S.J News• [Oct 1, 2011]

S.J News• [Oct 1, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ NYSC: Passing-out Parade (POP) for outgoing Batch C corps members on October 4 cancelled -Brig Gen Nnamdi Okorie-Affia (NYSC DG). Security: 6 suspected Boko Haram members arraigned on 5-count charge of terrorism @ Federal High court, remanded; Accused pleaded not guilty to charges. Pfizer: Pfizer pharmaceutical compensates 4 Trovan victims in Kano state with $463,750 (N71.69m) after DNA test. Presidential Election Tribunal: PDP files over 100 witnesses; We are undaunted by number of witnesses -CPC; Tribunal adjourned till October 4, 2011. Rivers Commissioners: Gov Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi (Rivers) swears in 9 more; Commissioners now 24. Operation Rescue Imo: Gov Rochas Okorocha (Imo) launches 100 security vehicles as measure to curtail crime. ACF to FG: Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) seeks implementation of panel reports on Boko Haram, Jos crisis & other ethno-religious crises. Al-Awlaki Killed: American al-Qaeda cleric, Anwar al-Awlaki (40yrs), killed in Jawf Province, Yemen on Friday by drone strike. Green to White: Get Fed with the Word & preach Peace; S.J wishes y'all a splendid Independence.

S.J News• [Sept 30, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 30, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ NBA: Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) names 12-member committee for review of the 1999 Constitution & electoral laws. NDDC: 12 Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) officials arraigned on Thursday before Code of Conduct Tribunal, Abuja; Accused pleaded not guilty. House of Reps: Aminu Tambuwal (Speaker, House of Reps) inaugurates 89 standing & special committees. Extraordinary Meeting: Finbank & First City Monument Bank (FCMB) shareholders approve merger; CBN deadline for recapitalisation is September 30. Strike: Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) & Non-Academic Staff Union of Universities (NASU) to begin 7-day warning strike on Monday. Recapitalisation: Sterling Bank gets shareholders approval to acquire Equitorial Trust Bank (ETB). Tax Policy: National Association of General Medical & Dental Practitioners of Nigeria, Ogun chapter gives Gov Ibikunle Amosun (Ogun) 21-day ultimatum to reverse `killing' tax.

S.J News• [Sept 29, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 29, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ National ID Card: Federal Executive Council (FEC) approves N30.066bn for Unified Identity Management System; Implementation starts immediately till 2013. MEND: Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta threatens to bomb Eagle Square, Abuja again on October 1 (51st anniversary); Press statement released by Jomo Gbomo (spokesman). CPC Legislators: National Assembly Election Petition Tribunal, Katsina nullifies election of 2 Senators & 8 House of Reps members; Orders INEC to conduct fresh elections within 90 days. Minimum Wage: Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Bayelsa issues 7-day ultimatum to state Govt to implement N18,000 minimum wage or face industrial action. IMT: National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) withdraws accreditation of National Diploma (ND) & Higher National Diploma (HND) @ Institute of Management Technology (IMT), Enugu -Dr Masa’ud Kazaure (NBTE Executive Secretary). House of Reps: National & State Assembly Election Petition Tribunal, Kano nullifies election of Surajo Harisu (PDP; Dambatta/Makoda Federal Constituency); Badamasi Ayuba (ANPP) declared winner. Jigawa: State Govt agrees to pay N18,000 minimum wage 4rm April; Payment to start 4rm October. PHCN: Prof Bart Nnaji (Minister of Power) directs management of the 18 successor-companies of PHCN to start payment of 50% salary increase to staff 4rm September.

S.J News• [Sept 28, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 28, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ ACN to Jonathan: Nigerians yearn for good & purposeful governance; "...Mr President, it does not take a lion, dictator, or a Pharaoh to do this’’ -ACN. ABSU Rape: National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) submits gang-rape report to Mr Bolaji Abdullahi (Minister of Youth Development). Amnesty: ex-militants protest against non-payment of allowance by FG; Entrance of Osubi Airport, Delta state blocked. Presidential Election Tribunal: INEC to close defence in petition filed by CPC against President Jonathan's victory in April 16 election. Ondo Commissioners: Ondo State House of Assembly confirms 16 commissioner-nominees presented by Gov Olusegun Mimiko (Ondo). Tinubu's Trial: Prosecution of Sen Bola Ahmed Tinubu (ACN leader; fmr Lagos Gov) not politically motivated -Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB). ICRC Annual Report: President Jonathan receives annual report of Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC); Commission led by Ernest Shonekan. Boko Haram: Foreigners involved in training, funding & equipment used by sect -Gen Azubike Ihejirika (Chief of Army Staff). ex-Gov's Interment: Family of late Kolapo Ishola (fmr Oyo Gov) rejects Oyo Govt's financial offer for burial; Request never made by -family. No Homo: Senate to outlaw same sex marriage; Bill unanimously supported @ plenary. S.J wishes Engr Lolu Oyebola a splendid Bday.

S.J News• [Sept 27, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 27, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ CJN: President Jonathan swears in Justice Dahiru Musdapher as Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). Security Panel: Presidential Committee on Security Challenges, headed by Amb Usman Gaji Galtimari, submits report; Recommends dialogue & negotiation with Boko Haram. Perm Sec to Head: President Jonathan approves appointment of Mr I.B Sali as new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation; Prof Oladapo Afolabi (Incumbent) to retire on September 29 as he attains 35 years of civil service. Post-Presidential Election: Gov Patrick Ibrahim Yakowa (Kaduna) issues N100,000 cheques to internally displaced persons; Aliko Dangote donates N364.7m to internally displaced in Kaduna, Gombe & Bauchi states. Water Scarcity: Bauchi Govt earmarks N735m for construction of 57 boreholes -Aminu Aliyu Gital (GM, State Water Board). Kano Rape: Kano state police apprehends 3 suspects for allegedly raping female National Youths Service Corps (NYSC) member. JAMB: Only 60,000 out of 498,00 candidates have gained admission -Prof Dibu Ojerinde (JAMB Registrar). Bichi Federal Constituency: Election petition's tribunal, Kano nullifies election of Lawal Shehu (House of Reps, ANPP); Orders fresh election within 3 months by INEC. Illegal Bunkering: Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), shut in 25,000 bpd of oil production 4rm Imo River Field due to illegal bunkering & refining activities. SIM Registration: Nigerian Communication Commission's (NCC) SIM (Subscriber Identification Modules) registration deadline for telecom subscribers is September 28, 2011 (TOMORROW).

S.J News• [Sept 26, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 26, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Jonathan to Critics: “I don’t need to be like Nebuchadnezzar, David or other great men to change this country, but with your prayers, I can change this nation...". ASUU Strike: Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) begins 1-week nationwide warning strike 2day; Seeks implementation of 2009 ASUU/FG agreement. CBN Gov: Sanusi Lamido Sanusi (CBN Gov) wins 2011 Central Bank Gov of the Year Award for Sub-Saharan Africa for 2nd consecutive year. World Bank Loan: FG to secure $550m loan 4rm World Bank to boost Agriculture; Negotiations underway -Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (Finance Minister). ex-Gov's Interment: Gov Abiola Ajimobi (Oyo) approves N30m for burial of late Kolapo Ishola (erstwhile Oyo Gov). Mark's Convoy: Sen David Mark (Senate President) loses chauffeur, as cement-laden truck rams into Abuja-bound convoy @ Otukpo, Benue state; 2 others injured. Anyim's Removal: South-East zone of PDP refutes plot to oust Anyim Pius Anyim (Secretary to the FG) 4rm office. BEDC: 180 power substations vandalised within last 6 months in Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN), Benin Zone -Mr Effiong Umoren (CEO, Benin Electricity Distribution Company). Tinubu's Trial: Trial of Bola Tinubu (fmr Lagos Gov) is PDP's agenda to turn Nigeria to a 1-party state -Conference of Nigerian Political Parties (CNPP). 66th Edition: Heartland FC (Owerri) defeats Enyimba FC (Aba) 1–0 to win 2011 Federation Cup @ Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos; Cup eluded Heartland FC since 1988 victory.

S.J News• [Sept 25, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 25, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ LASTMA: Lagos state to appeal judgement on Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA); LASTMA has no power to impose fine on traffic offenders -Federal High Court, Lagos. ABSU Rape: 2 suspects interrogated vis-à-vis gang-rape video of 5 men & 1 lady in Abia State University; No formal complaint made thus far -Bala Hassan (Abia CP). Maize to Umbrella: Mr Khaleeh Bolaji (ANPP Gov candidate, Kwara) dumps ANPP for PDP; Ran for Governor in 2007 & 2011 elections. Exam Cheats: West African examination Council (WAEC) to publish names & pictures of exam cheats to curb malpractices. Security: Northern Governors & Traditional rulers meet in Kaduna over spate of attacks by Boko Haram. ITF: Industrial Training Fund (ITF) Model Skills Training Centre (MSTC), Abuja to commence operations before end of September -Mr Danjuma Abeko (Deputy Director of Training). Power Cycle: Vladimir Putin (Russian Prime Minister) to run for president in March, 2012; Dmitry Medvedev (President) to take over role of Prime Minister if United Russia party wins parliamentary elections. •Football• EPL: Arsenal 3-0 Bolton; Chelsea 4-1 Swansea; Liverpool 2-1 Wolves; Man City 2-0 Everton; Newcastle 3-1 Blackburn; Stoke 1-1 Man Utd; West Brom 0-0 Fulham; Wigan 1-2 Tottenham. Spain: Barcelona 5-0 Atletico Madrid; Real Madrid 6-2 Rayo Vallecano. Italy: AC Milan 1-0 Cesena; Bologna 1-3 Inter Milan.

S.J News• [Sept 24, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 24, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ NECO Results: Mass failure as NECO releases 2011 June/July SSCE results; 25% of 1,190,393 candidates scored Credit & above in Mathematics & English. Explosives: Nigeria Customs Service, Lagos intercepts 40ft explosives-laden container @ 5 Star Logistic Terminal, Tin-Can Island port, Lagos. NAFDAC: NAFDAC & Greenlife Pharmaceuticals Ltd launch 1st Mobile Authentication Service (MAS) on anti- malaria drug. ASUU Strike: Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to begin 1-week warning strike over non-implementation of the 2009 agreement with FG on Monday. Sea School: Abdullahi Bolaji (Minister of Youth Development) vows to transform Sea School Unit of the Citizenship & Leadership Training Centre, Lagos. 1914-2014: FG sets up 19-man committee for centenary celebration due in 2014. S.J wishes Feyi a splendid Bday.

S.J News• [Sept 23, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 23, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ NNPC's Debt: Non-remittance of N450bn to Federal Account; House of Reps resolves to probe operations of NNPC. Osun Robbery: 50 robbers simultaneously raided Intercontinental, First, Skye, & Sterling Banks near Bowen University, Iwo, Osun state on Thursday; 1 policeman shot dead. CPC v Jonathan: Presidential Election Petition Tribunal, Abuja refuses to admit into evidence, election results 4rm 35 states & FCT. Delta Gov Rerun: Court of Appeal, Benin dismisses appeal filed by Great Ogboru (DPP) against Gov Emmanuel Uduaghan (Delta, PDP); Decision of lower tribunal upheld. Minimum Wage: Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Kaduna suspends strike over non-payment of N18,000 minimum wage by state Govt; Payment to be made with effect 4rm April 1, 2011; To commence on December, 2011. Ogun: Ogun State House of Assembly’s committee on Lands & Housing to probe sale of Govt lodge in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun state. Banking: All banks to be fully capitalised & non-performing loans reduced to 5% by end of September due to AMCON's intervention -Sanusi Lamido Sanusi (CBN Gov). HP CEO: Hewlett-Packard (HP) replaces Mr Leo Apotheker with Mrs Meg Whitman.

S.J News• [Sept 22, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 22, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ CJN: Senate confirms Justice Dahiru Musdapher as Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN); CJN recommended by National Judicial Council (NJC) to replace Justice Aloysius Katsina-Alu (fmr CJN). Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT): Arraignment of Sen Bola Tinubu (fmr Lagos Gov) stalled following amended charges brought against him by FG; Proceedings adjourned to October 26, 2011. UNGA: President Jonathan addresses 66th United Nations (UN) General Assembly in New york; Terrorist acts, rather than intimidate, will only help to strengthen administration’s resolve to fight menace -President Jonathan. Ministerial Nominee: Senate confirms appointment of Mr Darius Dickson Ishaku as Minister representing Taraba state; Replaces nomination of Dr Obadiah Ando. UNICAL: University of Calabar fixes 24th October as resumption date; Lectures to commence on 31st October; Students charged N10,000 each for damages -Prof James Epoke (VC). Impounded Car: Federal High Court, Lagos rules that Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) lacks power to impose fine on traffic offenders; Awards N500,000 in favour of Jonathan Odutola (plantiff). House of Reps: Election petition tribunal, Ado-Ekiti nullifies election of Mr Oyetunde Ojo (ACN, Ekiti 11 Federal Constituency); INEC ordered to conduct fresh election within 90 days. UNIOSUN: Gov Rauf  Aregbesola (Osun) approves reduction of tuition; Law & Medicine 4rm N195,000 to N100,00; Non-science 4rm N130,000 to N75,000; Other Science students 4rm N155,000 to N75,000. Troy's Execution: Death row inmate, Troy Davis, executed in Georgia, US despite recantation of testimonies by 7 out of 9 witnesses; Convicted in 1991 of killing Mark MacPhail (off-duty police officer) in 1989.

S.J News• [Sept 21, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 21, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Dangote Drops Few Millies: Gov Babatunde Fashola (Lagos) receives donation of N100m 4rm Aliko Dangote for victims of July 10 flooding in Lagos. Tinubu’s Trial: Trial of Sen Bola Tinubu (fmr Lagos Gov) to begin 2day @ Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), Abuja over alleged operation & maintenance of 16 foreign accounts while in office. Bomb Scare: Senators & members of House of Reps flee complex following bomb scare on Tuesday. Ibori's Trial: James Ibori (fmr Delta Gov) to be remanded until UK trial begins on February 13, 2012; Faces 14 charges of fraud & money laundering. FAAC: Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) shares N607bn to 3 tiers of Govt for August -Dr Yerima Ngama (Minister of State for Finance). Bow & Go: Senate to screen Justice Dahiru Musdapher (Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria) & Mr Darius Dickson Ishaku (Taraba ministerial nominee) 2day. NNPC Debt: NNPC to pay N450bn debt owed Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) in 32 instalments 4rm September. Benue NLC: Nigeria Labour Congress, Benue embarks on 3-day warning strike 2day over non-implementation of N18,000minimum wage. Abacha's Retrial: High Court of Switzerland orders retrial of Abba Sani Abacha (late Sani Abacha's son) due to violation of rights. Power Distribution: 70% stake in 11 power distribution companies to be sold to new investors -Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE). S.J wishes Deji a splendid Bday.

S.J News• [Sept 20, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 20, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Electricity: All-time-high power generation of 4,242.7 megawatts (3,982.7MW + 260MW Spinning Reserve) attained -Prof Barth Nnaji (Minister of Power). PHCN: FG approves N11bn monthly wage bill for Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) employees. Energy & Housing: FG seals N240bn Power, Petroleum & Housing deal with consortium of Swiss & European investors -Mr Olusegun Aganga (Minister of Trade & Investment). Katsina Gov Election: Court of Appeal, Kaduna dismisses appeal filed by Usman Bugaje (ACN Gov candidate); Challenges election tribunal's judgement in favour of Gov Ibrahim Shehu Shema (Katsina). Atuche’s Trial: EFCC renews confidence in Justice Adeniyi Onigbanjo (Lagos High Court) in trial of Mr Francis Atuche (fmr Bank PHB MD) & 2 Directors; Charged on 3 counts each of conspiracy & stealing N11.4bn bank money. Benue Gov Election: Benue state Gov Election Petition Tribunal, Makurdi dismisses petition filed by Prof Steve Ugbah (ACN Gov candidate) against Gov Gabriel Suswam (Benue, PDP). Senate: Niger state Election Petition Tribunal, Minna upholds election of Sen Ibrahim Musa (CPC, Niger North) in petition filed by Sen Nuhu Aliyu (PDP candidate). Judiciary: Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Dahiru Musdapher, admits judicial shortcomings; Promises to engender reform.

S.J News• [Sept 19, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 19, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ UNGA: President Jonathan to leave Abuja for New York 2day to attend 66th Session of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA); To hold bilateral talks with world leaders. OBJ's Host: Boko Haram denies involvement in death of Mohammed Yusuf's (slain Boko Haram leader) brother-in-law, Babakura Fugu; Shot dead after meeting with Olusegun Obasanjo (fmr President). Jos Security: Special Task Force upgraded to Joint Task Force; Maj Gen Oluwaseun Olayinka appointed as new commander to take over 4rm Brig Gen Pat Akem. Bounty: State Security Service (SSS) places N25m bounty on head of Mamman Nur (UN House Bombing Mastermind). Kaduna Attack: 3 family members killed & 8 others injured in Bitaro village near Kwoi, Jaba LG, Kaduna state by unknown gunmen. UN Building: 2 videos of suicide bomber in preparation for attack on United Nations (UN) building on August 26, released. •Football• EPL: Fulham 2-2 Man City; Man Utd 3-1 Chelsea; Sunderland 4-0 Stoke; Tottenham 4-0 Liverpool. Spain: Atletico Madrid 4-0 Racing; Levante 1-0 Real Madrid; Real Zaragoza 2-1 Espanyol. Italy: Bologna 0-2 Lecce; Napoli 3-1 AC Milan; Siena 0-1 Juventus; Udinese 2-0 Fiorentina.

S.J News• [Sept 18, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 18, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Soyinka v OBJ: Prof Wole Soyinka (Nobel Laureate) reprimands Olusegun Obasanjo's overtures to Boko Haram; OBJ's visit made same day memorial service was held for victims of UN office bombing. OBJ's Host Shot: Babakura Fugu, Mohammed Yusuf's (slain Boko Haram leader) brother-in-law, shot dead barely 72 hours after holding peace meeting with Olusegun Obasanjo (erstwhile president). Smuggled Weapons: Army intercepts 4 AK47 rifles, sub-machine gun & 280 rounds of .72mm ammunitions hidden in engine of Volkswagen Passat wagon @ checkpoint near Abuja. Presidential Election: Tribunal dismisses CPC's application seeking additional witnesses in petition against President Jonathan’s victory in April 16, 2011 election. Kogi Gov Election: PDP, Kogi state to conduct Gov primary election on Thursday; No fewer than 7 aspirants acquire nomination form. Panel of Inquiry: Gov Ibikunle Amosun (Ogun) sets up 6-man panel of inquiry for land allocations, acquisitions, sale & concession of Govt property between January, 2004 & May 29, 2011. Lagos ACN: ACN, Agbado Oke-Odo LCDA, suspends Mr Kenny Okunmuyide (Council Chairman) due to anti-party activities; Local Govt elections to hold in October. •Football• EPL: Aston Villa 1-1 Newcastle; Blackburn 4-3 Arsenal; Bolton 1-2 Norwich; Everton 3-1 Wigan; Swansea 3-0 West Brom; Wolves 0-3 QPR. Spain: Barcelona 8-0 Osasuna; Granada 1-0 Villarreal; Sevilla 1-0 Real Sociedad; Sporting Gijon 0-1 Valencia. Italy: Inter Milan 0-0 Roma.

S.J News• [Sept 17, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 17, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Fuel Subsidy: Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) vows to disrupt economy if pump price of fuel increases; Removal of subsidy may alter price 4rm N65 to N195 per litre (200% increment). Extraordinary Session: Federal Executive Council (FEC) resolves to recover N170bn Corporate Tax debt. Minimum Wage: Imo state workers embark on indefinite strike due to state Govt's refusal to sign N18,000 minimum wage agreement. Police Screening: Police shifts screening of Cadet ASPs & Inspectors again; Now to hold between 3rd & 14th October, 2011 in Police Zonal Commands. Aikhomu Interred: Remains of Admiral Augustus Aikhomu (fmr Chief of General Staff & Military Vice President) interred in Irrua, Esan Central LG, Edo state on Friday. Airport Security: Erection of perimeter fencing in 7 airports underway; 4 airports completed -Mr Richard Aisuebeogun (MD Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria). Kano NLC: Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) calls off strike in Kano; Workers embarked on indefinite strike due to non-implementation of new minimum wage of N18,000. Kwara Aviation College: International Aviation College (1st Nigerian private aviation college) now licensed, as Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) presents commercial pilot training certificate.

S.J News• [Sept 16, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 16, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ NASS: National Assembly constitutes 140 standing committees; 56 & 84 Chairmen named for Senate & House of Reps committees respectively; Hon Mulikat Akande-Adeola (Oyo PDP) emerges 1st female House Leader of House of Reps; Muraina Ajibola to head House Committee on Petroleum (Upstream). UN Building: United Nations (UN) office, Nigeria held memorial service for deceased on Thursday; 116 injured & 23 lives lost in August 26 bombing in Abuja. Electricity: Plans to generate electricity 4rm atomic energy underway, as President Jonathan formally inaugurates Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission. Jos: Olusegun Obasanjo (fmr President) meets religious & traditional rulers in Jos, Plateau state. Gov Election: Court of Appeal, Calabar affirms election of Gov Godswill Akpabio (Akwa Ibom) in April 2011 election; Strikes out case filed by ACN & Mr John Akpan Udoedeghe (ACN Gov Candidate). Health: Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) donates 2 units of hi-tech ultra modern mobile clinics to Abuja National Hospital & University of Abuja Teaching Hospital. FERMA: House of Reps to probe activities of Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) since its inception in 2002. Dual Citizenship: Gov Election Petition, Oyo adjourns petition filed by PDP against election of Gov Abiola Ajimobi (Oyo, ACN) for parties to adopt written addresses. Libya: House of Reps summons Amb Olugbenga Ashiru (Foreign Affairs Minister) over protection of lives of Nigerians in Libya. Achebe v 50 Cent: Chinua Achebe (novelist) declines 50 Cent's $1m offer for use of 'Things Fall Apart' as film title.

S.J News• [Sept 15, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 15, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Constitution Amendment: Senate constitutes 47-man committee; House of Reps constitute ad hoc committee on review of the 1999 Constitution, members of the leadership of the House to be automatic members -Aminu Tambuwal (Speaker, House of Reps). UN Building: United Nations office, Nigeria reveals identities of 21(11 UN staff & 10 non- UN staff) out of 23 persons killed in August 26 explosion; No fewer than 116 persons sustained injury. Fayose's Back Home: Ayo Fayose (fmr Ekiti Gov) returns to PDP; Registers @ his ward in Afao, Irepodun/Ifelodun LG; To contest South-West vice-chairmanship of PDP. Ondo Commissioners: Gov Olusegun Mimiko (Ondo) sends commissioner nominees list of 16 to State House of Assembly for approval; Olu Falae's (erstwhile Secretary to FG) son, Mr Deji Falae, included in list. Erosion: Federal Executive Council approves 4 contracts worth N5.36bn to tackle South-Eastern menace within a period of 12 to 18 months. Cholera: Oyo state Govt records 947 cholera cases in Oyo state; Prevalent in Oyo North Sen district -Dr Lateef Olopoeniyan (Commissioner for Health). Naija Musician Dies: South-Eastern wonder, Obiajuru Nwozo (aged 38) aka MC Loph, dies in auto crash @ Ore en route to Anambra. Fuel Subsidy: Senate to probe alleged illegal spending of N771bn; Motion sponsored by Sen Bukola Saraki (Kwara Central; fmr Kwara Gov); N240bn fuel subsidy allocated by National Assembly & Presidency in 2011, but N931bn was spent between January & August 2011. S.J wishes Ope Diesel a splendid Bday.

S.J News• [Sept 14, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 14, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ NDDC Board: President Jonathan dissolves Board of Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC); Executives to hand over to Mrs Osaro Areyenka (Director, Administration & Human Resources) with immediate effect -Sen Anyim Pius Anyim (SGF). N7bn: Deputy Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly, Kolawole Taiwo, & 4 other principal officers quizzed by EFCC vis-à-vis N7bn alleged scam. Boko Haram: FG charges 8 suspected Boko Haram members before Magistrate’s court, Abuja; Suspects allegedly involved in detonation of INEC office (April 8) & All Christians Fellowship Church (July 10) in Suleja, Niger state. Minimum Wage: Borno state Govt approves implementation of N18,229 minimum wage with effect 4rm August 1, 2011. Presidential Election: CPC admits victory of President Jonathan in Enugu & Imo states at the April general election. Akwa Ibom Gov Election: Sen Akpan Udodehe (ACN) v Gov Godswill Akpabio (PDP); Court of Appeal, Calabar's new date for judgment now 2moro. UN Building: House of Reps resolve to summon heads of security agencies. Electricity Tariff: FG to review & introduce new electricity tariff 4rm January 2012. ASUU Strike: ASUU to begin 1-week warning strike on September 26 over nonimplementation of agreement with FG. S.J wishes Taiwo, Kenny & Ay Cole a splendid Bday.

S.J News• [Sept 13, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 13, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Presidential Media Chat: No regret over 6-year single term proposal; Wikileaks (whistleblower) cables are beer parlour gossips -President Jonathan. Bauchi Attack: Gunmen attack divisional Police station, Misau, Bauchi state & AfriBank; 6 policemen & 1 civilian killed. Jos Crisis: President Jonathan orders Air Marshall Oluseyi Petinrin (Chief of Defence Staff) to take full charge of security in Plateau state; President Jonathan & Gov Jonah Jang (Plateau) to meet 2day. Presidential Tribunal: Justice K.B Akaah resumes as Chairman; Replaces Justice Ayo Isa Salami; Nullifies testimonies of Tony Momoh (CPC Chairman) & Buba Galadima (National Secretary). Ogun Tribunal: Gov Election Petition Tribunal, Isabo- Abeokuta reserves its judgment in petition filed by PDP against victory of Gov Ibikunle Amosun (ACN) in April 26 Gov election. Minimum Wage: Kano state workers embark on indefinite strike over non payment of new minimum wage. Kwara Gov Election: ACN tenders forensic analysis @ Election Petition Tribunal, Ilorin; About 1,957 discrepancies uncovered 4rm Kwara state Gov election results. Concession Agreement: Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (Minister of Finance) to appear before House of Reps on Tuesday, September 13 over alleged illegal concession agreement between Finance ministry & Single Window Technologies Limited (SWT). Niger Bridge: FG to construct 2nd Niger bridge; Niger Bridge is over 50 years & only link between East & rest of Nigeria. •Football• EPL: QPR 0-0 Newcastle. Spain: Malaga 4-0 Granada.

S.J News• [Sept 12, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 12, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Budget: 2012 budget to be ready by October or beginning of November, 2011 -Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (Finance & Co-ordinating Minister for Economy). Fresh Blasts in Jos: Twin bomb detonated last night @ West of Mines, Jos, Plateau state. Plateau Violence: Emergency meeting of Northern Governors Forum (NGF) slated for Wednesday September 21, 2011 -Dr Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu (Niger Gov; Chairman NGF). Jonathan's 100 Days: Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) scores achievements in President Jonathan's 1st 100 days in office low. PCC Probe: Public Complaints Commission begins probe of Mrs Maryam Alli (fmr PDP National Chairman's wife) over alleged assault on officials of Development Control Unit of Abuja Metropolitan Management Council. Seized Vessels: Nigerian Maritime Administration & Safety Agency (NIMASA) seizes 2 vessels (Mt Green Dolphin & Mt Jacksonville) in the last 2 weeks for illegal operation in Nigeria's territorial waters -Mr Ziakede Akpobolokemi(NIMASA DG). Libya: One of Moammar Gadhafi's son, Saadi Gaddafi, flees to neighbouring Niger in convoy alongside 8 others; Gadhafi's whereabouts still unknown; Saadi & companions allowed entry based on humanitarian grounds -Niger Govt. •Football• EPL: Fulham 1-1 Blackburn; Norwich 0-1 West Brom. Spain: Espanyol 2-1 Athletic Bilbao; Osasuna 2-1 Sporting Gijon; Real Betis 1-0 Mallorca. Italy: Fiorentina 2-0 Bologna; Juventus 4-1 Parma; Palermo 4-3 Inter Milan; Roma 1-2 Cagliari. S.J wishes Karamat a splendid Bday.

S.J News• [Sept 11, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 11, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ ECOWAS Summit: Heads of Govt of Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire, Liberia, Senegal & Burkina Faso meet in Abuja over security in Liberia, Cote d’Ivoire. Jos Killings: No fewer than 14 persons killed in fresh attacks @ Vwang district, Jos South LG. Naija Loot: FG recovers £22.5m (N5.6bn) embezzled funds during regime of late Gen Sani Abacha. Wikileaks: Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (Finance Minister) refutes Wikileaks' (whistle-blower) report; Okonjo-Iweala ferried $50m jobs to brother -Wikileaks. Ondo PDP: Ondo state PDP executive council dissolved to reposition party & for restoration of unity -Olusola Oke (National Legal Adviser). Minimum Wage: Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Kano embarks on indefinite strike over non-payment of N18,000 minimum wage by state Govt. FUTA Lecturer Kidnapped: Federal University of Technology (FUTA), Akure lecturer in Department of Meteorology abducted on Saturday; Abductors demand N15m ransom. •Football• EPL: Arsenal 1-0 Swansea; Bolton 0-5 Man Utd; Everton 2-2 Aston Villa; Man City 3-0 Wigan; Stoke 1-0 Liverpool; Sunderland 1-2 Chelsea; Wolves 0-2 Tottenham. Spain: Real Madrid 4-2 Getafe; Real Sociedad 2-2 Barcelona; Valencia 1-0 Atletico Madrid; Villarreal 2-2 Sevilla.

S.J News• [Sept 10, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 10, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ PDP Primaries: Fresh Gov primaries to be held in Kogi state ahead of December 3, 2011elections -Abubakar Kawu Baraje (PDP Acting National Chairman). 12 Killed in Jos: Simultaneous attacks on 2 villages in Barkin Ladi LG, Plateau state; Family of 9 @ Kakpwis & 3 others @ Kunzin killed by assailants. Foreign Accounts: Sen Bola Ahmed Tinubu (fmr Lagos Gov) summoned to appear before Code of Conduct Tribunal on September 21, 2011 in Abuja for alleged operation of foreign accounts in office (between 1999 & 2007). Jos: Police arrests 54 suspects vis-à-vis Jos crisis; Suspects charged to court & remanded in prison custody -Mr Dipo Ayeni (CP). Anambra South Sen Zone: Court of Appeal, Enugu dismisses petition filed by Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu challenging victory of Sen Andy Uba (PDP). Screening Rescheduled: Cadet ASPs & Inspectors zonal screening exercise scheduled for September 12 to 20, 2011 now to hold 4rm September 19 to 20, 2011 in all Police zonal commands. Tribunal: Election petition tribunal, Umuahia upholds victory of Gov Theodore Orji (PDP) in April, 2011 Gov polls; Dismisses petition filed by erstwhile Abia Deputy Gov, Chris Akomas (PPA).

S.J News• [Sept 9, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 9, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ PDP Membership: Abubakar Baraje (Acting PDP National Chairman) overrules Olusegun Obasanjo (erstwhile president); PDP register open to members willing to return -Baraje. Salami's Reinstatement: Lagos Lawyers 4rm Nigerian Bar Association branches (Lagos, Ikeja & Ikorodu) protest over suspension of Justice Ayo Isa Salami as President, Court of Appeal; Demand rescission of President Jonathan's action. EFCC v Speaker: 35 members of Lagos State House of Assembly back beleaguered Speaker (Mr Adeyemi Ikuforiji) over alleged misappropriation of N7bn public fund. Permanent Secretaries: President Jonathan approves posting of 2 newly appointed Permanent Secretaries & redeployment of 18 others; Handing & taking over to be completed on or before Friday, September 16, 2011 -Prof Oladapo Afolabi (Head, Civil Service of the Federation). FG Earmarks N11.5bn: FG awards contracts worth N11.5bn for erosion & flood control projects in South Eastern region; Abia (3 projects), Anambra (5 projects), Ebonyi (1 project), Enugu (3 projects) & Imo State (3 projects) -Ibukun Odusote (PS, Ecological Fund Office). ASIEC Chairman Dismissed: Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission (ASIEC) Chairman, Prof Titus Eze, sacked for alleged embezzlement of over N115m. Space Centre: FG to establish space centre @ University of Uyo (UNIUYO), Akwa Ibom for marine research -Prof Ita Okon Bassey Ewa (Minister of Science & Technology).

S.J News• [Sept 8, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 8, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ CPC v PDP: 4-man panel, headed by Justice Garba Mohammed, concludes pre-hearing session of petition; Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal, Abuja fixes September 12, 2011 for definite hearing of petition filed by CPC, seeking to void President Jonathan's victory. Bomb Scare: Ikeja Local Govt secretariat, Lagos deserted due to bomb scare; Substance removed by Anti-bomb Police for test & analysis. New Parties: INEC inhibits registration of new political parties before Gov elections scheduled to hold in Kogi (Dec 2011) & Cross River, Bayelsa, Sokoto, Adamawa, Ekiti, Rivers & Ondo states (2012). CPC’s Accounts: Bank accounts of Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) in Oceanic Bank & Mainstreet Bank still operational, not frozen -Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC). Maiduguri Explosions: 2 bombs detonated on Tuesday @ Baga Road & Kaleri ward, Maiduguri, Borno state; No casualties recorded. Stigmatisation & Discrimination Law: Gov Liyel Imoke (Cross River) signs bill into law; Life imprisonment for Intentional transmission of HIV/AIDs virus to uninfected persons; Those stigmatising infected persons to be prosecuted. Minimum Wage: Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Delta clamour for payment of N19,000 minimum wage. Election Petitions Tribunal: Mr Barnabas Edure (Labour Party candidate) seeks upturn of Mr Nestor Binabo's (Speaker, Bayelsa State House of Assembly; PDP) victory; Tribunal fixes October 19 for judgment on petition.

S.J News• [Sept 7, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 7, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Council of States: Meeting of past Presidents & Heads of state harps on review of security; To tackle emerging menace of terrorism. Bomb Factory: State Security Service (SSS) discovers bomb factory in Chechnya, Hayin-Uku village, Tafa LG, Niger state; Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) recovered; Arrest of 5 culprits led to discovery. BPE Probe: Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to embark on 1-day mass protest in Abuja on September 22; Demand release of Senate's Bureau of Public Enterprise (BPE) probe report on privatisation. EFCC List: Contrary to Wikileaks' (whistle-blower) revelation, Presidency debunks claims of President Jonathan's presence in EFCC's list of corrupt governors. Presidential Election: Presidential Tribunal, Abuja dismisses CPC's application seeking to be declared winner; Fixes 2day for issuance of pre-hearing report in petition. Minimum Wage: Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Katsina begins 3-day warning strike over non-implementation of new minimum wage. Foreign Reserves: Nigeria's foreign exchange reserves fell to $32.3bn by September 2, same level they were on June 24 & down 4rm a 6-month high in August -Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). •Football• Int'l Friendly: Argentina 3-1 Nigeria.

S.J News• [Sept 6, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 6, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ House of Reps' Probe: 5-day public hearing on concession agreement between Ministry of Finance & Single Window Systems & Technology stalled on Monday due to absence of former's documents. Jos Crisis: 11 persons killed in separate attacks on Monday in Jos North & Barkin Ladi LG, Plateau state. FOREX: Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) diversifies external reserves; Approves inclusion of Chinese Renminbi (RMB) to existing currency mix of US Dollars, Euros & British Pounds. Presidential Aide: President Jonathan sacks Amb Zakari Ibrahim (coordinator on counterterrorism); Appoints General Officer Commanding (GOC) 82 Division of Nigerian Army, Maj Gen Sarkin Yakin Bello, as new adviser. Tribunal: Election Petition Tribunal, Lagos upholds election of Mrs Oluremi Tinubu (ACN, Central Sen District); Petitions filed by Labour Party (LP) & Mr Oladapo Durosinmi-Etti (LP candidate) dismissed. Abducted Monarch: Kidnappers of King Godwin Igodo (Ogbogoro & Ebeni Ibe of Atissa kingdom) demand N25m ransom. Minimum Wage: Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Adamawa begins indefinite strike; Seeks retraction of Labour's involvement in N18,000 minimum salary structure, benefited by Level 1 to 7 only. Downpour: Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) predicts heavy rain falls in Bauchi, Calabar & Ibadan between September & October. S.J wishes Princess Lolade Ayeni & Jujubee a splendid Bday.

S.J News• [Sept 5, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 5, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ Salami's Reinstatement: Socio-Economic Rights & Accountability Project (SERAP) drags FG to ECOWAS Court of Justice, Abuja over suspension of Justice Ayo Isa Salami as President of the Court of Appeal (PCA) by President Jonathan; High court suit discontinued -Mr Adetokunbo Mumuni (Executive Director). N7bn Fraud: I was not @ anytime arrested by EFCC but honoured an invitation; Allegation of perjury & embezzlement of over N7bn state funds is political -Adeyemi Ikuforiji (Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly). Jos: Couple & 6 children murdered in midnight attack by unknown gunmen @ Heipang, near Jos, Plateau state on Sunday. FRSC: Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) sets August 2012 as deadline to obtain new drivers license & number plates; Now available & costs N6000 & N15000 respectively. Bomb Recovered: Improvised Explosive Device (IED)planted @ market centre in Riyom LG, Plateau state defused by state anti-Bomb squad. Niger Delta ex-militants: FG sends 50 & 32 ex-militants abroad; To leave Nigeria for Philippines & Israel respectively 2day for training; Monthly allowance of $500 to be paid -Kinsley Kuku (Presidential SA, Niger Delta). SW PDP: Gbenga Daniel (erstwhile Ogun Gov) refutes alleged involvement in misfortune of South-West PDP in the last general election. Nations Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria 2-0 Madagascar (Scored by Joseph Yobo & Obinna Nsofor).

S.J News• [Sept 4, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 4, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ South West Zonal Meeting: National Secretary position to be zoned to South-West & the House of Representatives Speakership is our legitimate right -Olusegun Obasanjo (erstwhile president); Meeting held in Abeokuta, Ogun state. N7bn Fraud: Adeyemi Ikuforiji (Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly) interrogated & freed for alleged offence. Niger Delta Activist: Trial of Sunny Ofehe, Rotterdam-based Hope for Niger Delta Campaign (HNDC) founder, opens 2moro in Netherlands; Charged with terrorism (plot to blow up Shell-operated pipelines in the Niger Delta); Faces life imprisonment if convicted. DPO Shot: Mr Ayoola Adelodun (Assistant Superintendent of Police, Eku police station, Delta state) shot dead by armed gang. Ikole-Ekiti Monarch: Prince Ajibade Fashiku coronated as Elekole of Ikole-Ekiti & paramount ruler of Egbeoba Kingdom; Succeeds late Oba Adetula Adeleye (aged 52 years). Nations Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles of Nigeria & Barea of Madagascar to duel 2day by 14h30 local time (12h30 Nigeria time). World Athletics 2011: Usain Bolt (Jamaica) adorned with 200m Gold medal; 3rd fastest time of his life (19.40s); USA 2nd (19.70s); France 3rd (19.80s).

S.J News• [Sept 3, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 3, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ N7bn Fraud: EFCC arrests Mr Adeyemi Ikuforiji (Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly) over alleged N7bn fraud, perjury. Ibadan Flood: President Jonathan visits flood-hit areas in Ibadan, Oyo state; Pledges FG's support towards rebuilding roads, bridges & walkways. UN Building: United Nations (UN) building, Abuja bomb attack is unNigerian -Pst Ayo Oritsejafor (President, Christian Association of Nigeria); Appeals to FG to boost security. WAEC Results: FG summons Dr Iyi Uwadiae (Head, West African Examination Council) over release of 2 different May/June SSCE results on website; Panel set up to investigate human error -Dr Iyi Uwadiae. Bayelsa Monarch Abducted: King Godwin Igodo (Ebeni Ibe of Attisa Kingdom, Yenagoa) kidnapped by unknown gunmen; 70-year-old 1st class monarch conveyed via speedboat. Lagos Council Polls: Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) extends Primaries by 11 days; Parties primaries now to be conducted between August 4 & September 15, 2011. Delta Doctors' Strike: Doctors, under the aegis of Association of Govt General Medical & Dental practitioners, demand removal of Permanent Secretary in the Hospital Management Board (HMB), Dr Caroline Ajuya; Strike began on Thursday. Flotilla: Turkey expels Israeli ambassador & suspends military agreements due to Israel's refusal to apologise for last year's raid on Gaza-bound Flotilla ship killing 9 Turkish activists; Israeli commandos used excessive force when they boarded aid ship -UN.

S.J News• [Sept 2, 2011]

S.J News• [Sept 2, 2011]• http://sjnewss.blogspot.com/ UN Building: Boko Haram Spokesman speaks with CNN on phone; Reveals name of alleged bomber that drove explosive-laden Honda Accord car into United Nations (UN) House, Abuja on August 26; 23 killed & several injured. Ibadan Flood: President Jonathan to visit Ibadan, Oyo state 2day -Dr Festus Adedayo (SSA to Gov on Media & Communication); No fewer than 102 lives lost in Ibadan flood last friday. Al-Mustapha: “I am not making political statements; When a General prepares for battle, he makes programmes & plans; My plan is on & you will hear of it @ the appropriate time” -Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar (fmr Head of State). Debt Management Office: President Jonathan inaugurates Supervisory Board of DMO; DMO chaired by Namadi Sambo (VP); Finance & Justice Minister, Chief Economic Adviser, CBN Gov, Accountant General & DMO Director General involved. MASSOB: Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra's (MASSOB) Leader, Ralph Uwazuruike, & 280 others detained last week in Enugu were released on Thursday; Remanded by Enugu Magistrate court. WAEC Results: West African Examinations Council (WAEC) May/June 2011 exams not withheld for upgrade -WAEC. Minimum Wage: Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Katsina issues 5-day ultimatum (ends September 5) to Govt for implementation of new N18,000 minimum wage or face industrial action. Libya: Audio message purportedly released by beleaguered Libyan leader, Col Moammar Gadhafi; Vows to fight a 'long war'.