Nigerian man convicted of killing his 3yr old nephew for wetting bed

 

Ben Igbinedion, 43, has been found guilty of killing his 3 year old nephew, Daniel Evbuowman after they shared bed.

Ben, of Bromley, southeast London, reportedly assaulted the little child in the early hours of March 2, 2013, after discovering Daniel wet the bed he and his uncle were sharing. After the assault Igbinedion put the child in a different bed, but when other family members tried to wake Daniel in the morning, they found him unresponsive. Daniel was taken to a hospital where he died.

During his trial, the court heard that Daniel was put in the care of Igbinedion, who was also left in charge of his three children while his wife was at work. He told Daniel and his youngest son that they should sleep in his room, while his other two children sleep in their own room. One of Igbinedion’s children was woken by him telling off Daniel for wetting the bed, the jury was told.

Governor Chime admits detaining his wife..but says its in her interest

 

This report from Sahara Reporters contradicts reports yesterday that Gov Chime denied detaining his wife. This report has more details about the press conference that took place in Enugu on Tuesday

Governor Sullivan Chime of Enugu State has confirmed reports that he is keeping his wife incarcerated, but that he is doing so in her interest.

“I wanted the best for her and that’s why I pleaded with the doctors to have her treated at home,” he stated during a press conference in Enugu.  “That’s also why I allowed her access to her telephone and laptop which unfortunately led to the stage where I’m now being falsely accused of imprisoning or detaining my own wife.”

Enugu state First Lady denies being detained by husband, Gov Chime

 

Governor Sullivan Chime of Enugu State on Tuesday night denied subjecting his wife, Mrs. Clara Chime, to house arrest and has vowed to protect her from being exposed to ridicule. Chime made this denial in the presence of some journalists, his wife and her elder brother, Mr. Tony Igwe.

Also present were the governor’s siblings, Mrs. May Oji and Dr. Jide Chime, as well as Mrs. Chime’s neuro-psychiatric doctor, Dr. Aham Agumuo, among a few others. At the interview session, the governor’s wife denied sending any petition to the National Human Rights Commission alleging unlawful detention by her husband.

Outcome of FG & ASUU meeting: FG to give varsities N1.1tn in 5yrs

 

Very late Monday night November 4th, President Jonathan met with officials of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, over the on-going strike. After the meeting, ASUU officials said they would relay the outcome of the meeting later this week after consulting with other members of their board. The Union has not made an official statement yet but Punch is reporting that a key component of the agreement reached by the parties after the meeting was that the Federal Government would  inject N1.1trillion into public universities in the next five years.

They said the federal government would release N220billion yearly into the sector beginning from 2014. For the outgoing year, the government will only release N100bn and this has been processed.

They also said the strike would be called off anytime next week. Halleluyah!

Paramedic battered unconscious in back of an ambulance by a drunk Nigerian man

 

According to reports, a paramedic was hurled against the window of an ambulance and punched repeatedly in the head until he lost consciousness by a drunk Nigerian man he had been trying to treat

From UK Daily Mail

Akinwunmi Akinyuwa (pictured above) attacked Qasam Pervez as they were traveling to hospital in the early hours of the morning.

The 29-year-old student, who had been found slumped and intoxicated in a communal stairwell at his home, began shouting ‘angel of death’ before unstrapping himself from the stretcher. He then threw Mr Pervez against the window so he hit his head on the glass before reigning blows on the back of his head as he lay defenceless on the floor.

Fulani herdsmen kill family of four in early morning attack in Plateau

 

A family of four was murdered on Tuesday November 5th during an early morning attack on Rantis Village in Garshes District, Barkin-Ladi LGA of Plateau State. The spokesperson of the Special Task Force, STF, on Jos crisis, Salisu Mustapha, confirmed the attack, describing it as dastardly

Mr. Musatapha said, however, that no arrest has been made, but investigations were ongoing. He assured Plateau residents that the suspects would be brought to book. The ugly incident occurred at about 4.a.m when the attackers, suspected to be Fulani herdsmen, invaded the village. According to witnesses, the attackers wore masks and were armed with guns.

Hundreds of people have been killed in the past one year in ethno-religious crisis in various Plateau communities. (Premium Times)

Photos from Musa Danjuma's 63rd birthday

 

Business man and former actress Caroline Danjuma's husband, Musa Danjuma celebrated his 63rd birthday at his Parkview Estate mansion last night with his family and close friends. (Pictured above (in blue) with his wife Caroline and their two sons) See more photos after the cut...

Inspiring story! Pregnant at 18, best graduating student at 25

 

Found this amazing story on Punch. Read and be inspired

Seven years after an unwanted pregnancy forced her to drop out of the University of Ilorin, Aishat Farooq emerges the best graduating student of the Bells University of Technology, Ota, Ogun State, reports Temitayo Famutimi

When Aishat Farooq gained admission into the University of Ilorin at 15, to study Zoology, little did she know that she was not going to be an alumnus of the institution. That was in 2003.

Despite the fact that she was a high flyer in her first two years in UNILORIN, the now 25-year-old indigene of Ilorin West-Local Government Area of Kwara State got distracted along the line. She played the campus love game and got a shocking result: she got pregnant. It was in 2006 and in her third year. She was pregnant for a fellow student whom she had been dating. She was disappointed in herself and thought the whole world was crashing on her.  Yet, she vowed not to terminate the pregnancy.

'Order The Release Of Mrs Clara Chime' Or Be Dragged To Court, Femi Falana Tells IG

 

After breaking the story of the unlawful detention of Enugu First Lady, Clara Chime, by her husband, Gov. Sullivan Chime, Sahara Reporters again are reporting that, Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana has taken up the case. Mr Falana is asking the IG to order the release of Mrs Clara Chime or be dragged to court. The reports below;

Aluu4: Gone but not forgotten

 

Yep, we are still on it! And we will continue until they get justice. Continue to rest in peace Tekena, Ugonna, Chiadika and Lloyd.

Progressive Govs Forum statement on police invasion of G7 meeting

 

Yesterday, the DPO of Asokoro police division, CSP Nnanna Ama, invaded the meeting of the G7 governors at the Kano government lodge in Asokoro, Abuja. The Progressive Governors Forum have released a statement condemning the incident. Their statement below...

Dino Melaye Arrested Again

 

Former House of Representatives member now anti-corruption crusader, Dino Melaye, has been re-arrested today according to Saharareporters. Mr Melaye was arrested two weeks ago at a rally in Abuja which he organized against the Minister of Aviation, Stella Oduah, concerning her part in the ongoing N255 million scandal in the Ministry.  He was taken from his office today by police officers after his home was searched. Mr. Melaye is likely to face charges, based on a copy of his arrest warrant obtained by Saharareporters which you will find below.

Photos: Esama of Benin host friends to super lunch at his London home

 

The Esama of Benin Chief Gabriel Igbinedion hosted friends and business associates, including Dele Momodu, ONTV CEO Akin Salami and pastor Ituah Ighodalo to a 'super turkey' lunch at his home in Hampstead, London yesterday. See photos from the lunch after the cut...

Building under construction collapses in Victoria Island (Photos)

 

A building under construction at Muri Okunola street in Victoria Island just collapsed. Several people are believed to be trapped under it. The building is beside the Eti Osa Local Government building on the street. Not sure if a rescue operation is going on right now. More exclusive photos after cut...

Photos: This is Lagos!

 

Left photo shows refuse dumped under a LAWMA signboard that says 'no dumping of waste' lol. The 2nd pic shows a soldier punishing a man for crossing the express road instead of using the pedestrian bridge. The pic is funny but what's happening here is so wrong. Why punish an adult for violating road traffic law? Why not arrest them, take them to court, fine them? Someone should caution these soldiers.

Pics from the fire outbreak at Great Nigeria House, Balogun Market

 

There was a fire outbreak at Great Nigeria Insurance House at Balogun Market in Lagos this morning. Eye witnesses said the fire started around 5am from one of the top floors. The cause of the fire outbreak is unknown but people suspect that it may be as a result of electrical fault. The building accommodates various businesses, including banks.

On the ground were National Commission for Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), LASEMA, and the Lagos State Fire Service as well as Federal Fire Service to quench the fire, and evacuate affected persons. More pics after the cut...

More photos from Patience Jonathan's foster mum's burial in Okrika

 

Inspector General of Police was there with his new wife (Pictured left). See more photos after the cut...

Lipton Tea Party holds Friday November 8th

 

Who are you when you are not in the office? What do you do when you are done with work for the day? Are you the same serious Doctor your patients see, or are you moonlighting as a Dancer, or a Singer or a DJ or even a Mixologist by night? Are you a Businessman making some serious money outside your day job? Or are you just someone who loves to enjoy life to the fullest?

Then the Lipton tea party is the event for you to explore your alter ego and discover new flavours in you. Yes, the Lipton Tea Party is here again and even bigger. Come hangout with your favorite celebrities like Dare Art Alade, Toke Makinwa, Osas Ighodaro, Dan Foster, Bovi and Dammy Krane, as you network with great people and have fun throughout the night.

Come have fun, network, and get inspired. The Lipton Party will take place on November 8th from 5.30pm. Send an email to lipton.teaparty@unilever.com or send a text message to 08163451018 to get your invitation. The Lipton Tea Party… Bringing out the new flavors in you

Taraba House Speaker, Haruna Tsokwa, slumps and dies

 

The Speaker of Taraba State House of Assembly, Haruna Tsokwa, slumped in the early hours of this morning November 4th in his house and was rushed to the hospital where he was declared dead.

The late Speaker was one of the lawmakers in Taraba State who opposed Governor Danbaba Suntai's resumption of work in the state after his foreign medical treatment because of his frail state of health.

Tsokwa was attacked in September by unknown gunmen along the Akwanga-Keffi Road in Nasarawa State. The gunmen killed one of his aides but Tsokwa survived the attack.

Tsokwa is said to have been battling with some heart-related ailments before he suddenly slumped and died this morning. May his soul rest in peace. Amen.

Photos: Police DPO holds G7 Governors hostage at Kano Govt lodge in Asokoro

 

According to a report by Sahara Reporters, the DPO of Asokoro police division, CSP Nnanna Ama, invaded the meeting of the G7 governors at the Kano government lodge in Asokoro, Abuja today.

From Sahara Reporters

DPO of Asokoro Police division,  CSP Nnanna Ama, in orange polo shirt barges into G7 governors meeting with a retinue of officers. He is enraged after the governors dare him to do his worst. Seen here telling the governors to remain on their seats.

Saharareporters can confirm that the siege is over as the governors are dispersed.