T.B Joshua to be arraigned today over death of 116 persons

  Pastor T.B Joshua along with some engineers will be arraigned today November 30th before a Lagos State High Court in Ikeja over the death of 116 people in the Synagogue Church of all Nations building collapse which occurred in September 2014.

Joshua and his engineers are expected to be arraigned before Justice Lawal Akapo according to a statement by the Deputy Director, Public Affairs of the Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Bola Akingbade.


The engineers, Oladele Ogundeji and Akinbela Fatiregun, had last year filed a suit asking a court to stop the police from inviting, arresting or prosecuting them over the death of the 116 victims but a Coroner Inquest set up by the Lagos state government indicted the engineers and recommended them for investigation and prosecution for criminal negligence.

How to win the World's War

  The  earth is a conquered territory. Man through the power of science has ensured that. The conquest has since shifted to the outer world where man’s fertile mind found newer challenges. There have been human forays into space and the planetary bodies. Flags have even been hoisted in Mars. But all of these feats peter into inanity as the contorting contradictions of life on earth threaten the shared thread of humanity. Forget the fiendish fictions of alien invasions flashed on 3-D screens by spell-binding scripts of Hollywood. There will be no such thing as a freaky flying saucer crash-landing into the sun and throwing the earth into an endless pall of darkness. None of those surreal contraptions will make the world come to an end. But something else will. Worse still, it is here with us.

Buhari Tasks Varsities on Entrepreneurial Training

 In order to further check the recent economic downturn and unemployment in the country, President Muhammadu Buhari Saturday called on Universities and other institutions of higher learning to re-focus their orientation towards an entrepreneurial-driven curriculum.

This, according to him, is with a view to creating jobs and also improve the capacity to train personnel which he said are needed to drive the government economic policies.

Decongest Lagos To End Fuel Scarcity, IPMAN Tells FG

  The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has said the Federal Government should decongest Lagos by decentralising the distribution of petroleum products to coastal areas if it wants to curb fuel scarcity.

IPMAN National President, Chief Obasi Lawson, spoke at the weekend during a facility tour of tank farms in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

Lawson, accompanied by other national and zonal officials, expressed surprise that in the State, it was only a tank farm, Master Energy that had products and sold at government-approved price of N77.66k.

He denied that IPMAN was responsible for hoarding, stressing that government should distribute the products to Port Harcourt, Calabar and Warri, to reduce the congestion in Lagos, which was the cause of scarcity.

House To Review Outdated Laws Within Two Years

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Yakubu Dogara
 Committee Pledges Support against Crude Oil Theft

Damilola Oyedele in Abuja

The House of Representatives has given the assurance that it would review and update all of the nation’s  laws which have become obsolete within the next two years to make them applicable to contemporary challenges.

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Yakubu Dogara, said this when he received members of the Save Democracy Group Africa, led by former speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Ghali Na’Abba.

He also warned that poverty on the African continent is threatening the survival of democracy.

Photos from Alexander Brown Hall ABH Clean Up Initiative 2015

From Alexander Brown Hall ABH Clean Up Initiative 2015 today at University College Hospital, Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria. More photos below....

Amosun offers Automatic Employment to 12 first class graduates

 Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, today offered automatic employment to 12 first class graduates of the Tai Solarin University of Education, TASUED at the 6th and 7th Convocation and 10th anniversary ceremony of the school in Ijagun, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.

The graduates cut across various departments in the school. 5,970 graduands were conferred with First degrees, out of which, twelve (12) graduated with First class Honours Also at the convocation ceremony, former President Olusegun Obasanjo was honored with a doctorate degree...

Apple named 2015 world's most valuable brand

 Apple has overthrown Google to reclaim its title as the world’s most valuable brand for the year 2015. The company had a great surge in 2015 thanks to the huge success of its iPhone 6 and iPhone 6s, beating Google with a growth of over $70 billion. Microsoft came 3rd in the annual rankings made by Millard Brown, with just a little separating them from 4th-ranked IBM.

Aftermath: See What Russia Did To 39 Turkish Business Men

  Russia has deported 39 business men from Turkey saying the businessmen were on tourist visas instead of business visas. The businessmen say they didn’t know they had violated immigration laws but were arrested and deported by authorities. This comes after the downing of a Russian war-plane by Turkish military after the plane tried to cross Turkish borders and enter Turkish airspace.
Both pilots ejected from the plane and one, Captain Konstantin Murakhtin, was rescued by Russian special forces after he landed in the forest in rebel-held territory but the other, Lieutenant Colonel Oleg Peshkov was shot dead by rebels.

Funmi Iyanda becomes First African Woman to Receive an Honourary Fellowship From University of Cumbria

  Yes!!

Media veteran Funmi Iyanda is making strides.

She has received an honorary fellowship from the University of Cumbria in recognition of her significant global contribution to human rights and sustainability and she is the first African woman to receive the award.

She shared photos from the precious moment on social media.

The robes go on at #cumbria @IFLASinfo #iflasinfo pic.twitter.com/l5YVkAxgta

— Funmi Iyanda (@Funmilola) November 25, 2015

Such an honour from @IFLASinfo #iflas #iflasinfo in such beautiful and honourable surroundings. pic.twitter.com/Iy7J8GzNcp

— Funmi Iyanda (@Funmilola) November 25, 2015

All the way in Cumbria so many #naija masters graduants. So proud of all of you. #naija your citizens are smart!!



 

Photo Credit: Twitter – @Funmilola

Buhari leaves to Malta to attend Commowealth Heads of Government meeting

Press statement from the presidency
President Muhammadu Buhari will leave Abuja, Thursday, November 26 for Malta to participate in the 2015 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting which begins in the island nation on Friday. The Commonwealth is made up of Britain, Nigeria and 51 other countries that work together to pursue common goals and promote development, democracy, peace, security and good governance.
 President Buhari and other Heads of State and Government who will be in Malta for this year's summit are expected to deliberate on fresh Commonwealth initiatives on development and climate change with a view to adding greater value to ongoing global efforts in these areas. A new Secretary-General of the Commonwealth who will take over from the incumbent, Kamalesh Sharma, will be announced at the summit, which will also feature the presentation of a progress report on the eradication of polio. The Head of the Commonwealth, Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, will formally declare the summit open and host a banquet in honour of President Buhari and other participating Heads of State and Government.

At the conclusion of the Summit on Sunday, President Buhari will leave Malta for Paris where he will present Nigeria's statement at the United Nations Climate Change Conference scheduled to open in the French capital on Monday, November 30. The President will join over 100 other world leaders at the Leaders Event on the opening day of the conference which will be hosted by President Francois Hollande of France and the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mr. Ban Ki Moon. President Buhari will also participate in a summit of the Heads of State and Government of the Lake Chad Basin Commission and Benin Republic which has been scheduled to take place on December 2 in Paris on the sidelines of the United Nations Conference on Climate Change.

Deliberations at the Paris meeting of the Lake Chad Basin Commission and Benin Republic will focus mainly on the war against Boko Haram and other security issues of common interest to participating countries. President Buhari will be accompanied on the trip by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Geoffrey Onyeama, the Minister of Environment, Mrs. Amina Mohammed and the National Security Adviser, Maj.-Gen. Babagana Monguno (rtd.)

Femi Adesina Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity) November 25, 2015

INEC weighs its options on Kogi, Lawyers Disagree

  INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu
The death on Sunday of the All Progressive Congress (APC) candidate in the Kogi State governorship election, Alhaji Abubakar Audu, has thrown up issues that may require judicial interpretation of the courts on the legal status of a gubernatorial election in which a candidate dies before the declaration of results by the electoral commission.

While some lawyers, including Prof Itse Sagay and Mr. Olisa Agbakoba, both Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN), said the death of a candidate before the declaration of results or emergence of a winner renders the election inconclusive and mandates the conduct of a fresh election, others held the opinion that the election would have to be concluded and the party that wins, even when the candidate is dead, would have to be declared the winner.

Of paramount consideration for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will be the glaring fact that this is the first time a candidate will die midstream into an election, after it has started and before it was concluded with the declaration of a winner and losers.
This dilemma was not envisaged by the framers of the constitution or the Electoral Act, 2010 (as amended). All the constitution provides for is a situation in which a declared winner dies or is unable to be sworn into office after the election while the Electoral Act provides for a situation where the candidate dies after his/her nomination, but before the election.

Custom made Pope mobile to be used by Pope Francis during his tour of Africa

  Pope Francis is scheduled to arrive in Nairobi, Kenya on Wednesday for his first tour in Africa. He will also visit Uganda and the Central African Republic. Isuzu Kenya posted images of the Pope mobile on its official Facebook page on Tuesday.

Samson Siasia releases list of 21 players for Under 23 Nations cup

  Nigeria's under - 23 team coach Samson Siasia, has announced a 21-player list for the upcoming Africa U - 23 Cup of Nations to take place in Senegal. Golden Boot winner at the 2015 Fifa Under 17 World Cup, Victor Osimhen, and Liverpool loanee Taiwo Awoniyi are the big names on the list.

In the Nigeria Under 23s latest friendly, they were held to a 1 - 1 draw by the Under 20 National Team of Gambia, with skipper Oghenekaro Etebo opening scoring in the 53rd minute.

The u-23 team will depart their training camp in the Gambia on Thursday, November 26 ahead of their first game against Mali on Sunday.

2 Things To Do Before You Ask For A Raise

 It's the most wonderful time of the year — no, not the holidays — performance-review season at work! Now is when many employers evaluate their employees’ contributions to the organization’s mission and bottom line, and then make decisions about raises, bonuses, and promotions accordingly. So it’s a great time to ask for a raise.

But if you aren’t able to make a good case for yourself, then you might find that not only is your career becoming stagnant but also that you could be first on the chopping block in the event of corporate (or wider) economic misfortune. Assuming you don’t want to be considered disposable in the eyes of your employer, here are some tactics and strategies to implement before you ask for a raise. They might just help increase your chances of success.

1. Use your initial job interview to set the stage.
Remember how nobody cares about your money more than you do? Well, nobody cares about your career more than you do, either. In fact, in many ways your career and your money are arguably the same thing.


While there are (probably) supervisors out there who will proactively approach you with advancement opportunities appropriate for your skill set, it’s safer to assume that you’ll need to take matters into your own hands.

Adele Smashes Beyonce's iTunes Records

2 years ago Beyonce sold 828k copies of her surprise album 'Beyonce' in just three days, setting the record for the fastest selling artist on iTunes in history! Well, Adele just shattered that record to pieces.

According to reports Adele sold more than 900k copies of her new album '25' in just one day on iTunes! Before Beyonce the record was previously held by Taylor Swift who sold 465k copies of her album Red in its first week on iTunes.

Ogun State To Close Schools, Markets For HID Awolowo's Burial

  Ogun government has directed all markets and public schools in the Remo district of the state to be closed on Wednesday November 25th as the state buries late Chief HID Awolowo, wife of late sage, Obafemi Awolowo, The state government's directive is contained in a statement signed in Abeokuta on Monday by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Taiwo Adeoluwa. The statement said the directive would affect only schools within Ikenne, Remo North and Sagamu Local Government Areas.

Buhari at the 3rd Summit of Gas Exporting Country's Forum

 The Third Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) Summit opened in Tehran, Iran today with the heads of several member States in attendance. See more photos after the cut...

Kogi Governorship "Projected Winner" Abubakar Audu is Dead

Thee Governorship election for Kogi State took place. As at the end of the election, the projected winner of the poll was All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Abubakar Audu.

However, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared the results of the elections inconclusive.
Shortly after this announcement, Abubakar Audu collapsed and was rushed to the hospital.

His sudden death was unexpected. As of now, the exact medical cause of death has not been revealed.

Intervene in Taraba Verdict, Group Urges NJC

   A  non-governmental organisation, Taraba Mandate Group (TMG) has tasked the National Judicial Council (NJC) to wade into the Taraba State election petition tribunal which “arbitrarily” nullified the election of Governor Darius Ishaku of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The group at the weekend described the decision of the Election Petition Tribunal as a rape of democracy and a direct affront to the people of the state who voted for Ishaku.

The group in a statement signed by Gani Bako said: “As law abiding citizens of Nigeria, we are wondering why the National Judicial Council (NJC) has not found the courage to invite and prosecute the judges who almost truncated democracy at the Taraba governorship tribunal. The NJC has not deemed it fit to make a public pronouncement on the ongoing controversy.

Diezani Alison-Madueke In The Boss Newspaper

  Nigeria’s former Minister of Petroleum Resources Diezani Alison-Madueke in Ovation Magazine publisher - Dele Momodu‘s The Boss Newspaper. She insists that she didn't steal the alleged billions they claimed she stole. More photos after the cut...

Why Smart People Make More Stupid Mistakes

   You’re clever. You’re a leader. And you’re probably making a lot of mistakes you’re not even aware of.
The brightest people and strongest leaders sometimes make errors others don’t. It’s a topic several LinkedIn Influencers weighed in on this week. Here’s what two of them had to say.
Travis Bradberry, president at TalentSmart
“It’s good to be smart. After all, intelligent people earn more money, accumulate more wealth, and even live longer,” wrote Bradberry in his post Why Smart People Act So Stupid. “But there’s another side to the story. Intelligent people have a reputation for making dumb mistakes, especially in situations that require common sense.”
There are several common ways in which smart people manage to shoot themselves in the foot.
Scientists might finally have an explanation for why this is the case. Intelligent people tend to blurt out answers with confidence, explained Bradberry. The research explained why “rational thinking and intelligence don’t tend to go hand in hand”.

Terror in Mali: Dangote Escapes Hostage Drama in Bamako

Africa's richest man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, narrowly escaped being among the 170 hostages seized in the unfolding hostage drama  in  the  luxury Radisson Blu hotel in Mali's capital, Bamako. Dangote told THISDAY on phone he had planned to have some meetings there but changed his plan to another location where  he subsequently  met with the President of Mali and some of his ministers  yesterday. After that, he met with the country's  Prime Minister at the airport before leaving for Dakar, Senegal yesterday night.  Gunmen went on a shooting rampage at the luxury hotel, early Friday, seizing 170 guests and staff in an ongoing hostage-taking. in his twitter page, Dangote however assured that  he was back in Nigeria and safe.

CCT: AGF EFCC, others Challenge Saraki To Defend Charges

   Senate President, Bukola Saraki

•Ask him not to politicise trial

By Senator Iroegbu in Abuja

The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Abubakar Malami, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Solomon Arase and others have challenged the Senate President, Bukola Saraki,  to follow due process to defend himself before the Code of Conduct Tribunal, instead of trying to politicise his trial.

In a counter-affidavit they filed at the Federal High Court, Abuja, in response to a fresh suit by Saraki, they denied being influenced by any political consideration to initiate the 13-count false asset declaration charge against him (Saraki) before the CCT.

The concerned officials and agencies advised the Senate President to rather  direct his energy towards defending the charge against him and not impute political motive to his ordeal.

Ambode at Lagos Business School Annual Alumni Conference

Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode was at the Lagos Business School Annual Alumni Association Conference, at the School Campus, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lekki, Lagos, yesterday Thursday, November 19, 2015.

9ice, Spyrofreeze at Swag+Minds 2015 Powered by Cowbell Chocolate

Happening now at Trenchard Hall, University of Ibadan, Ibadan , Nigeria. 9ice, Spyrofreeze and others storm Unibadan for 2015 Swag+Minds, powered by Cowbell Chocolate. This is another marketing strategy by Cowbell to promote a new products and to entertain students on campus. More photos and videos on I.G. +Stephen Ladoye 

As Buhari's Ship Sets Sail

After about six months of delay, Nigeria’s ship of state under the captainship of President Muhammadu Buhari has finally set sail. On May 29 this year, the president was inaugurated into office following a pan-Nigeria mandate he secured from a slim victory over his predecessor and then incumbent, Goodluck Jonathan. A tumultuous euphoria greeted his victory and subsequent assumption of office. So also was a massive burden of expectations from a citizenry harangued by decades of inept leadership. Nigerians looked to the coming of Buhari as the soothing balm to cure the aches and bruises of a dysfunctional society steeped in a paradox of wasted wealth. They expect him to rescue the country that has become characterised by a crumbling economy, widespread poverty, decaying public infrastructure, sunken social services, and a debased sense of self-worth abroad.

What Empowers ISIS

  Whether or not ISIS brought down Metrojet Flight 9268 in the Sinai Peninsula, the terrorist group has catapulted itself from obscurity to lead the global jihadist movement in just 18 months.

ISIS controls territory in Syria and Iraq that by some estimates is the size of the United Kingdom, and it lords over millions of people in both countries.

The group has also secured pledges of allegiance from two dozen militant organizations from around the Muslim world, including in the Sinai and Egypt's neighbor Libya, while around 10 other groups have declared some form of solidarity with ISIS.

The key to ISIS' success is not the group's military strength -- ISIS in Syria and Iraq may number only about 20,000 to 30,000 fighters -- but the weaknesses of the regimes where the group is doing well.

Think of the Sunni militant group ISIS as a pathogen that preys on weak hosts in the Muslim world.

2018 World Cup Qualifier: Nigeria 2- 0 Swaziland

   Nigeria defeated Swaziland on Tuesday evening in Port Harcourt courtesy of goals from Moses Simon and Efe Ambrose ..This was the second leg of the World cup 2018 qualifier against Swaziland which the Super Eagles had to win by all means to further their stake for a place in the next World Cup taking place in Russia.

Nigeria started with a line up comprising of Ikeme, Abdullahi, Alas,Ambrose, Igboun, Simon, Oboroakpo, Onazi, Onobi,Ahmed Musa and Ighalo with regular starter Mikel Obi on the substitutes bench.

The Super Eagles had more possession in the game and much of the game left Swaziland's attackers with not much to do and after spurning chances in the first half broke the deadlock through Moses Simon in the 52nd minute and Eve Ambrose in the 87th minute.. Congrats to them!!!

Who were the suspects behind Paris attacks?

 Seven  attackers were killed in Friday's terrorist attacks in Paris
It's possible suspects who were directly involved in the attacks remain at large
French authorities are carrying out raids across the country to rein in the network responsible for orchestrating Friday's terrorist attacks in Paris that killed at least 129 people.

Three teams staged coordinated attacks at six locations throughout Paris late Friday, including a concert hall, the Stade de France and at least two restaurants.

It's possible that suspects who were directly involved in the attacks remain at large, a French counterterrorism source close to the investigation told SLB
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2face and U-23 Players hangout in Gambia

  Singer 2face Idibia met with the U-23 players in Gambia earlier today. The footballers are currently in the country for a 10-day training program ahead of the 2nd Africa U-23 Cup of Nations taking place in Senegal. 

Dangote, three other directors resigns from Dangote flour mill

Alikoo Dangote and three other directors have resigned from the board of Dangote Flour Mills after majority shareholder of Flour Mill, Tiger Brands, cut funding support to its struggling Nigerian division today November 16th.

According to Reuters, South Africa's Tiger Brands said it was 'currently exploring various alternatives with regard to its investment in Dangote Flour Mills". Aliko Dangote holds 10 percent of the company's equity through Dangote Industries. The other directors who resigned along with Dangote are Olakunle Alake, Asue Ighodalo and Arnold Ekpe.

Nigerian artist wins Prestigious International Art prize

 Otobong Nkanga has emerged winner of the 2015 Yanghyun Foundation Artist Award in Seoul, Korea. Ms Nkanga is the first African recipient of the prestigious award.

Nkanga was born in Kano, Nigeria in 1974. She studied at OAU, Nigeria, State, Ecole Nationale Superieure des Beaux Arts in Paris, and the Rijksakademie van beeldende kunsten, Amsterdam, and completed Advanced Studies in the Performing Arts at the DasArts, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

Paris hit by 'three teams of attackers'

   Media captionOne woman clung to a window ledge as she tried to escape the gunmen.
Three teams carried out the attacks in the French capital which killed 129 people and left more than 350 wounded, the Paris chief prosecutor says.
"We have to find out where they came from... and how they were financed," Francois Molins told reporters.
He said seven attackers had been killed, and that all had been heavily armed and wearing explosive belts.
Friday's attacks, claimed by Islamic State militants, hit a concert hall, a major stadium, restaurants and bars.
Mr Molins also said the arrests of three men in Belgium on Saturday were linked to the attacks.

Eiffel Tower evacuated following terrorist attacks in Paris

   Anti-terror police in France have evacuated the area around the Paris Eiffel tower, one of France biggest tourist sites. The police are at the Pullman Hotel on Avenue de Suffren near the Eiffel tower, armed with automatic weapons taking cover and training their weapons on the Pullman hotel for fear of another attack.

The Lead City Jam City Festival of Music and Culture

                   
Jam City in collaboration with Lead City University is hosting the first edition of The Lead City Jam City Festival of Music and Culture.

Jam City has been creating platforms for young people in various academic institutions (Lead City University, University of Ibadan) to showcase whatever talents they have encouraging them to pursue their dreams.
The festival will run for 3 days, Friday – Sunday, November 13th – 15th, 2015, and it promises to be a fun weekend with simultaneous activities lined up; Concerts, Funfair, Fashion Show, Parties, Fireworks, Bonfire, Video Gaming, Theatre Plays, Cultural Displays, #JamCityCypher, #JamCityPlayoffs Finals (Team ManUtd Vs. Team Real Madrid), Seminars, Workshops, Trade Fair, Photo Booths and many more activities.

Oyedepo and wife arrive Benin city in their private jet

                   
The senior pastor of Winners Chapel, Bishop David Oyedepo and his wife Faith arrived Benin city in their private jet this morning. They are in Benin city for the 40th anniversary of Church of God Mission Miracle Center which was founded by late Arch Bishop Benson Idahosa. Oyedepo and his wife were welcomed by Bishop Margaret Benson-Idahosa, her son Feb and daughter in-law Laurie.

Court orders DSS to allow Dasuki to travel

            
The Abuja Division of the Federal High Court has ordered the Department of State Security to allow former National Security Adviser NSA Sambo Dasuki travel for medical checkup. Dasuki had filed a Fundamental Rights Enforcement suit against the Federal government after DSS officials prevented him from traveling out on November 4th despite a court injunction permitting him to do so.

The presiding judge in today's hearing, Justice Ademola Adeniyi ordered the Attorney General to appear before it on Monday Nov. 16th to explain why the court order granting Dasuki permission to travel out for medical attention is being flouted.

School boys from Sudan & Somalia kicked out of Apple store in Australia for fear "they might steal something

Racial profiling. Six black teenagers of Maribyrong High School were told to leave an Apple store in Melbourne, Australia because of staff's fear they "might steal something".

     "Simply Racism, made them apologise though" one of the boys, Francis Ose captioned the video he shared on Facebook on Tuesday, November 10. The video shows the boys being denied entry to the store by a staff member and two security guards.

 

     "These guys [security guards] are just a bit worried about your presence in our store. They’re just worried you might steal something," the Apple staff member said in the video.

Rihanna Just Added 2 New Brands To Her Empire! Find Out What She's Up To

  Yup – Rihanna really wants to take over the world.

While her fans are anxiously waiting for her next studio album, Riri has other plans up her sleeves. According to The Hollywood Reporter, she just launched 2 agencies – one for beauty & styling and the other for photographers. She has been making some major investments in fashion lately with her stockings line, more recently her position as the Creative Director for PUMA, and her beauty line, Fenty Beauty.

Fashola's Ministerial Appointment: I'm now a proud grandfather- Tinubu

Former Lagos state governor and APC National leader, Bola Tinubu says Fashola becoming a Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, has made him a proud grandfather. Tinubu said this while speaking at the commissioning of the Mile 12-Ikorodu road widening and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) operation.

Di'ja, Psquare, Reekado Banks Storms Idia Hall U.I.

It was a blast yesterday as Marvin crew Di'ja, Reekado Banks and Psquare Storms Idia Hall, University of Ibadan, Nigeria Variety Night powered by GLO Nigeria. Follow SLB on IG @stephenladoye for more photos and videos.

Sweet Things Women Always Want To Hear

 Women are emotional beings that must be handled with care. For you to reach their hearts, you have to learn to be sweet and gentle. Here is a guide to help you know what they want to hear.


‘You look gorgeous!’
If one could list down three things that women can’t live without – they would probably be – good food, a wardrobe to die for and hearty compliments. So, don’t be stingy when it comes to wooing her with a shower of compliments. The more you give, the more you are likely to get in return. Say all that she has been dying to hear – whether it is about her looks, her attire, her figure, professionalism at work or her culinary skills.

The Marvins First-Ever Concert Is This December!

uiteeexciting news from the Supreme Mavin Dynasty.

During a press conference held this afternoon it was announced that the Mavins – Don Jazzy, D’Prince, Dr. Sid, Tiwa Savage, Di’Ja, Reekado Banks and Korede Bello – are holding their first ever concert in December.

The concert will be sponsored by Access Bank and called ‘Access Mavin Concert’. The Access Mavin Concert will hold on Wednesday, December 23rd, 2015.

The press conference was hosted by Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi.

Nigeria's Ministers and their portfolios

   The president this afternoon announced his ministers and their portfolios. Find full list below...

What it really takes to be the boss

 Many of us aspire to big roles at work — we want to be the boss. Of course, once we get there, it’s not always as glamourous, or as easy, as we had imagined it would be. That’s especially true for entrepreneurs.
The secret to excelling at being in charge are subtle, but important. It’s a topic several LinkedIn Influencers weighed in on this week.
There are two types of bosses: managers and leaders
Here’s what two of them had to say about what it takes to be an entrepreneur and the head honcho.
Richard Branson, founder at Virgin Group
“I’m often asked, ‘What does it take to be the boss?’ It’s a hard question to answer,” wrote Branson in his post What Does it Take to Be the Boss? Managers Versus Leaders. “In my opinion, there are two types of bosses: managers and leaders.”

Ibrahim Magu replaces Ibrahim Lamorde as the chairman of EFCC

Charman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ibrahim Lamorde, has been replaced by Ibrahim Magu, who is a top level official of the Economic and Governance Unit of the EFCC. Lamorde became EFCC chairman in 2011. More details to come.

Congrats Nigeria! Up Nigeria