PPC Chick: January 2014

Friday, January 31, 2014

‘National Confab modalities very unfair’

The release of the modalities for the National Conference by the Federal Government has elicited mixed reactions from lawmakers and party chieftains. While some viewed the modalities for the confab as timely others said that it was ill-timed. The Federal Government in a statement on Jan.30, 2014 released the modalities for the national conference to be held in the FCT. The lawmakers made

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EFCC, banks seek collaboration toward financial crimes

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has pledged to deepen its collaboration with the Committee of Chief Compliance Officers (CCO) of commercial banks to eliminate financial scam. The collaboration was the fallout of a recent meeting between the two bodies in Lagos at which they stressed the need for mutual trust and respect in sanitising the nation’s financial sector. The

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Army trains 937 officers on counter insurgency

The Nigerian Army School of Infantry, Jaji, Kaduna, on Friday said it trained 937 soldiers on counter terrorism as part of efforts to strengthen the fight against terrorism. A breakdown of those, who attended the six-week training in the school, showed 489 were from Headquarters Infantry Corp Centre; 200, 7 Division; and 248, Nigeria Army Ordnance Corps (NAOC). The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.

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UK Archbishops Criticise Nigerian And Ugandan Anti-Gáy Laws

The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have written to the presidents of Nigeria and Uganda, after being asked about laws there penalising gay people, British Broadcasting Corporation news. The letter said homosexual people were loved and valued by God and should not be victimised or diminished. Nigeria and Uganda have both passed legislation targeting people with same-sex attraction. The

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CONSTITUTION AMENDMENT: PDP Reps stop amendment to ease Jonathan impeachment

A proposal to amend the constitution to simplify the impeachment process of the president failed in the House of Representatives yesterday, after members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, rallied to frustrate the plan. The House, however, pushed through amendments to the constitution to compel the president to present an annual state of the union address to the National Assembly.

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Reps reject bid to simplify impeachment of President

Members of the House of Representatives on Thursday rejected a proposal to simplify the process of removing the President and Vice-President from office. The proposal was contained in a bill seeking to amend Section 143 of the 1999 Constitution by deleting it and replacing with an entirely new section 143. The bill, which was sponsored by a lawmaker from Bauchi State, Yakubu Dogara, sought

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Separate us before she kills me, man tells court

A businessman, Mr Seyi Ogundeji, on Friday pleaded with a Customary Court in Ake, Abeokuta, to dissolve his marriage to Biola on grounds of threat to life. Ogundeji, 34, who resides at 17, Oke-Bode, Abeokuta, accused Biola, 29, of public embarrassment and incessant fighting. “My wife is very troublesome; she usually curses and embarrasses me in the public anytime we have a little

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I Placed A Curse On My Ex-Boyfriend Who Messed Me Up, Now He Wants Me To Release Him!

Please, I really need some advice. This is about something that happened to almost 10 years ago. It all began in 2002 when I gained employment in an organisation. And, in the course of duty, I got very close to a guy named Mike. I later got to know we lived in the same area and since he had a car, he was always taking me home. In 2003, we still shared the closeness and I was beginning to

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Mourinho concedes defeat to City before clash

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho feels Manchester City are favourites for Monday’s Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium. While Mourinho saw his side draw 0-0 with West Ham on Wednesday, City moved top of the table thanks to a 5-1 victory over Tottenham at White Hart Lane. Manuel Pellegrini’s free-scoring side are now a point ahead of Arsenal and three clear of third-placed Chelsea. Ahead

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Watch : CONFESSION OF A FORMER BOKO HARAM MEMBER

CONFESSION OF A FORMER BOKO HARAM MEMBER

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66-year-old Man to be Sentenced for Smuggled THOUSANDS OF Piranhas Into The U.S.

Federal authorities say a tropical fish merchant has admitted smuggling more than 39,000 piranhas into New York City and mislabeling them as common aquarium fish. The Justice Department says Joel Rakower and his Queens company, Transship Discounts Ltd., pleaded guilty Wednesday and agreed to pay $73,000 in fines. Piranhas are illegal in New York City and more than two dozen states.

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Yuguda, Muazu: who controls Bauchi PDP?

Between Adamu Muazu and Governor Isa Yuguda, Who controls the affairs of the People’s Democractic Party (PDP) in Bauchi state? This is the question on the lips of many citizens of Bauchi state following the recent appointment of the former Governor of Bauchi State, Alhaji Adamu Muazu, as the National Chairman of PDP. Adamu Muazu was the Governor of Bauchi state from 1999 to 2007 and was a

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APC has Good Chance to Win 2015 Elections –Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed the belief that the newly formed mega opposition party, All Progressives Congress (APC), has a good chance to defeat the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 2015. He said the opposition only needs to make sure there was internal democracy within their ranks and for the leaders to downplay their ambition and interests for the overall

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How Baby Factory Was Uncovered in Ondo

A Baby factory has been uncovered in Ilu-Titun in Okitipupa council area of Ondo State by the state command of the Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS. At least 24 suspects were arrested in connection with the illegal establishment.Among those nabbed by the anti-trafficking detectives of the command included five pregnant women, five nursing mothers, five babies, two of which are less than a

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N1.5trn to be spent on police reforms

President Goodluck Jonathan said that the federal government would spend N1.5 trillion in the next five years to reform the Nigeria Police Force. Jonathan made this known at a two-day retreat on Sustaining Nigeria Police Reforms in Makurdi on Thursday. The event was organised by the Police Service Commission (PSC) in conjunction with the Benue Government. Represented by Sen. Bala Mohammed, the

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Photos: See the Miracle Bra that claims to instantly increase breasts 3 sizes BIGGER

The quest for ever-bigger breasts may be over as Ann Summers release a bra claiming to boost your assets more than ever before – all without a scalpel. The racy firm say their new Triple Boost Ultimate Cleavage bra increases breasts by a three cup sizes in an instant. At £34, it’s a much cheaper – and pain-free – alternative for women who crave bigger breasts, but don’t have the will nor the £

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E-X-P-O-S-E: 5 Unique Ways For Guys To Win Girls Heart

This one will probably steal your heart in your early 20’s, in those years when you’re trying to figure out who you are and who you want to be, and discovering your wings seems to come with a side of rebellion. You’ll think you can change him, but you can’t. 1. The First Love. Also commonly known as “The High School Sweetheart.” This boy is the Kevin to your Winnie. The Cory to your Topanga.

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See How Heroin Is Allegedly Sold With Snacks in USA

A McDonald's employee has been charged with dealing Heroin to customers by stashing it in their Happy Meals. "I'd like to buy a toy." According to reports, this was the phrase uttered by customers hoping to score a side-order of heroin when ordering a Happy Meal from a branch of McDonalds in Pittsburgh, USA. According to a statement from the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office, police

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PRESS BRIEFING BY ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC) CAUCUS ON BUDGET FILIBUSTERING

Being a Text Delivered by Femi Gbajabiamila, (Minority Leader, House of Representatives) at Press Briefing of APC House Caucus on 2014 Budget Filibustering at Hearing Room 1 (White House) on Wednesday, 29th of January, 2014 Gentlemen of the Press, We would like to address you on our party’s position on Executive Bills and put the records straight. As far as the House is concerned, keenviavia

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On the Aregbesola church project controversy – Prof. Labode Popoola

From left, General Overseer, Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye; Governor State of Osun, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola and his Deputy, Mrs Titi Laoye-Tomori, during the Special End of the Year Prayer tagged: ‘Lets’ go a Fishing at Federal Polytechnic Ede Sport Complex, Ede, the State of Osun, on Tuesday 24-12-2013 The PUNCH is my number one newspaper, at least

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PRESS BRIEFING BY ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC) CAUCUS ON BUDGET FILIBUSTERING

On the Aregbesola church project controversy – Prof. Labode Popoola

Keshi is still the best coach in Africa – Ghana coach

Bloemfontein (S/Africa)- Coach Maxwell Konadu of Ghana says Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi, is still the best coach in Africa. This he noted was in spite of the defeat of the Super Eagles, 4-1 on penalties, by his team in the African Nations Championship (CHAN) semi final match. With the defeat, Ghana would now meet Libya which qualified at the expense of Zimbabwe while Nigeria would have

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PRESS BRIEFING BY ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC) CAUCUS ON BUDGET FILIBUSTERING

On the Aregbesola church project controversy – Prof. Labode Popoola

PRESS BRIEFING BY ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC) CAUCUS ON BUDGET FILIBUSTERING

On the Aregbesola church project controversy – Prof. Labode Popoola

PRESS BRIEFING BY ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC) CAUCUS ON BUDGET FILIBUSTERING

On the Aregbesola church project controversy – Prof. Labode Popoola

Read Ali Baba takes on billionaires on twitter

Do you agree with him?

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‘I never cheated on 9ice’-Toni Payne

Popular Nigeria artiste Abolore Akande Alias 9ice and his wife Toni Payne announced there was trouble in paradise and called their marriage of two years quits amidst cheating rumours, throwing the entire entertainment sector in fits especially with the lyrical-war that ensued between 9ice and Ruggedman (you all know the story). Days, weeks and months after the break-up, the media could only

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PHOTOS: How Islamic Teacher Sexually Assaults His Pupils

A 32-year-old islamic teacher identified as Mallam Ibrahim Salley has been smoked out of his hiding place by the police for allegedly abusing children sexually. He was arrested by the police at his hideout at Asensu Bar in Ashaiman, away from the Valco Flats location where he lived. A neighbour had expressed concern about the activities of the Mallam (or teacher) but he was asked to provide

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See 'The Shining' Twins All Grown Up

"Hello, Danny. Come play with us." Who can forget two of the most terrifying hall dwellers ever to appear in a horror flick? Lisa and Louise Burns, the identical twins who played the terrifying Grady sisters in Stanley Kubrick's film "The Shining," made a rare public appearance recently in London during a screening of "Dr. Strangelove" at the British Film Institute, 34 years after their

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Read 10 Reps Members Response To Shekarau Defection PDP

It's indeed funny that a respected former governor, Ibrahim Shekarau join others to form the APC and all he is interested in is how to be in charge of Kano State, rather than join other APC national leaders to build their party for the good of Nigeria. This is what has affected the opposition till date, selfish agendas. Shekarau left the APC he and others formed because he doesn't want the

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See The Most Fattening Restaurant Food? It's Not at McDonald's

While the fast food burgers and deep-fried nuggets get the bulk of the blame for our ever-expanding waistlines, new research shows that upscale, full-service restaurants can be equally destructive to our diets. A sit-down meal at a restaurant that includes a split appetizer, an entrée, and one side can set you back an average of 1,494 calories while providing 28 grams of saturated fat and 3,512

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