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The RCMP say preliminary results from autopsies performed on two boys who were killed by an African rock python in Campbellton, N.B., show they died from asphyxiation. This comes only hours before a vigil is held for Noah and Connor Barthe, aged four-and-a-half and six. The boys were found dead Monday in an apartment above Reptile Ocean, an exotic pet store in Campbellton, N.B. Police said the 45-kilogram (100-pound), 4.3-metre African rock python escaped its enclosure at the pet store, slithered through a ventilation system above and fell through a ceiling into the living room where they slept. Meanwhile a reptile expert said the python may have been lured by the scent of the children because they had been playing with farm animals hours earlier. RCMP say the snake has been euthanized. The Canadian Press is reporting a reptile expert from Ontario is heading to New Brunswick to help remove animals from the exotic pet store holding the python. The team from Indian River Re

The father of the governor of Lagos state, Babatunde Fashola, Ibrahim Ademola Fashola on Monday died at the age of 80 years at an undisclosed hospital. In a statement signed by the Chief of Staff to the governor, Mr. Lanre Babalola said the remains of Elder Fashola will be buried on Tuesday, the 6th of August 2013 at Vaults and Gardens Ikoyi by 1pm. Meanwhile, President Goodluck Jonathan Monday has sent a condolence message to Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State who is presently away on lesser Hajj in Saudi Arabia A statement by the Special Adviser to the president on Media and Publicity, Dr Reuben Abati, said the president on behalf of himself, his family, the Federal Government and the people of Nigeria, conveys sincere condolences to the governor. “As they mourn Pa Fashola, President Jonathan urges Governor Fashola, his family and people of Lagos State to give thanks to God Almighty for the octogenarian’s very exemplary and accomplished life,” The President urged 

Health workers in the country, have given Health Minister, Prof. Onyebuchi Chukwu, 21 days to implement the judgement of National Industrial Court, NIC, on the 2009 agreement they had with the Federal Government or face an industrial action. Justice B.A. Adejumo of the NIC had ruled in favour of the workers, operating under the aegis of Joint Health Sector Union, JOHESU, on the implementation of the 2009 agreement but dismissed their prayers on the National Health Bill. In a letter to the Minister of Health in Abuja,  weekend, JOHESU called on the minister to immediately commence the implementation of the NIC ruling within 21 days or risk a massive industrial action in the sector. The letter entitled “Compliance and implementation of National Industrial Court of Nigeria, NICN, judgement in respect of suit No. NICN/ABJ/238/2012 delivered on Monday, July 22, 2013,” was signed by the JOHESU chairman, Dr. Ayuba Waba, and two others. The letter read: “We urge your ministry to give l

Dr. Umaru Dikko The health of the newly appointed Chairman of the Disciplinary Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party, Dr. Umaru Dikko, is giving some members of the party a cause for concern. we learnt on Thursday that Dikko, who was the Minister of Transport during the Second Republic, had gone to seek medical attention for an undisclosed ailment in a London hospital. Dikko, 77, was recently appointed to head the PDP committee by the party’s National Chairman, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur. A family source, who pleaded anonymity because he was not authorised to speak to the media on the issue, confirmed this to one of our correspondents in Kaduna. The source told our correspondent that the Second Republic minister was indeed receiving medical attention in England following an ailment he was not at liberty to disclose. The source said, “We learnt he is getting better now and we pray he will be around during Sallah (after the Muslim holy month of Ramadan). “You know, he has n

Michael Ansara, the actor who played the "Star Trek" Klingon commander Kang in the franchise's TV show, died on Wednesday, July 31. He was 91. The actor died in his home in Calabasas, Calif., after a longterm illness, according to The Hollywood Reporter. His former publicist confirmed the news on August 2. Born in Syria, Ansara came to the U.S. with his parents when he was two years old. He is known as one of the only seven "Star Trek" actors to play the same character on three different versions of the beloved series. His last appearance as Kang was in 1996. His major film roles include parts in the 1953 version of "Julius Caesar," 1961's "Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea" and "The Greatest Story Ever Told" in 1965. He also made many TV appearances on shows like "I Dream of Jeannie," "Alfred Hitchcock Presents," and "The Outer Limits." His accomplishments earned him a star on the Hollywood W

What should have been a moment of joy for a jobless couple, Mr. Elisha Bassey and his wife, Patience, turned to sadness when a set of conjoined twins was born to the family on Tuesday. The 32-year-old resident of the Federal Capital Teritory, Abuja, who is from Itu Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, and his 30-year-old wife, are currently at a loss. The conjoined twins were delivered at about 7 pm on July 2, 3013 at LUNA Hospital in Gwarinpa, Abuja. Bassey said, “The babies are joined from the stomach and chest down. They have three legs joined together, one liver, one kidney and one intestine.” Ironically, the scan that was conducted didn’t reveal that it was conjoined twins. When our correspondent visited the hospital on Friday evening, the issue was being discussed in hushed tones. Bassey told Saturday PUNCH that his wife was still in the hospital but not fully recovered. He said, “The scan was done but we were not informed that it was conjoined twins. When we

In November 2012, Miss Mercy Okpithe reported to the Batch 'C' Orientation Camp of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Anambra State. Her joy knew no bounds, as she looked forward to the opportunity to serve Nigeria for one year. The 2011 graduate of Public Administration from the Adekunle Ajasin University, Ondo State, voluntarily joined the Dance Troupe on the camp. Like Janet Jackson in her heyday, she displayed a high level of dexterity as she moved her feet and body rhythmically to music. After the camping exercise, she was posted to the Anambra South Local Government area, and she continued as a member of the Dance Troupe. But little did Mercy know that four months later, fate would have no mercy on her. Mercy, it was gathered, was severely beaten up by the Camp Commandant at the NYSC Orientation Camp, one Captain S.O. Beke, about 11:00p.m on Monday, March 18, this year. She allegedly fainted and was rushed to the camp clinic. The following day, she was trans

Finally, just when it seemed it wasn't going to happen, help arrived. And it's coming just in time as OJB celebrates his birthday today. Great news!!! According to Nomoreloss's statement, Governor Rotimi Amaechi reached out to the committee with a pledge to foot the entire bill for the transplant. He also said for now, they don't know yet where the operation will take place. Nomoreloss says: Officials of the government reached out to us this evening, (Wednesday, June 3) promising to donate a $100,000. The presentation, they say, will be made on Friday (June 5). We are indeed grateful to the Governor and the people of Rivers State. Now we can finally have that surgical procedure'  We also appreciate the kind hearts of Nigerians who have made donations and those that supported us with prayers. May God bless them all'.  We had a place in mind initially, but recently, there's been several suggestions from some quarters on better options. We would be h

It is no longer news that Wizkid replaced his crashed Panamera with a Porsche, it is also no longer news that this attracted criticisms his way. However, in a chat with Encomium Magazine, the singer has reacted to the frenzy saying:  "I needed to get another one because after the accident, I didn't have a car and I have to move around. I started taking cabs before I decided to buy this new car to move around. It is needed for work. And I don't think there's anything wrong in splashing millions on a car. If someone works hard and decides to spend on something that he thinks is good for him, why not? In fact, I don't think there's need to justify whether its is wrong or not. I work hard and I will enjoy my money." Way to go just, I quite agree with you as long as you are investing wisely in real estate or some worthy venture. 

THE Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Pius Ewherido, has died. The one-time deputy speaker of Delta State House of Assembly re reportedly fell down three days ago and collapsed at his Abuja home and had been hospitalised at the National Hospital, Abuja in preparation for treatment in Germany when he suddenly died on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Delta State government has commiserated with his family over the loss. In a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Comrade Ovuozourie Macaulay, government advised Deltans, particularly members of his Constituency to remain calm. "We pray that God grants his family, constituents and all of us, the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss," it added.

Thanks 2 some caring celeb Theodore(CEO Tee-Beatz) 8million D'banj 7million Psquare 5million Wizkid 3million 2face 1.5million Ezebe 4Million Don jazzy 1million Mercy johnson 1million Iyanya n his manager 1million Iceprince 500thousand We thank una well well. Thanks 2 d fans dat pushed all of dem 2 give. na una try pass. dem won form lik say dem no see am b4. 16mil was nided now we got 20million

Ghanaian actress Juliet Ibrahim has lashed out at the handlers of ailing producer, singer and song writer OJB Jezreel asking them ‘to reach out to the right people and stop harassing celebrities for funds’. OJB has been diagnosed with kidney failure and has made a passionate appeal to the general public to help him raise the $100, 000 (approx 16 million naira) needed for a kidney transplant. Juliet Ibrahim.. Juliet also countered this stating that a kidney transplant should cost no more than $50,000. Read the rest of the post she dropped on her Instagram page… Her statements has been met with mixed reactions from the public. Meanwhile, more and more celebrities have continued to reach out to the ailing singer as pop twins PSquare and their elder brother Jude Engees Okoye donated five million naira. Also Kukere master Iyanya and his manager Ubi Franklin have donated 1 million naira. Don Jazzy, Mercy Johnson and Rugged Man have already made their donations to OJB. The s

Ghanaian actress Juliet Ibrahim has come under fire, mortar and brimstones after releasing statements on her Instagram page that asked ailing singer and producer OJB Jezreel’s handlers “to reach out to the right people and stop harassing celebrities for funds”. In a fresh statement hastily released by her media manager, Juliet cries out that her words were misunderstood. Juliet “I don’t mean for my tweets to be misconstrued and I won’t take OJB’s health problems with levity as many have misconstrued me…all I was trying to do was bring an idea of where we can get the transplant done since it’s utmost necessary we get it done soonest and funds ain’t coming in as much expected, thus, I thought we could try a better and certified centre which isn’t as expensive as the current one in UK when there are several cheaper countries to perform the surgery. Also instead of people lashing out on celebrities, they should rather be asking the government to help. “It should be further noted th

The duo who promised to donate to the veteran producer have fulfilled their promise. According to a reliable source, the duo donated the sum of N5m to OJB yesterday. God bless them.

Rotimi and her baby (Okikiola) THE baby delivered in the toilet of Moremi Hostel by a 400-level student of Obafemi Awolowo University, Oyinlola Rotimi, has been named Nifemi, Okikiola. Rotimi, who gave birth last Tuesday, was initially accused of attempting to flush her baby boy down the septic tank. But it was later learnt that Rotimi, who was inexperienced in child bearing, thought she had a stomach upset when she was actually in labour. The 22-year-old mother, studying Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, had told our correspondent that the circumstances that surrounded the delivery of her baby made her “a celebrity.” She expressed delight with the birth of the baby, describing her experience as “unforgettable”. When asked how soon she would have another baby, she said, “not so soon,” It was gathered that the naming of the baby was low-key due to the examination going on in the school. One of Rotimi’s friends, who spoke on condition of anonymity on Wednesd

Sometime last week,there was a media buzz about a student of University of Ife who was alleged to be trying to get rid of her new born baby by flushing it down the toilet.Now its another baby that has been thrown into a well in a surburb of Lagos.Although the details are still sketchy,the picture speaks for itself...while some are praying for the fruit of the womb,others are dumping their babies in wells...God help us!!!

Lagos State First Lady,Dame Abimbola Fashola, has called on community leaders, traditional rulers and non-governmental organization in Lagos to use their influence to sensitize residents, especially pregnant women and children, to the need to use primary healthcare centers in their locality in order to reduce maternal and child mortality in the state. She made this call at the Lagos West II Senatorial District town hall meeting on maternal and child reduction programme at Awuwo Odofin Local government secretariat, noting that more people would use the services provided by the primary healthcare centers if community leaders as well as traditional monarchs would make public announcement. “To enable all targeted groups take advantage of these services, community leaders needs to be actively involved. We don’t want our children and pregnant women to die young. I appeal to Lagosians to take advantage of this opportunity by ensuring that every member of the family, particularly children

For the first time, a Nigerian hospital has blazed the trail in metallic replacement of the whole arm bone, shoulder and elbow joints. The life-saving medical procedure which is the first in Nigeria and West Africa was performed by a team of surgeons at Lagoon Hospitals, Lagos. The team was led by Dr. Segun Abudu, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon at the Royal Orthopedic Hospital, Birmingham UK, seconded to the hospital. Commenting on the ground breaking surgery, the Hygeia Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Lars Stork noted that a significant number of Nigerians who go abroad for similar treatment will now have it done in the country. Stork added that the outstanding achievement demonstrated the commitment of the hospital to operating at global standards. Research shows that there are only approximately 50 – 60 cases of this type of surgery performed even in the UK to date, therefore making this surgery historical. This operation adds to the number of high-end surgeries we ha

By: Tia Ghose, LiveScience Staff Writer Published: 06/13/2013 05:04 PM EDT on LiveScience Ladies, here's one more thing you can blame on men: menopause. At least, that's according to a new theory. Women go through menopause because men have consistently preferred younger women in recent evolutionary history, according to a study published today (June 13) in the journal PLOS Computational Biology.Thus, menopause is not evolutionarily advantageous and may be the result of a series of random, harmful mutations that accumulated in women but weren't acted on by evolution because the women had already reproduced by the time the mutations affected them. "Our first assumption is that mating in humans is not random with respect to age, which means men of all ages prefer to mate with younger women," said study co-author Rama Singh, an evolutionary biologist at McMaster University in Canada. "If mating is with younger women, any deleterious mutations which affe

The Ogun State Police Command, Sunday, said it has arrested one Dr. Babawale Joshua who owned Ajike Medical Centre at 11, Adeyemi Street, Saka, Sango Ota, for suspected ritual activities and disrespect to the corpse of a 13-month-old baby who died in his hospital, Saturday. According the Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, for the state, Mr Muyiwa Ogunjobi, the police discovered that the boy’s corpse was mutilated. He told Vanguard that  the eyes, tongue, two lips, two ears, private part, nails and the left hand and veins were cut off at the hospital. The hospital