The former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Emeka Ihedioha has said that Imo state has not gained anything from Governor Rochas Okorocha’s position in the All Progressives Congress (APC). According to Punch, Ihedioha said Okorocha’s closeness to President Buhari has not brought any federal presence to Imo state. He also said Nigerians have become wise and they will not allow any politician to take them for granted. Debunking his claim,a spokesman of Governor Okorocha, Sam Onwuemeodo said “Ihedioha cannot criticise Owelle Okorocha; this (Ihedioha) is a man who was in the House of Representatives for many years with…
Author: David Folami
Gov. Godwin Obaseki of Edo has sent a bill to the State House of Assembly to amend the state’s Pension Scheme of 2010. A letter on the bill amendment, signed by the governor, was sent to the Assembly on Monday. The letter read in part: “Mr Speaker, find attached 30 copies of the bill for your consideration and passage. “The bill, if amended, will enable the state to commence the contributory pension scheme to put an end to pension related issues in the state.” The Speaker, Justin Okonoboh, referred the bill to the House Committee on Rules and Business. Meanwhile,…
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has disowned Mr Chucks Nwoga, who has been parading himself as the party’s National Youth Leader. Mr Ifeatu Obiokoye, APGA National Publicity Secretary, said in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday that Nwoga was expelled from the party in December 2016. According to him, Nwoga who hails from Enugu State had been making publications on Facebook, WhatsApp and other social media as APGA national youth leader. “Let it be known that the APGA National Executive Committee (NEC) in its meeting held at Awka on December 21, 2016, expelled the said Chuks Nwoga and…
Nigerian stars Timi Dakolo and Bovi decided to take a picture together as Niger Delta’s most wanted. The duo can be seen sitting on a counter smiling for the camera. “Two of niger-delta’s most wanted and the same place at the same time . They say we look alike so…. well… all I can say is my daddy was a playa,” Bovi captioned the shot.
Popularly known as Area Fada, Charly Boy is best known for his alternative lifestyle, political views, and media productions, most notably The Charly Boy Show, Charly Boy has been president of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria, and in 2011 an Idol Series judge. An unashamed activist, Charly Boy has been very vocal in his fight against corruption, oppression, division and the forces that seek to undermine democracy. The controversial star was born into a Catholic household and is the cousin of Swedish musician Dr. Alban. His most popular album “1990”, was a reference to Nigeria’s corrupt military government which…
Timaya and Davido team up for the release of this new single ‘Kekwanu’. The new single is produced by Shizzi. Listen and download.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s masterclass left Leicester fighting for their Premier League survival as Manchester United cruised to a 3-0 victory over the troubled champions on Sunday. Jose Mourinho’s side condemned dismal Leicester to a fourth successive league defeat thanks in large part to Mkhitaryan’s dynamic contribution at the King Power Stadium. The Armenian playmaker opened the scoring with a cool solo strike just before half-time and then teed up Juan Mata for United’s third goal after Zlatan Ibrahimovic had doubled the lead. United’s first win in four league games extended their unbeaten run to 15 and lifted them to within two…
Super Eagles boss Gernot Rohr has insisted that striker Odion Ighalo, who now plays in China is still in his plans. Ighalo has sealed a move to Chinese side Changchun Yatai from Premier League club, Watford. After the move, the striker revealed that he has not received a call from his National team boss, prompting fears that he might be dropped. Rohr has however assured the striker of a place in his Super Eagles and said he understood why the striker moved to China. “He wasn’t getting games at Watford, in China he will play and be match fit aside…
David Beckham on Saturday blasted reports that he used his children’s charity work to boost his public image and chances of getting a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II. A spokesman for the football icon claimed “hacked and doctored” private emails had given a “deliberately inaccurate picture”. The former England captain, who retired in 2013, was the subject of a “Football Leaks” probe by the European Investigative Collaborations network, a consortium of 12 European media organisations, including France’s Mediapart. Citing emails between Beckham and his staff, the reports claimed he initially refused to put his own money into his humanitarian 7…
Mr Femi Adesina, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the President has said the period of extension of President Muhammadu Buhari’s vacation in London was not specified because “there is no vacuum in government’’. Adesina, who stated this in an interview with the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) on Sunday night, said the time was not stated so as enable the president to get clean bill of health from his doctors. He said the president has already transmitted power to the Vice-President who had been performing his constitutional duties as acting president. According to Adesina, with the extension of his…
Protesters marching on the streets of Lagos under the “I Stand With Nigeria” banner, have called out musician Innocent Idibia aka 2face, for pulling out of a planned nationwide protest. 2face was supposed to headline the nationwide protests today, February 6, 2017, but in a teary Instagram post, he announced he wouldn’t be going ahead with the march, citing security concerns. However, advocacy group ‘Enough is Enough (EiE) Nigeria, stepped up its campaign ahead of the protest on Sunday, saying the planned marches in Lagos and Abuja, will go ahead as planned. A handful of celebrities and entertainers also joined…
The Northern Christian Youth Assembly has commended the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai for laying the foundation for the building of a military barracks in Kafanchan in Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The Christian Youth Assembly also commended Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai for his part in finding a solution to the Southern Kaduna crisis. The statement was signed by Peter Bawa who is the National Chairman of the group. According to the group, the “development would go a long way to curtail the menace of maurading killers that have plunged too many…
Pensioners under the aegis of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP), in the state of Osun, have reiterated support for the Governor Rauf Aregbesola’s administration. Speaking over the weekend, some of the pensioners drawn from various parts of the State, revealed that the government of Osun under Aregbesola has paid them all their pension arrears till December 2016, according to the agreement signed with the government. Some pensioners who received at least N120,000 each in pension arrears as at December 2016, had in January 2017 in conjunction with a retired judge and members of the opposition party in the state,…
Nigerians in the United Kingdom joined their folks back home in nationwide protests, but they took a different approach. They stormed the Nigerian High Commission in London, demanding to see President Muhammadu Buhari for five minutes. On Sunday, February 5, 2017, the Presidency announced that Buhari had asked for an extension of his leave indefinitely. Buhari embarked on a 10-day vacation on January 23, 2017. It was immediately announced that he’ll use the period of his vacation to carry out routine medical checkup, fuelling speculation that he is battling a debilitating ailment. Presidential spokespersons Garba Shehu and Femi Adesina announced…
It’s protest day in Nigeria. There is the “I Stand with Nigeria” protests in Abuja and Lagos, the UK protests at the Nigeria High Commission building and the “I Stand with Buhari” protests in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Our correspondent in the capital city reports that the pro-government protesters converged at the Unity Fountain park just before noon, Nigerian time. It’s protest day in Nigeria. There is the “I Stand with Nigeria” protests in Abuja and Lagos, the UK protests at the Nigeria High Commission building and the “I Stand with Buhari” protests in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory…
2face’s camp in an official statement released today February 6, 2017, have finally opened up on why the protest was actually cancelled. According to them, the risk of hijack by various political and sundry interests was a high level of danger causing 2face to withdraw ‘regretfully’ from the march. The statement reads: “On behalf of Innocent “2Baba” Idibia, we would like to apologise to the fans, colleagues and everyday Nigerians who feel let down by the cancellation of this protest. 2Baba’s aim was to lend his voice to make the government aware of the growing discontent due to the wildly…
It was the end of the road for Soma and Miyonse as both housemates were voted out of the Big Brother Naija house on Sunday, February 5, 2017. At the live eviction show on Sunday night, host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu revealed that two out of the three nominated housemates would be evicted. He then asked the three housemates who were up for eviction – Efe, Soma and Miyonse – to leave the House. The three left the house amidst tears and shock from the other housemates. However unknown to the other housemates, the evicted trio were being sent to the arena…
2face Idibia has cancelled his intention to lead a protest against bad governance today February 6, 2017. The ‘Officially blind’ singer who cancelled the protest barely two hours to Sunday, February 5, 2017, has also refuted claims he was arrested by the Department of State Services. According to the award-winning pop star he’s fine and free. He wrote, “Thanks for the concern guys. I’m fine and free. Reports about DSS arrest are not true. We are still compiling your responses for the leadership. State your opinion on social media with the hastag #IStandWithNigeria. Peace! One luv always!!!” Meanwhile, the father…
Following 2face’s withdrawal from his planned protest, Seyi Law is currently leading protesters in Lagos. 2face Idibia cancelled his intention to lead a protest against bad governance today February 6, 2017, but Nigerian comedian Seyi Law is currently championing the cause at the National stadium, Surulere. According to the veteran comedian, he would be starting a social media revolution soon. “If they don’t listen to the voice of reason, they’ll listen to violence,” he said. Adding, “The fact that 2face backed out shows that there are forces trying to silence Nigerians. Those are the forces we must fight.” This comes…
Tiwa Savage turned 37-year-old on Sunday, February 5, 2017 and she had a bash that night! The pop diva who is currently in London had a special birthday party at the Tunnel Night Club, London. Unarguably Nigeria’s biggest female singer, Tiwa can be seen grooving the night away with friends and fans. Tiwa was decked out in a black garment by House Of CB London. The gown featured see through panels by the sides and had a latex in front.