Sunday, 15 February 2015
Saturday, 14 February 2015
Presidency accuses OBJ of plotting political crisis in order to an head interim government
We find the false claims and allegations reportedly made against President Goodluck Jonathan by Chief Olusegun Obasanjo on Saturday in Abeokuta very odious and repugnant.
As we have had cause to say before, it is most regrettable indeed that a man like Chief Obasanjo, who should know better, chooses to repeatedly, wantonly, and maliciously impugn the integrity of a sitting President of his country for the primary purpose of self-promotion.
It is obvious from Chief Obasanjo’s serial vituperations against President Jonathan who is doing his best to positively transform Nigeria for the benefit of all of its people that he has willfully chosen to close his eyes to the present administration’s good works and intentions. For reasons best known to him, Chief Obasanjo has set his mind on regime change by fair or foul means.
Otherwise, it would be completely senseless, irrational and out of place for Chief Obasanjo, who still claims to belong to the same party as the President, to accuse President Jonathan of plotting to win the rescheduled presidential elections by “hook or crook” and planning to plunge the nation into crisis if he loses the election.
For the record, President Jonathan has no such intention and will continue to give the greatest possible support to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and other relevant federal agencies to ensure that the rescheduled elections are successfully conducted.
Indeed, it is not President Jonathan who remains faithful to his oath of office who is trying to plunge Nigeria into crisis, but Chief Obasanjo who is scheming to plunge the country into chaos in pursuit of a selfish and highly egocentric agenda.
Chief Obasanjo’s plot with others within and outside the country to thwart the general elections and foist an unconstitutional Interim National Government, which he hopes to head on the nation is well known to us, but by the Grace of God Almighty, his odious plan to return to power through the back door will fail woefully.
We know very well that it is in pursuit of this nefarious plot that the former President continues to sow the seeds of discord and crises in the polity by purporting to remain in the ruling party while openly consorting with the opposition, endorsing its candidates and predicting victory for opposition candidates in a manner most unbecoming of a supposed elder statesman. Thankfully, the vast majority of Nigerians who are patriotic and right-thinking cannot be fooled by Chief Obasanjo’s antics.
We urge them to be assured that President Jonathan's commitment to democracy in all its ramifications remains constant and that he will never be party to the use of any unlawful means to remain in office or gain political advantage over his opponents.
The President stands by his commitment, which he reaffirmed on national television last Wednesday that on his watch, all elections in Nigeria, will be free, fair and credible, and that all certified election results will be respected. As President Jonathan has also assured the nation, the rescheduling of the general elections was in the best interest of the nation and was never driven by any ulterior motive on the part of government as Chief Obasanjo and others have alleged.
President Jonathan will continue to put his best efforts into giving Nigeria quality leadership and will not be distracted from his purpose by unwarranted and needless criticism by persons who ought to know better.
Reuben Abati Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity) -
Presidency accuses OBJ of plotting political crisis in order to an head interim government
We find the false claims and allegations reportedly made against President Goodluck Jonathan by Chief Olusegun Obasanjo on Saturday in Abeokuta very odious and repugnant.
As
we have had cause to say before, it is most regrettable indeed that a
man like Chief Obasanjo, who should know better, chooses to repeatedly,
wantonly, and maliciously impugn the integrity of a sitting President of
his country for the primary purpose of self-promotion.
Some chibok girls died due to stress......................too bad
After 306 days of Chibok girls’ abduction, 13 parents of those kidnapped by Boko Haram girls have died due to stress-related illnesses.
According to an online report by the Associated Press (AP), there are hundreds of other girls and boys that have been abducted in different villages across the three northeastern states of Borno, Adamawa and Yobe since the Chibok incident.
The AP reports that the Boko Haram sect now sees mass kidnappings as a shining symbol of success. Consequently, the militants brag to their new captives about the surrender of the Chibok girls, their conversion to Islam and their marriage to fighters.
A 15-year-old girl, Abigail John, who was held by Boko Haram for more than four weeks before escaping, said that “they told her the Chibok girls have a new life where they learn to fight”. “They said we should be like them and accept Islam,” she added.
Fidgeted Abigail recounted how one fighter, nicknamed ’Tall Arab”, was set on marrying her. She pleaded that she was too young, but was told, “Do you think you are better than those Chibok girls that we kidnapped?”
The man told her the Chibok girls had turned against their parents, and were “ready to slit their parents’ throats” if they ever saw them again.
He added that the the Chibok girls were all Muslims now, and some were training as fighters to fight women, which Boko Haram men are not supposed to do.
She added that when the Nigerian air force dropped a bomb on the house where she and others were confined, she tried to escape. She stated that she wrestled with the fighters, but they broke her arm and hauled her off to another house. However, later she and others were eventually able to escape and made their way to safety, aided by some villagers who saw them.
President Goodluck Jonathan, had on Wednesday, during a live media chat told the nation that the Chibok girls would be recovered alive in a few weeks. Details on the Leadership.
According to an online report by the Associated Press (AP), there are hundreds of other girls and boys that have been abducted in different villages across the three northeastern states of Borno, Adamawa and Yobe since the Chibok incident.
The AP reports that the Boko Haram sect now sees mass kidnappings as a shining symbol of success. Consequently, the militants brag to their new captives about the surrender of the Chibok girls, their conversion to Islam and their marriage to fighters.
A 15-year-old girl, Abigail John, who was held by Boko Haram for more than four weeks before escaping, said that “they told her the Chibok girls have a new life where they learn to fight”. “They said we should be like them and accept Islam,” she added.
Fidgeted Abigail recounted how one fighter, nicknamed ’Tall Arab”, was set on marrying her. She pleaded that she was too young, but was told, “Do you think you are better than those Chibok girls that we kidnapped?”
The man told her the Chibok girls had turned against their parents, and were “ready to slit their parents’ throats” if they ever saw them again.
He added that the the Chibok girls were all Muslims now, and some were training as fighters to fight women, which Boko Haram men are not supposed to do.
She added that when the Nigerian air force dropped a bomb on the house where she and others were confined, she tried to escape. She stated that she wrestled with the fighters, but they broke her arm and hauled her off to another house. However, later she and others were eventually able to escape and made their way to safety, aided by some villagers who saw them.
President Goodluck Jonathan, had on Wednesday, during a live media chat told the nation that the Chibok girls would be recovered alive in a few weeks. Details on the Leadership.
Some chibok girls died due to stress......................too bad
After 306 days of Chibok girls’ abduction, 13 parents of
those kidnapped by Boko Haram girls have died due to stress-related
illnesses.
According to an online report by the Associated Press (AP), there are hundreds of other girls and boys that have been abducted in different villages across the three northeastern states of Borno, Adamawa and Yobe since the Chibok incident.
The AP reports that the Boko Haram sect now sees mass kidnappings as a shining symbol of success. Consequently, the militants brag to their new captives about the surrender of the Chibok girls, their conversion to Islam and their marriage to fighters.
A 15-year-old girl, Abigail John, who was held by Boko Haram for more than four weeks before escaping, said that “they told her the Chibok girls have a new life where they learn to fight”. “They said we should be like them and accept Islam,” she added.
Fidgeted Abigail recounted how one fighter, nicknamed ’Tall Arab”, was set on marrying her. She pleaded that she was too young, but was told, “Do you think you are better than those Chibok girls that we kidnapped?”
The man told her the Chibok girls had turned against their parents, and were “ready to slit their parents’ throats” if they ever saw them again.
He added that the the Chibok girls were all Muslims now, and some were training as fighters to fight women, which Boko Haram men are not supposed to do.
She added that when the Nigerian air force dropped a bomb on the house where she and others were confined, she tried to escape. She stated that she wrestled with the fighters, but they broke her arm and hauled her off to another house. However, later she and others were eventually able to escape and made their way to safety, aided by some villagers who saw them.
President Goodluck Jonathan, had on Wednesday, during a live media chat told the nation that the Chibok girls would be recovered alive in a few weeks. Details on the Leadership.
According to an online report by the Associated Press (AP), there are hundreds of other girls and boys that have been abducted in different villages across the three northeastern states of Borno, Adamawa and Yobe since the Chibok incident.
The AP reports that the Boko Haram sect now sees mass kidnappings as a shining symbol of success. Consequently, the militants brag to their new captives about the surrender of the Chibok girls, their conversion to Islam and their marriage to fighters.
A 15-year-old girl, Abigail John, who was held by Boko Haram for more than four weeks before escaping, said that “they told her the Chibok girls have a new life where they learn to fight”. “They said we should be like them and accept Islam,” she added.
Fidgeted Abigail recounted how one fighter, nicknamed ’Tall Arab”, was set on marrying her. She pleaded that she was too young, but was told, “Do you think you are better than those Chibok girls that we kidnapped?”
The man told her the Chibok girls had turned against their parents, and were “ready to slit their parents’ throats” if they ever saw them again.
He added that the the Chibok girls were all Muslims now, and some were training as fighters to fight women, which Boko Haram men are not supposed to do.
She added that when the Nigerian air force dropped a bomb on the house where she and others were confined, she tried to escape. She stated that she wrestled with the fighters, but they broke her arm and hauled her off to another house. However, later she and others were eventually able to escape and made their way to safety, aided by some villagers who saw them.
President Goodluck Jonathan, had on Wednesday, during a live media chat told the nation that the Chibok girls would be recovered alive in a few weeks. Details on the Leadership.
FAB-5 Football Initiative powered by Indomie Noodles rewards pupils
The Fab-5 Footballinitiative primarily targeted at public primary schools and designed to promote Education using Football as a tool at the grassroot rewards 3 new pupils to its growing Scholarship & Mentoring programme scheme. The Fab-5 Football Initiative is in 3 tiers. The 5 aside Football Competition, Scholarship/Mentoring programme and the Soccer school
The Initiative powered by Indomie Noodles is contributing its selfless quota to the development of the Nigerian child and has been consistent in its activities.
The Initiative powered by Indomie Noodles is contributing its selfless quota to the development of the Nigerian child and has been consistent in its activities.
The 1st tier which is the 5 aside Football Competition commenced on the 28th & 30th JAN at the Agege and campos ministadium. It climaxed with a carnival like event on the 5th of FEB at the Campos mini stadium. Opebi primary school triumphed over favorites Ebutte Metta Primary school.
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FAB-5 Football Initiative powered by Indomie Noodles rewards pupils
The Fab-5 Football
initiative primarily targeted at public primary schools and designed to promote
Education using Football as a tool at the grassroot rewards 3 new pupils to its
growing Scholarship & Mentoring programme scheme. The Fab-5 Football
Initiative is in 3 tiers. The 5 aside Football Competition,
Scholarship/Mentoring programme and the Soccer school
The Initiative powered by Indomie Noodles is contributing its selfless quota to the development of the Nigerian child and has been consistent in its activities.
The Initiative powered by Indomie Noodles is contributing its selfless quota to the development of the Nigerian child and has been consistent in its activities.
The 1st tier which is the 5 aside Football
Competition commenced on the 28th & 30th JAN at the Agege and campos mini
stadium. It climaxed with a carnival like event on the 5th of FEB at the Campos
mini stadium. Opebi primary school triumphed over favorites Ebutte Metta
Primary school.
Building your six packs continued.......................
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BAND-RESISTED JACKKNIFE
HOW TO DO IT: Secure a looped resistance band to a pullup bar and suspend your ankles in the end as you assume a pushup position. Without rounding your back, bend your knees and pull them toward your torso. Pause, and return to the starting position. Do 3 sets of 8 reps.
WHY IT WORKS: "This exercise forces you to move your hips and thighs against resistance while keeping your core stable," says Mike Robertson, C.S.C.S., co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training. "It's a jackknife on steroids, and it builds the type of core strength you need to maintain stability during big lower-body exercises, like squats and deadlifts."
DIAGONAL WHEEL ROLLOUTS
HOW TO DO IT: Kneel and grasp the handles of an ab wheel, holding them directly beneath your shoulders. Without moving your knees, brace your core and roll the wheel forward and to the right as far as you can without letting your hips sag. Pause, and return to the starting position. Do 3 sets of 10 reps per side.
WHY IT WORKS: The rollout starts with the stretching of your abs and obliques and ends with their forceful contraction. "That leads to a good muscle-damage response," says Craig Ballantyne, C.T.T., creator of Turbulence Training. "Your body then repairs the damage by packing on muscle, making you stronger."
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Six Moves to a Six-Pack
Nothing says "fit" like a wash-board stomach. And nothing makes achieving one harder than doing the same exercises every week. "Your body adapts and stops responding to exercises over time, stalling your progress," says Bill Hartman, C.S.C.S., co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training. That's why it's important to regularly hit the refresh button on your ab routine. "Adding different exercises to your workouts gives your muscles a new stimulus and triggers growth," says Hartman. The result: head-turning abs in significantly less time.
But attracting more attention at the beach—and in the bedroom—isn't the only reason to pursue a chiseled midsection. "A strong core helps you maintain the optimal alignment of your pelvis and torso in everything you do, whether you're going big at the gym or carrying a cooler across a campsite," says Hartman. "If you can't maintain that alignment—characterized by a natural S-curve in your spine—your joints are thrown out of whack, increasing your risk of injury and limiting the amount of weight you can lift."
This summer, take a break from your usual ab exercises and weave two of these moves into each of your weekly workouts. Which two you pick doesn't matter as long as you choose a different pair each time. Then prepare yourself for the result: a six-pack that goes everywhere you do.
KETTLEBELL PULLOVER
HOW TO DO IT: Lie on your back and raise your legs. Bend your knees 90 degrees and spread them apart while keeping the bottoms of your feet together. Lift a kettlebell straight above your head, holding the sides of the handle in both hands. Lower the weight behind you, stopping a foot off the floor. Hold for 30 seconds, and lift it back above your head. That's 1 rep. Do 5.
WHY IT WORKS: "Pulling things overhead while lying on your back is what you did when you were a baby," says Hartman. "It's a natural movement that perfectly aligns your extremities and loads your trunk, activating and strengthening your core."
Want more kettlebell moves? See if you can swing it with this classic kettlebell swing challenge.
PLANK CABLE ROW
HOW TO DO IT: Attach a handle to the low pulley of a cable station and face it in a plank position, resting your weight on your forearms. Grab the handle in your right hand with your arm outstretched. This is the starting position. Pull the handle toward your right side, stopping when your elbow touches your ribs. Return to the starting position. Do 3 sets of 10 reps per arm.
WHY IT WORKS: "Pulling weight toward you in a plank engages your lats, abs, and obliques," says Tony Gentilcore, C.S.C.S., a trainer at Cressey Performance in Massachusetts. "That not only rocks your core and boosts torso stability but also helps you build a better-looking back."
KETTLEBELL RACK CARRY
HOW TO DO IT: Grab two kettlebells and "rack" them, holding the kettlebells in front of your chest with your elbows tucked, your palms facing in, and the bottom of each bell resting between your biceps and forearms. Walk 50 to 75 feet. That's 1 set. Do 3 to 4, resting 30 to 45 seconds between them.
WHY IT WORKS: "When you walk with weight in the racked position, your core has to work extra hard to keep you steady," says Zach Even-Esh, founder of Underground Strength Gym in Edison, New Jersey. "That forced stabilization is one of the most effective methods there is for developing strong abs and a healthy back."
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