First in the NEWS is this BIG STORY around Owerri, IMO
STATE:
1. ROTTEN
CHICKEN Has been CONFISTICATED in That Area:
Large quantity of rotten chicken
has been consfiticated in Owerri, Imo State by Consumer Protection council-CPC.
The State coordinator of Consumer Protection Council in Imo State made this
known to newsmen in a two-day sensitization workshop for market people and
allied products marketer s in the area. Edeson Online News correspondent, Mr.
Chris Okafor who attended the workshop reported that Imo State was becoming a
dumping ground for fake and unwholesome products and that CPC is on the verge to stop the
circulation of such products in Owerri as well as other states in Nigeria.
2. KADUNA
STATE to Have Steady Power Supply Very Soon::
Kaduna State governor, Patrick
Yakuwa has reiterated his commitment to ensure that the State is ranked among
the best in Nigeria. He is taking steps to build a 30 mega watts of Solar Power
that will generate electricity for the State in the next 25 years. He revealed
to Newsmen that the state is partnering with a German firm for the construction
of the solar power which is worth over 50 million Euros. He added that the
project will provide employment for youths as the German experts will train
them In operating and maintenance of the machine.
AND NOW , a Little Bit Of ENTERTAINMENT GIST:
3. EBUBE
NWAGBO is now A BUSINESS WOMAN:
Beautiful and sexy Nollywood
actress, Ebube Nwagbo, has made a name for herself in the movie industry. Since
shooting into the limelight with her first lead role in ‘Arrested By Love’
Ebube’s loving aura and scintillating talent has won for her thousands of fans.
In a chit-chat with Newsmen, the curvy Anambra state-born actress opened up
that she has ventured into business and now owns a hair-line called Posh Hair.
4. PREZZO Came To Nigerian Without Any
Significant Reason::
Last week it was reported that
one of the BIG BROTHER finalists Prezzo visited Nigeria and held a press
conference with journalists. The controversial Kenyan boy, PREZZO told
Newsmen that he came to Nigeria for one
reason and one reason only; to find Goldie and
maybe 'finish what they
started in the Big Brother House'. When
asked if he planned to propose to the singer, Prezzo replied yes! He's
trying to make people believe he hasn't seen or spoken to Goldie since he came
to Nigeria...but they definitely have met! But things are a little complicated.
Prezzo maybe available but Goldie may not be available. It would be noted that
PREZZO has been separated from his wife for over three years now.
5. LIZ BENSON to Feature In New NOLLYWOOD Movie::
After
many years of being away from Nollywood, the respected and talented actress Liz
Benson who became an evangelist many years back, has returned to Nollywood.
According to our correspondent, the screen goddess, Liz Benson is currently on
a set of a movie with Nextpage Production. The movie will be released before
the end of this year.
6. IYANYA Dating A Ghanaian
Actress?:
It has been rumoured that Nigerian born ‘Kukere’ singer, IYANYA is
dating a Ghanaian actress, The singer and Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson were
spotted at Elegushi beach last Sunday...and the dating rumour started. There
were even rumours that Yvonne stayed at Iyanya's Lekki home while she was in
town last week. But Iyanya has denied they are an item. He says they are just
friends.
FOREIGN NEWS HEADLINES
7. MAN bags 27 Years In JAIL::
Anders
Behring Breivik, the man who killed 77 people in a bomb attack and gun rampage
just over a year ago, was last week sentenced to 21 years in prison by a
Norwegian court. Breivik, 33, was charged with voluntary homicide and
committing acts of terror over the attacks in Oslo and Utoya Island on July 22,
2011.
8. TRAGEDY Struck School Children In
KENYA:
Kenya's education minister has sacked two top education officers after
the deadly fire at a private junior school near the lakeside city of Kisumu.
Eight girls died on last week’s Wednesday night when they were unable to open
the dormitory's door to escape the blaze. Education Minister Mutula
Kilonzo said it is a tragic incident
that should not have happened.
9. DOZENS Die In Venezuela’s Oil Explosion:
Last
week was not a happy week for the people of Venezuela. World News headlines
reported that more than nine persons died when the Venezuela’s largest Oil
Refinery exploded in flames. Reports say the refinery is one of the biggest
refineries in the world capable of producing over 450,000 barrels of oil per
day.
10. KODAK is Bankrupt:
Debt-struck photography pioneer
Kodak says it may sell off its still-camera film and photo paper divisions. The
firm has already stopped making digital cameras as part of efforts to reduce
its losses after filing for bankruptcy protection in January. It has also been
trying to raise funds by selling off more than 1,100 digital imaging patents.
It had originally planned to announce a buyer last week, but said
"discussions continue" and a deal might not happen.
>>THAT’s
the end of the NEWS, but before I go. I have a SPORTS NEWS to juice you up.
11. NIGERIA’S FALCONETS Has Qualified For
QUARTER-FINALS In Female U-20 World Cup:.
Edeson Online News
Sports Correspondent, Miss Ruth Williams just filed in a report from the
world of Sports. According to her, Team Nigeria, Korea Republic, Japan and
Mexico have qualified for Quarter-finals in the on-going Female Under-20 World
Cup. Our correspondent Ruth Williams said it was a happy moment for Nigerians
when Falconets defeated Italian team by 4-0 yesterday to qualify for the
Quarter-Finals and topped their Group with 7 points. Meanwhile, Nigeria and
Mexico will meet this Thursday for the quarter-finals games while Japan will
slog it out with Korea Republic.
This
News was WRITTEN, Compiled and EDITED by:
ENDY
EDESON.