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The Doctors of the Lagos state Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), said the lagos state government is yet to pay them for three months, rather they accused them of not going to work.

They therefore urge Fashola and the officials of the Lagos state government to pay their fees.

In their words, they sent message saying,

" Tell Fashola To Pay Us, We Don't Want To Kill Nigerians".

The salaries in Question that's been owed to them are salaries of April, May 2012 and that of August 2014.

They all chanted that they won't surrender their rights and allow the officials subjugate them, they said they are also not interested in working part time as earlier stated.

The Lagos state Government had accused the doctors of not going to work during their NMA strike. But the Doctors defended themselves saying

"This was during the same time that the Ebola virus hit the nation."

Afro beat sensation, Seun Anikulapo Kuti in recent times has been one of the most vocal critic of President Goodluck Jonathan especially as regards the state of the nation. However, the multi-instrumentalist doesn't believe ‎former leaders Generals Olusegun Obasanjo and Ibrahim Babangida also have the right to condemn the present government stating that they are not better in any way.

The Lagos State Governor, Babatude Raji Fashola, on Monday presided at the administering of Oath of Office on 57 new Executive Secretaries who would run affairs at the Local Governments and Local Council Development Areas, charging them to focus attention on their primary responsibilities at the grassroots level. See full list...

Alaga Ibile, Reminisce has put pen to paper in a mega and mouth watering endorsement deal with Popular Guinness Nigeria Plc Local Herbal Drink, Orijin.

The Tesojue crooner, posted a picture of him signing the Orijin Deal on His Instagram page.

He wrote on the picture...
"They say i be local rapper….but you know,I am the Orijinal of Orijinals.I appreciate my culture,understand my roots and create my own Orijinal beat. Proud to be ALAGA of ORIJIN,a brand that celebrates #ORIJINALITY.#BABAHAFUSA #AGA #TESOJUE."

The Orijin endorsement is his 3rd. Just last year 2014, he copped deals with Airtel and Samsung.‎

After months of refuted rumours of an affair going on between them with serious denials as well as reported bickering between Ms Banner and Flavour's baby mama, the worst has been confirmed.‎

Weeks after welcoming his first child, Nigerian singer Chinedu Okoli, better known as Flavour, is expecting another baby with another woman, a former beauty queen.

The 31-year-old highlife singer, it is being reported is set to father his second child with former Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) pageant winner Anna Ebiere Banner.

The couple, who have on several occasions been reported to be in a romantic relationship, are said to have hit it off in mid-2014 and are very fond of each other.

"You can't get Anna to stop talking about Flavour, she's madly in love with him. He's very fond of her too. They look so perfect together," a source who knows the ex-beauty queen tells Pulse.

The couple made headlines in early December when Flavour released his much talked about 'Golibe' music video which starred Anna as the lead girl. The couple got married in the storyline of the video.

In September 2014, Flavour welcomed his first child with Sandra Okagbue, an ex-Delta Soap Queen. Okagbue who delivered the baby girl in Houston, US is said to have since returned to Nigeria.

'Flavour is very much in contact with Sandra, she even pays him visits', a source close to Flavour tells Pulse.

When he was contacted, Flavour's manager who neither confirmed nor denied the story but responded by saying he was not in the place to discuss his artiste's personal life.

'That's not for me to talk about, I handle Flavour's business aspect, his personal life isn't part of that', his manager told Pulse over the telephone.

Anna Banner was not reachable as at the time of filing this report.

An angry man has flogged two lovers who were having sex in his mini-bus in Ajegunle area of Lagos State, on New Year's Day.

LEADERSHIP investigation revealed that the duo, Ben and Ajoke, were caught in the act at about 1:30am in a Volkswagen Fanagon bus at Iyalode street by the owner of the vehicle who identified himself as Bashiru.

Ben and Ajoke were said to have left the scene of a carnival on the same street and decided to have sex; unfortunately, it earned them the disgrace.

Bashiru disclosed that somebody told him that two lovers had sex in his vehicle during Christman eve celebration. The commercial driver said he had to set trap as he took the pains to wait patiently from a dark arena.

According to him, "The two lovers were standing close to the vehicle as they talked and fondled each other. I later saw the man pushing the door of the vehicle aside. I knew they were the same people. I also suspected that they wanted to have carnal knowledge in the vehicle again. So immediately they entered inside the bus, I quickly drew the attention of three strong men in my residence. We waited for some time before we struck. We beamed the torchlight and behold the two people were Unclad having sex. I decided not to take them to the police station but teach them the lesson of their lives.

"I ordered them to lie down in their Unclad state and flogged them. The man received 12 strokes while the female, six. They were the same people that did same on Christmas Day celebration," he said.‎

Chelsea's John Obi Mikel has been named the English Premier League's African Player of the Month of December. In a statement by the organisers New African Soccer, Mikel was voted and selected ahead of West Ham's Cameroonian Alex Song and Southampton striker, Senegalese Sadio Mane in a tight vote process.

Awards Director 'Tunde Adelakun in his words said
"As always, it was a difficult choice, but a lot of factors came into consideration before we selected Mikel".

"Mikel has endured a difficult start to the season, falling down the pecking order in a star-studded Chelsea team that is riding high in the Premier League. After all, we all know that no one likes changing a winning team. However, the spirit of professionalism which he displayed in waiting for his chance, and taking it well with some solid performances in a difficult month, tipped the award his way this month" Adelakun said.

Adelakun commended the level of the African performance in the English Premier League this season so far, stating that "the Africans have been a real credit to the continent, and when we watch them in the League, it is with pride'.

Former minister for state for defence and former Lagos State Governorship aspirant, Musiliu Obanikoro posted a picture of him and the PDP governorship candidate on social.

This shows Senator Obanikoro has finally made peace with Jimi Agbaje.

His posted update states...
"Having lunch with my brother Jimi Agbaje. The future of Lagos is bright"

Obanikoro has promised to work hand in hand with Agbaje to wrest power from the All Progressives Congress (APC).‎

No fewer than 13 persons were killed, while four others sustained injuries in an auto crash on the Bauchi-Jos Road, Narbodo village in Toro Local Government Area of Bauchi State.
It was further learned that the accident, which occurred around 5p.m., yesterday, involved an Opel Vectra and Toyota Sharon bus.
Eyewitnesses account revealed that the accident may have been caused by the carelessness of a motorcycle rider, who suddenly crossed the road, leading to a head-on collision of the vehicles.
Confirming the incident, Police Public Relations Officer of the Bauchi State Command, Haruna Mohammed, said: "There was a fatal motor vehicles/motorcycle accident on Sabon Garin Nabordo in Toro council of Bauchi State, involving a Black Toyota Sharon bus with number plate KTG -282-XG, conveying nine passengers from Jos heading to Bauchi, and a white Opel Vectra with number plate TRR- 355-XA, conveying seven passengers from Bauchi and heading to Jos."
According to him, the accident occurred when the motorcyclist, who without due care and attention, suddenly crossed the highway and the vehicles had a head-on collision while trying to avoid the motorcyclist.
He said: "As a result, 12 passengers and the motorcyclist died on the spot, while four others sustained various degrees of injuries."
Mohammed said Police patrol team attached to Toro Division had visited the scene and evacuated the victims to Nabordo Clinic for medical attention and post-mortem examination.
He said: "Presently, the identities of the victims are yet to be ascertained. As such, members of the public, whose relatives embarked on the journey on same route, are advised to visit the clinic for possible identification of their relatives. Investigation is on."‎

Acclaimed man of God, Apostle Johnson Suleiman has released what he believed would happen in this New Year. One of his prophecies was that 2015 election would be a replica of June 12. He said Jonathan should be prayerful as there are plans to kill him. Suleiman who head the Auchi-based Omega Fire Ministries also said the queen of England and Shehu Shagari may die.

1.There shall be harvest of testimonies for women looking for fruit of the womb.

2. President Obama needs serious prayers for his health.

3. I see a woman becoming the president of America, but her health needs attention.

4. Britain needs prayers because of her Queen.
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5. I entered the house of former president Shehu Shagari in the spirit and I saw RIP; he needs prayers.

6. There shall be agricultural boom this year.

7. I saw Catholic Reverend Fathers getting married. I saw a group rising, called "Old Catholic Church", they were on fire for God and caused a revolution.

8. Boko Haram is sponsored by two people; one is a traditional ruler and the other is a retired General.

9. Nollywood should stop Unclothedness and immoral content been shown because God is not happy.

10. Bola Tinubu, Bode George and king of Onitsha need prayers.

11. A great Pentecostal man of God been called to glory. I wept.

12. I see president Goodluck Jonathan coming back but troubles.

13. I saw people crying in the Oba of Benin's house.

14. Libyan election to be cancelled.

15. El Rufai should go and sit down. For abusing Jesus, he will not win Kaduna election.

16. Brigade Commander Aso rock should be changed.

17. Buhari's health needs attention.

18. Aminu Tambuwal, I saw him leading Sokoto State.

19. Dangote will not have it smooth this year; he will drop from Africa's richest.

20. Patience Jonathan needs serious prayers.

21. Egypt will have elections.

22. 2015 presidential election will be rigged, marred in violence and end up in court case.

23. Thank you Jesus! Finally a Christian is now the governor of Lagos state.

24. A popular Abuja pastor needs serious prayers. I saw mourning.

25. I saw the Naira falling greatly. It became N200 (two hundred naira) to 1$ (a dollar).

26. I saw Cameroonian soldiers killing Boko Haram soldiers.

27. Prophets who deceive people, collects their properties, charge money, will face great judgment this year.

28. Rochas Okorocha; I saw him moving to PDP.

29. Contrary to most prophecies, Nigeria will not break up.

30. Nigerian Government will start fighting the Gospel and men of God.

31. Military leaders will be changed.

32. There will be plan to kill Goodluck Jonathan but it will be exposed.

33. I saw governor Amosun return.

34. APC Rivers State needs to do grass root campaign because I saw the election been rigged for PDP. Prayers are needed because of so much bloodshed.

35. Three popular musicians will die; one of them is a young boy.

36. Former President Obasanjo should go and make peace with God, Nigeria is not his problem.

37. The retired Army General one of the sponsors of Boko haram, God warned him recently with his health. The next, God will take his life.

38. I saw a man win Governorship but not allowed to govern.

39. I saw attention in Delta state moved to Agbor.

40. President Gooluck Jonathan should arrest corrupt leaders. His calmness is what is empowering them to steal.

41. I saw people who resigned as ministers to contest election return back as Federal ministers.

42. I see so much food in Nigeria in 2015.

43. I saw major death in China (I saw group of kids killed)

44. A great man of God whose first name begins with 3rd letter and Surname with 15th letter needs serious prayers. I saw serious crisis and crying. Please let's pray for him.

45. Let's pray against military intervention and interim government.

46. President election inconclusive, yet Jonathan declared winner. APC Pray!

47. I don't see Buhari with credentials to vie for president.

48. Ghana economy to have terrible and serious crisis.

49. With the level of bloodshed I saw, it was better Goodluck goes now to his village quietly.

50. 2015 election is another June 12. The man who truly won will not govern or rule.

51. Arik Airline to pray against disaster.

52. I saw people crying in Alex Ekwueme's house. Why are they crying?

53. I saw upsurge around bar beach taking people's lives, water overrunning and bringing down buildings.

54. Pray against three major Air disasters between February and October.

55. I saw a king in Zulu (South Africa) taking a bow.

56. Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu needs serious prayer against mourning and death.

57. I saw Niger Delta militants become so powerful and influential in government.

58. God is not happy with Nigerian government for handling power problem.

59. Lawyers will make so much money in 2015.

60. Chief E.K, Clark should pray, not a good year for him.

61. Great men of god to rise in Namibia, Ghana, Nigeria and Europe.

The auditorium of the College of Health Sciences at the Benue State University, Makurdi, was on Sunday, gutted by fire.

The Public Relations Officer of the institution, Tse Vanger, told our correspondent that the cause of the inferno had not been ascertained, adding that the fire might have been caused by electrical fault.

It was learnt that spirited efforts of sympathisers and students prevented the fire from razing the collage building.

An eyewitness, who craved anonymity, alleged that the fire was caused by what he described as the "I don't care attitude of management," which would have been averted "if the simple right things are put in place."

The university recorded two fire incidents in 2014.‎

THE Silverbird Group has named Delta State governor, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan, as Man of the Year 2014, in appreciation of his achievements.
The state commissioner for Information, Mr Chike Ogeah, in a statement by his Special Assistant, Mr Paul Mordi ,said: "Just as he ended 2014 on a winning note, Dr Uduaghan began the new year with another award as the Silverbird Group named him its Man of the Year for 2014.
"His sterling performance in health signposted by the free medical care for children and the elderly as well as the free maternal care for pregnant women, and the micro-credit scheme where over 111,000 Deltans have been empowered to set up their own businesses, were highlighted as part of the programmes Nigerians who traditionally vote for the winner elected Uduaghan the winner."
According to Ogeah in the statement, Silverbird Group, owners of Silverbird Television network and Rhythm FM, said: "The governor's massive investment in infrastructure and his success at restoring and sustaining peace and security in the state won the admiration of Nigerians who voted for him.
"The award was decided through popular vote open to all Nigerians and is the latest in the critical appraisal of Uduaghan's administration by the media."
The award, according to Ogeah came on the heels of the three he won in the last weeks of 2014, which include The BusinessDay Governor of the Year award in health category in its Good Governance and State Competitiveness Award.
"The Pilot newspaper Governor of the Year award; the BEN Television award in micro-credit and job creation and Africa Independent Television, AIT, award as Governor of the Year.
"The award is a just reward for a man that has devoted his energy to creating a new national mentality on development through his Delta Beyond Oil initiative."‎

According to a report by SaharaReporters, Boko Haram militants may have kidnapped 18 female soldiers in Baga in Borno State, according to information from military sources. Two sources told SaharaReporters that, out of 26 female soldiers posted to the military base of the Multinational Joint Task Force, only eight have so far been accounted for.

The commander of the troops in the area, Colonel Kuti, has also not been found since the insurgents attacked the town on Saturday.Residents of Baga told our reporters that Boko Haram insurgents invaded their town and killed at least 55 people, including soldiers attached to MNJTF. Both residents and security sources said the insurgent attack lasted close to 18 hours before the Islamist terrorists overpowered the troops and seized the military base.

One military source said the attack took them by surprise. He said the troops made a gallant effort to repel the attack, but that hundreds of Islamist militants stormed the military base with high-caliber weapons. A resident revealed that the invading insurgents also burnt down parts of the fishing town.

Bukar Kaka, a fisherman who fled from the town, said no fewer than 50 villagers, including five soldiers, were killed while others sustained wounds in the attacks. He said he saw soldiers fleeing. A military source disclosed that some fleeing sources were headed for Monguno barracks near Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State.

The fisherman said Boko Haram militants sacked the troops from the barracks, with the soldiers fleeing into various locations. "A lot of us found ourselves in the bush. In fact some of them removed their uniforms," said Mr. Kaka.

A security source said the insurgent invaders also stormed other neighboring communities, shooting indiscriminately at people. He added that the militants also destroyed hundreds of houses and shops, often using fuel and other explosive devices.

In an interview with the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), Senator Maina Ma'aji Lawan confirmed the insurgents' attack on Baga and surrounding towns. He added that military troops and youth volunteers, popularly known as 'civilian JTF, had attempted to repel the onslaught, but were overpowered by the invaders.

"This is indeed a sad moment for my people who were plunged into bloodshed by the insurgents. Security forces with active support of the youth have been working hard to protect the area from several attacks in the past. But due to the large number of the terrorists and dangerous weapons they used in the latest onslaught these patriotic persons were unable to resist them," Mr. Lawan said.

"We are calling on the Federal Government to provide relief materials for the displaced persons and expedite action [to] liberate the area so that our people can return to normal life," the senator added.

Boko Haram insurgents had attacked Baga on three previous occasions over the past one year, leaving more than 300 people dead.‎

All Progressives Congress, APC, presidential candidate, General Muhammadu Buhari (rtd), has promised to provide allowances to discharged but unemployed Youth Corps members for Twelve (12) months while in the skills and entrepreneurial development programmes, if elected in 2015. There is also the pledge to provide One Meal a day for all Primary school pupils.

Buhari/Osibanjo administration also vow to create a Social Welfare Program of at least Five Thousand Naira (N5000) that will cater for the 25 million poorest and most vulnerable citizens upon the demonstration of children's enrolment in school and evidence of immunisation to help promote family stability.

"As a nation and the Sub Saharan Africa's leading energy producer, we had in the past squandered the opportunity to build functional infrastructure to better the lives of the average Nigerian. We can no longer afford this luxury of inactivity. We must revive our public and private sectors in order to provide functional services and secure the good of the individual Nigerian and his or her family," Buhari said in a document that reveals some of his plans for 2015.‎

A senior secondary school form one (SS1) student of Federal Government Girls College (FGGC), Jalingo, was on Monday apprehended for being in possession of two grenades.

The student, simply identified as Blessing, was apprehended by the school's security guards who were conducting checks on the students luggage following their resumption for the second term.

In an attempt to smuggle the bombs into the school, Blessing, who joined the school last September, concealed the bombs inside gari and it took the vigilance of the security men to detect them.

Upon the discovery, she was quickly arrested alongside her father who is said to be a retired Police Inspector from Numan in Adamawa state while the bomb disposal unit at the police headquarters was quickly called in to defuse the bombs.

Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Joseph Kwaji, said both the girl and her father are under detention while investigation is being conducted into the matter.‎