Author: David Folami

Former Big Brother Naija housemate Ahneeka has responded to Noble Igwe’s criticisms of her hygiene and acne. Expressing her disappointment, Ahneeka said that she doesn’t think any woman should be spoken to the way Igwe did. During her stay in the #BBNaija house, Noble Igwe, on several occasions, tweeted about Ahneeka’s acne and personal hygiene. “I was kind of disappointed at the way he took it. I mean, no person should be allowed to talk about any person like that,” Ahneeka told HipTV “He knew he had a social media presence – even if he didn’t, I don’t think he…

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Richard Mofe-Damijo might be the hottest actor in Nigeria that’s why despite being married, some ladies won’t mind being his second wife. An unidentified young lady recently wrote a letter to the actor wishing to be his wife. “Good morning sir, please I need your help. I’m ready to submit myself to Yabaleft for evaluation. I can’t take the torment anymore. I’m 29 years old, I’m beautiful, I have a wonderful job but I’ve been single for four years now because I’m in love with this celebrity. A Nigerian actor RMD! I’ve pushed a lot of good men away because…

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Khloe Kardashian is pregnant but the reality star looks sexy in a newly released semi-nude shoot. The soon to be mum took to her Instagram page on Wednesday, March 21, 2018, where she released the photo wearing a really sexy and revealing lingerie which also shows off her growing baby bump. The last time we got to see Khloe posing for the cameras, was when she released photos for her new maternity fashion label, Good Mamas. The soon to be first time mum went topless for the new fashion line which indeed showed how despite being pregnant she still looked…

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It is now obvious that DJ Cuppy is Asa Asika’s girlfriend. You know we’ve all been wondering when these guys would make official their relationship, well DJ Cuppy has finally let the cat out of the bag. On Tuesday, March 20, 2018, Asa Asika took to his Twitter page to announce his clients’ endorsement deal. “Both my clients have Pepsi deals now! DJ Obi x Davido! @PlugNG way!” he wrote. It didn’t take long before DJ Cuppy responded to the tweet, “AND your girlfriend! ” she added. It safe to say these guys are dating and we can all put…

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D’banj is about to bring back his popular business brands, Koko water, Koko garri and Koko mansion. “My OG mr double 07 @iambangalee please think of Koko mansion, Koko concert, Koko mobile, Koko water ..time to show the world who is dbanj again let Koko mansion take over Big brother Africa,” the fan wrote. The excitement at which D’banj replied the fan could be seen as he probably couldn’t hide the fact that he actually has all these projects in the pipeline. “@smartdeeybaba thanks so much for your advice … you definitely are a Prophet or you’ve got the gifts…

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Ghanaian actress cum musician Juliet Ibrahim has clapped back at a follower for labelling her as a ‘whore’. It all started when Juliet took to Twitter to thank viewers of the Big Brother Naija show for voting for one of the contestants known as Teddy A. She wrote on her Twitter: “Thanks to everyone for voting Teddy A. God Bless you all” The follower then responded, “You’re a hoe”, referencing the fact that she has a boyfriend, but she’s all over Teddy A. Juliet Ibrahim didn’t hesitate to clap back: “Yeah just like your mother. By the way, Your Mama…

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said it did not have confidence in the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC). Mr Uche Secondus, made the party’s position known while receiving a delegation of the United Nations, led by Mr Mohamed Ibn Chambas in Abuja. He called on the United Nations to intervene to prevent rigging during the 2019 general elections. “The new leadership of INEC, after the 2015 elections, has conducted series of elections; they have done their best but much is left to be desired. “INEC must come out clean and clear for all parties to have confidence in its ability…

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Bukola Saraki has described the return of 101 of the 110 abducted Dapchi Schoolgirls as the answered prayers of millions of Nigerians. He also urged the government to do all within its power to ensure the return of the remaining Dapchi and Chibok girls. “The release of the abducted Dapchi schoolgirls is tremendous news for the country. Our prayers have been answered,” Saraki declared. “I commend President Buhari, our security forces and the Yobe State Government for their effort in bringing back our girls. However, we cannot stop here. We must not rest until all the Dapchi girls, and the…

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Rotimi Amaechi has asked Igbos in the southeast region to seek forgiveness for turning their backs on President Muhammadu Buhari during the 2015 presidential election and elect him for a second term next year. Amaechi said that Igbos have to join a national party like the ruing All Progressives’ Congress (APC) to have a realistic shot at producing a candidate that can emerge president in Nigeria. However, he mentioned that before this can happen, they first have to seek forgiveness and support President Buhari’s bid for second term. He said, “You (Igbo) did not vote for Buhari, true or false?…

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John Oyegun has said corruption is not as brazen under the President Muhammadu Buhari government as it was with previous administrations. “Yes, there are still challenges in the land, there is no question about it,” Oyegun said. “We took over in very difficult circumstances including a fundamental problem of the collapse of the price of crude oil, Conditions were such that we needed an extraordinary man of courage to be able to lead the country out the crisis that we inherited to the increasing economic stability and progress which this nation clearly is beginning to attain,” he added. “On infrastructure,…

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Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State recently said that the combination of the experience of political elders and the innovative ideas of youth was crucial to achieving good governance and sustainable development in the country. Ambode said this at the second edition of Bola Tinubu Youth Summit in Lagos. He stated that the summit was apt especially with the clamour for increased participation of youths in governance and the Not-Too-Young-To-Run Bill that was fast gaining ground at the National Assembly. “I urge youths in the country to be steadfast and continue to demonstrate good character in their quest to make…

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Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the Government of President Muhammadu Buhari to prioritise the well-being of the released Dapchi girls. According to the group, such commission should be completely independent, and have the mandate to find out exactly what transpired, and identify suspected perpetrators. SERAP said “The report and findings of the commission should be made public, and handed over to a judicial authority to pursue possible prosecutions. This is the surest way to end the constant abductions of our girls.” Speaking further, SERAP’s Deputy Director, Timothy Adewale said “We welcome the news that many of the…

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Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Mr Tony Elumelu, on his 55th birthday on March 22. Buhari added that Elumelu’s antecedents had continued to inspire both the young and old on the power of ideas, big dreams and hard work. He commended Elumelu’s diligence, versatility and selflessness “in championing the economic philosophy of Africapitalism. “Africapitalism is a call to action on the need to grow businesses that cater for African interests, support governments and bottom-up development within the continent by discouraging long term dependence on donor countries and philanthropic organisations.” According to him, this is clearly evident…

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One of the 104 Dapchi schoolgirls who was released by Boko Haram has described how the militants treated them after having them in custody for a month. One of the schoolgirls, Khadija Grema, said the terrorists treated them well throughout their month-long stay and that they were not molested. She also reported how five of her schoolmates died of heart attack and stress as a result of the long trip while the terrorists have held on to one of them for religious reasons. She said, “That fateful day we were ready for dinner when we heard shootings; then one of…

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described the release of the kidnapped Dapchi girls by Boko Haram as a scam. Speaking further, Kola Ologboniyan, PDP’s spokesman said that the release of the school girls was a plot hatched by the All Progressives Congress (APC). He also alleged that the APC put the ‘scam’ together in other to gain heroic appraisal from Nigerians. Daily Post reports. The party said “We condemn the @APCNigeria and certain officials in the @NPresidency for staging the abduction of the schoolgirls in Dapchi, Yobe State, for political purposes. It is wicked, callous and tormenting to use…

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Mr Yakubu Dogara has commended President Muhammadu Buhari over the release of the abducted Dapchi school girls in Yobe. He said the President’s efforts to ensure that the girls were freed from captivity had yielded results, with the hope of ending insurgency in the North East. He, however, called for proactive steps to forestall recurrence of the incident by security agencies. He added that “we must remind all those concerned that mass abduction of innocent schoolgirls should never have been allowed to happen in the first place. “While we await the outcome of the investigation by the House Ad hoc…

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Thoughts in Barcelona have turned towards an unbeaten league campaign after goals from Paco Alcacer and Lionel Messi earned a 2-0 win against Athletic Bilbao on Sunday. Alcacer and Messi were both on target inside the opening 30 minutes as Barca wrapped up the three points with an assured first-half display. Ernesto Valverde’s side are now unbeaten through 29 games in La Liga and are 11 points clear at the top following Atletico Madrid’s loss at Villarreal. “I would love to finish the season unbeaten [in the league],” Valverde said in his postgame news conference before urging caution. “But we…

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Jurgen Klopp has said Manchester City won’t be happy to have been drawn against Liverpool in a Champions League quarter-final showdown of Premier League rivals. The quarter-final first leg will take place at Anfield on April 4 and the decisive return is set for April 10 at Eastlands. “We’ve lost once and we’ve won once against them in the league. I don’t think they thought before the best draw they could have got is Liverpool. That’s a sign for us and how strong we can be,” Klopp told Liverpool’s website. “We are for sure not the favourites in this round,…

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He may not be impressing much on the pitch but at least Paul Pogba is dazzling with his hair. The Manchester United star, who has come under fire of late after failing to make much of an impact in Jose Mourinho’s midfield, unveiled his dashing new hairstyle on Instagram. That colour is a bit risky for a United player isn’t it? Perhaps it could be a veiled message that Pogba could be about to cut his losses at Old Trafford and move across Manchester to a local rival playing in blue. That said, Oldham Athletic are fairly well-stocked in midfield…

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Ashley Young is of the opinion that under-fire Manchester United teammate Luke Shaw can be “one of the best in the world” if he works hard and keeps his head down. Young was not keen to get into that particular matter, but has seen enough of Shaw to back him for the very top. “I am not here to talk about other people and whatnot,” he told BBC Radio 5 Live. “Obviously he is a player that wants to do well, I want to see him doing well. It’s like all players, you just have to get your head down…

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