S.J News• [June 1, 2011]

S.J News• [June 1, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ FOI Bill Signed: President Jonathan signs Freedom of Information Bill (FOI) 2011 into law. EFCC v Bankole: Dimeji Bankole (House of Reps Speaker) fails to honour EFCC's invitation again over N10bn loan crisis. Shehu of Borno's Brother Shot: Suspected Boko Haram sect kills Abbah Anas Ibn Umar Garbai El-kanemi (Shehu's younger brother) in his residence @ Gangamar, Shehuri North, Maiduguri, Borno state on Monday night. New ICPC Chairman: President Jonathan appoints Francis Ugochukwu Elechi as new Independent Corrupt Practices & other related offences Commission (ICPC) chairman; Awaits Senate's confirmation. N50bn Derivation Suit: FG opts for out of court settlement with Niger Delta Monarchs; Traditional rulers demand N500bn for Niger Delta development in suit filed @ Federal High Court. Igbinedion Remanded: Federal High court, Benin strikes out suit filed against Lucky Igbinedion (erstwhile Edo Gov) by EFCC; Michael Igbinedion (younger brother) & Patrick Eboigbodin (PA) remanded in prison pending hearing of application for bail. Akingbola Remanded: EFCC finally arraigns Erastus Akingbola (Intercontinental Bank MD) & Bayo Dada on 22-count charge bordering on theft; Duo remanded in Kirikiri Maximum Prison pending hearing of bail application fixed for June 6, 2011. Poly Protest: Ibadan polytechnic closed indefinitely by management, as students protest high tuition fees. Mladic Extradited 4rm Serbia: Ratko Mladic (Bosnian Serb genocide suspect) in custody of UN war crimes tribunal in The Hague. •Football• Scholes Retires: Manchester United midfielder, Paul Scholes (36years), retires after attaining 676 appearances, 10 Premier League & 2 Champions League titles for Man U, & 66 England caps.

S.J News• [May 31, 2011]

S.J News• [May 31, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Jonathan Dissolves Cabinet: President Jonathan's Federal Executive Council dissolved on Monday. Anyim Appointed as SGF: President Jonathan appoints Sen Anyim Pius Anyim (erstwhile Senate President) as Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF); To be inaugurated 2day; Gen Andrew Azazi reappointed as National Security Adviser. Spate of Bomb Attacks: Monday explosions @ Zaria, Kaduna state & Maiduguri, Borno state; Persons injured in Zaira explosion, none in Maiduguri's; Explosion @ Zuba (FCT outskirts) on Sunday kills 2 & injures 11 others. Ebonyi ex-Govs: House of Assembly, Ebonyi passes amended State’s Specified Officers Pensions & Related Matters into law; ex-governors entitled to 2 aides, 5 securities, 4 cars, 3 chauffeurs, 3 cooks & 10% of annual pension as annual medical allowance. Oyo ex-Commisioners Face Probe: 7 commissioners of Adebayo Alao-Akala's (fmr Oyo Gov) administration to be interrogated 2day by Independent Corrupt Practices & Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over alleged corruption. NURTW Clash: No fewer than 2 persons dead & 15 others injured in Ibadan, Oyo state as violence erupts among factional members of the Oyo state council of National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW). Lagos 3rd phase Embankment: FG approves 3rd-phase embankment of Lagos shorelines; Ministry of Environment submits take-off proposal to Govt for financial back-up for project -Adeyemi Adefule (Federal Controller of Environment). Sean Kingston's Jet Ski Crash: Sean Kingston (21 years musician) & female passenger injured in Jet Ski accident; Sean Kingston is now stabilized.

S.J News• [May 30, 2011]

S.J News• [May 30, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Jonathan Sworn in: President Jonathan's oath of office taken 12:55pm & Namadi Sambo's (VP) taken 12.50pm @ Eagle Square, Abuja; 32 heads of state & 5 Nigerian ex-leaders present; Buhari & IBB absent. Bauchi Bomb Blasts: Bomb blasts in Shadawaka Army barracks (23 Artillery Brigade hq), Bauchi on Sunday kills no fewer than 4 & injures 20 others. Ogun's Free Galore: Gov Ibikunle Amosun (Ogun) declares free education (primary & secondary) & free healthcare (antenatal, under 5 years & 4rm 70 years); Gateway International Stadium, Ijebu Ode to be named after Dipo Dina (slain Ogun ACN Gov candidate); SSCE & NECO registrations to be funded by Ogun Govt. CBN v Afribank Chairman: Federal High court, Lagos restrains CBN & Sanusi Lamido Sanusi (CBN Gov) 4rm enforcing removal of Osa Osunde (Afribank Nigeria Plc Chairman. Presidential Jet Ban: FG to comply with European Aviation Safety Agency's (EASA) global ban of Falcon 7X (presidential jet) recently acquired 4rm Dessault Aviation, France. Kano Indebted: Ibrahim Shekarau (erstwhile Kano Gov) handed over a debt of over N108bn (N31.4bn foreign & N77bn local) -Gov Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso (kano). Gov Yuguda Offers N20m: Gov Isa Yuguda (Bauchi) offers N2m each to families of 10 NYSC corps members slain in post-election uproar. FIFA Bribery: Mohamed Bin Hammam & Jack Warner suspended by FIFA on Sunday over allegations of bribery.

S.J News• [May 29, 2011]

S.J News• [May 29, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Jonathan Succeeds Jonathan: President Jonathan to take Oath of Allegiance & Oath of Office @ Eagle Square, Abuja 2day as the 4th executive President of Nigeria; Inauguration of 26 governors to hold simultaneously in state capitals. Buhari to Shun Inauguration: Muhammadu Buhari (CPC presidential candidate) to shun President Jonathan's inauguration; My presence @ the ceremony would amount to conferring legitimacy on an illegitimate enterprise -Buhari. Lagos Flooding: Residents prone to flooding (June-January) in Ikosi-Ketu, Mile 12, Agiliti,Thomas Laniyan Estate, Owode Onirin, Agboyi, Owode Elede, Maidan & Isheri North Scheme, warned by Lagos state Govt to relocate. Kwara Stampede: Dr Bukola Saraki's (Kwara) valedictory party @ Mandate House, Ilorin, Kwara state causes stampede; Over 20 killed. Mimiko Commutes Sentences: Gov Olusegun Mimiko (Ondo) commutes 3 death sentences to life imprisonment & pardoned 14 others serving prison terms as gesture to mark 2011 Democracy Day. Akala Travels Abroad: Adebayo Alao-Akala takes cue 4rm Gbenga Daniel, as he boards KLM flight @ Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos few hours to inauguration of his successor, Sen Abiola Ajimobi. •Football• Champions League Final: Barcelona 3-1 Man Utd. S.J wishes y'all a splendid Democracy day.

S.J News• [May 28, 2011]

S.J News• [May 28, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ 2011 Budget Signed: President Jonathan signs 2011 Appropriation bill (N4.485trn) & Sovereign Investment Authority Bill. Tribunal Throws Out Petition: Presidential election petitions tribunal strikes out petition filed by Hope Democratic Party seeking to nullify election of President Jonathan in April 16 presidential poll; Inauguration to proceed. Ibadan Explosion: Over 20 persons burnt to death in petroleum tanker fire @ Aduloju community, Iwo-Ojoo Road, Ibadan, Oyo state on Friday. Court Restricts Akala's Severance Pay: Oyo state High court thwarts Gov Adebayo Alao-kala's (Oyo) attempt to pay severance allowance to himself & state govt officials; Court dismissed Gov Akala's stay of execution application. 137 ex-militants Sponsored: Amnesty office sponsors 137 ex-militants to Pretoria, South Africa for 6-month training in various trades. Boko Haram Attack: Suspected Boko Haram members attack police station, police barrack & First Bank in Damboa town, Borno; Policemen & civilians killed during attack. Lagos Passes Tenancy Bill: Lagos Landlords to receive only a year rent 4rm new tenants & not more than 6 months 4rm a sitting tenant (monthly); Gov Fashola's (Lagos) assent imminent. Presidential Jet Banned Worldwide: European authorities ban N7.65bn presidential jet (Falcon 7X) purchased 70 days ago 4rm France over safety issues. Ogun Gov Flies to London: Gov Gbenga Daniel (Ogun) travels to London Friday night despite May 29 swearing in of his successor, Sen Ibikunle Amosun. Paypal Sues Google: Google sued for allegedly stealing employees & trade secrets of Paypal, as Google launches new mobile payment service.

S.J News• [May 27, 2011]

S.J News• [May 27, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Edo Militants Surender: Over 536 militants 4rm Ikoro community, Ovia North East LG, Edo state surrender; Militants' commander, Abiodun Peter (aka Kabiru), appeals to FG & State Govt to bring development to Ijaw communities in Edo state. Soldiers v Police: Assistant Superintendent of Police & sole survivor of alleged attack on police by soldiers dies after hospital treatment. EFCC v El-Rufai: Nasir el-Rufai's (erstwhile FCT Minister) absence in Abuja High court makes judge rescind bail granted on self-recognition; To produce 2 sureties who must depose to an affidavit means; El-Rufai currently facing charges of abuse of office alongside 2 others. FG Compensates Julius Berger: FG to compensate Julius Berger (construction firm) with N270,070,803 for cancellation of N64bn Abuja airport 2nd runway project awarded to it -Mrs Fidelia Njeze (Aviation Minister). Fashola to Increase MegaWatts: Gov Babatunde Fashola (Lagos) to raise power supply of Lagos Island Power plant 4rm 10MW to 114MW in the next 2 years. S.J wishes y'all a Happy Children's Day

S.J News• [May 26, 2011]

S.J News• [May 26, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ 2011 Appropriation Bill: House of Reps passes amended budget; Additional N30bn added to National Assembly’s budget; Executive's budget increased by N23bn; House increases amended budget 4rm N4.407trn to N4.484trn. Presidential Tribunal Decides Tomorrow: Presidential election petition tribunal, Abuja to decide President Jonathan's & Vice-President Namadi Sambo's fate of being sworn in May 29 for 4-year term tomorrow. Fmr Bank PHB MD Released on Bail: Mr Francis Atuche (fmr Bank PHB MD) & 2 others granted bail in the sum of N50m with 2 sureties in like sum by Lagos High court for alleged theft of N11.1bn bank money. FG v Sen Igbeke: FG charges Sen Alphonsus Igbeke (rep Anambra North Senatorial district) b4 Federal High court, Abuja with forgery; Warrant of arrest earlier issued by Abuja Magistrate court rescinded. 3,779 Ex-militant Guns Destroyed: 3,779 lethal guns recovered last year 4rm ex-militants during Amnesty programme destroyed publicly in Lokpanta near Enugu, Enugu state -Godsday Orubebe (Minister for Niger Delta Affairs). Ogun's N49bn Debts: Ogun state to be left with a debt of N49,232,597,163.67 -Gov Gbenga Daniel (Ogun). New National ID Card: National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to commence nationwide registration for new national identity card in 1st week of June; National Identification Number (NIN) with unique 9-digit number to be issued to registered individuals -Mr Chris Onyemenam -(DG NIMC).

S.J News• [May 25, 2011]

S.J News• [May 25, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ EFCC Summons Bankole: Dimeji Bankole (House of Reps Speaker) summoned by EFCC over N10bn loan; To appear @ EFCC headquarters, Abuja on Thursday. Soldiers v Police: Official visits of Humphrey Abbah (Minister of Police Affairs) & Hafiz Ringim (IG of Police) to Lagos for inauguration of Integrated Digital Security Surveillance Systems Project disrupted, as soldiers kill Divisional Police Officer, Divisional Crime Officer & several others @ Badagry, Lagos. CBN's June 2012 Policy: Cash lodgments & withdrawals not limited, customers to be charged for lodgements or withdrawals beyond specified limit in a day; 12 months available for cash limit's negotiation -Sanusi Lamido Sanusi (CBN Governor). Jet Crash Kills 2: Shawa Engineering Ltd's (indigenous oil company) jet crashes while landing @ Kaduna Airport during post maintenance test flight; Kills Captain (British) & Engineer (Nigerian). FinBank MD Realeased on Bail: Lagos High court grants bail in sum of N50m each with 2 sureties in like sum to Mr Okey Nwosu (fmr FinBank MD) & 3 others standing trial for alleged theft of N10.9bn bank money; Accused barred 4rm travelling outside Nigeria; June 23, 24 & 30 fixed for trial commencement. G8 Summit: President Jonathan invited to attend 2011 G8 summit holding in Normandy, France on Thursday & Friday; 9 African countries invited to summit. Presidential Election: Petition Tribunal, Abuja orders INEC to release election materials to CPC for inspection & analysis to substantiate its claim of election being rigged. Jonathan's Cabinet: New federal cabinet to be ready 2 weeks after my inauguration -President Jonathan.

S.J News• [May 24, 2011]

S.J News• [May 24, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Presidential Inauguration: N850m earmarked for swearing-in ceremony on May 29; Over 40 heads of state expected -Yayale Ahmed (Secretary to the Govt of the Federation & Chairman of Presidential Inauguration Committee); FCT police command to deploy 15,000 personnel. New Governors’ Forum Chairman: Gov Rotimi Amaechi (Rivers) emerges new Chairman of Nigeria Governors’ Forum for 2years; Gov Bukola Saraki (Kwara Gov & Outgoing chairman) elected to represent Kwara South Senatorial district. Medical Workers Threaten Strike: Healthcare Professional Associations & Union urges President Jonathan not to sign into law Health Bill passed by National Assembly last week due to its biased contents; Threaten to embark on industrial action. NLC NEC Meeting: Nigeria Labour Congress' (NLC) National Executive Council (NEC) meeting to hold 2day; Final decision on sack of Mr John Odah (General Secretary) to be taken; Odah’s termination already ratified by NLC's Central Working Committee (CWC). Rice, Fertiliser & Sugar Importation: FG to ban importation of. rice, fertilisers & sugar by 2015 -President Jonathan. Academy to be Upgraded to University: Maritime Academy of Nigeria, Oron set to be upgraded to Maritime University -Federal Ministry of Transport. ACN Gov Candidate Arrested: Prof Steve Ugba (Benue ACN Gov Candidate) arrested by Police in Abuja; Invited alongside other ACN chieftains.

S.J News• [May 23, 2011]

S.J News• [May 23, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Governors' Forum: Governors's forum worked better with Alhaji Umaru Yar ’Adua's & President Jonathan's administration than Olusegun Obasanjo's" -Dr Bukola Saraki (Kwara Gov & Forum's Chairman). Appointment of SANs: Legal Practitioners Privileges Committee (LPPC) fixes meeting for final selection of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) for May 27. UN Sec-Gen in Abuja: Ban Ki-moon (UN Secretary General) arrives Nigeria, 4rm President Alassane Ouattara's (Ivory coast) inauguration, for a 2-day visit; Expected to leave for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. ASUU Strike: Academic Staff Union of Universities' (ASUU) indefinite industrial action imminent unless FG implements terms of Agreement reached with ASUU in 2009 -Mr James Okpiliya (ASUU UCB Chairman). Alaafin v Alao-Akala: Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III (Alaafin of Oyo) files case of contempt of court against Gov Adebayo Alao-Akala (Oyo) & Ladi Abdulsalam (Oyo Attorney-General & Commissioner for Justice); Alaafin seeks incarceration for installing Ganiyu Ajiboye as Alago Oja of Ago Oja in Oyo town, contrary to orders of 2 different courts. John Togo: Members of John Togo's (wanted Niger Delta militant) Liberation Force yet to surrender -Kingsley Kuku (SA to President Jonathan on Niger Delta); FG's Joint Task Force began manhunt of John Togo 12 days ago. •Football• EPL: Aston Villa 1-0 Liverpool; Bolton 0-2 Man City; Everton 1-0 Chelsea; Fulham 2-2 Arsenal; Man Utd 4-2 Blackpool(R); Newcastle 3-3 West Brom; Stoke 0-1 Wigan; Tottenham 2-1 Birmingham(R); West Ham(R) 0-3 Sunderland; Wolves 2-3 Blackburn. Italy: Brescia 2-2 Fiorentina; Inter Milan 3-1 Catania; Juventus 2-2 Napoli; Roma 3-1 Sampdoria; Udinese 0-0 AC Milan. S.J wishes Odunayo Falade a splendid Bday.

S.J News• [May 22, 2011]

S.J News• [May 22, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Ibori’s Wife to Refund N1.3bn: Theresa Ibori (fmr Delta first lady) appears b4 Southwark Crown Court, London; Ordered to refund £5.175m (about N1.3bn) in 1 year; Currently serving 5-year jail term for money laundering; James Ibori (husband & fmr delta Gov) awaiting trial in UK for money laundering charges. Nigerian Peace-keeping: Nigeria ranked 4th leading donor of troops for United nations' (UN) peace-keeping missions after Bangladesh, Pakistan & India -Adetokunbo Kayode (Minister of Defence); Adetokunbo Kayode (SAN) receives Okoi Arikpo Global Achievement Award organised by Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja. ACN Chairmanship Candidate Abducted: Mr Soibibo Horsfall (Rivers state ACN Chairmanship candidate for Asari Toru LG) kidnapped few hours to LG & councillorship elections in Rivers. N52m Severance Pay Denied: Lagos state House of Assembly denies reception of N52m severance package for outgoing members & N40m for returning members. Ouattara Inaugurated: Alassane Ouattara inaugurated as Ivorian President in Yamoussoukro, ivory Coast. University Of Entertainment Opens: Unveiling of Afrique Arts Academy (aka University of Entertainment) to open Friday, May 27 @ Silverbird Galleria, CBD, Abuja. Mercy Johnson Picks Wedding Date: Mercy Johnson's marriage to Odi Okojietake (Edo State-born Prince) to take place between Aug 25 & 27; AY d comedian to MC; Aso-ebi to cost N10,000. •Football• Spain: Deportivo 0-2 Valencia (Deportivo Relegated); Espanyol 2-3 Sevilla; Hercules 0-0 Sporting Gijon; Levante 1-2 Real Zaragoza; Malaga 1-3 Barcelona; Mallorca 3-4 Atletico Madrid; Osasuna 1-0 Villarreal; Racing 1-2 Athletic Bilbao; Real Madrid 8-1 Almeria; Real Sociedad 1-1 Getafe.

S.J News• [May 21, 2011]

S.J News• [May 21, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Fmr NSE DG's Removal Overturned: Prof Ndi Okereke-Onyiuke's (fmr DG, Nigeria Stock Exchange) removal by Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) overturned 10 months after by Federal High court, Lagos; N500m awarded for damages. Jonathan to Meet Sarkozy: President Jonathan to hold bilateral talks with President Nicolas Sarkozy (French President) in Yamoussoukro as part of his visit to Cote d’Ivoire. EFCC v Nwosu: Lagos State High court fixes May 24 for ruling on bail application filed by Mr Okey Nwosu (fmr Finbank MD/CEO) & 3 other associates; Arraigned by EFCC for alleged theft of N10.9 bn. Police Protest in Lagos: Over 600 Nigerian Police contingent to Liberia, Haiti & Sudan on Peace-keeping missions protest over non-payment of foreign allowances ($6,000 each) by Nigeria Police High Command, Abuja. EFCC v Atuche: Lagos High court defers ruling on bail application by Francis Atuche (erstwhile Bank PHB MD) & 2 associates till May 25; Arraigned on a 3-count charge for allegedly stealing over N11.4bn bank money between Nov 2007 & Sept 2008. Paul Unongo Suspended: PDP suspends Wantaregh Paul Unongo (elder statesman & erstwhile minister of steel) from party over alleged anti-party activities. IMF Chief Released from Jail: Dominique Strauss-Kahn (erstwhile IMF Chief) released 4rm jail on Friday after spending 4 nights under suicide watch in Rikers Island jail, New York; To be held under house arrest near ground zero; Arrested for alleged sex offences.

S.J News• [May 20, 2011]

S.J News• [May 20, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ CPC Drops Southern Leaders: CPC expels South-South, South-East & South-West stalwarts due to opposition of CPC's decision to challenge President Jonathan’s victory; Sokoto Chairman, Sokoto Secretary & Kano Chairman of CPC suspended indefinitely -Tony Momoh (CPC National Chairman). Jonathan Returns Budget: President Jonathan withholds assent to Bill; Returns Bill to National Assembly due to illegal insertion of N200bn. Bomb Explosions in Maiduguri: 3 separate bomb explosions rock Maiduguri, Borno state; Police officer & several others dead. NJC Probe: Call log exhibits @ National Judicial Council’s (NJC) probe panel authenticated by National Security Adviser (NSA); NSA Testifies b4 Justice Umaru Abdullahi panel investigating alleged judiciary corruption. BUK Expels 49 Students: 49 students expelled 4rm Bayero University Kano (BUK) due to examination malpractice; School Senate exonerates 6 others for lack of evidence. EFCC v Akingbola: EFCC petitions Justice Ibrahim Auta (Federal High court Chief Judge) over alleged roles of Justice Charles Archibong in ongoing trial of Erastus Akingbola (ex-Intercontinental Bank MD). Ajimobi Debunks Claim: Sen Abiola Ajimobi (ACN Oyo Gov-elect) denies dual citizenship of Nigeria & USA. FG Orders Slash in HHK Price: FG orders Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) & Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) to cut high cost of Household Kerosene (HHK) & increase availablability. Siasia Drops Osaze: Samson Siasia (Super Eagles Coach) drops Osaze Odemwingie (WestBrom Striker) for Argentina (Friendly) & Ethiopia (Nations Cup qualifier) matches; Shola Ameobi (Newcastle Striker) to replace Osaze. Strauss-Khan Resigns: Dominique Strauss-Kahn resigns as head of International Monetary Fund (IMF); Arrrested on Saturday in New York for alleged sex offences.

S.J News• [May 19, 2011]

S.J News• [May 19, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Senate Amends Standing Orders 2007: Experienced Senators ranked above freshers in selection of principal officers; New Senators precluded 4rm holding principal officer positions. Akingbola’s Arrest Illegal: Federal High court, Lagos declares Erastus Akingbola's (fmr Intercontinental Plc MD) & Bayo Dada's arrest & detention by EFCC as unconstitutional; Orders immediate release of accused; Joseph Daudu (NBA President & Counsel to EFCC) walks out on judge in protest against dismissal of application for stay of proceedings of the suit. PAC Dissolved: Presidential Advisory Council, Chaired by Gen T.Y Danjuma, dissolved. Alaafin v Akala: Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III (Alaafin of Oyo) advises Sen Abiola Ajimobi (Oyo Gov-elect) to review sale of Govt houses by Gov Alao-akala (Oyo). PIB Bill Causes Uproar in House: Presiding Speaker, Usman Nafada (Dep Speaker), heckled by Hon Dino Melaye (due to unpaid salaries & allowances) & Hon Independence Ogunewe (due to absence of quorum) in consideration of Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB). Oyo Gov Election Tribunal: PDP challenges Sen Abiola Ajimobi's (ACN Gov-elect) victory on grounds of dual citizenship; “Not qualified to contest due to voluntary acquisition of US citizenship, in contravention of Constitution” -PDP. Lagos HIV: 9,253 people (about 8.9% state population) tested positive to HIV in 1year -Dr Jide Idris (Lagos Commissioner for Health). Al-Qaeda Appoints Interim Chief: following death of Osama Bin Laden, Al-Qaeda appoints Saif al-Adel (Egyptian militant) as temporary leader & Mustafa al-Yemeni as head of operations.

S.J News• [May 18, 2011]

S.J News• [May 18, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ CPC v PDP: Presidential election petition tribunal holds inaugural sitting @ Abuja; CPC withdraws application filed for inspection of electoral documents for substitution on May 16. EFCC v Atuche: Francis Atuche (fmr Bank PHB MD) & 2 others arraigned b4 Lagos High court by EFCC on a 3-count charge for stealing over N11.4bn bank money; Elizabeth (Atuche's wife) arraigned on a separate 3-count charge of conspiracy & stealing. Speakership: House of Reps amends standing order & election rules of new Speaker & Dep Speaker; Open Secret Ballot system to be used, not electronic voting. N4bn Power Sub-station: FG begins construction of N4bn electricity KVA transmission sub-station in Amasiri, Afikpo North LG, Ebonyi state; 2-year completion period stipulated. House of Reps v CBN Policy: House of Reps move against daily deposit & withdrawal of N150,000 (individual) & N1m (corporate); Advocates suspension of policy. Ondo PDP Suspends Agagu: Dr Olusegun Agagu (fmr Ondo Gov) suspended 4rm PDP (Ondo Chapter) probably due to 10-man list sent to national headquarters for political appointments. Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill: House of Reps pass Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority Bill to replace Excess Crude Account; Also passed by Senate on May 11. Jonathan’s Convoy @ Uganda: President Yoweri Museveni (Uganda) apologises to foreign leaders (President Jonathan included) whose convoys were stoned @ Kampala, Uganda during his enthronement; Ruled for 25 years & sworn in for a 4th term. ETF Act Repealed, TETF Bill Passed: Senate repeals Education Trust Fund Act & replaces it with Tertiary Education Trust Fund (funds only FG-owned tertiary institutions). •Football• EPL: Man City 3-0 Stoke.

S.J News• [May 17, 2011]

S.J News• [May 17, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ FG's 30-day Plan for Cement: President Jonathan meets with major cement manufacturers @ Abuja & gives 30 days to cut market price of cement. EFCC v Akingbola: Lagos High court docks Erastus Akingbola (ex-Intercontinental Bank Plc MD) & Bayo Dada for alleged role in theft of N47.1bn bank money; Arraignment of accused on a 29-count charge stalled due to pending application for stay of proceedings; Anthonia (Akingbola’s wife) declared wanted by EFCC absent in court. N20.3bn World Bank Loan: World Bank Group converts $131m (N20.3bn) Nigerian loan between 2003 & 2010 into grant; Loan given for polio eradication. Jonathan Visits Kwara: 5,000 police deployed for president Jonathan's visit to Kwara state 2day -Kwara State Police; Jonathan to inaugurate Ilorin International Cargo Terminal Building, Mass Train Transit Scheme, Ilorin Expanded Water Works Project @ Asa-dam, Kwara College of Aviation & Kwara State University. Freezing of State Accounts: Newly elected Govs can't freeze state accounts -Mohammed Bello Adoke (AGF & Minister of Justice). Atuche Surrenders to EFCC: Francis Atuche (fmr Bank PHB CEO) surrenders to EFCC barely 48hours after declared wanted. Post-Election Violence: Over 800 people died in northern nigeria due to April 2011 presidential election results -Human Rights Watch (HRW). ICC Prosecutor Seeks Gaddafi's Arrest: Luis Moreno-Ocampo (International Criminal Court Chief Prosecutor) requests arrest warrant for Col Muammar Gaddafi (Libyan Leader), Saif (son) & brother-in-law for crimes against humanity. IMF Chief Denied Bail: Dominique Strauss-Kahn (International Monetary Fund MD) denies sex charges @ New York court yday; Refused bail.

S.J News• [May 16, 2011]

S.J News• [May 16, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ CAN Rejects Lemu: Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 Northern states & Abuja kick against appointment of Sheikh Ahmed Lemu as Chairman of 22-man panel constituted by FG to probe post-election violence in some northern states. Alao-Akala Invites Ajimobi: Gov Adebayo Alao-Akala (Oyo) invites Sen Abiola Ajimobi (Oyo Gov-elect) to inauguration of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital & Health Sciences, Ogbomoso, Oyo, scheduled for Friday. Kogi House of Assembly: Activities stalled @ Assembly by staff union as they embark on indefinite industrial action to demand immediate implementation of legislative duty allowance. NYSC Call-Up Letters: Call-up letters of Prospective NYSC corps members to bear photographs -Brig Gen Maharazu Tsiga (DG NYSC). Wife to Uduaghan's SSA Rescued: State Security Service (SSS) rescue abducted wife of Sheriff Oborovwori (SSA on Land Security) after 5days @ Okpare village, Ughelli South LG, Delta. IMF Chief Faces Sex Charges: International Monetary Fund (IMF) head & potential candidate for 2012 French presidency, Dominique Strass-Kahn, charged with attempted rape & criminal sex act on a 32-year-old lady in New York, US; Strauss-Kahn arrested on Air France flight at JFK Airport. •Football• EPL: Arsenal 1-2 Aston Villa; Birmingham 0-2 Fulham; Chelsea 2-2 Newcastle; Liverpool 0-2 Tottenham; Wigan 3-2 West Ham (West Ham Relegated). Spain: Barcelona 0-0 Deportivo; Real Zaragoza 1-0 Espanyol; Valencia 0-0 Levante; Villarreal 1-3 Real Madrid. Italy: Catania 2-1 Roma; Fiorentina 1-1 Bologna; Napoli 1-1 Inter Milan; Parma 1-0 Juventus.

S.J News• [May 15, 2011]

S.J News• [May 15, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ $8m to Refurbish Warship: Refurbishment of the 378-ft NNS Thunder F90 (formerly CGC CHASE) underway & to gulp $8m - Commodore Sylvanius Chinueuba (Commander of Fleet Support Group, Nigerian Navy); Warship transferred to Nigerian Navy by US Coast Guard on Friday @ California, US. PDP BoT's Chairmanship: Ibrahim Babangida (ex-Military President) debunks speculation on bid for PDP Board of Trustees (BoT) Chairmanship through Kassim Afegbua (spokesperson); Olusegun Obasanjo's (BoT Chairman) tenure to end next year. EFCC v Akingbola: Federal High Court orders immediate release of Erastus Akingbola (fmr Intercontinental MD) on bail 4rm EFCC's custody; Further hearing adjourned till May 18. Ohakim as Minister: League of Okigwe Professionals in Owerri, Imo state urge President Jonathan not to appoint Outgoing Gov, Ikedi Ohakim (Imo), as Minister. US Visa Lottery Cancelled: Results of 2012 DV lottery posted on website voided due to computer glitch; Results of new selection process to be available on website on or about July 15, 2011. Haiti’s New President: Rene Preval (outgoing presido) transfers presidential sash to Michel Martelly (new president); Oath of office taken on Saturday. New Visafone CEO: Mr Ramachandran Balachandran (outgoing CEO) replaced by Sailesh Iyer (New MD/CEO), following recent acquisition of Multilinks by Visafone; Mr Parag Sen now new Chief Marketing Officer. •Football: FA Cup: Man City 1 - 0 Stoke. EPL: Blackburn 1-1 Man Utd (Man Utd wins League); Blackpool 4-3 Bolton; Sunderland 1-3 Wolves; West Brom 1-0 Everton. Italy: AC Milan 4-1 Cagliari; Lazio 4-2 Genoa. WAFU Cup final: Nigeria 2-3 Togo.

S.J News• [May 14, 2011]

S.J News• [May 14, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ N500m for Jonathan’s Inauguration: FG earmarks N500m for inauguration ceremony of President Jonathan as president; Lula Da Silva (fmr Brazilian president) to give inaugural lecture on May 27, 2011 in Abuja. Senate Presidency: North Central Senators endorse Sen David Mark (Senate president) for 4years in 7th session; Kwara Senators absent; No fewer than 77 senators across 6 geopolitical zones endorse David Mark. Akingbola’s Wife & Atuche Declared Wanted: EFCC declares Anthonia Akingbola (wife of fmr Intercontinental Bank MD) wanted over alleged theft of over N47bn 4rm Intercontinental Bank; Francis Atuche (fmr Bank PHB MD) & Ugo Anyanwu (Bank PHB ex-Chief Financial Officer) also wanted for stealing over N8.6bn 4rm Bank PHB. 2 Policemen Killed in Suleja: 2 anonymous gunmen kill 2 policemen attached to Mohammed Umar Maddalla's (Suleja LG Chairman) residence in Suleja, Niger state. Account Freezing in Imo: Imo Govt criticizes Rochas Okorocha's (Govt-elect) directive to State Govt's bankers not to honour cheques 4rm current Govt until after May 29, 2011 handover. Taliban Reprisal Attack: Taliban suicide bombers' attack on paramilitary police in Pakistan to avenge Osama Bin Laden's death kills 80 persons. Nigeria Renames US Warship: Warship donated by United States Coast Guard to the Nigerian Navy renamed 'NNS Thunder F90' @ Friday's transfer ceremony held @ Coast Guard Island, Alameda, Califonia, US.

S.J News• [May 13, 2011]

S.J News• [May 13, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Mob Hurls Stone @ Jonathan: President Jonathan's convoy stoned by crowd in Kampala, Uganda after Yoweri Museveni's (been in power since 1986 & sworn in for 4th time) inauguration. House Exonerates Dimeji Bankole: House of Reps pardon Dimeji Bankole (House of Reps Speaker) over allegations of financial misappropriation; Bankole presides over plenary in closed door session. South-West PDP Endorses Ajibola: PDP South-West caucus adopts Hon Ajibola for 7th session of National Assembly; Resolution reached during closed door meeting @ Olusegun Obasanjo's (erstwhile president) residence. Legislative Probe: Sen David Mark (Senate president) directs Senate Committee on Ethics & Privileges to investigate newspaper allegation of federal lawmakers' reception of N2.5bn bribe for passage of Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) & Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill. SAN Award Adjourned: Legal Practitioners Privileges Committee adjourns appointment of new Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs), scheduled for Thursday, indefinitely due to death of Mrs Victoria Katsina-Alu (CJN's wife). INEC Officer Loses Life: INEC officer in charge of Maru LG (Mallam Sada Soba) slumps & dies few hours to presentation of Certificate of Return to Gov-elect & some members of federal & state legislature of Zamfara. US Donates Warships to Nigeria: United States to donate 2 warships as part of military assistance to Nigeria & to boost monitoring of Gulf of Guinea, on Friday in California, USA. APGA to Accept FG Appoointments: All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) party members permitted to accept appointment 4rm PDP's Federal Government -Victor Umeh (APGA National Chairman).

S.J News• [May 12, 2011]

S.J News• [May 12, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Bankole’s N10bn Loan: Dimeji Bankole (House of Reps Speaker) escapes suspension, as Hon Dino Melaye moves to probe N10bn loan allegation; 24 hours ultimatum given; 2nd quarter allocation of 360 members & emolument of 11 re-admitted legislators withheld by UBA due to indebtedness. Senate Standing Order: Amendment proposed by Sen Teslim Folarin (Senate Leader) bars newly-elected Senators 4rm being presiding officers; Ranking of Senators (i) returning Senators (ii) fmr House Reps (iii) fmr State Assembly members. Oyo N18,000 Minimum Wage: Gov Adebayo Alao-Akala (Oyo) approves N18,000 payment for Oyo workers. Most Wanted Criminal: Police arrests Emmanuel Nnamdi Ebulu aka Stone (32 years) alongside accomplice after Akwa Ibom robbery. Tanker Explosion: Explosion on Lagos-Ibadan expressway kills 2 persons & injures 1, as Petrol tanker collides with 2 other parked ones @ Mowe, Lagos-Ibadan Express-Way; Vehicular movement halted. N24.4bn Scam: Federal High court, Abuja sends Dr Hassan Lawal (fmr Minister of Works) back to prison custody, pending determination of bail application; Initial 25-count charge pruned down to 23. •Football• Spain: Almeria 0-0 Villarreal; Espanyol 2-2 Valencia; Hercules 2-2 Mallorca (Hercules Relegated); Levante 1-1 Barcelona (Barcelona wins League); Osasuna 3-2 Sevilla; Real Sociedad 2-1 Real Zaragoza.

S.J News• [May 11, 2011]

S.J News• [May 11, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Post-election Violence: 20-man Judicial Commission of Inquiry to be inaugurated 2day; N5m compensation each for families of 10 slain NYSC corps members & employment of 1 graduate sibling to Federal Civil Service; Injured NYSC corps members to get federal jobs on completion of service -President Jonathan. EFCC v Akingbola: Arraignment of Erastus Akingbola (fmr Intercontinental Bank MD) & Anthonia (wife) on a fresh 29-count charge fail to hold for 2nd time @ Lagos High court due to his late arrival. Yuguda Sacks Political Appointees: Gov Isa Yuguda (Bauchi) sacks all aides (about 1,040) with effect 4rm May 16, 2011. $180m Halliburton Scam: EFCC files fresh charges against ex-aide of Obasanjo (erstwhile president) @ Federal High court, Abuja; Adjourned till June 22. Obasanjo's 3rd Term Bid: "Each National Assembly member (109+360) was offered N50m" -Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa & Sen Lawal Shuabu. N75.7bn Embezzlement: Dr Hassan Muhammad Lawal (fmr Minister of Works) & 15 others to be arraigned @ Federal High court, Abuja 2day on a 25-count criminal charge. Ekiti N5.4bn Embezzlement: Contracts/Consultancy Review Committee set up by Ekiti Govt indicts Segun Oni (ousted Gov) for defrauding Ekiti of N5.4bn in award of 11 contracts during 3½-year tenure. Skype Takeover: Microsoft confirms Skype takeover; To pay $8.5bn (£5.2bn) to acquire Skype. •Football• EPL: Man City 1-0 Tottenham. Spain: Deportivo 2-1 Athletic Bilbao; Malaga 2-0 Sporting Gijon; Racing 2-1 Atletico Madrid; Real Madrid 4-0 Getafe.

S.J News• [May 10, 2011]

S.J News• [May 10, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Post-election Violence: FG constitutes 22-member panel to investigate Akwa Ibom's pre-election violence & civil unrest in northern states due to presidential election results; Sheikh Ahmed Lemo as panel chairman & retired supreme court justice, Samson Uwaifo, as vice chairman. Yuguda's 72-hour Ultimatum: National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) issues 72-hour ultimatum to Gov Isa Yuguda (Bauchi) to retract statement on death of 9 NYSC corps members during post-presidential election crisis in Bauchi. EFCC v Akingbola: EFCC to arraign Erastus Akingbola (fmr Intercontinental Bank Plc CEO) & Anthonia (wife) 2day on a 29-count charge before a Lagos High court; Despite facing corruption & money laundering charges, Akingbola re-arrested by EFCC for allegedly stealing about N47.1bn 4rm Intercontinental Bank. Niger Election Tribunal: 5 petitions (1 Senate & 4 House of Reps) filed @ Niger state election tribunal thus far -Barrister Elise Akpaipio (Niger election tribunal secretary). Al-Mustapha: Lagos High court fixes May 31, 2011 to rule on application filed by prosecution to re-open case against Maj Hamza Al-Mustapha (fmr CSO to late Sani Abacha) & 2 others facing criminal trial over alleged involvement in murder of Kudirat Abiola. Petrol Tanker Explosion: Petrol tanker explodes @ PPMC loading depot, Effurun, Delta state; 2 persons killed. Alao-Akala v Ajimobi: Gov Adebayo Alao-Akala (Oyo) not to renege on N18,000 minimum wage promise to Oyo workers, as opposed by Sen Abiola Ajimobi (Oyo Gov-elect); “Oyo state workers will enjoy minimum wage of N18,000 4rm May 1, 2011 & it is their right to reject the offer” -Gov Akala (Oyo). •Football• EPL: Fulham 2-5 Liverpool. Italy: Juventus 2-2 Chievo. "Many months as a foetus, few months with 4 Legs, right now with 2 Legs & even with 3 Legs, She's been with me, so love ur mama..." -S.J.

S.J News• [May 9, 2011]

S.J News• [May 9, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Election Tribunal: CPC seeks cancellation of April 16 presidential poll & rerun in 20 states. CJN Escapes Death: Justice Aloysius Katsina-Alu (CJN) loses wife, Victoria Mimi (53yrs), as tree fell on them @ their Alu village, Ushongo LG, Benue state residence; CJN sustained injury. Igbinedion Denies Bribe Allegation: Lucky Igbinedion (erstwhile Edo Gov) denies paying N10bn bribe to judge, as alleged by EFCC. Bauchi Supplementary Eleection: PDP wins all 4 seats for state House of Assembly in supplementary elections held in Ningi & Misau LG, Bauchi. Ajimobi v Alao-Akala: Sen Abiola Ajimobi (Oyo Gov-elect) warns Gov Adebayo Alao-Akala (Oyo) against approving new minimum wage for Oyo workers, as his tenure is almost elapsed. Defence Minister's Suspension: PDP National Secretariat declares suspension of Adetokunbo Kayode (Defence Minister) 4rm Ondo PDP as illegal; Minister suspended for allegedly conniving with Labour Party (LP) during general elections. OAU's New Vice Chancellor: 14 of 22 professors make interview for Obafemi Awolowo University's new VC; Candidates to face 5-man panel headed by Sen Olu Alabi (Governing Council Chairman) 2moro; Prof Michael Faborode's (incumbent VC) tenure to end June 23, 2011. Deportees now Flown to Ilorin: FG directs flying of Nigerian deportees directly to Ilorin airport for security reasons. ACN Denies Ministerial Slots: Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) denies allocation of slots in President Jonathan's proposed cabinet, & ready to reject such overtures. •Football• EPL: Man Utd 2-1 Chelsea; Stoke 3-1 Arsenal; Wolves 3-1 West Brom. Spain: Barcelona 2-0 Espanyol; Mallorca 0-0 Villarreal; Real Zaragoza 1-3 Osasuna. Italy: Bologna 0-0 Parma; Brescia 1-2 Catania (Brescia Relegated); Inter Milan 3-1 Fiorentina.

S.J News• [May 8, 2011]

S.J News• [May 8, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Okorocha Declared Winner: Owelle Rochas Okorocha (APGA) declared winner of Imo Gov election by INEC; Total votes of 750,955; Okorocha (APGA) polls 336,859; Ikedi Ohakim (PDP) polls 290,496 & Sen Ifeanyi Araraume (ACN) polls 107,068 votes. EFCC Probes Judge: Mrs Farida Waziri (EFCC Chairman) orders immediate probing of a Federal High court Judge allegedly paid N10bn to pervert course of justice in the ongoing trial of Lucky Igbinedion (fmr Edo Gov); Igbinedion & associates recently charged for allegedly stealing N25bn public funds between 1999 & 2007. Jonathan v Buhari: In response to petition lodged @ presidential election petition tribunal by CPC, Jonathan campaign team set to challenge Muhammadu Buhari (CPC candidate) with allegation of 6 million fraudulently obtained votes 4rm 12 million votes credited for CPC. 2011 UTME: Joint Admissions & Matriculation Board (JAMB) extends deadline for closure of registration website 4rm May 6, 2011 to 12am on May 9,2011 due to complaints of inability to complete registration for 2011 University Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). US Releases Bin Laden Video: ”Message to the American People” video released by US with no audio; Seized during raid on Bin Laden’s Abbottabad, Pakistan, hideout. FG Earmarks N200bn: FG earmarks N200bn for 36 states & FCT under the Commercial Agricultural Farmers scheme; 40% to be distributed to State Govts & 60% @ federal level. •Football• EPL: Aston Villa 1-1 Wigan; Bolton 1-2 Sunderland; Everton 2-1 Man City; Newcastle 2-1 Birmingham; Tottenham 1-1 Blackpool; West Ham 1-1 Blackburn. Spain: Athletic Bilbao 3-2 Levante; Atletico Madrid 0-3 Malaga; Getafe 2-0 Almeria (Almeria Relegated); Hercules 2-3 Racing; Sevilla 2-6 Real Madrid; Sporting Gijon 2-2 Deportivo; Valencia 3-0 Real Sociedad. Italy: Palermo 2-1 Bari; Roma 0-0 AC Milan (AC Milan wins League).

S.J News• [May 7, 2011]

S.J News• [May 7, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Imo Supplementary Elections: Supplementary gubernatorial election fail to hold in Oguta LG due to late arrival of election materials while elections held in 3 other LGAs (Ngor/Okpala, Ohaji/Egbema & Mbatoli), & 1 ward (Orji ward,Owerri North LG). CPC Heads for Tribunal: Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) files preliminary application @ National Election Tribunal, Abuja for invalidation of President Jonathan's victory in April 16 elections; Seeks release of certain election documents & election personnel. Kwara Election Tribunal: 3 election petitions challenge results of April 9 National Assembly elections, as ACN Kwara Central Sen district candidate files 1st; 2nd filed by ACN Kwara South Sen district candidate & CPC Kwara Central Sen district candidate files 3rd. Ouattara Sworn in: Ivory Coast president-elect, Alassane Ouattara, sworn in as president on Friday after months of supremacy battle with defiant erstwhile president, Laurent Gbagbo. Bauchi Attack: Bauchi police confirms 16 death & 20 burnt houses during attack on Kurum village, Bogoro LG, Bauchi by some gunmen on Wednesday. Kano Election Tribunal: 8 petitions received challenging outcome of April 9th National Assembly elections in 1 Senatorial district & 7 Federal Constituencies in Kano. Al-Qaeda Confirms Death: Al-Qaeda confirms killing of Osama Bin Laden in Abbottabad, Pakistan. Shell Loses Land Dispute: Shell loses appeal against Federal High Court, Port Harcourt's ruling on ownership of land for Bonny Export Terminal, Bayelsa; Shell to appeal judgment @ Supreme court.

S.J News• [May 6, 2011]

S.J News• [May 6, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Imo Supplementary Election: INEC to hold elections in 4 LGAs (Ngor-Okpalla, Mbaitoli, Oguta & Egbema) & Orji ward in Owerri North LG 2day, following inconclusive April 26th Gov election; 10,000 police deployed. Jonathan Extols Yar’Adua: President Jonathan marks 1year as President & pays tribute to his predecessor, late Umaru Musa Yar’Adua. Bauchi Member-elect Remanded: Chief Magistrate’s court, Bauchi remands member-elect for Bauchi state House of Assembly, Toro LG under the auspices of CPC, & 9 others over attempt to commit culpable homicide. ASUU v Edo Govt: Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Ambrose Alli University chapter issues 7-day ultimatum to Edo Govt to recall Prof Sam Uniamikogbo (sacked VC); Sack of vice-chancellor illegal -ASUU. Imo West Senatorial District: Supreme court declares Hope Uzodinma as authentic PDP candidate for Imo West Senatorial seat; Sets aside Court of Appeal affirmation of Sen Osita Izunaso as PDP candidate. Lagos Model Colleges Admission: Screening test for admission into Lagos model colleges/upgraded Junior Secondary Schools for 2011/2012 academic session to hold 2moro @ designated centres. ProShare MD Wanted: Police declares Proshare Managing Director wanted for allegedly threatening & demanding N50m ransom 4rm Femi Otedola (Oil Mogul). Election Petition Cost: Emmanuel Rukari (Port-Harcourt based lawyer) challenges N400,000 cost of election tribunals @ Federal High court, Abuja.

S.J News• [May 5, 2011]

S.J News• [May 5, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ ACN & CPC Reject Unity Govt: Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) & Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) reject Govt of National Unity (GNU) proposal 4rm President Jonathan. Obama Congratulates Jonathan: Barack Obama (US President) congratulates President Jonathan on April 16 electoral victory & condemns post-election violence. EFCC v Akingbola: Arraingnment of Erastus Akingbola (Intercontinental Bank Plc CEO) on fresh charges of money laundering foiled. Nigerian Insurance Doyen Dead: Insurance Doyen, Mr Talabi Adebayo Braithwaite (CON), dies @ 82 in a London Hospital after brief illness. FEC Approves N45.9bn: Federal Executive Council (FEC) sets aside N22.3bn for enhancement of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja & Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano, & N23.6bn for engineering infrastructure in Maitama extension district, FCT. Abia Gov: Court of Appeal, Abuja grants accelerated hearing in appeal to set aside Federal High court judgment declaring Gov Theodore Orji (Abia) as PDP Gov candidate; Ikechi Emenike also emerged PDP Gov candidate in parallel primary election. Photos of Osama: Photographs of killing & burial of Osama bin Laden (Al Qaeda leader) to be withheld; Decision to prevent incitation of violence & national security risks for the US -President Barack Obama (US). Oyo's Amended Law: Royal fathers of Oyo state Council of Obas & Chiefs pledge loyalty to Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III (Alaafin of Oyo), who lost suzerainty; Leadership of the traditional council to be rotated among Alaafin, Soun of Ogbomosoland & Olubadan of Ibadanland. •Football• Champions League: Man Utd 4-1 Schalke 04 (agg 6-1). In remembrance of Umaru Musa Yar'Adua (16/08/1951–5/05/2010), Erstwhile President of Nigerian, RIP.

S.J News• [May 4, 2011]

S.J News• [May 4, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Obas’ Council Chairmanship: Oyo state House of Assembly reverses status of Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III, as permanent chairman of the state Council of Obas; Office shall now become rotational. EFCC v Akingbola & ex-bank Chiefs: Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to arraign fmr Intercontinental Bank Plc CEO, Dr Erastus Akingbola, over fresh N47.1bn money laundering charges, erstwhile Afribank Plc MD & fmr Finbank Plc MD for fresh corruption charges 2day. 3.2kg Cocaine Uncovered: 45-year-old suspected drug syndicate & single mum of 2 nabbed with 3.2kg high grade drugs with estimated street value of N30m concealed in candles @ Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos by National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) during inward screening of passengers 4rm Brazil. Antimalaria Drugs: World Health Organisation (WHO), National Malaria Control Programme & Federal Ministry of Health denies ban of Amalar tablets & other antimalarial drugs composed of sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP). Kwankwaso Sets up Transition Committee: Kano state Gov-elect, Dr Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, inaugurates 23 sub-transition committee for incoming administration. Kwara Central Senatorial District: Federal High court, Abuja fixes May 25, 2011 for hearing in suit challenging nomination of Dr Bukola Saraki as PDP candidate for Kwara Central Senatorial District in the last National Assembly election. •Football• Champions League: Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid (agg 3-1).

S.J News• [May 3, 2011]

S.J News• [May 3, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Jonathan's Affirmative Action: President Jonathan reiterates 35% representation of women in his administration. National Assembly Resumes: Last lap of 6th legislative session of National Assembly begins 2day; Lawmakers been on recess since March 17 due to election participation; April 19 resumption shifted to May 3 due to re-ordering of elections. INEC Spends N750m: Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) spends N750m as legal fees to contest tenure elongation suit against 5 Govs & to defend purchase of 132,000 Direct Data Capture (DDC) machines. N4.9tn Budget Bill: House of Reps set to review N4.9 trillion 2011 appropriation bill passed in March by both chambers. Hike in Fuel Price: NNPC dismisses rumours of FG's plan to hike Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) fuel price; NNPC has over 39 days sufficiency of PMS & other petroleum products in stock -NNPC. Slain NYSC Members: "I was misquoted over statement on 9 slain NYSC corps members in Bauchi" -Gov Isa Yuguda (Bauchi); Yuguda reported to have attributed death of NYSC members to destiny, adding that he faced such attacks while serving as an NYSC member in Oyo State in 1979. Nigeria's Security on Red Alert: FG beefs security @ US embassies due to fear of reprisal attacks on United States' facilities following killing of Osama Bin Laden by US Forces in Abbottabad, Pakistan. Prophet Elijah Akinade's Burial: Burial date for late General Overseer of Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Lion of Judah, Prophet Elijah Olufemi Akinade, scheduled for May 27, 2011; 1-week burial arrangement to hold between May 23 & May 27. Akwa Ibom Elections: ACN gathers over 68 constitutional lawyers in Akwa Ibom state to contest results of April 2011 elections in election tribunal -Sen John James Akpanudoedehe (ACN Gov candidate). •Football• Spain: Espanyol 2-1 Athletic Bilbao. Italy: Lazio 0-1 Juventus.

S.J News• [May 2, 2011]

S.J News• [May 2, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Jonathan to Elected Officials: President Jonathan congratulates elected Govs, Legislators & urges them to display magnanimity. Senator-elect Advocates Pay Reduction: Ekiti North Senator-elect, Olu Adetumbi (ACN), calls for reduction of federal lawmakers' remuneration. Election Petition Tribunals: Election petition tribunals to begin sitting across states this week; Chairmen & members appointed by Justice Ayo Isa Salami (Court of Appeal president). Prophet Akinade Dead: General Overseer of Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Lion of Judah, worldwide, Prophet Elijah Olufemi Akinade, dies @ 55yrs on April 30. ACN Suspends Chairman: Akwa Ibom ACN suspends Aniekan Akpan (state Chairman) for congratulating Gov Godswill Akpabio (PDP) & accepting Akwa Ibom gubernatorial election result. Imo Elections: INEC deploys 4 Resident Electoral Commissioners to Imo for conduct of May 6 supplementary elections in 4 LGs & 1ward. Oyo's 15 & 22-man Transition Committee: Abiola Ajimobi (ACN Gov-elect) alerts on treasury looters as Gov Akala's outgoing administration raises 21-man committee to liaise with Abiola Ajimobi's 15-man committee. Osama Bin Laden Dead: Mastermind of Sept 11, 2001 terrorist attack on USA & Al-Qaeda leader, Osama Bin Laden, killed by US forces in a mansion outside Islamabad, Pakistan -Barack Obama (US president). Big Brother House: Big Brother Africa 6th season (The Amplified Edition) begins; Malvina Longpet & Karen Igho represents Naija. •Football• EPL: Arsenal 1-0 Man Utd; Birmingham 1-1 Wolves; Liverpool 3-0 Newcastle; Man City 2-1 West Ham. Spain: Almeria 0-1 Sevilla; Osasuna 1-0 Valencia; Villarreal 2-1 Getafe. Italy: AC Milan 1-0 Bologna; Fiorentina 5-2 Udinese. AYC U-20: Nigeria 3-2 Cameroon.