NCC Makes U-Turn On Planned Hike Of Data Tarrif, Explains Its Reasons

Not too long after it decides to hike data tariff, the Nigerian Communications Commission on Wednesday announced the immediate suspension of the plan.

If it had gone ahead with its decision, the new minimum pricing template for data services by mobile operators in the country would have necessitated more spending on the use of the internet by online subscribers in Nigeria.

                           Tony Ojobo, NCC

The director, Public Affairs at the NCC, Tony Ojobo, explained that the decision to rescind its earlier directive was to give room for further consultation with industry interest groups.

In the meantime, the Commission has already asked all operators to maintain the status quo until the conclusion of a study to determine retail prices for broadband and data services in the country.

According to Sahara Reporters, “Prior to the suspension, Nigerians had raised concerns about the impropriety of the decision by the government to hike the price of data at this time.

“Several Nigerians accused the NCC of insensitivity, considering the high cost of living in the face of the current economic recession in the country.

Social media users expressed fears the government planned to limit citizens’ access to the Internet.”

It is noteworthy to state that, in the wake of the proposed increase, the Nigeria Senate had earlier passed a vote asking the Commission to immediately halt the proposed Internet data tariff hike.

Female Polytechnic Student Murdered By Cultist Lover After Defrauding Her Of N145,000

It was tears and anguish as a female polytechnic student named, Julia was killed in her room by her cultist lover after he had stolen and used her ATM card to defraud her of the sum of one hundred and forty-five thousand naira.

The incident which is being investigated by the police happened on Tuesday in Ogwashi-Uku in Delta state, Nigeria.

The victim was in the department of Mathematics and Statistics before her death.

She has been buried in her hometown.

My Double Rape Experiences Almost Made Me Commit Suicide- Actress

                                                   Evan Rachael Wood

US actress Evan Rachel Wood, who plays one of the leading characters in the new hit TV series “Westworld,” has spoken out about being raped twice in an open letter she posted on Twitter.

The 29-year-old said she had revealed the attacks in an interview with Rolling Stone magazine and decided to also share her story on social media as she did not want to “stay silent any longer.”

The actress said she had been raped by a “significant other” and then by the owner of a bar.

“The first time I was unsure that if it was done by a partner it was still, in fact, rape, until too late,” Wood wrote.” Also, who would believe me?

“And the second time, I thought it was my fault and that I should have fought back more, but I was scared.”

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 01: Actress Evan Rachel Wood attends the 2014 LACMA Art + Film Gala Honoring Barbara Kruger And Quentin Tarantino Presented By Gucci at LACMA on November 1, 2014 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)

She said the attacks took place “many, many years ago” and that she had come to understand that she was not at fault.

The star added on her Twitter posting as well as the Rolling Stone interview that she believes the assaults were “one of the many factors” that played a part in an attempt to commit suicide at age 22.

The actress, who is bisexual, said she had hesitated about coming forward in the past for fear of being accused of seeking attention or being told “it wasn’t a big deal or that’s not really rape.”

“I don’t believe we live in a time where people can stay silent any longer. I certainly can’t,” she wrote.

“Not given the state our world is in with its blatant bigotry and sexism.”

Wood said although she was happy in her life, she was “still not okay.”

“I think it’s important for people to know that, for survivors to own that, and that the pressure to just get over it already, should be lifted,” said the star, who was briefly married to actor Jamie Bell and had a son with him in 2013.

The actress also defended her past controversial relationship with the rock star Marilyn Manson in the Rolling Stone interview, saying she was “craving danger and excitement” when she met him at age 18 in Los Angeles. He was 36 at the time and married to burlesque star Dita Von Teese.

“I met somebody that promised freedom and expression and no judgments,” she told the magazine.

Wood plays Dolores, an android in the sci-fi series “Westworld” based on the 1973 movie of the same name about a Western theme park of the future.

In the first episode, her character is shown being dragged off to be raped.

The actress posted a message on Twitter on Tuesday, several hours after sharing her letter, saying that she would be taking a break from social media.

“Thank you for all your support and courageous stories. You are not alone. xo,” she tweeted.

Fans posted encouraging messages on her Twitter feed, hailing her as a role model and vowing support.

“We’ll be here when you come back!” one fan tweeted.

Culled from Punch.com

Trouble In Senate As PDP Senator Jumps Boat To APC

The opposition members of Nigeria’s upper legislative chamber, the House of Senate had a walk out of plenary on Wednesday.

The decision of the Peoples Democratic Party elected Senators was as a result of the defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress of one of its members, Senator Yele Omoguruwa.

Senator Yele Omoguruwa: man in the eye of the strom

The defected lawmaker represents Ondo South Senatorial District.

It was believed that Yele had before the Ondo State governorship election, won by the APC’s candidate, Rotimi Akeredolu, defected to the APC.

The announcement made on the floor of the red chamber was a formality, just to notify his colleagues.

Falling In Love Again, Mariah Carey Seems To Be Saying In Her Romance With Backup Dancer, Tanaka

                                       Tanaka and Mariah hot in love

Shortly after falling apart with her rich lover, James Packer, Mariah Carey may be confirming the rumour that she had found new love with her backup dancer, Bryan Tanaka when the two were sighted holidaying in a resort after a concert.

The 46-year-old singer was reportedly spotted kissing Bryan Tanaka during the outing.

                 Tanaka and Mariah on the stage

'They were all over each other, making out and not wanting to be more than a few feet apart, 'an insider revealed to the MailOnline.

The source explained further: 'They were all over each other, making out and not wanting to be more than a few feet apart.

          Tanaka always by Mariah's backside

'They swam in the ocean and he picked her up to kiss her. She was jumping into his arms, and he bent her back over his knee like they were dancing. Then they walked on the beach holding hands, and he gave her a piggyback ride.

'They had a lot of fun together and were very playful. She was kicking up the water to splash him, and he was laughing.'

Mariah and knocked out billionaire lover, James Packer

Both Tanaka and Mariah have been romantically linked just after her split with billionaire fiance J. Packer.

Could Mariah be flogged for finding her groove again?

How Dancing And Photo Session With Floyd Mayweather Cause Tiny Her Marriage With T.I

                                         Floyd, T.I and Tiny

A mere dance or a common photo session was all that caused rapper T.I to call for the breakup of his marriage to Tiny.

Mayweather gigs out with Tiny, others

MTONews confirmed the news that the couple’s marriage has hit the rock. It was on the premise of her innocent dance and photo session with a boxer, Floyd Mayweather at Mariah Carey’s Halloween party.

    Some of the controversial party pictures below:

 

So girls, watch out how you dance and take photos at parties with guys your 'baby boy' doesn’t have on his ‘love’ list.

Shocking What Kanye West Does In Hospital Bed!

                                          Kanye and Kim

Kanye West may be trying to sound the world that when you are in music like he is, you are in music no matter the condition you find yourself, his recent actions on the sickbed reveal.

No wonder the one that has made his wife, Kim Kardashian go sleepless for many nights, because of his hospital pilgrimage, is writing music and sketching fashion designs in his hospital bed.

              Kanye West and one of his kids 

               Kanye West and Kim on a walk

“Kanye West is desperate to make music in hospital but has been told to Rest”, a source told US Weekly.

Kanye who can’t do without music has been reportedly asking his wife to get him some musical equipment at his bedside. He is also demanding to see his Yeezy fashion designs.
According to the source, “'Kanye keeps wanting to work. At the hospital, he requested that recording equipment is brought to the hospital so he can record in his bed.

And he has kept asking to see sketches of his fashion lines. He continues to want to work and Kim has to keep telling him to rest.”

                                       Kanye West

Excerpt from The MailOnline reads:

“The 'Bound 2' hitmaker was rushed to the hospital over a week ago after he reportedly began hallucinating and lashed out at paramedics.

“Since his admission, doctors have been keeping a constant eye on the rapper as they're worried about his mental state and his safety.

“An insider recently said: 'In the hospital, he has been very paranoid and is under constant watch for his safety.

“He's still there because clearly, he's not doing well. Kim does spend hours with Kanye every day. She says that Kanye is on many different medications and that his doctors are figuring out proper doses.

Kim says that not much has changed since he was admitted and that his doctors seem concerned.”

Fresh-Faced Kylie Jenner Hits The Street Without Makeup(See photos inside)

                                          Tyga and Kylie

Tyga’s girlfriend, Kylie Jenner was spotted at a lunch with him, at Fred Segal’s Mauro’s Restaurant.

Do you know what was most astounding about her?

She was without Makeup!

The brunette reality tv star was also ashamed to face the camera while walking to her white Rolls-Royce.

Three photos of shy Kylie hiding her face from the camera below:

  

One visible object in her that doesn’t need a makeup too, was her huge engagement ring from Tyga.

However, Kylie huge diamond ring could be said to be similar to the one Kim lost in the celebrated French robbery.

            Tyga's firm hold on Kylie's boot

Check Out Two Things Usain Bolt Wants To Be On Retirement

If there two things the world’s most fastest man, Usain Bolt would want to be after retirement in 2016, are to be a father to the children of his long time beau, Kasi Bennett and to get a call up from controversial gaffer Jose Mourinho to play football with the London-based Manchester United Football Club.

                                Kassi Bennett

In the main time, should his dream of playing football comes to reality, it may mean the Jamaican sprinter would have to forgo his once touted desire to make music his career.

'I am moving steadily with my girlfriend. It is getting there, I am getting to know her better and we are working together very well, 'he told The Sun in a recent interview.

Several shots of Usain and Kassi below:

 

While Usain has yet to pop the big question, his family is impatiently waiting for him to settle down and have children, with the statuesque star revealing: 'My mum’s pressuring me.'

The night before his interview with Lorraine Kelly, Usain was the star attraction as he attended the glittering world premiere of his new documentary ‘I Am Bolt’ in London.

Usain's sister, Christine Bolt-Hylton, 32, has said that the star and his girlfriend Kasi are a solid couple and will stay together because they are so in love.

Fun, Unanswered Questions As RCCG, Chapel Of Hope Marks Couples Night

It was fun and lots of unanswered questions on matrimony as the Chapel of Hope Parish of the Redeemed Christians Church of God, Harmony Estate in Fagba, Ogba, Ikeja, Lagos celebrated its Couples Night 2016.

The event which was held at the church’s auditorium at 27, Austin Coker Street, Harmony Estate, off College road, Ogba witnessed an impressive number of attendees. Those in attendance include members that are married and other friends and family relatives. It was presided over by the host pastor, Abayomi Francis Oroge. The talk-shop was tagged November National Family Weekend.

 

Speakers at the grand occasion, including the Father of the Day, the Area Pastor, Mr. Oluwaseyi, spoke on ways to keep the family intact, with the fear of God as the pillar.
Dignitaries at the feast include wives of the Area Pastor and host pastor, Mrs. Oluwaseyi and Monica Oroge respectively.

Others on the list of the clergy were Pastors Tunji Ogunleye and his wife, Tunji Aina and Dehinde.

The CEO of La Seal Schools, Adijatu Sanni and the Sub-Editor, E24-7 Magazine, Mr. Emmanuel Omene-Johnson and Kingsley Asemota amongst others.

 

 

MI, Olamide, Phyno, Others To Thrill Fun-Seekers At Premier ‘‘The Lagos Street Party’ … Holds 3rd, 4th December 2016

Come 3rd and 4th of December, 2016 the city of Lagos would be lit up by MI, Olamide, Phyno and a lot of other Nigerian music stars in what is tagged, The Lagos Street Party.

Olamide, MI, others on billboards lining the streets of Lagos

It’s a mega street jamz organised by White Star Entertainment in collaboration with the Lagos State government. The 2-day 12-hourly groove would be staged at Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island.
Over a million fun lovers are expected each day at the events.
It is planned to roll-out this year’s yuletide.

Olamide, MI, others on billboards lining the streets of Lagos

It's Billboards, billboards everywhere!!

It would hold simultaneously in several major spots in the metropolitan city.

Its overall aim is to help boost the economy of the state through the instrumentality of culture, arts, and tourism.

De Ultimate Commander Perfects Training For National Unity Bout In America

Universal Promotional Wrestling Federation heavyweight champion, Nigeria’s Osita Offor, popularly called De Ultimate Commander, is currently in the United States of America, intensifying for the proposed national unity wrestling bout.

The bout tagged: ‘Legends Wrestling for National Unity’, billed to hold in Enugu from December 6 to 10, will feature international wrestling bouts involving the De Ultimate Commander, and some of the best matsmen across the world.

 

Sports loving Nigerians in the Diaspora have been putting heads together towards the successful hosting of the forthcoming Legends Wrestle for National Unity, a wrestling/cultural festival aimed at uniting all the tribes, religions and culture of their country.

The event is being organised by the Enugu State government and some of the champions of national unity, including former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon, children of the late Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, the past, and present federal legislators, among other patriots.

Speaking from New Jersey, where he is preparing for the event, De Ultimate Commander revealed that former Chairman, Police Service Commission, Chief Simon Okeke, arrived in New York from London on Tuesday for the meeting, where a committee to sensitise Nigerians on the event would be formed.

He said “the committee will also ensure smooth movement of the Unity Torch through the major cities of the United States that have sizable Nigerian population.

“The people involved in the programme in the Diaspora are some of Nigeria’s best brains in science and technology, education, as well as top business executives. They will decide the best way to promote national unity and patriotism among Nigerians.

  

“Former adviser to Bill Clinton on Ethnic and Religious Affairs, Nigerian-born Albert Ukaigwe will also attend the meeting. His experience in ethnic and religious matters will come handy in the quest to further unite Nigeria and get the citizens to think the country first in all they do.”

De Ultimate Commander revealed that his training is being supervised by former world wrestling champion, Jimmy ‘Superfly’ Snuka, whose New Jersey gym is reputed as one of the best wrestling facilities in the world.

Meanwhile, the Enugu State Government has constituted an executive committee to ensure a successful hosting of the event, the state’s Commissioner for Sports, Charles Ndukwe, has revealed.

According to Ndukwe, who is the chairman of the local organising committee (LOC), other members of the body are the state’s commissioners for Housing and Urban Development, Charles Asogwa, Water Resources, C.O.C Egumgbe, Information, Dr. Ogbuefi Uduegbele, Intergovernmental Matters, Chuka Smart Ogbe, Senior Personal Assistant to Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi on Tourism and his PDI counterpart, Abel Nwobodo.

Culled from The Point

Heritage Bank Unveils ‘Happy Days’ Promo; Millionaires To Emerge

Heritage Bank Plc is set to introduce a promo tagged, ‘Happy Days Promo’ to empower and reward its teeming loyal customers.

The promo which is additionally designed to encourage savings at this period of a tight economic situation will see the emergence of a winner of a brand new car and a handful of millionaires from across the country when it kicks off in full swing next week (December 1, 2016).

On a monthly basis, 12 lucky customers will be rewarded monthly with 42-inch flat screen LED television sets in the 6-month life of the promo, strategically meant to also deepen financial inclusion in the country.
According to a statement from the bank, customers who save up to N100, 000 will qualify for a draw to win N1million from each of the six geo-political zones of the country at the end of the fifth month while a customer that saves up to N500, 000 by May 2017 will stand a chance to win a brand new saloon car.

To participate in the promo, accounts must be opened or reactivated with a minimum balance of N20, 000 to attract a gift and a raffle ticket with an additional monthly N20,000 giving the account holder more chances of winning the prizes.

The statement further said that the draws would be done at the end of every month from December 2016 to May 2017 in the six geo-political zones with two customers winning TV sets in the six geo-political zones. Altogether, customers will win 48 TV sets.
“The ‘Happy Days’ promo, underscores our determination to improve the standard of living and lifestyle of our customers who deserve the reward for their unflinching loyalty to the brand since the bank berthed three years ago.”

The promo is open to persons from age 18 years and above.