The Lagos state chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Tunde Balogun has announced the result of the governorship primaries. The governorship primary election which held on Tuesday, October 2, 2018, was cancelled by the National Working Committee (NWC) panel sent to monitor the exercise. Balogun, however countered the NWC panel, saying that the results will be announced soon. A statement issued by supporters by Babajide Sanwo-olu under the aegis of Armoury Group, said Babajide Sanwoolu scored 970,851 and Akinwunmi Ambode, 72,901. The statement also said that there will be no re-run election since the APC Lagos chairman has announced…
Author: David Folami
The All Progressive Congress (APC) governorship direct primary election scheduled to hold across the 236 wards of Ogun on Sunday has been postponed. This was disclosed in a statement issued in Abeokuta on Sunday by the APC Chairman in Ogun, Chief Derin Adebiyi. “This is to notify all party faithful and stakeholders that the governorship primaries originally scheduled for Sunday has been postponed. “Further announcement will be made upon receipt of firm clarification from the APC National Headquarters,” Adebiyi said. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that party faithful had gathered in some wards for the event before it…
Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the national leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has called Jide Sanwo-Olu a better candidate ahead of the Lagos governorship primaries. The former governor of Lagos state said Sanwo-Olu is a young man endowed with superlative vision and commitment and who also possesses a wealth of experience and exposure. “While possessing a wealth of experience and exposure, he is a young man endowed with superlative vision and commitment. Most importantly, he understands the importance of the blueprint for development. “He esteems it as a reliable and well-conceived vehicle for the future development of the state.…
Governor Akinwunmi Ambode has said that his opponent in the governorship race, Babajide Sanwo-Olu was arrested in US for spending fake dollars. The Governor made this known at a press conference on Sunday, September 30, 2018 in Lagos. According to The reports, Ambode said “We have never responded to the campaign of calumny on social media. We have one family in APC. The aspirant being put up to compete against us is not a fit and proper person to take this job. I have done everything in the last three and half years to serve people selflessly and to serve…
All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant, Babajide Sanwo-Olu called on Governor Akinwunmi Ambode to tell Lagosians the reason the state is going through what he called a sanitation crisis. Sanwo-Olu said this while responding to allegations made by Ambode during a press conference on Sunday. The Lagos Governor had alleged that the governorship aspirant was arrested in the US for spending fake dollars. He also said “Today, instead of making a convincing defense of his performance, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode sought to sow fear into the hearts of Lagosians. “But Lagosians are an intelligent and brave people. They can see through…
Muhammadu Buhari made a last ditch attempt to save Lagos Governor Akinwunmi Ambode from a looming embarrassment at the Lagos APC primary, by calling for an emergency meeting with godfather Bola Tinubu and former national Chairman of the APC Adebisi Akande. The president had to call for the meeting after Ambode’s press conference on Sunday. As leader of the party, he is worried about a possible implosion of the APC in Lagos and he was quite disturbed by some of Ambode’s allegations during his press conference”, the source offered. Tiinubu has accused Ambode of deviating from the Lagos masterplan. Tinubu…
Some supporters of Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday staged a protest at the Lagos secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over what they called the party’s plan to manipulate the governorship primary to favour Mr Jide Sanwo-olu. Olasheu, Deputy APC Local Government Chairman in Somolu, said that the party was taking a number of other steps to ensure that Ambode did not win the election. He said they were sure that Lagos residents wanted the governor because of his administration’s strides, and that he would win in a free and fair contest. “We are here today, first to show…
Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State on Monday urged the panel appointed by the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to conduct the Governorship Primaries in the state to ensure a level playing field for all aspirants in the contest. Ambode spoke when he received members of the panel led by its Chairman, Mr Clement Ebri, at the Lagos House in Alausa, Ikeja. Ambode said it is important that the election when conducted, is seen to be free, fair and credible to all aspirants concerned. Expressing confidence in the selection of members of the panel, Ambode…
Oby Ezekwesili, and founder of the Latter Rain Assembly, Pastor Tunde Bakare, are set to join the race to contest in the 2019 presidential election against incumbent, President Muhammadu Buhari. This was disclosed by Pastor Bakare while he was speaking at an annual freedom rally tagged “This Is My Nigeria” that took place at the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos on Monday, October 1, 2018. He said, “By the way, my sister Oby is stepping into politics now, she is going to contest for the office of the president, and I am waiting for October 7 to throw in my…
The Convener of the Red Card Movement and one-time Education Minister, Mrs Obiageli Ezekwesili, has called on Nigerians to come out in their numbers to vote and protect their votes, come 2019. Ezekwesili made the call at a one-day conference organised by ‘The Church Must Vote’ an NGO, on Monday in Abuja. She said that it is time for Nigerians to determine the quality of leadership they get through massive voting. Ezekwesili said that nobody should be comfortable to sit at home during the upcoming 2019 general elections, because it was time to get rid of the old order of…
“If somebody decides to, they really want to get out in the street, I’ll meet them in the street” Joe Budden has denied that he’ll be coming out of retirement to rap on a song in response to Eminem’s diss track n new album ‘Kamikaze‘. The rap veteran and podcast host was among the many figures that Marshall Mathers took aim at on the record via a number of ‘diss tracks‘. Budden came under fire on ‘The Ringer’ and ‘Fall’ after previously slammed his track ‘Untouchable’ as “trash” and “once of the worst songs he’s ever heard”. While not responding…
Cardi B is ready to go at Nicki Minaj yet again … this time through a brand new track which she’s got in the works with her foe’s ex. Sources sayd Cardi recently stepped into the studio with none other than Meek Mill to lay down some material that’ll be used in a forthcoming song. We’re told they cranked out hooks and verses — all of which is fair game for a final product that’s yet to be released. Unclear on who the featured artist would be, but we do know that Meek’s got an album in the works right…
Wizkid is out with his second official single this year titled ‘Master Groove.’ Back to back singles from the Starboy following the earlier release of ‘Fever’ sees the release of this dance anthem called ‘Master Grove.’ The song has an infectious vibe laced with a feel of Afrobeats as Wizkid calls out his girl to the dancefloor. ‘Master Groove’ was produced by Phantom, and mixed and mastered by Stg thaprodigy.
Timaya , has described fellow musician, 2baba as a legend – He explained in a recent interview that 2baba is the only Nigerian artiste who has the right to be called a legend, Timaya further revealed that he has no interest in being Nigeria’s number one musician because he just wants to make music It is not new to see artistes all over the world struggling to stay relevant and even attacking anyone who they feel is a threat to them, such as it is in the case of international rappers, Nicki Minaj and Cardi B. The Nigerian entertainment industry…
New York rapper 50 Cent isn’t here for the Kanye West trolling. The hip-hop star has suggested Ye might low-key and high-key have mental problems. Fif went to Instagram Monday (October 1) to urge Snoop Dogg to fall back on ripping Kanye for donning a Make America Great Again hat. Yesterday, Hollywood star Chris Evans – most known for playing Marvel Studios’ Captain America – scolded Kanye for slamming the United States’ 13th Amendment which abolished slavery. Writer Yashar Ali publicly tried to make sense out of Kanye’s issues with the 13th Amendment. Earlier in the day, Kanye talked about…
LAX has a new SUV, it is definitely one of those cars you buy and just go wild with celebrations. LAX couldn’t hide his joy over his car as he took to his Instagram page on Monday, October 1, 2018. According to him, if you are into music, just don’t box yourself in that circle, rather spread your tentacles and find other sources of income. “#NewWhipAlert #20millionnairapere when doing music; don’t limit yourself to just money from music. Build new doors, break open some; above all keep doing you. Make money, drink water and mind your business. Happy independence,” he…
Cossy Orjiakor has referred to Nigeria as ‘a naked woman stuck with her problem from last year.’ An almost naked Cossy, in an Instagram post to celebrate Nigeria’s 58th Independence, also hinted that her vote is readily for sale ahead of the 2019 general elections. The controversial actress wrote, “Happy Independence day…. Nigeria…. we are still stuck with last year problems… So am repeating last year picture for you…. This is Nigeria a jolly naked woman.. Who just don’t listen . . continue.. My vote is still for sale ooo……Happy new month sweets. Totographer.. Halle..” She craved a one night…
Cardi B was given a summons on Monday for misdemeanor reckless endangerment and assault in connection with a melee at a New York strip club. The platinum rapper was charged after agreeing to meet with investigators at a police station in the city’s Queens borough. Afterward, she left with a smile, but declined to comment. “We are aware of no evidence that she caused anybody any harm from that night,” her lawyer, Jeff Kern, told reporters. “We expect the matter to be resolved expeditiously.” Police say Cardi B and her entourage were at a club around 3am Saturday when she…
Duncan Mighty has gotten for himself a brand new Mercedes Benz. Trust us guys, it is not your everyday kind of car. The music star and rave of the moment took to his Instagram page on Tuesday, October 2, 2018, where he posted a photo of the new car. Just like every flamboyant celebrity, Duncan Mighty has gotten a customised number plate for the new car “PH 1st SON.” He went on to caption the photo with a quote “Wetin we gain?” Hmmm…we all know that’s the name of the song of one of the newest kids in the block,…
Yul Edochie was of the opinion that there was nothing to be happy about yesterday, that Nigeria is a mess. The actor turned politician made his frustrations known via his Twitter page on October 1, 2018, which we all know, is Independence Day. “Can’t wish anybody a Happy Independence day, there’s nothing to be happy about. Nigeria is in a mess. The masses, the youths are unhappy. Poverty, hunger, joblessness, killings still prevail. Government listen to the cry of the people. Power is nothing if ur people are unhappy,” he tweeted. He went to advise the government and people to…