Welcome to Geophilworld's blog: 05/23/15

Saturday 23 May 2015

Photos of a secondary school in Port Harcourt

This is a JSS 2 classroom at Oginigba secondary school in Trans Amadi, Port Harcourt.

Photo: Buhari meets British PM David Cameron in London

Nigeria's president-elect Muhammadu Buhari met with British Prime Minister, David Cameron in Downing Street, central London today May 23rd.

20 more women and children rescued from Sambisa forest by Army

The Nigerian military has rescued 20 more women and children from Sambisa foest. According to a statement by the defence headquarters, the women and children were rescued during its ongoing offensive in the forest yesterday May 22nd. Scores of terrorist were also killed during the operation. The statement signed by Defence spokesperson, Gen Chris Olukolade reads in part;

"Despite continuous encounter with large number of land mines, which still litter the Sambisa Forest, troops have forged ahead with the ongoing offensive operations as scores of the terrorists died in the assault on their bases on Friday. A total of 20 women and children were rescued at the end of the Friday operation.

They have all been airlifted out of the forest. The wounded soldiers have also been moved out for necessary treatment. Two major ammunition dumps, maintained by the terrorists in the forest were also destroyed, along with the four additional terrorist’s camps that were smashed in the operation of Friday". 10 vehicles, 70 motorcycles and 15 tricycles were destroyed during the operation.

Veteran actor, Olu Jacob speaks on what has kept him attracted to Joke Sylva for over 30 years

In a new interview, veteran actor, Olu Jacob spoke on what has kept him interested and attracted to his wife of over 30 years, veteran actress Joke Sylva. According to him, his wife never goes out without him having the last word on her dressing. He says he's his wife's last mirror.

"She has not let go. She has not let go her loving and charming self. She still makes her hair, does her make-up, dresses well and still looks beautiful. That is the staying power. I am her last mirror. My wife does not go out without my last comment. After dressing up and looking at herself in the mirror, she still believes in me. She turns to me and asks how she looks every time she has an event and I just look at her and tell her she is smashing" he told the Nation.

Fani-Kayode kicks against granting amnesty to Boko Haram members

Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode has kicked against the call by some elders asking Buhari to grant amnesty to Boko Haram members when he assumes power.

WHAT DO YOU THINK?

Press statement from NDLEA on Buruji Kashamu's house arrest

Read the press statement below...

Officials of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on May 23rd, 2015 placed Senator-elect Buruji Kashamu from Ogun State under house arrest. This is sequel to a formal request for extradition received from the Embassy of the United States of America pending his arraignment before the Federal High Court on Monday, May 25th.

Kashamu has been a target of both the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for over 20 years and was indicted in the Northern District of Illinois, United States on charges brought against him by ICE.

Kashamu, who U.S. court documents allege was known in his days as the leader of a prolific heroin trafficking ring based in Chicago, Illinois as “God,” “Daddy,” and “Kasmal,” is wanted to stand trial on charges of conspiracy and importation of controlled substances, namely heroin, into the United States dating back to 1994. Kashamu, who holds dual Nigerian/Beninese citizenship, has taken multiple preemptive actions to thwart U.S. extradition efforts such as making fanciful claims that his is a case of mistaken identity, and that his deceased brother is responsible for the crimes he is being sought after in the United States.

Kashamu has filed injunctions in federal court both in the Northern District of Illinois, United States and in Nigeria to prevent his arrest and prosecution. At the time of his arrest, NDLEA officers allowed Kashamu’s legal attorneys – Daniel Onamusi and Barrister Oloyede – and close family members including his wife and adult daughters to speak with him and attest to his well-being.

The NDLEA has assured Kashamu that he will be afforded all the protections of the law and will be given his day in court. Assertions that he will be bundled up under cover of darkness and whisked out of the country are untrue and should not be given any credence. We expect Kashamu as a senator-elect to demonstrate confidence in the Nigerian judicial system and not insinuate otherwise.

Ofoyeju Mitchell Head, Public Affairs

Radio stations in Lagos to shut down early due to fuel scarcity

This is very serious. Radio stations in Lagos are shutting down programmes and leaving early due to fuel scarcity.

This is serious! Arik Air and MTN Nigeria operations affected by fuel scarcity

MTN sent out a notice stating that they have low diesel supply and if they don't receive diesel within the next 24 hours, the network will be seriously degraded and customers will feel the impact. Meanwhile, Arik have cancelled most flights.

We all hope everything will return to normalcy.

Photos of The Lady That Walked From Enugu to Lagos

Courageous Agu Joy Chidera walked alone for 15 days from Enugu to Abuja to honour no politician. Check her out before she embarked on the journey and after she reached Abuja and was honored by the National Orientation Agency

Read What Goodluck Jonathan Said He Will Become After Leaving Office

President Goodluck Jonathan on Friday said his major commitment after leaving office on May 29 will be to engage religious and ethnic leaders across the country on the need to allow peace to reign.
He said he took the decision because of his strong belief that Nigerians can only practise their different religions in an atmosphere of peace.

Jonathan disclosed this shortly after he was presented with the 2015 Epitome of Peace Award by the Field Superintendent of The Apostolic Church Nigeria, Federal Capital Territory Field, Apostle John Buzu, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

The President said the award, which was in recognition of the step he took after the March 28 Presidential election, which had led to peace in the country, had further spurred him into doing more for the country.

He said he would work hard to reduce religious and racial discrimination in the country after leaving office, expressing the hope that people would be ready to join him in the crusade.

Jonathan said, “To whom much is given, much is expected. For you to honour me today, you have given me another mandate to work harder to ensure that we as Nigerians continue to live in peace.

“One thing I have decided I will do after leaving office is to be talking to faithful of all religions: Christians, Muslims and other religions, on the need for Nigerians to live in peace.

“This is because when there is crisis in any part of the country, nobody can practise his own religion. If there is crisis anywhere, people cannot go to the mosque, they cannot go to the church.

“We need peace in this country, no matter our religious persuasion or belief. That will be one of my main commitments when I leave office: to reduce discrimination in this country based on religious divides or ethnicity. I believe I will have so many apostles that will follow me to do that.”

While thanking the church for considering him fit for the award, the President observed that a number of Nigerians make extraordinary contributions to national development daily, but they go unnoticed.

He added that a few of them, including himself, are a bit luckier because their contributions are noticed.

“I sincerely thank you for considering me fit for this honour that you have just bestowed on me.

“All of us do a number of things everyday. People have saved this country, we don’t even know some of them or what they did but some people are a bit luckier that their actions are noticed and sometimes rewarded.

“You have also noticed me with my little contribution, not just because I am the President of the country, but because of an action I took that you believe saved lives and you are honouring me,” he added.

Jonathan who was presented with a white shirt and suit, which the church said connote peace, a medal as well as a plaque, said the items would be displayed conspicuously in a Presidential museum or library which he would put in place after leaving office.

“I am grateful for the insignia given to me: the plaque, the medal and the dress are quite unique.

They will be very conspicuous in my Presidential museum or library so that even after 50 years, people will still see and appreciate what you have done today even if I have left this world and have gone beyond, what you have done will still be displayed in my library for people to see,” he said.

Shortly before presenting the award, Buzu said it was in recognition of Jonathan’s outstanding leadership qualities, strides, contributions and laudable achievements as the President of the country.

He said Jonathan had proven to be an excellent leader and a wonderful asset to the country.

He added that one excellent quality that distinguished the President for the award was the legacy of peace which he had bequeathed to Nigeria and Nigerians.

The clergyman added that for conceding defeat and calling Muhammadu Buhari to congratulate him after the Presidential elections, Jonathan saved lives of those who would have been consumed by violence.

He said the President’s decision was unprecedented in the country and in Africa.

Cheating Woman Caught Inside Hostel Room In Kwara State (See Photo)

A woman was caught today red handed by her husband and friend sneaking up to meet her lover who was way younger than her. Funny enough the so called lover was still a student of a tertiary institution in his 2nd year and he has got nothing to offer.

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to hostel mates they had thought her to be his mother or relative as she was always coming with food stuffs and other things for him, and that on some occasions she stays over till the next day.

Her luck ran out this afternoon when her husband and his friend has trailed her to her secret love spot.

Kcee Spotted Selling Recharge Cards (See Photo)

Kcee was spotted early this morning along the major streets of Lagos where he went to sell MTN recharge cards and also to interact with his fans. As a brand ambassador of MTN, he used himself as an example and encouraged his numerous fans never to give up but rather be focused and hard working and also to believe in themselves because this world "Na turn by turn" according to him.

50 World Leaders To Attend Buhari’s Inauguration

The Chairman of the Media and Publicity Sub- Committee of the Presidential Inauguration Planning Committee, Chief Edem Duke, on Friday said over 50 presidents and heads of government across the globe will attend the inauguration of President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari.

He made the remark while briefing journalists in Abuja on the preparations for the one week programme, which started on Friday with Jumaat prayer at the National Central Mosque, Abuja.

According to him, invitation cards have been dispatched to all the 54 countries in the African continent and other countries of the world.

Duke, who is also the Minister of Culture and Tourism, said: “As we speak the 54 countries of the continent of Africa have been invited. Many of the heads of government will be coming.

“There has been a huge interest, especially, from head of countries in Europe to attend this inauguration and at the last count I think we must have in excess of about 50 heads of state and delegation expected at this inauguration.”

Stressing that a high security strategy is being put in place for a hitch-free inauguration, the minister said all invitees for the various segments of the inauguration will be subjected to thorough screening.

He said some roads in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) will be blocked on the inauguration day to ensure smooth movement to and from the Eagle Square venue of the inauguration.

He said: “The security agencies are working in close concert to ensure that there is absolutely no threat to the security of this inauguration.”

“Arrangements are been made to screen all the invitees long before they access the perimeters of the location.”

Comedian Wale Gates comes for Buhari for always wearing 'A BROWN COAT

The internet has been buzzing with photos of Buhari in London, while every one was busy feeling this old man's swag, Comedian Wale Gates came after him on twitter for always wearing the same brown coat whenever he is outside the country. He even went as far as calling APC members to please get him a new coat. What do you think?

read his tweets below