156 Companies Prosecuted For Submitting Fake Documents

Emeka Ezeh, the Director General of Bureau of Public Procurement, the BPP, stated the information about these 156 companies at a forum held with contractors, service providers and consultants of Ministries and Departments and Agencies of the Government.

The forum, was organized by the BPP to provide an update on the reform of public procurement system and in order to explain the Public Procurement Act signed in 2007 due to the fact that they influence the contractors and enhance the implementation of federal budget of government of 2014.

Director general of BPP, Emeka Ezeh
The identities of companies were not disclosed. Still, Ezeh added that 80% of the companies that dealt with the government were noticed in fraudulent activities.
According to the statement of director-general, those contractors decided to bid for higher paying contracts faster than the rest by submitting fake documents, instead of making sure that the country gets most value of execution of these contracts.
“We see all manner of fake documents such as false tax clearance certificate, PenCom Certificate of Compliance, false claim of personnel, false audited accounts and use of fake addresses and submission of fake bank statements,” he said.
Moreover, he added that there would be not enough space in prisons to accommodate for them if they all are put behind bars.
Ezeh and the Federal Government decided to create a database that would help in further struggles against corruption. This database will support the transparency, the accountability and the competition as well as value for money in public procurement.
The head of BPP stated that “As of April 24, 2014; 1,495 companies have started the registration process. Out of that number, only 158 have completed their registration.
Moreover, he added that no company will be able to do business with governmental MDA if its not registered in the database since the middle of June this year

Check Out This $340,000 Gold Ferrari 458 Spider

let`s talk about machines. I've recently been thinking about buying new car. Every time I get into a friend's new car, I am instantly envious of all the fancy technology that comes totally standard. Wireless iPhone syncing, touchless navigation, satellite radio, voice command controls… It definitely might be time for an upgrade. Maybe I'll head on down to my local Acura dealership this weekend and trade up to the 2014 TL. Or maybe I'll splurge a little and jump up to the luxurious Acura RL! Or maybe I'll say screw it and just buy a gold coated Ferrari 458 Spider…

This car was spotted in Kensington, London parked on the street outside a kickboxing gym. It turns out the car is owned by Iraqi-born kickboxing champion Riyadh al-Azzawi. Born in Baghdad, Riyadh al-Azzawi was a six-time Iraqi National Champion and two time Arabic Champion before moving to the UK. He is now a two time British Champion and one time European Champion with a lifetime record of 47-0 with 35 wins by knockout.
The standard Ferrari 458 Spider in the United Kingdom costs the equivalent to $335,000 US dollars. The car comes with a 4.5-litre V8 engine that produces 562 base horsepower. It can go 0-60 in roughly 3.4 seconds and has a top speed of 199 MPH.
Riyadh reportedly spent $7,000 USD on top of the $335,000 base price to have the car wrapped in gold vinyl. It's pretty incredible looking, don't you think?

2nd Niger Bridge Will Be Completed On Schedule – FG

The Julius Berger-Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority, NSIA, consortium, the contractors handling the 2nd Niger Bridge, has promised to complete the project on schedule.

In a statement signed by the Managing Directors of Julius Berger and the NSIA, Messrs Wolfgang Goetsch and Uche Orji, respectively, in Abuja, yesterday, they described as false reports that there were plans to abandon the project, which was launched by President Goodluck Jonathan recently.
They denied reports that work on the project was suspended due to non-compliance with environmental laws .
“Julius Berger-NSIA consortium wishes to clarify that reports suggesting that work on the bridge has been suspended due to non-compliance of environmental laws represent inaccurate and misconstrued information.
“Contrary to recent reports, work on the second River Niger Bridge project continue to progress according to schedule, to ensure timely completion of the bridge, which is set to be executed under the Public Private Partnership, PPP, arrangement for a concessional period of 25 years through the Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer, DBFOT, model.
“The consortium also highlights that compliance with Nigerian Environmental Laws continue to be deemed a paramount priority and that Environment Impact Assessment, EIA, is an intrinsic part of the project, which is carried out in compliance with the environmental laws that govern Nigeria and in collaboration with the relevant ministries.”
The cost of the project was negotiated down from N138,530,896,346.72 to N117,860,700,741.82 (VAT inclusive) and certified by Bureau of Public Procurement, BPP.
Of this amount, the Federal Government will be contributing N30 billion as its equity participation in the project.

Mother Beats Her 12-year-old Girl For Posting Sexy Pics On Facebook

Maintaining the moral and the discipline in the modern society is not an easy task, but some parents have not forgotten 'good-old' methods.
In a shocking video, which seems very harsh to watch, a Caribbean mother brutally beats up her daughter with a leather belt for allegedly posting sexy pictures on the social network, Facebook.
The woman stated that uploading such content was a disgrace for the whole family and hit her 12-year-old daughter several times. The outraged woman was not moved by girl’s pleas. After the girl started crying, the mother hit her even harder and more intensively. When the girl dropped on the floor, it became even easier for raging mum to hit the daughter.
So, are the mothers always right, or there has to be another way?
See the snapshots and the video below. WARNING: Graphic Content, Viewer Discretion Is Advised:

See What Lola Okoye (Peter Of P. Square Wife) Wore To Tiwa’s Wedding

Do you feel her look is a little bit too casual?

Married Woman Opens Up On Her Addiction To Men and Séx

I think I realised I had a problem when I was walking back to the house of a man that had physically hurt me badly in the act of séx, and I was willingly about to give myself up to him again. Despite being terrified and it making me tremble and sick, I somehow couldn’t stop myself, I had to have my fix.
Afterwards I felt used, I hated myself for what I had done, but that didn’t stop me. Married, attached, fathers, brothers of other conquests, it made no difference the more screwed up the better in the heat of the moment – the higher the rush, and the deeper the low.
‘It wasn’t just men, it was pórn, dangerous séx, exhibitionism, everything was just...
séx, séx, séx, which meant just about anything that could give me that high. The more intense, the more I needed, like it wasn’t enough, I had become desénsitised to it.’
Speaking in a recent interview, Becky said: Séx addiction is a hotly debated topic on which psychologists simply cannot agree. An addiction originally referred to a chemical dependence on a substance that had physical and psychological effects. ‘Behavioural’ addictions, for example to gambling, shopping or séx, are more open to interpretation as they cannot be scientifically understood.
Séx does create chemical reactions within us and some psychologists believe that this can create a sort of semi-physical dependency as well as the behavioural element to this particular ‘addiction’.
It is quite commonly agreed that an addiction is present when a person cannot easily stop something, even when not stopping is detrimental to their lives. In Becky’s case she explains that her need for séx was creating very real difficulties for her.
‘It was affecting other areas of my life, my self esteem, the relationships I had with my friends and my family, who by the way could see what I had become, but I was determined I was in control.’ She explains.
When asked why she felt the need to behave this way Becky tells us ‘It really was like a drug, the adrénaline, the fear, the ‘buzz’ was intense, then the low afterwards was just like a comedown, yet séx seemed to be the only way I felt appreciated or ‘good’ at something.’
Although it is more common for men to admit to séxual addictions, and some of these ‘addictions’ surface only when an indiscretion has forced someone to look at their inappropriate behaviour, there are women like Becky who are finally coming out of the shadows and discussing this issue.

‘I know where it stems from (Becky refers to abuse in her childhood she does not want to discuss), but even with the knowledge it’s not as simple as just stopping a pattern of behaviour, I had to change everything including the way I looked at myself.’
Thankfully Becky is now in a stable and loving relationship and has received counselling. Although her darkest days are behind her she admits ‘I am learning everything from scratch, relationships, boundaries, and my own values. It isn’t easy but when you love someone you do change, I have always been able to do things for other people that I cannot do for myself.’
‘I still place very high value on séx, I need to feel wanted in that way or my world falls down, if my husband say’s ‘not tonight’ I feel like it’s the end of the world, but hey I am finally having great, fun, non-dangerous séx, I want as much as I can get!’ She sums up.
Becky had counselling that she say’s ‘really helped’ her but agreed that the biggest change came from within. If you are struggling with your desires and think you need help, please don't be shy to ask for hel

Argentina To Import Nigerian Crude Oil

Argentina has ordered for Nigerian Bonny Light crude, with the first cargo expected to arrive at the country’s Bahia Blanca Port in the first week of next month, signaling a boost in the nation’s oil export as the country’s export to the United States drop.

Argentina’s state-run oil company, YPF awarded a tender to buy a one million-barrel cargo of Nigerian Bonny Light crude to trading firm, Vitol, Reuters reports.
This development marks the first time Argentina, which produces 700,000 barrels per day (bpd) of crude oil, according to the United Energy Information Administration, has agreed to buy Nigerian crude, since the South American country lifted restrictions on crude imports in January this year.
Sources within the Argentina government were quoted as saying that the plan to buy crude oil from Nigeria and other countries was taken to ensure the importation of cheaper crude instead of more expensive finished fuels.
“The cargo will be delivered in the second week of May at Bahia Blanca port and then the crude will be distributed by Enarsa to several Argentine refineries, including Campana, La Plata and Buenos Aires,” one of the sources was quoted as saying.
Enarsa, another Argentine state-run oil company, will be in charge of receiving the cargo and will deliver the crude to refining companies.

PHOTOS: Banky W Swims With Dolphins In Dubai

Famous Nigerian singer, songwriter and the best man at the yesterday's wedding ceremony of Tiwa Savage and Tee Billz, Banky W, took to Instagram with the adorable photos from Dubai, UEA.

Actually, these could be even nominated for the title "Cutest photos ever".

Banky W undoubtedly enjoyed his communication with the dolphins. The celebrity once again showed his great sense of humour as he captured the photo above:
"I tried to teach Jasmine how to do the etighi dance..."

By the way, did you know that numerous scientists believe that as dolphins' show unusually  high intelligence level it is morally unacceptable to restrain their freedom and use them for entertainment purposes.
Interestingly, in Chile, Costa Rica, Hungary and India dolphins have received the status of "non-human persons", and under the law it is forbidden to capture and import dolphins for entertainment.

CONFESSION: How Ribadu Made Enemies For Me – Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has spoken of how former chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Nuhu Ribadu, created enemies for him.

According to the former president, Mr. Ribadu’s zeal as the pioneer head of the anti-corruption unit was ruthless enough to attract a lot of enemies for him.
Mr Obasanjo, who was speaking after a presentation on “Illicit Financial Flow and Governance of Natural Resources” delivered by Mr. Ribadu at the 3rd Tana High Level Forum on Security in Africa in Badir Dar, Ethiopia, on Saturday, said he doesn’t fear those enemies.
“It is rather them that fear me,” he said.
* Obasanjo says Ribadu made a lot of enemies for him

* Ribadu
Mr. Obasanjo said he made it clear to Mr. Ribadu that there should be no sacred cows in the fight against corruption.
He said that it got to a point that the former anti graft agency boss considered the fight against corruption as “a matter of life and death”.
It could be recalled that Mr. Ribadu led the EFCC between 2003 and 2007. He won acclaim for his effort against corruption as he clamped down on very senior officials and government, including former governors.
His record is widely regarded as the best yet for the commission also he was also accused of taking on only those opposed to Mr. Obasanjo. He was replaced after Mr. Obasanjo left office.

REVELATION: What I Told President Jonathan About Boko Haram-Guru Maharaj Ji

The Spiritual Leader of One Love Family, Sat. Guru Maharaj Ji, has finally revealed what he told President Goodluck Jonathan when he was opportuned to meet the president some months ago.

According to an interview the respected cleric granted the Daily Independent and published on Saturday, the prophet popularly called Sat. Guru Maharaj Ji said he had told President Jonathan who Boko Haram sponsors were.
He added that if the president had listened to him when he visited Aso Rock two years ago, all the recent attack by the Boko Haram sect wouldn’t have happened.
Sat. Guru Maharaj Ji named past leaders as part of those sponsoring the deadly sect and challenged the Northern leaders to come out and prove they have no hand in the insurgency going in some parts of the country.
He said: “I had told President Goodluck Jonathan those behind these nest of killers (Boko Haram) through several publications.”
 Sat Guru Maharaji ji accused northern leaders for the spate of insurgency in the country
“I have asked the President to arrest them before now because they said after the 2011 general elections that because power did not return to the North, they would make the nation ungovernable.
“The spirit of the creator is against them. They are going to be dealt with. I will call them to order in the interest of innocent Nigerians, enough of the bloodletting. If President Jonathan had listened to the advice I gave him two years ago when I was at Aso Rock, all the killings by Boko Haram would have stopped. After my visit to the villa, the bombings stopped but because those in government did not continue to tap from my spiritual grace, the bombers returned.
“Nigeria belongs to all of us. As Living Perfect Master, I cannot be here and all these continue. I am challenging the Northern leaders to an open debate in a national television. Let them swear by the name of the Creator and all the seven elements of the earth that their actions were not the direct reflection of Boko Haram onslaught.”

Pope Francis Makes John Paul II, John XXIII Saints At The Vatican

Pope Francis has proclaimed John Paul II and John XXIII as the Catholic Church’s newest saints at a ceremony joined by hundreds of thousands of pilgrims for the two pontiffs who helped shape the Twentieth Century.
“We declare and define as saints the blessed John XXIII and John Paul II,” the Catholic leader said in a Latin prayer, as pilgrims and foreign dignitaries massed in St Peter’s Square applauded and chanted: “Amen!”
In his homily, Francis praised them as “men of courage” who worked “in renewing and updating the Church”.
“They were priests, bishops and popes of the 20th century. They lived through the tragic events of that century but they were not overwhelmed by them.
“For them, God was more powerful,” he said.
Pope emeritus Benedict XVI, 87, who last year became the first pontiff to step down since the Middle Ages, made a rare public appearance in his white papal cassock and Francis embraced him before the ceremony.
Francis was co-celebrating the mass with Benedict XVI and hundreds of bishops and cardinals — the first time that two living popes said mass together.
It was also the first time that two Catholic Church leaders were being declared saints on the same day.
Commentators defined the event as a “four-pope day” and the Vatican said 800,000 people followed the event in Rome, including 500,000 in and around St Peter’s Square.
Many faithful waved the red-and-white flags from John Paul II’s native Poland and some wore Polish folk costumes while one pilgrim held a banner reading: “Two pope saints in heaven, two in St Peter’s Square”.

Pope Francis greets King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia of Spain (L) followed by King Albert II (back C) and Queen Paola (R) of Belgium after the canonisation in which John Paul II and John XXIII were declared saints. Source: Getty Images

John Paul II was hugely popular but was also a divisive figure who alienated many leftist Catholics during his 27-year reign and has been criticised for turning a blind eye to revelations of child s*x crimes by priests.
His support for Marcial Maciel, the Mexican founder of the Legion of Christ movement who was revealed to be a serial s*xual predator, was particularly controversial.
The charismatic globetrotting John Paul helped topple Communism in Eastern Europe.
John XXIII or “Good Pope John” is best remembered for launching a process of reform of the Catholic Church in the 1960s.
Former German chancellor Helmut Kohl paid tribute to John Paul II in an editorial for Il Messaggero.
“He played a decisive role in making the fall of the Berlin Wall possible,” Kohl said, describing him as “a fearless fighter for freedom”.
John XXIII helped bring to an end official Catholic prejudice against Jews and has been credited for his pacifying role during the Cold War, including in defusing tensions during the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis.
The two new saints “played an indelible role for the development of peoples and peace”, Francis said.
By canonising them together, Francis was appealing to “rival camps within the Catholic fold who see John XXIII and John Paul II as their heroes”, said US-based Vatican expert John Allen from the Boston Globe.
Francis has said his predecessor, who lives a life of quiet prayer in a former monastery inside the Vatican “is not a statue in a museum, he is an institution”.
The Vatican said 98 foreign delegations were present including former Polish president and Solidarity leader Lech Walesa — an ally of John Paul II.
The kings of Belgium and Spain also attended, with Queen Sofia of Spain wearing a white dress — a dress code for the queens of mainly Catholic countries.
Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe was also in attendance, despite a ban from entering the European Union. The interdiction does not apply in the Vatican City, the smallest sovereign state in the world.
Among the attendees was Floribeth Mora, the Costa Rican woman whose apparent healing from a brain aneurism has been declared the second supposed miracle in John Paul II’s name required for sainthood status.

The relics of Pope John Paul II — a vial of his blood — built into a marble altar of a new sanctuary dedicated to the pontiff in Krakow, Poland. Source: AP

The Polish pope (1978-2005) became a media superstar and survived an assassination attempt by Turkish extremist Mehmet Ali Agca in St Peter’s Square in 1981.
His sainthood was sped up and comes just nine years after his death — the fastest canonisation since the 18th century when the current rules were adopted.
Francis also accelerated Italian John XXIII’s candidacy, granting it with only one supposed miracle to his name.