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At least five soldiers were killed and another 40 injured when a Boko Haram jihadist rammed an explosives-laden pick-up truck into a military convoy in northeast Nigeria, security sources told AFP on Friday. The bomber, believed to be loyal to factional leader Abu Mus’ab Al-Barnawi, targeted the convoy, which was conducting “clearance operations” between Yobe and Borno states, two military officers said. “At about 1100 hours (1000 GMT) on Thursday, a suicide bomber believed to be a Boko Haram terrorist riding in a van loaded with explosives rammed into a military convoy at Manguzum village,” one said. “We lost five soldiers in the incident and more than 40 sustained various degrees of injuries,” added the officer, who asked to remain anonymous because he was not authorised to speak about the incident. The convoy was heading to the garrison town of Damboa, which is some 90 kilometres (55 miles) from the Borno state capital, Maiduguri, at the time. A second military source said the

Suswam's lawyer writes DSS, Buhari, AGF, NASS over illegal detention, threatens legal action (Concord) J.B. Daudu & Co, legal advisers to a former governor of Benue state, Rt. Hon (Dr) Gabriel Torwua Suswam, have written a worded letter to the Director General of the Department of State Security, President Mohammadu Buhari, VP Yemi Osibajo, Senate President Bukola Saraki, House Of Representatives speaker Dogara, Attorney General of the Federation and some other eminent Nigerians in authority over the illegal detention of their client (Dr. Suswam). Dr. Suswam has been illegally detained by the DSS since February 25, 2017 over allegation of illegal arms even when the said guns weren't found in his private residence but a public property (Dunes Property) in Abuja. Mr. J.B Daudu SAN who signed the letter on behalf of the J.B. Daudu& Co Chambers in Abuja also threatened to seek for a legal redress if the Department continues to keep their client illegally. According to

The issue of nomadic cattle breeders of the Fulani stock destroying farmer's crops is not new, it has bedevilled the Food Basket State for ages. But never has Benue State experienced this kind of destruction, massacre and carnage from the now heavily armed herdsmen who invade communities unannounced leaving behind death and destruction of properties that cannot be quantifiable. The hue and cry of the innocent, helpless seemed to have fall on deaf ears as the killer herdsmen operated for long periods of time without real or positive intervention from the authorities. The lackadaisical attitude displayed by the authorities have led majority of the Benue citizens into concluding that the government of the day is hostile against them, making the ruling party of the State, APC, very unpopular ahead of the 2019 elections. However, in a dramatic turn of events, the Nigerian Police Force in Benue State seemed to have woken up from their state of deniability. News monitored online has it

EFCC, Army Discover Vehicle With Loads Of Cash Abuja – Residents of Shendam Close, off Anthony Anyaoku Street, a neighbourhood of Area 11, Abuja, were on Tuesday treated to yet another macabre dance in discovery of huge cache of money in different parts of the country. A combined team of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the army raided three vehicles with several ‘Ghana must go’ bags containing huge sums of money. The vehicles, a Mercedes Benz S350 series with Bauchi State registration number, KTG 01 AA, a Lexus SUV Jeep registered in Abuja and marked ABC 77 AKK were all stuffed full money huge bags. The third vehicle, a BMW 640i series unmarked equally had several ‘Ghana must go’ bags at both the back seat and booth. The EFCC operatives numbering about seven and accompanied by two army personnel, according to eyewitnesses, stormed the area about 4.50p.m. Independent reporter met the team scurrying through one of the vehicles, counting the money and taking vide

A combined team of EFCC operatives and the army are currently carrying out a massive operation at Shendam Close, Off Tony Anyaoku Street in Area 11, Abuja. Indication suggests discovery of huge cash running into billions of naira in several ‘Ghana Must Go’ bags. The money was found in booths of three vehicles. Details later….

The Daily Trust Newspaper has reported that a senior nurse with Federal Medical Centre, ( FMC ), Katsina Ogugua Okoh , 43 years has been apprehended for allegedly selling a four months old baby boy at the cost of N200,000.  Others detained are the biological mother of the boy Aisha Idris, 18 years, of Daki Tara quarters, Katsina, one Hauwau Ibrahim, 32 years old, of Kofar Kaura and Mrs Grace Ohuhu, of Uba-Kala town, Abia state. The state commissioner of police Abdullahi Usman who confirmed the development said further investigation were still ongoing to unravel the situation. Daily Trust gathered that trouble started when the biological mother of the child, Aisha, an alleged prostitute was delivered of the child by the Nurse, Okoh at the Federal Medical center Katsina. Aisha was told that she had a still birth and the baby had since been buried. However, when a fracas ensued between her and Hauwa'u she was accused of selling a baby which prompted the police to step in. Late

Diabetic kidney disease is a type of  kidney disease  caused by  diabetes . Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney disease. About 1 out of 4 adults with diabetes has kidney disease. 1 The main job of the  kidneys  is to filter wastes and extra water out of your blood to make urine. Your kidneys also help control blood pressure and make  hormones  that your body needs to stay healthy. When your kidneys are damaged, they can’t filter blood like they should, which can cause wastes to build up in your body. Kidney damage can also cause other health problems. Kidney damage caused by diabetes usually occurs slowly, over many years. You can take steps to protect your kidneys and to prevent or delay kidney damage. What are other names for diabetic kidney disease? Diabetic kidney disease is also called DKD, chronic kidney disease, CKD, kidney disease of diabetes, or diabetic nephropathy. How does diabetes cause kidney disease? High  blood glucose , also called blood sugar, can damage the  bl

A Nigerian pastor who allegedly sexually exploited more than 30 girls played hide-and-seek with police as he arrived at the Port Elizabeth Airport on Thursday where he was to be arrested by the Hawks.  Amidst high drama, the pastor from the Jesus Dominian International Church based in Durban, Tim Omotosho, was arrested at the Port Elizabeth Airport on Thursday afternoon on charges of human trafficking.   The controversial pastor also runs churches in Port Elizabeth, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Bloemfontein and in the United Kingdom.   According to an eyewitness, who did not want to be named, police initially ran through arrivals doors looking for the suspect but could not find him. The source told African News Agency (ANA) police then searched the toilets and found him.  The suspect was handcuffed out of the bathroom by police officers. The pastor is being represented by well-known Port Elizabeth attorney Alwyn Griebenow, who was also at the airport.  Well-known Port Elizabeth attorn

President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered an investigation into the allegations of violations of law and due process made against the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Mr David Babachir Lawal, in the award of contracts under the Presidential Initiative on the North East (PINE). The President has also directed the suspension of the SGF from office pending the outcome of the investigations. In a related development, the President has ordered a full scale investigation into the discovery of large amounts of foreign and local currencies by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in a residential apartment at Osborne Towers, Ikoyi, Lagos, over which the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) has made a claim. The investigation is also to enquire into the circumstances in which the NIA came into possession of the funds, how and by whose or which authority the funds were made available to the NIA, and to establish whether or not there has been a breach of the law or

As a result of the loss of corruption cases last week, many civil society organisations (CSOs) appear to agree with the federal government that corruption is fighting back. However, before engaging in escapism by accusing the judiciary of compromise, it is pertinent to examine the facts and circumstances of the loss of these cases. I shall predict that the federal government stands to lose more corruption cases unless the authorities are prepared to reorganise the anti-graft agencies and review the anti-corruption policy in line with the proposals designed by the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption (PACAC) on the prosecution of politically exposed persons. Concern Over the Loss of Prosecution Cases Following a string of court rulings against high profile corruption cases last week, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Buhari to “adopt a revolutionary approach to his government’s fight against corruption by referring

Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Jime is a man who is a symbol of the typical story of the Benue child. His particular story is that of starting life like every other ordinary child and facing the challenges that one encounters while growing through the ranks and yet achieving extraordinary things through doggedness, perseverance, hard work and total belief in God. He is a man who believes in mobilizing and influencing those around him, through intellectual engagements and focused leadership, towards achieving common good. Indeed, he is a man who has combined the power of purpose and vision to do extraordinary things in so short a time and with such doggedness that cannot be missed. Come with us as we take you through the highlights of a life so interesting and inspiring as we present to you Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Jime. BIRTH AND CHILDHOOD Emmanuel Lyambee Jime was born on the day 20th of June, 1962 to the family of Pa Jime Tsav of Anter in Mbalagh Council Ward of Makurdi Local Government Area, Benue S

BARRISTER JULIE OKAH-DONLI LLB, BL, FCIS, AcARB, Born on the 30th day of December 1966, Julie Donli obtained her bachelor of law from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria and won the best prize for the annual Dean's moot court competition in 1990. She was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1992. She has interest in diverse areas of practice but not limited to Arbitration, Company and Corporate Law. She has worked with reputable firms such as Anthony Igbene & Co. S. O Ajayi as an Associate from 1996 – 2002 and on to the corporate organisations the Securities and Exchange Commission from July 1, 2002 to October 2, 2005 as a Manager in the Secretariat and Legal Administrative Department. She was appointed Legal Adviser/Company Secretary of the Nigerian Capital Market Institute, an affiliate of the Securities and Exchange Commission Abuja from June 2005 – October 2, 2005. In October 2005 she resigned and went into private practice, Legal Field and Co. She later moved on to UBA Trustees, Ab

On Wednesday, April 12, the State Security Service (SSS) said it will continue to hold a former governor of Benue state, Gabriel Suswam, accusing him of failing to cooperate with investigators. Tony Opuiyo, in a statement circulated to the media on behalf of the SSS, said Suswam’s continued detention for over a month was legal. “The case of former Governor of Benue State, Gabriel Suswam, is typical. The Service has continued to hold him in line with the dictates of the law – more so that he has not cooperated on the issues concerning the recovery of large cache of arms at his facilities,” the statement said. “He will be charged accordingly, once the investigations are concluded,” the SSS said. In a previous report by NAIJ.com, the former governor of Benue state was first arrested on February 26 on allegations of fraud and illegal possession of arms. Items SSS recovered from Suswam’s property included: "Glock pistol with two magazines and a total of 29 rounds of ammunition.” “Min

The Sheda Science and Technology Complex (SHETSCO) says it has carried out research and development of a Phyto-drug for the treatment of epilepsy. Read more at: http://www.vanguardngr.com/2017/04/fg-announces-discovery-epilepsy-drug/

Handling a suspicious wife is one of the greatest challenges a man can face in a marriage. A couple that suspects each other is bound to lose love and affection for each other. There is no way two people can live together in harmony as husband and wife under the same roof with a suspicious attitude. It might hold on for a while but it will soon crack and break into a fight or divorces. A suspicious wife has a dangerous effect to the unity and growth of a family. One basic thing to bear in mind in an attempt to control or handle this situation is; every effort made in this quest must be channeled to the emotions of your wife. Suspicious attitude in a wife can only be handled a man’s ability to break into the emotions of his wife to correct an existing impression she might have about him. What can make a woman suspicious of her husband? Natural character of a woman: This might be surprising to hear but it is true; some women have a natural character of suspecting their men. For these

By Oluwatoba Olaitan It is used for local seasoning of soups, from bitter-leaf soup, okra soup to fried pepper stew for local rice. Indeed, the fermented seeds of Parkia biglobosa or African locust bean tree are used in all parts of Nigeria and the West Coast of Africa for seasoning traditional soups. Commonly known in Yoruba as iru, or irugba, in Hausa as dawadawa, Nune in Tiv, and in lbo as daddawa, African locust beans when boiled and fermented is rich in lipid (29 per cent), protein (35 per cent), carbohydrate (16 per cent) essential vitamins and minerals such as calcium, fat, potassium, Vitamin C and phosphorus. Processing locust beans seeds is very crucial as it helps to boost its nutritional value, reduces its natural or synthetic compounds that hinder the absorption of nutrients, boosts its digestibility and enriches its unique flavour in order to boost the smell and taste of food. Local research has shown that locust bean helps to promote good sight and drives away hyperte