GistNaija.com : 2012-05-06

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

PLEASE HELP: 6 Year Old Nigerian Girl Kosi Akilo Missing At Enugu

Kosi Akilo

Little 6yr old Kosi Akilo was kidnapped at her parents home in Enugu, Last Sunday, May 13th 2012.
The kidnappers havn't contacted the family,
No one has heard anything from anyone who knows about the kidnappers or any info about where they could have taken young Kosi to.
Uptil now no hint or information about the whereabout of Little

Please, please andplease, if you know anything, saw anything, heard anything, have any information at all, no matter how irrelevant you think it might be, please call 08033475532.
Or contact the nearest police station to you.

Please, spread the word, dearies and say a prayer for her safety too.

Arrested: An Illegal Nigerian Immigrant Arreested in UK After Living As "Thomas Jerry" for 20 years.

Mr Bimbo Olumuyiwa

One Nigerian man, by name Bimbo Olumuyiwa (54 years old) immigrated illegally to UK. When he reached UK, he changed his name Jerry Thomas.

From Bimbo Olumuyiwa to Jerry Thomas! can you Imagine!

Mr Bimbo worked "Jerry" at Newark Liberty International Airport for 20 years in his position as a supervisor, where he oversaw 30 security officers.
His co-workers even knew him as Jerry Thomas.

It turns out the real Jerry Thomas was reportedly murdered in Queens, New York, in 1992.
Mr "Jerry" was arrested on Monday (14th May, 2012) at his home in Elizabeth, UK.

What amazes me is how did succeed to live in UK for 20 years as Thomas jerry?

It is people like Bimbo Olumuyiwa that are damaging our country's image abroad.

Every day is for the thief BUT one day is for the owner.

Davido collaborates with Akon

Davido

Davido has just been shining. Davido recently signed as Ambassador of MTN Pulse.

But Davido has stepped up his game further.

The fast rising star is collaborating with Senegalese Konvict Music boss and singer, Akon, on the remix of his rave making single, Dami Duro.

While in Miami, he disclosed this, to Blue Revolution Entertainment assuring fans that the remix of Dami Duro featuring Akon will be out soonest.

Mr. George Uriesi(MD, FAAN)

Operatives of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission(EFCC) stormed the head office of Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, yesterday , in search of the Managing Director, Mr. George Uriesi .
The reason was because of the disagreement btw FAAN and Maevis Company Limited over revenue collection for the airports authorities.
The EFCC agents entered their offices at both Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.

Sources also said that 2 new genration banks that handles the revenue were also investigated by EFCC.

Carlos Tevez

Carlos Tevez is really trying to annoy Man Utd Fans.
I don't like this gesture.
Tevez please contrl yourself.
Football is just a game and will always be a game.
R.I.P. means "Rest In Peace" in other words It means "Death"

Naija Youth Corpers Yet to Receive Monthly Allowance Since March

Youth Corpers

This is not funny.
Is this the "fresh air" we were promised?
What is happening?
These corpers are serving our nation and they deserve their monthly allowances.
I wonder how many corpers having living without food for the past few months.
Jonathan do something, please!!

Man Taken To Court For Smoking At A Filling Station

The Man is Mr Temple Ngwoke who is 33 years old. Mr Temple has been charged before the Igbosere Magistrates’ Court, Lagos State, Southwest Nigeria for intentionally smoking cigarette inside a filling station at Ikate area of Lekki, Lagos.

Ban Ki-Moon

Before your minds go far, I mean Ban Ki-Moon, the Secretary general of the United Nations and not Our own Banky W.

Ban Ki-Moon fractures his hand while playing football with other diplomats.
Ban Ki-Moon is 67 years old.
The fracture is serious and his fractured hand is expected to remain in a cast in the next 6 weeks.

Ruud Van Nistelrooy Announces Retirement From Football

Ruud Van Nistelrooy

Ruud Van Nistelrooy has announced his retirement at Malaga.
Nistelrooy played for Den Bosch in 1993 then he moves to Heerenveen four years later. Then after 1 seasond, he joined
PSV. After three 3 seasons he moved to Manchester United at Old Trafford and netted 150 goals in 219 official appearances.
In the summer of 2006, he joined Real Madrid where he won two Liga titles.
Then he moved to Hamburg and stayed for 18 months he ended up at Malaga at the start of the 2011-12 campaign.

9ice

Popular Nigerian Musician, 9ice (Real name; Abolore Alexandra Adigun Akande) is now gradually moving from Music to Acting.

He is presently on a movie set of Laide Bakare's latest film titled 'Jekere' meaning 'Tumour'.

Information has it that 9ice is cast as the lead character in the movie, which is being shot in Oshogbo, Osun State.

Other casts are Emeka Ike, Oby Alex O, Akin Lewis, Fathia Balogun, Laide Bakare, Ebun Oloyede and others.

Ali Baba(aka King of Comedy)

On the May 12, 2012 Ali Baba stood on stage for six hours back-to-back doing comedy without repeat of jokes.

Ali Baba achieved this at the Deluxe edition of Bunmi Davies' Stand Up Nigeria (SUN) held at Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos.
The organiser of the event, Bunmi Davies could not hide his joy at this feat set by Ali Baba. He later confessed, "Ali Baba has set a new standard in comedy."
Hail King of Comedy! Hail Ali Baba!

Happy 28th BirthDay Mark Zuckerberg!!!

Mark Zuckerberg

Some may wonder who is Mark Zuckerberg.

Mark Zuckerberg is the Chairman and Chief Executive of the most popular Social Networking site called Facebook. Mark Co-founded Facebook together with Dustin moskovitz, Eduardo Saverin and Chris Hughes while they were students at Prestigious Harvard University.

Today, is Mark's Birthday . Mark was born May 14, 1984. His father is Edward Zuckerberg, a dentist, while his mother is Karen Zuckerberg, a Psychiatrist. Mark has 3 sisters; Randi, Donna, and Arielle.

IGP, MD Abubakar

The Inspector General of Police, MD Abubakar, has issued an order banning any illegal and unauthorized use of Tinted glass, Sirens and Police Supernumerary (SPY) number plates.

This is because information gotten showed that the terrorist groups(e.g Boko Haram) use these means to deceive both security personnel and unsuspecting members of the public.

In the statement ,signed by Deputy Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Frank Mba, the IGP said:

Mr Fela Durotoye

Fela Durotoye celebrates his 41st birthday and 11th wedding anniversary. Fela is a best selling author.

Fela Durotoye's birthday is 12th May while he got married on May 12 2001 to his wife Tara and they blessed with 3 boys.

Happy birthday man!

Fashola Has Issued A Counter-Eviction Notice To Lagos Doctors

Governor Fashola

Few days after issuing an order of eviction notice to Lagos State doctors, Governor Fashola has issued a counter-eviction notice order to that effect.

This means that the affected doctors will not be force to evict their residents. They can only leave on their own accord.
This was confirmed by Chief Medical Director of the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, LASUTH, Professor Adewale David Oke:

Governor Adams Oshiomole

Olaitan Oyerinde (Slain Secretary)

The governor of Edo State, Governor Adams Oshiomole, has given the order that a street named Anenih’s street be renamed after his slain secretary, Olaitan Oyerinde.

Mr. Oshiomhole said his former aide was killed 48 hours after he wrote a petition to the police.

Mr Olaitan is survived by a young wife and 4 children.

Funke Akindele

Funke Akindele is confirmed to be having her traditional marriage on May 26 this year. As confirmed by her Reps, May 26 is for both the family introductions and traditional marriage. But the white wedding would be around December this year.

However, the identity of the groom is still secret as even her Reps failed to comment on who the mystery man is.

CBN Plans To Introduce N2,000 and N5,000 Notes

Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi(CBN Governor)

There news all over the place the Central Bank of Nigeria(CBN) is planning to introduce new naira notes for N2,000 and N5,000.

The reason for this as I learned is in bid to reduce amount of cash in circulations and enhancing the cashless policy.

Also, I learned that CBN wants to convert N5, N10, N20 and N50 into coins which are all presently notes.

Is this a good news to us?

Real Madrid and Christiano Ronaldo Set New Record

Real Madrid (Champions 2011-2012 La Liga Season)

New records were set after Real Madrid defeated Mallorca 4-1 at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Madrid became the first club in Football History to reach the 3-digit 100 points in a single season beating Barcelona record of 99 points during Pep Guardiola second season(2009-2010)

Also, Madrid became the first club to secure 32 victories in a single season.

Christiano Ronaldo also set a record after scoring his 60th Minute as he became the first player to score against every team in a single Liga season.
Ronaldo, Karim Benzema and Mesut Ozil scored the goals for Madrid with Ozil scoring a double. Chory Castro scored the only goal for Mallorca.

Hala Mourinho, Hala Madrid!

Manchester CIty Are EPL Champions

Manchester City(EPL 2011-2012 Champions)

Manchester City Almost lost the Title to Manchester United except for the last minute gasp.

Manchester City defeated QPR 3-2 thanks to extra time goals from Edin Dzeko and Kun Aguero at the 92nd and 94th Minutes Respectful. Pablo Zabaleta scored the first goal for City while Djibril Cisse and Jamie Mackie scored 1 goal each for the QPR.
City are champions based on goal difference over Manchester United. This has ended City's 44 years of waiting to win EPL trophy.

Congratulations Manchester City!

Sunday, May 13, 2012

Fashola Sends Dad To Abroad For Treatment

Governor Fashola

Few days ago, Governor Fashola sacks 788 striking doctors in Lagos State. Poor people in Lagos suffered lack of good proper medicare during these doctors' strike and also when they were sacked.

But Ademola Fashola, the father of Governor Babatunde Fashola , has been flown to the United States for medical attention for an undisclosed sickness during the time of strike action embarked by the doctors.

But the state' Commissioner for Health, Jide Idris said Mr Ademola fashola was transferred abroad on referral from LASUTH(Lagos State University Teaching Hospital).

See what we have in Naija. Does Fashola knows how many other people's fathers died during the strike?

May God help the poor!

Happy Mother's Day To All Mothers

Mother's Day

A Caring Mother

Today is World Mother's Day. I am using this opportunity to wish every mother out there, a Happy Mother's Day.
Please everyone should wish or send a special gift to his or her mother.

It is not an easy thing to be a Mother.

Funke Akindele Is Getting Married This Year

Funke Akindele

Latest gist from the entertainment is that the popular actress Funke Akindele, is getting married this year.

This gist was confirmed by her Reps. But the name of the husband-to-be is still unknown.

Funke who just scoop 2 awards from the Zuma Awards will soon join the list of other nollywood actreess/actors who got married this year like Stephanie Okereke, Chidi Mokeme, Aki, etc.

IBB's Son, Mohammed Babangida, To Become Niger State Governor 2015

Mohammed Babangida(L) and IBB(R)

News are spreading in Minna about how IBB is preparing the way for his son, Mohammed Babangida, to become the next govenor of Niger State come 2015.

According to a reliable source,the 40-year old Mohammed Babangida, has some supporters. On Thursday 10th May,2012 Mohammed said he is willing to serve his people if given the chance.

Mohammed who has never had a real job his entire life, owns 24% share of the $1.5billion GLOBACOM, owns several houses and accounts in Nigeria, London and several other places.

Source: Sahara Reporters.

hmmm, our past leaders wil still continue to rule us. They don't want to give others the chance. Wonder who will gather enough courage to oppose Mohammed come 2015 at Niger State gubernatorial elections.

NFF To Name Under-17 Tournament After Late Rasheedi Yekini

Alhaji Aminu Maigari (NFF President)

Late Rasheedi Yekini

The Nigeria Football Federation(NFF) has decided to name the Under-17 Tournament after the late Rasheed Yekini.

This was made known by President of the NFF, Alhaji Aminu Maigari, on Saturday during Yekini’s fidau prayer at Ira, Oyun Local Government Area of Kwara State.

Also, The NFF also donated the sum of N500,000 to the immediate family of the deceased.

"War comes, War Goes, But My Soldiers Remain Eternal"-Tupac.

The above sayings by the late legendary rapper is absolutely true. Rashidi Yekini was a true soldier.

Boko Haram Gets #40 Million Donation From Algeria

Abubakar Shekau(Boko Haram Leader)

The latest gist concerning our national security is the news the Boko Haram has received a #40Million Donation from an unknown Algerian terrorist group.

Also, these two terrorist group are expected to have a long term partnership in which the unknown Algerian terrorist group will train new boko haram members in: hostage taking, weapon handling, kidnapping, attcking of expariates like Julius Berger and Dantata and Sawoe, etc

This report was a product of a joint police and military investigations and raids, carried out in Kano and Sokoto in December 2011.

May God help Nigeria.

Dele Ige, Younger Brother To Bola Ige, is Dead!

Late Dele Ige

Mr. Dele Ige who is the younger brother to late Attorney General of the Federation, Chief Bola Ige, has been confirmed dead.

Mr Dele Ige died during his nephew's 60th birth day in Ibadan. He slumped and died shortly before he deliver his speech. His nephew is Mr Akin Ige.

Mr Dele Ige was born on the 6th September, 1930. He is age 82 years. He is the last born of the Ige's family.

May his gentle soul rest in peace. Amen.

Saturday, May 12, 2012

Armed Robbers Stole N20Million From Gov't Treasury

Armed Robbers

A 5-gang armed robbers attacked the Ogun State Internal Revenue Service at about 2am on Friday and made away with the sum of about N20Million.

The robbers were said to have broken in through the windows of the Parastatal Building headquarters of the Ogun IRS .

The Police Public Relations Officer , Mr. Muyiwa Adejobi , who confirmed the incident, also ordered the arrest of the guards. This arrest was made because they wondered why the robbery occured when there was Money in the Gov't vault. Source

Team Abuja Are Copa Coca-Cola Champions 2012

Copa Coca-Cola Competition

The final was played between Team Abuja and Team Kano at the astro-turf pitch of the Area 3 Sports Complex in Abuja. Emmanuel Victor of Team Abuja scored the only goal of the match at the 4th minute of the first half. Game ended 1-0 in favour of Team Abuja.

At the other game, Team Kaduna which lost to Team Kano at the semi-finals , defeated Abuja Selected 2-0 with both goals scored at each half of the game. Victor Joseph scored the first goal at 8th minutes and Muawya Abubakar scored the second through a penalty kick won by same Victor Joseph.

A Nigerian, Kate Anolue , Unveiled As Mayor of Enfield, London.

Mayor Kate Anolue

While some nigerians engage in activities the negatively affect the nation's image, other nigerians are equally busy making us proud. One of such person is Kate Anolue.

Kate Anolue was recently unveiled as Mayor of the London Borough of Enfield, United Kingdom. She took over the mantle from Councillor Christiana During. Kate hails from Nanka in Anambra State, Nigeria.

Kate is now the second black female Mayor of Enfield. She expressed her happiness as She said:
“In my village people recognise that I am doing something worthwhile. It is a very real honour and I’m thrilled. I am so proud of this.”

Kaffy(holding son, Kamal) with Joseph Ameh

Popular and well known queen of dance, Kaffy is set to marry her long time lover and father of her baby, Joseph Ameh.

The wedding is expected to take place at Bespoke Centre, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lagos, come June 2nd. This wedding date coincides exactly 6 months she gave birth to their bouncing baby boy, Kamal.

Of course, their traditional marriage is expected to take place ealier same day, same venue.
What better will a single lady ask for other than to marry the man of her heart.

Kaffy, happy married life in advance.

Police Men Beating A Fellow Colleague

One Mr James Ameh, a mobile police man and attached to Mopol 56, was beaten to coma by 6 of his colleagues in a shameful act.
The story goes like this:
Mr James Ameh was in sitting in the front sit of a commercial bus moving when their bus was stopped by the wicked 6 other mobile police men. These Police men demanded 5 thousand from the driver but Mr James came out and disagree with their actions.
James' actions angered them and they pounce on him till he slump and went into coma

Late Prof. Adetokunbo Babatunde Sofoluwe (Late Unilag VC)

It is with great sadness that I wish to announce the demise of the Vice Chancellor of the University of Lagos, Professor Adetokunbo Babatunde Sofoluwe .

Professor Adetokunbo Babatunde Sofoluwe died at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital in the morning of Saturday, May 12, 2012.

Sources close to the family say Sofoluwe was rushed to LUTH last night as his health condition worsened. He then suffered from cardiac arrest and was pronounced dead by 1AM.

The professor recently celebrated his 62nd birthday on April 16.
‘He was a friendly man, always cheerful, we will miss him’, a UNILAG student told NET.
Sofoluwe was appointed the 10th Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos with effect from 31st January, 2010.

Meet 5-Year Old Boy Who Is An Artiste

5-Year Old Maxim Singing

Meet this wonderful kid named Maxim. He was born in 2007 and just 4 years later, i.e. 2011, he had started his music career. His latest single was producedby Yemi Sax. This boy is a music genius.

Eduardo Saverin

Facebook Co-founder and Billionare Boy, Eduardo Saverin, has dropped his Us Citizen. Recently facebook made an Initial public Offering(IPO) which values Facebook at $96billion.

Eduardo Saverin holds 4% of the stake estimated to be about $3.84 billion dollars. Eduardo was born in brazil but is resident in Singapore. Eduardo renounce his U.S. Citizen.

If Eduardo maintains his U.S. Citizen, he will be paying $1.2billion of the $3.84billion on Taxes at 30% capital gains. But now that he ronounced his U.S. Citizen, he will be paying less than $400 Million.

Also, Eduardo said he plans to live longer in Singapore.

This guy get serious sense oooh.

Frank Edo Delivers Blows On A Disrespectful Small Boy

Frank Edoho

Frank fights a very stubborn and disrespectful boy on the Twitter Platform. I think the boy deserves the treatment and blows Frank gave him. Check out their discussion below:

Mikel Obi dedicates FA Cup to Yekini

Mikel Obi

Nigeria's highest goal scorer, Rashidi Yekini, may be late but he can not easily be forgotten. Many recognised people are still praising him.

Mikel Obi of Chelsea FC dedicates the FA Cup he just won,against Liverpool, to Late Rashidi Yekini.

Mikel said: “I would like to dedicate my FA Cup medal to him, and if the manager picks me, I will also try to do something to honour him during the Champions League Final.”

Nice one there Mikel. May God bless the dead.

Gattuso,Inzaghi Ready To Quit AC Milan

Filippo Inzaghi and Gennara Gattuso

   The latest buzz in the football world is the news that Both Gattuso and Inzaghi are Leaving AC Milan at the end of the season and it is now confirmed.

   Gennaro Gattuso(often called "General" Gattuso) joined Milan from Salernitana in 1999 for 8 million Euro. Gattuso is mostly used to "neutralize" a potential threat especially opponent attackers.

   Filippo Inzaghi is currently the second all-time most prolific goal scorer in European club competitions with 70 goals only beaten by Raúl’s 77 goals. He is also Milan’s top international goal scorer in the club’s history with 43 goals.
These 2 guys hold over a decade of enviable records.

Ghastly Accident Kill 9 Idomas, Injured 4.

Ghastly Accident

A 14-seater bus conveying 13 entertainers from Oukpo, Benue State was involved ghastly motor accident with a Trailer.

This accident leads to the instant death of 9 Promising members while 4 others seriously injured.

“Nine of the occupants traveling in the bus lost their lives in the accident, while four others were severely injured,” an eyewitness said.

According to him, the late artistes include: Eunice Kahn, Inalegwu Alechenu, Bathy Jayboy, Ogboji John, Owoicho Agada, Pius and Moses, among others. One of the survivors eventually died on Saturday,” he added.

Entertainment Express

Private Driver Attempts To R*pe Madam !

Driver Attempts R*pe Madam

One Mr Semiu Muritala, a private driver, has been arraigned for allegedly attempting to r*pe his employer at the Magistrate Court Apapa.

According to source , the Madam employed Muritala as her driver. But when nobody is in the house, Muritala will demand for sex.

One faithful day, Muritala demanded sex from his Madam but when did not yield to his request, he push her to the bed, tore her pants and attempt to r*pe her.

Funke Akindele

Nollywood actress Funke Akindele recently grabbed two awards at the just concluded 6th edition of the Zuma Films Festival which was held in Abuja.

This edition was theme “The Human History connecting people”.

The two movies which gave her the awards are: MAAMi and the Return of Jenifa.

Other winners are:

Muna Apologizes To Mode 9

Good to hear this. Am happy Muna had realized her mistake. She has quikly apologizes to Mode 9 through twitter. Read below:

Muna Apologizes To Mode 9

Good one Muna. Mode 9 have mercy ooo.

Friday, May 11, 2012

NCC Declares Airtel Nigeria Best Mobile Operator

Airtel Nigeria

Nigeria has vibrant telecommunication market. The major players in this market are MTN, Globacom, Airtel, Etisalat, Visafone, Zoom mobile etc. The competition among these telecommucation companies is very high with each trying to best the other.
Today, The Nigerian Communication Commission(NCC) has declared Airtel Nigeria best Telecom Operator. NCC used parameters like call set up success rate, drop call rate, call completion rate and traffic channel congestion.
But the question is, does this represent the verdict of the subscribers? hmmm.

Chief Ebenezer Obey is New Chairman of Copyright Society of Nigeria

Chief Ebenezer Obey Fabiyi

The Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON), has appointed a new chairman. The new chairman is no other person than the legendery Chief Ebenezer Obey Fabiyi . Chief Obey was elected at the 2nd Annual General meeting of the association held at Eko FM Hall in Lagos on Tuesday, May 8,2012.
Other members of the board elected are: Prof. (Sir) Victor Uwaifo MON,Dr. Dan Maraya Jos MON, Ms. Onyeka Onwenu MFR, Mr. Laolu Akins, Mr. Sunny Neji, Mr. Toju Ejueyitchie, Dr. Ben Ofoeze, Mr. Ossy Affason and Mr. Dayo Ogunyemi.
The Association also has elected some naija artistes in to their new executive committee and this includes: Banky W, Azeezat Allen, Baba Dee, Dr. Adewale Ayuba and Audu Maikori.

Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola(Lagos State Governor)

After sacking the striking doctors, the Lagos state govenment did not waste time to issue quit notice to the already sacked doctors who are still leaving in the quartes. The Quit Notice was dated May 8, 2012 and it was issued by by the Secretary of the Staff Housing Board for the Head of Service, I.A Shoyemi.
Each Quit Notice Reads, I quote,"
“Consequent upon your dismissal from the service of the Lagos State Government with effect from 4th May, 2012, and in accordance with the civil service rule, no officer shall continue to occupy the state government quarters after the date of his or her resignation/dismissal.
I wish to request you to vacate the state government staff quarters.
The notices also directed the doctors to submit the keys to their quarters to Mr Shoyemi to “forestall forceful eviction". Source
May God help these sacked doctors ooo.

Tribute To Bob Marley(31 years after)

Bob Marley

Bob Marley was born in Rhodan Hall in the North of Jamaica to 18 year old Cedella Marley.
Bob Marley is the king of Raggae Muzik.Bob Marley was born in the largest parish in the island of Jamaica, Saint Ann, which is also home to reggae stars Shabba Ranks, Burning Spear and black nationalist Marcus Garvey, also a hero of Marley.
His music makes deeper meaning in the past, present and even in the future. Bob died May 11, 1981 after succumbing to cancer. He died at the age of 36.
Marley released 13 albums over the course of his career alongside his band the Wailers, with Confrontation released in 1983 in his remebrance. He has large number of fans world wide. Even reknown rappers like Snoop Doog and Whiz Khalifa are lovers of Bob Marley.
He is survived by wife,Rita, and 3 children:Cedella, Ziggy and Stephen .

R.I.P. Bob Marley

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