Fresh Abuja blast leaves several people dead

I'm bringing an update on this now because I was on my way out of Nigeria last night when the news broke. Just landed to hear that 30 people may have been killed in the blast. Some media outlets are reporting as high as 70 while CNN puts the figure at 9 and NEMA at 10.

The blast occurred last night Thursday May 1st around 8.20 at Karshi Taxi Park, very close to the scene of the April 14th bomb blast. It is believed that the explosion came from a bomb-laden car parked at the taxi park. Eye witnesses said that some victims had their body parts scattered on the ground, while some were burnt beyond recognition.

A statement released by the NSCDC and NEMA said that 10 bodies were recovered from the scene while several others were taken to different hospitals.

"While security agencies have condoned off the area of the explosion in Nyanya, Abuja, response agencies have moved injured victims to hospitals and at least 10 lifeless bodies have been deposited in the mortuary while 13 unconscious victims are receiving medical attention in different hospitals in Abuja. Other injured victims too are being attended to." the statement read in part.
Some security sources said yesterday that they believe the bomb was set to explode early this morning, just like the Nyanya blast that went off as commuters gathered at the park to take transport to their various destinations, but something went wrong and the bomb accidentally went off, killing the driver and others around him. Meanwhile, NEMA has called on FCT residents to donate blood to help victims of the blast. This can't keep happening. It just can't! See more pics after the cut...

Breaking! Another Bomb Blast Close To Nyanya Park | Graphic Photos

Reports reaching us now is that an explosion has rocked Nyanya in Abuja, eye-witnesses via social media have shared that the bomb exploded close to where the previous explosion rocked. The first explosion happened at about 7.00 a.m on the 14th, April 2014. Casualties have been reported and Fredrick Nwabufo, TheCable’s Abuja Correspondent, immediately counted four dead person as at first count. See another photo below from the scene of the explosion.

Former Deputy Senate President, Wash Pam, dies at 73

Senator Wash Pam, a former Deputy Senator President has passed on. He died today May 1st at the National Hospital Abuja after a long battle with prostrate cancer.

The elder-statesman from Plateau state served as Deputy Senate President under Joseph Wayas from 1979 to 1983. He was survived by two wives and 18 children. May his soul rest in peace Amen.

Photos: #BringBackOurGirls protest in Kaduna

Women in Kaduna state took to the streets today May 1st to demand the release of schoolgirls that were abducted from their hostel in Chibok, Borno state on April 15th. See more photos after the cut..

Floyd Mayweather puts ex on blast. Says they broke up because she aborted their babies

What a child this guy is. A very jealous Floyd Mayweather put his ex-fiancee, Shantel Jackson, on blast online earlier today. Here's what happened. Shantel posted a pic of herself and rapper Nelly on her instagram page, calling him a real friend. Thing is, there have been rumours recently that the two were dating, though Nelly has since denied this.

Moments after Shantel posted the pic, the boxing champ posted a picture of an ultra-sound with Shantel's name on it claiming the real reason they broke up was because she aborted their twin babies. Of course he deleted the pic minutes later but not before it spread like wild fire. Not nice...

Pics: Davido, Mafikizolo, Kcee,Sound Sultan @Tchelete video launch

Davido and Mafikizolo yesterday released the visuals to their hit-bound collaboration Tchelete. Mafikizolo was in Nigeria for the launch and other MTN stars turned up for the event as well. The launch took place at Dollhouse Lagos and featured performances from Davido and Mafikizolo, Kcee, Chidninma, Sound Sultan and others. Continue to see more photos...

Dr. Sid announces he's now an MTN ambassador

Congrats to him. And it's his birthday today. Happy birthday and many happy returns

Photos: May Day fire at Lekki

A diesel truck fell and burst into flames on Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1 this morning. Thankfully no lives were lost. See more pics after the cut...

“Jesus Not Coming Back By The Looks Of It” Admits Vatican Cardinal

Cardinal Giorgio Salvadore has officially announced that this years 1,981st anniversary is to be the Vatican’s last in regards to waiting for the Lord to return to Earth. But he urged followers to still continue with their faith, regardless of the news.

Cardinal Salvadore said, “We just feel Jesus is not coming back by the looks of it. It’s been ages like. He’s probably flat out doing other really good things for people somewhere else.”

In chapter John 14:1-3 of the Bible, Jesus promised his disciples that he would come again: “There are many homes up where my Father lives, and I am going to prepare them for your coming. When everything is ready, then I will come and get you, so that you can always be with Me where I am. If this weren’t so, I would tell you plainly.”

Cardinal explained Jesus’ broken promise saying that he was probably drinking wine at the time when he made the comments. “Having the ability to turn water into wine had its ups and its downs. We all make promises we can’t keep when we’re drunk. Jesus was no different,” added Cardinal Salvadore.

The church said it will now focus attentions on rebuilding its reputation around the world, but will keep an optimistic mind for the savior’s second coming.

Nigerian doctor pleads guilty to illegal distribution of painkillers

A Nigerian doctor is getting some time in the US for the illegal distribution of painkillers. Apparently it's the same doctor who was convicted of molestation 2 years ago and suspended from the Physicians Association in Indiana.

Wishtv.com reports

An Indianapolis doctor has pleaded guilty to illegally distributing painkillers. According to the Marion County Prosecutor’s office, Dr. Segun Rasaki pleaded guilty Wednesday to two felony dealing charges. Officials say the doctor was writing prescriptions to multiple patients, even after his right to do so had been suspended.
In 2012, Dr. Rasaki was convicted of sexual battery and battery against two patients. The doctor received a one year sentence for that conviction. Rasaki is scheduled to be sentenced on May 27.

Check out the 7-carat diamond ring George Clooney gave new fiancee

I heard a few days ago that chronic bachelor George Clooney was engaged but I decided not to carry it until I saw a ring. It was hard to believe, especially because he's only dated this woman for less than seven months. But praise be to God, the news is true. George reportedly proposed the traditional way - on bended knee - to Lebanese-born, Oxford-educated lawyer, Amal Alamuddin on April 22nd with a 7-carat emerald-cut diamond ring with two tapered baguettes set in platinum, which he helped design.

People magazine has exclusively obtained a pic of the ring and it's beautiful. There are reports that they are planning to marry before September. When a man knows, he knows! Congrats to George. Continue...




Amal is a top lawyer whose work includes issues related to Syria, drones and Wikileaks and is also anadviser to former UN Secretary general Kofi Annan, now the special envoy to Syria.

Amal reportedly got George very interested by turning him down twice when he asked her to dinner. She said she was too busy but agreed to the third date. Six months later, she did what no woman has been able to do in over 20 years, get a ring from George

This will be the second trip down the aisle for Clooney. He was married to Talia Balsam from 1989 to 1993

Happy New Month & Happy Workers' Day

You're going to get knocked down more times than you care for. People will tell you that you can't succeed, that you can't do it. They will say you're not good enough, not strong enough, that you don't have what it takes. They will laugh at you, make fun of you, talk behind your back. Your seeming failure will make them feel good. They want you down so that they can keep stepping on you. As far as they are concerned, your life is not going anywhere. But you have to understand one thing, they are not your God. They don't know you like that. They don't know what drives you, what motivates you, what shines inside of you. They don't know your strength, your will or your power.

They forget that you are one thing and one thing only. You are a divine being, specially created. You are a deity in jeans and t-shirt. You are magnificent, you are brilliant and there's absolutely nothing you can't do if you set your mind to it. They can't tell you what you can or can't do, what you can or can't be! You have a strength inside of you that even you are not aware of. You are stronger than you think, braver than you believe. There's a god in you. Whenever you are in doubt, look inside of you, there's a source of strength deep inside that will always spring up when you look. Go out and achieve, not because you want to shut people up but because your dreams are worth it. You are worth it!

Happy New Month people..and Happy Workers Day!
Kisses