Burkina Faso soldiers patrol near to the
Presidential Security Regiment (RSP) military barracks on September 29,
2015 in Ouagadougou. (AFP photo)
A
major airport is shut in the Burkina Faso capital Ouagadougou
as soldiers lock down an area around the barracks of an elite unit
involved in a short-lived coup after they refused to disarm.
An
unnamed senior official told AFP news agency said on Tuesday that
Ouagadougou's international flights were cancelled as army surrounded
the camp of Presidential Security Regiment (RSP) responsible for the
September 17 coup.
The source added that the airport would remain shut until further notice.
In
a statement, army chief of staff General Pingrenoma urged the
population to avoid the Ouaga 2000 district where the camp is located
for security reasons.
Interim president Michel Kafando and Prime
Minister Yacouba Isaac Zida were arrested by the elite presidential
guard on September 16. General Gilbert Diendere was quick to take power,
but he resigned a week later under pressure from the West African
regional bloc, Burkina Faso’s military and protesting citizens. Burkina
Faso’s interim President Michel Kafando delivers a statement to the
press at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the capital, Ouagadougou,
September 23, 2015. (AFP photo)
Kafando , who was formally reinstated last Wednesday, recently issued a decree disbanding the presidential guard.
Furthermore,
judicial authorities in Burkina Faso froze he assets of General
Diendere and 13 others believed to have had a role in the coup. A
protester cuts a branch to be burnt as he and others demonstrate
against the recent coup in Burkina Faso’s capital city of Ouagadougou,
September 22, 2015. (AP photo)The coup took
place just weeks before October 11, the initial date set for general
elections. The vote has been postponed indefinitely.
According to the Burkinabe government, at least 11 people died and 271 were wounded in the violence that ensued the coup. .
Don Jazzy has built his reputation so well
everything he touches nearly becomes gold. There are a number of factors
that have contributed to his overall acclaim till date.
Producer/ label executive Don Jazzy
In the dynamic age of media dominance on perception, celebrity image
and street appeal the Mavins honcho has leveraged the powers of the
internet and social media and is creaming off duly.
Armed with killer music instincts that have seen him come tops in at
least two major music phases in the Nigerian entertainment industry, it
is no wonder Jazzy is the guy everyone wants a signature from today. READ ALSO: Tuface Idibia Pleads For A Don Jazzy-D’banj Comeback
Let’s digress a bit to 2004; when the music industry was fledgling
and we witnessed the emergence of Don Jazzy and erstwhile partner Dbanj
fresh from London. There was not an inch of space for any returnees but
the pair would go on to form a movement that remains iconic in the
nation’s history.
The duo sang and performed around the world under the defunct Mo’
Hits imprint, driving hundreds of thousands to euphoria and animation
whenever they came on stage with the tingly Tongolo, the impressive Mr Endowed, not to forget the evergreen Fall In Love, amongst other hits.
In between, the music mavin birthed other names in Wande Coal, SID,
Tiwa Savage and D’Prince, erasing suspicions of being a flash in the
pan.
The lustrous Oliver Twist comes to mind as one writes this
but because the song peaked around 2012, a period characterized by the
Mo’Hits split; it isn’t so easy sipping the juicy Afro Pop hit in this
discourse as it leaves in its wake bitter-sweet memories. Oliver Twist went on to become a world smash record, but we
barely saw the duo of Dbanj and Don Jazzy render it on any stage in
those hyperactive, charmingly entertaining displays because things had
fallen apart. READ ALSO: Don Jazzy And Family In C&S Outfit As He Receives Honour
Today, we have Korede Bello, Di’ja and Reekado Banks walking into the
party which already has a lethal Tiwa-SID-D’Prince combination
helping the collective Mavins Records buzz go ‘off the hinges’ as they
say in street parlance.
The beat maker remains a subject of analyses today in our flickering
entertainment industry. He understands the showmanship as well as the
business aspects of music which is why he is what he is today.
From multiplatinum hit songs to a shiny public image, we have seen
him ink a deal or two with some of the finest corporate brands around.
It is all to easy for the man these days, so when Johnnie Walker
recently unveiled him as ambassador in a new campaign, it doesn’t come
as anything surprising.
He is a man of many flaws but he will be remembered for his music, adaptability as well as an astute business sense.
At present, he is breeding a whole new team and hopes are high, with expectations that they eclipse the antecedents.
Adenike Adebola, a marketing executive at Johnnie Walker, explained
his innovation and passion as reasons behind selecting him to represent
the liquor brand.
She said: “Don Jazzy has experienced different phases of
success in his career up till now. He is a true achiever, a game
changer and a model to emulate. He is passionate about what he does and
it is that passion we celebrate. We believe he will be instrumental in
propagating the message and inspiring the rest of Nigeria with our core
message that ‘Joy Will Take You Further.’”
Johnnie Walker is a Scotch whisky made by Diageo. The brand is widely
distributed in the world, with an estimated over-300 million bottles
bought yearly.
Nigerian dancehall singers, Cynthia Morgan and Burna Boy
sparked dating rumours few weeks ago when their cuddle up photos went
viral on social media.
Cynthia Morgan and Burna Boy
The photos left fans wondering whether they are in a relationship or
another publicity move but both singers did not provide a cogent
confirmation since the photos surfaced. READ ALSO: See What Cynthia Morgan And Burna Boy Were Caught Doing
Many guessed it will be a music video shoot and music video it is.
Northside Entertainment act, Cynthia Morgan has released the visuals for
her single ‘Simatiniya’ and Burna Boy was a cameo on it as they both
demonstrated love, heartbreak and cuddle up in the new video.
Cynthia had earlier revealed the meaning of Simantiniya as obsession
and addiction and she demonstrated it perfectly with the combination of
Burna Boy.
The Nigeria Army has given clarification on
its earlier statement where certain group and influential persons were
said to be working against the interest of the force in flushing the
remnants of Boko Haram sects from the northeast, especially from Borno
state.
The army in a statement on Monday, September 28, said its warning to
saboteurs in the northeast was not referring to the Borno Elders of
Thought, which is a soci0-political group.
Acting director army public relations Col. Sani Usman, said the
warning was quoted out of proportion by some section of the media.
He added that though no names were mentioned but the army still
stands by its statement that certain interest groups who have benefited
immensely from the crisis in the North-East are working to frustrate the
army effort which is in conformity with President Muhammadu Buhari’s
directive to end insurgency in three months. READ ALSO: Boko Haram Kills 20 In A Fresh Attack
See full statement below: CLARIFICATION ON THE PRESS RELEASE SENT YESTERDAY TITLED “WARNING TO MISCHIEF MAKERS BENT IN PERPETUATING TERRORSIM “The attention of the Nigerian Army has been drawn to
observations and concerns by well meaning Nigerians especially the Borno
Elders Leaders of Thought (BELT) about the misinterpretations of the
warning. “Therefore, it becomes necessary to clarify to the effect that
the statement released yesterday does not refer to the leaders of BELT
or majority of the good people and law abiding prominent citizens of
Borno State. I neither mention any organization’s or individual’s name.
However, the warning was to inform a specific group of people whose
activities are imminical to our collective quest for peace as enumerated
in the release. “At this point, it is important to observe that what is required
at this crucial period is for everyone to rally round the Federal
Government to bring to a speedy end the wanton destruction of lives and
properties by the Boko Haram insurgency. “We believe that the Borno Elders and Leaders of Thought cannot
hold any clandestine meetings and therefore as a responsible
organisation the Nigerian Army holds them in high esteem. READ ALSO: BH Bombs Kill Both Muslims And Christians – Osinbajo
“We however wish to reiterate unequivocally that the Nigerian
Army has credible information that certain individuals and groups are
losing out of the successes being achieved and therefore want to
discredit the renewed fight against Boko Haram. We would not tolerate
nor allow them to actualize their nefarious intents. Thank you for your usual cooperation. Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman Acting Director Army Public Relations
Meanwhile, the Arewa Consultative Forum, a socio-political association in the northern part of Nigeria has condemned leaders in the region who are allegedly aiding the activities of Boko Haram.
Muhammad Ibrahim, the national publicity secretary of the forum in a
statement released on Sunday, September 27 said the action of the
perpetrators was worrisome considering the effort the military was
putting to end Boko Haram insurgency.
The Nigerian permanent mission to the United Nations lead by Ambassador Joy Ogwu, has purportedlymessed up the formal schedule of President Muhammadu Buhari in New York.
President Buhari at the 70th general Assembly of the United Nations
The Cable reports that mismanaging resulted in several missed
opportunities and uncomfortable moments for Buhari and his official
team.
Naij.com has reported earlier that the president missed a very important session on Boko Haram insurgency.
He was also stopped from meeting with Pope Francis because he was not correctly briefed by the Nigerian UN mission personnel.
The pope delivered a speech at the general assembly on Friday, September 25. READ ALSO: Buhari Addresses World Leaders
Not only was Nigerian leader made to come in late to the event
because of messy preparations, he also took a wrong gate rather than the
one kept for presidents and heads of state.
Buhari was then stopped from seeing the pope by security staff because of his late coming.
The president came in while other heads of state and government had
already lined up to shake hands with the pope, and he was stopped by
security operatives from joining in.
The presidency had sought to clarify the missed meeting as not being part of the official meeting scheduled for Buhari.
“The meeting at which Nigeria was reportedly absent was not one
of the official events of the United Nations for which President
Muhammadu Buhari and his modest delegation are in New York,” Garba Shehu, a presidential spokesman, had said.
The focus was also on the Lake Chad Basin and the effects of the terrorism to which Nigeria’s full contribution was awaited.
The listed UN meetings had the item: “The Office for the
Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) will hold a side event on
food security and humanitarian consequences of conflicts-driven
displacement in the Lake Chad Basin region.” READ ALSO: Professor Soremekun Says Buhari Is Not A Nigerian
It was arranged for 3pm US time (8pm Nigerian time), but Buhari’s
programme organised by the Nigerian mission did not point it out as one
of the meetings he should attend.
Witnesses to both events defined as “embarrassing and unacceptable” the attitude of the Nigerian mission team which led to media backlash back home and on the social media.
The witnesses also accused the presidential media team of rushing to
the press to defend Buhari’s nonappearance at a very vital meeting
whose talk was on a matter in which Nigeria has been worst hit by the
activities of the terrorists.
However, the event the Nigerian president ultimately attended in
place of the one on the insurgency was not only poorly attended but was
full of protocol breeches, as Buhari was already seated before other
speakers commenced strolling in.
President Buhari has arrived New York on Thursday, 24, late at night. Nigerian leader is accompanied by 21 politician as his official team.
The UN General Assembly, which comprises all 193 members of the
global organisation, provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion
of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter.
Hundreds of vegans, vegeterians, animal
rights activists and other nature lovers staged a bloody protest in the
capital of France today. Please, scroll down for photos below!
Today a public square in Paris turned into an open-air slaughterhouse
after scores of protester invaded the Place du Palais Royal to make a
stand against ‘animal suffering and meat consumption’. READ ALSO: Half-Naked Woman Glues Her Bum To Window In Bizarre Protest
The photos of the protest show men and women of all
ages lying covered in fake blood, staging a huge “die-in” in the middle
of the city.
The demonstration is a part of the World Day for the Abolition of Meat, which has taken place every year since 2009.
The protest was organized by the 269 Life group, whose aim is to stop the slaughter of all animals around the world.
A statement on their website reads: “We aim to bring the pain and
horror other animals face each and every day out of the suppressed
darkness and into the realm of everyday life. No animal should be exploited to satisfy the selfish needs and whimsical desires of humans. Most people are well aware of what is being done to other
animals, and yet remain apathetic in the face of the atrocities
committed in their name, even after witnessing the utmost graphic
evidence. READ ALSO: Bus Drivers Nailed Themselves To Crosses, Sew Mouths In Protest Against Losing Jobs This madness must stop and will stop the day humankind finally
wakes up and understands that even the nameless feel pain and desire
freedom no less than us humans.”
One of survivors of a horrible tragedy that
happened at Muna Camp, a few kilometres away from the holy city of
Makkah in Saudi Arabia, has narrated his shocking experience.
Speaking with the Nation, Magaji Falalu Zarewa, a pilgrim from Kano
state, said that he saw how helpless pilgrims died but could not do
anything as he was struggling for his own life. “I stepped on dead bodies to escape to a safer place to stay and
recover. Lifeless bodies of pilgrims became steps to escape routes,” he said.
Zarewa, who is asthmatic, revealed that he miraculously escaped death
during Mecca stampede, adding that his Ventolin Inhaler saved him from
death.
Zarewa, who is a student of the Islamic University of Madina, Saudi
Arabia, said he has been performing Hajj annually for the last 10 years. READ ALSO: UPDATED: Attahiru Jega’s Brother Among Victims Of Mecca Stampede How The Incident Started “The incident occurred around few minutes after 9:00am local
time. The problem started when a large crowd of people who had already
stoned the Jamrat (devil) were returning through the route of people
going towards the Jamarat from Muzdalifa. That caused obstruction of
movement and generated heat. People started collapsing. That is the
first cause of people’s death. There was no water around the area. Major Cause Of Death “Then, the major problem and what I call the major cause of death
is nations whose tents are close to the scene of the stampede.
Countries like Algeria and Morocco locked access roads to their tents.
Because, when the heat was becoming unbearable, people wanted to enter
the nearby camps to decongest the main road, get air and water to drink. READ ALSO: Emir of Zing, 2 Wives Died In Mecca Stampede Along With 700 Others – Taraba Confirms “So, people started climbing the tents. I also got a strategic
pillar of the tent and climbed, then I started breathing better until
people began to shake the tent and it finally collapsed on many of us. I
didn’t know how I came out of the tent because people were still
climbing on us. I just saw myself as people were pouring water on me. How Zarewa Escaped Death “When I recovered a little, I quickly grabbed my inhaler, because
I am asthmatic and used it. Because I was still gasping for air. Then,
the white tent was covered with blood and I watched helplessly as other
pilgrims died. “After I fully recovered, I saw a heap of dead bodies serving as
steps for other people to escape. By then, rescue team had arrived, but
they were no longer concerned about the dead bodies, they were only
picking people with tendencies to survive. Soldiers Were Helpless “Then, I was telling the soldiers who were also trying to control
the crowd that, the best they can do is to find a way of stopping
pilgrims who have already performed the stoning of the devil from
returning through the same route used by people who are going to the
Jamrat. They told me, because I speak Arabic, that they were helpless. READ ALSO: Photos: Muslim Pilgrims Stone Satan In Saudi Arabia “I told them can’t you people security agents, enter the camps of
the nations around here and force them to open their gate, so that you
can divert people to pass through their tents? And that was what they
eventually did and people started entering. At that point, whether you
like it or not, you must step on corpses to get out of the crowd. Holding Water Was Like Holding Life “Then, people started to look for water everywhere, if they see
you with water, it was like you are holding life. In my presence,
someone urinated and poured the urine on his own head just to get
refreshed. “Three Fulani women who followed us because they saw me and my
friends as guides died in the stampede. Although I didn’t see their
corpses, my friend said he saw one of them crying as people were
stepping on her and she died in the process.”
Meanwhile, the government of Sokoto state has announced that 9 of its pilgrims have so far been confirmed dead in the Mecca stampede.
It would be recalled that 5 Nigerian pilgrims who are from Gombe state had been earlier declared missing in Saudi Arabia.
According to the recent reports, Justice Abdulkadir Jega, the brother
of the former chairman of the Independent National Electoral
Commission, Attahiru Jega, also died in the stampede in Mecca.
A new mum has taken to her Facebook page to
share the share the horror involved in allowing family members show love
to your new baby by kissing him/her.
Claire Henderson and baby Brooke
Warning all mums across the world, Doncaster-based Claire Henderson
recalled how her little baby, Brooke, was hospitalized for five days
with horrific blisters that could have caused liver and brain damage. ‘Please share this with every new mum and pregnant woman you
know… COLD SORES CAN BE FATAL FOR A BABY. Before 3 months old a baby
cannot fight the herpes virus. If a baby contracts this it can cause
liver and brain damage and lead to death. I know this sounds like I am
scaremongering but if my friend had not told me about this my baby girl
could have been very seriously ill. I noticed the signs early and got
her to A&E, we have now been in hospital on a drip for 3 days and
have another 2 to go. She was VERY lucky, all her tests came back clear. READ ALSO: A MUST READ: SEE What Experts Say Would Happen To Babies Born Through C-Section
The moral of the story is DO NOT let anyone kiss your newborns
mouth, even if they don’t look like they have a cold sore – 85% of the
population carry the virus. And if someone had a cold sore, ask them to
stay away until it has gone. Everyone who I have spoken to had not heard
this before so I felt it was important to share Brooke’s story and
raise awareness to stop anyone else going through what we have this
week,” the concerned mum posted on Facebook.
Baby Brooke
The post has so far garnered over 35,000 shares.
One of Claire’s followers commented: ‘Well said Claire people do need
to be aware of this as I didn’t know this could happen to babies. Just
so glad you was on the ball & went with your instincts and got our
Brooke to hospital straight away.’
Another said: ‘So pleased she is recovering well. We’ll done for
spotting the signs for something that could have had a very different
outcome. She’s a little fighter bless her. NHS Choices state cold sores
are ‘small blisters that develop on the lips or around the mouth. They
are caused by the herpes simplex virus and ‘usually clear up without
treatment within seven to 10 days. READ ALSO:The Truth About Kissing Children On The Lips They often start with a tingling, itching or burning sensation
around your mouth. Small fluid-filled sores will then appear, most
commonly on the edges of your lower lip. While a mild condition in adults, they can cause liver and brain damage in children under six weeks old and even lead to death.’
What He Deserves!! Married Woman Cuts Off Husband’s Friend’s Joystick (Photo)
A man who wanted To Molest his friend’s wife in the farm got what he deserved.
The urge to forcefully have carnal knowledge of a married woman has
led to a man’s private part being cut off after he met his match in the
woman.
The incident happened in a community in Ikono Local Government Area
of Akwa Ibom State, according to a reader who sent the report
exclusively to Pulse.
According to the report, the woman identified as Mrs Iniabasi Okon
took that drastic step when her husband’s best friend, Linus Ibok ,
trailed her to the farm on Saturday, September 5, after he had escorted
her husband, a petty trader to join a vehicle going to Aba, Abia State,
to purchase items for his shop in the village.
“Iniabasi was not surprised when Ibok went to meet her in the farm,
thinking he wanted to help her as he was almost like a member of their
family but the shock came when Ibok confessed undying love for her but
when she told him in plain terms to leave the farm or she would report
him to her husband, Ibok decided To Molest her.
But he did not know what the woman had in stock for him as she stealthily used her machete to chop off his randy m*****d.
After that, she ran to the village and inform other villagers who
rushed to the farm to meet Ibok in a pool of his blood with his sliced
m*****d.
He was rushed to an hospital where he is currently receiving
treatment while he will have to face the village elders whenever he is
well enough.”
60-Year-Old Retired Police Officer In Court For Raping 2 Girls, Aged 5 & 6 In Bauchi
A 60-year-old retired police officer, ASP Yusuf Ibrahim was yesterday
charged before a Bauchi State High Court for allegedly defiling two
girls aged five and six.
Ibrahim, who resides at Bakin Kura in Bauchi was alleged to have
lured the two children into his shop where he committed the act.
The prosecution witness, Mohammad Adamu told the court that the
accused on May 25 lured the girls, using chew gum to his room where he
took advantage of them.
According to Adamu, the offence violated Section 282 (1e) and was punishable under section 283 of Bauchi penal code.
Ibrahim however pleaded not guilty while filing an application for bail.
While ruling on the matter, the presiding judge, Muazu Abubakar adjourned the case till September 16. Source: DailyPost
All In The Name Of Fame? Woman Loses N2.1m To Fake Spiritualist Who Also Stripped & Bathed Her
A middle aged woman, Gloria Sule, has been allegedly duped by a
fake spiritualist, Francis Kalu, after she allegedly paid N2.1m to him
to prepare charms for her to become famous in the Nigerian movie
industry.
The incident, which happened in Lagos State, western Nigeria, has pitched Gloria against Kalu after the charms failed.
Apart from allegedly defrauding her, Kalu invaded her privacy by
stripping and bathing her under the false pretence of empowering her
spiritually.
Trouble started after Gloria discovered that she had been duped.
When she requested for the refund of her money, Kalu refused and the police had to be contacted to wade into the matter.
According Gloria, she was introduced to Kalu whose shrine is located at Abule Ado area of Lagos.
During the encounter, Kalu asked her to request what she wanted to
achieve in life and she told him that she needed spiritual empowerment
to become a popular movie star.
Kalu promised to fulfill her dream and told her that she would pay
the amount and thereafter she would embark on spiritual exercise to
equip her.
He told her the rituals involved him stripping and bathing her with
some spiritual materials which she agreed after paying the money.
To convince her, Kalu gave her a time frame when she would accomplish her desire.
Gloria waited in vain as all the promises failed and the police had
to be invited to arrest Kalu. After investigation, he was charged to
Ejigbo Magistrate’s court.
The police at Area ‘M’ Command, Idimu, that arrested Kalu charged him
with breach of contract, invading her privacy, fraud and stealing under
the Criminal Code.
When Kalu was arraigned in court, he pleaded not guilty.
The presiding Magistrate, Mrs J.O.E. Adeyemi granted him bail with two sureties in like sum
He was remanded in prison custody at Kirikiri pending when he would fulfill his bail condition.
The matter was adjourned till 21 September, 2015.
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African award-winning artistes have gathered in collaboration with
award winning-song writers and producers to create a musical masterpiece
that centres around the Global Goals for sustainable development as
structured by the United Nations (UN). Yemi Alade, Sarkodie, Sauti Sol, Becca, Mafikizolo, Diamond, Toofan & Lisa Oduor team up to deliver “Tell Everybody”. Listen & Download Yemi Alade, Sarkodie, Sauti Sol, Becca, Mafikizolo, Diamond, Toofan & Lisa Oduor – Tell Everybody
This week, Skales releases his first single in South Africa under the Baseline Music and Universal Music imprint.
The single titled “Lo Le” is off the soon to be released Universal
Music compilation and is also featured on the Nigerian artist’s debut
album, Man of the Year.
Skales is thrilled to have had a good year in the Nigerian music
scene and is excited about the platform to release music in other parts
of Africa.
“Definitely a millstone for me, I can’t believe the love I get every
time I step out, and I am grateful for the love from my supporters, the
fans and the critics
“Lo Le” was produced by the South African hit makers, Uhuru. Listen & Download Skales – Lo Le (Prod. Bu Uhuru) Below:-
Yoruba culture remains the only prominent one outside the shores of
this country and it is the only African culture celebrated worldwide
till date.
It is a pointer to our unique strength of keeping diplomatic
relations. We don’t go about creating enemies, rather we establish long
standing diplomatic relations with everybody.
This is Oyotunji village in South Carolina. The community was founded
by a black America named Walter Eugene King who was born on October 5,
1928 in Detroit, Michigan, USA.
Eugene went to the Cass Technical High School and got fascinated by
the African culture. He also got exposed to the Katherine Dunham Dance
Troupe at the age of 20 which increased his love for the African
culture, particularly that of the Yorubas.
On August 26, 1959, Eugene became the first African born in America
to become fully initiated into the Orisa-Vodun African priesthood by
African Cubans in Matanzas, Cuba. This marked the beginning of the
spread of Yoruba religion and culture among African Americans.
With a few followers, and after dissolution of the Order of Damballah
Hwedo, Eugene founded the Sango Temple in New York and incorporated the
African Theological Arch Ministry in 1960. The Sango Temple was
relocated and renamed the Yoruba Temple the same year.
In the fall of 1970, Eugene founded the Yoruba Village of Oyotunji in
Beaufort County South Carolina, and began the careful reorganization of
the Orisa-Vodu Priesthood along traditional Nigerian lines.
He was initiated to the Ifa priesthood by the Oluwa of Ijeun at Abeokuta, Nigeria, in August of 1972.
He was named king of Oyotunji community in 1972 with the designation,
His Royal Highness Oba (King) Ofuntola Oseijeman Adelabu Adefunmi I,
born Baba Adefunmi. He later died and his son, Adefunmi Adejuyigbe took
over as king.
