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Gas explosion kills three in Imo state

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A gas explosion has killed three persons at the Okpokiri filling station, Orji town in Owerri North council of  Imo state . According to witnesses, the incident damaged part of the filling station on Monday. It also destroyed part of a bank and primary schoolbuilding close to it. Further report showed that the explosion occurred around 5:45 pm with many thinking it was a bomb that had been detonated. "Initially i did not know that it gas refilling tank at the filing station that had exploded we thought that it was a bomb because of the loud noise which even shattered glass windows around the area,” a witness simply known as Emenike told Daily Sun. “Explosion killed three of the workers at the filling station as their bodies were scattered every where around the filling station.”

Gov. Obiano speaks on ”leaving APGA to APC”, says Ojukwu is of no consequence to party

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By Alia Chiemena. U The re-elected Governor of Anambra State, Willie Obiano, has vowed never to dump his party, the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, for the All Progressives Congress, APC. The Governor said there was no truth in the rumours that he will leave APGA for the APC. He said he would never leave the party on which platform he contested and won governorship seat two times. Obiano spoke to journalists in Abuja after a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja on Friday. He said, “No. Never. That is totally unfounded. I will never leave APGA. I’m the leader and the BoT chairman of APGA and again by God’s grace, the governor and governor-elect.” Obiano said APGA is a very strong party in the South East, adding that Nigerians will see more proofs in coming elections. When the Governor was asked about his relationship with his predecessor, Peter Obi, he said he had no problem with anybody. When also asked if he will woo the son...

Kim Kardashian Cuts Ties with Longtime Assistant Stephanie Shepherd: "They Aren't Really Speaking"

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Anyone who follows Kim Kardashian on social media knows how close she is to her assistant/friend Stephanie Shepherd. The pair are seemingly inseparable, and even go on vacation together.     However, recent reports claim that Kim has severed professional ties with Shepherd, and that they're not exactly in touch. "Kim made a decision to let Stephanie go," a source tells People . "She was a good assistant but when Stephanie wanted to transition into a larger role with Kim's brand and businesses, it just didn’t work. Kim gave her the chance but after a short period of time it became clear that Stephanie just didn’t have the knowledge to take on a role like that. Kim made an executive decision to part ways."The source says that Shepherd is still friends with Kim's sisters, but that she and the reality star "aren’t really speaking."       Shepherd has been working for Kim since 2013, when she became an assistant shortly befor...

Fayose signs anti-cultism bill into law

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Posted by: Udemba Chikodili Governor yodele Fayose of Ekiti State has signed into law, the bill prohibiting secret cults, terrorism and prescribing death sentence on any one caught in the act. While appending his signature to the bill at the Government House in Ado-Ekiti, on Monday, Fayose said the signing was a confirmation of the unwavering commitment of the state government to combating terrorism in the state. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Idowu Adelusi, the governor frowned at the resurgence of the scourge in the state, especially among students in tertiary institutions. “From now, any person who is a member of a secret cult, whether or not the person is in possession or in control of any offensive weapon but commits the offence, is liable to conviction to death. “Any person who gives financial or material support or assistance to a secret cult or in any manner sponsor the activities of a secret cult, commits an offence under this law and is liable or convi...

11 Things You Don't Know About Late Ex-VP, Alex Ekwueme

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By Maryjane Oruche Nigeria’s first Vice President, Dr. Alex Ekwueme died on November 19, in London, the United Kingdom. Ekwueme was flown abroad with the support of the Federal government after he slumped in his home in Anambra State. Here, DAILY POST brings you things you need to know about the late Anambra-born politician: 1.The former Vice President wedded his wife, Beatrice on December 19, 1959 and their union is blessed with children. 2. Ekwume hailed from Anambra and was born on October 21, 1932. 3. Ekwueme was the Ide of the Oko kingdom in Anambra State, where his younger brother, Lazarus, is the traditional ruler. 4. The late former Vice-President worked briefly with ESSO West Africa, Lagos, overseeing the Construction and Maintenance department. 5. He started primary school at the St John’s Anglican Central School, at Ekwulobia, then he proceeded to King’s College, Lagos. 6. He also attended the University of London; King...

Sad! Fresh Graduate of YABATECH Commits Suicide Due to Frustration (Photos)

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A fresh graduate of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Yaba College of Technology YABATECH, Oluwamuyiwa Oluwagbemileke Sir-Muel, has committed suicide as a result of frustration, according to media reports. He committed suicide  on Thursday, November 9th. The deceased who recently graduated from the  department, committed suicide by drinking a poisonous substance.  On Wednesday, he shared a post on his Facebook page encouraging everyone to be strong in the face of adversity. His friends say he had complained to them how tough his life had been. Sadly, he couldn’t hold it together anymore and decided to take his own life. He is the 2nd son and the 3rd born of his family. Hours before his death, he put up a post on his wall, asking everyone to stand by his mum when he is gone.

Congrats! Chiamaka Linda Mgbechidinma, University Of Ibadan Best Graduating Female Student

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By Ezigb ogechukwu Esther The Prestigious University of Ibadan had her convocation ceremony yesterday, 13th November 2017 and the young Mgbechidinma, Chiamaka Linda emerged as the Best Graduating Female Student of the University. Chiamaka who hails from Uli in Ihiala Local Government Area in Anambra State has all praises to give to her parents for their support and prayers. Other awards she received were: Best female graduating student Faculty of science, and Overall best graduating student, Department of Microbiology. Chiamaka is really a role model to many students.