bishop David Oyedepo, the founder of the Living Faith Church also known as Winners Chapel proclaimed that he will open the gate of hell on all those who oppose President Goodluck Jonathan while Father Mbaka showed his support for incumbent President Goodluck Jonathan and later reversed his support for the President. This seems to be the current trend of preachers in Nigeria. 
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Rev. Mbaka.
But Naij.com writer and contributor on political issues has come out to argue that clergymen shouldn’t air their political views and he gives his reasons why. Read his piece below.

Jonathan Worships At Winners Chapel

President Goodluck Jonathan made a surprise visit to the Living Faith Church a.k.a Winners’ Chapel International on Sunday where he worshiped.
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President Goodluck arriving Living Faith church Cannan Land Ota for a Church Service in Lagos on Sunday
He appealed to members of the church to continue to pray towards a successful and peaceful election next month.
The visit was as the church concluded its 21 days fasting and prayers which started on January 5, 2015.
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From left Wife of Bishop of Living Faith Mama Faith Oyedepo,Bishop of Living Faith Bishop David Oyedepo and President Goodluck Jonathan
He said, “I want to use this platform to sincerely thank all for embracing the Nigerian system.  Everybody knows what has happen as a nation; we try to react to all kinds of challenges to Nigeria, to retreats from some that are negative.
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4 Main auditorium of living faith Church Ota Where Presidsent Goodluck Jonathan worship
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From left Chief of Staff to the President Jones Arogbofa Executive Secretary Christian pilgrim board Mr Kennedy Okpara and President Goodluck Jonathan
“The challenges would have been worst today if you have not been praying, and with your prayers we will surly overcome all.
“I thank our Father and Bishop for his commitment to the work of God and commitment to bring up the young ones. This is one church that has established two universities.
“Education is the key, maybe because of my background. I came from a very humble background and if I didn’t go to school I wouldn’t have been here with you.
“My emphasis is that, we need to liberate the people for more great opportunities to acquire education.   I use this opportunity to commend you for praying for the nation towards a successful forth coming next month election.
“God will make sure we conduct our election peacefully and this country will continue to move in the direction we want.
“Thank you for the good work you have been doing and the nation will continue to grow from strength to strength.”
It will be recalled that President Goodluck Jonathan visited the Winners Chapel Ministry of The Living Faith Church January 25, 2015 where Dr. David Oyedepo is the Presiding Bishop but in a dramatic event, what would be regarded as a shock to many went down during a service held at the Church’s head office in Ogun state.

Women’s World Cup: Canada names squad to face Super Falcons, others

Canada has named their squad to play at the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia & New Zealand. Led by Head Coach Bev Priestman and capta...