The Presidency has reacted to a media report that Nigerian leader, Goodluck Jonathan was booed in South Africa on Saturday during the inauguration of President Jacob Zuma for a second term at the Union Buildings, Pretoria. Jonathan, speaking through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Reuben Abati, on Saturday night in Abuja, berated the…
Month: May 2014
Terrorists Kill 19 In Two Adamawa Villages
No fewer than 19 persons were feared dead in two communities in Adamawa State on Sunday morning by some suspected Boko Haram members, Aproko247 has reliably learnt. The attacks came barely 24 hours after a bomb went off at a football viewing centre in Jos, Plateau State during a Champions League final match between Real…
Imo Assembly Moves To Stop Baby Factories
Operators of baby factories in Imo State are in for tough times ahead as the State House of Assembly has moved to end the act in the state. Recently, Imo State has become a comfort zone for those in the unscrupulous business, which has put the Governor Rochas Okorocha-led state in the spotlight for the…
Yomi Fabiyi's 'Father Moses' To Hit Market Soon
Aproko247 has learnt that the much-anticipated ‘Father Moses, a flick produced by the young, energetic and respected movie producer, Yomi Fabiyi, is set to be released soon. From what we gathered, all plans are being finalised to make sure ‘Father Moses’ hit the shelves soon. And from what we scooped, many are anticipating to watch…
Fashola Goes Hard On Striking LASU Staff
Applies ‘No Work, No Pay’ Rule Lagos State Government has threatened to apply the ‘no work no pay’ rule on the striking workers of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, Lagos State University chapter. Special Adviser to Governor Babatunde Fashola on Education, Otunba Fatai Olukoga, said the law, approved by the governor, would be applied…
Ruth Osime Ruthlessly Jilted By Lover, Sonnie Ayere
Sonnie with Ruth at an event Heartbreak is what most women do not like, especially the emotional ones among them, and when such happens, the unpredictable may occur. Information making the rounds indicates that pretty and highly connected Ruth Osime, who celebrated her 50th birthday some months ago, may have had her heart smashed on…
GTBank Picks 'African Bank Of The Year' Award Again
Guaranty Trust Bank, GTBank, has again been named as the ‘African Bank Of The Year’. The reputable and highly innovative financial institution is getting the award for the second year running. GTBank was given this honour by African Banker Magazine on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at the awards ceremony that held at Kigali Serena Hotel,…
Amaka Igwe Goes Home June 13
The remains of late Nollywood icon, Amaka Igwe, would be laid to rest on June 13, 2014 in her marital hometown in Imo State, her families have announced. The founder of Top Radio 99.9 FM, Lagos, died on April 28, 2014 in Enugu State during a movie shoot. The deceased would be buried on June…
Inside Sambisa Forest: The Boko Haram Notorious Den
Once a game reserve renowned for its wildlife, Sambisa is now a key stronghold for Islamic insurgents, and a place of fear for the people of Borno State. A few months ago, the name Sambisa Forest meant nothing to many Nigerians. Not anymore. It has come to signify terror and home to the terrorist group…
Real Madrid Lifts 10th Champions League Trophy
Christiano Ronaldo sealed Real Madrid’s 4-1 win against arch city rivals, Atletico Madrid in the 2013/2014 season of the UEFA Champions League final played on Saturday night in Lisbon, Portugal. The Diego Simone’s side took the lead 36 minutes into the match through Diego Godin’s header. However, Sergio Ramos levelled three minutes into injury time…