A chieftain in the Ahmed Makarfi led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has said the party’s convention slated for August 17, 2016 in Rivers state must hold. Also, a chieftain of the PDP, Chief Emeka Ihedioha, said the party is sure that the convention will hold. Ihedioha also slammed the embattled Chairman of the PDP, Ali Modu Sheriff, calling him an interloper. The PDP chieftain said “We will be focused and confident that the national convention of the PDP will hold. We cannot be distracted by agents that are against the ideals of our party. “Sheriff is an…
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Former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido has said that he will contest for the Presidency on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 2019. Lamido also said that the PDP is working to bring back its members who defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The former governor made the comments on Monday, August 8, 2016, while speaking to journalists in the Birnin Kudu Local Government Area of the state. “If my party finds me worthy of the party’s presidential ticket to serve Nigeria, I will thank God and oblige. Although there are issues in the party…
Timi Frank, the deputy national publicity secretary has decried the appointment of less than 10 per cent youths into public offices by President Muhammadu Buhari. In an open letter titled “International Youth Day: A Wake-Up Call”, to Nigerian youths on Thursday, August 11, 2016, the All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain recalled that Anthony Enahoro, Yakubu Gowon and Muhammadu Buhari all attained leadership positions at very tender age during the military era. Frank noted that that the United Arab Emirate had a 22-year old minister of youth while the chairman of the ruling party in Kenya was just 31. “I wish…
Outgoing Edo state Governor, Adams Oshiomhole on Thursday, August 11, said his administration is owing only four years of unpaid pensions after settling nine years pensioners’ entitlements. Speaking to newsmen in Abuja, Oshiomhole said he is not leaving behind a huge liability for his successor, contrary to the allegation by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The PDP had alleged that Oshiomhole’s failure to pay pensioners’ arrears might cripple the incoming administration in the state. Oshiomhole said: “From 1998 when the Army left, to 1999 and to the end of 2008 when I took over, that was a period of 13…
DAAR communications boss, Raymond Dokpesi has warned that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will be destroyed if a new Chairman is imposed on members of the party. Dokpesi, who’s campaigning for the Chairmanship of the PDP, also said that democracy should be allowed to reign in the selection process. He made the comments on Thursday, August 11, 2016, during a press briefing in Abuja. “I want us to just hope and pray that the governors who spoke out very clearly said after the Ali Modu -Sheriff episode, they had learnt their lessons and they will allow the party to take…
The House of Representatives Speaker, Yakubu Dogara, has said no member of the legislature can be probed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the police or Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) for performing his or her legislative duty. Citing the Legislative Houses Powers and Privileges Act, sections 24, 30, Dogara said the activities of the National Assembly are privileged. Dogara also said lawmakers are empowered to make laws, the Appropriation Act inclusive, without being questioned. This is coming after the Speaker reportedly snubbed a police committee that was inaugurated to investigate the budget padding…
The Edo state Governor, Adams Oshiomhole has revealed why he increased the minimum wage in the state. The Governor said he made the increase to show other state Governors that wages could be increased and paid promptly. On May 1, 2016, Oshiomhole announced an increment of the minimum wage from N18,000 to N25, 000 for Edo state employees. The Governor said “I have increased the minimum wage when my colleagues are debating that it is too high and I insisted that it is too small. “I decided to increase it to show that not only that it is too small…
Governor Ayo Fayose has taken a decision to boost the local content capacity in Ekiti state. Fayose reportedly awarded a N59m contract to carpenters and welders, which entails the construction of 1,250 chairs and desks for primary schools in Ekiti state. According to the Chairman of the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) implementation, Chief Dipo Anisulowo, said the move is in-line with the Governor’s desire to boost the capacity of local contractors. Anisulowo also revealed that the desks will be distributed to some primary schools in some part of Ekiti state. Adding that the gesture will improve the learning experience of…
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo says his administration is owing only four years of unpaid pensions after settling pensioners’ entitlements for 13 years. Oshiomhole told the State House correspondents in Abuja on Thursday that contrary to the allegation by the opposition, he was not leaving behind a huge liability for his successor. The opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo had alleged that the present administration’s failure to pay pensioners’ arrears might cripple the incoming administration in the state. “From 1998 when the Army left, to 1999 to 2000, 2001, 2002 up to the end of 2008 when I took…
According to Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, every state in Nigeria is safe. Mohammed made the comment in reaction to a circular issued by the US Department of State saying that 20 of Nigeria’s 36 states are not safe. “We are in Nigeria. How can we believe the claim that 20 states in Nigeria are not safe. That is not correct. There is no state in Nigeria that is not safe today,” Mohammed said on Thursday, August 11, 2016, while meeting with a delegation from the Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria in Abuja. “Is there any week…
The Federal Government is planning to create 6000 new jobs in commemoration of the International Youth Day 2016. This was disclosed by the Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Youth and Student Affairs, Nasir Sa’idu Adhama on Thursday, August 11, 2016, in Abuja. According to Daily Trust, Adhama also said that the government was working to create textile clusters within the six geo-political zones where 1000 unemployed youths from each zone would be trained and provided facilities like sewing machines, fabrics and other equipment. “What we are looking at is after the training, state governments will provide the…
Former aviation minister, Femi Fani-Kayode has described the Muhammadu Buhari administration as a plague. Fani-Kayode also accused Buhari of promoting an ungodly ethnic and religious agenda. The former minister made the comments via his Twitter handle today, August 12, 2016. He said: “Polio back, Nigeria no longer the largest economy in Africa: this gov. is a plague. They bring nothing but sickness, poverty and hardship.” “They are an affliction that thrive on the suffering of the people. They are the incubus and succubus spirits that feed on the nation’s glory and that suck the life out of the people. “Their…
Naija Ninja singer, Sound Sultan, has released the first track on the album – ‘African lady’ featuring Phyno and Flavour. This follows the release of Kuku no worry and the well received ‘Hello baale’. Sultan has also unveiled his seventh studio album artwork and front cover. The new album will also feature acts such as 2baba, Sarkodie, Patoranking, Olamide amongst others. Sound Sultan is currently signed to record label, Naija Ninja – an imprint he set up after leaving Kennis Music in 2008. He released four albums with the label owned by Kenny ‘Keke’Ogunbe and Dayo ‘D1’ Adeneye, and they…
A drama about a family dynasty, the third season of “Empire” will see Cookie Lyon return for her family. The show which revolves around the Lyon family and their media company, Empire Entertainment, will premiere its third season on Wednesday, September 21, 2016. Over the seasons, Cookie Lyon has found ways to put her family first while making unexpected sacrifices, and a new season three promo is here to remind fans of Cookie. The upcoming season which will be offering viewers more insight into the younger lives of Lucious and Cookie, has cast Jeremy Carver and Ajiona Alexus as the…
CW has released the official synopsis for the upcoming new season of “The Flash.” Synopsis Blinded by anger, Barry unwittingly plays into Zoom’s game and uncovers the evil speedster’s true goal: to destroy all Earths in the multiverse. In the race of his life, Barry ultimately gets the upper hand against Zoom and defeats his nemesis. But unable to celebrate victory, Barry makes a world-shaking decision and speeds back in time to the night his mother died to stop Reverse Flash from killing her, irrevocably changing his past and redetermining his future. “The Flash” stars Grant Gustin as Barry Allen/The…
Kunle Afolayan’s much talked about movie “The CEO,” is set to premiere in Ghana on Friday, August 12, 2016. Synopsis of “The CEO” Set mainly on a beautiful beach resort on the outskirts of Lagos in Nigeria, “The CEO” is a mystery-thriller surrounding five top executives from across Africa who are despatched on a 1-week leadership retreat by a multinational telecommunications firm, to determine which one to appoint as the firm’s new CEO. Things go awry when one-by-one the executives are eliminated in sudden death circumstances, and the finger falls on the last two remaining executive as prime suspects. “The…
Ebube Nwagbo has announced plans to premiere the comedy movie “Not Enough,” which stars Alexx Ekubo as the lead actor. This family oriented movie is produced by Nwagbo and Ogonna Mbonu under PoshWorld productions, and stars Oge Okoye, Nazo Ekezie, Michael Bonny Bassey (Big Brother), Susan Zayat, Tina Amuziam, alongside Ebube Nwagbo. According to the producers, the movie is one that blends tragic and comic elements. The story surrounds two young sisters from an affluent family, who out of youthful exuberance decides to know what the other side of life looks like, but they ended up endangering their lives in…
Seems like Tyga has had a change of heart and has decided to settle his scores with his landlord. US Weekly reports the property owner’s lawyer Boris Treyzon revealed the case has been settled and Tyga finally paid his debts! “The case got settled. Tyga paid,” Treyzon told US Weekly. “It’s been executed and everything has been performed. We expect things to get back to the way they were. We will inform the court that the settlement has been reached and that all parties are satisfied.” This comes after a judge issued a warrant for his arrest on Tuesday, August…
Controversial TV presenter Denrele Edun finally opens up on why he kissed media personality and musician Charly Boy on the lips. He explained the photo, saying, “We were shooting a film of two different generations with similarities. Later that evening, we were posing for shots like father and son. Jokingly, he planted a kiss on my lips and that was it. Before, we knew what was happening, the picture was everywhere.” Recall that five years ago, Denrele and Charly Boy were in the news for a picture which surfaced and went viral of him and fellow controversial musician Charly Boy…
R&B singer, GT Da Guitarman, who recently got married in April to girlfriend, Annie has just revealed he’s expecting a baby. The crooner took to Instagram sharing a photo and video of his pregnant wife who was a year older yesterday, August 11, 2016. Seven weeks ago, the singer shared a photo of his pregnant wife writing, “Happy fathers day daddy..see u soon Your Daughter, Aramide from planet Utero #Happyfathersday Sorry am using ur phone but instagram has age restrictions for unborn kids. *wink*.” GT Da Guitarman, tied the knot with Annie in a traditional wedding ceremony done on Saturday,…