Nigerians are losing hope

The Chairman of the Oyo State chapter of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Taiwo Adelakun, has said the current economic and political situations in the country are making Nigerians to lose hope, saying that the nation needs assurances of a brighter future from its leaders.

The bishop said this during a press conference to herald the 2016 Rehoboth activities of the church, which has the theme, ‘Amazing grace.’ Adelakun said the programme was designed to bring back hope to Nigerians and assure them that the hard times would soon come to an end.

He said, “Nigerians are gradually losing hope and the nation needs a reassurance of the revival of the economy and survival of the nation under recession. The leaders must reassure the people that this period of recession will soon be over.

“It is important to let our people know that at the end of recession, there will be expansion and enlargement for them. Nothing will be static because it is time for the nation and its people to move forward. David was nobody but God made him the greatest and an amazing wonder to his generation. That is the promise of God to this nation.”

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Senators Ask Saraki To Release DSS Report On Magu

Senators have asked their leader, Bukola Saraki to release the status report of the Department of State Services (DSS) on the acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu.

According to Daily Trust,the Director General of the DSS, Lawal Daura, had transmitted the 'status report' on Magu to Saraki since October but Saraki is yet to release the letter, many weeks after.

The letter seeking Magu’s confirmation was forwarded to the Senate on June 17 this year by then Acting President Yemi Osinbajo when President Muhammadu Buhari was on leave.

But the letter which was received at Senate on June 22nd was not read on the floor of the Senate until July 14. Magu has been acting since November last year.

One of the senators expressed reservation over the non-release of the report, saying "Why and what is he holding the report for?

“People are alleging that we are trying to frustrate the corruption fight of this administration but it is not so. Let him release it now," he said.

A ranking senator, who confirmed that the DSS report was with Saraki, said “There is growing agitation among our colleagues and by this week if nothing happens, we will raise point of order on it."

He added that: “The security report should be discussed in a closed session for us to know the next line of action. For unknown reason, the Senate President has been holding this, he should let it out," he said.

Daily Trust reported that the EFCC boss has been lobbying the Senators especially the principal officers of the Senate.

Contacted, the Special Adviser Media and Publicity to Saraki, Yusuph Olaniyonu said, "I don't have information on that matter please".


Source : Daily Trust

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Nigeria/morocco To Produce One Million Tons Of Fertilizer From 2017

Nigeria and Morocco to partner for production of mass fertilizers

An agreement between the governments of Nigeria and Morocco, anchored by Fertilizer Producers and Suppliers of Nigeria, FEPSAN and a Moroccan company, OCP will yield one million tons of fertilizer through local production for next farming season. This will be a short term solution that will, by a signed agreement also force the price of fertilizer from N8,000 to a low of about N5,000.

In a statement obtained from the facebook page of the Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the president, Femi Adesina, a Memorandum of Understanding also signed during the visit of King Mohammed VI of Morocco to Nigeria by Mr. Thomas Etuh, President of FEPSAN and Dr. Mostafa Terrab , Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the OCP Group, FEPSAN and OCP, will come together to promote innovation in an effort to contribute towards productivity-led agricultural growth and improve farmer livelihood.

OCP, a majority state-owned company of Morocco is a world leader in phosphate and its derivatives, committed to the development of agriculture in Africa.

The agreement also seeks to promote the use of agricultural inputs including access to adequate fertilizers as a major lever for improving agricultural productivity and farmers’ income.

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We are striving to right the wrongs of the past, please be patient with me - BUHARI

President Muhammadu Buhari, has appealed to the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, for understanding, stressing that his administration is determined to meet their needs.



The President made the appeal during the convocation ceremony of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo state.

The President, who was represented by the Minister of State for Education, Prof Anthony Anwuka, urged ASUU to appreciate the current economic challenges that has financially constrained the Federal Government from meeting its demands.

Buhari assured that his administration will not renege on its promise to provide opportunities and avenues so that youths can develop their skills and creative ingenuity.

He said, “As partners in progress, I plead for understanding and cooperation as the government is committed to addressing the various issues being canvassed by the Union, as we strive to right the wrongs of the past.

“The fear is further amplified with the rising unemployment coupled with the recent economic recession that has befallen our beloved country. Periods like this are opportunities for geniuses to emerge.”

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Jamb forms are not on sale yet

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has urged the public to disregard the speculations that it had commenced the sales of its application documents for 2017 UTME by some group of persons.

The board’s head of media and information, Fabian Benjamin, debunked the speculations in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, on Sunday in Lagos.

According to the statement, the registrar of the examination body, Ishaq Oloyede, has expressed disappointment with the development and called on innocent Nigerians not to fall prey.

“The public is hereby notified that JAMB has not commenced the sales of its application documents as advertised by some unknown and desperate persons.

“They are to disregard any website or individuals claiming to be in possession of these documents and offering same for sales.

“We are putting finishing touches to innovation and changes to ease the challenges associated with the procedure of application for the 2017 all Computer-Based Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

“We are looking forward to announcing the commencement of the sales of these documents very soon,” the statement quoted the registrar as saying.

The statement advised the public to feel free to contact the board for clarification on its activities through its website or contact numbers whenever they were in doubt.

It noted that Mr. Oloyede had announced his willingness to open the board’s door to the public to make valuable contributions and also report any act against the board’s pedigree by either the staff or the board’s development partners.

“We must all be interested in what happens in JAMB, as it is too important to be ignored.

“Help us to watch over where our eyes cannot get to, hear where our ears fail and be our police where our presence is insufficient,” the statement said.

It added that the Registrar had restated the board’s determination to ensure that nobody was spared in sustaining and advancing the credibility of the board.

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Victorious Falcons Arrive Nigeria

The triumphant Super Falcons who just won the 2016 Women’s Africa Cup Of Nations for the eight time after a 1-0 win over the hosts, Cameroon in front of their home crowd in Yaounde,  arrived Nigeria earlier today with their trophy in sight following the record title winning.

A late goal from Desire Oparanozie was enough for Nigeria to beat Cameroun for the fourth time meetings and claiming the title again. Nigerian Super falcons have dominated this competition since their first appearance since 1991.

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The Future Awards Africa 2016: Full List of Nominees

Here are nominees for The Future Awards 2016:

CATEGORY 1: The Futures Awards and EbonyLife Prize for Acting

Adesua Etomi 30
Somkele Iyamah Idhalama 28
Rahama Sadau 24
Seun Ajayi 31
Daniel K Daniel 30

CATEGORY 2: The Future Awards Africa Prize for Fashion

Adebayo Oke-Lawal 26
Wanger Ayu 30
Ogugua Okonkwo 29
Jane Micheal Ekanem 30
Sandra Itu 28

CATEGORY 3: The Future Awards Africa Prize for Beauty

Joycee Awojoodu 28
Kehinde Smith 25
Iroghama B. Obuoforibo 31
Olajide David ‘ST.OLA’ Okerayi 25
Theodora ‘Doranne’ Anne Mogo 27

CATEGORY 4: The Future Awards Africa Prize for Music

Yemi Alade 27
Oluwatosin ‘Mr Eazi’ Ajibade 25
Folarin ‘Falz’ Falana 26
Oluwatobiloba “Kiss Danielz” Daniel Anidugbe 23
Augustine ‘Tekno’ Miles Kelechi 22

CATEGORY 5: The Future Awards Africa Prize in Professional Service

Ify Afe 29
Kenneth Okwor 24
Solomon Ojeagbase 30
Dr Salihu Dasuki Nakande 29
Chidiogo Akunyili 31

CATEGORY 6: The Future Awards Africa Prize in Business

Seun Sangoleye 30
Yasmin Bello-Osagie/Afua Osei 27/29
Seyi Abolaji 32
Ifeanyi Orajaka 28
Affiong William 30

CATEGORY 7: The Future Awards Africa Prize in Sports

Seye Ogunlewe 25
Odion Ighalo 27
Omolayo Bose 27
Kehinde Paul 28
Kelechi Promise Iheanacho 20

CATEGORY 8: The Future Awards Africa Prize for Education

Olumide Ogunlana and Chukwuwezam Obanor 26/27
Ezeakor Chineye 28
Arese Ugwu 31
Godwin Benson 27
Izunna Okafor 22

CATEGORY 9: The Future Awards Africa Prize for Technology

Shola Akinlade 31
Olaniran Abiola 27
Oluyomi Ojo 25
Andrew Airelobhegbei 23
Dele Bakare 27

CATEGORY 10: The Futures Awards and EbonyLife Prize for New Media

Tosin Ajibade 29
Femi Bakare and Adeyeri Michael 26/27
Ebenezar Wikina 23
Bizzle Oshikoya 30
Bashir Ahmed 25

CATEGORY 11: The Future Awards Africa Prize for Media Enterprise

Bankole Oluwafemi 29
Adaora Mbelu 30
Bidemi Zakariyau 27
Fatima Togbe 29
Samuel Ajiboye 25

CATEGORY 12: The Future Awards Africa Prize in Public Service

Asuquo Ekpenyong 31
Aliyu Giwa 31
Esther Agbarakwe 31
Obieze Nwanna Nzewunwa 31
Ruqayya Nasir Sani 28

CATEGORY 13: The Future Awards Africa Prize for Arts & Culture

Emmanuel Oyeleke 29
Ndidi Emefele 29
Aderenle Sonariwo 29
Osa Okunkpolor 27
Eniola Idera Wunmi 23

CATEGORY 14: The Future Awards Africa Prize for Creative Professional

Obi “DJ Obi” Ajuonuma 26
Florence “DJ Cuppy” Ifeoluwa Otedola 24
Evans Akanno 27
Isioma Osaje 25
George Okoro 30

CATEGORY 15: The Future Awards Africa Prize for Advocacy

Wadi Ben-Hiki 19
Bukola Bolarinwa 28
Samson Itodo 30
Toks Bakare 31
Imrana Alhaji Buba 23

CATEGORY 16: The Future Awards Africa Prize in Agriculture

Julius Adewopo 31
Abamu joseph 25
Shola Ladoja 31
Hamman Yerima Wabi 24
Ronke Aderinoye 30

CATEGORY 17: The Futures Awards and EbonyLife Prize for Screen Producer

Chukwuka Egorh/James Omokwe 28/32
Mary Remmy Njoku 31
Asurf Oluseyi 32
Adeola Oshikojo 30
Usman Ahmad Kabara 31

CATEGORY 18: The Futures Awards and EbonyLife Prize for Journalism

Fisayo Soyombo 27
Eromo Egbejule 26
Ogechi Ekeanyanwu 31
Yemisi Adegoke 28

Chika Sandra Oduah 30

CATEGORY 19: The Future Awards and EbonyLife Prize for On Air Personality (visual)

Bolanle Olukanni 27
Stephanie Coker 27
Ehis Okoguale 29
Chukwuebuka ‘Chuey chu’ Okoye 25
Victor Mathias 29

CATEGORY 20: The Future Awards and EbonyLife Prize for On Air Personality (audio)

Rolake Bello 30
Ayo Thomson 28
Mohammed Yusuf Suleiman (Mowiz) 29
Oluwakemi ‘Kemi Smallz’ Itari Catherine 28
Jennifer Nzewunwah 30

CATEGORY 21: The Future Awards Africa Prize for Young Person of the Year

Mark Okoye 30
Ayodeji Ibrahim ‘Wizkid’ Balogun 27
John Boyega 24
Iyeh Kennedy 21
Dr Oluwo Adedunmola 24

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