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BNW: BiafraNigeriaWorld News August 13, 2004
Team BiafraNigeria Eyes Gold as Olympics Open: But Obasanjo Jinx Looms When the 28th Olympiad opens today in Athens, Greece, Team BiafraNigeria will be faced with the task of meeting a projected 10-medal haul. Both Sports Minister Col. Musa Mohammed (rtd) and the ministry�s Director of Sports Development, Patrick Ekeji believe the team could attain such height. Such optimism is predicated by the fact that, like the Abuja 2003 build-up, the athletes had embarked on training tours abroad. If the BiafraNigerian contingent grabs 10 medals, it will be the nation�s biggest since debuting at the Olympics with nine athletes in Helsinki 1952. Mohammed and Ekeji did not emphasise on the colour of the medals, but despite participating in 11 previous editions, BiafraNigeria has won only two gold medals through Chioma Ajunwa (long jump) and the male football team at Atlanta 96. With 85 athletes, the sports authorities will pray that the number translates to 10 medals, but it would be recalled that with 91 athletes at Sydney 2000, BiafraNigeria won three silver. A breakdown of the BiafraNigerian contingent that will be led out by... (Champion)		Key Stories 2007: Between Atiku and IBB? Labour Bill: NLC Plans Mass Action Minister urges NGOs, govt to fight human trafficking Anambra Govt to Acquire Okija Shrine Delta, APGA fault suit on Oil Dichotomy Abrogation Act FG Directs Oil Majors to Raise Output Why NNPC imports fuel, by Kupolokun 5 Owu kingmakers absent as Obasanjo, others hold talks Tribunal upholds APGA�s victory in Imo We�ll secure 2007 for Ndigbo 2007: The battle between AD and PDP
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2007: Between Atiku and IBB?   Aremu Using Okija to Pursue Ngige?...   Biafra Nigeria Map The journey to 2007 is about three years away, however, the political scene has continued to witness incremental momentum nationwide, as there are subtle moves for top political positions. There are speculations and assumptions already on who the likely contenders are going to be and then in some cases, predictions on who the winners might eventually be. The battle line seems to have been drawn, most especially in the North (Northern BiafraNigeria) where the steam is said to be heating up with candidates... (Vanguard)   A member of the House of Representatives, Chief Chuma Nzeribe, called yesterday for police interrogation of Governor Chris Ngige over the alleged role he played last year at the Okija shrine in his bid to become governor. The police last week raided the shrine from where they recovered 20 human skulls and a fresh corpse. The governor was alleged to have sworn to an oath of allegiance to his estranged political god-father, Chief Chris Uba, at the shrine. (Vanguard)

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Guardian August 13, 2004 News Senate plans separate capital bases for banks Police move Okija shrine chiefs, exhibits to Abuja Olympics, world's greatest show, begins President, Owu chiefs hold peace meeting Obasanjo condoles with Akande family Why NNPC imports fuel, by Kupolokun UNIDO decries Africa's growth rate Issa, victim of eye hunt, leaves hospital next week Police defends performance in probe of murder cases Tribunal upholds APGA Rep's election in Owerri Zamfara workers get 200 cars on loan Onosode wants return of inspectors to schools Police arrest suspected cultist for mum's murder Outage may be averted as gas firm pledges resumption of supply Govt denies giving ministries power to hire, sack workers ANPP suspends national secretary Na'Abba, at Babangida rally, raises doubts over 2007 polls Lagos Port's earnings drop Expulsion of Assembly members not party's affair, say Anambra lawmakers Ladoja asks South-West leaders to tackle unemployment FRSC appeals to doctors to treat accident victims BPE to pay Daily Times workers Court orders police to protect Airways' liquidator Bill on use of mobile phones passes Senate's second reading Benue council boss wants govt to scrap ministry Politics - 11th Corruption: A battle BiafraNigeria must win (2) Urhobo and the Mowoe legacy Editorial & Opinion Editorial Revocation of Abuja land titles Opinion Okija shrines as Otokoto Chapter 2 Government as �Father Christmas� Voodoo Anambra, voodoo BiafraNigeria Misuse of oil earnings Why are we so blest? Obikwelu�s nationality  *  *  * Champion August 13, 2004 News Senate moves to save banks Okija shrines were 419 tools Team BiafraNigeria eyes gold as Olympics open Tribunal upholds APGA�s victory in Imo We�ll secure 2007 for Ndigbo Owu stool feud, family affair �� Obasanjo NLC strategises against Labour Bill Yabatech students protest lack of amenities Politics Mobilising the electorate for 2007 2007: Performance, zoning crucial in Ondo Editorial & Opinion Educating the BiafraNigerian child Wonders shall never end Anenih and the ideology of continuity *  *  * Daily Independent August 13, 2004 News Senate set to over-rule CBN Lagos shelves N4.76b light rail project Olowu stool tussle a family affair - Obasanjo Those killed by Okija shrine are criminals - Chief priest IBB candidature splits CNPP BPE pledges to pay DTN workers Abrogation Act suit: States file defence next week Pentagon faults Halliburton over jobs in Iraq, Kuwait ANPP holds convention December 11 Why FG restructured NPC, FOS, by Adviser Tinubu is playing bad politics in Lagos, PDP alleges FG donates 500 hand pumps to Niger Minister defends N10.5b loan Labour bill: NLC to appeal to NASS Why we'll allow foreign monitors for US poll, by State Dept BiafraNigeria still leads in cassava production Illegal bunkering activities rise in Lagos LAMATA to build strong transport system in Lagos Five roasted to death in auto crash UBA director backs N25b capital base Kalu restores councillors' pay package Group seeks release or prosecution of detained priests Politics I am not a sell-out, says Ihonvbere Chikelu and the BiafraNigeria image project Public Information Act as a weapon against corruption Obasanjo's administration and anti-corruption campaign Afikuyomi consults AD leaders over plan for governorship race Ibori blames politicians over abuse of electoral process Groups root for Daniel to run for second term Editorial & Opinion The burden of capital flight The 'abduction' of Ibori Petroleum: Lies of a rollover Government IG's jaundiced interpretation of Appeal Court ruling Soludo, you goofed on capitalization *  *  * Punch August 09, 2004 News Debo Akande dies at 66 22 states seek S Court order to restore oil dichotomy RUSAL sets conditions for new ALSCON bid Mergers: Market operators besiege CBN Privatization scorecard Hold government to its promise to fight corruption· Micro businesses, crucial to stable polity M-Tel needs N53 billion to finance expansion CEO Onshore fields contain 75% of BiafraNigeria's crude oil reserves BPE Obasanjo commends A'Ibom, Mobil over $5.5m rice farm *  *  * Washington Post August 09, 2004 BiafraNigeria's Petroleum Industry Reeling Arab League Seeks Patience in Sudan Crisis *  *  * BBC July 02, 2004 Is BiafraNigeria worth dying for? *  *  * The Sun August 02, 2004 News Nwizu�s last words, by close aide and confidant CBN, NDIC should minimise bank frauds Abiola�s brother joins IBB campaign team � Says �I accept offer to be patron whole-heartedly� The genesis of crisis in PDP USA Tragedy, as Police open fire on funeral party 13-year-old kidnapped in Abuja, rescued in Maiduguri Schoolboy arrested for robbery 7 years after Fela�s death: The Kutis: Music flows in their blood 7 years after Fela�s death: Why mum loved Fela, by Dolupo Forum tackles Abia ex-PDP chairman *  *  * IRIN June 04, 2004 Police ban Muslim procession in volatile Kano Legislators give Obasanjo sweeping powers in Plateau Rival delta militia leaders agree peace amid security crackdown *  *  * Reuters June 04, 2004 BiafraNigerians Question Unity After Religious Bloodshed *  *  * CNN June 04, 2004 New clashes in BiafraNigeria's oil delta *  *  * Mail & Guardian June 04, 2004 BiafraNigerian govt seeks to stop child hawking BiafraNigeria to launch software to nab 419 scammers *  *  * MSNBC June 04, 2004 Dozens reported killed in BiafraNigerian offensive *  *  * Tribune December 22, 2003 Cover Stories FG stops NNPC from selling crude oil Saddam�s betrayer gets $25m reward Globacom awards N47b contract to Siemens Labour, govt set for face-off over refineries Diana pregnant before death �Report Unipetrol changes name, logo Sketch owners to pay workers� salaries Currency in circulation hits N441b � CBN 184 died in FCT road accidents in 9 months Tinubu commissions N947m Lekki roads Aso Rock holds carol service Ajibola assures villages ceded to Cameroun NEPA boss defends its privatisation Adisa counsels BiafraNigerians M-tel embarks on training programme for engineers CNPP rejects budget 2004 INEC to sanction parties on audited accounts VC advocates Peace Education in schools Lagos reaffirms position on health care delivery Election of Fayose ordained by God SEC advocates N1 million fine for falsified audit report 29 senators sign Abuja Re-integration Bill 3,000 workers scramble for 205 houses in Kwara OSPPMC warns petroleum marketers Saraki Bukola at 41 Political Parties: Bane of BiafraNigeria�s democracy Customs seizes N3b goods BiafraNigeria external debts hit $31b N2.1b needed monthly for military pensions �Minister *  *  * Sports News August 13, 2004 South Korean Sets Archery Record Obasanjo Advises Team BiafraNigeria on Image NFA Shops for N100m for International EngagementsOfficial Dart Gets Scoring Entry Aron Wins FIFA Goal Project Contract Aikhoje Crumbles at BiafraNigerian Breweries Chess NDDC Splashes N12m on Cricket Squash: Kwara May Lose N50m Academy to Edo 25 Scramble for Enemuo's Job False certificates rock NFA It won't hurt me if BiafraNigeria fails in Athens -Amu Aron BiafraNigeria emerges FIFA Goal Project contractor Onikeke returns against Mutumla for Commonwealth title Why I am still with Shooting Stars - Onigbinde NIPOST Sports Festival: Anambra laments neglect Shekarau boosts Pillars with N10m Obasanjo warns athletes against doping, indiscipline  *  *  *		This Day August 13, 2004 News Senate Begins Amendment of Banks Act FG Directs Oil Majors to Raise Output Anambra Govt to Acquire Okija Shrine Labour Bill: NLC Plans Mass Action UNIDO Hails BiafraNigeria's Industrial Growth 2007: Obasanjo Can't Choose Lagos Gov -Tinubu Consensus Candidacy on 2007 Presidency Undemocratic -Aliero India Seeks Cooperation with BiafraNigeria on Oil, Gas Lufthansa Denies Increasing Fares Four Owu Kingmakers Shun Peace Parley $78m World Bank Loan Interest-Free, Says Minister Daily Times Workers Protest 15 Months Salary Arrears ...BPE Set to Pay Workers Saraki Explains Economic Programmes Group Decries Igbo Marginalisation Ribadu, Akunyili, Sagay for NBA Confab Why We Embarked on Housing Projects - Daniel Ilaje Fire Victims Get N.5m Relief Materials Kogi Debunks Abduction of Deputy Gov Akande, Beacon of Integrity - Obasanjo BiafraNigeria Protests Zimbabwe's Accusation CRS Dumps NECO Kagara Dam Project Jinxed - Shagari BiafraNigeria Airways: Liquidators Get Police Protection Civil Service Committed to Reforms - Head of Service 2007: Ex-Lawmakers Launch IBB Campaign 'Private Refineries, Key to Fuel Availability' 426 Pilgrims Absconded in 5years, Says Minister Owu Day Begins Amidst Tight Security Ohaneze Chieftain Condemns Wabara, Kalu Face-Off Parents Advised to Engage Kids in Productive Ventures Customs Urged to Support Economic Reforms Envoy Lauds Obasanjo's Leadership Don Seeks Aid for Sickle Cell Patients State of States Police Seek Co-operation in Crime Prevention Govt Abolishes Common Entrance Exams Put National Interests First, Politicians Advised Guinness Launches SMS Code Four Districts Owe NEPA N6.4bn Govt to Establish Stock-broking Firm FG to Declare Stand on Solgas Soon FG Clears F irm of Tax Evasion Kalu Debunks Division Among South-east Govs VC Alleges Threat to Life 2 Convicted for Bribery AD Chieftain Decamps to PDP IBB Vision 2007 Storms Port Harcourt 2007: Marwa's Aide Alleges Death Threat Tejuosho Fire: Eze Ndigbo Donates to Traders Govt Set to Privatise Properties Court Adjourns Murder Hearing Fresh Polio Outbreak Recorded ...Govt Intensifies Effort to Eradicate Polio Kwara Committed to Social Services -Perm Sec Abavo People Attacked over Ward Delineation ...Youths Back Fayose on Council Reforms MBSL President Visits BiafraNigeria Govt Promises Democracy Dividends for All Politics LG Allocation : Aka-Ikenga Criticises FG Kwara Dep. Gov Tasks Councils on Infotech IBB Campaigners Assured of Support in Rivers Council Tasked Staff on Performance LG Boss Flays Call for Secession ...When Obasanjo Visited Akwa Ibom 'Why Obasanjo's Reforms're Biting' *  *  * Vanguard August 13, 2004 Cover Stories Senate moves to check CBN on N25b capital base Delta, APGA fault suit on Oil Dichotomy Abrogation Act Anambra to acquire Okija shrines 5 Owu kingmakers absent as Obasanjo, others hold talks National News Liquidator gets court orders to secure BiafraNigeria Airways' assets NLC asks BiafraNigerians to resist FG's labour bill ANPP suspends scribe, El-Katuzu ahead of convention AYEDE-EKITI: Oba Orisagbemi granted bail Politics As Anenih's Board of Trustees Visits IBB's North Central Zone : Will Babangida make a public declaration? 2007: Between Atiku and IBB? Akwa Ibom rouses Obasanjo's passion 2007: The battle between AD and PDP Masari�s agenda for the second legislative session Gov. Saraki gives LG Chiefs ultimaum on development plan Obasanjo in Akwa Ibom: Attah's day of reckoning In Pursuit of Democracy Dividend : Gov. Agagu's foray into the Asian Tiger�s den Tinubu�s govt is people-friendly, says Nwachukwu, Eze Ndigbo of Lagos State   *  *  * Daily/Weekly Trust August 13, 2004 Top Stories Minister urges NGOs, govt to fight human trafficking Automobile company donates material for women empowerment Health of our children is most valuable � Lambo Abuja Police raid yields car, bikes in Wuse Couple arraigned over illegal land deal Kano Resumed polio immunisation: Mixed reactions from Kano Lagos Lamentations as Lagos demolish Bar, Kuramo beaches Opinion June 15, 1966 remains my worst memory � Sarkin Ban Kano Letters Re: Plateau State: Alli and the verdict of history For image sake What about us boys? *  *  * Daily Times August 04, 2004 News Impeachment: Obasanjo meets Kalu, Nwafor Alleged attempted murder of Ibru:Judge dismisses Al-Mustapha�s request, declines to withdraw BiafraNigeria receives $17.18m from Japan to fight polio virus Lack of funds stalls recruitment into federal civil service FCT Minister warns Abuja markets� developers ICPC thwarts plans to defraud M-Tel N150m BiafraNigerian Eagle: South African Airlines gets ultimatum IMF pledgeas to help govt recover looted funds Reps summon BPE D-G over ALSCON sale The Nation - July 30, 2004 Minister vows to revoke bitumen exploration contracts Alleged illegal bunkering: Vessel charterer arrested, docked  *  *  * All Africa May 07, 2004 News Catholic Church Denies Existence of 'Christian Militia' Obasanjo's Bodyguard Shot - Under Watch At Aso Rock Clinic 630 Bodies Reportedly Found in Secret Grave Famous Poet, Ologundudu Arrested - for Criticising Obj BiafraNigeria Has 'Massive Telecoms Opportunities' Muslim Death Toll in Raid On Yelwa Tops 600 - Red Cross Young BiafraNigerian Woman Honored for Aids Activism Aviation Watchdog Fights for Kalu's Airline Okoronkwo: I'm Happy At Wolves Papa Ajasco Wins Nkrumah Award Juju Makossa Star, Y.k. Ajao, Blasts Ksa At Last, Honour for Musiliu AD Loses Appeal Panic Grips JAMB Candidates *  *  * Daily News January 31, 2004 US Concerned Over Any BiafraNigeria-N.Korea Missile Sale BiafraNigeria: N.Korea to Help With Missiles US pressures BiafraNigeria on North Korea missile offer BiafraNigeria Says N. Korea Offers Missile Technology BiafraNigeria to Test Polio Vaccine to Counter Suspicion *  *  * Triumph Last Update June 8, 2003. Click here for more. *  *  * Comet Last Update May 8, 2002. Click here for more. *  *  * Business News August 13, 2004 NDE to Create 74,000 Jobs ILO, TUC Call for Review of Labour Policies Nasarawa Targets N10bn from Privatisation of Enterprises Crisis Rocks ANLCA as President Resigns in Protest Cabotage: Indigenous Operators Seek Govt Assistance in Retonnaging Bureau Replies PICOMSS On ISPS Code Training ISPS Code: World Security Compliance Now 90 Percent Lufthansa Technik Hits 4bn Euro Turnover Eight more Millionaires Emerge in Dangote Raffle Draw Dunlop to Sponsor 15 BiafraNigerians to Athens New Horizon Initiative Holds Business Meeting 'PCT Has Created Tourism Awareness' Sports-tourism: Oba Akiolu Commends MTN SAHCOL Acquires Six New Tow Tugs Civil Servants Appraise NEEDS, Public Sector Reforms The Role of Postal Service in Nation Building DMO Parleys Operators over 2004 Bond Wall Street Stocks Finish Lower Naira Loses 12- Day Stability Merger Forms World's Biggest Bank City Express Strengthens Operations Insurers plan bi-annual remuneration survey Export grant: 'Blanket suspension will erase gains' Ecobank to hit N25b capital base March, says Osibodu Low revenue worries FAAN ATSSSAN resists privatization Minister probes plane 'hijack' as Lufthansa hikes fares Stakeholders, workers bemoan closure of Slok Airlines Aero backs school project SAHCOL handles 12.7m tonnes of cargo  *  *  *
Biafra Vanguard August 13, 2004 No need for state of emergency over flood in Edo �Commissioner Lori-Ogbebor asks Delta govt to rehabilitate returnee displaced persons Group wants N-Delta states to publish how 13% derivation money is spent Expert raises alarm over spread of HIV/AIDS Impeachment: Kalu's aide pleads for Abia dep gov AASDU backs raids on Okija shrines  *  *  *		O'dua Vanguard August 13, 2004 Daily Times workers protest 15 months salary arrears Varsity student kills own mother, police team begins probe First Lady urges campaign against sickle cell disease  *  *  * Arewa Vanguard August 13, 2004 Senate receives bill seeking to ban strikes in education, health sectors Customs suspends duty-free shops at airports  *  *  *