Festus Iyayi Was Shot By Policemen In Kogi's Governor Convoy - SaharaReporters

sahara _reporters: By SaharaReporters, New York
An anonymous tipster has confided in SaharaReporters that Festus Iyayi, a former president of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), was actually shot by policemen in the convoy of the Kogi State Governor, Captain Idris Wada, prior to the road accident in which he supposedly died last week.

The source claimed that the injuries found on the late writer’s chest were consistent with gunshot injuries and that a bullet did pierce hisheart.
One Dr. Paul Amodu of the Specialist Hospital in Lokoja had revealed that Professor Iyayi died after "something" pierced his chest, but he didn't specify what it was.

SaharaReporters was first to reveal last week said the popular professor and writer died in a collision with a security vehicle in Governor Wada’s convoy.

Sources at ASUU said they had dissuaded Iyayi's family from a “rushed” burial, as they suspected foul play. One of the sources recalled that another former president of ASUU, Dr. Mahmood Tukur, also died in suspicious circumstances on the Kaduna-Zaria highway, with the police claiming he died of an asthma attack because he ate pepper which, they claimed, triggered it.

SaharaReporters spoke with Prof. Iyayi's son, Omole, regarding the latest information, but he said the family was unaware, and that they do not even have the autopsy performed yet.

A press statement issued by the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA)signed by its President Osahom Enabulele has previously called for a special inquiry into Professor Iyayi's death but the statement didn't say if the doctors found that Iyayi may been shot as alleged by the anonymous source.

Hulk Hogan reveals he contemplated suicide after his marriage breakup with wife Linda, end of reality show and son's legal woes

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan said he 'hit rock bottom' and contemplated suicide after his marriage broke up, reality show was cancelled and his son faced jail time.

The 60-year-old former professional wrestler opened up about the dark time in his life on the Oprah Winfrey Network show Where Are They Now? during an episode broadcast on Sunday.

The Hulkmania hero, whose real name is Terry Bollea, said his life started to fall apart after cancellation of his reality show Hogan Knows Best, which also starred his former wife Linda.

Michael Douglas talks reunion with Catherine Zeta-Jones and says he feels 'underestimated' by Hollywood

They recently reunited after taking a temporary break from their marriage.

And Michael Douglas is candidly discussing his hopes for the future of his relationship with Catherine Zeta-Jones.  

'I hope to resolve my marriage in a positive fashion,' he tells GQ magazine in a new interview. 

A US report said that Douglas recently announced the news to his friends, with the report stating that he 'couldn't be happier; and 'he was overheard saying they have reconciled.'

And during an appearance on The Jay Leno show, the Romancing The Stone star said talks between himself and Catherine have been going well. ‘Good I hope. I’ve been away for a while but everything should hopefully be on the up and up,' he said. 

Awarded GQ's Diva Of The Year Award in the December issue of the magazine, Douglas also discussed his long acting career, 

And the star, who has won two Oscars, two Golden Globe awards, an Emmy says he thinks Hollywood has 'always underestimated' him. 

The 69-year-old veteran star said he felt his peers felt surprised by his tour de force performance as flamboyant musician Liberace in HBO's Behind the Candelabra.

'I've always felt a little underestimated, personally,' he said. 'I've got a pretty good batting average over forty years. Sometimes maybe it looked easy.'

Douglas appeared alongside Matt Damon in the made-for-HBO film which saw both actors receive Emmy nods. 

'I'm actually taking a sort of joy, a revengeful joy, in the fact that all the studios turned it down,' said Douglas. 'To me it was just a reflection of how constipated and conservative the studios have become.'

Kim Kardashian keeps baby North under wraps on family outing.

Kim wasn't without protection against the cold as she was sporting an on trend mohair coat. 

Once the province of British used car dealers and market stall traders, the item is this season's coat to be seen in... but it does cover a gal's figure up. 

The Keeping Up With the Kardashians star tempered this with her plunging tuxedo neckline; although she probably let out all the warmth in exactly the same way.

Kendall Jenner keeps up with Kim in a sheer top for her most risque shoot yet

Now that she's turned 18, Kendall Jenner is embracing a much more adult side both in her personal life and when it comes to her blossoming modelling career.

On Tuesday, the stunning beauty posted a rather risqué sneak peek of her latest shoot with famed Australian photographer Russell James, who regularly photographs scantily-clad women for the Victoria's Secret swimsuit and lingerie catalogue campaigns.

'Can't wait for you guys to see the rest of the photos!' she captioned the image, that saw her with wet hair falling across her make-up-free face and her breasts exposed under a sheer black jumper as her dark eyes pierce through the camera lens.

Influential: The Kardashian-Jenner duo boast an impressive combined 25.1 million Twitter followers

The Vagina Stadium: Design for Qatar's World Cup purpose-built stadium released

The design for the 1st of a series of new stadiums built for Qatar's 2022 world cup hosted tournament has been released...and urm, it looks like a Vagina. (Pictured above) Hehe. This is actually a virtual rendering of the fully air conditioned 40,000-capacity Al-Wakrah stadium which will be completed by 2018.

The architects are a little embarrassed that their design looks kinda like a vagina. They said the multi-billion dollar stadium is designed to resemble the sails of a dhow boat which is traditionally used for pearl fishing by Qataris...and not a vagina!

Kanye West debuts new video, Bound 2, starring Kim Kardashian

Kanye has dropped his new video for single Bound 2 starring baby mama, Kim Kardashian.

Nigerian student arrested during sham marriage in the UK

28year old Nigerian student Louis Esene and his 22 year old 'bride' were caught during their bogus wedding when the registrar noticed they were uncomfortable with each other.

From UK Daily Mail 

A bogus bride was caught out because she 'flinched' when her phoney husband-to-be touched her knee in a register office. Emilia Ginova, 22, was jailed today for posing as a blushing bride ready to walk up the aisle with her groom.

But a court heard Ginova had only first seen Nigerian student Louis Esene on the day of the service - and was being paid £3,000 to take part in the sham marriage. She was caught out by an eagle-eyed registrar who spotted her shocked reaction when Esene, 28, reached out to touch her leg.

Hon. Patrick Obahiagbon to host Ice Prince's FOZ Concert!

Ice Prince has announced that former lawmaker and chief of staff to the Edo State Governor, Hon. Patrick Obahiagbon, popularly known for his jaw breaking words will be hosting the Fire Of Zamani Concert which will hold on Saturday, November 23, 2013 at the Eko Hotel & Suites in V/I, Lagos.

Some of Nigerian music's finest will join Ice Prince, Wale and Chip at the FOZ concert. They include Chocolate City's VP, MI, Burna Boy, Olamide, Yung El, Loopy Music’s Ruby Gyang among other artistes featured on the Fire Of Zamani album.

MIC boss Tunji Okusanya buried

His daugther led the procession

Peter Okoye shares a pic of himself with his dad and Dangote at his wedding

Amuneke Beat-up Iheanachos' American Football Agent

Italy 2 Nigeria 2: Ameobi on target but Super Eagles are pegged back by Sunderland star Giaccherini

Indeed, there was plenty on show to suggest both teams can light up next summer’s tournament in Brazil as passionate supporters from both sides were given full value on chilly night down by the Thames.

Italy certainly impressed during their World Cup qualifying campaign, wrapping matters up with two games to spare.

But since making it to Brazil the Azzurri have played out three draws, two in the qualification dead rubbers against Denmark and Armenia and another in Friday’s friendly at the San Siro against Germany.

And having been thumped 4-0 by Spain in the final of the European Championships last summer it remains to be seen whether Cesare Prandelli’s side will indeed be serious World Cup contenders.

Nigeria’s recent form has also been impressive, the Super Eagles going unbeaten in their six group games before taking care of Ethiopia 4-1 on aggregate in the World Cup play-offs to book their place in Brazil.

But you must go back to France 1998, when the current Africa Cup of Nations champions beat Bulgaria, to find the last time Nigeria won a match at the World Cup finals.

I felt as though my heart was leaving my body': Terribly disfigured man who was held by the Pope relives the moment that moved the world

The disfigured man whose full-body tumours were lovingly kissed by the Pope has told the moving story of his life for the first time.

Vinicio Riva, from Vicenza in northern Italy, is covered from head-to-toe by the growths, a symptom of his genetic disease neurofibromatosis.

Earlier this month the 53-year-old's picture shot round the world, when he was warmly embraced by Pope Francis at one of the pontiff's weekly audiences.

Vinicio Riva, 53, suffers from the genetic disease neorofibramatosis

The condition has left him covered from head-to-toe by growths

Earlier this month Pope Francis embraced him in St Peter's Square

Images of the touching encounter shot around the world

House that Scientology built: Tom Cruise and John Travolta are in the front row to see opening of $145m cathedral where members will be trained to develop 'super powers'

Actors Tom Cruise, John Travolta and Kelly Preston were in attendance yesterday as thousands of Scientologists gathered in Clearwater, Florida for the dedication of their new $145million 'cathedral'.

The 377,000-square-foot Flag Building is the tallest building in downtown Clearwater, and has been in construction for nearly 15 years. The opening of the building will mark the first time Scientologists have a place to practice the 'Super Power' program, developed by the religion's founder L Ron Hubbard in the 1970s. 

While the city was told to expect 10,000 Scientologists this weekend, the crowd gathered outside the Flag Building yesterday was noticeably smaller. The Tampa Bay Times estimated that numbers could have been less than 6,000.

Lamar Odom Back In School

Lamar Odom has escaped to his Alma Mater – the University of Rhode Island – for the week ... and is hitting the courts at his old gym ... presumably training for his alleged return to the NBA.

Lamar told our camera guy over weekend he's been in talks with the LA Clippers ... after his career was derailed this summer by a serious crack problem.  

The assistant coach at URI – Preston Murphy – was a former teammate of Lamar’s when they played college ball together back in ’98 … and it looks like Murphy is letting Lamar use the facilities to train while the team is away for the week.

Lamar has been mugging with students on campus.

Remember kids ... don't do drugs.

George Zimmerman arrested on domestic violence charges in Florida

George Zimmerman's girlfriend went NUCLEAR after he allegedly pointed his shotgun at her face and broke a bunch of her stuff ... and we got her dramatic 911 call -- but the craziest part ... Zimmerman says she's pregnant.

Zimmerman was arrested in Orlando, FL earlier today after allegedly pointing his DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN at his girlfriend ... and shoving her out of the house, this according to the Seminole County Sheriff.

The GF called 911 in the middle of their argument -- shouting at dispatch while yelling at Zimmerman. Once police arrived, Zimmerman placed his own call to 911.

Gunmen Demand For New Born Babies At Ekiti Hospital

Five gunmen, suspected to be ritualists on Sunday invaded the government hospital in Ado-Ekiti, demanding for new born babies.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the gunmen who were said to be numbering about five, arrived at the hospital at about 1:00 a.m. demanding for a day old babies, and beating up staff who could not give satisfactory answer.

A senior health officer, who pleaded anonymity, said that the armed men invaded the hospital located along Irona area at about 1:00 a.m. and suddenly began molesting medical officials on night duty.

According to the officer, the invaders, who were fully armed, are rhetorically demanding for the whereabouts of a particular baby, said to have been delivered earlier in the day.

“They got more annoyed when they were told that no baby was available in the hospital as at the time they came, it angered then the more and they went berserk,’’ the officer said.

This development, NAN learnt angered the men who beat up the hospital staff and injured some of them.