The Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai, on January 9, approved the redeployment of at least 14 officers to different military units across the country, Premium Times reports. According to documents obtained by the newspaper, the exercise affected six major generals, five brigadier generals, two captains and one major. In December, Buratai had promoted 227 Army personnel, including a son of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Adeboye, who was made a colonel. As stated in the report, some of the officials redeployed include M.H. Garba, a Major General, who was moved from Army Headquarters’ Department of Military Secretary to the Army…
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The Minister for Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adetiba has confirmed the appointment of eight auditing firms hired to evaluate the compliance rate of state governments with the implementation of the Fiscal Sustainability Plan (FSP). A total of 35 states had in June 2016 signed to comply with actions contained in the plan. Only Lagos State backed out of the agreement. A statement issued by the Director, Information, Ministry of Finance, Mr. Salisu Dambatta, announced the appointments on Tuesday. The eight accounting firms are PricewaterhouseCoopers, KPMG Professional Services, Ernst & Young, PKF Professional Services, Muhtari Dangana & Co., S.S. Afemikhe & Co.,…
Nollywood actor, IK Ogbonna’s wife, Sonia Ogbonna, took to social media to celebrate her man as he turned a year older today. She shared a photo of herself in a bikini top all loved up with IK writing, “To the most hard working man I have ever came across… My backbone and my support system… The most loyal and caring man in the world.The way God will bless your new age…. Hmmm.. I don’t think you are aware yet!!! The doors that will open for you… Chaii… You are blessed, my love… Favored! Fortunate!Happy birthday to you! You will enjoy…
Today is also the birthday of Nigerian actor IK Ogbonna. The 6ft2 movie star is popularly known as “tattoo boy” because of the ink on his body. Ogbonna is considered a hulk in the movie circles because of his ripped physique. He is considered be one of the hottest male actors in Nigeria.
At long last, after many years of trying, Terry G has been granted access to America. This is the first time Terry G has entered into the country in the 10 years he has been known in the entertainment industry, unlike his colleagues. The singer has reportedly been denied an American visa on several occasions, until now. Reports have it that the rapper is currently in the United States, just in time for president-elect, Donald Trump’s inauguration. According to reports, Terry G is in America for his first ever US tour as he will be performing in some of the…
As they prepare to leave the White House, First lady Michelle Obama shared an adorable throwback of her husband, Barack Obama and their girls, Sasha and Malia. The soon to be former first lady wrote alongside the cute picture shared on Instagram today, January 11, 2016, “So proud of POTUS and all that we’ve accomplished together. What an incredible journey filled with remarkable people. I love you Barack. -mo” The shot has since garnered over 681, 000 likes, reposts and comments. This comes after Barack wiped away tears as he paid tribute to his teenage daughters and to Michelle Obama,…
Today is the birthday of Nigerian Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti. He turns 34 years old. Seun Kuti was born in 1983 to Afrobeat creator Fela Kuti. He is the youngest son of the late music icon. He started playing in his father’s band Egypt ’80 at a young age. After the death of his father Seun Kuti became the leader of the band at the age of 14. Seun Kuti has continued his father’s beliefs and political philosophy. He released his first album in 2008 titled Many Things. His latest album is A Long Way to the Beginning released two…
Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna’s little girl, Dream Kardashian, is two months older today! To celebrate her new age, the fashion entrepreneur took to Instagram on January 11, 2017, to celebrate her with an adorable picture. “Dreamy Dream bean got her first shot today and she is 2 months old! Woohoooooo I wanted a boy so bad and now that I got my girl I am so Thankful and Happy for her and wouldn’t want it any other way!” he wrote. Adding, “She is the best and I love her so much and I thank God every day for her…
Chelsea will hope to move a step closer to redeveloping Stamford Bridge when Hammersmith and Fulham Council hear a planning application on Wednesday. Chelsea have decided developing their current home, rather than relocating elsewhere, is their preferred option as they look to provide a 60,000-seater stadium with a capacity more akin to other top-flight clubs. Hammersmith and Fulham Council has already recommended the application be approved, with a formal meeting scheduled of the planning and development control committee at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Chelsea’s redevelopment project is to be funded by owner Roman Abramovich, to an estimated cost of some…
Jose Mourinho was long-tipped to be the Manchester United manager. It was viewed as the job he wanted, above all, as he had his heart set on replacing Sir Alex Ferguson. He has been guilty of forming bad relationships with a number of opposition coaches, including Pep Guardiola, Arsene Wenger and Rafa Benitez, yet Ferguson has always been someone Mourinho has spoken highly of. “I call him the boss because he’s the boss of the coaches,” Mourinho said when at Real Madrid. Ferguson revealed this admiration from Mourinho dates back to when he first joined Chelsea in 2004. When their…
Bayer Leverkusen striker Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez has said he would rather move to MLS than China, but stressed that he wants to stay in Germany for now. Hernandez, 28, has been linked with a switch from Leverkusen after enduring a disappointing first half of the season. The Mexico international has failed to score in his last 15 competitive games and has gone more than 100 days without scoring in any competition. There has been growing speculation that he could leave in the winter window, but he told reporters: “[Squad manager] Jonas Boldt and [sporting director] Rudi Voller have not told…
Manchester United have agreed to sell Morgan Schneiderlin to Everton for £22 million, sources close to the deal have said. United manager Jose Mourinho had spoken on Friday about a move not being close to completion at that stage and, over the weekend, Everton boss Ronald Koeman then said that it was “up to the board” to get desired deals done. A £22m transfer has now been agreed which means that United are close to recouping the £24m that they paid Southampton for the midfielder when former manager Louis van Gaal recruited him in summer 2015. Mourinho confirmed to Sky…
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has said Daniel Sturridge has “absolutely outstanding” ability but that he has to overcome his continued fitness troubles. Sturridge, who joined Liverpool from Chelsea in 2013, has suffered significant problems with injuries throughout his time at Anfield and has started only five Premier League games this season. The 27-year-old came on in the 63rd minute of Sunday’s 0-0 FA Cup draw against Plymouth after recovering from an ankle knock and could play a role in Wednesday night’s EFL Cup semifinal first leg against Southampton, but Klopp stressed that the England international has to remain fit if…
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has said his players did not need to celebrate their first goal against Hull in the EFL Cup as much as they did. United beat the Tigers 2-0 at Old Trafford in the semifinal first leg but struggled to break them down until Juan Mata struck in the 56th minute, with Marouane Fellaini adding a late second. But Mourinho felt his side had over-reacted to the Spaniard’s opener, telling Sky Sports: “In cup ties every goal can be crucial — so why celebrate when you have half an hour to play? “I don’t think we…
Following his outing in the 2016 movie “The Grudge,” Odunlade Adekola is starring in a new comedy movie titled “A Million Baby.” The upcoming comedy drama stars Adekola alongside Ada Ameh, Ayo Binta Mogaji, Tony Akposhere, Moradeke Adegboyega, Seun Akindele, Omobola Akinde, Ibukun and Ire Salako. Produced by Moradeke Adegboyega and Olakunle Oni, the movie also introduces newcomer Tayo Oluoti. “A Million Baby” was shot by Jeleel Adegbite and directed by Sunshine Olawore for Just Distinguish Productions. The movie which would make its debut in cinemas tells the story of Janet (Moradeke Adegboyega), a comfortable family woman who loves to…
Borno State Governor, Kashim Shettima has denied saying that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) should be banned in Nigeria. Shettima was reported to have made the comment on Tuesday, January 3, during a visit to Benue State. The report was denied via a statement issued by Shettima’s Special Adviser on Communications and Strategy, Isa Gusau. The statement reads: “Governor Kashim Shettima is educated enough to know that the Nigerian constitution does not have room for a political party that has on its platform, sitting Governors, Senators and members of House of Representatives to be abolished by any individual or institution.”…
Governor Ayo Fayose has slammed the Federal Government over the sack of the six policemen attached to the Rivers state Governor, Nyesom Wike. The police authorities sacked the policemen for allegedly misusing their weapons during the Rivers rerun election which held on December 10, 2016. Speaking in their defence, the Rivers state government said that the security men only foiled an attempt to assassinate Governor Wike. According to Daily Post, Governor Fayose described the policemen as heroes of democracy, adding that their names will be written in gold. The Ekiti Governor also said the men foiled the attempt by the…
Former All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Rivers State, Dakuku Peterside has criticized Governor Nyesom Wike over the insecurity in the state. Peterside also said that Wike’s desperation had led to massive loss of life and property in the state. “What manner of a man is Wike, his desperation to become governor at all cost led to loss of many lives and destruction of properties. Since becoming governor, it has been bad news all the way,” Peterside said in a statement according to Daily Post. “Many people, including security personnel have been murdered in different parts of the state.…
Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose has warned the Muhammadu Buhari administration to stop tampering with churches in the country or face the wrath of God. Fayose also warned the government against the continued implementation of the Financial Regulation Council (FRC) Act. The governor made the comments on Sunday, January 8, 2017, after the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) was forced to step down from his national position due to the law. “There is one thing every government must not do, the moment you face the church of God, you will fail. The God of Adeboye,…
Okay, for those still on the know, Mike Tyson is training music star Chris Brown in his upcoming boxing match with Soulja Boy. But it doesn’t end there for Tyson it appears, seeing as he’s also helping Breezy out by recording a new diss record titled ‘If You Show Up.’ And this ain’t no joke. On Monday, January 9, a portion of Mike Tyson’s verse surfaced online, in which the former boxing champion referenced the upcoming boxing match repeatedly for the hook. ‘If you show up, it’s going down. I’m gonna teach him how to knock your ass down,’ Mike…