4 Year Old Girl Becomes Dumb After Repeated Sexual Assault By Father (Photos)

Four-year-old Rebecca (not real name) has lost her voice following several sexual assaults on her by her 37-year-old father, identified as Ademola,  She has not been able to talk for the past few weeks.

Her mother explained to Saturday PUNCH how her husband of 14 years had been molesting their daughter.

Blessed with four children; three girls, including a set of twins, and a boy, she reminisced about how they used to live as one (happy) family in the Igando area of Lagos before things took a grim turn and she caught her husband committing one of the most gruesome crimes against their second daughter – sexual assault.

Photo Of Goodluck Jonathan's Grand Daughter

Goodluck Jonathan's daughter, Faith Edwards and her hubby, Godswill, welcomed their first child, a girl, in the US  on September 23rd. The little girl has been christened, Princess Eliana Godswill Edward. 

Terrible Bomb Blast Claims Several Lives In Abuja, Police Take Serious Action

Suspected Boko Haram members yesterday detonated an improvised explosive device at Kuje market around the police station in Abuja killing scores of people.

EFCC Raid Diezani Alison-Maduekwe's Abuja Home ....Video + Photos

The Asokoro, Abuja home of former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has been raided and sealed by officials of EFCC. Security operatives are reportedly currently stationed at the palatial home.

READ WHY ALEXIA THOMAS, NIGERIAN BORN FIERY BRITISH ACTIVIST RENOUNCED HER NATIONALITY

PROFESSOR Alexia Thomas is a Nigerian born, British
Naturalized citizen whose face is very familiar in most homes in United
Kingdom (UK) through her regular legal assistance to hundreds of
Commonwealth citizens entering UK having various Immigration issues or
court representation through her sound litigation attorneys who offers
several assistance to citizens of Commonwealth inside UK that are having
challenges with either the British police, Immigration or Home Office over
illegal arrests or detention.

OPC LEADER CAUTIONS GOVERNOR AMOSUN.....'WAKE UP FROM YOUR SLUMBER"

The National coordinator of Oodua Peoples ‘Congress ,OPC,  Otunba Gani Adams has cautioned the Governor of Ogun State Senator Ibukunle Amosun from making frivolous allegation against ethnic militias  in Nigeria .

In a release  made available to media Otunba Adams described the  statement credited to Governor  Amosun  alleging OPC and others militias of secessionists tendencies as “hopelessly unfortunate , frivolous in intention and act which is very  undignified of the personality of a South – West Governor “

US Will Continue To Partner Nigeria For Peace, Stability-US Consul General

The United States of America will continue to partner Nigeria to achieve peaceful co-existence and sustainable development especially in the country’s drive towards attainment of enduring democracy.

Diezani Madueke Arrested In London On Behalf Of The Nigerian Government

Nigeria's former minister of Petroluem Diezani Alison- Madueke, was arrested in London today alongside four other people by the UK National Crime Agency on behalf of the Nigerian government.

She was arrested for offences related to bribery and corruption being investigated by the UK National Crime Agency

Anambra Governor Grants 25 Prisoners Freedom, Gives Each N1million As Independence Celebration

Twenty five prisoners from the three prisons in Anambra State have regained their freedom as well as received empowerment to the tune of one million naira each from the state government.

Governor Willie Obiano announced the prerogative of mercy and the empowerment on the prisoners serving different jail terms in Awka, Onitsha and Nnewi prisons as part of activities marking the nation’s 55th Independence anniversary and as a measure of hope to them to be able to re-integrate into the society and fend for themselves.

There Is No Rush In The Rescue Of Missing Chibok Girls - Nigerian Army

The Acting Director, Defence Information, Military Headquarters, Abuja, Col. Rabe Abubakar,at a press conference in Lagos on Thursday, said that even though it's imperative to the military to rescue the kidnapped Chibok girls, there was no immediate hurry to do so because their rescue demanded adequate patience and planning.

Man Of God Defrauds Church Members Of Millions Of Naira In Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has arraigned Pastor David Oladele before an Ebute-Meta Magistrate’s Court for allegedly defrauding his members of millions of Naira in car deals.

The pastor, along with others at large, allegedly defrauded six people by failing to remit profits from selling their cars, and issuing them fake cheques.

Suicide Bombers Attack Maiduguri Leaving 14 People Dead

The Nigerian army has released a statement confirming the multiple bomb blast that occurred in Ajilari Railway Crossing in Maiduguri Borno state yesterday night between the hours of 9-930pm.

In the statement which was signed by Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, the Acting Dorector Army Public Relations, 4 suicide bombers attacked the area, detonated their bomb vest simultaneously with their target being some Muslim faithfuls who had gone to a mosque in the area to pray.
14 people including the suicide bombers were confirmed dead while 39 are said to be receiving medical attention. The army appealed to residents of the affected areas to remain calm and advised that they continue to be very vigilant and security conscious as everything necessary is being done to secure their lives and properties.

Corruption Must Have No Place In Our Society - Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called on all Nigerians to work towards kicking out corruption in the country. He made the call while speaking with journalist at his home in Abeokuta, Ogun state to mark Nigeria's 55th independence celebration yesterday October1st. According to him;

"Corruption must not have resting place within our society. We must kick corruption out because it destroys almost everything and I am not talking about corruption of money.
Corruption of attitude, nepotism, favouritism, they are corruption in different forms and all aspects of corruption must be kicked out of our society"he said He said at 55, Nigeria had not done badly as a country ".Fifty-five years in the life of a nation is comparatively young, growing and when you look at the life and history of those that you may call settled societies or reasonably mature countries, we are not doing too badly. They have had missteps just like we are having missteps; they have made mistakes and most of them have learnt from their mistakes” he said.

Be.Television CHANNEL 133 EXCITES STARTIMES SUBSCRIBERS

The most talked about rave channel for StarTimes subscribers in recent time is Be.Television. The viewership has consistently been on the upward trend since it was launched on  15^th of May 2015. Random sampling credited this spot-on success rate to the unique content which essentially captures every member of the family. 

FEAR OF VIOLENCE: KWSG CANCELS INDEPENDENCE PARADE

The Kwara State Government has cancelled the 55^th Independence Anniversary parade, previously scheduled to hold at the Metropolitan Square, Ilorin today.

In a statement issued last night, the Secretary to the Government of Kwara State, Alhaji Sola Isiaka Gold, said the cancellation follows security reports that certain individuals arrived the state overnight with the intention of unlawfully disrupting the independence day celebration and endangering lives. 

Boko Haram Has Resorted To Poisoning Water Sources - Nigerian Army

Information reaching the Theatre Command, Operation Lafiya Dole indicates that Boko Haram terrorists have now resorted to poisoning water sources like wells and streams in areas they were dislodged by gallant troops or areas threatened by offensive operations. The latest being the poisoning of the cattle water ponds in Kangallam village along Marte and Abadam axis in Borno State where a large number of cattle died after drinking water from the ponds. 

Read President Buhari's Independence Day Message To Nigerians

OCTOBER 1 is a day for joy and celebrations for us Nigerians whatever the circumstances we find ourselves in because it is the day, 55 years ago; we liberated ourselves from the shackles of colonialism and began our long march to nationhood and to greatness.

No temporary problems or passing challenges should stop us from honoring this day. Let us remind ourselves of the gifts God has given us. Our Creator has bequeathed to us Numbers – Nigeria is the ninth most populated country on the planet. We have in addition:

Senate To Announce Ministerial List On 6th Of October

The ministerial list which was received yesterday by Senate President Bukola Saraki, will be made public at the next senate sitting which is on Tuesday October 6th.

Though there are speculations that Babatunde Fashola, Chris Ngige, Ogbonnaya Onu, Kayode Fayemi, Rotimi Amaechi are included in the list.

Nigeria @ 55, Happy Independence Day

Freedom in the Mind, Faith in the words....Pride in our Souls.....Lets salute Nigeria on 55th Independence Day! Happy happy independence day to all

Guess What....Tiwa Savage Is Back And Sexy

The Dorodiva returned last week to the country after giving birth in July is back, sexy and back to work. 

PDP Tells Nigerians To Show Some Respect For The Office Of The President

PDP has called on all Nigerians to show some respect to the office of the President. In their independence message to Nigerians, the party said;

PDP urges all citizens to have full respect for the office and person of the symbol of the leadership of our great country, the President. The President can be constructively criticized, but under no circumstance should he be abused or insulted in any way and under any guise whatsoever. 

Senator Saraki Confirms Receipt Of Ministerial List

The much awaited ministerial list has finally been delivered to Senate President, Bukola Saraki by the chief of Staff to President Buhari. Lets keep our fingers crossed to hear the next announcement of ministers.

Counter-terrorism: A Call on Borno Elites By Fatima Goni

The signal we receive daily in counterterrorism campaigns, especially from Borno State is disturbing and alarming. The alleged conspiracy and seeming collaboration with members of the affected communities are also grave and disturbing, considering the sacrifice of the Nigerian troops to curtail the excesses of the terrorists in the northeast region.

The Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed has approved the appointment of  Dr. Muritala Awodun as the pioneer Executive Chairman of Kwara State Internal Revenue Service(KWIRS) and Dr. Isaac Gbenle as its new Director of Field Operation, Processes and Research.

 According to a statement by the Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications, Dr. Muyideen Akorede, the 

CRUDE OIL TRANSPORTATION CONTRACTS HELP CUT COST- EXPERTS

The federal government’s decision to award marine transportation contracts for crude oil movements from terminals to the refineries is not only cost effective but equally in tune with best environmental practices.

This was the verdict of oil experts in response to a publication on an online news media, Premium Times, thatclaimed in its reports that the crude oil transportation contracts awarded under former president Goodluck Jonathan to PPP Fluid Mechanics(PPPFM) and its sister company, Ocean Marine Solutions Ltd(OMS) owned by Captain HosaOkunbor and Dr. Tunde Ayeni respectively was fraudulent.

HAJJ STAMPEDE: FEARS OVER FATE OF LAGOS LAWMAKER

Hajj Stampede: Hon. Adefolabi Still Missing

Contrary to the official report by the Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board that no casualty was recorded among the pilgrims from the state in the stampede that occurred in Mina, on the way to Jamarat, where many pilgrims died, Classic International Magazine reliably gathered that one of the pilgrims from Lagos state, Hon. Adeola Maurufudeen Adefolabi is still missing.

AMBODE MOURNS PASSAGE OF ONOSODE

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday expressed sadness over the death of foremost technocrat and industrialist, Gamaliel Onosode.



Onosode, a former Presidential Adviser to President Shehu Shagari died on Tuesday at the age of 82.

BON READING 2015: ONDO STATE FIRST LADY SET TO HOST NOLLYWOOD STARS

One of the major events that characterize a build up to the annual prestigious BON Awards is the BON READING. 

The CEO of BON awards Mr. Seun Olotukeyi has announced that the 2015 edition of the BON READING will hold on Sunday, the 4^th of September in the SUNSHINE STATE; Ondo State. In his statement, he said;  

Protesters Barricade National Assembly In Support Of Saraki

Protesters have barricaded the National Assembly drumming support for the embattled Senate President, Bukola Saraki and his deputy Ike Ekweremadu. The pro democracy group, Ohanaeze Ndi-Igbo Youth Movement ,ONYM, led by Mr Uche Nnadi told newsmen that the rally to the National Assembly was also to protest the use of anti-corruption war by politicians for personal gains.

“This despair is caused by the fact that the anti-corruption war which Nigeria in general and Igbo youths have keyed into is being misused by few political elite to fight their political war.

Stop Displaying Personal Aquisitions On Social Media!!!

A security expert and Lagos Police Command spokesperson, DSP Joseph Offor says showing off on social media is a security risk and would advice people to stop it. 

"It's not advisable for anyone, whether you're a celebrity or not, to post your personal acquisitions on social media. Such a thing is very risky. And those doing that will only end up putting the police on their toes." He said

Olu Falae Narrates Kidnapping Experience

 A former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Chief Olu Falae yesterday while receiving a former Chief of Defence Staff, General Alani Akinrinade, at his home yesterday narrated how the men who kidnapped him on his farm last week Monday dealt with him and how he almost lost his life in the process. His story below;

Africans Are Not Gays!!! Robert Mugabe Declares At The UN General Assembly- Watch Video

Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe declared bluntly to the world leaders at the United Nations that Africans are not gays and totally reject attempts to prescribe new rights including gay rights in Africa

"We equally reject attempts to prescribe "new rights" that are contrary to our values, norms, traditions, and beliefs. We are not gays! Cooperation and respect for each other will advance the cause of human rights worldwide. Confrontation, vilification, and double-standards will not." he said.  

 Watch the video below...

Read President Buhari's Full Speech At The 70th General Assembly Of The UN

President of the General Assembly,
Secretary–General

Your Excellencies Heads of State and Governments

Distinguished Delegates

Ladies and Gentlemen,

I would like, Mr. President, on behalf of the Government and people of Nigeria, to congratulate you and your country on your election to preside over the 70th session of the U.N. General Assembly.

Watch Video Of Boko Haram Members As They Celebrate Sallah Openly In Sambisa Forest

The Boko Haram terrorists have released a video of them celebrating the just concluded muslim feast Eid Kabir in Sambisa forest with their numerous wives and children. Watch below...

HOW FCMB ADDED GLAMOR TO OJUDE OBA FESTIVAL

The Bank has been sponsoring/supporting the Festival over the years. FCMB’s involvement in the festival is a demonstration of its value as a helpful bank committed to reaching out to all segments of the society. 

FCMB promised to continue to support initiatives that will enhance the well-being of the society and the people by providing value-added offerings.

Grumbling in Diplomatic Circle On The Politicalization Of Saraki's Trial

Although totally in support of the fight against graft and related sleaze, the diplomatic community is beginning to worry over the political dimension the ongoing trial of the President of the Senate, Dr. Bukola Saraki is taking.

To that extent, the international community has refused to see the Saraki trial in the light of an anti-corruption issue but a project designed to settle political scores, adding that such a disposition could undermine the gains the administration might record afterwards. 

GLO OJUDE OBA FESTIVAL 2015: GLITZ AND GLAMOUR OF MISS OJUDE OBA IN PICTURES

President Buhari Orders Hajj Commission To Account For All Nigerian Pilgrims In Saudi Arabia

President Buhari has ordered the National Hajj Commission and the Nigerian Embassy in Saudi Arabia to urgently account for all Nigerian pilgrims in the aftermath of the stampede that happened in Mecca last Thursday.

In a statement released by his Senior Special Assistant Garba Shehu, Pres. Buhari gave the directive following conflicting reports on the number of Nigerians who died or suffered injuries in the catastrophe which claimed well over 700 lives.

56 Nigerian Pilgrims Confirmed Dead In Mecca Stmpede

56 Nigerian pilgrims are reported to have died in the Hajj stampede last week.About 77 others were injured and many still missing. 
The figures were released last night  at a news conference in Makkah  by the Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Abdullahi Mukhtar.Chief Imam of the Sul­tan Abubakar III Jumaa’at Mosque, Sokoto, was among those killed in the stamped.