Nkechi Nwaogu is the current Senator representing Abia-Central Senatorial district. She previously served as an Abia State representative in the Nigerian National Assembly
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world news 1- 'Balloon boy' parents to plead guilty November 12, 2009The Colorado parents in the "balloon boy" case will plead guilty to offenses for creating a hoax that their son had flown away in a large balloon.
- Charges dropped in Japan custody case November 12, 2009Authorities have dropped charges against an American who tried to snatch back his children from his ex-wife in Japan, the prosecutor's office said Thursday.
- Obama may want more Afghan options November 12, 2009President Obama sent his top aides back to the drawing board Wednesday by "pushing for revisions to clarify how and when U.S. troops would turn over responsibility to the Afghan government," a senior administration official said.
- Dog back after a year MIA in Afghanistan November 12, 2009An Australian special forces dog has been found alive and well more than a year after going missing in action in Afghanistan.
- Fort Hood suspect a loner, profiler says November 12, 2009A criminal profiler says Fort Hood shooting suspect Maj. Nidal Hasan fits the profile of a mass murderer better than that of a terrorist.
- Sex abuse case spurs search for bodies November 12, 2009Investigators are searching the property that once belonged to one of five members of a Missouri family arrested on multiple child sexual abuse charges for "a body or bodies," the Lafayette County sheriff said Wednesday.
- Paramedic: Pool saved burned boy's life November 11, 2009For firefighter-paramedic Bobby Goss, it was the worst call of his four-year career. He was among the first on the scene after Michael Brewer, 15, was set ablaze.
- Mike Tyson arrested in airport scuffle November 12, 2009Former boxing champ Mike Tyson was arrested on a misdemeanor battery charge after a scuffle with a celebrity photographer who was following him at Los Angeles International Airport on Wednesday afternoon, police said.
- 'Balloon boy' parents to plead guilty November 12, 2009
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- Mozambique: Victory for Frelimo Amid Claims of Election Fraud November 11, 2009The incumbent, President Armando Guebuza, has won the Mozambican 2009 elections in a landslide, obtaining three quarters of the votes, according to official results.
- Zimbabwe: Tsvangirai Returns to Cabinet After Boycott November 11, 2009Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai and ministers from his party attended a cabinet meeting on Wednesday following their 're-engagement' with ZANU PF.
- Liberia: Judges Caution Taylor's Prosecutors on 'Fresh Evidence' November 12, 2009As Charles Taylor faced his second day of cross-examination, his defense counsel objected to prosecution attempts to introduce "fresh evidence" after its case was closed, calling it a trial by "ambush." Meanwhile, Mr. Taylor tried to distance himself from the types of acts committed during Sierra Leone's brutal conflict – such as fi […]
- Congo-Kinshasa: Govt Creates Safety Net by Diversifying Economy November 12, 2009The DRC with an estimated population of 65 million has the second largest land area in Sub-Saharan Africa. It is rich in natural and human resources and in need of foreign direct investment to re-build an economy stagnated by prolonged civil war.
- Somalia: Gunmen Kill Puntland's Chief Justice, Lawmaker November 12, 2009Unknown assailants have gunned down Sheikh Mohamed Abdi Aware, the head of Puntlad's 1st Law court in the commercial port city of Bossasso.
- Kenya: MPs Snub Post-Election Violence Debate November 11, 2009Parliament on Wednesday failed to debate a Bill seeking to establish a local tribunal due to lack of quorum.
- Kenya: Forest Settlers Move Out Ahead of Govt Forces November 11, 2009The flow of illegal settlers out of Mau Forest started on Wednesday, a day after the government deployed security officers ready to evict them.
- Sierra Leone: Claims Presidency Interferes With Judiciary November 11, 2009It may be seven years after the country's civil war, but Sierra Leone is still battling to obtain an independent judiciary.
- Gabon: Presidential Aide Quits in Financial Scandal November 11, 2009A crony of the newly-elected Gabonese President Ali Bongo Ondimba, has been forced to resign from the government due to a magazine report that links him to a financial scandal.
- Rwanda: Half of the Country's Children Still Suffer From Chronic Malnutrition November 12, 200952% of children below the age of 5 suffer from chronic malnutrition which results in stunted growth. It is one of the most striking findings of the Comprehensive Food Security and Vulnerability Analysis and Nutrition Survey.
- Africa: Secondhand Smoke Remains a Challenge Despite Laws November 12, 2009While several African countries are making progress in implementing smokefree laws, nearly 90 percent of people on the continent remain without meaningful protection from secondhand smoke.
- Nigeria: Containing Pneumonia November 12, 2009Recent reports on the effect of pneumonia on children should be a matter of serious concern to the authorities.
- Nigeria: 'U.S. Suit Confirms GM Rice Contamination in The Country' November 12, 2009The legal action instituted against Bayer CropScience AG by farmers in the United States for allegedly contaminating their farms with Genetically Modified (GM) rice seeds in 2006 is a further confirmation of the validity of tests carried out on rice samples collected by the Environmental Rights Action/Friends of the Earth Nigeria (ERA/FoEN) in Nigeria and ot […]
- Congo-Kinshasa: Turning a Blind Eye to Killing And Rape in DR Congo November 12, 2009In a debate that ended a few hours ago, the United Nations Security Council discussed the pressing, but still elusive issue of protection of civilians in armed conflict.
- Rwanda: Monuc Accused of Sharing Intelligence With Rebels November 12, 2009New information has emerged that a clandestine partnership of sharing intelligence existed between the United Nations Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUC) and FDLR rebels even deeper than earlier thought.
- Rwanda: Country Vows Resilience on Climate Change November 12, 2009Rwanda will adopt strong strategies that help to mitigate negative impacts of climate change and will remain vocal in pushing for a deal that readily addresses this global issue, State Minster for Environment and Mines Vincent Karega has said.
- Nigeria: 'Deregulation May Not Lead to Fuel Prike Hike' November 12, 2009The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) yesterday declared that the planned deregulation of the downstream sector of the petroleum industry would not necessarily lead to a hike in the prices of petroleum products as generally believed.
- Africa: Reforms Shield Continent From Recession November 12, 2009AFRICA has been shielded from the worst effects of the global recession, yet its growth rate this year is projected to be 2,8%, down from 5,7% last year.
- Africa: Regional Integration to Lower Infrastructure Costs - WB November 12, 2009African countries will have to continue pursuing regional integration if they are to cut costs across all aspects of infrastructure, the World Bank said in a latest report on Africa's Infrastructure.
- Egypt: Rendition Redux? November 12, 2009On the heels of a federal appeals court ruling that only the U.S. Congress and the executive branch of government - not the courts - can interfere with government-sponsored "extraordinary rendition", a U.S. citizen from New Jersey is asking another court to tell the government it wasn't okay to secretly imprison and abuse him in three differen […]
- Mozambique: Victory for Frelimo Amid Claims of Election Fraud November 11, 2009
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- MY PROPHESY ABOUT THE IKEDI OHAKIM AND MARTIN AGBASO ELECTORAL COURT DISPUTE November 11, 2009The rhythm of the song has not changed, the drumbeat remains the same, the drummers are still the old hands, and the dancers have never changed a little bit. This explains Martin Agbaso’s approach to his wishful thinking over Governor Ikedi Ohakim’s seat; of course, the array of sycophancy exhibited by his legion of solicited [...]kenneth uwadi
- The movie Itohan,Cossy Orjiakor,the boobs and the dog show November 10, 2009 kenneth uwadi
- OSOFIA HEAD SELF November 10, 2009Segun Arinze, President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria announced that Nkem Owoh has been kidnapped. Mr. Owoh is one of the top Nollywood actors .He is popularly called ‘Osuofia’. We are told that he was kidnapped along the Enugu – PortHarcourt Expressway and his kidnappers have reportedly demanded a 15 million naira ransom. This is [...]kenneth uwadi
- Nigeria: Dokubo-Asari Alleges Assassination Plot November 9, 2009-THISDAY Warri — Ex-militant kingpin and leader of the Niger Delta People Volunteer Force and the People Salvation Front (NDPVF/PSF), Alhaji Mujahid Dokubo-Asari, has alleged that the Federal Government was planning to eliminate him within a couple of weeks. In an e-mailed statement yesterday, the NDPVF/PSF alleged that the Federal Government was contemplati […]kenneth uwadi
- Farida Waziri: Calling the NBA to order November 9, 2009By Daniel Elombah As the intensive moves to recover banks’ debt by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) continues, the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has condemned the CBN, EFCC and other security agencies for hiding under the guise of banks’ predicament to turn itself into a debt recovery agent. But Nigerians are not surprised by [...]kenneth uwadi
- Bode George: Ministers, others threatened Waziri November 9, 2009-The Nation Some ministers, government officials and influential Nigerians were reportedly behind the threats against the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mrs. Farida Waziri, over the arraignment in court, of a former Deputy National Chairman of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olabode George. It was also learn […]kenneth uwadi
- Senate suspends N300bn contract report that indicted Anenih and others for corruption November 9, 2009BY Daniel Elombah The Senate has indefinitely shelved consideration of the report of its ad-hoc committee which indicted Tony Anenih, a former minister of Works and former chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees and other serving and former ministers of culpability in the misuse of N300 billion in the transportation sector during [.. […]kenneth uwadi
- The CBN list of troubled banks’ debtors November 9, 2009The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) published a long list – 600 names in all, of non-performing debts – owed mostly by politicians, entrepreneurs and shareholders/directors – whose companies secured loans totalling N450 billion from five banks. The banks – BankPHB Plc, Equitorial Trust Bank, Spring Bank Plc, Wema Bank Plc and Unity Bank [...]kenneth uwadi
- No 2nd Term for YarÁdua – Billionaire-Debtors Vow November 9, 2009With almost all the names of bigwigs in Nigeria’s corporate and political circles published in the list of Bad debtors in the country, the re-election of President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua in 2011 is in jeopardy due to massive mobilisation and underground gang up to ensure that he does not return to power after the first [...]kenneth uwadi
- BIGGEST CELEBRITY CHEATS OF THE WORLD November 8, 2009Dame Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor, DBE (born 27 February 1932), also known as Liz Taylor, is an English-born British-American actress. She is known for her acting skills and beauty, as well as her Hollywood lifestyle, including many marriages. Taylor is considered one of the great actresses of Hollywood’s golden years, as well as a larger-than-life celebr […]kenneth uwadi
- THE NEW MAN-MIKE TYSON November 8, 2009Former Heavyweight Champion Mike Tyson and Wife Lakiha Spicer attend a Remembrance Service at the Cenotaph on November 8, 2009 in Chelmsford, England. Mike Tyson is visiting the UK with ‘Come Back to the Fans’ Tour. ( // November 7, 2009 – Photo by Getty Images Europe) Former Heavyweight Champion Mike Tyson and Wife Lakiha Spicer [...]kenneth uwadi
- Rihanna: ‘I’m Naturally a Survivor’ November 8, 2009Written by BangShowbiz Rihanna is opening up about the Chris Brown incident for the first time, and wants to let other women out there to know domestic violence can happen to anyone, and they can overcome it. She said her ordeal has made her even stronger. The “Umbrella” singer, who was attacked by her then-boyfriend in [...]kenneth uwadi
- Usher Signs Papers Divorcing Wife Tameka Foster!! November 8, 2009-zimbio Usher was back in the dating pool as of Wednesday, when his 2-year marriage to his former hair stylist Tameka Foster was finalized after a long court ordeal. In June, Usher supposedly filed for divorce, claiming (via People magazine) there was “no reasonable hope of reconciliation” and their union was “irretrievably broken.” […]kenneth uwadi
- Uganda: Fufa’s Watson, Kyeyago Get Court Summons On Embezzlement Charges November 7, 2009-Monitor Two Fufa officials have been summoned by the Buganda Road Court to answer charges of embezzlement and causing financial loss to the tune of over Shs972m. According to the summons dated Novemeber 4, 2009 and seen by Daily Monitor, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Edgar Watson and Fufa vice president finance Jowali Kyeyago are wanted in court [...]kenneth uwadi
- Western Sahara: PAP Adopts Motion On Release of Prisoners November 7, 2009THISDAY Midrand — A majority of sixty-eight members of the Pan- African Parliament (PAP) have adopted the motion to exert pressure on the government of the Kingdom of Morocco to release the seven human rights activists that were “abducted upon their return from visiting their families in the Saharawi refugee camps.” The motion also stated that in […]kenneth uwadi
- Nigeria: N5 Billion Scam – EFCC Launches Fresh Investigation Against Neco Registrar November 7, 2009-Leadership Abuja — It is not yet over for the Registrar of the National Examination Council, (NECO),Prof Promise Okpala,as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched a fresh investigation to ascertain his involvement in an alleged N5billion scam against him. A reliable source in the commission told journalists yesterday that the chairm […]kenneth uwadi
- Nigeria: Sokoto – Furore Over Panel’s Report November 6, 2009Sokoto — The commission of inquiry set up by the Sokoto State government to probe the immediate past government of Alhaji Attahiru Bafarawa has recommended that the former governor and some of his officials refund the sum of N2.9b to the state. “Let’s meet in court,” the indicted persons replied. But what are the people [...]kenneth uwadi
- Nigeria: Post-Amnesty – Yar’Adua Proposes N352.3 Billion Budget November 6, 2009-THISDAY Abuja — President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua yesterday sought the endorsement of the National Assembly for a N352.2 billion supplementary appropriation to enable the Federal Government address emerging challenges of the post-amnesty period in the Niger Delta region. The supplementary budget was received in the House of Representatives on a day the ch […]kenneth uwadi
- Nigeria: No Going Back On Deregulation – Yar’Adua November 6, 2009-VANGUARD Abuja — PRESIDENT Umaru Yar’Adua has said that the deregulation of the downstream sub-sector of the petroleum industry is inevitable, but that government is still holding consultations with stakeholders on the necessity of the action. Speaking with Baroness Glenys Kinnock, Britain’s Minister of State for Africa, at the State House, yes […]kenneth uwadi
- Nigeria: Vaswani Brothers – EFCC Will Appeal Verdict, Says Waziri November 6, 2009-THISDAY Abuja — Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mrs. Farida Waziri, has said the commission will appeal the verdict of a Federal High Court in Lagos on Wednesday, which declared Federal Government’s action in the deportation of the Vaswani brothers (Sunil, Haresh and Mahesh) as illegal. Waziri, while fielding questions […]kenneth uwadi
- MY PROPHESY ABOUT THE IKEDI OHAKIM AND MARTIN AGBASO ELECTORAL COURT DISPUTE November 11, 2009
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- 143 Sokoto Villages Linked To National Grid November 12, 2009One Hundred and Forty-three villages in Sokoto State have been electrified in the last one year, according to the Sokoto State Commissioner for Information, Alhaji Dahiru Maishanu. Maishanu, who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Sokoto, said that … Read more later.nnamdi@leadershipnigeria.com (Agency Report)
- Fuel: Kano Bans Hawking November 12, 2009The Kano State Government has banned the sale of petroleum products outside filling stations, a practice locally referred to as ``bunburutu''. The state Commissioner for Information, Alhaji Haruna Dederi, told newsmen on Thursday in Kano that service stations in the state had also been banned from selling their products to hawkers. He said that the […]nnamdi@leadershipnigeria.com (Agency Report)
- Kwara To Prosecute Erring Contractors November 12, 2009The Kwara state government says a new contractual clause that would make contractors who fail to execute projects within stipulated time liable to prosecution is being considered. The Commissioner for Works and Transport, Mr. Kola Shittu told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ilorin on Thursday, that the measure became necessary in view of the slow pace of […]nnamdi@leadershipnigeria.com (Agency Report)
- Nyako Approves VC For Adamawa Varsity November 12, 2009Governor Murtala Nyako of Adamawa state has approved the appointment of Dr Alkasim Abba as Vice-Chancellor of the State University. A statement by the Information and Protocol Officer of the University, Malam Ahmad Sajoh in Mubi on Thursday, stated that the appointment which took effect from October 7, is for a period of five years. Read more later. […]nnamdi@leadershipnigeria.com (Agency Report)
- PHCN Warns Against Bush Burning November 12, 2009The Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN), on Thursday, warned farmers and rat hunters against bush burning to avoid damaging its equipment. Speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), in Kaduna, the Public Affairs Manager in the state, Mr. Baba Limmy-Ikaige, appealed to farmers and rat hunters to avoid setting bushes on fire for selfish reasons. He sa […]nnamdi@leadershipnigeria.com (Agency Report)
- NCCE To Set Standard For Teaching Practice November 12, 2009The National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) has promised to set up a common standard for both teacher trainees and teaching practice supervisory authorities. The Executive Secretary of the commission, Prof. Muhammad Junaid made this known in Minna, at the opening of a three-day workshop organised by the commission for the dissemination of Qualit […]nnamdi@leadershipnigeria.com (Agency Report)
- Bafarawa/ Wamakko Political Enmity November 12, 2009'Anybody who has friend as monkey, one day he will eat from stolen harvest' (proverb). In recent times, I have observed with keen interest the diatribes and tantrums between the former Governor of Sokoto State, Attahiru Dalhatu Bafarawa, and the incumbent Governor Aliyu MagatakardaWamakko. Similarly, I have read with a chuckle and sometimes with an […]jacob@leadershipnigeria.com (Jacob)
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- Bears’ Reign Persists At NSE November 12, 2009The bears continued their tight grip on the equity sector of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE), as price lossers continued to outweigh gainers, causing market indices to slide further by 0.04 per cent. Specifically, at the end of trading yesterday, 44 stocks constituted the losers’ chart, while only 23 stocks recorded price gains. Consequently, the value of […]jacob@leadershipnigeria.com (By Nkiruka Anene, Lagos)
- Deregulation Will Not Lead To Hike In Prices –– NNPC November 12, 2009The Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Dr. Mohammed Sanusi Barkindo yesterday laid to rest speculations that the deregulation of the downstream petroleum sector will lead to increases in the prices of petroleum products. Barkindo said that the planned reform of the downstream sector of the petroleum industry woul […]jacob@leadershipnigeria.com (By Ese Awhotu, Abuja)
- 143 Sokoto Villages Linked To National Grid November 12, 2009
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- Sultan, Onaiyekan condemn religious crisis November 12, 2009The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar and Archbishop John Onaiyekan yesterday condemned religious crisis in the country and canvassed Muslim-Christian collaboration for peace. The duo spoke yesterday in Abuja at a press conference of the Nigerian Inter Faith Action Association,(NIFAA) where they are co- chairmen. Sultan Abubakar described the […]
- LG award scam: Reps C’ttee deputy chair disowns awards November 12, 2009Rep Ubale Jakada Kiru (ANPP, Kano State), Deputy Committee Chairman on States and Local Government Affairs of the House of Representatives has disowned the “Nigeria Local Government Development Awards 2009” given to some local government councils in the country by his committee. Kiru told Daily Trust yesterday that he was not aware of any resolution by the C […]
- Nigerian pilgrims face high cost of food November 12, 2009
- Another Oba dethroned in Ondo November 12, 2009Barely five days after kingmakers announced the removal of the Deji of Akure, Oba Adesina Adepoju, another prominent monarch in Ipele town, Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State was dethroned yesterday.
- Niger ANPP protests dissolution of exco November 12, 2009
- ECOWAS standby force to takeoff 2010 November 12, 2009The European Union yesterday applauded ECOWAS progress in the formation of a Stand-by force envisaged for 2010 as a precuser to the proposed Africa Standby force.
- ‘Prompt ransom payment aids kidnapping’ November 12, 2009Inspector General of Police (IG) Ogbonna Onovo has said the spate of kidnapping in Nigeria is mostly caused by families of rich victims who are in a hurry to pay ransoms.
- ‘US suit confirms GM rice contamination in Nigeria’ November 12, 2009The legal action instituted against Bayer CropScience AG by farmers in the United States for allegedly contaminating their farms with Genetically Modified (GM) rice seeds in 2006 is a further confirmation of the validity of tests carried out on rice samples collected by the Environmental Rights Action/Friends of the Earth Nigeria (ERA/FoEN) in Nigeria and ot […]
- ECOWAS to set mechanism on food security November 11, 2009Agriculture Minister, Abba Ruma has said that the Economic Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS) has commenced a programme to fast track the realization of food security in the region. He said other packages by ECOWAS commission include promotion of global enabling environment for the development of regional agriculture, as well as, strategies for r […]
- ‘Why we are not complying with court judgment on Uyo constituency’ November 11, 2009The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) yesterday said it has not complied with the ruling of the Appeal Court, Calabar asking it to issue certificate of return to Chief Emmanel Obot because Bassey Etim is challenging the ruling at the Supreme Court.
- Sultan, Onaiyekan condemn religious crisis November 12, 2009
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- Taylor Swift Is Having the Best Week of Her Life November 12, 2009Now the teen country star is looking for the next challenge in her zooming careerEileen Finan
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- Taylor Swift Is Having the Best Week of Her Life November 12, 2009
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- Nigerian star gets 40 lashes for drinking in Sudan-(AFP) November 11, 2009KHARTOUM — A Nigerian football star who plays for a Sudanese club has been sentenced to 40 lashes for having consumed alcohol, a judicial source said on Wednesday.
- Nigeria Golden Eaglets Captain 7 YEARS ago November 11, 2009Adokiye Amiesimaka, former Green Eagles player, former Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Rivers, former Chairman of Sharks Football Club has been castigated for saying that Fortune Chukwudi, captain of Nigeria's Golden Eaglets is at least 25 year old.
- The Andy Uba threat November 10, 2009
- The Age Of The Coup-Democrats November 10, 2009As General Mohammed Sani Abacha allegedly took his final salute to the sweet, carnal tomb which eventually drew him to his final tomb, the dominant, conservative, but disgraced military-in-power, including both its retired and still serving wings, took a rear-guard step. They re-mobilised to ensure that the hurriedly-planned short transition programme which […]
- An Open letter to the Nigerian Church November 10, 2009As we must account for every idle word, so must we account for every idle silence- Benjamin Franklin You are not only responsible for what you say, but also for what you do not say - Martin Luther Oppression can only survive through silence-Carmen de Monteflores Dear Pastor, Reverend, Bishop, Archbishop, Cardinal, General Overseer, Elder, Minister, Deacon, D […]
- "I Go Chop Your Dollar" Actor, Nkem Owoh kidnapped-Channels TV November 10, 2009Kidnappers have abducted the popular Nigerian actor, Nkem Owoh. The president of the actors guild of Nigeria told channels television today that Mr. Owoh was kidnapped along Enugu-Port Harcourt express way.
- Nigerians cry, ministers smile to foreign banks November 10, 2009No doubt, Nigeria parades the best set of Newspaper editors in Black Africa as aptly shown by the quality of awards received so far by many Nigerian Journalists across Africa. Just last week, the Sunday Trust editor, sorry, one of the nation’s longest serving Acting Sunday Editors Mr. Theophilus Abbah scooped for himself a fantastic award as Africa […]
- Ken Saro-Wiwa and the question of leadership in Nigeria. November 9, 2009“When I was contemplating the struggle, I knew it was going to require a lot of energy, patience and money,” Ken writes in his prison memoirs A Month and A Day (which I am paraphrasing here since somebody has permanently borrowed my copy). Of those three things, Ken said he knew he had a lot of energy, that if he did not have patience he could cu […]
- Stay in jail and like it, High Court tells Bode George November 9, 2009A Lagos High Court which jailed PDP chieftain, Chief Olabode George, two weeks ago for mismanaging N85 billion of Nigerian Port Authority funds, today refused his application seeking bail pending his appeal.
- UPDATED: Ibori's London trial resumes: Southwark Crown Court adjourns again till November 24. November 9, 2009Contrary to a report by The Guardian on Sunday of yesterday, November 8, erroneously stating that the trial in London of the three women associated with James Ibori had been postponed till November 16, 2009, the trial recommenced as scheduled today in London before Judge Christopher Hardy of the Southwark Crown Court.
- Nigerian star gets 40 lashes for drinking in Sudan-(AFP) November 11, 2009
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- Nigeria - News November 12, 2009You are currently using FREE feeds from Newstin. You will get more data and services with Newstin Pro RSS licensed subscription.Newstin Pro RSS provides aggregated and categorized news content covering 1.25 Million news categories from 160.000 online sources in the format that can be easily integrated into environment or software of your choice. Read more ab […]
- Nedum makes City pledge November 12, 2009
- Former Nigeria player urges team to beat Spain in U-17 WC November 12, 2009
- EU expresses concern over security situation in West Africa November 12, 2009
- Nigeria star Worgu faces 40 lashes November 12, 2009
- Child neglect, poverty, abuse among top concerns over children: report November 12, 2009
- Niger opposition delegation in Nigeria to meet ECOWAS mediator November 12, 2009
- UAE companies exhibit products at Lagos trade fair November 12, 2009
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- North Korea Threatens South Over Naval Clash November 12, 2009By HYUNG-JIN KIM Associated Press Writer SEOUL, South Korea November 12, 2009 (AP) The Associated Press South Koreans watch a television screen showing undated file footage of a South Korean Navy ship... South Koreans watch a television screen showing undated file footage of a South Korean Navy ship near the disputed waters off South Korea's west coast, […]
- Medvedev urges modernization of Russian economy November 12, 2009MOSCOW-Russia needs to shed its dependence on exports of raw materials and to build a new high-tech economy to survive, President Dmitry Medvedev said in his annual state-of-the-nation address Thursday. In a challenge to his predecessor and mentor, Vladimir Putin, Medvedev also called for reducing state involvement in the economy and promised to offer suppor […]
- Japanese 'should learn from war' November 12, 2009Japan's Emperor Akihito has said his biggest worry is that young Japanese are forgetting their country's history. Speaking on the 20th anniversary of his accession to the throne, he said there were lessons to learn from the wartime reign of his father, Hirohito. He said his...
- Russian President Says Economic Focus Must Change November 12, 2009Associated Press MOSCOW --Russia needs to shed its dependence on exports of raw materials and build a new high-tech economy to survive, President Dmitry Medvedev said in his annual state-of-the nation address Thursday. Mr. Medvedev said the country has continued to rely on an aging Soviet industrial base and to draw...
- Trudy Rubin: Afghan women need help to sustain their fragile gains November 12, 2009HERAT, Afghanistan - I came to this city of clean, tree-lined streets, near the Iranian border, to write about Afghan women. The subjugation of women under the Taliban, who forbade them to work, attend school or leave home without a male relative, once galvanized Americans' emotions. The freeing of women was a big achievement of the Taliban's ouste […]
- Obama wants revised Afghanistan war options November 12, 2009Comments WASHINGTON (Map, News) - President Barack Obama won't accept any of the Afghanistan war options before him without changes, a senior administration official said, as concerns soar over the ability of the Afghan government to secure its own country one day. Obama's stance comes as his own ambassador in Afghanistan, Karl Eikenberry, is voici […]
- Kolkata one of Asia's most vulnerable cities to warming effects November 12, 2009NEW DELHI: Dhaka, Manila, Jakarta and Kolkata are topping a new list of major Asian cities vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Kolkata is the fourth most vulnerable Asian city but number three among those least prepared to adapt. According to Mega-Stress For Mega-Cities, a new report by World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), many of these cities are high […]
- Irish priest freed in Philippines after a month November 12, 2009DUBLIN: A 79-year-old Irish Roman Catholic priest abducted in the Philippines a month ago was freed early Thursday and neither country paid any of the kidnappers' US$2mil ransom demand, Irish and Filipino authorities said. The Rev. Michael Sinnott said he was not harmed but complained of arduous journeys as kidnappers took him by sea and through jungles […]
- UN says hunger stunts some 200 million children November 12, 2009MARIA CHENG Associated Press Writer= ROME (AP) â Nearly 200 million children in poor countries have stunted growth because of insufficient nutrition, according to a new report published by UNICEF Wednesday before a three-day international summit on the problem of world hunger. The head of a U.N. food agency called on the world to join him in a day of fasti […]
- Crime rings boost ivory smuggling November 12, 2009The last year has seen a major increase in the illegal ivory trade, with more involvement from organised crime. Figures compiled by Traffic, the agency charged with monitoring the trade, show a doubling in the volume of illegal ivory seized from 2008 to 2009. Researchers believe most of it is poached in West and Central Africa, while China is the main destin […]
- Obama Will Hold Southeast Asia Meeting November 11, 2009By TOM WRIGHT SINGAPORE -- President Barack Obama will hold a first-ever summit with the leaders of Southeast Asia next week as the U.S. tries to regain its dominance in a region that plays a crucial role in global trade but has rapidly expanded ties with China in recent years. The summit, which will take place Sunday on the sidelines of an annual Asia-Pacif […]
- Tension grows between China and India as Asia slips into cold war November 11, 2009You have to go to a tropical paradise to find the latest front in the brewing cold war between China and India. On the southernmost tip of the Maldives lies the island of Gan, a tiny patch of coconut palms and powdery white beaches. It was here that Britain set up a secret naval base in 1941, building airstrips and vast fuel tanks to support its fleet in the […]
- Lula defensive over Brazil blackout November 11, 2009
- Karadzic seeking appeal to remove appointed counsel November 11, 2009AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic asked the Yugoslavia war crimes tribunal on Wednesday to hear his appeal against the court's decision to appoint legal counsel after he boycotted proceedings. Judges ordered last week that legal counsel be appointed to Karadzic and adjourned his...
- Ahmadinejad suggests Iran role in atom fuel bank November 11, 2009TEHRAN (Reuters) - President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Wednesday declared Iran's readiness for international nuclear cooperation, including on a global fuel bank, but made clear again that Tehran would not halt its own atomic activities. In an interview with state broadcaster IRIB, Ahmadinejad did not directly mention a U.N.-brokered nuclear fuel deal mean […]
- Steal our gas, Europe will suffer: Putin warns Kiev November 11, 2009MOSCOW/KIEV (Reuters) - Russia will cut gas deliveries to Europe if Ukraine siphons off supplies crossing its territory, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday, in a warning that raised the spectre of another gas dispute. Russia's Prime Minister Vladimir Putin meets with leaders of the United Russia political party at his Novo-Ogaryovo residenc […]
- Africa's 2009 growth seen at less than 2%: ADB November 11, 2009ADDIS ABABA (AFP) – Estimates for Africa's economic growth in 2009 have declined to less than two percent, based on data to October, according to experts from the African Development Bank (ADB) and the UN on Wednesday. "The global...
- Georgia accuses Russia of arrests November 11, 2009Georgia has said that Russian forces have detained five of its citizens off the Black Sea coast near the breakaway Russian-backed region of Abkhazia. There have been a number of brief detentions of Georgians in recent weeks, mainly in South Ossetia, another Georgian breakaway area, which was the focus of last year's war between Tbilisi and Moscow. South […]
- Abbas again demands settlement halt November 11, 2009Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas again called for a halt to Israeli settlement building before he would resume peace talks with Israel, accusing it of trying to scupper Palestinian statehood. Addressing supporters of his Fatah party in Ramallah on the 5th anniversary of the death of his predecessor Yasser Arafat, Abbas said United Nations resolutions call […]
- US finally wise to Pyongyang's ways November 11, 2009
- North Korea Threatens South Over Naval Clash November 12, 2009
- News from Africa 4
- Ten cyclists named for ECOWAS International Cycling Tour November 13, 2009Ten cyclists named for ECOWAS International Cycling Tour November Out of the selected cyclists six will participate in the kilometre AccraLagos tour from November The selected cyclists are Samuel Anim Young Stars Francis Tetteh City Migro Isaac Odonkor All Stars Ali Ashi Gutten Proper Agbo Cit ...
- West African journalists commend "Group of Nine Countries" November 13, 2009Accra Nov GNA The West Africa Network of Journalists for Security and Development WANJSD on Wednesday commended the Group of Nine ECOWAS Countries for ratifying the Convention on Small Arms and Light Weapons SALW their ammunition and other related materials Mr Francis Ameyibor WANJSD Deputy General Secretary stated in an inte ...
- Crime rings boost ivory smuggling November 13, 2009The last year has seen a major increase in the illegal ivory trade with more involvement from organised crimeFigures compiled by Traffic the agency charged with monitoring the trade show a doubling in the volume of illegal ivory seized from to Researchers believe most of it is poached in West and Central Africa whil ...
- AAU to mark African University day November 12, 2009The Association of African Universities AAU will commemorate the African University day which falls tomorrow The day will bring together Public Universities in Ghana as well as other private Universities nonhigher education institution and the corporate sector There will be a public lecture tomorrow to discuss the theme of the day which ...
- Anglicans Welcome Offer From Vatican November 12, 2009The Vatican has published details of its plan to ease conversion for Church of England clergy unhappy about the ordination of women bishopsThe proposal offers them what amounts to their own dioceses within the Roman Catholic ChurchThe Vatican also said they could continue with Anglican traditions such as some church servicesAn ...
- Girlfriend Kills Uganda General November 12, 2009Ugandas former army chief James Kazini has been killed at his girlfriends flat in the capital KampalaReport said Maj Gen Kazini died after being hit on the head with an iron bar during a brawlAn army spokesperson said he had been a victim of domestic violence His girlfriend has been arrestedHe was sacked as army ...
- South African Police Kill Boy, 3 November 12, 2009South Africas police watchdog has condemned the shooting of innocent people after a boy of three was allegedly killed by a police officerThe officer reportedly mistook a pipe the boy was carrying for a gun He was in a car the police thought was being driven by suspected criminalsThe family of Atlegang Aphane said the policema ...
- SA police chief damns shooting of three-year-old boy November 12, 2009South Africas police chief has condemned the shooting of a threeyearold boy by an officerBheki Cele dismissed the officers claim that he fired in self defence believing the pipe the boy was carrying to be a gunHe told the BBC the killing was a reckless criminal act saying Even if it was a real gun you should not have started by ...
- Bennett's Trial Adjourned November 12, 2009The politically divisive trial of a senior aide to Zimbabwes Prime Minister has been adjourned after two hours of legal argumentsRoy Bennett was arrested on terror charges as he was due to be sworn in as deputy agriculture ministerThe attorneygeneral said the case was a serious matter which must be treated with the seriousness i ...
- Is Africa's land up for grabs? November 12, 2009Foreign acquisitions some opportunities but many see threatsBy Roy LaishleyAn apparent surge in the purchase of African land by foreign companies and governments to grow food and other crops for export has set alarm bells ringing on and off the continent The headlines have been strident The Second Scramble for Africa Starts Quest ...
- Ten cyclists named for ECOWAS International Cycling Tour November 13, 2009
- News from Africa 3
- Gunmen kill Somalia pirate judge November 12, 2009A judge known for jailing pirates and Islamists is shot dead in Somalia's northern Puntland region.
- Women die in Ghana mine collapse November 12, 2009At least 18 miners - 14 of them women - are killed when an illegal gold mine collapses in western Ghana.
- African slavery apology 'needed' November 12, 2009Traditional African rulers should apologise for the role they played in the slave trade, a Nigerian rights group says.
- Crime rings boost ivory smuggling November 11, 2009The last year has seen a big increase in illegal ivory trade with organised crime involved, says the world's monitoring agency.
- Tanzania hit by deadly landslide November 11, 2009A landslide kills at least 20 people in Tanzania after a torrential downpour causes a flash flood.
- Zimbabwe 'torture' witness allowed November 11, 2009A Zimbabwe court allows an ex-arms dealer to testify against MDC aide Roy Bennett, but says it can be alleged he was tortured.
- Big win for Mozambique's Guebuza November 11, 2009Mozambique's electoral commission declares President Armando Guebuza the resounding winner of October's election.
- Football star to get Sudan flogging November 11, 2009Nigerian football star Stephen Worgu is sentenced to be flogged in Sudan for drinking alcohol, which is banned.
- Pirate hostages on hunger strike November 11, 2009Hostages held by Somali pirates go on hunger strike in protest at the poor conditions they are being held in.
- The UN declares 18 July - Nelson Mandela Day November 11, 2009The UN General Assembly declares 18 July Nelson Mandela Day to mark his contribution to freedom.
- Missing link dinosaur discovered in South Africa November 11, 2009Scientists discover a fossilised dinosaur skeleton that is the missing link between the earliest dinosaurs and giant sauropods.
- Kenya turmoil ahead of Nigeria November 11, 2009Kenya's national team is in turmoil and will face Nigeria without their coach Antoine Hey, as they fight for a place at the Africa Cup of Nations.
- McCarthy aiming for fresh start November 11, 2009South Africa striker Benni McCarthy has apologised for his previous misbehaviour on his return to the Bafana Bafana fold.
- Trigger-happy? November 12, 2009Shoot-to-kill policy leaves South Africa police exposed
- Next big thing? November 12, 2009How footballer Freddy Adu copes on the bench
- 'Justice served' November 11, 2009Egypt reacts to Germany's 'veil martyr' verdict
- Behind rebel lines November 11, 2009Pictures of how Congo's militias take on army might
- Treasure hunt November 11, 2009Egypt seeks to reclaim its 'stolen' antiquities
- Eye in the sky November 10, 2009Unmanned drones to fight Somalia's elusive pirates
- Courtroom Egyptian killer gets life November 11, 2009A man is sentenced to life in jail after being convicted of murdering a pregnant Egyptian woman in a German courtroom.
- Gunmen kill Somalia pirate judge November 12, 2009
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- Medvedev calls for economy reform November 12, 2009President Dmitry Medvedev says Russia's old economic model no longer works, as he gives his state of the nation speech.
- US envoy opposed to Afghan surge November 12, 2009The US ambassador in Kabul warns against sending thousands more troops to Afghanistan, in a dramatic intervention.
- Sniff test to preserve old books November 12, 2009The key to preserving old, treasured books is contained in the compounds that produce their smell, say scientists.
- Sri Lanka military chief resigns November 12, 2009Sri Lanka's armed forces chief, Gen Sarath Fonseka, resigns amid reports he may run for president.
- BA and Iberia hold merger talks November 12, 2009British Airways says it and Spanish airline Iberia are holding separate board meetings to discuss some form of merger.
- Murder charges for Jewish settler November 12, 2009A Jewish settler is charged with murdering two Palestinians and attacks on left-wing and messianic Jewish targets.
- Crime rings boost ivory smuggling November 11, 2009The last year has seen a big increase in illegal ivory trade with organised crime involved, says the world's monitoring agency.
- Gunmen kill Somalia pirate judge November 12, 2009A judge known for jailing pirates and Islamists is shot dead in Somalia's northern Puntland region.
- Xbox console ban is 'permanent' November 12, 2009Thousands of gamers cut off from Microsoft's Xbox Live service will have to buy a new console to get back online, the firm says.
- Australian bomb dog lost in Afghan battle found months later November 12, 2009An Australian bomb-sniffing dog turns up safe and well more than a year after disappearing in a battle in Afghanistan.
- Five films on animated Oscar shortlist November 12, 2009The animated film shortlist at the Oscars is expanding to five after a record 20 films are submitted for consideration.
- Enke funeral to be held on Sunday November 12, 2009Germany goalkeeper Robert Enke is to be buried on Sunday in a small ceremony near his home following a memorial service at the Hannover stadium.
- Woods takes early Melbourne lead November 12, 2009World number one Tiger Woods moves into three-way share of the lead at the Australian Masters in Melbourne with a six-under-par opening round of 66.
- Is immigration to the UK a problem? November 12, 2009Gordon Brown has promised to "tighten" the UK's immigration rules. Is this the right policy?
- BBC World News September 29, 2009
- PM to 'tighten' migration rules November 12, 2009Gordon Brown vows to "tighten" immigration rules by reducing the number of professions which can recruit from outside Europe.
- Dementia 'chemical cosh' warning November 12, 2009Nearly 150,000 people with dementia are being given anti-psychotic drugs unnecessarily, an official review says.
- Ex-judge fined for drink-driving November 12, 2009A former crown court judge is fined £1,200 for drink-driving after he was stopped on the M6 nearly three times over the legal limit.
- Lenders cut repossession forecast November 12, 2009The number of homes likely to be repossessed this year will be only 48,000, the Council of Mortgage Lenders says.
- MoD bonuses attacked by families November 12, 2009Bonuses worth over £47m paid this year to Ministry of Defence civil servants are criticised by the families of some soldiers killed in Afghanistan.
- Medvedev calls for economy reform November 12, 2009
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- Not this time: LeBron, Cavs get better of Magic November 12, 2009LeBron James scored 36 points and the Cavaliers routed the Magic in an Eastern finals rematch on Wednesday.Associated Press
- Source: Jim Riggleman to manage Nationals in 2010 November 12, 2009Jim Riggleman will be the Washington Nationals manager for 2010, a source told ESPN's Tim Kurkjian.ESPN.com news services
- Police say Mike Tyson involved in LAX incident November 12, 2009Police say boxer Mike Tyson has been detained on suspicion of battery following an incident at Los Angeles International Airport involving paparazzi.Associated Press
- Tiger Woods opens with 66 to lead Australian Masters November 12, 2009Tiger Woods opened the Australian Masters with a 6-under 66, putting him atop the leaderboard in his first appearance Down Under in 11 years.Associated Press
- No Duncan, Parker: Spurs still beat Mavericks November 12, 2009Richard Jefferson scored 29 as the Spurs beat the Mavs on Wednesday.Associated Press
- NL Gold Gloves: Jimmy Rollins, Shane Victorino of Philadelphia Phillies are repeat winners November 12, 2009Shortstop Jimmy Rollins has won his third consecutive NL Gold Glove and Philadelphia Phillies teammate Shane Victorino has won for the second straight time in the outfield.Associated Press
- Ginyard, No. 4 Tar Heels run off NC Central November 12, 2009Marcus Ginyard matched his career high with 17 points to help North Carolina beat North Carolina Central 89-42 on Wednesday night in the 2K Sports Classic.Associated Press
- Los Angeles Lakers' Phil Jackson clarifies: Pau Gasol still day to day November 12, 2009Pau Gasol could reportedly be out until Christmas, according to Lakers coach Phil Jackson.ESPN.com news services
- Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek exercises option for 2010 November 12, 2009Jason Varitek exercised his player option for 2010 and will be back with the Red SoxESPN.com news services
- Notre Dame associate head coach Corwin Brown criticizes Navy for dirty play November 12, 2009Notre Dame associate head coach Corwin Brown has criticized Navy coach Ken Niumatalolo (nee-uh-mah-tuh-LOHL'-loh) for his postgame comments after the Midshipmen upset the Irish Saturday and for a "malicious" cut block by a Navy receiver.Associated Press
- Ken Griffey Jr. reaches one-year deal with Seattle Mariners November 12, 2009Ken Griffey Jr. has reached agreement on a one-year deal to return to the Seattle Mariners in 2010, said a baseball source.Jerry Crasnick
- Terrell Owens of Buffalo Bills misses practice with hip strain; Trent Edwards to start November 12, 2009Terrell Owens has missed practice due to an injury, and his status is unclear for Buffalo's game at Tennessee on Sunday.Associated Press
- Cincinnati Bengals coach Marvin Lewis says Chad Ochocinco can't send mustard to Pittsburgh Steelers November 12, 2009Chad Ochocinco tweeted this week that he planned to send mustard to the Steelers in advance of their game Sunday. When coach Marvin Lewis got wind of the plan, he put an end to it.Associated Press
- Brady Quinn of Cleveland Browns gets second shot, will start at quarterback Monday November 11, 2009Brady Quinn, benched just 10 quarters into the season for Derek Anderson, will start Monday night's game against the Baltimore Ravens.Associated Press
- NBA spokesman said the referee got the call right in the Denver Nuggets' win over the Chicago Bulls November 11, 2009NBA spokesman said the referee got the call right in the Denver Nuggets' win over the Chicago BullsESPNChicago.com
- Not this time: LeBron, Cavs get better of Magic November 12, 2009
- Sports 2
- Lampard out of Brazil game November 12, 2009Frank Lampard has been ruled out of England's clash with Brazil due to a thigh injury.
- Old Firm rejected by PL November 12, 2009The Premier League clubs have thrown out a proposal to bring Celtic and Rangers into the English game.
- Beckham - No England issue November 12, 2009David Beckham is confident his decision to put club before country will not hamper his future in Fabio Capello's plans.
- Toure quiet on future November 12, 2009Yaya Toure is refusing to speak of his future, but admits the likes of Arsenal and Manchester United do appeal to him.
- Nani reveals Fergie fury November 12, 2009Manchester United winger Nani has revealed just how tough life can be under Sir Alex Ferguson.
- Kaka - England are a threat November 12, 2009Brazilian star Kaka insists that England will be pushing for World Cup glory in South Africa.
- Jones to learn his lesson November 12, 2009Sunderland striker Kenwyne Jones has vowed to learn the lessons of his sending off against West Ham last month.
- Rooney - We must improve November 12, 2009Wayne Rooney believes England need to improve if they are to be considered contenders for the World Cup.
- Ireland puts boot in Elano November 12, 2009Stephen Ireland has issued a withered attack in the direction of former Manchester City team-mate Elano.
- 2018 team hold crisis summit November 12, 2009England's 2018 World Cup bid leaders plan to hold an emergency meeting on Thursday to get their campaign back on track.
- Posh move for Scott & Cooper November 12, 2009Peterborough have made approaches for Brentford boss Andy Scott and Kettering chief Mark Cooper.
- Vassell could return home November 12, 2009Darius Vassell's future in Turkey has been cast into doubt after he was thrown out of his hotel.
- Defoe determined to shine November 12, 2009Jermain Defoe has admitted he needs to re-establish himself as one of England's premier strikers.
- Enke funeral set for Sunday November 12, 2009The funeral of German goalkeeper Robert Enke will be held on Sunday.
- Zarate frustrated at Lazio November 12, 2009Mauro Zarate is less than happy with how things are shaping up at Lazio.
- Fletcher reaches desired level November 12, 2009Darren Fletcher has revealed he is now playing at a level which he always strived to reach.
- Falkirk seal Pele deal November 12, 2009Falkirk have confirmed the signing of former Southampton and West Brom midfielder Pele, subject to a medical.
- Blues confirm Bosingwa blow November 11, 2009Chelsea have suffered a major blow after Portuguese international defender Jose Bosingwa was ruled out for three months.
- Ayala signs new Reds deal November 12, 2009Liverpool's young defender Daniel Ayala has signed a new deal with the club.
- Milner relies on versatility November 12, 2009Aston Villa winger James Milner hopes his versatility will give him the edge in the battle for a place in England's World Cup squad.
- Lampard out of Brazil game November 12, 2009
- Nollywood Nigeria
- Physical disability, a barrier to true love? November 13, 2009Physical disability in the past was seen as a kind of disease but not any more as those whom we refer to as the physically challenged are gradually becoming the celebrities of our time The question Bridget Amaraegbu tried to look at this week is whether physical disability can be a barrier to true love and these are my findingsEnjoy itLisa ...
- When KCPRESH' brother tied the knot:CHECK OUT AKI N PAWPAW! November 13, 2009Emmy Okonkwo is a blood brother to one half of the hiphop stars KC Presh Kingsley Okonkwo KCand He is very popular in the showbiz worldHe recently tied the knot with beautiful Juliet Adaku Uzondu whom he met and fell in love with years back The wedding was an opportunity for celebrities in the entertainment industry to mixenjoy the pict ...
- Ive always been called silky skin - Rita Dominic November 13, 2009Rita is one actress who has not stopped to amaze us with her steady rise up the success ladderShe explains a few things to STELLA DIMOKOKORKUS and explains that she has her parents to thank for her bright skinenjoy the interview and show some love lolWhat have you been up to lately RitaLong time Stella It has been quite a w ...
- Latest news from the ACTORS GUILD OF NIGERIA(AGN) November 13, 2009This is Agn news and i present to you what is happening behind the sceneThe politics of AGN is getting hotter and hotter and nobody can ignore iti would say its a purging phase that will pass with timeThe latest on AGN is that Mr Segun Arinze who was elected in an election conducted by Ejike Asiegbu has been making underground moves an ...
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. MOVING UP? November 12, 2009First of all let me say here that I am a diehard Nollywood enthusiast and I make no apologies for that Why Well not only because Im a writer there but also because it is an industry wholly created driven and sustained by the Nigerian youth Anything like that certainly deserves my attention Gone are the days when I was a Nollywoodbasher ...
- GUILTY PLEASURES & NOLLYWOOD HUSTLER TO PREMIERE AT SILVERBIRD November 12, 2009Word is out that ace Movie Producer Emem Isong is about to release two of her new films Guilty Pleasures and Nollywood Hustler in the cinemas in Nigeria The movies will be premiered at the Silver Bird Galleria on the th of November Red carpet is from pm till pm and the Premiere proper takes off at pm Emem has been known to ...
- Nigerian video boom. November 12, 2009Nollywood The Nigerian Movie Industry and African Culture Is Topic Of AllDay Event at Long Island Universitys Brooklyn CampusThis African Forum can be attended for free or taken for one course creditBrooklyn NY Hollywood Bollywood and now Nollywood The latter is the topic of a oneday forum at Long Island Universitys Br ...
- PREPARATION HOTS UP AS MIKANO, VISAFONE SUPPORT BANKERS-NITE OUT. November 12, 2009Preparation is in top gear as massive support and endorsement from corporate organisations and individuals have started coming the way of the organisers of the first ever Bankers Nite Out in Nigeria slated for Friday th December at the prestigious Lagoon Restaurant Ozumba Mbadiwe Victoria Island Lagos Top on the list of the corporate ...
- I am going into torch manufacturing Zakky Azzay November 12, 2009When he set out professionally as a musician his unique torch bearing style stood him out instantly among the crowd While some of those he started the journey with have fallen by the way side years down the music scene Zakky Azzay is still standing and is releasing his eighth album entitled speed and also venturing into the business of torc ...
- Style plus back with Ready To Go November 11, 2009THEY need no introduction as some of their tracks still blow the minds of good music lovers remember Olufunmi the track that became an item of sort and established them as big players in the Nigerian music scene well feelers coming from the trio of Shifi Emoefe Tunde Akinsammi and Zeal Onyecheme who make up the group StylePlus is that Nigeri ...
- YORUBA ACTRESS,RONKE OSHODI OKE LEAVES HUSBAND November 11, 2009Report hitting the Nigerian media industry indicates that the love bond between popular Youruba actress and Gbolahanher husband of few months may have shredded as the young has allegedly impregnanted a lady outside wedlockCity People a softsell magazine in Lagos confirmed the story in a report in this weeks edition of the magazine wwwnigeriaf ...
- NIGERIA MOVIE STAR,MONALISA CHINDA GETS OWN APARTMENT November 12, 2009Aftermath of her separation from her husband star actress Monalisa Chinda appears to be gradually settling back to the reality of single motherhood Sources disclosed that she has foreclosed every reconciliation bid with her husbandSegun DejoRichards because of the untold hardship she allegedly went through in his hand Close sources also hi ...
- Nollywood: Subtitling blunders, errors November 11, 2009THE Nigerian movie industry has come a long way in cinematographic rejuvenation It is without doubt occupying a centre stage as it has over the years taken different dimensions of showcasing what the industry knows how best to do The gamut of inanities that have been crippling the industry both on moral grounds and otherwise for some is not ...
- Top Actresses Take Up Others Businesses. November 12, 2009The Nigeria Movie Industry is one of the thriving sector of the Entertainment industry However with the influx of new movie artistes and the problem of piracy which is prevalent in this makebelieve industry a lot of movie stars have diversifies into other areas of business to complement their acting careers NONYEM ANYAKWO in this report unvei ...
- I cant date an actor let alone marry one says, Mercy Aigbe November 11, 2009But how come youre so versed in Yoruba language when youre not a Yoruba ladyI am not Yoruba I am from Edo State but I do Yoruba movies But a point of correction I do both English and Yoruba movies because I am a crossover artiste The only thing is that I am more popular in the Yoruba movie industry I actually started with English movie ...
- 'Scam comic' kidnapped in Nigeria November 11, 2009A prominent Nigerian comic actor who is famous for singing a song about email scams has been kidnappedNkem Owoh was last seen setting off on a highway in the east of the country the head of the Nigerian actors guild said Local media report that kidnappers have demanded a m naira ransom for Mr Owoh He is the se ...
- Mercy Johnson pursues a music career November 11, 2009Nollywood star Mercy Johnson is set to become a music star The beautiful actress is presently in the studio working on debut album scheduled to hit the market in the second quarter of Mercy is said to be working with some top music producers such as ID Cabasa and Don JazzyTwo of her singles will be released around Christmas to be foll ...
- Nigerian Music Video Awards!!! November 10, 2009The Nigerian Music Video Awards NMVA were held in Lagos over the weekend The event took place at the Eko Hotels Suites It was a big night for many of the top performers in Nigerian music today Stars including MI and Wande Coal performed while stars from other spheres of entertainment such as actress Monalisa Chinda presented awards Enjoy th ...
- 33 Nude Dancers Arrested After Raid By Task Force November 9, 2009Following the expose of the nefarious activities at Lagos nude clubs where young ladies dance stark naked and practice live sex on stage to entertain their patrons the state government has wielded the big stick by shutting them downThe Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Monitoring Unit which raided the four strip clubs on the Ope ...
- BUKKY WRIGHT FIGHTS LONDON PRODUCER November 9, 2009Nigerian model and actress Bukky Wright must be heading for a show down with the London producer of an award We gathered that Bukky was tole by the said producer to help him buy some tickets for some people coming to LondonBukky did as instructed by the producer who promised to reimburse her when she gets to London Unfortunately the award ...
- Physical disability, a barrier to true love? November 13, 2009
- World News 5
- China looms as key challenge on Obama's Asia tour November 12, 2009WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama leaves for Asia on Thursday with the U.S. economy, jobs and a yawning trade deficit with China looming large on his agenda.
- Clinton: U.S. concerned about Afghan corruption November 12, 2009MANILA (Reuters) - The United States is concerned about corruption and poor governance in Afghanistan and has raised those issues with the administration of President Hamid Karzai, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on Thursday.
- Fort Hood probe spotlights Web-savvy preacher November 12, 2009LONDON (Reuters) - A radical Muslim preacher linked by U.S. intelligence to a gunman who killed 13 people at a U.S. Army base is an influential voice in English-language Internet forums increasingly used by militants unfamiliar with Arabic.
- North Korea warns South it will pay for clash November 12, 2009SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korea said the South will pay "an expensive price" for firing at Pyongyang's retreating patrol boat on Tuesday, keeping up its saber rattling two days after a naval gunfight raised tension between the rivals.
- Get ready, America: Here comes Sarah Palin November 11, 2009WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Get ready, America. Like her or not, Sarah Palin is coming to a city near you.
- Palestinian election body to recommed vote delay November 12, 2009RAMALLAH, West Bank (Reuters) - The body responsible for organizing Palestinian elections in January will recommend postponing the vote, a senior official in the Fatah movement said on Thursday.
- Medvedev warns Russia opposition not to rock boat November 12, 2009MOSCOW (Reuters) - President Dmitry Medvedev warned Russia's opposition in his annual address on Thursday not to use democracy as a cover to "destabilize the state and split society."
- U.S., Myanmar leaders may cross paths at ASEAN: Clinton November 12, 2009MANILA (Reuters) - President Barack Obama has no plans for talks with Myanmar's leaders on the sidelines of a weekend Asian summit, but Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said the opportunity might arise for her or Obama to meet them.
- China warns Obama about Dalai Lama, citing Lincoln on slavery November 12, 2009BEIJING (Reuters) - A Chinese government spokesman said Barack Obama should be especially sympathetic to China's opposition to the Dalai Lama and Tibetan independence, as a black president who lauded Abraham Lincoln for helping abolish slavery.
- U.S. aid worker held over Afghan boy's shooting November 11, 2009KABUL (Reuters) - An American aid worker in northern Afghanistan is being held by Afghan authorities over the fatal shooting of an Afghan teenager at his home, a provincial police chief said on Wednesday.
- China looms as key challenge on Obama's Asia tour November 12, 2009
- News from Africa 4
- Ten cyclists named for ECOWAS International Cycling Tour November 13, 2009Ten cyclists named for ECOWAS International Cycling Tour November Out of the selected cyclists six will participate in the kilometre AccraLagos tour from November The selected cyclists are Samuel Anim Young Stars Francis Tetteh City Migro Isaac Odonkor All Stars Ali Ashi Gutten Proper Agbo Cit ...
- West African journalists commend "Group of Nine Countries" November 13, 2009Accra Nov GNA The West Africa Network of Journalists for Security and Development WANJSD on Wednesday commended the Group of Nine ECOWAS Countries for ratifying the Convention on Small Arms and Light Weapons SALW their ammunition and other related materials Mr Francis Ameyibor WANJSD Deputy General Secretary stated in an inte ...
- Crime rings boost ivory smuggling November 13, 2009The last year has seen a major increase in the illegal ivory trade with more involvement from organised crimeFigures compiled by Traffic the agency charged with monitoring the trade show a doubling in the volume of illegal ivory seized from to Researchers believe most of it is poached in West and Central Africa whil ...
- AAU to mark African University day November 12, 2009The Association of African Universities AAU will commemorate the African University day which falls tomorrow The day will bring together Public Universities in Ghana as well as other private Universities nonhigher education institution and the corporate sector There will be a public lecture tomorrow to discuss the theme of the day which ...
- Anglicans Welcome Offer From Vatican November 12, 2009The Vatican has published details of its plan to ease conversion for Church of England clergy unhappy about the ordination of women bishopsThe proposal offers them what amounts to their own dioceses within the Roman Catholic ChurchThe Vatican also said they could continue with Anglican traditions such as some church servicesAn ...
- Girlfriend Kills Uganda General November 12, 2009Ugandas former army chief James Kazini has been killed at his girlfriends flat in the capital KampalaReport said Maj Gen Kazini died after being hit on the head with an iron bar during a brawlAn army spokesperson said he had been a victim of domestic violence His girlfriend has been arrestedHe was sacked as army ...
- South African Police Kill Boy, 3 November 12, 2009South Africas police watchdog has condemned the shooting of innocent people after a boy of three was allegedly killed by a police officerThe officer reportedly mistook a pipe the boy was carrying for a gun He was in a car the police thought was being driven by suspected criminalsThe family of Atlegang Aphane said the policema ...
- SA police chief damns shooting of three-year-old boy November 12, 2009South Africas police chief has condemned the shooting of a threeyearold boy by an officerBheki Cele dismissed the officers claim that he fired in self defence believing the pipe the boy was carrying to be a gunHe told the BBC the killing was a reckless criminal act saying Even if it was a real gun you should not have started by ...
- Bennett's Trial Adjourned November 12, 2009The politically divisive trial of a senior aide to Zimbabwes Prime Minister has been adjourned after two hours of legal argumentsRoy Bennett was arrested on terror charges as he was due to be sworn in as deputy agriculture ministerThe attorneygeneral said the case was a serious matter which must be treated with the seriousness i ...
- Is Africa's land up for grabs? November 12, 2009Foreign acquisitions some opportunities but many see threatsBy Roy LaishleyAn apparent surge in the purchase of African land by foreign companies and governments to grow food and other crops for export has set alarm bells ringing on and off the continent The headlines have been strident The Second Scramble for Africa Starts Quest ...
- Ten cyclists named for ECOWAS International Cycling Tour November 13, 2009
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- IDBS Expands in Asia Pacific November 11, 2009Announces Direct Support Training and Sales Resources Through new Chinese and Australian CentersPresents Translational Research and Healthcare Strategy at eResearch AustralasiaGuildford UK and Burlington MA November IDBS the leading ...
- Malaysia Withholds 'Allah Bibles' November 9, 2009The Malaysian government has refused to release Bibles which it seized because they contained the word Allah to refer to GodThe government which is dominated by Muslim Malays claims that the word Allah is Islamic and that its use in Bibles could upset MuslimsThe Roman Catholic Church is challenging the ban in court Religion ...
- UN APPEALS FOR $74 MILLION TO HELP FLOOD VICTIMS IN PHILIPPINES October 8, 2009October The United Nations today launched an appeal for million to help million floodstricken people in the Philippines which has been hit by massive backtoback storms for the next six months Some people were killed when Tropical Storm Ketsana also known as Ondoy slammed into the SouthEast Asian nation last week displa ...
- Burma polls 2010 sans Suu Kyi ! October 5, 2009Is there any meaning for the proposed general election in Burma Myanmar by the military rulers if Daw Aung Suu Kyi with other political leaders are kept out of the process Not only the prodemocracy Burmese exiles but also a significant number of international rights bodies believe that sans Suu Kyi it will hardly make any sense for changes i ...
- Concern at slow progress to Copenhagen negotiation September 14, 2009The experts and journalists of Asia Pacific region have expressed deep concern at the slow progress in the current round of climate negotiations given the scale and magnitude of the adverse impacts of searise because of continued green house gas emissions by industrialised and developed countries Adopting a Dhaka Declaration the participants ...
- UN and Republic of Korea partner to boost 'green' growth August 23, 2009August The United Nations Environment Programme UNEP has joined forces with the Republic of Korea ROK to support the East Asian nations quest for a sustainable green economic future in the midst of a global recession UNEP Executive Director Achim Steiner noted that Asia particularly the ROK China and Japan as well as Australia ...
- Anti-corruption watchdog to join UN-backed genocide court in Cambodia August 15, 2009August The United Nations and Cambodia have announced an agreement to establish an anticorruption watchdog to oversee the tribunal set up to bring to justice the perpetrators of the countrys notorious killing fields genocide over three decades ago The Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia ECCC set up in by the UN an ...
- UN human rights chief joins call for release of Myanmar opposition figure August 15, 2009August The United Nations human rights chief today joined the call made by SecretaryGeneral Ban Kimoon and others for the immediate and unconditional release of Myanmar prodemocracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi whose house arrest has been extended for another months I deplore the ongoing persecution of a democratically elected leader ...
- UN examines how to use technology to minimize disaster damage in Asia-Pacific August 13, 2009August Better utilizing information and communication technology ICT to prepare for and deal with catastrophic natural disasters in the AsiaPacific region is the focus of a United Nations meeting in Bangkok Thailand today The Indian Ocean tsunami and last years Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar have caused massive human and economic lo ...
- Ban calls for urgent action to minimize disaster damage in Asia August 13, 2009August With Asia being the worlds most vulnerable place for natural disasters SecretaryGeneral Ban Kimoon today stressed the need for boosting efforts across the continent to prepare for catastrophes before they occur We know that prevention is better than the cure Mr Ban said at the opening of a new UN International Strategy for ...
- IDBS Expands in Asia Pacific November 11, 2009
- Botswana
- Let Us Support Tshosane November 11, 2009The Botswana Football Association (BFA) has at long last confirmed Stan Tshosane as Zebras coach. We want to welcome him to the position he has been holding on a caretaker basis and wish him well.
- Gaborone Businessman Invests in New Tourism Concept November 11, 2009The idea of a buy-to-let-hotel room, popularised in the USA by Donald Trump has spread to other countries like India but is yet to come to Africa. However, this has not prevented a Gaborone businessman from investing in the new business as Correspondent LINDA SWIZA discovered
- Musician Among Abandoned Funds Beneficiaries November 11, 2009Musician Kabo Matlho is among the 4,000 people or organisations whose funds have been abandoned in various banking vaults in Botswana.
- Three Arrested for Armed Robbery November 11, 2009Tlokweng police have arrested three men - a Motswana and two foreigners - who are suspected of breaking into Aldalph Bureau de Change, next to Oasis Motel, yesterday morning stealing P2,000, and R2,000 in cash.
- Now the Face of DIS Juggles as Traffic Cop November 11, 2009After repeatedly dismissing as rubbish concerns that he has now taken to acting like a traffic cop, the director of state intelligence agency, Isaac Kgosi admits he sometimes stops wayward motorists on the road.
- Naca Declines to Answer Queries on Extra Payments November 11, 2009The National Aids Coordinating Agency (NACA) has refused to shed light on the P461,865 it paid to Budget Car and Van Rental for excess mileage and incidental charges.
- Troopers Narrow Gap in Basketball League November 11, 2009Second placed Troopers narrowed the gap at the top of the basketball league last Saturday by beating leaders, Police, 78-53 at the Sir Seretse Khama Barracks. With 23 points, the defending champions are now only a single point behind Police. Police captain, James Kalebwu said he was disappointed with their loss against Troopers.
- Tshosane Calls for Support November 11, 2009Newly appointed Zebras coach, Stanley Tshosane has said that he is equally concerned about the poor performance of the national team, but with the support of the nation, the situation can change.
- Special Olympics Kick-Off in Maun November 11, 2009The annual national Special Olympics kick-off today in Maun with about 500 intellectually challenged children competing in athletics, softball and football.
- Officials Save Ref From Coach's Wrath November 11, 2009Visiting clubs have always accused soccer referees of making home-side decisions during matches in Francistown.
- Let Us Support Tshosane November 11, 2009
- Burkina Faso
- Country Has Lowest Internet Usage November 9, 2009Burundi has one of the lowest internet usage in the world with only 0.7% of the total population of 8million people connected. This ranks Burundi 11th from bottom, the worst being East Timor, an island nation in the East Indies with 0.1% and a population of 1.1 million people. In the western world, the usage in some countries goes as high as 82% in the Nethe […]
- Opposition Presents Demands to Compaoré November 5, 2009A coalition of Guinean opposition leaders has presented President Blaise Compaoré of Burkina Faso a set of proposals they believe will end the political crisis precipitated by a military takeover in Guinea last December, reports Sidwaya from Ouagadougou.
- New Farming Technique Brings Trees Back to the Sahel October 31, 2009Yacouba Savadogo is a farmer, community leader and natural resource innovator from the village of Gourma, in the Yatenga Province of Burkina Faso. Yacouba began to experiment with planting pits and contour stone bunds (small dikes) in order to produce more sorghum and millet on his degraded land in 1979 after observing other farmers use similar techniques th […]
- Country Has Lowest Internet Usage November 9, 2009
- World News 6
- US ambassador warns against Afghanistan troop surge - Times Online November 12, 2009
- Medvedev tells Russia to get with the times - ABC Online November 12, 2009
- Details of Fort Hood Battle Between Maj. Hasan, Cops Still Murky - ABC News November 12, 2009
- Weather And You
- Current Weather Conditions Across The 48 Contiguous United States November 12, 2009Coastal Storm Brings Extreme Weather. For more details...
- Your National Forecast Summary March 10, 2009Midwest - However, due to the intense nature of the surface low it will continue to impact the region with strong winds, ... South - A cold front will push into the region by Wednesday morning with much of the rain unlikely to push east ... Northeast - The lone exceptions will be portions of New England and Upstate New York where a wintry mix of freezing rai […]
- Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast November 12, 2009Watch what the experts at The Weather Channel ® have to say about the weather trends in the United States for the next 3-days.
- Severe Weather Alerts Across The Nation November 12, 2009Alabama-Alaska-Arkansas-California-Colorado-Connecticut-Delaware-District Of Columbia-Dummy-Florida-Georgia-Hawaii-Idaho-Illinois-Indiana-Iowa-Kansas-Louisiana-Maine-Maryland-Massachusetts-Michigan-Minnesota-Mississippi-Missouri-Montana-Nebraska-Nevada-New Jersey-New York-North Carolina-North Dakota-Ohio-Oklahoma-Oregon-Pennsylvania-Puerto Rico-South Carolin […]
- Airport Impact Map November 12, 2009A visual representation of possible weather-related delays at 24 major airports across the United States including Chicago's O'Hare, Boston's Logan, Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson, Dallas/Fort Worth Int', and Los Angeles Int'l. For more details...
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- Current Weather Conditions Across The 48 Contiguous United States November 12, 2009
- EUROPE
- Copenhagen Journal: Push to Build Mosques Is Met With Resistance November 12, 2009The difficulties reflect the tortuous path Denmark has taken in dealing with its immigrants, most of whom are Muslim.By JOHN TAGLIABUE
- Medvedev Stresses Modernization in Address November 12, 2009President Dmitri A. Medvedev called on Russia to refocus its economy away from heavy industry toward information technology, telecommunications and space.By REUTERS
- France and Germany Use the Remembrance of a War to Promote Reconciliation November 12, 2009In a first since World War I ended in 1918, a German leader joined French officials to mark the day in Paris.By ALAN COWELL and STEVEN ERLANGER
- Britain Sets New Policy on Keeping DNA Profiles November 12, 2009The proposal to set a six-year limit on retaining police DNA profiles of most innocent people was made in response to a European court ruling.By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
- Egypt Welcomes Life Sentence for Killing in German Court November 12, 2009Egyptian authorities said they saw the life sentence against a German man who murdered an Egyptian woman in a courtroom as a deterrent against hate crimes.By NICHOLAS KULISH
- E.U. President Takes Tough Line on Filling Top Jobs November 12, 2009Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt of Sweden warned the union’s 26 other leaders on Wednesday that they will be asked to back specific candidates for the new position of president.By STEPHEN CASTLE
- Israeli and French Leaders Meet November 12, 2009Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Nicolas Sarkozy issued a joint statement agreeing “to use all efforts” to restart the Middle East peace process.By STEVEN ERLANGER
- Bank of England Expected to Spend More November 12, 2009The central bank said it was open to pumping more money into the economy, a warning to those who had speculated the bank would shift focus to controlling inflation.By JULIA WERDIGIER
- Global Soccer: A Goalie's Lonely Death Leaves Questions November 12, 2009Fans in Germany are mourning the death of the German national goalkeeper Robert Enke, who was hit by a train on Tuesday in an apparent suicide.By ROB HUGHES
- Switzerland Limits Bank Compensation, but Not Too Harshly November 12, 2009The rule imposes no caps on bonuses and excludes all but the biggest financial services companies from mandatory compliance.By DAVID JOLLY
- As Shipping Slows, Banks and Carriers Fear Loan Defaults November 12, 2009As ship owners confront plummeting charter rates from a 25 percent drop in global trade, fears have increased about the recovery of European banks with large shipping industry portfolios.By LANDON THOMAS Jr.
- Moscow Journal: An Oasis Is No Match for Bulldozers and Bureaucrats November 9, 2009The Soviet government’s land monopoly may have ended some two decades ago, but the ability of the authorities to give and take away territory has not, real estate experts say.By MICHAEL SCHWIRTZ
- Who Is a Jew? Court Ruling in Britain Raises Question November 8, 2009A case involving the admissions policy of a Jewish high school in London has potential repercussions for thousands of other parochial schools across Britain.By SARAH LYALL
- For Russia’s Communists, Ousting Putin Is a Priority November 8, 2009Leaders of Russia’s largest opposition faction have made it clear that they prefer the current president, Dmitri A. Medvedev, to his predecessor, Vladimir V. Putin.By YULIA TARANOVA
- U.S. Indicts 8 in Worldwide Hacking Ring November 12, 2009Authorities say they’ve cracked a hacking ring that stole more than $9 million within 12 hours last November, securing indictments against eight people from Russia, Estonia and Moldova.By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
- British Premier Is Bowed by Mother of Slain Soldier November 11, 2009Prime Minister Gordon Brown was accused of misspelling the name of a fallen soldier’s distraught mother in a note of condolence.By SARAH LYALL
- European Union Struggles to Select New Leaders November 11, 2009Days after securing the landmark treaty that will lead to the naming of the E.U.’s first president, the bloc has lapsed into horse-trading-as-usual over the position.By STEPHEN CASTLE
- Recession Upends German Zeal for Fiscal Prudence November 11, 2009Germany’s leaders are grappling with a rising budget deficit as they push a tax cut to stimulate the economy.By NELSON D. SCHWARTZ and JUDY DEMPSEY
- Bulgaria Still Stuck in Trauma of Transition November 11, 2009The 20th anniversary of the removal of Bulgaria's Communist leader went uncelebrated as many of the country's people remain undecided about the benefits of democracy.By MATTHEW BRUNWASSER
- For G.M., Work at Opel Includes Mending Fences November 11, 2009Fritz Henderson, G.M.’s chief executive, assured German politicians and union leaders that Opel will have the authority and the independence to be successful.By NELSON D. SCHWARTZ
- Copenhagen Journal: Push to Build Mosques Is Met With Resistance November 12, 2009
- Libya
- Libya ready to help the country organize elections November 12, 2009Cen-Sad's Secretary General, Mohamed Almadani Alazhari, met Tuesday with Togo's President Faure Gnassingbe in Lome.
- Team Loses Challenge Cup Spot November 11, 2009Libya will not participate at the forthcoming East and Central Africa Senior Challenge Cup that would kick off on November 28 in Nairobi, Kenya.
- Farmers Sample What Libya Offers November 9, 2009CHARL Senekal holds up a clod of Libyan soil and lets it trickle through his fingers. Behind him endless rows of neglected olive trees stretch into the distance. "This place is easy to fix," says the jovial barrel-chested farmer. "We could turn it into a paradise."
- Libyan Returnees Seek Yar'Adua's Intervention November 9, 2009A civil society group, Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), has appealed to President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua to intervene in the plight of returnee Nigerians from Libya by putting in place machineries that will reintegrate them into the society.
- Death Row Returnees Send SOS to Yar'Adua November 9, 2009OVER 1,000 Nigerians on death row in Libya prisons who were recently repatriated, following the intervention of a Nigeria-based civil society group, Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), have sent a Save Our Soul (SOS) message to President Umaru Yar'Adua.
- "Sevenair" Launches New Service Between Djerba and Tripoli November 6, 2009With a view to making the island of Djerba more attractive to Libyan tourists, the Tunisian airline company "Sevenair" is launching as of today a new service involving two flights per week between Djerba and the Libyan capital, Tripoli.
- Country to Assist Libya to Revive Farming November 2, 2009A group of South African farmers arrived in Tripoli, Libya yesterday to help revive commercial agriculture in the oil-rich north African country.
- Libya ready to help the country organize elections November 12, 2009
- Liberia
- Judges Caution Taylor's Prosecutors on 'Fresh Evidence' November 12, 2009As Charles Taylor faced his second day of cross-examination, his defense counsel objected to prosecution attempts to introduce "fresh evidence" after its case was closed, calling it a trial by "ambush." Meanwhile, Mr. Taylor tried to distance himself from the types of acts committed during Sierra Leone's brutal conflict – such as fi […]
- Ellen - Development Impacted By China As China Pledges Us$10 Billion Aid to Africa November 12, 2009President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf says Liberia's development has been greatly impacted by the measures implemented by China under the China-Africa Cooperation initiative, as China has pledged US$10 billion in concessional loans to Africa.
- 'I Don't Have Political Ambition' - Kimmie Weeks November 12, 2009World acclaimed Liberian child rights activist, Kimmie Weeks says he has no political ambition and has no affiliation with any political party in the country.
- Boakai Lauds Impact of Plan's Program Here November 12, 2009Liberia's Vice President Joseph N. Boakai has lauded the international NGO Plan International for the impact it is making in the reconstruction of post-war Liberia.
- MTA Rebuts Media Report November 12, 2009The management of the Monrovia Transit Authority (MTA) says its attention has been drawn to a report in Friday, November 6, 2009 edition of the Renaissance Newspaper under the caption, "MTA Disappoints Commuters-Buses Collapse."
- 60 Persons Acquire Human Rights Knowledge in Voinjama District November 12, 2009At least 60 persons have received sound knowledge of what their human rights values are, and the rights of others in Voinjama District, Lofa County.
- Technical and Vocational Center Dedicated at Tubman High November 11, 2009Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has paid tribute to the Lebanese Cultural Union of Liberia and the local business community for their tireless efforts in contributing to the reconstruction of the country.
- NEC Claims Mistake in Voters Registered November 11, 2009The National Elections Commission has put the total number of registered voters participating in the November 10 by-election at 473, 923, against an earlier figure of 496, 000, which it said was an error.
- Voters Vanish - Hundreds of Thousands Shun Polls November 11, 2009Voters Tuesday massively shun the Montserrado County senatorial by-election polls, sending clear signals of disenchantment with the political process and elected politicians with implications for the crucial 2011 presidential and legislative elections.
- NEC Chair Alerts Police of Alleged CDC Threat November 11, 2009The chair of the National Elections Commission (NEC), Mr. James Fromayan, says he has informed police and UNMIL of threats on his life, including threats on family members, emanating from Congress of Democratic Change (CDC).
- Judges Caution Taylor's Prosecutors on 'Fresh Evidence' November 12, 2009
- Imo State(Nigeria)
- Imo State - News November 12, 2009You are currently using FREE feeds from Newstin. You will get more data and services with Newstin Pro RSS licensed subscription.Newstin Pro RSS provides aggregated and categorized news content covering 1.25 Million news categories from 160.000 online sources in the format that can be easily integrated into environment or software of your choice. Read more ab […]
- Nigeria: 'Inec Has No Power to Cancel Election' November 12, 2009
- Nigeria: Erosion - South East Governors Seek Emergency Declaration November 12, 2009
- Imo State And the Amnesty Package November 12, 2009
- Nigeria: Petition Time Limit - Senators, Uwais Disagree November 12, 2009
- Nigeria: Refuse, Erosion, Potholes Deface Orlu Urban November 12, 2009
- Nigeria: Imo Lawmaker Gives Scholarships, Interest-Free Loans November 11, 2009
- Nigeria: Pension Scheme in Coma - Ongeagocha November 11, 2009
- Nigeria: Imo Community Steps Up Cultural Tourism November 11, 2009
- Nigeria: Hold Political Class Responsible for Nation's Woes - Obi November 11, 2009
- Imo State - News November 12, 2009
- Abia State(Nigeria)
- Abia State - News November 12, 2009You are currently using FREE feeds from Newstin. You will get more data and services with Newstin Pro RSS licensed subscription.Newstin Pro RSS provides aggregated and categorized news content covering 1.25 Million news categories from 160.000 online sources in the format that can be easily integrated into environment or software of your choice. Read more ab […]
- Imo State And the Amnesty Package November 12, 2009
- Nigeria: Abia Assembly Tasks FG on Deregulation November 12, 2009
- Nigeria: Erosion - South East Governors Seek Emergency Declaration November 12, 2009
- Nigeria: Bad Road - South East Loses N56 Billion Monthly - NUJ Boss November 11, 2009
- PDP Scores Abia Govt Low November 11, 2009
- Abia Moves Against Kidnappers November 11, 2009
- Nigeria: Public Procurement Act and the Aba-Owerri Road Project November 11, 2009
- Nigeria: Benue Police Nab Kidnap Suspect November 11, 2009
- Nigeria: Foundation Honours Outstanding Students November 11, 2009
- Abia State - News November 12, 2009
- USA News 2
- Obama sorrow at Fort Hood service November 12, 2009US President Barack Obama has said no faith justifies last weeks killings of people at an army base in TexasMr Obamas comments came in an address to a memorial service for the victims of the Fort Hood shootings after he met relatives of those who died Maj Nidal Malik Hasan who is accused of carrying out the massacre wa ...
- Washington sniper is put to death November 12, 2009The man behind the sniper attacks in and around Washington DC has been executed after a lastditch appeal was thrown outJohn Allen Muhammads lawyers say he was mentally ill but Virginia Governor Tim Kaine rejected a plea for clemencyOn Monday the US Supreme Court quashed an appeal for a stay of executionMuhammad was inje ...
- Obama Hails Historic Health Vote November 10, 2009US President Barack Obama has hailed as historic the approval of a health bill by the House of Representatives He said he was absolutely confident the Senate would pass its own version and that healthcare reforms would become law by the end of the year Passed in a narrow vote by the House the bill aims to extend coverage to ...
- African Americans Slam Obama in White House Protest November 10, 2009WASHINGTON AFP Decrying Barack Obama as white power in black face hundreds of AfricanAmericans marched on the White House Saturday to protest policies of the first black US president and demand that he bring US troops homeMore than people gathered Ok we know they have some difficulties counting us so probably more like black ...
- Democrats Play Down Defeat In Polls November 9, 2009US Democrats have played down their defeat to the Republicans in two key gubernatorial racesThe Republicans say the results a year after Barack Obama was elected signal voters discontent with his presidencyBut Democratic Party chairman Tim Kaine said Mr Obama remained popular and that the partys losses reflected voter anxi ...
- Brazilian Appears At Own Funeral November 9, 2009A yearold Brazilian man has surprised his family by turning up at his own funeral Relatives of Ademir Jorge Goncalves a bricklayer had identified him as the victim of a car crash in southern Parana state the previous dayPolice told O Globo newspaper that relatives had trouble identifying the corpse because it was badly disfigured ...
- President Obama: One Year After Winning it All November 6, 2009One year ago today Senator Barack Obama became Presidentelect Obama He and his team had run nearly a flawless campaign and were about to embark on what turned out to be a nearly flawless transition effort By Inauguration Day the man who had won of the vote saw his overall job approval rating soar to As expected once the campaign ...
- Ex-New York Police Chief In Jail October 25, 2009Former New York City police chief Bernard Kerik has had his bail revoked before the start of a corruption trialMr Kerik who was police commissioner at the time of the attacks was free on pound bailA judge sent him to prison for passing on secret pretrial documents saying Mr Kerik must not influence witnesse ...
- Central America most crime-ridden region in world, UN report finds October 23, 2009October Central America has become the region with the highest levels of nonpolitical crime worldwide with an average murder rate of per inhabitants last year three times greater than the global average a new United Nations report warns noting that crime threatens the regions development Some people have been murde ...
- Obama to end military gay policy October 12, 2009US President Barack Obama has said he will end the ban on gay people serving openly in the militaryHe said he would repeal the dont ask dont tell policy that allows gay people to serve in the military if they do not reveal their sexual orientationMr Obama was speaking to Americas largest gay group the Human Rights Campai ...
- Obama sorrow at Fort Hood service November 12, 2009
- Asia Pacific
- IDBS Expands in Asia Pacific November 11, 2009Announces Direct Support Training and Sales Resources Through new Chinese and Australian CentersPresents Translational Research and Healthcare Strategy at eResearch AustralasiaGuildford UK and Burlington MA November IDBS the leading ...
- Malaysia Withholds 'Allah Bibles' November 9, 2009The Malaysian government has refused to release Bibles which it seized because they contained the word Allah to refer to GodThe government which is dominated by Muslim Malays claims that the word Allah is Islamic and that its use in Bibles could upset MuslimsThe Roman Catholic Church is challenging the ban in court Religion ...
- UN APPEALS FOR $74 MILLION TO HELP FLOOD VICTIMS IN PHILIPPINES October 8, 2009October The United Nations today launched an appeal for million to help million floodstricken people in the Philippines which has been hit by massive backtoback storms for the next six months Some people were killed when Tropical Storm Ketsana also known as Ondoy slammed into the SouthEast Asian nation last week displa ...
- Burma polls 2010 sans Suu Kyi ! October 5, 2009Is there any meaning for the proposed general election in Burma Myanmar by the military rulers if Daw Aung Suu Kyi with other political leaders are kept out of the process Not only the prodemocracy Burmese exiles but also a significant number of international rights bodies believe that sans Suu Kyi it will hardly make any sense for changes i ...
- Concern at slow progress to Copenhagen negotiation September 14, 2009The experts and journalists of Asia Pacific region have expressed deep concern at the slow progress in the current round of climate negotiations given the scale and magnitude of the adverse impacts of searise because of continued green house gas emissions by industrialised and developed countries Adopting a Dhaka Declaration the participants ...
- UN and Republic of Korea partner to boost 'green' growth August 23, 2009August The United Nations Environment Programme UNEP has joined forces with the Republic of Korea ROK to support the East Asian nations quest for a sustainable green economic future in the midst of a global recession UNEP Executive Director Achim Steiner noted that Asia particularly the ROK China and Japan as well as Australia ...
- Anti-corruption watchdog to join UN-backed genocide court in Cambodia August 15, 2009August The United Nations and Cambodia have announced an agreement to establish an anticorruption watchdog to oversee the tribunal set up to bring to justice the perpetrators of the countrys notorious killing fields genocide over three decades ago The Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia ECCC set up in by the UN an ...
- UN human rights chief joins call for release of Myanmar opposition figure August 15, 2009August The United Nations human rights chief today joined the call made by SecretaryGeneral Ban Kimoon and others for the immediate and unconditional release of Myanmar prodemocracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi whose house arrest has been extended for another months I deplore the ongoing persecution of a democratically elected leader ...
- UN examines how to use technology to minimize disaster damage in Asia-Pacific August 13, 2009August Better utilizing information and communication technology ICT to prepare for and deal with catastrophic natural disasters in the AsiaPacific region is the focus of a United Nations meeting in Bangkok Thailand today The Indian Ocean tsunami and last years Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar have caused massive human and economic lo ...
- Ban calls for urgent action to minimize disaster damage in Asia August 13, 2009August With Asia being the worlds most vulnerable place for natural disasters SecretaryGeneral Ban Kimoon today stressed the need for boosting efforts across the continent to prepare for catastrophes before they occur We know that prevention is better than the cure Mr Ban said at the opening of a new UN International Strategy for ...
- IDBS Expands in Asia Pacific November 11, 2009
- General News
- Stanbic to mark 10th Anniversary with mountain climb November 13, 2009Stanbic to mark th Anniversary with mountain climb November The exercise which is part of activities making the th Anniversary of the Bank is on On top at and beyond will end in February A statement from the Marketing and Public Relations Department of the Bank said members of staff of the bank other corporate ...
- Ten cyclists named for ECOWAS International Cycling Tour November 13, 2009Ten cyclists named for ECOWAS International Cycling Tour November Out of the selected cyclists six will participate in the kilometre AccraLagos tour from November The selected cyclists are Samuel Anim Young Stars Francis Tetteh City Migro Isaac Odonkor All Stars Ali Ashi Gutten Proper Agbo Cit ...
- President Mills inherited huge budget deficit November 13, 2009President Mills inherited huge budget deficit November There were also commitments and payment arrears of nearly per cent of GDP at the end of Dr JLS Abbey Executive Director of Centre for Policy Analysis CEPA said on Wednesday when he launched Ghana Economic Review and Outlook Dr Abbey said Against this ...
- Ghana Association of Bankers announces new exchange rate November 13, 2009Ghana Association of Bankers announces new exchange rate November CURRENCY BUYING US Dollar Swiss Franc Canadian Dollar Japanese Yen Norwegian Kroner South Africa Rand CFA Ouguiya Leon GNA ...
- Chic Ghana holds seminar for professional staff of AESL November 13, 2009Chic Ghana holds seminar for professional staff of AESL November The occasion marked the first anniversary celebration of the companys entrance into the Ghanaian market with the CHIC liquid vinyl product a copolymer coating system used for cleaning the surface and protecting exterior walls CHIC liquid vinyl is a complete vi ...
- Rural banks urged to be wary of "Sakawa" activities November 13, 2009Rural banks urged to be wary of Sakawa activities November He said if rural banks tightened their internal control systems they would be in a better position to wardoff nefarious activities such as those engaged in by Sakawa clients Internet Fraudsters He said these Sakawa operators approach bank managers and or staff ...
- Economic growth strategies must be holistic November 13, 2009Economic growth strategies must be holistic November There must be better balance between growth objectives and efforts of bringing inflation down he said He said the President Millsled government that assumed power in January was faced with less stable macroeconomic environment which manifested in a huge budget deficit ...
- Government to partner organised labour for development November 13, 2009Government to partner organised labour for development November This is a sure way to improve the living standards of the people in fulfilment of governments agenda on better Ghana he said It coincided with the th anniversary celebration of GEA in Accra He noted that such efforts engender an accelerated national campa ...
- Civil society groups attend workshop November 13, 2009Civil society groups attend workshop November The workshop was under the theme revenue mobilization for district assemblies the role of the civil society and was sponsored by KonradAdenauer Stiftung KAS a German political foundation He expressed concern about the over dependency on the Fund for development and urged the ass ...
- NDC MP calls for unity as UER elects new executives November 13, 2009NDC MP calls for unity as UER elects new executives November The MP was speaking during the Regional Executive Election of the n NDC held on Tuesday in Bolgatanga He tasked the executive to assist the youth to look for jobs and explained that it would be very naïve and irresponsible to sack people from their jobs because they di ...
- Minister orders Health Training Institutions to review fees November 13, 2009Minister orders Health Training Institutions to review fees November The decision he told the Vetting Committee of Parliament was due to the high fees charged by the institutions Dr Kumbuor who appeared before the Vetting Committee of Parliament for approval as Minister of Health designate said in an answer to a question fro ...
- Two Ministries to launch campaign against TB November 13, 2009Two Ministries to launch campaign against TB November This was disclosed by Mr Joe Hagan Secretary General of the Ghana Society for Prevention of TB at the celebration of the Kwabeni Yam Festival of the chiefs and people of Forikrom in the Techiman Municipality Mr Hagan said the mode of transmission of TB was through coughin ...
- Role of women in conflict resolution vital November 13, 2009Role of women in conflict resolution vital November Mrs Cate Bob Milliar Upper West Regional Director of Department of Women who made the call reminded peace brokers that women play crucial role in the promotion of peace and conflict resolution The event was aimed at equipping participants with knowledge and skills in handling ...
- Ghana Air Force donates to Osu Children's Home November 13, 2009Ghana Air Force donates to Osu Childrens Home November Wing Commander George ArkoDadzie Officer Commanding Trade Training School said as part of the social responsibility of the Ghana Air Force it spreads its net wide to touch the hearts of the needy He said as part of their activities similar programmes were carried out in Ta ...
- Gunshots scare school children and traders in Bawku November 13, 2009Gunshots scare school children and traders in Bawku November Other people who were preparing to start their business at about hours rushed back into their houses Wednesday is a market day in Bawku He said the suspects were in Police Custody for further investigations and would be dealt with drastically if found culpable ...
- Minister stresses determination to eradicate poverty November 13, 2009Minister stresses determination to eradicate poverty November She said the Commission which is the technical wing of the Regional Coordinating Council RCC was set up with the main aim of promoting tourism and enterprise development and would give a boost to the various facets of the economy to ensure integrated growth of the regi ...
- Ministry to bridge digital gap between rural and urban areas November 13, 2009Ministry to bridge digital gap between rural and urban areas November In pursuit of this programme to date the Ministry has facilitated the construction of CICs Mr Haruna Iddrisu Communications Minister said in Parliament on Wednesday The Minister said in consultation with the Regional Coordinating Councils RCCs arr ...
- Farm labourer jailed for stealing November 13, 2009Farm labourer jailed for stealing November Attingana Atongo pleaded guilty to the offence Prosecution said that on November at about hours a police patrol team spotted Atongo with the animal at the outskirts of Bibiani Prosecution said they were not convinced and demanded that the convict took them to the landlord for v ...
- Hardened criminal jailed by an Aflao Court November 13, 2009Hardened criminal jailed by an Aflao Court November Ganyo said to be a member of an armed gang which terrorised residents and travellers in and around Aflao pleaded not guilty to robbery and causing harm She said police investigations led to Ganyos arrest GNA ...
- Fifty-year-old woman electrocuted November 13, 2009Fiftyyearold woman electrocuted November An eye witness told the GNA that the cables fell on Madam Kyere when she emerged from her house near which some workers of the Electricity Company of Ghana ECG were repairing faulty cables She appealed to the government and other stakeholders to assist in replacing the cables GNA ...
- Stanbic to mark 10th Anniversary with mountain climb November 13, 2009
- Weather And You
- Current Weather Conditions Across The 48 Contiguous United States November 12, 2009Coastal Storm Brings Extreme Weather. For more details...
- Your National Forecast Summary March 10, 2009Midwest - However, due to the intense nature of the surface low it will continue to impact the region with strong winds, ... South - A cold front will push into the region by Wednesday morning with much of the rain unlikely to push east ... Northeast - The lone exceptions will be portions of New England and Upstate New York where a wintry mix of freezing rai […]
- Video: Your 3-Day National Weather Forecast November 12, 2009Watch what the experts at The Weather Channel ® have to say about the weather trends in the United States for the next 3-days.
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- Current Weather Conditions Across The 48 Contiguous United States November 12, 2009
- EUROPE
- Copenhagen Journal: Push to Build Mosques Is Met With Resistance November 12, 2009The difficulties reflect the tortuous path Denmark has taken in dealing with its immigrants, most of whom are Muslim.By JOHN TAGLIABUE
- Medvedev Stresses Modernization in Address November 12, 2009President Dmitri A. Medvedev called on Russia to refocus its economy away from heavy industry toward information technology, telecommunications and space.By REUTERS
- France and Germany Use the Remembrance of a War to Promote Reconciliation November 12, 2009In a first since World War I ended in 1918, a German leader joined French officials to mark the day in Paris.By ALAN COWELL and STEVEN ERLANGER
- Britain Sets New Policy on Keeping DNA Profiles November 12, 2009The proposal to set a six-year limit on retaining police DNA profiles of most innocent people was made in response to a European court ruling.By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
- Egypt Welcomes Life Sentence for Killing in German Court November 12, 2009Egyptian authorities said they saw the life sentence against a German man who murdered an Egyptian woman in a courtroom as a deterrent against hate crimes.By NICHOLAS KULISH
- E.U. President Takes Tough Line on Filling Top Jobs November 12, 2009Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt of Sweden warned the union’s 26 other leaders on Wednesday that they will be asked to back specific candidates for the new position of president.By STEPHEN CASTLE
- Israeli and French Leaders Meet November 12, 2009Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Nicolas Sarkozy issued a joint statement agreeing “to use all efforts” to restart the Middle East peace process.By STEVEN ERLANGER
- Bank of England Expected to Spend More November 12, 2009The central bank said it was open to pumping more money into the economy, a warning to those who had speculated the bank would shift focus to controlling inflation.By JULIA WERDIGIER
- Global Soccer: A Goalie's Lonely Death Leaves Questions November 12, 2009Fans in Germany are mourning the death of the German national goalkeeper Robert Enke, who was hit by a train on Tuesday in an apparent suicide.By ROB HUGHES
- Switzerland Limits Bank Compensation, but Not Too Harshly November 12, 2009The rule imposes no caps on bonuses and excludes all but the biggest financial services companies from mandatory compliance.By DAVID JOLLY
- As Shipping Slows, Banks and Carriers Fear Loan Defaults November 12, 2009As ship owners confront plummeting charter rates from a 25 percent drop in global trade, fears have increased about the recovery of European banks with large shipping industry portfolios.By LANDON THOMAS Jr.
- Moscow Journal: An Oasis Is No Match for Bulldozers and Bureaucrats November 9, 2009The Soviet government’s land monopoly may have ended some two decades ago, but the ability of the authorities to give and take away territory has not, real estate experts say.By MICHAEL SCHWIRTZ
- Who Is a Jew? Court Ruling in Britain Raises Question November 8, 2009A case involving the admissions policy of a Jewish high school in London has potential repercussions for thousands of other parochial schools across Britain.By SARAH LYALL
- For Russia’s Communists, Ousting Putin Is a Priority November 8, 2009Leaders of Russia’s largest opposition faction have made it clear that they prefer the current president, Dmitri A. Medvedev, to his predecessor, Vladimir V. Putin.By YULIA TARANOVA
- U.S. Indicts 8 in Worldwide Hacking Ring November 12, 2009Authorities say they’ve cracked a hacking ring that stole more than $9 million within 12 hours last November, securing indictments against eight people from Russia, Estonia and Moldova.By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
- British Premier Is Bowed by Mother of Slain Soldier November 11, 2009Prime Minister Gordon Brown was accused of misspelling the name of a fallen soldier’s distraught mother in a note of condolence.By SARAH LYALL
- European Union Struggles to Select New Leaders November 11, 2009Days after securing the landmark treaty that will lead to the naming of the E.U.’s first president, the bloc has lapsed into horse-trading-as-usual over the position.By STEPHEN CASTLE
- Recession Upends German Zeal for Fiscal Prudence November 11, 2009Germany’s leaders are grappling with a rising budget deficit as they push a tax cut to stimulate the economy.By NELSON D. SCHWARTZ and JUDY DEMPSEY
- Bulgaria Still Stuck in Trauma of Transition November 11, 2009The 20th anniversary of the removal of Bulgaria's Communist leader went uncelebrated as many of the country's people remain undecided about the benefits of democracy.By MATTHEW BRUNWASSER
- For G.M., Work at Opel Includes Mending Fences November 11, 2009Fritz Henderson, G.M.’s chief executive, assured German politicians and union leaders that Opel will have the authority and the independence to be successful.By NELSON D. SCHWARTZ
- Copenhagen Journal: Push to Build Mosques Is Met With Resistance November 12, 2009
- RIVERS STATE NEWS
- Governor's Urged To Maximise Talents Of Special Advisers November 11, 2009State governors in Nigeria have been urged to maximize the talents and experience of their Special Advisers in the pursuit of quality service delivery for the people. Governor Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi of Rivers State gave this advice today while declaring open the Bi-Annual National Conference of State Governors’ Special Advisers, at the Presidential Hotel, P […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- Amaechi Vs Soberekon: Appeal Court Adjourns Till January 25 November 10, 2009The Court of Appeal sitting in Port Harcourt presided over by Justice Abubakar Jeja has adjourned till January 25, 2010, the determination of the issues brought before it by Chief Bekinbo Sokerekon of the Accord Party, following the striking out of the Appeal by Counsel to Rt. Hon. Chibuike Amaechi in the Supreme Court few weeks ago. Justice Jeja said the ad […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- NGO To Establish Employment Bank November 9, 2009Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para- […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- Mrs. Amaechi Trains Women In Vocational Skills November 9, 2009Wife of the Rivers State Governor Dame Judith Amaechi has initiated vocational skills training and acquisition in electrical maintenance and painting for women in the state. Other areas include Tailoring, Plumbing and Carpentry. The skills acquisition Programme initiated at the instance of a non-governmental organisation, the Empowerment Support Initiated (E […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- Let's Restore Dignity Of The Child - Mrs. Amaechi November 9, 2009Wife of the Rivers State Governor Dame Judith Amaechi says the domestication of the child rights act in the state will restore the privileges and dignity of the child. Judith Amaechi stated this Friday in a statement signed by her media assistant Dike Bekwele. She said the Child Rights bill currently committed to a committee stage in the state house of assem […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- Wike Wants Aggrieved PDP Members To Support Amaechi November 4, 2009The Chief of Staff, Government House, Chief Ezebunwo Nyesom Wike has appealed to aggrieved members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to bury the hatchet and rally round the government of Rt. Hon Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi to enable him grapple with the enormous responsibilities of moving the state forward. Chief Wike made the appeal today in an interview wi […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- Mrs. Amaechi Urges Cordial Relationship Between Perm. Secs And Commissioners October 29, 2009Wife of Rivers State Governor Dame Judith Amaechi has charged Permanent Secretaries in the State Civil Service to strengthen cordial relationship with Commissioners in their respective ministries with a view to achieving the desired objectives of the state government. Mrs Amaechi stated this when she received a delegation of the Permanent Secretaries forum o […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- World Bank Commends Rivers Early Child Literacy Programme October 29, 2009World Bank has commended the giant strides recorded in the promotion of rural child early education and literacy programme in Rivers State. The early child education programmes was initiated by the wife of the Rivers State Governor Judith Amaechi to cater for less privileged children between ages 3 – 6 who do not have access to early and foundation education […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- Why I Make Rivers Accounts Public - Amaechi October 27, 2009Rivers State Governor, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi has explained that the reason behind his public accountability forum is to demonstrate transparency as the government has nothing to hide. Governor Amaechi disclosed this today when he appeared as the first guest on the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Current Affairs Programme “NUJ Platform” organize […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- RSG Seek Technology On Alternative Energy Source ... Amaechi Woos Czech Republic October 27, 2009Rivers State Government has indicated interest to seek technology from Czech Republic, on alternative sources of energy in non oil sector, to boost its energy needs. // The State Governor, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi gave the indication yesterday, when the Czech Republic Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Jaroslva Siro, led a high powered business delegation fr […]sumeet@horizonwebservices.com (Administrator)
- Governor's Urged To Maximise Talents Of Special Advisers November 11, 2009
- NIGERIAN NEWS NIGERIAN NEWS
- FG to engage states in afforestation November 12, 2009ABUJA —THE Federal Government has promised to actively engage states and local governments in the country in the implementation of the national afforestation programme of President Umaru Yar Adua. Minister of Environment, John Odey, gave the assurance yesterday when he received the Governor Mahmud Aliyu Shinkafi of of Zamfara State in his office. According […]johnabayomi
- Cleric decries high rate of industrial dispute November 12, 2009By Chidi Nkwopara OWERRI—Bishop of the Diocese of Okigwe South, Anglican Communion, Rt. Rev. David O.C. Onuoha, has lamented that industrial disputes were becoming a regular feature in the country’s national life. Onuoha made the lamentation in his presidential address at the first session of the sixth synod held at Saint Peter’s Church, Umuariam, Obowo Loca […]johnabayomi
- NRC set to pensioners 25 months arrears November 12, 2009By Patience Ogbodo BAUCHI—THE North East District Manager of Nigerian Railway Corporation(NRC), Musa Bayero Muhammed, has said the corporation has concluded arrangements of paying its pensioners their arrears of 25 months just as he stated that screening for the payment exercise has commenced. Addressing news men in Bauchi, Muhammed said the screening exerc […]johnabayomi
- Aba North LG spends N350m on devt November 12, 2009By Eric Ugbor Aba—Despite the present economic meltdown, Aba North Local Government Area of Abia State has in the past six months spent over N350 million on infrastructural development, even as the council has concluded arrangement to offset the backlog of its workers’ salary. The projects, which are scattered over the council area, includes the asphalting o […]johnabayomi
- Customs Training College graduates 400 cadets November 12, 2009By AbdulSalam Muhammad KANO—The Nigeria Customs Training College, Kano has graduated over 400 cadet officers and redeployed them for two months compulsory internship after the completion of 6 months training exercise. Briefing journalists in Kano, the Commandant of the training school, Alhaji Ali Wakili, said that the cadet officers during the internship wil […]johnabayomi
- Unions vow to resist imposition of rector November 12, 2009By Gbenga Ariyibi ADO-EKITI—As the competition for the post of the Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Ado Ekiti hots up, interest groups within the campus and the three unions in the institution have vowed to resist any attempt by the power- that-be to impose any unpopular candidate on them. The position of the Rector of the Polytechnic [...]johnabayomi
- Abia Assembly tasks FG on deregulation November 12, 2009By Anayo Okoli Umuahia—ABIA State House of Assembly has urged the Federal Government to embark on nationwide enlightenment of the populace on merits of the proposed total deregulation of the downstream sector of the petroleum industry. The House also urged Abians to participate fully in the art of lawmaking by sponsoring bills and bringing to the attention [ […]johnabayomi
- N30m Glo jackpot winner emerges Sunday November 12, 2009LAGOS—The winner of the N30 million jackpot in the Glo “text 4 millions” promo will, on Sunday, November 15, be unveiled at a special grand finale Laffta Fest. The grand prize winner will join the other 133 lucky subscribers from across the country who won millions during the promo. The event is holding at the Welcome [...]johnabayomi
- FG buys N4.6bn generators for MMA November 12, 2009The Federal Government is investing N4.6 billion to boost power supply at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos. The money is for the purchase of six new generators for the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN).alexsamade
- Pensioner sends S.O.S to Army pension boss November 12, 2009Mr. Samuel Jegede, a military pensioner is calling for urgent attention from the military pension office. An edited copy of the his letter to the office is produced below: ” I use this opportunity to write you this personal complain letter, which I know if after you go through it, will convince you. Sir, I was in [...]johnabayomi
- Drivers’ protest paralyses commercial activities in Abeokuta November 12, 2009By Kolade Larewaju ABEOKUTA – COMMERCIAL activities for the second day running came to a halt in Abeokuta yesterday as protesting taxi drivers withdrew their cabs from the streets in protest over alleged unfair tax imposed on them by the State Government. The State Government had directed the drivers to pay personal income tax of N3,000 per [...]johnabayomi
- Jos riots anniversary: Former minister calls for reconciliation November 12, 2009By Taye Obateru Jos—As the first anniversary of the November 28, 2008 crisis in the Plateau State capital approaches, former Minister of State for Information and Communications, Alhaji Ibrahim Dasuki Nakande, has called for concrete steps towards genuine reconciliation among the people. He said in an interview that a year after the crisis, nothing positive […]johnabayomi
- Senator canvasses death penalty for corrupt public officials November 12, 2009By Tony Edike ENUGU—SENATOR Smart Adeyemi, representing Kogi West Senatorial Constituency at the National Assembly, has called for a law prescribing death penalty for public officials found guilty of corrupt practices, saying such stiffer punishment would encourage the ongoing fight against corruption. Adeyemi noted that corruption has remained very high, es […]johnabayomi
- World Bank’s N45bn loan for Nigeria… FEC okays Egbin Plant upgrade November 12, 2009By Daniel Idonor ABUJA—THE Federal Government yesterday secured a $300 million (about N45 billion) credit facility from the International Development Association (IDA), an arm of the World Bank. The loan, which repayment is spread for 45 years, is with a zero-interest rate. The credit, which is being extended to Nigeria under the World Bank’s Special Facili […]johnabayomi
- Akinrinade raises fear of Nigeria’s disintegration November 12, 2009By Dayo Benson & James Ezema LAGOS—A former Chief of Army Staff and ex-Chief of Defence Staff, Lieutenant-General Alani Akinrinade (rtd), yesterday warned that the country risks disintegration unless true federalism is restored. He also regretted his participation in the Nigerian-Biafran civil war. Akinrinade said if he had known that the country would […]johnabayomi
- N300m budget scam: Aduku innocent ….S ‘Court November 12, 2009By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA—A five-man panel of the Supreme Court in Abuja yesterday dismissed the appeal filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), against a former Minister of State for Health, Mr. Gabriel Aduku. EFCC had asked the Supreme Court to void the judgment of an Abuja Division of the Appeal Court which had quashed [...]johnabayomi
- New judge for suit against Yar’Adua’s CSO November 12, 2009By Ise-Oluwa Ige ABUJA—Justice Mudashiru Oniyangi of an Abuja High Court yesterday assumed jurisdiction over a public interest litigation commenced by a businessman, Mr. Abdulkarim Umar, against the Chief Security Officer to President Umaru Yar’Adua, Mr Yusuf Tilde. The take-over of the suit by the judge followed the re-assignment of the case by the Abuja Hi […]johnabayomi
- Daniel flays opposition…vows to pursue people-oriented programmes November 12, 2009By Kolade Larewaju ABEOKUTA – GOVERNOR Olugbenga Daniel of Ogun State yesterday vowed not to give up in pursuing programmes that would positively affect the lives of people in the state and the country in face of alleged adversity, describing opposition to his administration as irresponsible. He spoke while ddressing students of the Gateway Industrial and […]johnabayomi
- 900 days in office: Fashola to meet artisans, market women November 12, 2009Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State is to meet market women, artisans, representatives of trade associations and other participants of the informal sector in the state as his administration marks 900 days in office on Saturday.alexsamade
- 6,000Mw: Gas flaring ends December, says Minister November 12, 2009By Chinyere Amalu ABUJA—In its determination to deliver to Nigerians 6,000 megawatts in December, and to reduce green house emission, the Federal Government has vowed to end all gas flaring in the country by end of this year. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bagudu Hirse who disclosed this in a joint press briefing at the [...]johnabayomi
- FG to engage states in afforestation November 12, 2009
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