Pathetic: How robbers plucked out my eyes for frustrating their operation

Mr. Isaac Nwabude, a former lorry driver, said robbers plucked his
eyes, as punishment for daring to run over their barricade and thereby
frustrating their operations.

Narrating his ordeal, Mr. Isaac, of Urunnebo Village, Enugwu-Ukwu, in
Njikoka Local Government Area in Anambra State, said that the day the
incident happened in 1992 as he was travelling from Jos, in Plateau
State, to Onitsha, in Anambra State, with goods and passengers in his
Mercedes Benz lorry when they ran into a roadblock mounted by armed
robbers, in the night, at Opi Junction, in Nsukka area of Enugu State.
That encounter rendered him blind and has incapacitated his life. On
what happened, he said: "At Opi Junction, we ran into a gang of armed
robbers, who mounted road block on the way and I had no alternative
but to stop because the road block was high and I could not run over
it. They opened fire on us and killed four of my passengers, who were
owners of the tomatoes I was carrying in the vehicle and inflicted
injury on some others.
"The rest of us who were alive and conscious, jumped down from the
vehicle and were ordered to lie face down on the road and we did."
Nwabude said that when the robbers discovered that he was the driver
of the vehicle, they told him that they would deal with him because he
had earlier run over their road block in one of their operations at
Ankpa, in Benue State and thereby frustrating their operations.
"When they said that, I concluded that they would either kill me
outright or shoot me on the leg or somewhere else to give me permanent
disability," he stated. According to the driver, the robbers tied his
hands and legs with the rope they got from his vehicle, and used their
sharp knife to pluck his two eyes and left him to his fate. Nwabude
said that other drivers came to his rescue when the robbers had gone
and took him to the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu.
Since he was discharged from the hospital, he has been going to UNTH
on monthly basis for check-up, where doctors wash the artificial eyes
they fixed in his eye socket as well as give him drugs to reduce pain
and forestall infection. Nwabude's tale continues after the robbery,
when his wife, who got traumatised by what happened, developed
hypertension and died. He said: "My wife developed hypertension and
was taken to the hospital. The next information I received was that my
wife was dead.
Her death compounded my problems, as I was left with our four children
to cater for, when I am blind and did not have any means of
livelihood." Nwabude said that a priest later assisted him by getting
families who took in two of his four children. Unfortunately, one of
the two kids died in Lagos, while the other one is still living with
the family. The blind man said he was once given a paper to the
Ministry of Women Affairs to seek employment, but regretted that after
several visits, nothing positive came out of it.
"Although I appreciate so much the assistance being given to me and my
children by good spirited people, I want the government to help me in
any way, so that I will be able to feed my children and give them good
education," he declared.
Source: sunnewsonline.com

*New Innovation* New moms can view babies on iPad

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles says it is using iPads to
let new mothers bond with their babies even when they are in separate
areas of the facility. Mothers who are not ambulatory after delivery,
perhaps because of a Caesarean section or other complications, are
able to see their newborns in the Cedars-Sinai Hospital's neonatal
intensive care unit on iPads using a secured Internet connection, the
hospital said in a release Thursday. The program, called BabyTime,
allows them to interact with their infants and the medical team caring
for them. "BabyTime will help bridge communication with the family and
the baby's medical team and is an excellent use of technology to help
new mothers bond with their babies, even when they cannot be
physically at their babies' bedside," Charles F. Simmons Jr. ofthe
Cedars-Sinai Department of Pediatrics said. "When doctors and nurses
are treating a newborn in the NICU, mom can be right there asking
questions and getting updates, even if she's on adifferent floor."
Twenty percent to 30 percent of mothers who undergo C-sections do not
feel well enough to travel from their bed in the labor and delivery
unit to the NICU for the first 24 to 48 hours, Simmons said. When a
baby is admitted to the NICU, an iPad is set up next to the infant's
incubator, while a second iPad is delivered to the new mother, who can
log onto BabyTime twice a day, hospital staff said. "The BabyTime
program will reduce fear and stress in the new moms as they are able
to see their babies and also communicate with the doctors and nurses,"
NICU nurse manager Selma Braziel said.

Kanye West Reunites With Jay-Z; Fireworks Explode Everywhere!

Is it just us or does Kanye West look A LOT happier to see Jay Z here than he did shopping with baby-momma Kim Kardashian!?!
Now sure, Yeezy could have just been trying to keep it cool around his gurl, but the ecstasy we're seeing here when Jay stops by his NYC pad is WAY beyond any celebrity friendship we've ever seen.
Look at those smiles! Look at that glee!
But we guess Kimmy can't be too jealous — Jay's been a major player in Ye's life sooo much longer than she has! ;)
Besides, we doubt Yeezy ever shelled out the big bucks for Jay's pregnancy check-ups, LOLz!

2013 Top 100 Best Universities In Nigeria 2013 – NUC

The National University Commission, NUC, ranks universities in Nigeria
due to the performance and meeting the requirement of a standard
school on a yearly basis.
This body monitor the universities in Nigeria to know those schools
who's equipment is not updated or valid, also notice those who's
equipment is standard in other for the schools to produce qualified
graduates.
Below is the 2013 Top 100 NUC University Ranking in Nigeria.
2013 TOP 100 University In Nigeria by NUC
1. University of Ibadan, UI
2. University of Lagos, Unilag
3. University of Benin, Uniben
4. Obafemi Awolowo University, OAU
5. Ahmadu Bello University, Abu
6. University of Ilorin, Unilorin
7. University of Jos, Unijos
8. University of Port Harcourt, Uniport
9. University of Maiduguri, Unimaid
10. University of Agriculture, Abeokuta,
11. Lagos State University, Lasu
12. Federal University of Technology, Futo
13. Covenant University, CU
14. University of Nigeria, UNN
15. Federal University of Technology, Futa
16. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Unizik
17. Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Esut
18. Pan African University
19. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology. lautech
20. Modibbo Adama University of Technology
21. African University of Science and Technology
22. University of Uyo, Uniuyo
23. Bayero University Kano, Buk
24. Ambrose Alli University, AAU
25. Redeemer's University,
26. Babcock University
27. Federal University of Technology,
28. University of Calabar, Unical
29. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture,
30. Ajayi Crowther University
31. Bowen University
32. Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Rsust
33. Lead City University
34. Crawford University
35. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, ATBU
36. Abia State University, Absu
37. Usmanu Danfodio University,
38. Igbinedion University
39. Imo State University, Imsu
40. Niger Delta University
41. Bells University of Technology
42. Kwara State University
43. Nasarawa State University
44. Caleb University
45. Obong University Obong
46. Adekunle Ajasin University
47. Ekiti State University,
48. American University of Nigeria
49. Joseph Ayo Babalola University
50. Veritas University Abuja
51. Afe Babalola University
52. Kaduna State University Kaduna
53. Osun State University Oshogbo…
54. Umaru Musa Yar'Adua University Katsina
55. Federal University, Ndufu-AlikeNdufu-Alike
56. Salem University Lokoja
57. Novena University Ogume
58. Achievers University, Owo Owo
59. Benson Idahosa University Benin City
60. Ebonyi State University Abakaliki
61. University of Abuja Abuja
62. University of Mkar Mkar
63. Madonna University Okija
64. Bingham University Auta Balifi
65. Plateau State University Bokkos
66. Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun
67. Federal University, Dutse Dutse
68. Nigerian Turkish Nile University Abuja
69. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University Lapai
70. Landmark University Omu-Aran
71. Delta State University, Abraka Abraka
72. University of Agriculture, Makurdi Makurdi
73. Renaissance University Enugu
74. Federal University, Otuoke Otuoke
75. Tai Solarin University of Education Ijebu-Ode …
76. Federal University, Oye-Ekiti Oye …
77. Kano State University of Technology Wudil
78. Tansian University Umunya …
79. Akwa Ibom State University Uyo
80. Baze University Abuja
81. Kebbi State University of Science and Technology Aliero
82. Benue State University Makurdi
83. Adeleke University Ede
84. Ondo State University of Science & Technology Okitipupa
85. Kogi State University Anyigba
86. Western Delta University Oghara
87. Federal University, Wukari Wukari
88. Paul University Awka
89. Caritas University Enugu
90. Federal University, Lafia Lafia
91. Cross River University of Science & Technology Calabar …
92. Fountain University Oshogbo
93. Al-Hikmah University Ilorin
94. Godfrey Okoye University Ugwuomu-Nike
95. Oduduwa University Ile Ife
96. Anambra State University Uli
97. Olabisi Onabanjo University Ago Iwoye …
98. Federal University, Lokoja Lokoja
99. Federal University, Kashere Kashere
100. Rhema University Obeama-Asa
Is your school or almamata ranked, if yes, what is their ranking?

MTN Pulse re-defines passion with an online campaign & prizes for Tweeted images

Telecommunications most patronised youth offering, MTN Pulse, is set to activate its online campaign, today, in a bid to delight its over 7 million youth community, across Nigeria. The platform will give youths the opportunity to explore their freedom and share images of their passionate, fun-filled and pulsating moments with friends, via the social networks, like tweeter, to have a chance to win fabulous prizes. With designated locations in Lagos, Port Harcourt and Calabar, set to have a feel of the pulsating moments, every Nigerian youth will also have the chance to tweet the pictures of their best grooving moments.

 

The procedure is simple. To be part of the online gig with coolest ‘peeps’ in Nigeria today from 10pm, simply follow on Twitter @MTNNG and Facebook, MTN LoadedNG. Also to have a chance to win fabulous prizes, tweet and post a picture of yourself, wherever or however you are having fun and tag us. 

 

 

However, the tweeted image must end with #OnaPulsingP. The tweeted or posted picture with highest number of retweets or Facebook ‘likes’ will win an MTN BBZ10 and lots of other fantastic consolation prizes to go. 

 

Speaking, at an event to kick-start the campaign, Kola Oyeyemi, the General Manager, Consumer Marketing, MTN, stated that “MTN is offering the youth a package that, effectively, fits into their lifestyle, provides them an opportunity to freely express themselves and enjoy lively and endless fun, while socialising, in a trendy way,” 

 

It is on record that MTN Pulse has been the preferred choice for Nigerian youths since it was launched in 2012. The offering gives subscribers access to free weekly data for endless chat with friends and to browse the internet on mobile phones. It also offers a cheap call rate at 8.34Kobo per second.

 

However, MTN, Africa’s largest telecommunications network provider, is cementing its position as the number one telecommunications service provider, in Nigeria, as well as the most consumer-sensitive company in the industry. MTN Pulse, therefore, is one of the company’s ways of taking consumers to the ‘new world’ in the 21^st century.

Paul Okoye's Girlfriend Gives Birth to a Baby Boy in USA

The Nigerian Twin Super-Stars are at it again. The girlfriend of
Nigerian music star Paul Okoye of P-Square group, Anita, has put to
bed. This is barely three months after Peter Okoye's girlfriend,
Omotayo gave birth to a baby girl in USA. Anita was reported to have
given birth to a baby boy in the United States of America yesterday.
Reports say that Paul travelled to America to meet his girlfriend on
Monday. The baby boy has been christened Andre.
Both the mother and child are in good health.

Tips for Styling and Wearing Skirts

If you're looking for a slightly dressy look, skirts are a good way to
start. Not as formal as a dress, but a clear
upgrade from pants (as well as a nod to fashion history--
women have only been wearing pants in public for forty years or so),
skirts give you more flexibility in your wardrobe without dressing it
down.

WEARING A SKIRT TO THE OFFICE (nothing too sexy, please!)

It's hard to be specific about skirts because there are so
many styles, but I'll try to give a basic overview. In
general, daytime career looks for the office should be
moderate, or even on the conservative side, with hems lengths just
above or just below the knee. In fall and winter, you can get away
with long skirts at work as long
as they are in nice looking, lined fabrics and colors that
are definitely not evening style. Tweed, slub or natural
silks, cotton and wool are fine: velvets or refined silks
are too dressy for the office

WEARING AND STYLING A SKIRT FOR WARM WEATHER

Skirts for spring and summer can be lighter in color (whites, creams
and pastels) and fabric than those for fall and winter, but depending
on where you work.
If you work in a professional wardrobe environment, skirts
need to stick to the straight and narrow in lightweight
wools, linen blends (to avoid the wrinkles of 100% linen),
or lined broadcloth.
If you're looking for cool clothing in hot, summertime
weather, skirts may not actually be your best bet. If you
don't wear hose because of the heat, there's nothing to
stop the sweat from pooling behind your knees and gluing
your legs together. You might stay cooler in a pair of linen pants.

STYLING A SKIRT FOR COLD WEATHER

In winter, you can get a slightly retro look without looking weirdly
old-fashioned by wearing a wool skirt and sweater combination with a
pair of knee high swede or leather boots. The plaid skirt and
complementary single-hued sweater never completely go out of fashion,
but you do have to be careful about not looking like a Catholic
schoolgirl. Grown-up shoes like pumps or knee high boots help the
modern look.
Skirts in cold weather are cool because you can layer tights or
even long johns underneath longer skirts, add boots and still look
pulled together. An extra layer under the sweater can be a
long-sleeved leotard that fits snugly and keeps you warm. You sure may
have discovered that even in very cold weather, tights and a skirt can
keep you warmer than a pair of pants, because pants are too bulky to
layer under them. Skirts work just fine.

UNIVERSALLY FLATTERING SHAPES

Skirts fit most women best if they flare slightly around the hips,
making a little extra room for sitting and bending. Slightly A-lineor
belled skirts are usually most flattering and hide any aspects you may
not like about your buns,hips and thighs. This is a problem area for
many, many women, so don't think you are the only one. If you're thin,
you can take advantage of slim hips to wear pencil skirts, but if you
are thinner than you'd like to be, you can add a little substance by
wearing a skirt with heavier fabric and a more generous cut. As long
as it fits your waist, you can "swim around" a little bit and round
out your figure with rounder skirt style.
Dress Up or Down a Skirt with Your Top
Knit tops look nice with skirts, but may be more casual than the look
you want. Sweaters, twin sets or jackets dress up the look. The right
blouse can look good, but you have to be careful to find one that
tucks in neatly or looks good left out. Avoid blouses with frills or
bows: prettifying a blouse often makes it look frumpy.

Source:www.gophercentral.com

Rugged Record's MBRYO: The Next Best Thing

ARTISTE: Mbryo
LABEL: RUGGED RECORDS
BIO:
Mbryo was born Prince Omoferi in Warri to the family of Rev. Omoferi
Akpedeye; in Delta state which was
where he had his primary & secondary school education. Growing up
wasn't much fun because Dad was really strict (Y'know pastors now);
hence hedidn't have much friends, No outings but he taught us to be
close as siblings so the vacuum of not having friends wasn't felt
much. He grew up loving Music, started playing drums at age 7, Piano
at age 12 and other instruments along the line. He came into Lagos in
the late nineties where he would say he really learnt everything he
knows today especially in Music & Production.
Mbryo has a Diploma in Mass Communication from Olabisi Onabanjo
University and still has plans of going back to school. He loves his
family, friends & fans and he assures them God helping, that he'll do
his best to be the best.
He caught the eye of veteran award winning rappper Ruggedman and was
signed to Rugged Records in 2013. There has been no looking back since
as he has been recording song after song under Ruggedman's watchful,
experienced eyes.
December 2012 saw the release of a collaboration album featuring
Ruggedman and Mbryo. The albums title is Money Making Music ( MMM ).
Mbryos video for the song"Remote", off the MMM album is currently
enjoying heavy rotation on tv and Rugged Records will soon commence on
a nationwide tour to launch, promote the album and also introduce its
act "Mbryo" to the mainstream music industry and the world.
Mbryo will on the 12th of April drop a new song titled "PAROLE"
produced by Popito.
CONTACT :
E mail : iamruggedman@yahoo.com
@Mbryosingz @RuggedyBaba
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