Samuel Ortom has said that he re-election bid is not worth the blood of anyone. Reports also have it that the Governor’s media aide, Tahav Agerzua said “The Governor recalled divine intervention in his 2015 election, pointing out that the same God Who helped him in 2015 would also help in raising overwhelming support for his re-election in 2019. “He expressed appreciation for the support of the group and majority of people of the state in what he described as difficult times. “Governor Ortom referred to the state anthem which notes that although the giants may be on the way…
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The Senior Special Adviser to the President on Diaspora & Foreign Affairs, Abike Dabiri-Erewa has said the video of police boss, Ibrahim Idris’ blunder was doctored. On Wednesday, May 16, 2018, a video footage showing the police boss finding it hard to read his speech surfaced on social media. Presidential aide, Dabiri-Erewa, on her Twitter page, also said that the error was made once, but was made to repeat using a special effect. She said “This video is definitely doctored. “The error was made once , then special effects used to repeat it. What I don’t understand is why anyone…
Abdulfatah Ahmed has called on Muslim faithful in the state to use the occasion of the Ramadan fasting for spiritual rejuvenation. He called on wealthy Muslims to assist the less privileged in order to ameliorate their suffering and reduce poverty in the society. “Let’s reconnect with God, shun hatred and purge ourselves from envy. This is another opportunity to remember that the day of reckoning and accounting is gradually approaching. “We should fear Allah in words and deeds. “Ramadan fast offers unique opportunity for Muslims to reassess their relationship with Almighty Allah and fellow human beings”, Ahmed said. He urged…
She’s become a cosmetics mogul and even launched her own lingerie line. And Rihanna looked every inch the boss as she posted a scintillating snap via Instagram on Friday. The 30-year-old pop sensation rocked a skimpy black dress that left little to the imagination as she showed off her pretty pins. Daring to impress, the Umbrella songstress put her ample cleavage on full display in the low cut number. Her gorgeous gams were thrust on center stage as the tiny dress cut high on her thighs and she sported a pair of high heels. Her trademark raven tresses were left…
During Vulture Festival’s “Ask Wendy Williams” event, Las Culturistas hosts Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang asked Wendy to play some rounds of “How She Doin,” inviting the daytime host to share her thoughts on (Rachel) Meghan Markle, Mariah Carey, Omarosa, and more. When Rogers and Yang brought up Kanye West, Williams said the rapper is “in the throes,” but that she wishes him well. “I think that mental illness is something that is so real. A lot of people in jail right now, if they could’ve just gotten through some mental illness counseling, [wouldn’t be incarcerated],” Williams said. “As long…
Following the tragic death of Aisha Abimbola, on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, the family of the deceased Nollywood actress has finally spoken on the shocking incident. The elder brother of the deceased, identified simply as Taiwo, described the actress as their all. Taiwo described Aisha as the bread-winner of the family prior to her death. “We were all born and raised in Idumota, Lagos. We lost our parents years back and she had assumed the role of the breadwinner of the family. “Aishat is a great personality in our family and we always prayed for her because she was indeed…
In a recent interview, Nollywood actress Omoni Oboli shared her sexual harassment experience in Nollywood. According to Oboli, sexual harassment is not peculiar to the entertainment industry. However, being in the limelight draws attention to the actions of individuals in the industry. “Doctors proposition nurses, nurses proposition doctors. It happens in banking [industry], it happens everywhere,” she said. “Where there are men and women, someone will proposition the other. Somebody will think, “I’m in the position of power [so] I can ask for favours and the other person has no choice but to accept it because I have power over…
Snoop Dogg was a guest on the Breakfast Club on Friday, where he talked about, among other things, Kanye West’s recent public endorsement of Donald Trump and the alt-right, including Turning Point’s Candace Owens, who joined him on TMZ when he claimed slavery in America “sounds like a choice.” A few weeks after posting an Instagram of a photoshopped version of Kanye West in which he appeared “all white,” Snoop Dogg has expanded on his thoughts of West’s shift. “I hate to be black and white,” Snoop told the Breakfast Club. “There’s no black women in his life. Let’s just…
We don’t get to see separated couples celebrate each other every day the way Ibinabo Fiberesima did to Fred Amata on his birthday. The beautiful former beauty pageant runner-up had so many nice words to describe the veteran actor on her Instagram page where she also posted a cute photo of him. “Fred Amata, You are awe-inspiring, and I am lucky to have front-row seats in your journey. Let’s celebrate your birthday in a way that is fitting for such a terrific person. Papa Zino, In your presence, I have been endowed with the wisdom of the world. “On your…
Seyi Shay has been talking about her childhood and so much more that has contributed to making her who she is today. The singer most importantly, shared her mother’s last message to her before she passed away but it’s hardly what you would expect from a Nigerian mum. Seyi shared this during a recent interview with Showtime Celebrity. The “Yolo Yolo” singer who has made her mark in the Nigerian Music industry expressed sadness that her mother is not alive to witness her success. When asked how she felt about that, Seyi said, “I just wish she could see everything…
Damilola Adegbite’s birthday happens to be today and her ex-husband, Chris Attoh sent her a message to mark the day. “Happy Birthday MaMa Brian,” he wrote. Happy birthday Damilola Adegbite from all of us here at Theinfostride. It is no longer news that Chris Attoh and Damilola Adegbite have both gone their separate ways but some fans still can’t over the time they were together. Even though until recently they have both denied the divorce rumours, actor, Chris Attoh has finally revealed that they are no longer together. In an interview with Bella Naija on September 25, 2017, the Ghanaian…
Flavour has posted a picture of himself half nude on social media. The handsome singer has flooded the internet with what some industry observers term thirst traps. On the 31st of March, Highlife artiste Flavour Nabania held a free concert at the Michael Okpara Square, Enugu. The event which promised a spectacular musical experience ended up becoming a horror show as there were various reports that ladies were allegedly raped. Sources on social media said that the security personnel on the ground could not save the victims.
Offset crashed his car, a Dodge Challenger on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 in Atlanta, United States. According to reports, he was immediately rushed to the hospital, where he was treated for minor injuries. Cardi B, who is expecting a child with Offset reportedly rushed to the hospital to be by her man when she heard the news. A source who also spoke said that the rapper was allowed to go home afterwards. A sex tape involving Offset and an unidentified lady was leaked recently. Offset was clearly seen having sex with an unidentified lady, whose face wasn’t captured in the…
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has alleged that some government officials divert public funds to sponsor elections. She said this while speaking about her new book – Fighting Corruption is Dangerous, at the London School of Economics and Political Science. She also said “People are happy to see the symptoms being taken care of, punitive measure, you know it makes big headlines when people are hauled off to jail and the media blasts the story, which is good, there ought to be consequences and punitive actions but it’s not enough. “If you don’t fix some of the root causes, the next set of…
Yakubu Dogara has said Nigeria cannot compete favourably with other countries without an advancement in science and technology. “Our nation cannot compete favourably without innovation,” Dogara said. “We have also seen that it is innovation in the area of science that drives communities, even nations to thrive. They are exporting their intellect; we have seen that. “That is why the ten most advanced nations, or richest nations on the earth, some of them do not have the kind of resources that we have. It is in this area: advancement in science and technology that the true potential of this nation…
It has been revealed that the Kano state police command told journalists not to make public, the video showing the Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris making blunders. According to Punch, a source said that the IGP’s blunders brought an abrupt end to the event which held in Kano state. The source said that Idris’ handlers had to whisk him away following the embarrassment which his inability to properly read the speech caused. On Wednesday, May 16, 2018, Voice of Liberty published a video of the police boss struggling to read. The incident took place in Kano state on Monday, May…
Yemi Osinbajo says the N-Power Graduate Skills Acquisition Programme will be expanded and made better to benefit more Nigerian youths. Addressing the trainees, the vice president said the N-Power programme was very important to the Federal Government because of its focus on empowering the youths through capacity building. “The programme will be expanded, enriched, made bigger and better and we will improve the welfare of those in the programme. “The Federal Government wants to demonstrate through you that Nigerian young people are not only competent, but can with the best training become the best available anywhere in the world. “You…
Embattled Kogi lawmaker, Senator Dino Melaye has accused the Police of owing him N10 million as damages awarded him by an unnamed court. Melaye who was granted bail by the Court on Wednesday, made the disclosure via Instagram on Friday, May 18, 2018. The lawmaker accused the Police of illegally arresting and harassing Nigerians for a long time. “Police illegal arrest and harassment did not start now,” Melaye said. “This was four years ago. Where Court awarded 10-million -damage to me that Police is yet to pay. Fear not him that can destroy or damage the body, fear only Him…
Alhaji Kawuwa Damuna (APC) on Saturday in Bauchi, declared that members who dragged the All Progressives Congress (APC), to court are enemies of the party. “Any member of the party that takes the party to court is an enemy of the party, because there is a lot of avenue for reconciliation. “Six people cannot hold us to ransom. The state congress will hold and it will be hitch-free. “We have not been served with the court injunction and that is why we are going on with the congress,” he said. Also commenting on the congress, the State Chairman of the…
Babatunde Fashola has ordered the contractor handling the Zik Mausoleum, Bouygues Construction Limited to complete and deliver the project before the end of October. Fashola gave the order on Saturday in Onitsha during an inspection of the project. He expressed dissatisfaction over the slow pace of work and threatened to revoke the contract if the contractor fails to deliver as ordered. Fashola also threatened to report the Project Manager, John Ameh to his professional body, the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) if he fails to deliver. The minister said the Federal Government was not indebted to the contractor adding that,…