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Troops of 202 Battalion of 21 Brigade Nigerian Army in Conjunction with elements of Mobile Strike Teams (MSTs) on Operations LAFIYA DOLE, in furtherance of clearance and blockade Operation DEEP PUNCH 2, on Saturday 25th November 2017, cleared Boko Haram terrorists' enclaves in Abusuriwa, Newchina, Bonzon, Usmanari, Goyayeri, Shitimari, Gashimari, Awaram amongst other villages in Bama Local Government   Area of Borno State. The troops whose continuous resolve in routing out the remnants of the suspected terrorists hibernating within the Brigade’s Area of Responsibility ensured that their superior fire power made the terrorists to flee in disarray leading to the capture of one suspected terrorist, while 8 of the Boko Haram terrorists were neutralized. The gallant troops were also able to recover 4 AK-47 Rifles, 3 Magazines, 7 Dane guns and Machetes, amongst other items. In addition, the troops also rescued 3 men, 12 women as well as 15 Children, among whom were an aged man a

      Today at the State House, President Muhammadu Buhari launched Nigeria's National Action Plan for Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism.From the photo ''President Muhammadu Buhari launched Nigeria's Policy Framework and National Action Plan for Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism at the Council Chambers,State House in Abuja''.

       Kim Kardashian is advertising the launch of her new makeup with a semi-nude photo she poured a lot of shimmer {shine shine} on her body today.She captioned the photo above '' Ultralight Beams highlighters & glosses launching Dec 1st on   KKWBEAUTY.COM  ''.She also shared a photo of her daughter with the caption '' My little cherry blossom baby''  One more photo below.

      Fashion should be taken very seriously,most people think is just to show-off but to tell you the truth people associate themselves more with people that are well dressed.Most children in high school became the most famous not just because they are beautiful but because themselves and their click have a good sense of style.Likewise in the university,a lady that dresses very well is always termed as the big girl in school,but you will be surprised that the lady might not be as wealthy as other ladies.On sunday was Christ the Kings day,a day to proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord.The code for that is suppose to be purple but for one reason or the other the colour red is what people are wearing including the priest.I wore a red long coat suit with a cream-white camisole,cream and gold purse because the long coat have gold buttons,gold watch and bracelet then red transparent heel shoe.I hope you like my combination.More photos below.

        President Muhammadu Buhari departs Abuja for Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, to attend the 5th EU-AU Summit.From the photos,former Governor of Lagos State Bola Ahmed Tinubu,was part President Buhari's entourage.More photos below.

        Vice President Yemi Osinbajo attends President Uhuru Kenyatta's Second Term inauguration in Nairobi.More update later.One more photo below.

    Economic and Financial Crimes Commission had today declared one Anambra man identified as Ndubuisi Amobi Ezennia wanted for Obtaining money by False Pretence.His last known address was Block 2A,Flat 6,Millenium Shelter Estate,Lugbe,.Abuja and No. 39,Kwame Nkuruma Cresent,Asokoro,Abuja.Anybody with information concerning his whereabouts should please contact the Commission in itss Lagos,Enugu,Kano,Gombe,Port Harcourt and Abuja or through the numbers written on the picture.

       As part of efforts to ease the process of shopping in Lagos Island Markets, the Lagos State Government through the Office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Central Business Districts has launched a web-based electronic business guide. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Central Business Districts, Mr. Agboola Dabiri at a public display and launching of the electronic business directory, said the prese nt administration is exploring the advantage of technology to ease the process of doing business in the ever populated Lagos Island markets. He said with the launch of the electronic business guide, shoppers would no longer have to drive from one shop to another searching for goods or services on Lagos Island as they can easily log on to the website and contact dealers of their desired goods from their phones, laptops or desktops. Dabiri disclosed that the launch of the electronic business guide is one of the requirements of being a member of the International

       A boy of 13 years known as ifeanacho from Amankpu in Mgbakwu North killed a python wih a cutlass. Below are pictures of him with the python. WE ASK : It was believed that pythons are sacred in most places in Anambra. WE ASK : It was believed that pythons are sacred in most places in Anambra. Is what ifeanacho did considered to be a sacrilege?.But if the python swallowed the boy would we still say is sacrilege?.More photos below.

        It was a sad moment for the family of an Anglican priest, Ven Ernest Ezumezu of Nnewi diocese, who reportedly collapsed and died while preaching. According to information shared on Facebook, Ven Ernest Ezumezu, died on Friday night while preaching during a crusade in Anambra state. The priest was said to have collapsed in the middle of his sermon and was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital. Those who know him have taken to Facebook to mourn the loss. May his soul Rest In Peace.One more photo below.

       A photo of a Catholic priest celebrating Christ the King {Corpus christi} in consonance with the Igbo cultural heritage in the eastern part of Nigeria on sunday - has sparked heated debated online after the picture emerged. In the picture, the Priest has the monstrance lifted up above for veneration, and by the sides of the van are two men who have a pot of calabash filled with burning charcoal and frankincense which signifies the passage of Kings. The  white chalk or "nzu” were also drawn on the chests of the traditional men.What do you think?

       Though it is obvious he must have deleted the photo from social media but you know that there is something called the fastest fingers,most of his fans ripped the Snap chat/photo from his page before he blinked.The photo showed his newly wedded wife putting on her pant after they finished making love.This is what Omotola Jalade was talking about Banky W and his wife staying away from social media and keeping their marriage life private .Banky W should stop taking bedroom selfie because his no longer living alone and didn't he view the photo before he posted it on line?.He should walk in shame now you know.He even captured the photo ''My goodness #Baad2017 #The afterParty #MySAExperience''.He also captioned a photo showing they are on their to Johannesburg in a plane which is the second photo after the write up.He captioned it ''  bankywellington Goodbye and thank you soooo much  #Capetown  for the memories.  Hello  #johannesburg   Journey mercies in J

          A Disc Jockey (DJ) hired to perform at a burial ceremony in Anambra was reportedly killed by a stray bullet from the gun of a vigilante operative. The burial ceremony for Evangelist Vitalis Ihemeje was taking place in Alaife Umuaku Uli, in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State and Lotachukwu Nwagboso, a 34-year-old father-of-four, was playing music at the event when he was allegedly killed by one Ibeanozie, who is presently at  large. Nwagboso, from Ndikpo Umuaku Uli, was hit by a stray bullet when the vigilante operative put his gun on his motorcycle while trying to start the bike and the gun went off.Nwagboso died on the spot. The incident sparked outrage as youths of Ndikpo went on a rampage, destroying property and pulling down houses belonging to the suspect, as well as those of the family that organized the ceremony of their father.The elder brother of the suspect, Ifeanyi Ibeanozie, said they were friends to the bereaved family, hence their commitme

      His Royal Highness   The Prince of Wales   is delighted to announce the engagement of   Prince Harry   to Ms. Meghan Markle. The wedding will take place in Spring 2018. Further details about the wedding day will be announced in due course. His Royal Highness and Ms. Markle became engaged in London earlier this month. Prince Harry has informed Her Majesty The Queen and other close members of his family. Prince Harry has also sought and received the blessing of Ms. Markle's parents. The couple will live in Nottingham Cottage at Kensington Palace. The couple will also take part in a broadcast interview to be aired this evening UK time.The engagement was officially announced yesterday monday.