The Independent National Electoral Commission has come out to warn everyone concerned that it would not condone any kind of attack on its personnel, ad hoc staff or materials to be deployed for the Bayelsa State November 16, governorship polls. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu dished out this warning today in Yenegoa during the commission’s interactive session with the members of the Bayelsa Traditional Rulers Council. He added that no form of vote buying would be tolerated as well. His words, “We are concerned about utterances likely to breach peace during the campaign, on election day and during the collation…
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Nollywood actress, Halima Abubakar has blasted a troll who addressed her rudely on social media. The troll sent her a direct message, labelling her a shapeless amoeba. Reacting, Halima Abubakar flaunted the screenshot with a befitting response for all to see. Her words, “I have been in nollywood for 17 years off and on Please darling unfollow me if you wish me dead, but calling me old.i pray you don’t die young. Calling me old is a prayer and copying is not my style.I don’t copy , ppl copy me and I can tag all of them I RESPECT YOU…
FIFA president, Gianni Infantino has asked for “new, stronger and more effective ways to eradicate racism in football” after English players suffered abuse in Bulgaria. UEFA has charged the Bulgarian Football Union over racist behaviour by fans during the Three Lions’ 6-0 Euro 2020 qualifying win, with world football’s governing body promising to extend any sanctions imposed. Ex UEFA president, Gianni has now said the time is right for football to take a harder stance against racism. He added that life ban is a good punishment for those found wanting. His words, “So many times we say there is no…
APC Chairman, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole has come out to say that Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki is jealous of how popular he is. According to Oshiomhole, Obaseki has no reason to accuse him of engaging thugs just because he has a lot of people supporting him and making him feel at home whenever he visits his state. He also said he has never attempted to undermine the security architecture in Edo, and it is Obaseki who has engaged in brigandage. His words, “The governor should stop being jealous of Oshiomhole’s popularity in Edo State. He is a man that is…
Popular rapper, singer and producer, Jesse Abaga a.k.a Jesse Jagz is set to release his 4th studio album titled “Legacy” next year. Ice Prince Zamani revealed this on Twitter recently. His words were, “LEGACY – An Album By @JesseJagz Wowww.” Ice Prince added the album intro is so good and Nigerians should watch out. The exact date the album will drop is still unknown but we await the greatness. What say you? Jesse Garba Abaga (born 10 August 1984), popularly known as Jesse Jagz, is a Nigerian hip hop recording artist. In April 2015, he re-signed with Chocolate City after…
UEFA has to take a “zero tolerance” stand against racism, according to ex England player, Paul Ince. Ince believes the shameful abuse that took place in Bulgaria yesternight merely offered out “free hits.” Action against the culprits for acts of discrimination was stepped up during a Euro 2020 qualifier in Sofia. With some parts of the ground already closed because of previous misdemeanours, specific sections of the home support were removed from the stadium as proceedings were halted on the field. Paul is of the opinion that this should have been the policy from the very beginning because the 3-strike…
APC governorship candidate in Bayelsa State, Chief David Lyon has pledged to right all the wrongs of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) government if he is elected as governor. Chief David, who vowed to be a servant leader if he wins, gave this promise today during the launching of the APC governorship campaign organisation at the David Lyon Campaign Office in Yenagoa. He said PDP has made Bayelsa a poor state and the people must now come together to send them parking on Nov. 16. His words, “We must work hard; we must be united; the victory of the party…
Popular rapper, Future has called his alleged 6th baby mama a fraud. According to the lyricist, the paternity lawsuit filed against him by the Haitian model must be dismissed. According to court documents obtained by a popular site, Future is responding to the case brought by a Florida woman named Eliza Seraphin. He filed a motion to dismiss which accuses Seraphin of “fraud upon the court.” He denies being the father of her child. Eliza filed legal docs in Broward County, alleging that Future is her daughter’s dad. She is also requesting retroactive child support and reimbursement for hospital expenses…
Bulgaria goalie, Plamen Iliev has said there was no racist abuse from home supporters during their Euro 2020 qualifier vs England on Monday. According to Plamen, the English only reacted and the atmosphere was not that harsh. During the 6-0 victory, Sterling was targetted by racist chanting, and youngster Tyrone Mings was not spared as well. However, after the game, Bulgaria coach revealed that he never heard any abuse and it has to be proven before the country is punished. Goalkeeper Plamen has now agreed with what the coach said by saying the Bulgarian fans actually behaved well. His words,…
The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) has said 94 per cent of Nigerians do not practice proper hand washing in the country. A UNICEF rep, Mr Oumar Doumbouya, disclosed this yesterday in Abuja during the 2019 Global Handwashing Day Celebration with the theme: “Clean Hands for All” According to him, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector in Nigeria is facing an interesting time with the latest declaration of state of emergency in the sector, the target to put a stop to open defecation by 2025 and government readiness to revitalise the sector. His words, “Hand washing has been proven…
Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham has revealed how she gave birth to her son via a traditional herbal remedy after battling fertility problems. After its successful use, Toyin has now gone into the herbal business completely to assist other women with fertility problems to have children. Unveiling the traditional herbal product which sells for N65,000, the movie star wrote, “Here is the story of my journey to motherhood. My life long desire has always been to become a mother and so far i can say that the experience has been humbling and amazing at the same time. Many women who just…
Liverpool star, Sadio Mane is the world-class winger that the Reds have been missing since John Barnes, according to Jamie Carragher. Mane has netted eight goals in 11 games for his team this season, which makes it 67 in 134 games since he joined from Southampton. Speaking on his amazing form right now, Carragher has talked about how much he loves the Senegalese and how he was Klopp’s first big signing. His words, “Even after the first couple of games, I said Mane, probably along with Raheem Sterling, was possibly the best left winger in the world,” “I absolutely love…
Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ibrahim Magu, has reached out to heads of anti-corruption agencies in Africa to unite and defeat corruption. Magu, who said this at the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Secretariat in Abuja, while delivering a goodwill message at a two-day workshop on “Capitalisation and Sharing of Good Practices on Promoting Regular Migration and Fighting Border Corruption,” organised by the High Authority against Corruption and Assimilated Offences (HALCIA), of Niger Republic, praised the efforts made by the anti-corruption agencies in Benin Republic, Burkina Faso and Mali. He hailed the spirit…
Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham recently disclosed that she conceived her son, Ire, via the use of some traditional herbs mixed by an experienced traditional herbalist, and co movie star, Juliet Ibrahim has shared her reaction. Her words, “When i was first introduced to traditional remedies, i was the biggest skeptic, but after seeing the proofs in other women, i had no choice but to believe, and I am glad I did. ….. if it worked for me, it will work for you.” Juliet Ibrahim has now hailed her for coming out with nothing but the truth. She wrote, “Wow 👌🏽…
Ekiti State governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi has said Ekiti State is a very hard state to rule despite being among the least populated. Kayode, who is celebrating one year of his second term today, said if you are linked to the grassroots you will not be able to win an election in Ekiti because “you have three million governors in Ekiti and everybody is opinionated. I am not a social animal. I don’t go to parties but these days I do.” In a recent interaction with journalists in Lagos, Kayode, who said a lot of the legacy programmes of his…
Ghana singer, Becca, hosted Nigerian female singers in Nigeria last night to dinner and it was a beautiful and lovely gathering. The event was curated and co-ordinated by media personality, Latasha Ngwube. The guests that showed up were Tiwa Savage, Omawumi, Seyi Shay, Lami Phillips, Sasha P, Kel, Kaline, Ara, Essence, Nikki Laoye, Imanse, Biwom, Bankemusic. Latasha added that Ghanaians should be proud of Becca for the collaboration she is fostering. Her words, “Becca spoke well about how Ghanaian female artists and Nigerian female artists needs to collaborate and do big things together to open up the market deeper and…
Tottenham manager, Mauricio Pochettino should stay away from the Manchester United job that Mourinho and LVG accepted and failed, according to Harry Redknapp. Harry feels Poch should be open to a Real Madrid move instead Poch has been under fire this season, and even if Harry is not expecting him to be sacked from Spurs anytime soon, he feels he should head to Real Madrid rather than Man Utd because joining the latter would be silly. His words, “Listen, he’s the manager of a London club, a great place to live, I’m sure he’s earning an absolute fortune, they have…
Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, has urged organised labour and the Joint National Public Service, Negotiating Council, JNPSNC, to abandon all plans to go on strike. He pledged that the Federal Government is working extra hard to end the problems over the contentious consequential adjustment. FG and the JNPSNC held a meeting recently to tackle the dispute over the consequential movement on the new national minimum wage. Yet to come to an agreement, Ngige has now begged the organised labour to show some understanding and give them time. His words, “I appeal that the Sword of Damocles…
Veteran Nollywood actress, Idowu Philips a.k.a Iya Rainbow is now 77. To mark her special day, the movie star in a recent interview said she will be throwing a party in Dubai. She also flaunted amazing new pictures. See the photos, HBD ma, LLNP. She was born on 16 October 1942 at Ijebu Ode, a city in Ogun State, southwestern Nigeria. Her stage name “Iya Rainbow” stems from “Osumare” (meaning “rainbow” in British English), the name of the theatre group of Sir Hubert Ogunde, who died in 1990. She worked as a certified nurse in general hospitals in Nigeria for…
Jose Mourinho is still very special to me, according to Manchester United midfielder, Scott McTominay. Jose was sacked after three seasons at the club and was replaced by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer who is presently struggling to make an impact too. Even if Mourinho has been told he left the club weaker than he met it, Scott is still thankful to Mou for giving him his major senior break. His words, “Jose is very special to me. He still keeps in contact with me now and keeps in touch after some games. “He’ll always have a special place in mine and…