SENATOR Dino Melaye,Friday, explained that he followed Toyin, wife of the Senate President, Bukola Saraki, to the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, last Tuesday because he wanted to know the level of culpability in the allegation against her by her petitioners.
Melaye, who is the Chairman, Senate Ad-hoc Committee on Media and Publicity, said he only went to the anti-graft office in his capacity as an independent investigator.
The lawmaker, who represents Kogi West Senatorial zone in the Senate, said in a press statement, in Abuja, that his explanation became necessary, following the barrage of attacks and criticisms he had so far received from his “brothers, sisters and fellow citizens” since Tuesday, when he was sighted accompanying Mrs Saraki to the headquarters of the commission in Abuja.
Melaye, who said he had no regrets nor apology to anyone for his action, debunked insinuations in some quarters that he may have been one of the beneficiaries of the contracts in which the former Kwara State First Lady was being accused of.
He said he had never executed any government’s contract, either at the local, state or federal government level in his life, and challenged anybody with evidence to the contrary to provide it.
Melaye, in the statement entitled: “Stand up for what you believe in regardless of the popularity or acceptance of your belief”, also revealed that his visit to the commission’s office along with the Senate President’s wife was a personal sacrifice aimed at preventing the commission from being compromised through influence by desperate politicians.
He said: “The invitation of Mrs. Toyin Saraki by the EFCC, however, is not a criminal indictment. I will not abandon my friend because of mere EFCC invitation. I also went there as a private investigator and an anti-corruption crusader to find out the extent of culpability of my sister and friend since she was not told the content of the petition against her before her appearance before the EFCC.
“My definition for friendship is he or she who walks in when others are walking out. If my father is invited by the EFCC, I will go there; if a prima face case is established against him, I will shout for his prosecution. So my great people, I have no regrets following my friend and sister to the EFCC. If you are my friend, you are my friend. I cannot control what my friends will do, but they remain my friends. I am not fighting corruption out of passion only, but because it is the Godly thing to do.”
“I chose to react to the attacks I have received from my brothers, sisters and fellow citizens because I was seen in the Headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, with my sister, Mrs. Toyin Saraki.
16 killed again!! Am going to crush you.
A female suicide bomber and Boko Haram gunmen killed 16 people in Nigeria as the commander of a new multinational force tasked with fighting the Islamists pledged on Friday to crush the insurgency “very soon”.
Major General Iliya Abbah’s appointment in an Abuja ceremony as chief of the 8,700-strong force came as a woman bomber on a tricycle killed six people in a busy market in Maiduguri, the largest city in Nigeria’s restive northeastern Borno state.
Major General Iliya Abbah’s appointment in an Abuja ceremony as chief of the 8,700-strong force came as a woman bomber on a tricycle killed six people in a busy market in Maiduguri, the largest city in Nigeria’s restive northeastern Borno state.
Ebola: Hope rises as vaccine offers 100% protection in trial
An Ebola vaccine provided 100-percent protection in a field trial in hard-hit Guinea, researchers and officials said Friday, mooting “the beginning of the end” of the killer West African outbreak.
The world is “on the verge of an effective Ebola vaccine,” the World Health Organization (WHO) said, hailing the results from the first efficacy test of the VSV-ZEBOV vaccine among people living in a high-danger zone.
The world is “on the verge of an effective Ebola vaccine,” the World Health Organization (WHO) said, hailing the results from the first efficacy test of the VSV-ZEBOV vaccine among people living in a high-danger zone.
Taliban names successor to Mullah Omar after leader’s death
The Afghan Taliban has elected a reclusive deputy to be the successor to their leader, Mullah Mohammad Omar, who was confirmed dead by high-ranking officials Thursday.
The Taliban Shura, or Supreme Council, chose Mullah Akhtar Mansoor as the new leader, two Taliban figures told The Associated Press. The two, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they are not authorized by the council to talk to the media, said the seven-member Shura had met in the Pakistani city of Quetta.
The Taliban Shura, or Supreme Council, chose Mullah Akhtar Mansoor as the new leader, two Taliban figures told The Associated Press. The two, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they are not authorized by the council to talk to the media, said the seven-member Shura had met in the Pakistani city of Quetta.
Queens billionaire donates $8.5 million to charter schools
A Queens-bred billionaire hedge fund manager has donated $8.5 million to open new charter schools in the city.
John Paulson announced his gift to Success Academy Charter Schools on Thursday.
"The best way to reduce poverty long term is to improve the quality of public school education," said Paulson, 59, who attended city public schools.
Officials said they have received more than 22,000 have applied for fewer than 2,300 seats in its schools.
John Paulson announced his gift to Success Academy Charter Schools on Thursday.
"The best way to reduce poverty long term is to improve the quality of public school education," said Paulson, 59, who attended city public schools.
Officials said they have received more than 22,000 have applied for fewer than 2,300 seats in its schools.
Upstate New York mom drowns rescuing daughter in Lake Erie
An upstate New York mom sacrificed her life for her daughter Thursday night, jumping into Lake Erie to rescue the girl and a friend from drowning. The girls emerged from the water, but the hero mom did not.
The 51-year-old Buffalo woman, who hasn’t been identified, jumped into the choppy waters of Lake Erie, near Wendt Beach, to save the 11-year-old girls when they disappeared into the water, Evans Police Lt. Bradley DiMartino told the Daily News.
The 51-year-old Buffalo woman, who hasn’t been identified, jumped into the choppy waters of Lake Erie, near Wendt Beach, to save the 11-year-old girls when they disappeared into the water, Evans Police Lt. Bradley DiMartino told the Daily News.
US spied on Japan government, companies
The US spied on senior Japanese politicians, its top central banker and major companies including conglomerate Mitsubishi, according to documents released Friday by WikiLeaks, which published a list of at least 35 targets.
The latest claim of US National Security Agency espionage follows other documents that showed snooping on allies including Germany and France.
There is no specific mention of wiretapping Prime Minister Shinzo Abe but senior members of his government, including Trade Minister Yoichi Miyazawa and Bank of Japan governor Haruhiko Kuroda were targets of the bugging by US intelligence, WikiLeaks said.
The latest claim of US National Security Agency espionage follows other documents that showed snooping on allies including Germany and France.
There is no specific mention of wiretapping Prime Minister Shinzo Abe but senior members of his government, including Trade Minister Yoichi Miyazawa and Bank of Japan governor Haruhiko Kuroda were targets of the bugging by US intelligence, WikiLeaks said.
Female suicide bomber detonates bomb in Borno market
A female suicide bomber blew herself up Friday in a big market in Maiduguri, capital of Nigeria’s northeast, a vigilante and a witness said.
“There had been a suicide attack on Gamboru market this morning. It was a female suicide bomber. The attack happened around 6:30 am (0530 GMT) as the grocers were arriving in the market which starts early,” said the vigilante, Babakura Kolo.
There is no immediate information on possible casualties.
“There had been a suicide attack on Gamboru market this morning. It was a female suicide bomber. The attack happened around 6:30 am (0530 GMT) as the grocers were arriving in the market which starts early,” said the vigilante, Babakura Kolo.
There is no immediate information on possible casualties.
Colourful Dominican day parade
The Bronx's Caribbean pride was on full display Sunday as the borough played host to the 26th annual Dominican Day Parade.
Thousands of parade-goers lined up along Grand Concourse to watch the festivities, some in lawn chairs adorned with the island's red, white and blue flag.
Thousands of parade-goers lined up along Grand Concourse to watch the festivities, some in lawn chairs adorned with the island's red, white and blue flag.
Stabbed, husband fatally injured, at Md. church service
A man died and his wife was injured when a suspect stabbed them at a Korean Christian prayer service in Maryland on Sunday night, police said.
The alleged attacker, an as-yet unidentified 30-year-old man of Asian descent from northern Virginia who had been living for a week at the Anna Prayer Mountain Church in Frederick, called police to turn himself in, Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins told WUSA-TV.
The alleged attacker, an as-yet unidentified 30-year-old man of Asian descent from northern Virginia who had been living for a week at the Anna Prayer Mountain Church in Frederick, called police to turn himself in, Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins told WUSA-TV.
Plan crash kill 3, in Tokyo
A small plane crashed into a quiet neighborhood in Tokyo on Sunday, killing the pilot, a passenger and a woman on the ground, while three people were pulled alive from the wreckage, firefighters and TV reported.
The single-engine propeller plowed into and set ablaze a row of houses shortly after takeoff from an airport used by small aircraft about 500 meters (546 yards) away in Tokyo’s western suburb of Chofu.
The single-engine propeller plowed into and set ablaze a row of houses shortly after takeoff from an airport used by small aircraft about 500 meters (546 yards) away in Tokyo’s western suburb of Chofu.
Obamacare repeal out of gas
Senate Democrats blocked a proposal to repeal President Obama’s health care law that Republicans sought to add to a highway funding bill.
Senators voted, 49 to 43, for the amendment, with 60 required to advance it, during an unusual Sunday session.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, a Kentucky Republican, proposed the Obamacare repeal amendment as he also agreed to allow a vote on an amendment sought by Democrats to extend the charter of the Export-Import Bank.
Senators voted, 49 to 43, for the amendment, with 60 required to advance it, during an unusual Sunday session.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, a Kentucky Republican, proposed the Obamacare repeal amendment as he also agreed to allow a vote on an amendment sought by Democrats to extend the charter of the Export-Import Bank.
Bobbi Kristina Brown is dead.
Bobbi Kristina Brown, the tragic daughter whose short life mirrored her celebrated mother Whitney Houston's sad and untimely demise, died Sunday at age 22.
Brown, who battled many of the same demons as her seven-time Grammy-winning parent, died at Peachtree Christian Hospice in Duluth, Ga., almost six months after she was found unconscious in a water-filled bathtub at her home on Jan. 31, the Houston family told Entertainment Tonight.
Brown, who battled many of the same demons as her seven-time Grammy-winning parent, died at Peachtree Christian Hospice in Duluth, Ga., almost six months after she was found unconscious in a water-filled bathtub at her home on Jan. 31, the Houston family told Entertainment Tonight.
Baale, son, 9 others arrested over Lagos hotelier’s death
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By Esther Onyegbula
LAGOS—The Baale of Temidire Alagbado, Chief Nojeem Abioye, his son, and nine others have been arrested in connection with the murder of Alhaji Olatunji Rasaq, alias Alaso, who was killed penultimate Monday in Alagbado area of Lagos.
As at Friday, 11 suspects, including the Baale, Chief Abioye, and his son, who were detained over the weekend, were still being interrogated at the State Department of Criminal Investigation and Intelligence, SDCII, Yaba.
By Esther Onyegbula
LAGOS—The Baale of Temidire Alagbado, Chief Nojeem Abioye, his son, and nine others have been arrested in connection with the murder of Alhaji Olatunji Rasaq, alias Alaso, who was killed penultimate Monday in Alagbado area of Lagos.
As at Friday, 11 suspects, including the Baale, Chief Abioye, and his son, who were detained over the weekend, were still being interrogated at the State Department of Criminal Investigation and Intelligence, SDCII, Yaba.
Controversy trails N1.3bn BVN fee for BDC transactions
Customers besiege banks as BVN registration deadlines expires
Controversy is trailing the imposition of N1.3 billion annual Biometric Verification Number (BVN) search fee on Bureaux De Change (BDC) transactions. Recall that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) two weeks ago, directed that all transactions consummated by BDCs with effect from August 1, 2015, must have the BVN of the customers. The apex bank also stated that each BDC would pay a token transaction fee of N100 for each access on the BVN portal of the Nigeria Interbank Settlement System (NIBSS) for the confirmation/validation of the BVN number of the BDC’s customers.
At an estimate of 100 transactions per week per BDC, the
Controversy is trailing the imposition of N1.3 billion annual Biometric Verification Number (BVN) search fee on Bureaux De Change (BDC) transactions. Recall that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) two weeks ago, directed that all transactions consummated by BDCs with effect from August 1, 2015, must have the BVN of the customers. The apex bank also stated that each BDC would pay a token transaction fee of N100 for each access on the BVN portal of the Nigeria Interbank Settlement System (NIBSS) for the confirmation/validation of the BVN number of the BDC’s customers.
At an estimate of 100 transactions per week per BDC, the
No room for incompetent contractors – Okowa
By Festus Ahon
ASABA—DELTA State governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, has said only contractors with proven track records of quality delivery on their jobs would be patronised by his administration.

Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa
The governor dropped the hint during an unscheduled inspection visit of the old Lagos/Asaba road, Agbor, weekend.
“When we see that your service is good with or without supervision and your project is going on according to specification, we will patronise you, the most important thing to us in Delta State is good and quality job,” he said.
ASABA—DELTA State governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, has said only contractors with proven track records of quality delivery on their jobs would be patronised by his administration.

The governor dropped the hint during an unscheduled inspection visit of the old Lagos/Asaba road, Agbor, weekend.
“When we see that your service is good with or without supervision and your project is going on according to specification, we will patronise you, the most important thing to us in Delta State is good and quality job,” he said.
Real estate, ICT, fastest growing sectors in Nigeria – UN
Goodluck Jonathan Estate in Abuja. (Credit Channels)
Real Estate, as well as Information and Communications Technology (ICT) have been identified by the UN as some of the fastest growing sectors in the Nigerian economy. Mr Patrick Osakwe, Head, Poverty and Trade Department, UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), made this known in an interview in Lagos.
Real Estate, as well as Information and Communications Technology (ICT) have been identified by the UN as some of the fastest growing sectors in the Nigerian economy. Mr Patrick Osakwe, Head, Poverty and Trade Department, UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), made this known in an interview in Lagos.
U.S. Embassy staff killed in Islamabad:
Employee of the U.S. Embassy in Pakistan’s capital city, though a motive for the attack is still unclear, police said.
The dead employee, Iqbal Baig, worked for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and was killed early Sunday morning at his home, police said.
The U.S. Embassy did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Baig belonged to a minority Muslim Shiite sect known as the Ismaili. Ismailis largely live in peace in Sunni-dominated Pakistan, though Islamic extremists in the country view Shiites as heretics.
The dead employee, Iqbal Baig, worked for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and was killed early Sunday morning at his home, police said.
The U.S. Embassy did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Baig belonged to a minority Muslim Shiite sect known as the Ismaili. Ismailis largely live in peace in Sunni-dominated Pakistan, though Islamic extremists in the country view Shiites as heretics.
Brandon Jenner, Leah Jenner welcome home their first child
Caitlyn Jenner just became a grandparent again.
Brandon Jenner and his wife, Leah Jenner, have officially welcomed home their first child.
Eva James Jenner was born July 22 according to an announcement the couple made on Instagram.
"On Wednesday, July 22nd I became a Mom," she captioned a photo of herself still pregnant. "It has without a doubt been the most profoundly beautiful time in my life but also emotionally, spiritually and physically challenging too....and I am so grateful for every second of it. Brandon and I are taking care of our healthy, little baby girl, Eva James Jenner.
Caitlyn Jenner shares Father's Day photo in first family snap since her transition

Leah, who announced in March she was expecting a baby, has been chronicling her journey on Instagram with beautiful photos of her and Brandon's life.
Brandon Jenner and his wife, Leah Jenner, have officially welcomed home their first child.
Eva James Jenner was born July 22 according to an announcement the couple made on Instagram.
"On Wednesday, July 22nd I became a Mom," she captioned a photo of herself still pregnant. "It has without a doubt been the most profoundly beautiful time in my life but also emotionally, spiritually and physically challenging too....and I am so grateful for every second of it. Brandon and I are taking care of our healthy, little baby girl, Eva James Jenner.
Caitlyn Jenner shares Father's Day photo in first family snap since her transition

Leah, who announced in March she was expecting a baby, has been chronicling her journey on Instagram with beautiful photos of her and Brandon's life.
Flirty model busted smuggling $134G of cocaine across border
A jetsetting model’s over-the-top flirting tipped off federal border patrol officers, who discovered $134,000 in cocaine hidden in her Mercedes Benz, authorities said.
Officers thought Anett Pikula seemed “overly talkative” when she was stopped on July 19 at an Arizona crossing.
Officers thought Anett Pikula seemed “overly talkative” when she was stopped on July 19 at an Arizona crossing.
Suicide bomber killed 13 humans in Somalian hotel.
Afrocandy Tells Pastors: face your business
Afrocandy has asked pastors to leave her alone and stop sending her DM’s just because they want her to change her lifestyle. According to her, there is nothing wrong with her and she praises and worships God like every other person. She took to her Facebook page to vent her anger. What she wrote after the cut.
Before you enter my inbox telling me to repent and preaching to me how Jesus loves me and died for me please look me well. I am a Christian, I praise and worship my God and his son Jesus Christ always, and I know they love me, protect, provide for me and my children, you don't need to tell me.
Before you enter my inbox telling me to repent and preaching to me how Jesus loves me and died for me please look me well. I am a Christian, I praise and worship my God and his son Jesus Christ always, and I know they love me, protect, provide for me and my children, you don't need to tell me.
Pedro Martinez delivers emotional, bilingual HOF speech
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. - Pedro Martinez danced as he got ready to deliver his induction speech to the Baseball Hall of Fame Sunday and then he treated fans to an entertaining, emotional romp in two languages.
Police is not investigating me
EMBATTLED Senate Deputy President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu, broke silence, weekend, in Enugu over the rumpus being generated over the alleged ‘doctored’ Senate Rule, saying that he was not under any police investigation.
He also declared that allegations against him in the Senate are about non-existent issues that have nothing to do with his position as the Deputy Senate President and progress of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in the struggle for political supremacy in the country.
He also declared that allegations against him in the Senate are about non-existent issues that have nothing to do with his position as the Deputy Senate President and progress of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in the struggle for political supremacy in the country.
JAMB urges candidates to check website for redistribution
Joint Admission and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has urged the 2015 UTME candidates to check its website on Monday, August 3, for the list of universities they have been redistributed to.
Speaking with Vanguard Sunday, the Head of JAMB, Lagos, Dr. Beatrice Okorie said: “The 2015 UTME candidates are to check JAMB’s website on Monday, August 3, for the list and the universities they have been redistributed to.”
Speaking with Vanguard Sunday, the Head of JAMB, Lagos, Dr. Beatrice Okorie said: “The 2015 UTME candidates are to check JAMB’s website on Monday, August 3, for the list and the universities they have been redistributed to.”
APC chieftains to Niger: Be patient with Buhari
A chieftain of All Progressive Congress, APC, in Bayelsa State and a former second republic state legislator in the old Rivers State, Chief Austine Asamaowei, has urged the people of Niger Delta to be patient and allow President Muhammadu Buhari to settle down for governance.
According to him, the President needs the support of all Nigerians to move the country forward.
According to him, the President needs the support of all Nigerians to move the country forward.
PDP blasts Buhari.........
leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP yesterday took a swipe at President Muhammadu Buhari over statements attributed to him, saying that Nigerians who gave him 97% of their votes will be better treated than those who gave him 5%, saying that declaration was not only vindictive, divisive, but an attempt by the president to govern the country in a discriminatory manner.
Ex-banker re-arraigned for alleged N19.5m theft
The Police in Ibadan on Friday re-arraigned a 31-year-old ex-banker, Ogunsola Israel, over an alleged N19.5 million fraud.
Israel was docked at an Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court on a three-count charge bordering on stealing and fraudulent transaction.
Israel was docked at an Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court on a three-count charge bordering on stealing and fraudulent transaction.
OPC condoles with Nigerians, blames explosion on FG’s contract withdrawal
Mr Gani Adams, the factional leader of Oodua People’s Congress (OPC), on Friday sympathised with the Arepo Community and Nigerians over the Wednesday’s pipelines explosion that killed more than 100 people.
This is contained in a statement issued by Mr Yinka Oguntimehin, the OPC Director of Media and Publicity in Lagos.
This is contained in a statement issued by Mr Yinka Oguntimehin, the OPC Director of Media and Publicity in Lagos.
Man, 25, brutally beaten by 2 men with stick in Bronx:
A 25-year-old man was fighting for his life after two men bludgeoned him with a stick in the Bronx early Friday, police said.
The man was brutally beaten about the head and body on Grand Concourse and E. 167th St. in Grand Concourse about 4:15 a.m., police said.
He was taken to Lincoln Medical Center, where he was listed in critical condition, according to officials.
The man was brutally beaten about the head and body on Grand Concourse and E. 167th St. in Grand Concourse about 4:15 a.m., police said.
He was taken to Lincoln Medical Center, where he was listed in critical condition, according to officials.
76 years old found floating in Bronx lake
A 76-year-old man who had been reported missing Thursday was later found dead in a Bronx lake, police sources said.
The body of Bernard Madden, of Yonkers, was found floating in Van Cortlandt Park lake at 8:20 p.m., the sources said.
The body of Bernard Madden, of Yonkers, was found floating in Van Cortlandt Park lake at 8:20 p.m., the sources said.
3 dead, 9 injured in Louisiana movie theater mass shooting
A shooting at a packed Louisiana movie theater Thursday night left three people dead, including the 58-year-old gunman, and nine others injured as horrific echoes of the Colorado massacre rocked this bayou city, officials said.
Gunfire rang out at 7:30 p.m. during a showing of the Amy Schumer hit comedy “Trainwreck” at the Grand Theater in Lafayette, according to police.
Gunfire rang out at 7:30 p.m. during a showing of the Amy Schumer hit comedy “Trainwreck” at the Grand Theater in Lafayette, according to police.
Ways to Poison a Woman(Must Read)
1. Make her cum daily.
2. Compliment her genuinely.
3. Leave a candy and a blank cheque for her to find.
4. Kiss her for At least, 8 seconds.
2. Compliment her genuinely.
3. Leave a candy and a blank cheque for her to find.
4. Kiss her for At least, 8 seconds.
Boko Haram Islamists kill eight in Borno village
Gunmen killed eight people in a raid on a village in northeastern Nigeria, a local resident and a vigilante said Thursday, in the latest violence blamed on Boko Haram.
The attack in Borno state Wednesday was unleashed the same day as twin suicide bombings in Cameroon and a series of blasts at two bus stations in Nigeria that left at least 50 dead.
“The gunmen we believe to be from Boko Haram came into our village around 9 pm on Wednesday and shot dead eight people,” said Umar Goni, a resident of Pompomari village.
The attack in Borno state Wednesday was unleashed the same day as twin suicide bombings in Cameroon and a series of blasts at two bus stations in Nigeria that left at least 50 dead.
“The gunmen we believe to be from Boko Haram came into our village around 9 pm on Wednesday and shot dead eight people,” said Umar Goni, a resident of Pompomari village.
Why I want to spend two more seasons @ Chelsea
Super Eagles star, John Mikel Obi, has stated that he is willing to remain at Chelsea till the end of his contract in 2017.
The Nigerian is now the second-longest serving player at Stamford Bridge, after captain John Terry.
It is something Jose Mourinho has noted on this pre-season trip, pointing out the pair are now the only players who bridge the gap between his trophy-laden first and second spells as Chelsea manager. He knows having a serial winner like Mikel around the group can only be beneficial.
Mourinho knows too what the 28-year-old can offer on the pitch, another reason why any rumours linking Mikel with a move away from west London can be dismissed.
The Nigerian is now the second-longest serving player at Stamford Bridge, after captain John Terry.
It is something Jose Mourinho has noted on this pre-season trip, pointing out the pair are now the only players who bridge the gap between his trophy-laden first and second spells as Chelsea manager. He knows having a serial winner like Mikel around the group can only be beneficial.
Mourinho knows too what the 28-year-old can offer on the pitch, another reason why any rumours linking Mikel with a move away from west London can be dismissed.
Suspected jihadist killed, 16 arrested in Tunisia – govt
Tunisian forces killed one suspected jihadist and arrested 16 others in a series of operations, the government said Friday, as lawmakers studied tougher anti-terrorism laws following a spate of attacks.
NASS: 7 APC chieftains whose influence can end crises
By Charles Kumolu
DESPITE being accused of allowing the crises rocking both chambers of the National Assembly to fester, some leading voices in the All Progressives Congress, APC, are believed to posses the magic wand needed to prevent the now rambunctious legislature from derailing
DESPITE being accused of allowing the crises rocking both chambers of the National Assembly to fester, some leading voices in the All Progressives Congress, APC, are believed to posses the magic wand needed to prevent the now rambunctious legislature from derailing
Boko Haram holds territory.
Boko Haram Islamists are still holding on to some territories in Nigeria’s troubled northeast, state governors from the region said on Thursday, after the military claimed a series of major victories against the Islamists.
Borno and Yobe governors told a monthly national economic council meeting in Abuja that the rebel group — whose insurgency has claimed more than 15,000 lives since 2009 — still controlled five municipalities within their states.
Borno and Yobe governors told a monthly national economic council meeting in Abuja that the rebel group — whose insurgency has claimed more than 15,000 lives since 2009 — still controlled five municipalities within their states.
survival of the fits.
As the resumption of the Nigerian National House of Assembly is getting nearer, tension are on the high side contemplation on the suspense of what the resumption will bring forth.Reports are tripping as some Honourable are seen in some Gym houses.
motocycle protest in Akure
Okada riders protesting in Ondo
FOR over four hours commercial motorcycle riders, otherwise known as Okada riders, Thursday, paralysed commercial activities in Akure over alleged extortion by the state government.
FOR over four hours commercial motorcycle riders, otherwise known as Okada riders, Thursday, paralysed commercial activities in Akure over alleged extortion by the state government.
EU file antitrust charges against major US movie studios.
The European Union is furious with six major U.S. movie studios — including Disney.
The EU Commission has filed antitrust charges against the studios for preventing British broadcasters from showing their movies outside the U.K. and Ireland.
The EU Commission has filed antitrust charges against the studios for preventing British broadcasters from showing their movies outside the U.K. and Ireland.
Dakuku not eligible to run for governor—Wike
Gov. Nyesom Wike of Rivers on Wednesday told the Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja that Mr Dakuku Peterside of All Progressive Congress (APC) had no eligibility to contest the 2015 governorship election.
The governor, who said this through his Counsel, Mr Emmanuel Ukala, SAN, that Peterside did not observe the INEC rules governing his nomination as the APC candidates.
“The APC did not observe the 21 days Electoral Act declaration under which it is to notify INEC of its candidate before its primary elections.
“So the document presented by APC on Nov. 18, 2014 notifying INEC of its candidate does not in any way go with the provisions of the electoral law.
“Time is needed to be given to INEC within 21 days of notice under Section 85(1) of the electoral act to produce a candidate to be held, failing which the convention is deemed to be unlawful and a nullity,’’ he said.

Wike and Peterside
The governor, who said this through his Counsel, Mr Emmanuel Ukala, SAN, that Peterside did not observe the INEC rules governing his nomination as the APC candidates.
“The APC did not observe the 21 days Electoral Act declaration under which it is to notify INEC of its candidate before its primary elections.
“So the document presented by APC on Nov. 18, 2014 notifying INEC of its candidate does not in any way go with the provisions of the electoral law.
“Time is needed to be given to INEC within 21 days of notice under Section 85(1) of the electoral act to produce a candidate to be held, failing which the convention is deemed to be unlawful and a nullity,’’ he said.

5 family members found dead in Oklahoma house
Five family members were found dead in an Oklahoma house Wednesday night, and two teenage relatives were arrested for their suspected killings, police said.
Police found the five victims in a Broken Arrow home, south of Tulsa, around 11:30 p.m. after responding to a call about an unknown problem, Broken Arrow Police Sgt. Thomas Cooper told the Daily News.
Police found the five victims in a Broken Arrow home, south of Tulsa, around 11:30 p.m. after responding to a call about an unknown problem, Broken Arrow Police Sgt. Thomas Cooper told the Daily News.
Ala. man caught after killing woman, kidnapping ex
Alabama police swarmed a remote motel Wednesday night, where they barged into a room and captured a 60-year-old man wanted for murdering one woman and kidnapping his ex-girlfriend.
Buhari’s appointments: Ndigbo urged to be patient
By Ikenna Asomba
As mixed reactions continued to trail the recent appointment by President Muhammadu Buhari, people of the South East region, have been urged to exercise restraint in making quick conclusions that they will be marginalized under the Buhari’s administration.
The Special Assistant to the Imo State Governor and Liaison Officer, Lagos, Alfred Ononugbo, made this plea on yesterday, while speaking at a press conference in Lagos, to announce a Solidarity Rally and Grand Reception in honour of Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo State, on Saturday, July 25, at the National Arts Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos.
Ononugbo, who affirmed that Ndigbo cannot be relegated to the background as one of the tripod legs holding Nigeria, however advised that the Buhari administration should be given time to digest the degree of challenge ahead in order to make appropriate selection in his appointments.
As mixed reactions continued to trail the recent appointment by President Muhammadu Buhari, people of the South East region, have been urged to exercise restraint in making quick conclusions that they will be marginalized under the Buhari’s administration.
The Special Assistant to the Imo State Governor and Liaison Officer, Lagos, Alfred Ononugbo, made this plea on yesterday, while speaking at a press conference in Lagos, to announce a Solidarity Rally and Grand Reception in honour of Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo State, on Saturday, July 25, at the National Arts Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos.
Ononugbo, who affirmed that Ndigbo cannot be relegated to the background as one of the tripod legs holding Nigeria, however advised that the Buhari administration should be given time to digest the degree of challenge ahead in order to make appropriate selection in his appointments.
APC govs oppose Fayose as NGF deputy chairman
The All Progressives Congress, APC, has said that it will oppose the choice of Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti State as deputy chairman of the Governors’ Forum.
A source close to an APC governor in one of the North Central States said the choice of Fayose by the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, was ill considered and unacceptable to the party.
A source close to an APC governor in one of the North Central States said the choice of Fayose by the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, was ill considered and unacceptable to the party.
Penn. police officer shot two teens, placed on leave
A Pennsylvania police officer has been placed on administrative leave one day after shooting and wounding two teens after a low-speed suburban car chase, police announced Monday.
The leave is “standard procedure” for when an officer is involved in a shooting under investigation, Reading Police Chief William Heim told local media.
The officer, who hasn’t been identified, pursued the two teens, plus a minor passenger, Sunday night after a report of suspicious activity at a Sunoco convenience store in Reading, the Reading Eagle reported.
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The chase ended with gunfire at the end of this dirt road in the suburb Lower Alsace Township. Two teens were shot and wounded.

The leave is “standard procedure” for when an officer is involved in a shooting under investigation, Reading Police Chief William Heim told local media.
The officer, who hasn’t been identified, pursued the two teens, plus a minor passenger, Sunday night after a report of suspicious activity at a Sunoco convenience store in Reading, the Reading Eagle reported.
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The chase ended with gunfire at the end of this dirt road in the suburb Lower Alsace Township. Two teens were shot and wounded.

U.S. pressure made Nigeria’s transition peaceful, Buhari tells Obama
Washington DC (USA) – President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday in Washington DC said that the continued pressure on the immediate past administration by the United States and some European countries made the general elections in Nigeria to be free and fair.
Buhari said this while responding to the welcome remarks by President Barack Obama, before the start of the bilateral meeting between officials of both countries at the Oval Office of the White House, Washington DC, on the second day of the visit.
Buhari said this while responding to the welcome remarks by President Barack Obama, before the start of the bilateral meeting between officials of both countries at the Oval Office of the White House, Washington DC, on the second day of the visit.
Zach Johnson prevails in playoff to win 2015 British Open
American Zach Johnson prevails over Louis Oosthuizen and Marc Leishman in a three-way playoff to win the 2015 British Open.
2015 Dodge Durango: A bigger (and better) Jeep?
More capable than a typical crossover, but without the size or rugged off-roading capability common to traditional SUVs, the 2015 Dodge Durango’s blend of talents likely proves to be just right for many people.
It might not be able to tackle the Rubicon Trail, like many Jeep vehicles can boast. But in the real world of everday driving, the Durango has lots to offer - including a third-row seat (something the Grand Cherokee doesn't offer in any trim level).
It might not be able to tackle the Rubicon Trail, like many Jeep vehicles can boast. But in the real world of everday driving, the Durango has lots to offer - including a third-row seat (something the Grand Cherokee doesn't offer in any trim level).
Driver strikes Queens man with car after argument
An irate driver hit the gas and purposely struck a 40-year-old man he had just argued with on a Queens street, critically injuring him, police said Monday.
The victim suffered serious head trauma and was in critical condition at Jamaica Hospital.
Police said the incident happened Sunday, about 11:10 p.m., when someone dropped him off on 71st Ave., near 110th St., in Forest Hills.
Another car, possibly a Dodge Magnum, stopped in the street, its driver apparently angry about not being able to pass through.
The driver got out of the car, police said, and argued with the victim.
Then, police said, the driver got back in his car, backed up one car length and hit the gas, speeding up and striking the victim, who fell and struck his head on the ground.
The driver fled the scene and is being sought.
The victim suffered serious head trauma and was in critical condition at Jamaica Hospital.
Police said the incident happened Sunday, about 11:10 p.m., when someone dropped him off on 71st Ave., near 110th St., in Forest Hills.
Another car, possibly a Dodge Magnum, stopped in the street, its driver apparently angry about not being able to pass through.
The driver got out of the car, police said, and argued with the victim.
Then, police said, the driver got back in his car, backed up one car length and hit the gas, speeding up and striking the victim, who fell and struck his head on the ground.
The driver fled the scene and is being sought.
Ex-Vatican diplomat's sex abuse trial delayed over illness
Vatican press photo shows the courtroom of the Holy See, where Jozef Wesolowski is on trial on accusations of sexually abusing minors during his stint as Vatican ambassador to the Dominican Republic.
A former papal diplomat accused of sexually abusing teen boys while stationed in the Dominican Republic has been hospitalized in intensive care, forcing adjournment of his trial in a Vatican courtroom.
A former papal diplomat accused of sexually abusing teen boys while stationed in the Dominican Republic has been hospitalized in intensive care, forcing adjournment of his trial in a Vatican courtroom.
2019 Presidency: Govs Forum, NASS are new battlegrounds
The National Assembly and the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) appear to have emerged as the new battlegrounds for high profile politicians jostling for the 2019 presidential contest.
The politicians bid, Sunday Vanguard learnt, is predicated on the assumption that President Muhammadu Buhari, on account of age (he is 72), may not run for second term at the next general elections.
Sources at the weekend linked the politicians ambition to the National Assembly leadership crisis.
The politicians bid, Sunday Vanguard learnt, is predicated on the assumption that President Muhammadu Buhari, on account of age (he is 72), may not run for second term at the next general elections.
Sources at the weekend linked the politicians ambition to the National Assembly leadership crisis.
$1m offer for wizard of Oz ruby red slippers
A photo shows one of the four pairs of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 film "The Wizard of Oz." An anonymous donor has offered a $1 million reward for credible information leading to a pair of the sequined shoes stolen from a museum 10 years ago.
An anonymous donor has offered a $1 million reward for credible information leading to the pair of Judy Garland’s sequined, ruby red slippers stolen from a museum in her Minnesota hometown.
The late actress wore the slippers in “The Wizard of Oz.” Three other pairs still exist, including one on display at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington.
An anonymous donor has offered a $1 million reward for credible information leading to the pair of Judy Garland’s sequined, ruby red slippers stolen from a museum in her Minnesota hometown.
The late actress wore the slippers in “The Wizard of Oz.” Three other pairs still exist, including one on display at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington.
Cop who caught homeless mom stealing buys her diapers
This police officer responded to the scene — with his heart.
Roeland Park, Kan., cop Mark Engravalle found Sarah Robinson and her six kids in deplorable shape after staff at a Walmart apparently caught the homeless Kansas City-area widow shoplifting for her children Monday, The Kansas City Star reported.
So the officer bought her diapers, wipes and shoes out of his own wallet.
Engravalle did write Robinson a ticket for stealing $300 worth of items. But, on Friday, local radio station KMBZ gave the Roeland Park Police Department $6,000 that concerned listeners donated for the mom with 2-year-old twin daughters and four others aged 4,12, 13 and 15, according to KSHB-TV.
Roeland Park, Kan., cop Mark Engravalle found Sarah Robinson and her six kids in deplorable shape after staff at a Walmart apparently caught the homeless Kansas City-area widow shoplifting for her children Monday, The Kansas City Star reported.
So the officer bought her diapers, wipes and shoes out of his own wallet.
Engravalle did write Robinson a ticket for stealing $300 worth of items. But, on Friday, local radio station KMBZ gave the Roeland Park Police Department $6,000 that concerned listeners donated for the mom with 2-year-old twin daughters and four others aged 4,12, 13 and 15, according to KSHB-TV.
cop fatally choking Eric Garner: Graphic content
When I first set eyes on Ramsey Orta, he was sitting alone on a bicycle outside his Staten Island home.
One year aanniversary
Within hours, his video capturing Eric Garner’s death in police custody went viral — creating a firestorm of controversy that rages to this day in the June 17, 2014, arrest.Ekweremadu: Group cautions APC leadership
Ndigbo Youths Organization (NYO) has cautioned the leadership of All Progressives Congress (APC) over what it described as the efforts to muscle Senator Ike Ekweremadu, Deputy President of the Senate, out of office.
The group, in a release by its Secretary General, Comrade Patrick Afuberah, said, Ike Ekweremadu was duly elected as other key officers of the National Assembly, adding that there was nothing unusual about his emergence to warrant the attacks unleashed on him by the APC leadership.
The group, in a release by its Secretary General, Comrade Patrick Afuberah, said, Ike Ekweremadu was duly elected as other key officers of the National Assembly, adding that there was nothing unusual about his emergence to warrant the attacks unleashed on him by the APC leadership.
Lamido cries out from prison: I’m being persecuted over 2019 Presidency
By Soni Daniel, Regional Editor, North
After spending 72 hours with his two sons in Kano Central Prison, immediate past governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido, has imputed political motives to his incarceration.
According to the former governor, he is being persecuted by those who feel that they would not be able to actualise their presidential ambition with him around the political arena.
Lamido, who spoke exclusively to Sunday Vanguard through his media aide, Umar Kyari, yesterday, drew the attention of Nigerians and the international community to the attempt being made by those he called “my political enemies” to silence him using the instrumentality of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
After spending 72 hours with his two sons in Kano Central Prison, immediate past governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido, has imputed political motives to his incarceration.
According to the former governor, he is being persecuted by those who feel that they would not be able to actualise their presidential ambition with him around the political arena.
Lamido, who spoke exclusively to Sunday Vanguard through his media aide, Umar Kyari, yesterday, drew the attention of Nigerians and the international community to the attempt being made by those he called “my political enemies” to silence him using the instrumentality of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Nigerians expectations from Buhari are like Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead— Dele Momodu
By Olalekan Bilesanmi
Mr Dele Momodu, the publisher of the Qvation magazine, was the presidential candidate of the National Commission Party (NCP) in the 2011 general elections. In this interview, Momodu speaks on the Buhari administration, the elections of the leaders of the two chambers of the National Assembly and his relationship with the National Leader of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Ashiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as well as the late politician, Chief MKO Abiola, among other issues.
Mr Dele Momodu, the publisher of the Qvation magazine, was the presidential candidate of the National Commission Party (NCP) in the 2011 general elections. In this interview, Momodu speaks on the Buhari administration, the elections of the leaders of the two chambers of the National Assembly and his relationship with the National Leader of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Ashiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as well as the late politician, Chief MKO Abiola, among other issues.
Ant-Man's' Evangeline Lilly talks women in superhero films
As the main female character at the heart of “Ant-Man,” Evangeline Lilly knew when she signed on that she’d have to battle more than some burly stuntmen.
She was ready to fight all those genre stereotypes, too.
She was ready to fight all those genre stereotypes, too.
Man dies after Alabama police pepper spray him
A man collapsed and died while in Tuscaloosa, Ala., police custody shortly after officers pepper sprayed and handcuffed him Friday night, authorities said.
A caller told 911 dispatchers that a man later identified as Anthony Ware was sitting on a porch at Crescent East Apartments and more importantly, he had a gun, Tuscaloosa police Sgt. Brent Blankley said of the fateful 9:20 p.m. call.
A caller told 911 dispatchers that a man later identified as Anthony Ware was sitting on a porch at Crescent East Apartments and more importantly, he had a gun, Tuscaloosa police Sgt. Brent Blankley said of the fateful 9:20 p.m. call.
Investors lose N271bn in five days
As lull in govt crashes stock market
By Emeka Anaeto, Economy Editor
A combination of macroeconmic and political factors have forced the Nigerian stock market into massive slide as the market suffered its worst week losses since after the inauguration of the President Muhammadu Buhari’s government in May. Investors lost N271.7bn last week as market capitalization of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) reduced to N10.8trillion.
The market had bounced into a frenzy of bullish run following the successful conduct of the presidential election resulting into massive gains driven by high expectations and positive sentiments.
But the market began flip-flop swings week-on-week and, by June, the negative sentiments became predominant. The market did not record a single gain in the first 10 days of July 2015.

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By Emeka Anaeto, Economy Editor
A combination of macroeconmic and political factors have forced the Nigerian stock market into massive slide as the market suffered its worst week losses since after the inauguration of the President Muhammadu Buhari’s government in May. Investors lost N271.7bn last week as market capitalization of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) reduced to N10.8trillion.
The market had bounced into a frenzy of bullish run following the successful conduct of the presidential election resulting into massive gains driven by high expectations and positive sentiments.
But the market began flip-flop swings week-on-week and, by June, the negative sentiments became predominant. The market did not record a single gain in the first 10 days of July 2015.

Bernie Sanders picking up steam in early primary states
Berniementum is building in the early primary states — and capturing the imaginations of liberal activists across the country.
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders has emerged as the clear early favorite of progressives resistant to Hillary Clinton’s charms in Iowa and New Hampshire, and he’s drawing big crowds.
“He has certainly picked up some buzz,” said former Iowa Democratic Party Chairman Scott Brennan.
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders has emerged as the clear early favorite of progressives resistant to Hillary Clinton’s charms in Iowa and New Hampshire, and he’s drawing big crowds.
“He has certainly picked up some buzz,” said former Iowa Democratic Party Chairman Scott Brennan.
President urged to consider North East for SGF
National Mandate Group has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to appoint his Secretary to the Government of the Federation from the North-East.
The group, in an open letter by Otunba Doyin Adeniyi and Alhaji Ibrahim Modibbo to Buhari, asked him to consider the contribution of the zone to his emergence as the winner of the March 28 poll.
The group, in an open letter by Otunba Doyin Adeniyi and Alhaji Ibrahim Modibbo to Buhari, asked him to consider the contribution of the zone to his emergence as the winner of the March 28 poll.
RESIDENCY CARD: Ondo breaks new ground
This is part of planning. Mimiko has taken us back to the Awolowo school of leadership, that leadership is not by permutation but good planning for the welfare of the people” .“That was how human rights activist, Yinka Odumakin, summarized the Residency Card initiated by Ondo State Governor Olusegun Mimiko at the flag-off ceremony of its utilization phase.
World Health Organization Lays Out Plans for Financing New Global Health Goal
WHO is urging countries to move towards universal health coverage and to scale up international investment in catalytic development funding. The call comes as world leaders travel to the Third UN Financing for Development Conference in Addis Ababa to discuss ways to pay for the new Sustainable Development Goals, to be launched in New York in September 2015.
“The best way to assure meaningful progress towards the new global health goal is for countries to move closer to universal health coverage,” says Dr Margaret Chan, WHO Director-General.
Motorcycle driver loses her leg in explosive Brooklyn crash
A 30-year-old motorcycle enthusiast lost her leg during a gruesome crash in Brooklyn early Saturday, police said.
Latisha Larrymore posted a provocative pic on Facebook in November in which she's lying atop her beloved powder blue Yamaha R6, her long toned legs laying across the handlebars.
She lost control of the bike and crashed it into a silver Chrysler minivan on Atlantic Ave. near Cleveland St. in East New York as she returned from a friend’s home about 4:30 a.m., shearing off her left leg, horrified witnesses and family members said.

Latisha Larrymore, 30, poses atop her Yamaha R6 in a November Facebook photo.

“Her one leg was over there and the other was broken,” said 27-year-old Atiba Bailey, a passenger in the minivan. “She was just folded up in the fetal position like a baby. I just hope that girl is all right.”
Larrymore was speeding down Atlantic Ave., weaving through traffic, when she smashed into the back of the minivan as it turned onto the avenue from Ashford St., cops said.
"I could see her way back there,” said Bailey. “She cut in front of one car and then cut in front of another and then — boom!”
Larrymore flew off the bike, but somehow ended up getting run over by the minivan, stunned onlookers said. She also slammed into a parked pickup truck, a concrete wall and a pole.
“She was just trying to breathe,” Bailey said.
Her motorcycle exploded like a grenade from the collision, launching one wheel across the street and sending shattered pieces of wreckage down the block.
"When I looked behind me all I saw was pieces flying," Bailey said.
The minivan driver faced no immediate charges.

Larrymore, a motorcycle enthusiast, lost her left leg, broke her right leg and both her arms after she crashed into a van Friday night.
Larrymore was undergoing surgery at Brookdale University Hospital Saturday morning. Doctors told family members that, besides losing her left leg, she broke both arms, her right leg and several ribs and is in critical condition.
She also has bleeding on the brain, sibling Michelle Larrymore, 31, said.
"She's lucky to be alive,” Larrymore’s older sister told the News. “We are praying for the best."
On Facebook Larrymore, a former bouncer at a Queens night club described by family members as a “safe and responsible driver,” joked about her need for speed.
“I think I’ll scare you with the way I ride,” she told one Facebook follower.
On Friday night she showed up at her older sister’s home, complaining that her Yamaha wasn’t working right and asked her brother-in-law to take a look at it.
"She said that it felt funny and (my husband) was like 'then don't ride it,' but she still decided to ride it,” Michelle Larrymore said. “She shouldn’t have.”

Larrymore’s brother Robert Fields, 34, was visiting his newborn baby girl at Northshore University Hospital in Manhasset, L.I., when he got the call about Latisha.
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“She has lost a limb but she's alive,” her sister Michelle Larrymore said. “We are happy for that.”
"The second she said 'Titi,' I knew something bad had happened," Fields said, using his sister's nickname. "She's so small but her heart is so big. She's very loved."
Fields said his sister was in a car accident roughly two years ago and suffered serious back injuries.
"She was still going to physical therapy for her back when this happened," he said. "There has to be more awareness about people riding bikes."
Despite her serious injuries, family members said they’re glad they’ll be able to see her again.
"My sister got a second chance and I'm just so happy that I get to have another word with her," Larrymore’s younger sister Shanice Blythe, 26, told the News holding back tears. "I don't know if I would be standing here right now if I got that call that she didn't make it."
“She has lost a limb but she's alive,” Michelle Larrymore added. “We are happy for that.”
Latisha Larrymore posted a provocative pic on Facebook in November in which she's lying atop her beloved powder blue Yamaha R6, her long toned legs laying across the handlebars.
She lost control of the bike and crashed it into a silver Chrysler minivan on Atlantic Ave. near Cleveland St. in East New York as she returned from a friend’s home about 4:30 a.m., shearing off her left leg, horrified witnesses and family members said.


“Her one leg was over there and the other was broken,” said 27-year-old Atiba Bailey, a passenger in the minivan. “She was just folded up in the fetal position like a baby. I just hope that girl is all right.”
Larrymore was speeding down Atlantic Ave., weaving through traffic, when she smashed into the back of the minivan as it turned onto the avenue from Ashford St., cops said.
"I could see her way back there,” said Bailey. “She cut in front of one car and then cut in front of another and then — boom!”
Larrymore flew off the bike, but somehow ended up getting run over by the minivan, stunned onlookers said. She also slammed into a parked pickup truck, a concrete wall and a pole.
“She was just trying to breathe,” Bailey said.
Her motorcycle exploded like a grenade from the collision, launching one wheel across the street and sending shattered pieces of wreckage down the block.
"When I looked behind me all I saw was pieces flying," Bailey said.
The minivan driver faced no immediate charges.

Larrymore was undergoing surgery at Brookdale University Hospital Saturday morning. Doctors told family members that, besides losing her left leg, she broke both arms, her right leg and several ribs and is in critical condition.
She also has bleeding on the brain, sibling Michelle Larrymore, 31, said.
"She's lucky to be alive,” Larrymore’s older sister told the News. “We are praying for the best."
On Facebook Larrymore, a former bouncer at a Queens night club described by family members as a “safe and responsible driver,” joked about her need for speed.
“I think I’ll scare you with the way I ride,” she told one Facebook follower.
On Friday night she showed up at her older sister’s home, complaining that her Yamaha wasn’t working right and asked her brother-in-law to take a look at it.
"She said that it felt funny and (my husband) was like 'then don't ride it,' but she still decided to ride it,” Michelle Larrymore said. “She shouldn’t have.”

Larrymore’s brother Robert Fields, 34, was visiting his newborn baby girl at Northshore University Hospital in Manhasset, L.I., when he got the call about Latisha.
“She has lost a limb but she's alive,” her sister Michelle Larrymore said. “We are happy for that.”
"The second she said 'Titi,' I knew something bad had happened," Fields said, using his sister's nickname. "She's so small but her heart is so big. She's very loved."
Fields said his sister was in a car accident roughly two years ago and suffered serious back injuries.
"She was still going to physical therapy for her back when this happened," he said. "There has to be more awareness about people riding bikes."
Despite her serious injuries, family members said they’re glad they’ll be able to see her again.
"My sister got a second chance and I'm just so happy that I get to have another word with her," Larrymore’s younger sister Shanice Blythe, 26, told the News holding back tears. "I don't know if I would be standing here right now if I got that call that she didn't make it."
“She has lost a limb but she's alive,” Michelle Larrymore added. “We are happy for that.”
Jonathan lost because of breach of power shift agreement to the North – PDP
By Henry Umoru
ABUJA- NATIONAL leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP said Saturday that it lost the March 28 Presidential election to Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress, APC because former President Goodluck Jonathan failed to honour the earlier agreement the party entered with the north that after eight years by the South, the North would then have its own turn.
ABUJA- NATIONAL leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP said Saturday that it lost the March 28 Presidential election to Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress, APC because former President Goodluck Jonathan failed to honour the earlier agreement the party entered with the north that after eight years by the South, the North would then have its own turn.
Scores of Boko Haram members feared dead in battle with troops
Scores of suspected terrorists were feared dead when troops who were newly deployed to the troubled Borno state clashed on their way along Damaturu-Maiduguri on Saturday morning.
The incident according to sources took place on Saturday morning between Ngamdu- Mainok- Jakana villages which is about 50km drive to Maiduguri, the state capital.
Between Benisheik and Ngamdu is about 25km stretch of road without any security checkpoint.
The incident according to sources took place on Saturday morning between Ngamdu- Mainok- Jakana villages which is about 50km drive to Maiduguri, the state capital.
Between Benisheik and Ngamdu is about 25km stretch of road without any security checkpoint.
Bangladesh stampede kills several at free clothing drive
At least 22 people have been killed in a stampede during a clothes giveaway in Mymensingh city in northern Bangladesh, police say.
Hundreds of people rushed through a small gate into a factory compound before dawn to get the free garments causing a crush.
Hundreds of people rushed through a small gate into a factory compound before dawn to get the free garments causing a crush.
Greece debt crisis: MPs to vote on new bailout plan
Greek MPs are to vote later on whether to back PM Alexis Tsipras's tough new proposals to secure a third bailout.
The proposals are aimed at staving off financial collapse and preventing a possible exit from the eurozone.
Eurozone finance ministers will examine the new proposals, which include pension cuts and tax rises, ahead of a full EU summit on Sunday.
Mr Tsipras is expected to win approval in parliament despite opposition from the left of his own Syriza party.
A parliamentary spokesman for Syriza, Nikos Filis, said he was confident parliament would give the government the mandate to negotiate the new bailout package.
The coalition government has 162 seats in the 300-strong parliament and also has the backing of many opposition MPs.

The proposals are aimed at staving off financial collapse and preventing a possible exit from the eurozone.
Eurozone finance ministers will examine the new proposals, which include pension cuts and tax rises, ahead of a full EU summit on Sunday.
Mr Tsipras is expected to win approval in parliament despite opposition from the left of his own Syriza party.
A parliamentary spokesman for Syriza, Nikos Filis, said he was confident parliament would give the government the mandate to negotiate the new bailout package.
The coalition government has 162 seats in the 300-strong parliament and also has the backing of many opposition MPs.

five indonesia airport closed, due to volcano erupt
Five airports in Indonesia have been shut, including in the tourist hotspot Bali, because of a volcanic eruption, transport officials say.
Mount Raung in East Java has been spewing ash into the air for nearly a week obscuring visibility at Bali's Denpasar airport.
For a second day, many flights between Bali and Australia have been cancelled, stranding travellers.
The island is a top holiday destination for Australians.
Mount Raung in East Java has been spewing ash into the air for nearly a week obscuring visibility at Bali's Denpasar airport.
For a second day, many flights between Bali and Australia have been cancelled, stranding travellers.
The island is a top holiday destination for Australians.
Irwin Keyes, 'Jeffersons' TV bodyguard, actor, dead at 63
Irwin Keyes, who was Hugo the bodyguard on TV's "The Jeffersons" and had a long career playing villains and henchmen, died Wednesday in Southern California. He was 63.
Talent manager Travis Engle said Keyes died of complications from acromegaly, a hormonal disorder in which the pituitary gland produces excess growth hormone. The condition can cause changes in facial bone structure and lead to premature death.
Talent manager Travis Engle said Keyes died of complications from acromegaly, a hormonal disorder in which the pituitary gland produces excess growth hormone. The condition can cause changes in facial bone structure and lead to premature death.
Subway riders blast Andrew Cuomo cardboard replica
Gov. Cuomo got an earful from frustrated subway riders Thursday.
Riders Alliance, a grassroots transit group criticizing the governor for leaving the MTA’s $32 billion plan to improve service unfunded, took a cardboard cutout for a rush-hour ride. Irate straphangers took no time ticking off their grievances to the Cuomo stand-in.
Riders Alliance, a grassroots transit group criticizing the governor for leaving the MTA’s $32 billion plan to improve service unfunded, took a cardboard cutout for a rush-hour ride. Irate straphangers took no time ticking off their grievances to the Cuomo stand-in.
Orosanye returns to EFCC today
FormeR Head of Service of the Federation, HoSF, Mr. Steve Oronsaye, yesterday, returned to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC’s custody ahead of possible arraignment.
Oronsaye was arrested and detained by operatives of the anti-graft agency, Wednesday, but released late night and asked to turn in himself, yesterday.
Vanguard learnt that Oronsaye was, however, asked to go home at about 6p.m., yesterday, and asked to report back to the commission today.

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Oronsaye was arrested and detained by operatives of the anti-graft agency, Wednesday, but released late night and asked to turn in himself, yesterday.
Vanguard learnt that Oronsaye was, however, asked to go home at about 6p.m., yesterday, and asked to report back to the commission today.

No retiree died queuing for entitlements—SPDC
Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited, SPDC, has reacted to Vanguard’s report of a retiree of Shell who died while queuing for payment, saying it was not aware of any death by a pensioner while queuing for his pension or other entitlements.
In a statement yesterday, SPDC said: “We wish to clarify that the Shell Petroleum Development Company Nigeria Limited does not require any of its pensioners to queue up for pension payments.”
In a statement yesterday, SPDC said: “We wish to clarify that the Shell Petroleum Development Company Nigeria Limited does not require any of its pensioners to queue up for pension payments.”
Seyi too hot
2015 MAMA award nominee, Seyi Shay who recently signed a recording deal with the Island Records has released her first single under the label. The single titled, “Right Now”,talks about the sweet memories of love and attraction, taking a slow-dance reggae approach with a very catchy tune that showcases Seyi Shay’s voice in a way you have never heard before.
Greek debt crisis: Alexis Tsipras tells creditors what he is prepared to do to stay in the euro
Greece’s government has submitted its reform proposals to its European creditors in a final bid to secure bailout funding and avoid crashing out of the single currency.
Athens has been told that it must present its list of commitments to a meeting of eurozone finance ministers on Saturday – or the leaders of the creditor powers would begin making preparations to deal with the aftermath of a “Grexit” on Sunday.
After a four-hour meeting Greece’s cabinet approved a new plan to cut pension spending and increase VAT.
Athens has been told that it must present its list of commitments to a meeting of eurozone finance ministers on Saturday – or the leaders of the creditor powers would begin making preparations to deal with the aftermath of a “Grexit” on Sunday.
After a four-hour meeting Greece’s cabinet approved a new plan to cut pension spending and increase VAT.
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Macedonia's uniformed border thugs await war-weary Arab migrants arriving at Europe's doorstep
I came to Greece to cover Europe’s shame – the possible departure of an EU member from the great post-war unification of the continent. But I found Europe’s shame on the border between Greece and the old Yugoslav republic of Macedonia when a group of young men from Aleppo showed me the weals and cuts and bruises they had sustained at the hands of Macedonia’s border thugs.
Let’s not call them guards, even though they had “Militia” painted on their trucks. Some were half-naked, sunbathing between bouts of seemingly beating the Arab world’s flotsam.
Fincher on Affleck even before divorce: 'He's so duplicitous
Maybe it was a documentary.
Director David Fincher may have predicted his star Ben Affleck's marital woes in his DVD commentary for the 2014 crime thriller "Gone Girl."
Discussing Affleck's performance as a cheating husband suspected in his wife's disappearance and possible murder, Fincher seemed to get a little creeped out by how easy the actor found getting into character.
Director David Fincher may have predicted his star Ben Affleck's marital woes in his DVD commentary for the 2014 crime thriller "Gone Girl."
Discussing Affleck's performance as a cheating husband suspected in his wife's disappearance and possible murder, Fincher seemed to get a little creeped out by how easy the actor found getting into character.
Cop impersonator who picked up prostitute gets 10 years
A married father who trolled for prostitutes and impersonated a police officer after they requested payment puzzled a Brooklyn judge before he slapped the foolish man with a 10-year sentence.
"You've made a series of choices that are mind-boggling," said Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Alan Marrus as he let out a slight chuckle.
"You've made a series of choices that are mind-boggling," said Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Alan Marrus as he let out a slight chuckle.
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