The Progressive Governors’ Forum has called for the engagement of Fulani herdsmen across the country with a view to finding lasting solutions between herdsmen and host communities. The governors made the call at the end of the forum’s meeting held in Benin on Saturday. Chairman of the forum and Imo Governor, Rochas Okorocha, who read the forum’s communique urged Nigerians to support President Muhammadu Buhari in the face of present difficulties and challenges in the country. While saying the trying moments would soon be over, the forum said that members also deliberated on the forthcoming Ondo elections and the need…
Author: David Folami
Kogi Government on Saturday reiterated its commitment to partnering farmers across the state to achieve food sufficiency. Commissioner for Agriculture and Natural Resources in the state, Mr Tim Dichie, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lokoja. He said that the administration of Gov. Yahaya Bello was fully ready to give necessary support to all farmers in the 21 local government areas of the state to facilitate massive food production. “I can assure you that the governor is very committed to what we are doing in our ministry and he is always ready to…
Diamond Platnumz features Psquare in a love themed groovy song titled ‘Kidogo’, made for the party rockers. The song which was written back in early January 2015 was produced by Shirko from Tanzania, mixed by V-Teck from Nigeria and also got some touches by producer Laizer from Wasafi Records Tanzania. Enjoy.
Ice Prince Zamani releases first single titled ‘Excellency’ following the floating of his own record label Super Cool Cat. Produced by Illkeys, the fast tempo tune should be rocking the dance floors in no time. The single features DJ Buckz.
It was a collaboration of three kings as singer, Flavour released a collaboration song titled ‘Gbon Gan Gbom’, which featured rapper, Phyno and Zoro. When these talents are put on a song, expect nothing but genius. Enjoy!
In a bid to give back to the society and inspire people in pursuit of an acting career, vastly talented actress, Mercy Aigbe has floated a film school named- The MAG SCHOOL OF DRAMA. The School offers a 4-month training in acting, script-writing, movie making, stage management to mention a few. Speaking on the laudable initiative, Mercy Aigbe Gentry said she feels elated to be an inspiration to young people who want to venture into the make believe world. “This project means a lot to me, I have received a lot of requests especially from my fans about creating a…
Multi-millionaire music and business mogul, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is apologizing to people he might have come across as an a**hole. Whether it’s a coming of age or a reality check for the Bad Boy Records founder who is widely regarded by many as a shrewd businessman, he had a lot to get off his chest via his Instagram. Directing his apology to no one in particular, the 46-year-old father of six, admits he is at times too harsh when dealing with people and want to make himself a better person. ‘All this week I’ve been really trying to work on…
It is back to work for Mavin Records singer and new mother, Di’Ja two weeks after childbirth. Di’Ja surprised many when she announced the arrival of a baby boy on July 1, perfectly keeping her pregnancy period from public glare. The singer has now returned to the studio to continue work on perhaps, a debut studio album. Having released moderately successful numbers like ‘Awww’, ‘Amen’, ‘Take Kiss’, and ‘Falling For You’, it’ll be interesting to see the new direction and influence being a mother would have on her music outputs from now on.
Comedienne Amy Schumer has just revealed her first sexual experience was not consensual. The actress opened up to Marie Claire about her early sexual experiences, revealing they occurred without her consent. The 35 year old admitted she revisited the experience by reading her own journals and reminded herself that losing her virginity at 17 wasn’t something she had even agreed to. According to her, “My first sexual experience was not a good one. I didn’t think about it until I started reading my journal again. When it happened, I wrote about it almost like a throwaway. It was like, And…
Whitenicious boss Dencia is allegedly dating 23-year old French footballer Paul Pogba. The duo have reportedly been spotted in Los Angeles with Pogba cruising in her famous pink Rolls Royce. On Wednesday, July 13, 2016 Paul Pogba was seen at the 2016 ESPYs along with Dencia although they were not pictured together. Paul Labile Pogba is a French footballer who plays for Italian club Juventus and the France national team. Dencia once made it clear that no one will have access to her private life writing, “My life is still super private,” adding, “No one will ever know who I…
Genevieve Nnaji was recently under fire by fans for showing solidarity for the terrorist attack in Nice, France. Genevieve who put up an image in solidarity with France writing, “Father into thy hands I commend their spirit #prayforparis #prayforjustice,” was criticized for ignoring the killings in Benue and Nigeria in general and praying for a foreign country. The actress in a post shared on her Instagram page today, July 15, 2016 has replied those criticizing her. “The idea is not to limit love and compassion but to limit anger and hate. What you let out in the Universe is what…
According to reports pop star Rihanna, 28, was in Nice, France when the suspected terror attack happened. Riri was scheduled to perform tonight (Friday, July 15) at Allianz Riviera Stadium in Nice. Rihanna has just announced that the show will no longer hold due to obvious reasons. “Due to the tragic events in #Nice, my concert scheduled for tomorrow July 15 at Allianz Stadium will not be going ahead as planned. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families” she announced on her Instagram page as she shared an image of a heart coloured in France’s national colours. According…
Tolu Oniru-Demuren, popularly known as Toolz, gushed about her royal acquaintance, HRH Sanusi Lamido Sanusi. The pair were at the Access Bank Charity Shield Polo Day held at the Fifth Chukker Polo & Country Club, Kaduna. Toolz fancied taking some pictures with the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, and posted them on her Instagram. She wrote, “Smile for the camera Your Royal Highness…Sir, Sir! With His Royal Highness The Emir Of Kano. #AccessPolo #AccessBankDay#LetsAccelerate”. Sanusi, who is the Emir of Kano, displayed his trendiness at the event. He was spotted wearing a Christian Louboutin Gold Spiked Loafers.…
Real Madrid legend Raul has hailed the way Gareth Bale has become a key figure at the Santiago Bernabeu over the past three seasons and feels the Wales international perfectly “understands the club’s values”. Bale joined Madrid from Tottenham in September 2013 and has since won the Champions League twice, the Club World Cup, Copa del Rey and UEFA Supercup. Raul is particularly impressed with how the 26-year-old has adapted to life at the Bernabeu, though, and believes he has a bright future ahead of him in Madrid. “He has scored big goals for Madrid and you can see that…
In June, word leaked that Jamie Vardy had turned down the opportunity to move to Arsenal. The England international instead chose to sign a new contract and stay with his Premier League-winning pals in Leicester, signing his second contract extension in about six months. His original deal, signed in February at £80,000 per week, included a £22 million release clause that Arsenal triggered with their offer. This deal reportedly includes a pay bump to £100,000 per week and likely includes either a larger release clause or no clause at all. It’s a victory for Leicester to keep one of their…
Jose Mourinho took charge of his first game as Manchester United manager on Saturday, as his side secured a 2-0 preseason friendly win away against Wigan Athletic. Will Keane and impressive Andreas Pereira scored the goals that eased United to victory against the Championship club. Here are five things we learned from the match. 1. Jose Mourinho’s style is emerging We would be remiss to form set judgments based on the team’s first preseason friendly, but there are already signs that Manchester United’s style is going to be very different under Mourinho. There was plenty of possession football on display…
Juventus have not made a move to sign striker Gonzalo Higuain, nor do Napoli want to sell him, the club’s head of communications has said. Speaking at a Q&A with supporters at the Napoli’s training camp in Dimaro, Nicola Lombardo insisted the striker has not raised the subject of leaving the Serie A runners-up and insisted Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis wants to keep him. Although De Laurentiis’ son Eduardo rubbished the story as “a hoax” and Juventus director Fabio Paratici described a move for the former Real Madrid man as “distant”, Juve coach Massimiliano Allegri appeared to welcome the…
Bayern Munich winger Arjen Robben has been ruled out for six weeks after picking up a groin injury in Saturday’s friendly win away to Lippstadt. Robben, 32, limped off in the 4-3 win in Carlo Ancelotti’s first game in charge and will now miss the early part of the Bundesliga season which starts on Aug. 26. A statement on the Bayern website read: “The injury to the player’s right leg was diagnosed after an examination conducted by the club’s medical unit in Munich on Sunday. Robben will be sidelined for approximately six weeks.” Robben will hope to be fit for…
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has downplayed his departure from the club’s coaching staff and says “nothing will change with my love for” the club. Henry opted not to take a job as an assistant coach with Arsenal’s under-18s in order to continue working as a TV pundit for Sky Sports during the upcoming season. The former striker, Arsenal’s all-time leading scorer, had been helping the youth team during the last campaign while working toward his coaching badges and had been in the frame for a permanent role. But he confirmed last week that Gunners boss Arsene Wenger felt he couldn’t…
Paul Pogba’s arrival at Old Trafford could herald a new era at Manchester United, says former defender Rio Ferdinand. United allowed Pogba to leave to Juventus in 2012, and have now been linked to a move to bring him back for a world-record fee. Ferdinand told Copa90 that Pogba could be worth the expenditure in the long run. “I think €120 million is a lot of money, for any player. You’d expect 40-plus goals per season for that figure,” Ferdinand said. “But Pogba is going to be the best midfielder in the world in the next couple of years. He…