Human Rights Lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana has alleged that President Muhammadu Buhari has been working against the media to prepare the grounds for the launch of his third term campaign. According to him, Nigeria has gone to the dogs and only the media can assist us. He believes the President is currently trying to silence the media. His words, “Our country has gone to the dogs, and the media must help. That is why the war is against the media because, for the 2023 race, the media must be silenced. “You may have a third…
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Days back, billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, shocked Nigeria by donating a whooping N5 billion to the Save the Children Foundation at his daughter, DJ Cuppy’s Gold Gala, in Abuja. Sharing a recent video of his daughter, Tolani, Femi Otedola wrote this about the donation, “At the #CuppyGoldGala, my Daughter Tolani presented my donation of 5 Billion Naira ($14.5 million dollars) to Nigerian children. We must not only think of ourselves in this life, but of those who are in need …F.Ote.” Congrats to the kids that will benefit from this. Amazing. Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola (born November 11, 1992), professionally known…
Anthony Martial’s return from injury has helped Manchester United’s recent upturn in form, according to new signing, Daniel James. Martial missed about two months of action with a thigh injury coming back with a substitute appearance in the 1-1 draw against Liverpool on October 20. Since then, Man Utd have won 5 of their six matches and Daniel James believes Martial’s influence has been key to the improved performances. His words, “Since he’s come back in, we’ve got that focal point,” “He’s a great link-up player. He can come short or go in behind. It’s been important for me and…
Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki has said his good reforms and people-oriented policies that have changed the lives of Edo state residents positively will earn him a 2nd term as governor. He disclosed this at the Alaghodaro 2019 Summit held in Benin City, the Edo capital, to celebrate his third year in office. According to him, he is grateful to God for all the successes he has recorded despite the hardship he has faced during his 3 years as governor. His words, “In spite of the very difficult and uncertain political environment in which we have operated in the last…
Popular singer, Tekno is grateful to God for giving him the grace to be able to stop smoking weed. Tekno shared this through his Instagram page today. According to him, even if he still smokes, he doesn’t smoke it anymore to feel okay, and the addiction is over. Her words, “Oh God I use this medium to say thank you pray and i say I’m grateful for giving me the grace to quit smoking weed. I smoke when I want to but I don’t have to smoke weed to be alright.” Congratz to him. Augustine Miles Kelechi (born December 17,…
Jeremie Boga has come out to say that Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s return to Serie A would bring more viewers to Italian football. This is coming after MLS Commissioner, Don Garber linked the Swede with a move to AC Milan. According to Boga, if it happens, Zlatan would add more star power to the Serie A, same way Cristiano Ronaldo, Romelu Lukaku and Mario Balotelli did. His words, “I think it would be great [for Ibrahimovic to return to Serie A],” “It would bring even more eyes to Serie A. It would take the competition level to a higher level. It is…
The FCT Minister of State, Dr Ramatu Aliyu is hopeful that the re-election of Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi and his running mate, Edward Onojo would bring development to the state. Dr. Ramatu disclosed this as she paid homage to His Royal Highness, the Ohimege Igu Agabaido, Alhaji Abdulrazak Koto, on Tuesday in Koton Karfe Local Government, Kogi. According to her, she visited to seek royal blessings and to also ask for the support of the monarch and his subjects towards the re-election of the All Progressives Congress (APC) flag bearer in the Nov. 16 governorship election in the state.…
Nollywood actress, Cossy Orjiakor just jumped on Instagram to flaunt her bare boobs. In the pic, she covered her nipples with her hands. Her caption read, “100% natural 3 square healthy meal.” See the pic, Stunning. Cossy Orjiakor (born October 16) is a Nigerian actress, singer, producer and video vixen. She came to limelight after featuring in a music video by Obesere. She is also controversially known for showing off her large bosoms at social events and music videos. In 2015, she produced her first film, Power girls, under her production company Playgirl pictures. Orjiakor was born on October 16…
Atletico Madrid star, Kieran Trippier has come out to say that it has been difficult to escape the Wayne Rooney nickname given to him by team-mate, Diego Costa. He said he is referred to as Rooney now even if it all started as a joke from Costa. He added that despite that, he is loving every moment in Spain since his move from Spurs. His words, “It’s just because I’m the only English player here and Rooney’s the only one he’s heard of; it could have been anything,” “He just calls me that because it’s the first name that came…
The All Progressive Congress (APC) has come out to say that the Nov. 16 governorship polls in Bayelsa State will be violence-free. The party leaders, at a recent rally in Yenagoa, begged the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa to stay away from actions that can result in disaffections during and after the election. APC Chairman, Mr Adams Oshiomhole feels a violence-free election is vital to promote Nigeria’s democracy. His words, ”I want to let the PDP government know that this governorship election will not be by bullet but by voting. “We know the PDP is already panicking but why…
The 2019 African International Film Festival has started with the attendance of Lai Mohammed, Kate Henshaw, and many film personalities. Also present at the opening night of AFRIFF 2019 were Ini Edo, Uche Jombo, Fred Amata, Tope Alake, Colette Otuosho, Chioma Ude, Hilda Dokubo, and Kemi Lala Akindoju and so on. On Monday, AFRIFF began with the Industry Program for Registered Industry delegates and media delegates. Some of the movies set to screen during the festival include Funmi Iyanda’s ‘Walking with Shadows’, Ego Boyo’s ‘The Ghost and the House of Truth’ and Nigerian documentary, ‘Jesse: The Funeral That Never Ended’.…
After watching Cristiano Ronaldo get subbed off for a 2nd straight game, Fabio Capello has said the Portuguese forward hasn’t dribbled past anyone for three years. Ronaldo was taken out for Paulo Dybala in the 55th minute vs AC Milan on Sunday after failing to impact the game and Dybala eventually sealed the win for Juve in the 77th minute. Fabio was not happy with CR7’s reaction to being replaced and has now questioned his current ability with the ball at his feet. His words, “I didn’t like this, it wasn’t nice,” “He must be a champion even when he…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Leader, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has described the late former Petroleum Resources Minister, Prof. Tam David-West as a highly-principled and morally-upright Nigerian. Bola Tinubu disclosed this in a statement issued in Lagos yesterday. According to him, the late Tam West was an exemplary social critic. His words, “Tam David-West was a nationalist and social critic who always spoke truth to power. “I will personally miss the former minister; he was one leader I admired and regularly exchanged ideas with.” “Somebody who served as minister under Muhammadu Buhari as military leader and won his respect and…
Popular singer, Abolore Adegbola Akande a.k.a 9ice is reportedly set to get married for the 3rd third time. Rumor has it that the wedding will happen in December 2019. Pulse reports that 9ice is getting married to his baby mama, Sunkami who he has a daughter named Michelle with. The singer and Olasunkanmi Ajala have been in an off and on relationship for a while now. They both welcomed their first daughter, Michelle Abolanle Akande, five years ago. Ajala is an event planner based in Lagos. What say you? 9ice (born Abolore Adegbola Akande, on 17 January 1980)[citation needed] is…
Unai Emery has been given a vote of confidence by the Arsenal hierarchy after the team’s poor run of form. Arsenal are yet to win in 5 games in all competitions and are now 8 points adrift of the top four following Saturday’s 2-0 defeat at Leicester City. Unai Emery has faced criticisms during this period but Arsenal’s Sanllehi and Venkatesham have come out to say that even if results do have to improve, Emery is still the man for the job. Their words, “We are as disappointed as everyone else with both our results and performances at this stage…
Florence Otedola, aka DJ Cuppy has talked about how her wedding ceremony would be lowkey and less stressful compared to the first-ever Gold Gala for her Cuppy Foundation. She revealed this recently in a statement addressed to her dad, Femi Otedola, during a charity event, held in Abuja, to raise funds for the advancement of children-related humanitarian causes in north-eastern Nigeria. After thanking Yemi Osinbajo, vice-president, DJ Cuppy praised her dad by calling him “the Gelato King” and begged him not to worry because her wedding will not be as elaborate or stressful as the gala. She added that she…
Barcelona president, Josep Maria Bartomeu has said five-time Ballon d’Or winner, Lionel Messi can end up staying at the club for the next 5 years. At 32, Lionel keeps setting new standards of excellence in La Liga and the UCL, with 2 years remaining on his current contract at Camp Nou. Josep Maria revealed that he is not bothered about Messi’s long-term future in Cataluyna, and the club can still look up to the Argentine in several years to come. His words, “Surely it will be the wish of all parties, if he [Messi] feels strong and ambitious, to extend…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has asked for meaner punishment for drug traffickers and importers of illegal drugs into Nigeria. Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, the Director-General of the agency revealed this during a news conference on Monday in Abuja. According to her, the sentences being given to peddlers of Tramadol and counterfeit drugs is too light. She added that the judiciary has to review it if we want these crimes to stop. Her words, ”It breaks my heart that a sentence of five years imprisonment or N250,000 fine is given to someone that is trafficking…
Nollywood actress, Lilian Afegbai has flaunted stunning new photos as she clocked 28-years-old. See pictures, Lovely. Happy Birthday to her. Lilian Afegbai (born 11 November 1991) is a Nigerian actress and producer, She is an Ex Big Brother Africa Housemate. In 2018 she won the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) for Indigenous movie of the Year for her production debut Bound in 2018. Afegbal is from Edo state, Nigeria. Her primary school was Our Ladies of Apostles, Benin. She attended the Word of Faith secondary school. She studied Accounting at Benson Idahosa University. Lilian Afegbai participated in Big Brother…
Liverpool still have more gears to go through this season, according to Danny Murphy. Danny believes the Reds can emulate Arsenal’s Invincibles and go unbeaten throughout the season. He said they are now the team to chase and they will even get better. His words, “Liverpool haven’t hit the heights of last season and they’ve got a bit lucky with some of their results. “But they’re still winning every game, which is incredible, and it shows how far they have come with this hunger to win games and stay in games. “The thing about Liverpool that’s really positive is they…