The Commissioner for Health in Ogun, Dr Babatunde Ipaye, has declared the state free of Lassa fever following a recent expression of fear at a patient showing signs of the fever. The commissioner made this known in a statement he issued in Abeokuta on Sunday. He said that the government immediately swung into action to make sure that the patient, who complained of symptoms related to the fever was treated accordingly. “Being a proactive government, we don’t want to take chances, so we monitored with series of test carried out on the victim. “We have activated our disease surveillance and…
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described the postponement of the Edo state governorship elections by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as illegal. INEC announced, on Thursday, September 8, that the polls would hold on September 28 instead of September 10 as originally scheduled. The PDP’s comments were contained in a statement released by spokesman, Dayo Adeyeye on Thursday. The statement reads: “Sequel to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)’s decision this afternoon to go ahead with the Edo state gubernatorial election as scheduled; and their immediate reversal of that patriotic stance, the Leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party…
Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo has assured Nigerians that they will see the change promised by the Muhammadu Buhari administration in another couple of years. Osinbajo made the statement on Sunday, September 11, 2016, while speaking with journalists after a church programme in Abeokuta, Ogun State. “There are lots of people who will say where is the change they promised. People will condemn and shout, but we are very focused, calm and extremely confident that God is on our side and this country will not be the same,” he said according to Premium Times. “In another couple of years, we will…
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Ondo State, Eyitayo Jegede has described factional Chairman of the party, Ali Modu Sheriff as an “empty barrel”. The Sheriff faction of the party has presented businessman, Jimoh Ibrahim as its own candidate for the state’s coming governorship elections. Jegede made the comments on Monday, September 12, 2016, while speaking at an interactive session in Akure, ThisDay reports. “Let me tell you the fact. All those canvassing the factional PDP thing are empty barrels and should be ignored,” he said. “This is how you will know they are unserious people: All the PDP…
The candidate of the All Progressives congress (APC) in the Edo governorship Election race, Mr Godwin Obaseki, has urged voters to carefully select their leader. He stated this on Monday, September 12, during a visit to the Benin Technical College in Egor Local Government Area of the state. Obaseki said voters should assess the antecedents of all the candidates, including their achievements both in and out of government before making a choice. He said: “Leadership is very important; that is the key issue in this election. Who do we give power to? What is his background? What has he done…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to work on solving Nigeria’s problems and stop complaining. The opposition party also told Buhari to stop blaming past governments for his administration’s failures. The PDP made the comments via a statement released by spokesman, Dayo Adeyeye. The statement reads: “Mr. President in his Sallah message today, again blamed the present acute economic recession on the past administration and global economic downturn.” “Let Mr. President and his party, the APC, be reminded that it took a smart and experienced world-class Economic Team in the Year 2010 to lead Nigerians through…
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Edo State, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu has accused Governor Adams Oshiomhole of running an insensitive government. Ize-Iyamu also assured people of the state that he would be fair to all residents regardless of their religion if elected into office. The PDP candidate made the comment while giving a Sallah message in commemoration of the Eid-el-Kabir festival. According to Daily Trust, Ize-Iyamu also said that he would revive industries shut by the policies of “an insensitive government in the past eight years.” “I am prepared to increase your opportunities to be skilled, equipped and empowered…
After his commanding performance in ‘Dance, ‘Professor Johnbull’ and ‘Mmege Mmege’ featuring Selebobo, among others, Flavour drops spanking new visuals for a love tune titled ‘Obianuju’. This one goes straight out to beautiful ladies all around the world. The visuals was directed by Patrick Elis. Enjoy.
Arsene Wenger revealed he turned down approaches from Paris Saint-Germain on numerous occasions because of his “love” for Arsenal. Wenger, 66, has been in charge at the Premier League club since 1996, but could have returned to his homeland. The Frenchman confirmed he had previously been wanted by PSG, who Arsenal face in the Champions League on Tuesday. “Look, [I didn’t say yes] because I love where I am,” Wenger said. “I know well the owners, but I feel always I remained loyal to Arsenal Football Club because I think it’s a club that has the qualities I love. And,…
Football legend Kanu Nwankwo is mourning the death of his mother, Susan Kanu Iheme who died on Wednesday, September 7. The cause of the death is still unknown but Kanu has released a statement eulogising his mother. The loss of Mama is hard to bear. She is a rock that stood by me and all my siblings. She showed us equal love and affection, and always prayed for each and every one of us,” the former Arsenal star says in a statement made available to papilomews.com. “Her support and prayers for me right from the beginning of my playing career…
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho bombarded Paul Pogba with calls and text messages as he battled to secure a return to Old Trafford for the France midfielder. Pogba rejoined United in a world-record move from Juventus last month despite reported interest from Real Madrid. Mourinho told Goal there was “another big club” in the running for Pogba, which meant the Portuguese felt the need to wage a relentless phone campaign. “Oh, it was hard to convince him,” he said. “I had many [conversations] on the phone, lots of SMS. “I think he was getting one in the morning from the…
Barely a year after rising rapper, YCEE became a sensation in Nigeria, he’ll be making his debut performance on the biggest stage in South Africa at the sixth edition of MTV MAMAs. Ycee will join Yemi Alade, Cassper Nyovest and Alikiba to perform at the MTV Africa Music Awards taking place at The Ticketpro Dome, Johannesburg, South Africa, on Saturday October 22, 2016. He will be looking to perform some of his hit songs like ‘Jagaban’, ‘Omo Alhaji’ and ‘Su Mi’.
The premiere of Rob and Chyna gets more dramatic with every new release. In last Sunday’s teaser, heavily pregnant Blac Chyna admits to one of her girlfriends that she’s not so certain about Rob. ‘I don’t even know if I want to stay with Rob’, she admits. ‘Part of me wants to take a paternity test.’ Another scene later shows the reality star with a needle in her arm, appearing to confirm she gets the test in the upcoming episode. In another scene, the constantly bickering couple get into yet another fight as Chyna yells, ‘Why are you so fucking…
The first leg of the 2016 Star Music Trek kicked off to a flying start in Makurdi, Benue State on Saturday, September 10, 2016. The show began at about 9pm with a fully hyped Gbenga Adeyinka on stage getting the mammoth crowd ready for what turned out to be a great night of fun. On the wheels was DJ Neptune and DJ Big N with back to back hit songs before the super stars hit the stage. Cynthia Morgan, Burna Boy, Ice Prince and Wande Coal all took turns to perform before 2face Idibia wrapped up the show with a…
Ebony Life TV founder and media mogul, Mo Abudu, who is currently attending the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), was a year older on Sunday, September 11th and she celebrated in a glamorous dinner, exclusive to an intimate group of her EbonyLife TV team, some TIFF directors, business allies and industry colleagues who were also in Toronto.
HBO series “Game of Thrones,” has won more Emmy awards than any other drama in TV history. The show won nine awards at the 2016 Creative Arts Emmys which held on Saturday, September 10, 2016. The show which tied with “The West Wing” and “Hill Street Blues” in 2015 with 26 Emmys, now has 35. The episode from season 6, “Battle of the Bastards,” won four awards for visual effects, editing, sound mixing, and makeup. It also won an Emmy for her costume designs on “The Winds of Winter.” In the episode titled “Battle of the Bastards,” Jon Snow finally…
On Sunday, September 9, 2016, ABC announced that “Mistresses” will not return for a fifth season. The fourth season which wrapped up on September 6, 2016, is officially the show’s finale. The finale ended with the death original series star Yunjin Kim’s Karen. The show ended its fourth season with 2.5 million total viewers, half of its series debut. Based on a popular UK TV series of the same name, “Mistresses” follows the scandalous — and steamy — lives of a sassy group of female friends. As the women navigate romantic relationships complete with excitement, betrayal and secrecy, and explore…
Raoul John Njeng-Njeng better known in the music lane as the pop star Skales isn’t one to hide who he is dating. Many of his contemporaries prefer to date behind the scenes, opting for a low-key relationship than a relationship that is splattered all over the press. Skales is cut from a different cloth. Hiding his relationship from the press is not his style. On September 10, 2016, the Baseline Records act introduced his new woman to the world. He posted the photo of his new girlfriend Leyla Konjo on his Instagram and wrote: “just to clear the air this…
Comedian Bovi took to Instagram today September 13, 2016, reflecting on some lessons he learnt from the late 2Pac. According to him, most people are concerned with public relations and getting big names for themselves without substance beneath. He wrote, “20 years today! Still relevant!!!! The lessons I learned from Pac both when he was alive and after his life have had a tremendous impact on my methods. But most important of all is I learned that only a man’s works can speak for him and keep him relevant! These days, many people focus on having big names! You see…
Popular singer cum vocal Christian convert, Lynxxx has dished out advice to those looking for a lifetime partner. The crooner took to Instagram today, September 13, 2016, writing, “It’s Sooooo easy to pass up on a good thing filled with opportunity, substance, value and true essence while chasing something that glitters and isn’t Gold. We exist in a world where the distractions are on a and its soo easy to get carried away in the Hype, following the crowd and fitting into what “Society” predicts is cool, that we put OUR own standards away and roll with what the world…