Day: October 18, 2014

After Ceasefire Deal, Boko Haram Kills Many In Borno

Barely 48 hours after news went viral that the Nigerian government and Boko Haram Islamic sect have sealed an agreement to end ceasefire in north east Nigeria, members of the deadly group have launched an attack in Borno, which has claimed several lives, according to latest reports. It was gathered that the group stormed Maikadiri…

Jonathan Praises Gowon At 80

President Goodluck Jonathan has described former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon as critical part of Nigerian history. Jonathan, in a congratulatory message to mark the 80th birthday of the Plateau State born retired army, said Nigeria will always owe Gowon for his immense contribution to the unity and progress of the country after the…

Former Imo Gov, Ikedi Ohakim Gets Grandson

Aproko247 has confirmed that the former Imo State Governor, Ikedi Ohakim, is now a proud grandfather. This magazine confirmed this news via the ex-governor’s Facebook page. An elated Ohakim announced the news on the popular social media platform. “Our God is faithful! Please celebrate with me, I’m now a grand dad,” the former governor wrote…

Atiku Hails FG, Boko Haram Ceasefire Treaty

Former Nigeria’s Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar, has welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire between the Federal Government and the Boko Haram Islamic sect. News of the agreement was widely reported in the Nigerian media, including Aproko247, though a known contact with the group, Ahmad Salkida, doubted the credibility of the development. Atiku took to his Twitter…

Jonathan May Join 2015 Presidential Race Today

There are strong indications that President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan may formally declare his intention to contest in the 2015 Presidential election today. He is expected attend the Transformation Ambassadors of Nigeria, TAN, rally on Saturday, 18 October 2014, at the Eagle Square in Abuja. TAN is a pro-Jonathan group wooing Nigerians to give the President…

Veteran Actor, Ngozi Ezeonu Buries Mum In Grand Style

All roads led to Azu Ogbunike in Oyi local government area of Anambra State on Friday, October 17, 2014, when prominent actress, Ngozi Ezeonu laid her mother to rest. The event was attended by some of her colleagues in the movie industry, who honoured her with their presence. The deceased, Mrs Ezenwanyi Joy Nonyelum Ikpelue,…