Muhammadu Buhari has expressed sadness over the death of the former chairman of the Bank of the North, Alhaji Muhammad Lugga, who died after a prolonged illness. The President recalled with pride how Lugga used his extensive experience to revive the defunct Bank of the North which was at the verge of collapse on account of poor management. He extended his condolences to the Government of Zamfara State and family of the late Lugga and prayed to Allah to forgive his gentle soul. He also also condoled with the Baba-Ahmed family, the government and people of Kaduna state over the…
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Muhammadu Buhari has begged Nigerian Christians to pray for the unity of the country which he believes is a ‘divine arrangement’ that should not be jeopardised. The statement read, “President Muhammadu Buhari felicitates with Christians in Nigeria on the solemn occasion of the commencement of this year’s Lenten season. “As they join their counterparts worldwide to emulate the worthy example of Jesus Christ who fasted 40 days at the beginning of His earthly ministry, the President urges Christian brothers and sisters to pray fervently for the country’s unity and progress. “He believes that Nigeria’s existence as one united country is…
All Progressives Congress (APC) Badagry Division on Sunday urged Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State to seek a second term in office. Mr Rabiu Oluwa, Chairman of the APC in the division, said Ambode deserved a second term because of his achievements in the past three years. He commended the governor’s total dedication to duty, his enormous development projects and his desire to make the state a better place to live. ”Gov. Ambode’s unimaginable performance and commendable zeal for developmental projects have been visible in every nook and cranny of the state, especially in Badagry division. ”In this division, we…
Akinwunmi Ambode has urged Lagos residents to register with the National Identity Card Management Commission (NIMC) because of its numerous benefits. The governor said it was in the best interest of residents to do so, just as it was good for data and financial planning. “I just finished registering as a proud Nigerian. “I also urge all Lagosians to do the same,’’ Ambode said. He also called on all Lagosians to register, saying there are were many benefits attached to the registration. According to him, the national identity cards that will be eventually issued to those who register have 18…
Major-General Rogers Nicholas has assured Nigerians that troops are relentlessly closing down on Boko Haram militants in a bid to end the terrorist group’s nine-year insurgency. He said, “Camp Zairo has been taken by our troops on several ocassions. This is an assymetric warfare; there’s no boundary. We take it today, they leave the place and move to another place occupy it again. They continue to run round; but this time around, I’ve decided we’re going to stay with them in that bush. “We’re pursuing them round the bush, so we’re with them there.” He further urged Boko Haram militants…
Umar Ganduje has denied reports that children voted during the just concluded Local Government election in the state. He said “That was propaganda. You can ask the national observers who went there. They held a press conference. All those pictures were children during a school assembly. It is not true, it is part of the propaganda. “Let them go back to the states and ask the people did they queue up and vote in the election? “So, we don’t even need to respond to such falsehood. Ask those who are credible and who witnessed the election, I think that is…
Olusegun Obasanjo has once again blasted President Muhammadu Buhari for his administration’s handling of the fight against corruption. According to him, the president could do more in how he goes about the war that’s been one of the centrepieces of his administration. He said, “I would make sure people in charge of anti-corruption institutions are people of integrity. There is no point in fighting corruption beyond you and you have corruption on your nose.” He said, “It (Coalition for Nigeria) is not an old wine in a new bottle, but a new wine in a new bottle. I will not…
Solomon Dalung has attacked the response of Benue State governor, Samuel Ortom, to the killing of over 73 people in his state, describing it as ‘shameful’. He said, “I have not made up my mind whether to contest any election in 2019, not even Councilorship let alone governorship. I don’t know where the speculations of my contesting for the governor of Plateau State is coming from. “One office I don’t envy in my life is the office of the governor in Nigeria. I told the governor of Lagos State so. The responsibility of the governors is so enormous and anybody…
DJ Consequence has finally dropped one of the most anticipated videos in recent times, the visuals for the viral hit – ‘Assignment’, featuring king of the streets – Olamide. Directed by the fast rising and incredibly talented Dammy Twitch, “Assignment” video exudes what a fun video should be, with cameos from Josh2Funny, Oluwadolarz and much more. Very inspiring jam.
Viewers have called for Cee C’s disqualification for injuring fellow Big Brother Naija housemate, Lolu. She injured him during a disagreement after the harness used to bind them together hit him. Yesterday, Biggie scolded the pairings and asked the housemates to avoid conversations with anyone that isn’t their bond partner. He paired Cee C with Lolu; two housemates who had never been friendly towards each other. For hours, the pair had nothing to say to each other and simply sat far apart with deje cted looks on their faces. They followed each other around without having any sort of conversation.…
Flyboy Inc. and Kiss Daniel has not hesitated at all when it comes to dropping the visuals for his latest single – ‘4Dayz’, just in time for the Valentine’s season. Directed by Sesan, the video truly shows Kiss Daniel’s growth as an artiste with a video quite different from the norm.
Olamide has dropped his second single of the the year, and it is a collaboration with UK rapper, Skepta. The new single is titled ‘Sheevita Juice’, and features production from YBNL in-house creator, Bbanks.
Olamide has signed two new acts to his record label, YBNL. The two acts are rappers, named Limerick and Lyta. Olamide made the announcements on Instagram, welcoming them to his label, and teasing new videos with them. With the addition of these artist, it boosts the ranks of talents at YBNL to four. Asides Olamide, the record label is already home to Temi Ovwasa and Davolee. YBNL has a history of signing and ‘graduating’ artists with talent. The record label was once home to Adekunle Gold, Lil Kesh and Viktoh. The trio left in 2016, by mutual consent, after spending…
Tiffany Haddish has said that Beyonce stepped in when a lady touched her husband Jay Z. “I was talking to JAY-Z for a little bit, and there was another actress that was there who was also talking to JAY-Z. She touched JAY-Z’s chest and Beyonce came walking up… her demeanor, her body from the way she walked upon them said, ‘Get your hands off my man’s chest,’” she said. The beautiful went to reveal during the interview that it didn’t just end as things took a different turn “So then she also started talking to the other actress and some…
A rare sexy photo of Florence Otedola popularly known as DJ Cuppy has got guys drooling on social media. Cuppy stripped down to only underwear, with some costume accessories and a white sneakers to-go. Born to a billionaire father, Femi Otedola, DJ Cuppy is trying so hard to prove that her rising profile is not due to her father’s influence, and she is gradually getting the credit she deserves. Welldone to her.
Mercy Johnson’s husband, Prince Odi Okojie has penned down a very cute message to her on Valentine’s day. The businessman and politician took to his Instagram page on Wednesday, February 14, 2018, in his short but direct words spoke about his love for Mercy who he called his baby. “My Valentine Baby……I Love you Irrevocably and Lavishly! You’re my All in All. Happy Valentine’s Day @mercyjohnsonokojie,” he wrote. It would be recalled that back in January 2018, the gist of a possible marriage crisis in the Okojie’s family began to filter the air after Mercy Johnson deleted all her husband’s…
Shatta Wale has been reportedly invited over by the Ghana Police Authority over comments he made about burning down churches. A certain prophet in Ghana, Prophet E. K. Mensah of the Christ Vision Prayer Ministry suggesting that Shatta Wale has been marked to kick the bucket before December unless he repents from his sinful ways. Well, Shatta Wale didn’t take it likely with prophet as he went on to release a video where he called out the prophet for making such a prophesy. He also went on to declare that if he still is alive by December 2018, he will…
Wizkid has joined the many celebrities who are sending love messages on valentine’s day to their special ones. “Happy valentines day to all the women in my life! Daddy sending love to all,” he tweeted. Now, who are the women in Wizkid’s life? Maybe he is talking about his biological mother, Mrs. Balogun. Well, there are other women we’ve come to realize have played a major role in his life. Yes, Wizkid has three baby mamas and he just might be referring to all of them. From the latest of them, Jada Pollock who doubles as his manager. The American…
The referee who booked Mario Balotelli while the Nice striker was complaining of racist abuse has said he “didn’t hear insults or shouts from the stand” during Saturday’s match at Dijon. “I can understand such a reaction from a player affected by these kinds of insults,” he added. Balotelli was booked for gesticulating angrily at the crowd in the game on Saturday. He then complained to the referee that he had been subjected to racist abuse. French football authorities said the league’s disciplinary commission will look into the case on Thursday. An appeal was launched by two French anti-discrimination organisations…
Manchester City are more than ready to break into the European elite but Fernandinho admitted they’ve found it hard in the Champions League in past seasons. “I’ve been here for five years and I’ve shared some painful days in the Champions League with [Kompany], so we want to change it,” Fernandinho said. “I know the way is hard but we’re working a lot to try to end with the hegemony of those three clubs. “Like I’ve said: game by game. We’ve made a great performance and we have to make it again at home to think about the quarterfinals.” “We…