Senate President, Ahmad Lawan has come out to say that a partnership between State Governors and the National Assembly is needed to redefine good governance in the interest of the masses. Ahmed Lawan revealed this when members of the Progressive Governor’s Forum comprising the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governors met with the leadership of the Senate and House of Representatives on Monday at the National Assembly in Abuja. According to Ahmed, bridging the gap in governance will make sure the security, safety and welfare of Nigerians is guaranteed. His words, “It is a fact and truism that our party, particularly…
Author: David Folami
Just yesterday, Mercy was named the winner of the BBNaija 2019 TV reality show and Daddy Freeze of Cool FM hashad his say on the show in general. She beat Mike, Frodd, Omashola and Seyi to the grand prize and took home N30million in cash and a N25 Million brand new Innoson SUV. Reacting to her victory, Daddy Freeze had this to say, “Well I actually gained a whole lot watching #BigBrotherNaija#BBN for the first time and this includes the following: 1: 240 million votes came in for big brother this year (I hope I heard right because there was…
The Presidency has said President Muhammadu Buhari will present the 2020 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly today, Tuesday, October 8th, 2019. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina, revealed this at the end of an intense meeting of the Federal Executive Council (FEC). Adesina said, “No briefing, we only looked at what we will present at the National Assembly tomorrow” Buhari is expected to lay the 2020 budget before a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives on Oct. 8 for approval, “as the country intends to…
Ex Manchester United midfielder, Paul Ince has slammed goalkeeper David de Gea for lacking leadership on and off the pitch after the club’s 1-0 defeat vs Newcastle. The GK recently penned a new long-term deal at the club, signing a five-year deal to end speculation about his exit. Man United have started the season and they are presently 12th in the EPL table after their most recent loss. Speaking recently on how the Spanish keeper has carried himself amidst the current situation at the club, Ince feels De Gea’s demeanour has been unacceptable. His words, “I watched David De Gea’s…
Popular record producer, Don Jazzy has replied a message he got from a desperate upcoming act who wants a free record deal. Responding, Don Jazzy said, “Times are hard. It gets frustrating I know that. I wish I could sign everybody but I can’t. But pls don’t give up and most importantly don’t be forced to send this sort of messages guys pls. Keep working and your time will come.” See what he wrote, Do you see where he is coming from? Michael Collins Ajereh, better known as Don Jazzy, is a Nigerian record producer, singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur. He…
Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Mrs Zainab Ahmed has said the proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase will have a negative effect on consumption by urban communities and the richer sections of the population. Mrs Zainab, who disclosed this at the 25th Nigerian Economic Summit in Abuja on Monday, revealed that the tax increase would actually not affect the poor masses. The 2019 summit was themed: “Nigeria 2050 Shifting Gears” and a lot of prominent Nigerians were present. She added that with moves like this, she sees a future with lots of Nigerians being taken out of poverty.…
Tammy Abraham has earned his starting position as Chelsea’s first-choice striker, according to coach, Frank Lampard. Lampard said the youngster has also done well to silence critics within a short period of time. Speaking recently on his performances, Frank believes Tammy has made the striker role at Chelsea his own, and everyone can agree. His words, “You talk about when people are in good form, things happen for them or they generally have moments,” the Blues boss told a post-match press conference on Sunday. “For me, that comes from how Tammy has handled himself all season from the early moments…
Mercy has won the 2019 BBNaija show after becoming the last woman standing and one of the five finalists. Remember that 5 housemates made it through the 99th day of the reality show and they were Mike, Frodd, Omashola, Mercy and Seyi. The Igbo girl won the N30m cash prize, a brand new car and other gifts which makes up her winning to N60m. Mike, the classic man, also won N2M cash prize for having the best time at the arena games. Mercy is now the first female housemate to win the reality show as its previous winners have all…
Manchester United, Daniel James has said he would be happy to be the club’s No.9 if he is called upon to take up such role. Man Utd struggled vs Dutch side AZ Alkmaar in their goalless Europa League clash on Thursday. The Red Devils are yet to win yet away from home in any competition since the 3-1 victory vs Paris Saint-Germain back in March, with the team’s attacking options now limited after the sale of Alexis Sanchez and Romelu Lukaku. David James, who has been in fine goalscoring form has now said he would be happy to be Ole’s…
Deputy President of the Senate, Ovie Omo-Agege has asked Nigerians to unite with President Muhammadu Buhari’s government to end the security challenge in the country. Ovie, who particularly reached out to politicians to stop politicising security matters, said it is now compulsory for all hands to be on deck to resolve things. In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Owede Agbajileke, Omo-Agege aired his voice in Abuja at a national discourse on ‘Peace, Security, Unity and National Reconciliation’. The statement read, “Rather than brood and curse over these vices, let us join hands to proffer solutions. These…
Popular TV personality and actress Vimbai Mutinhiri is engaged to her Nigerian boyfriend, Dru Ekpenyong. She recently announced the good news via Instagram, flaunting pictures of her engagement ring and a glimpse into how he proposed. See what she shared, Congrats to her. Vimbai Mutinhiri (born 18 February 1987) is a Zimbabwean actress, model and television personality. She was born in Harare, Zimbabwe but raised in Belgrade, Serbia and in Johannesburg, South Africa. Prior to participating in Big Brother Africa Amplified in 2011, she studied in South Africa graduating from the University of Cape Town with an honours degree in…
Ex Arsenal captain, Laurent Koscielny has stated his reasons for exiting the club as a reply to Ian Wright, who blasted his decision to quit the Gunners. Koscielny ended his 9 years at the Emirates Stadium this summer and headed to Bordeaux, despite Unai Emery being ready to keep him for the 2019-20 season. Kos has now said he decided to leave because of concerns that he would not be able to cope with rigours of Afc’s packed fixture schedule. He added that he had to put his family and their needs into consideration. His words, “A Premier League season…
Edo State Governor, Mr Godwin Obaseki has said he deserves a second term in office because he has fulfilled most of his vows to Edo people. He said he also deserves another opportunity because he has to improve his developmental strides in the state. He said this when he received members of the Benin Unity League at the Government House in Benin City. His words, “No individual can determine who will become governor. Only God and the people can make the decision. “I have said it clearly and I told my cabinet members that second term for me is non-negotiable.…
Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham and her man, Kolawole Ajeyemi are presently in Abeokuta, Ogun State, where they attended Sunday service with their son, Ire. Flaunting pictures of the family, Kolawole Ajeyemi wrote, “It’s first Sunday in church with our Son IRE AJEYEMI. We dedicate you to the almighty God the author and finisher of our faith. As you have started your life race with God today, thou shall not depart from it for ever and ever. Amen” See another photo, Cute. Toyin Abraham (born Olutoyin Aimakhu; September 5, 1984) is a Nigerian film actress, filmmaker, director and producer. She was…
Southampton player, Sofiane Boufal has said he never thought about quitting his club during the summer transfer window despite interest from several La Liga and Ligue 1 clubs. Boufal returned to the south coast in July after his season-long loan at Celta Vigo and AFCON outing ended. Before leaving Southampton for his loan move, Boufal had a rift with ex-manager Mark Hughes in the second half of the 2017-18 campaign. He was forced to play for the club’s youth team when this happened. However, he revived his career in La Liga where he netted 3 goals and three assists in…
Governor Samuel Ortom has come out to say that he has zero plans to annoint anyone to succeed him. Speaking as he addressed PDP stakeholders yesterday in Makurdi, Ortom told them that he is leaving it to the party to name a worthy candidate for the governorship election in 2023. His words, “If someone tells you that I have anointed him as my successor, tell him that he is lying. I will work with any candidate that the party fields in 2023. “Nobody should deceive you that he is my anointed candidate for the 2023 general elections.” “Zoning is the…
Perri Shakes-Drayton, wife of BBNaija housemate, Mike recently put up a photo of her dress to the finale and we must say it is absolutely ravishing. She rocked a plain white cleavage-baring outfit to meet her husband and re-unite with him after 3 months. See what she shared, Stunning. Big Brother Naija, formerly known as Big Brother Nigeria, is a Nigerian reality competition television series, based on the Big Brother television franchise, in which 12 to 21 contestants live in an isolated house and compete for a large cash prize worth $171,428.57 equivalent to 60,000,000 Nigerian Naira, and other material…
Manchester City midfielder, Ilkay Gundogan has come out to say that he was close to joining Bayern Munich. Gundogan exited BvB, with whom he reached the 2013 UCL final, to join the Etihad club 3 years ago. He has now come out to say that he was discussing with the German giants when Pep was their manager before they both found themselves in City. His words, “Let’s put it this way – my sources would confirm that, today I say that frankly there were at times talks with Bayern Munich,” Gundogan told SZ. “But we did not come together for…
Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State, on Friday, has vowed to give proper support to South African returnees of Ondo origin so that they can start new lives. Gov Rotimi, who received the returnees in his office, also gave them N100,000 cash each for resettlement activities in their several communities. Represented by his deputy, Agboola Ajayi, Akeredolu blasted the xenophobic attacks on Nigerians living in South Africa by the indegenes. His words, “We also have various windows of opportunities, including youths and women empowerment as well as agricultural and entrepreneurship programmes, among several others. “Therefore, avail yourselves with any of…
Popular rapper, MI Abaga, whose diss track at Vector, “The Viper” rocked social media yesterday has dropped a shade for VEC while performing at the BBNaija finale. The talented lyricist flaunted a black t-shirt with a “no snake” inscription and also had a snake motion graphics during his performance. He ended his performance with lyrics from his diss track against Vector as he performed his “Bad Belle” track. We await Vector’s comeback. Jude Abaga (born 4 October 1981), better known as M.I Abaga, is a Nigerian hip hop recording artist and record producer. He has been the CEO of Chocolate…