Atiku Abubakar has vowed to take care of servicemen if he is elected president in 2019. According to Daily Post, he said, “Since the First World War, Nigeria has lost many souls in defense of the country and various peacekeeping efforts. “We are gathered here in Akure to join others in remembrance of these fallen heroes and pray for the sustenance of their respective families. “As we remember those who have laid their lives in defense of their fatherland, I commit myself to make sure our servicemen are given the best in terms of condition of service when in office…
Author: David Folami
Peter Obi was recently a subject of mockery from the APC fan base for the number of times he mentioned China on the podium. The memes and GIFS soon came through and Obi was even handed a Chinese name to cap it all up. Known by all Nigerians, There is no Peter Obi interview—whether in the newspapers or on TV—where he doesn’t mention China as an living example Nigeria must follow if leadership really want to fight for reviving the nation’s weak economy. Recently, During a leadership summit with young Nigerians in Yaba, Lagos on Friday, January 11, 2019, Obi…
Samuel Ortom has advised the Muhammadu Buhari-led All Progressives Congress (APC) to concentrate on the protection of lives and properties of Nigerians till the end of its tenure on Wednesday, May 29, 2019. Governor Ortom said this while reaching to the attack on the family house of the Senate President, Bukola Saraki, in Kwara State. In a statement by his spokesman, Terver Akase, the Governor called the attack on the family house of the Senate President, Bukola Saraki, in Kwara State, shameful, terrible and tension-triggerin Kwara State and the country at large. “He says the use of thugs backed by…
Ike Ekweremadu has talked about his utmost commitment to the victory of the Peoples Democratic Party and its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, in the forthcoming general elections. The senator, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Uche Anichukwu, blatantly denied reports the PDP was not united ahead of the presidential election. He said, “I have held separate meetings with Peter Obi and the Chairman, South-East Governors’ Forum, Dave Umahi, with a view to working out strategies for the success of our party and our candidates in the elections. “We will also organise a meeting of the South-East PDP…
The Social Democratic Party in Oyo State has rubbished the TraderMoni scheme of the ruling All Progressives Congress, calling it as a deceit to trick voters into another four years of suffering. The SDP governorship candidate in the state, Chief Bolaji Ayorinde (SAN), at the commencement of his campaign in Igangan, said N10, 000 was chicken change to alleviate the suffering of average traders in the country. Ayorinde noted that the SDP would set up effective structures that would end our traders’ problems. He also promised to rebuild the education sector by increasing its budget to 20 per cent. “We…
The European Centre for Electoral Support on Monday urged the Independent National Electoral Commission to abide by the laws establishing the commission. It also begged the commission to not accept unnecessary interference from the government in power or any other forces in order to deliver free, fair and credible elections. The organisation’s Country Project Coordinator, Rudolf Elbling, dished out this advice during a training session in Keffi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. Elbling, who was represented by Dr Isiaku Yahaya, said that the entire world was watching as the nation got ready for the general elections. He said the…
Mrs. Bisi Fayemi, the wife of the Ekiti governor, has said the victory of her husband, Kayode, in the July 14, 2018 governorship poll was down to divine intervention. Mrs Fayemi, who said this on Monday in Ado-Ekiti while speaking with newsmen, urged Nigerians to always wait on God during tough times for divine intervention. She said her decision to let God take the wheel with absolute trust in His powers ensured her family scaled through the trying times. She said, “Many people who have been following the political terrain in Ekiti State could attest to the challenges we went…
Bola Tinubu has said APC might not have garnered massive success without its former Interim Chairman, Chief Bisi Akande. In a tribute to congratulate Akande as he turns 80, Tinubu, also the co-chair of the party’s Presidential Campaign Council, said Akande was a founding father of the APC and its electoral victory in 2015. Tinubu, in a statement issued by his Media Officer, Tunde Rahman, said that Akande was one of the few surviving true friends of the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo and Chief Bola Ige. According to him, like Awolowo and Ige, Akande gave his entire public life to…
The Pussycat Dolls are the newest musicians who are taking their collaboration with troubled singer R. Kelly, off all digital platforms. Sources claim Interscope, the popular all-female group’s label is presently working on a plan to get the song “Out Of This Club” featuring R. Kelly removed from all streaming services. The song produced by R.Kelly himself was released in 2008 to mixed reviews with a some mean fans referring to the track as a “standard sex you up fare (you wouldn’t expect anything less from Kelly, would you?)” Other artistes who have taken identical steps to #MuteRKelly after Lifetime…
Everyone is asking where YCEE is, you finally have an answer. The ‘Omo Alhaji.’ crooner has dropped details on his whereabouts in a recent tweet. As seen on Twitter, a fan asked him about his exit from his erstwhile record label, Tinny Entertainment. YCEE instantly replied confirming that he has parted ways with his former record label. However, he has not announced anything as regard a new label. YCEE’s last single was released in 2018 titled ‘My Side’.
Falz has reminded all who care to listen of his hatred for transactional sex otherwise known as prostitution. He clarified after some fans extracted a line from his new track titled Talk which blasts ladies who sell their body. The popular line is: ”Instead make you work, you dey find Alhaji, You come turn your body to cash and carry.” Reacting to the harsh reply his take on prostitution got, Falz said such won’t prevent him from dropping more of such lines in his music. “Oh wow, feminist in the building. Shamelessly, I’ll continue to say it, I detest transactional…
Kim Kardashian has finally confirmed that she is expecting her fourth child with Kanye West and it’s a male child! The controversial star made revealed this during an appearance on ‘WatchWhatHappensLive’ along with her sisters, Khloe and Kourtney. She said that they are expecting their fourth child “sometime soon!” She also added that they know that it is a baby boy! From the reactions we have seen, the child being a boy is a surprise to many, including her sisters. Big congrats to them in advance!
Chicago West clocked 1 today and Kim Kardashian celebrated her on Instagram. The popular Realitv TV star shared a very beautiful photo of her daughter to mark her birthday and wrote: Happy Birthday to my pretty girl Chi!!!! The sweetest baby in the whole world! Mommy and Daddy love you so much! Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are expecting their fourth child together.
For the third year running in his amazing media career, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu is going to host reality show Big Brother Naija. At the announcement event in Lagos today, organizers revealed that the three-month reality show will begin after the February general elections. Unlike the two past editions which held in Johannesburg, South Africa; BBNaija 2019 will hold in Lagos, Nigeria. The choice of location is a clear reminder of Ebuka’s remarkable rise, having been a contestant on the first ever Nigerian edition that held in 2006. Although he finished seventh that year, Ebuka became the breakout star of the show…
Less than a day since Koko Zara revealed that Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya is okay and has returned to Oshodi, MC Oluomo has been seen with Fuji musician, Taye Currency. In a now live video that has gone viral, the oga of the National Union of Road Transport Worker, NURTW refuted rumours of his death as he was shown celebrating with Yoruba Fuji musician, Taye Currency. Currency, who spoke in Yoruba, was captured saying: ‘Contrary to speculations, MC Oluomo was alive and well.” The rumours can rest now.
Alicia Keys is set to host the 2019 Grammy Awards that is set to happen on Feb. 10 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. The “No One.” singer shared the news today via a video on her YouTube channel. “I’m soooo EXCITED to announce that I’ll be hosting the 61st Annual Grammy Awards ?!! There’s so much in store and I CAN’T WAIT for y’all to see it ALL come to life ? Tune in on February 10th at 5PM PST / 8PM EST. Only on CBS!” “I know what it feels like to be on that stage and…
The 2019 edition of Big Brother Naija is here and even better as the event organizers have announced that Africa’s biggest reality TV show will hold in Nigeria. Fans who have been waiting for the comeback of the show can now relax because the auditions will also take place at eight different locations in Nigeria on the 1st and 2nd of February. These locations include Lagos, Abuja, PortHacourt, Calabar, Warri, Ibadan, and Benin and Enugu. According to the General Manager, Sales and Marketing of Multichoice Nigeria, Martin Mabutho, the show will last the regular 90 days and the building of…
Cassper Nyovest has participated in the #10yearschallenge and what he is celebrating is quite unique and far from the social media trend. Cassper Nyovest instead revealed the massive progress he’s made as a performer. He shared a throwback picture of when he was begging to perform on stage compared to now that he sold out a full stadium. Cassper Nyovest wrote: ’10 years ago I was begging Jr to perform at his album launch. Couldn’t get into the club B4 he got there cause the bouncers&the door lady didn’t know or care who I was. 10 years later I sold…
Arsenal are set to end the deadlock over Denis Suarez by meeting Barcelona’s asking price. The two clubs have been in discussions since the start of the month but negotiations hit a road block over the nature of the deal. Arsenal have been looking at loan deals due to budgetary restrictions while Barcelona want to cash in because Suarez is out of contract at the end of next season. But, according to reports, the Gunners have relented and decided to secure a permanent transfer. The Premier League giants will reportedly stump up the €16m (£14.2m) that Barcelona are demanding. Suarez…
Jordan Henderson backed Mohamed Salah and said the forward would only get better if criticism of him continued. Salah has been accused of diving in recent weeks, including for a penalty that he converted in his team’s 1-0 win over Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday. The Egypt international is enjoying another fine season, scoring 14 goals and providing seven assists in 22 Premier League games. Henderson defended the 26-year-old and the Liverpool captain feels Salah will only lift if the criticism continues. “He will do things that some fans might not see that often but they should enjoy him…