A former Governor of Kaduna State, Ahmed Makarfi, has said the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the state, Alhaji Isa Ashiru, is not happy with the fact that the state had been set backward under the All Progressives Congress government led by Nasir el-Rufai. Himself and the party leaders vowed to return the state back to its peaceful, united and developmentmantal state when the PDP is voted back to power in 2019. His words, “I feel sorry for Kaduna State now that hunger, kidnapping, killings, job losses and absence of any development are the trademarks of the…
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The Supreme Head of Cherubim and Seraphim Unification of Nigeria, Dr Solomon Alao has said President Muhammadu Buhari has assured him that there will be no interference in the conduct of Feb elections from him. His words, “The fact that we visited the President recently does not mean we are against or for him ahead of the forthcoming elections. It was just a coincidence that the appointment was fixed close to the election. “He is our President and we went there to pray for him. We didn’t collect anything from Buhari during the visit; we left there with nothing. “He…
Muhammadu Buhari has begged the people of Imo State to vote for candidates they believe in. This was against statements from the party’s National Chairman, Adams Oshiomhole, who requested that the APC members must vote for the party’s governorship candidate, Hope Uzodinma. His words, “You can vote for whosoever you want. Do not allow intra or inter-party affairs stop you from voting for the candidates of your choice.” “We have tried our best to justify our promise to improve our economy with the resources available to us despite the fluctuations in the price of crude oil within the time we…
The National Security Adviser, Maj. Gen. Babagana Monguno (retd.), has said that security forces have heard that politicians had plans to employ terrorists and bandits to cause violence during the forthcoming general elections. He stated that the government is still standing on its zero-tolerance for political thuggery and illegal bearing of firearms policy. His words, “In view of the usual stereotype that elections in Nigeria are always followed by violent clashes and sometimes loss of lives and property, the security agencies have been working round the clock to ensure the next general elections are free from any form of the…
The All Progressives Congress member representing Zamfara Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Kabir Marafa, has said he will not be bothered if APC fails to bring forth a governor in the forthcoming elections in his state. He also stated that President Muhammadu Buhari was not concerned as well about the APC not having a governorship candidate in Zamfara. His words, “There is limit to loyalty. My loyalty first and foremost is to the Federal Republic of Nigeria because we must have Nigeria before we can have the Senate.” “So, even if it means APC loses in Zamfara…
A former governor of Oyo State, Rashidi Ladoja, has blasted Governor Abiola Ajimobi by saying he has been disobedient to court orders and does not care about human feelings. Ladoja’s statement was a reaction to an accusation made against Ajimobi by traders at the Temidire Onipako Market in the Egbeda Local Government Area of the state. The traders had alleged that Ajimobi did not implement a court ruling that favored them because government had appealed the case. His words, “Imagine a party that promised workers heaven and earth only to keep on accumulating backlog of salaries running to between six…
Godswill Akpabio has said President Muhammadu Buhari will win the presidential election, no matter how strong his opponents are. His words, “We are at various wards and local governments, moving on daily basis, working for the re-election of President Buhari, Vice President Osinbajo and the APC. “Since campaign has started, God has guaranteed victory for the APC and President Buhari in 2019 general elections. “We are already winning because we are the champions. This is because we have seen a man who wants to bring change. We have seen a man who has brought back respect for the country and…
Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State has said the state will ward off any attempt to rig the 2019 general elections. His words, “Only those who genuinely win will be declared winners. We will not accept rigging by whatever guise. “We are not interested in rigging and we will do everything possible to stop those who will want to rig in the state. “Anyone who thinks he can rig and get away with it will have himself to blame.” Directly at INEC he said, “As you know, the tenure of the present local government administration in the state will soon…
The Deputy Governor of Ekiti State, Bisi Egbeyemi, has said that the recent victory at the Election Petitions Tribunal will ensure Governor Kayode Fayemi does more for people of the state. Egbeyemi said the judgement had further confirmed that Fayemi and the All Progressives Congress actually won the July 14, 2018 Governorship Election. According to him, the court victory is a sign that the APC is the winning platform, which will make other parties to run into the party. “We thank God that gave us this victory and we thank Ekiti people that voted for us, and all our supporters…
The Peoples Democratic Party has come out to say that Monday judgment of the Election Petitions Tribunal which confirmed the victory of Governor Kayode Fayemi at the July 14, 2018 Ekiti governorship election will not hold after they visit the Court of Appeal. The party said this in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan, on Monday in Abuja, in reaction to the Tribunal’s judgment. His words, “The PDP holds that the Court of Appeal will consider the matter strictly on merit, particularly with the abounding evidence of rigging, including violence, vote-buying, ballot stuffing and alteration of…
Atiku Abubakar has said President Muhammadu Buhari and the people running his government are now scared after the statements of condemnation issued by the United States, the United Kingdom and the European Union over the suspension of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Walter Onnoghen. His words, “Buhari’s cabal is unhappy with the statements from the US, the British and the EU because they know that these world powers have agreed to re-route their latest and most technologically sophisticated spy satellites, including the NAOL-47 satellite, to provide comprehensive coverage over Nigeria on February 16. “The photographs these satellites will deliver…
Atiku Abubakar has accused ‘General’ Muhammadu Buhari of ruling like a military dictator with the way he handled the suspension of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen. He said the act is a continuation of a “pattern of executive lawlessness” that’s exactly how a military dictator behaves. “The serial disregard of court orders, and consequent violation of constitutionally guaranteed human rights of our citizens confirms beyond all doubt that General Buhari and his government would rather obey their own whims and operate by separate rules outside the well-established constitutional order and the rule of law. “It scarcely requires emphasis…
Bukola Saraki has talked about how the position of the head of the National Assembly belongs to his native Kwara State if the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) emerge victorious in the presidential election. He suggested that he’ll come back as Senate President if the PDP is victorious in the February 16 presidential election. “Since we joined the PDP, the party has honored Kwara State. They gave us DG of Campaign, National Leader of the party, and have agreed that if the party wins, Senate President is our slot in Kwara,” he said. While speaking about his issues with the Federal…
Members of the Lagos state House of Assembly have asked for the impeachment of Governor Akinwunmi Ambode. According to reports, 28 out of the 34 members of the House of Assembly called for Ambode’s impeachment, while 6 others demanded for his resignation. House Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa asked for patience, saying the Governor deserved a fair hearing. Obasa also gave Ambode seven days to appear before the House. The Speaker said “The attorney general, finance commissioner and commissioner for budget and economic planning that ought to have advised the governor did not do so. “The most important thing is that we…
Lai Mohammed has said allegations of breach of the Code of Conduct for Public Officers levied against the suspended Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Walter Onnoghen, do not tally with what the National Judicial Council (NJC)stands for. His words, “Some have argued that the Justice Onnoghen issue should have been referred to the NJC to handle. “They would have been right if Justice Onnoghen had been accused of professional misconduct, which is what is within the purview of the NJC. “The allegations against Justice Onnoghen go beyond professional misconduct. It is the alleged breach of the Code of Conduct…
Lai Mohammed has said the threat of mass action by some groups over the suspension of the Chief Justice of Nigeria(CJN), Justice Walter Onnoghen, will have no effect on the justice that will prevail. “More Nigerians are with us than are with them on this issue, going by the feelers that we are getting from across the country. “Those who want to protest against the suspension of the CJN should feel free to exercise their rights within the limits of the law,’’ he said. He also blasted the opposition for fuelling the fire. “The opposition, in its reaction, is guilty…
Weeks after the delivery of her son, Beat FM OAP, Toolz is having the time of her life. The pretty mother of one was seen at Davido’s 02 Arena concert in London looking amazing in newly shared pictures. Her words, “Off to see #Davidoat02Arena First time out in monthsssss.” Congratulations to her for safe delivery once more.
Amber Rose is definitely in love with her boo, A.E. With Valentines day closeby, she pointed out ways in which he has made her a better person, apart from the fact that he is her best friend. Her wrd, “He thinks he soooo cute! ?? He really is tho ??? and sweet, smart, talented, charismatic and overall just an amazing man. In the past I’ve used the words “best friend” very loosely while speaking of my ex’s but I can honestly say I feel like this man really is my BEST FRIEND! We talk for hours, he makes me a…
Wunmi Obe has gone on social media to voice her mind out after Cossy Orjiakor’s breasts were flaunted directly in her husband’s face. In what is perceived as a joke, Wunmi revealed that the busty actress Cossy Orjiakor represented her village people as her jaw-dropping boobs caused a major distraction. Her words: ‘My village people came for me last night… And sat right across the table from my husband… O jigbi jigbi jigbi..!???????????????????? #Plixenterdistimelimewityoursenseofhumournio.. ehen.?’ Lol.
Charly Boy has displayed an affectionate side we are not used as he recently penned down an emotional birthday message to wife, Diane. His beau, Diane Oputa, turned 60 today and Charly boy took to his Instagram page to share how they ended up together. His words, “When you woke up besides me one morning some 4decades ago and uttered those words, “marry me or I leave” I didn’t marry you due to lack of options. I married you for one pure and selfish reason: I figured that the little girl in you will make the boy in me a…