Nigerian Military

While the defence headquarters said in Abuja on Monday that 25 Boko Haram terrorists were killed in the clash, the military Joint Task Force in Borno state, on Tuesday, said 30 militants lost their lives. The Nigerian military has, in less than 48 hours, released multiple but conflicting statistics on the Baga bloodshed, varying the number of the dead and date of the attack, and raising concerns over the credibility of its version of events in the remote Borno community where many civilians died in the crossfire between soldiers and Boko Haram militants. On Monday, the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier-General Chris Kolade, told journalists in Abuja that 25 insurgents were killed in Baga during a battle on Friday night and early Saturday. He said one soldier was also killed, but...

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Nigerian Person

Gbenga Akinbobola a.k.a Islander is certainly putting his money to good use. Many would remember the happening dude who before running into mysterious money allegedly related to drug money, was a lowly barman at the prestigious Islander Hotel. His fame and sudden money got him the much needed attention, classing him as one of high society’s big-boys.At a time, he was a favorite of crooners of the day, especially since he spends money as if it is going out of fashion. He made his money at the speed of light, and spends it at the speed of sound. Anywhere he goes, socialites worship him and society ladies adore him. He acquired so much popularity, and his deep pockets got him recognition from the likes of K 1 De Ultimate and Pasuma Wonder who both waxed an album for him. They sung...

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Akinnagbe

Born in Washington, D.C. to Nigerian parents and grew up in Silver Spring, Maryland, Akinnagbe was in and out of trouble as a youth. He is the second oldest of six children, one older sister and four younger brothers. He is the first in his family to be born in the U.S. He attended Colonel Zadok A. Magruder High School in Rockville, Maryland. Akinnagbe attended Bucknell University on a wrestling scholarship, majoring in Political Science and English. He is the cousin of DC rapper Wale. Career He played "Ben Ellis" in the episode Contenders on the TV series Numb3rs. In the summer of 2006, Akinnagbe performed the role of "Zim" in the NYC Fringe Festival's "Outstanding Play" award-winning production of Modern Missionary.In 2003, Akinnagbe auditioned for the role of Chris Partlow on the HBO...

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GBENGA & Aluko

Gbenga is the managing partner of Aluko & GBENGA, heading the firm's corporate and energy practice areas with significant experience in project finance, corporate law, energy and natural resources, telecommunications and aviation law.Aluko & GBENGA is one of the largest integrated law firms in Nigeria, providing a comprehensive range of specialist legal services in the areas of energy and natural resources, banking and corporate finance, project and infrastructure finance, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, telecommunications, intellectual property, litigation, arbitration, transport law (shipping and aviation), real estate and taxation. The firm's clientele is highly diversified and includes top-tier international and multinational clients.  Gbenga is currently...

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GBENGA INFO

Gbenga (born Oluwagbenga Olabisi Sesan on July 27, 1977) was appointed Nigeria's first Information Technology Youth Ambassador in October 2001. His interest and work is built around the use of ICTs in socio-economic transformation—focusing on underserved groups. He has often expressed his strong belief in the potential that Information and Communications Technologies (ICTs) hold for Nigeria and Africa. He has been an active participant at national, regional, and international discussions on the need for Africa's inclusion in the Information Society, and has consulted widely for numerous organisations, including Harvard University, Microsoft, Res Publica, Freedom House, International Telecommunications Union, Heinrich Boll Foundation and United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA)...

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Gbenga Daniel

Daniel was born on the 6th April, 1956. He attended the Baptist Boys High School, Abeokuta from 1969 to 1973, followed by studies at the Polytechnic, Ibadan, and the School of Engineering of the University of Lagos. His decision to study engineering was influenced by the brilliant engineer and teacher Ayodele Awojobi. Daniel spent much time with Awojobi, and was a winner on his television quiz show "Mastermind".Daniel became a fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers. He obtained a job with Schrouder (W.A.) Limited,Lagos, rising to Deputy Managing Director. In 1990 he founded Kresta Laurel, an engineering firm...

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Gbenga Islander grew up in Mushin

Gbenga is a reveler and a notable face in many high-profile society shindigs, particularly at parties where Kwam I is on the band stand. He is known never to brook any restriction in spraying naira notes and foreign currencies at Kwam I’s shows.Before his sudden rise to inexplicable wealth Gbenga Islander grew up in Mushin, Lagos. Just in recent past, he worked as a bartender and room cleaner at the Highlander Hotel, Mushin.At a time, he was a favourite of crooners of the day, especially since he spends money as if it is going out of fashion. He made his money at the speed of light, and spends it at the speed of sound....

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Fun Loving Guy:Gbenga Akinbobola

At the moment, no party is completed without the presence of this young man Gbenga Akinbobola  and his retinue of friends, especially his close pal, Rotimi Ajanaku. Known for his lavish spending and his indulgent fun loving bravado, the happening dude has steadily risen to A-list of the youngest millionaires in town. It is, therefore, no wonder that top musicians are falling over one another to sing his praises. Commanding a seemingly endless supply of funds, the debonair dude stepped up his game when Fuji music star, K1 the Ultimate in his latest album instinct  and dedicated a whole side to the charming dude...

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