Release Our Son Now, Ibori Kinsmen Tell British Govt

The kinsmen of a former Delta State governor, Chief James Ibori, have alleged that it was Ibori’s clamour for fiscal federalism to enable the people of the Niger Delta region to control their resources that led to his incarceration in a British jail.

The allegation is contained in an 11-point communiqué issued at the end of the Oghara 2016 Summit held in Asaba, the state capital, yesterday.

They lauded the former governor for his foresight in developing the state.

The communiqué was signed by an elder brother to the former governor and the Unugbrogodo of Ogharefe, Chief Williams Ibori;   the Unugbrogodo of Oghareki, Chief Williams Usabor; and the Chairman of the summit, Chief Emmanuel Ighomena.

It decried the continued neglect of the Oghara Independent Power Plant.

In the communiqué, the people of Oghara Kingdom in the Ethiope West Council Area of the state also lauded Ibori, who was a governor from 1999 to 2007, for laying the foundation for the state development.

The communiqué read, “Despite his good works for which he was lauded by all and sundry, the travails of our son, Chief Ibori, is mainly the fallout of his unrelenting stand and clamour for fiscal federalism through the control of resources of the Niger Delta by her people. We therefore unequivocally call for his immediate and unconditional release by the British government.”

FBI officials investigating possible Al Qaeda terror attack planned for day before election

FBI officials are on the alert after reports emerged of a possible Al Qaeda Terror attack in three states - New York, Texas and Virginia next week Monday, the day before the U.S presidential elections. FBI officials haven't yet confirmed if these cities named are the only cities targeted and actual details of a possible attack still remains sketchy.

“The counterterrorism and homeland security communities remain vigilant and well-postured to defend against attacks here in the United States,” an FBI source told CBS News on Friday. Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump will face off on the 8th of November, as America elects it's next leader of the White House.

Security guard with large tumour growing on his face for 12 years gets sacked after customers complained about his looks. Pictures

A security guard, Sipho Hadebe, who has had a large tumour growing on his face for 12 years, was recently sacked from his job because his appearance was beginning to startle customers.

According to MailOnline, 39-year-old Hadebe, has been living with the gradually expanding growth for 12 years. The tumour has now got so large that he struggles to breathe.

Hadebe after running a test in the hospital was told by the doctors that the tumour is putting pressure on his respiratory airway and that within a year he would no longer be able to breathe.

Hadebe’s local hospital had had him on a waiting list, which meant he would have had to wait for seven years before he could have the operation to remove the tumour - the only way he can get his job back. He however, began to raise funds in a desperate attempt to relieve his suffering. Strangers have currently donated more than £2,000, to help him and he is set to undergo a private treatment that experts believe will save his life.

Graphic pics: Strange-looking baby reportedly born in Kaduna State

Hausa news page, Zuma Times claims that the baby was born yesterday, Thursday, November 3, at an undisclosed hospital in Kaduna State.. See more photos after the cut...

Photos: Suicide bombers neutralized in Borno state

Yesterday at about 9.45pm, a suspected female suicide bomber attempted to enter the military location in Yamtake, Gwoza Local Government Area, Borno State but a vigilant sentry on duty gunned her down and she died instantly.

The failed suicide bombing attack was followed up with futile probing attack by terrorists which was decisively dealt with by the troops.

The troops killed all the 4 attackers including 2 suicide bombers and recovered 2 AK-47, 3 Magazines, 109 rounds of 7.62mm (Special), 1 Torchlight, 1 Water bottle, 3 Magazine carrier, 1 Illuminator pyrotecnic and some quantity of drugs. Unfortunately, we a soldier died in the process.

"God loves me, This I know," says gay Nigerian pastor Jide Macaulay as he celebrates 51st birthday

Openly gay Nigerian pastor and founder of House of Rainbow church in the UK, Jide Macaulay is celebrating his 51st birthday today. In a message shared via his Instagram page, he wrote:

"I am 51 today. I am excited beyond words, giving glory to God for counting me worthy of 51 years. It is not by power nor is it by might. Not because I am righteous or clever, but because I know God Adores Me through Jesus Christ my saviour. God loves me This I know. And I thank you for being part of my life, your prayers, love, kindness and kind words towards me throughout the years. Happy Birthday Jide Macaulay."

Photos: Troops intercepts Boko Haram terrorists in Borno State

Troops of 8 Task Force Division Nigerian Army on a fighting patrol along Monguno-Brimari road, Borno State, on Thursday, November 3rd, intercepted a group of Boko Haram terorists suspected to be on a mission to loot logistics supplies in surrounding villages.

A statement signed by Army spokesperson, Col. Sani Usman, said the insurgents on sighting the patrol, engaged the troops in a shootout that lasted for about fifteen minutes before they were overpowered by the superior fire power of the patrol.

 In the encounter, 2 insurgents were neutralized.

The troops recovered weapons including 1 Fabrique Nationale (FN) rifle loaded with a magazine containing 10 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition, 1 AK-47 rifle and 3 magazines from the terrorists. Also recovered from the insurgents were 2 motorcycles, various drugs, wrappers and clothes.