T.I has ended his marriage to wife Tameka ‘Tiny’ Harris on an episode of reality television programme, T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle. The rapper who started dating the Xscape group singer in the year 2000 also revealed that he is quite happy about taken the decision during their conversation on the series. “I think you’re a phenomenal person. We’ve had some of the best times of our lives together. And it does not hurt or insult me that at some point you grew to this point and I grew to this point. “I don’t think it’s either of our…
Author: David Folami
Talking about a sweet loving father gesture. Nigerian singer, Timaya threw a frozen themed party to mark the fifth year birthday party of daughter, Emma. From a towering cake to a perfectly arranged seating setting, the gig wore a fairytale ambience that can only be found in a Disney cartoon. To have a father who could bring all that to life must have been so much joy for little Emma who had an air of excitement around her as seen in pictures taken at the event. Her birthday which was actually a week ago saw the singer gush about her…
Big Brother Naija reality star, Tboss has opened up on her relationship with controversial Kogi state lawmaker, Senator Dino Melaye. TBoss was pictured with Senator Melaye at the lawmaker’s “Antidote for corruption” book launch in Abuja. The picture got tongues wagging. But speaking at a breakfast buffet at Shirley’s Confectionery, Abuja on Saturday, May 27, 2017, TBoss denied having any relationship with Senator Melaye “It was a book launch and the people I work with also work with him,” TBoss said. “So we got an invitation for the book launch, I was in Abuja and I went there with my…
A Daura-based Non Governmental Organization, Compare and Contrast Youth Association has trained 195 women on eight different vocational skills. Its Secretary, Alhaji Sabiu Mohammed disclosed this at the graduation ceremony of the second batch of the trainees in Daura on Saturday. The Secretary, who, called for community participation in the activities of the organisation, said the training was aimed at empowering the women to enable them become self-reliant. He said the association which was established in 2014, started with 30 trainees ,”adding we have 304 women undergoing training on various skills out of which 195 are graduating today.” He said…
An Abuja based general physician on Wednesday advised Nigerians to go for regular medical check-up to prevent hepatitis. Dr Patrick Ezeogu told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja that hepatitis was an inflammation of the liver caused by hepatitis virus Type A, B, C, D and E. He said that many people suffering from the disease were not aware of it because the symptoms do not appear on the body. He said that Hepatitis `A’ could be contacted from eating contaminated food. “It can also be spread through poor sanitation, poor personal hygiene, drinking unclean water or eating…
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Yakubu Dogara, has enjoined the Muslim faithfuls to use the Holy month of Ramadan to continue to pray for the leadership of the country, its peaceful coexistence and speedy economic revival. The Speaker made the call in a goodwill message to the Nigerian Muslim community on the commencement of Ramadan season, issued by his special adviser on Media & Public Affairs, Turaki Hassan. He admonished the Muslim faithful to always replicate in their daily lives, the spirit of sacrifice, forgiveness, self denial and piety associated with the Holy month of Ramadhan. “As…
The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has scored Gov. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi high on good governance, peace and infrastructural development. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that IPAC is the umbrella organisation of all political parties in Nigeria. In a statement signed by the Enugu State Chairman of IPAC, Chief John Nwobodo, on Saturday, the body expressed delight at the achievements of Ugwuanyi’s administration “in just two years in office”. Nwobodo said that the governor’s “many positive actions, projects and programmes have elevated governance to a higher pedestal in the state’’. The IPAC chairman also lauded the governor’s exhibition of vision,…
The head of African Church, Ifako Diocese, Rt. Rev. Michael Adeyemi, has said the sack of Presiding Chaplain of the Chapel of Christ the Light, is ungodly and saddening. After Venerable Femi Taiwo, was sacked by the Lagos State Government for allegedly disrespecting the first lady of the governor, Bolanle Ambode, Rt. Rev. Adeyemi has expresses dissatisfaction in the entire decision by the Lagos State government. In an interview with Punch, Adeyemi said: “I was here (in my office) when he (Venerable Taiwo) called me that they asked him to pack out within 24 hours and that he was even…
Ex-Vice National Chairman, PDP SouthWest, Olabode George has said Asiwaju Bola Tinubu was behind his travails and incarceration while he headed the National Ports Authority. “Tinubu and others were responsible for my travails during the Nigeria Ports Authority crisis when I was sent to prison for doing nothing. I can only wish Obanikoro the best of luck,” George said. In a recent interview, the former military governor of Ondo State denies being a sworn enemy to Tinubu as it is widely spread. He said: “Bola (Tinubu) and I are not sworn enemies. Bola and I met during the burial of…
All-time top-scorer Wayne Rooney was on Thursday left out of the England squad for next month’s World Cup qualifier against Scotland and a friendly against France. The 31-year-old striker has lost his place at Manchester United and was similarly omitted from Gareth Southgate’s England squad announced in March, although he was carrying a knee injury at the time, but is now fit. Rooney, who made a brief appearance in Manchester United’s Europa League final win over Ajax in Stockholm on Wednesday, had hoped to end his international career by captaining England at next year’s World Cup in Russia. But this…
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte does not believe Victor Moses is mostly culpable for his side’s 2-1 FA Cup final defeat to Arsenal on Saturday. The Nigerian international was shown a second yellow card in the 76th minute for an apparent dive in the Arsenal box. Chelsea duly lost by the odd goal in three as Arsenal exploited the Blues’ numerical disadvantage to close out the win. Conte was asked about the decision to show Moses a second yellow card and while he claimed he did not see the incident clearly, he inferred that Moses might have been awarded a penalty…
Barcelona fans have many more years to enjoy Lionel Messi, assured outgoing coach Luis Enrique after the Argentine handed his boss a successful send-off in a 3-1 Copa del Rey final win over Alaves. Messi opened the scoring and helped set up goals for Neymar and Paco Alcacer just before halftime as Alaves slumped to defeat in their first Spanish Cup final despite Theo Hernandez’s stunning free-kick to level at 1-1. “He is extraordinary, an extraterrestrial,” Enrique said of Messi after he lifted his 30th trophy at Barca a month ahead of his 30th birthday. “Leo Messi is a very…
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has said he is delighted to be given a new one-year contract that will take him into a 12th season with the club. Carrick, 35, signed from Tottenham in June 2006, winning one Champions League and five Premier League titles. He was part of the squad that won the Europa League last week and the trophy will be shown off at his testimonial match next Sunday. “I am delighted that my journey with this great club is going to continue,” Carrick told the club’s website.
Diego Costa claims he will only leave Chelsea to return to Atletico Madrid this summer, turning his back on long-term speculation of a blockbuster move to China. Costa scored 22 goals this season in firing Chelsea to the Premier League title for the second time in three seasons at the club. Yet, the Brazilian-born striker has struggled to settle in London and had a training ground bust-up with Chelsea boss Antonio Conte in January fuelling rumours he could be the latest star of European football to be snapped up by China’s football boom. However, after losing out to Arsenal in…
Barcelona salvaged some pride from a disappointing season when they lifted the King’s Cup on Saturday with a 3-1 win over Alaves but attention has already turned to how they can improve as the club begin a new era. Coach Luis Enrique is leaving and Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu says his replacement will be announced on Monday, with Spanish media certain it will be Ernesto Valverde, who is leaving Athletic Bilbao. Bartomeu told Spain’s TV3 that Barcelona were confident they knew what they had to do to get back on top after finishing second to Real Madrid in La…
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has signed a new one-year deal with the club. Carrick, 35, joined the Old Trafford side from Tottenham in an £18.6m deal in 2006 and has played 458 games in all competitions, scoring 24 goals. “I am delighted that my journey with this great club is going to continue,” Carrick told the club’s website. Carrick, whose contract was coming to an end in June, has a testimonial on 4 June. Manager Jose Mourinho said: “I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Michael over this past season. “Not only is he a great footballer, he is also…
Manchester United may have finished sixth in the Premier League but Ander Herrera believes the Red Devils can be pleased with their first season under Jose Mourinho. United missed out on the top four but secured their place in next season’s Champions League after beating Ajax in the final of the Europa League on Wednesday. The Old Trafford club also claimed both the EFL Cup and Community Shield earlier in the campaign and Herrera believes that is more than enough to classify this season as a success. ‘There are a lot of good things to take from this season,’ Herrera…
The late internationally reputed artist, Roger Moore, popularly called James Bond, must be immortalized by naming important places after him. He was aged 89 years They told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on that when Bond is honoured, generations yet unborn would remember and appreciate his contributions to the entertainment world. According to them, that will encourage contemporary as well as up-and-coming actors to put in their best into the profession. They said that James Bond’s death had left a great vacuum that would be difficult to fill in the entertainment industry. They described James Bond as a naturally…
Adunni Ade is the perfect bridal inspiration for Chique Brides’ new lookbook. The Nollywood actress chose beautiful looks for the bridal shoot tagged ‘Urban Brides‘ from the brand’s new collection. She chose the different breathtaking styles featuring sheer detailing, embellishments, off shoulder ball dresses with stunning veil with intricate trimming. She also chose an asymmetric bardot off white colour with pocket details complete with dainty floral headpiece and more perfect bridal looks. She wore a soft makeup look making sultry yet beautiful statements in the pieces.
“Isoken” has made its debut in London. The event held on Wednesday, May 24, 2017, at Cineworld, Leicester Square, and was attended by Dakore Akande, Funke Akindele, Marc Rhys, Bolanle Olukanni, Abimbola Craig, Dolapo Oni and Jade Osiberu. Osiberu shared a photo from the event with the caption, “Full yarns later, for now just one word… GOD.” Produced and directed by Jade Osiberu, the movie tells the story of a successful but unmarried 34-year-old woman, who has to deal with the societal pressure that comes with being single at a certain age. The anticipated romance drama features Dakore Akande, Patrick…