The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has shared why PDP Presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar failed to win the February presidential election. The electoral body disclosed this before the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja. INEC said they are satisfied that Atiku failed to secure the majority of lawful votes during the polls, even if they denied accusations that votes were illegally awarded to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC to make sure Buhari was victorious. INEC added that if Atiku believes that they handed unlawful votes to Buhari in certain states, then he must be ready to prove it.…
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9 months after the death of Tosyn Bucknor, her husband, Aurelien Boyer has remembered as she turned 38th posthumously. He recently jumped on his Instagram page to mark her 38th posthumous birthday. His words, “Yesterday in my arms, forever in His. You would be 38 today. But more importantly, God blessed us with 37 years by your side. Happy posthumous birthday, Wyfo. Rest on well.” Oluwatosin Bucknor (15 August 1981 – 19 November 2018), popularly known as Tosyn Bucknor, was a Nigerian media personality, actress and social media content creator. Bucknor was born to Mrs. Sola Bucknor and Mr. Segun…
Manchester United coach, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said Paul Pogba will stay at Old Trafford amid links to Real Madrid and Juventus. Pogba recently disclosed that there are still question marks over his future after the team’s 4-0 rout of Chelsea in their Premier League opener on August 11. Ole has however said he is not bothered about star midfielder, Pogba, ahead of Mufc’s trip to Wolves on Monday. He added that the player loves playing at the club. His words, “You [the media] always put question marks around Paul,” “I don’t think it’s odd saying enjoy playing, I have…
Proscribed Islamic Movement in Nigeria, IMN, has refuted reports by the federal government that its leader Sheikh Ibraheem El-Zakzaky sought refuge in India before his repatriation. In a recent statement by Ibrahim Musa, President of IMN’s Media Forum, the rumours were only a calumny launched to cover the government’s alleged misconduct in the Asian country. IMN then accused FG of doing more than its role of supervision as they are now interfering in the medical process, of El-Zakzaky and his wife, Zeenat. The statement read, “Sequel to the Nigerian government’s sinister operation that frustrated the treatment of the revered Sheikh…
BBNaija housemate, Joe has been evicted from the Big Brother Naija house after being put up for eviction via Diane’s use of her veto power. Losing team which included Cindy, Elozonam, Enkay, Frodd, Ike, Sir Dee, Khafi, Omashola and Tacha were all up for possible eviction last week after losing the nomination challenge to Mike’s team. Joe got added to the list after Diane used her veto power to save Sir Dee and replaced with him. He is the 9th housemate to be evicted from the house after he got the lowest votes. Will you miss him? Big Brother Naija,…
Manchester United strikers, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial need to be netting “20 league goals at a minimum” this season if they want to challenge for a top four spot, according to popular pundit, Stan Collymore. A convincing victory vs rivals Chelsea has begun a new season the right way and they are set to take on Wolves today in the EPL clash. Writing in his column recently, the ex Nottingham Forest and Liverpool player said that Man Utd’s impressive display might suggest that good things to come but strikers Rashford and Martial have to score like Raheem Sterling if…
Ex Manchester United defender, Gary Pallister has said he feels Paul Pogba can be the world’s best midfielder if his talents are channelled the right way. Pogba created 2 assists on Sunday vs Chelsea and his ball for Marcus Rashford’s second goal was a beauty to behold. Gary concluded that he is a very special talent when he plays with a clear head. His words, “The ball that he put through for Rashford, the drive and making the goal for Daniel James; that’s the Paul Pogba that we want to see,” “If you can harness that talent then you have…
Popular singer and mother of one, Waje recently flaunted behind-he-scene photos from the set of her upcoming video titled “Udue” featuring Johnny Drille and her 20year old daughter, Emerald. Emerald played Johnny Drille’s love interest in the video which was shot at the scenic Lufasi Park in Lagos state, Nigeria. See pictures, She looked beautiful we must say. Just last year, Waje wished Emerald a happy birthday in a beautiful way. Her words, “I named you Emerald cause i knew you were going to be special, there was something about you that was beyond me, it wasn’t just a mother’s…
Ex Imo State governor, Rochas Okorocha has told current governor, Emeka Ihedioha to emulate Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde. Rochas Okorocha in a statement issued by his media aide, Sam Onwuemeodo, in Owerri, said that even if Seun took over from an APC governor, he will not go as far as cancelling the good policies of the former government. He added that Emeka has a vendetta mission against him. His words, “On Wednesday, August 14, 2019 Governor Emeka Ihedioha announced the Constitution of a 7-man Judicial Commission of Inquiry on lands’ allocations from June 2006 to May 2019. “Looking at…
Liverpool defender, Virgil van Dijk has said Liverpool’s tough penalty shootout victory vs Chelsea in the UEFA Super Cup is incredibly important for the team as they hope to continue fighting for trophies under Jurgen Klopp. Liverpool struggled in the game but were lucky to be victrious on penalties. VVD has now said one more trophy in a feisty game like that is surely amazing for the team. His words, “It’s incredibly important,” “I do think it’s really important – for the progress of the team, for our development. “Winning a trophy is important for your mentality. We did it…
Ghollywood actress, Juliet Ibrahim has urged women to end their “unwholesome marriages” as she spoke about her own failed marriage during her book launch in Ghana. The movie star begged the public to not judge people who wish to end their marriages because her own marriage left her in a dark place and she was indeed miserable. She added that people might have their opinions but those feeling the pain will always have a decision to make. Her words, ”People have had their own perception about what led to my divorce.I have sat down for many years and have had…
Senator representing Plateau North Senatorial District, Dr Istifanus Gyang has spoken about the high rate of crime in Nigeria. He urged those concerned to aid synergy among security agencies to tackle this sad reality as soon as possible. Gyang revealed that insecurity is the biggest challenge facing the nation, and efforts must be made immediately to change that. His words, “The country is faced with Boko Haram insurgency, armed banditry and kidnapping, among others. “The core mandate of the police is internal security as well as battling crime and criminality; this can be better achieved with synergy amongst security agencies,…
Liverpool winger, Sadio Mane believes he is just lucky and Roberto Firmino should be praised for Liverpool’s UEFA Super Cup victory. Mane scored twice during the game but has decided to hail the Brazilian who created the assists for both goals. He praised Firmino who could’ve scored on his own but decided to create the chance for a teammate. His words, “To be honest, I think I was just a lucky boy,” “I think all the credit should go to my team-mates, especially Bobby [Firmino] – he could have scored but he preferred to give it to me. “I think…
Few months back, Popular singer, Davido spoke about going “phoneless” to wrap up his upcoming sophomore album. As his fans anticipate the project, the singer was a guest on Icebox, another popular American show, yesterday. On the show, Omo Baba Olowo said Justin Bieber, Migos, Quavo, Gunna and Lil Baby will feature on his new album. His words, “Everbody waiting for the album, we got so much guest artists on the album. Quavo, the whole Migos on the album,(Lil) Baby on the album, Gunna… By the Grace of God, Imma have Justin Bieber on that too.” He then added that…
APC Publicity Secretary, Mr Joe Igbokwe, has declared his shock at the fact that members of the state House of Assembly did not let him take a bow when he appeared before them for screening. Joe said that he was asked more than 15 questions by the lawmakers, and the exercise was very stressful. After the exercise, he disclosed that his position as APC’s publicity secretary was not enough to get him preferential treatment. His words, “The screening was quite excruciating. I was asked about 15 questions, which I answered. “I thought they would just ask me to take a…
Barcelona coach, Ernesto Valverde has said Lionel Messi will not be risked for Barca’s opener against Athletic Bilbao on Friday. The Argentine has been excluded from the squad list after injuring himself in training last week. He missed the club’s tour of the United States and has not played in any of Barca’s five preseason friendlies. Ernesto has now said he will not risk any player, and Messi is not exempted. His words, “We don’t take risks with any players, so especially not with Leo,” “He’s still not trained with the team and doing recovery work is not the same…
Mathew Knowles has opened up on the hypocrisy in judging Michelle Obama for wearing a sleeveless dress that flaunted her bare arms, yet no one said anything when Melania Trump shared a picture of herself in a bikini, posing with a gun. Beyonce’s dad flaunted a side-by-side pic of her ex-US First Lady Michelle Obama and the present First Lady Melania Trump as he compared both women. His words, “Oh the hypocrisy of it all! Remember when they made a big deal about Michelle Obama’s bare arms?! And yet it’s ok for Melania Trump to pose in a bikini with…
President Muhammadu Buhari has hailed Aminu Bello Masari for the number of projects recorded by the Katsina State governor thus far. He praised him for taking proper care of his people and urged him to do even more for the development of the state. His words, “Thank you, Governor Masari, for taking care of the people of my constituency”, He added that the progress Governor Masari has recorded in the last four years proves that he has his people at heart. Buhari also commissioned another 16 km road that links 20 agrarian communities of Kwanar Sabke, Sabke, Kokutu, Makangara, Haukan…
Arsenal coach, Unai Emery has said the full Arsenal squad is behind Mesut Ozil and Sead Kolasinac as they ready themselves to return to action. Ozil and Sead missed last weekend’s EPL opener because of the current security issues surrounding them but are set to play on Saturday when Arsenal hosts Burnley. Emery also said both players are mentally ready to play football again. His words, “I think the fans, and us, are with them together,” “We are 100 per cent with them. “They need to feel our passion for each moment, each match. “I want to help every player…
Femi Otedola’s daughter, DJ Cuppy is of the opinion that a lot of Nigerians do not like her. She disclosed this on Twitter recently and her fans were shocked to see the tweet. See what she shared, Do you agree with her? Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola (born November 11, 1992), professionally known as DJ Cuppy, is a Nigerian disc jockey and producer. She is the daughter of Nigerian businessman Femi Otedola. DJ Cuppy lived in Ilupeju for six years before moving to Ikeja. She then moved to London for her GCSEs and A-Levels. Cuppy graduated from King’s College London in July…