Buruji Kashamu has emerged the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State. His emergence followed the withdrawal of Adeleke Shittu, who was initially named the party’ s candidate. According to the lawmaker’s media aide, Austin Oniyokor, Shittu notified the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of his withdrawal on Friday, November 16, 2018. He added that PDP stakeholders in the state agreed that the Senator should contest for the governorship election to increase their chances of winning. Oniyiokor said, “The party’s stakeholders, leaders and elders met and decided that it would be better for Senator Buruji Kashamu…
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says the public endorsement that heralded the policy document of its Presidential Candidate, Atiku Abubakar, is a confirmation that the document embodies the collective mindset, yearnings and aspirations of Nigerians. The party in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan, in Abuja on Monday said that the document represented the quest of Nigerians for a new leadership and a better life in the country. Ologbondiyan said Abubakar’s policy document offered solutions and practical direction for delivery in all sectors. “The Atiku Abubakar policy document is a product of very wide, painstaking and productive…
Atiku Abubakar has promised to create 3 million jobs for every year of his tenure if elected president in the 2019 presidential election. The former vice president disclosed this in his policy document made public on Monday, November 19, 2018. Under his Job Creation and Entrepreneurship Development plan, Atiku said his government would “target the creation of up to 3 million self and wage-paying employment opportunities in the private sector annually”. He said he would also “launch a new, more efficient, cost-effective and sustainable national Entrepreneurship Development and Job Creation Programme”, “target all categories of youth, including graduates, early school…
Presidential candidate of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2019 election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, highlighted his rags-to-riches story as he unveiled his plan to fix Nigeria if elected. “I started out as an orphan selling firewood on the streets of Jada in Adamawa, but God, through the Nigerian state, invested in me and here I am today”, Atiku said in a 9-minute broadcast that was streamed live on Facebook. “If Nigeria worked for me, I owe it as my duty to make sure that Nigeria also works for you,” he said. Atiku served as Customs boss for many years…
Timi Frank has mocked the next level campaign of President Buhari. Buhari, on Sunday, November 18, 2018, launched a document containing his administration’s projections for the next four years tagged: The Next Level. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) also lifted the ban on campaigns for the 2019 general elections on Sunday. According to Daily Post, Frank described the document as a fraud and advised Nigerians to disregard it. The former APC spokesman also said that the ruling party has no achievement to show, adding that embracing the next level campaign will be detrimental. He said “Under the Buhari/APC’s administration,…
Hajiya Titi Abubakar, wife of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential Aspirant, Atiku Abubakar, said she married her husband because of his honesty, sincerity and integrity. Mrs Atiku made the remarks when a group, Women for Atiku, paid her a courtesy visit at her Maitama residence in Abuja. “I get confused whenever I read the false allegations of corruption being peddled by mischief makers against my husband in the media. “I ask myself if they are referring to my husband whom I have been married to for 47 years or a different person. “No one knows my husband like I…
Chief Bode George has described the endorsement of Babajide Sanwo-Olu by billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, as shocking. Sanwo-Olu is the Lagos governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nigeria’s governing party. In September, journalist Dele Momodu announced to the world that Otedola was going to run for the office of Governor of Lagos on the platform of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). “Breaking news: Lagos 2019 promises to be interesting. PDP offers Femi Otedola governorship ticket. He’s accepted and personally confirmed to The Boss newspaper”, Momodu shared on Twitter. Otedola neither confirmed nor denied Momodu’s disclosure. On Saturday, November…
The Obiageli ‘Oby’ Ezekwesili For President organisation has released the Allied Congress Party of Nigeria (ACPN) presidential candidate’s official campaign photos. The Hope2019 campaign kicked-off officially on Sunday, November 18, 2018 with a thanksgiving service in Abuja. According to a statement sent to Pulse, Ezekwesili will also travel to her home state, Anambra, to officially get blessings from the royal father and other elders of her community. Speaking on their preparations, Aisha Yesufu, who is Director of Special Projects for the campaign, said “We are excited and we can’t wait. The best MAN for the job in 2019 is definitely…
Ditan Okupe, son of former presidential aide, Dr Doyin Okupe has called on his father to join the All Progressives Congress (APC). Ditan said this in a post which he published on Twitter recently. He said “I have said repeatedly that my decision was not based on revenge. I’m not even sure if my father is officially a pdp member or if he is actually on their campaign, but I will like to give my father @doyinokupe who I love, an open invitation to join the winning team now.” Ditan joined the re-election campaign team of President Buhari in November…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed Governor Aminu Tambuwal as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Sokoto state. This was made know to Vanguard by INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education, Festus Okoye. According to Okoye, the PDP had earlier submitted the name of Manir Muhammad Dan’iya as its governorship candidate, but later substituted it with Tambuwal’s. Dan’iya will now be the running mate of the Sokoto state Governor in the 2019 election, the report states. Speaking further, Okoye “By the provisions of Section 35 of the Electoral Act 2010 (as…
Victoria Kimani has shared the visuals to her latest single, ‘Not For Sale.’ Off her ”Afropolitan” project released earlier in the year, Kenyan singer, Victoria Kimani has now released the video to another of the songs, which she calls her final visual from the tape as she declares that she is ‘Not For Sale’. The GospelOnDebeatz produced record talks about true love and not one based on money. The visual captures plenty dancing as Kimani dazzles in several eye-catchy outfits.
Seyi Shay is out with her new single ‘Gimme Love’ featuring Runtown. Much like the title implies, Seyi Shay implores her love interest to shower her with love and affection. Produced by Sarz, and co-written by Mbass, ‘Gimme Love’ is sensual without being intense. The lyrics carry passion and urgency, and Seyi Shay’s soothing vocals deliver the necessary calmness to balance out the energy. Runtown features on the track, with a verse that provides the reassurance she needs from her love interest.
Davido, Tiwa Savage and Burna Boy have emerged as winners in their respective categories at the 2018 edition of the Nigerian Entertainment Awards (NEA 2018). The award which covers various sections of the entertainment industry, including, music, movies, disc jockeying, record executives, comedy and a category for artistes in the diaspora witnessed its 13th edition over the weekend of Saturday, November 10th at the University of the District of Columbia Theater of Arts, Washington DC, US. Across a total of 22 categories, Davido retained the award for the coveted ‘Afropop Male Artist of the year’ which he won last year,…
Peter Okoye has nice words to describe his wife Lola Omotayo-Okoye as they mark five years of being married. In his remarks shared via his Instagram today, he commends his partner for her role caring for his late mum until her passing. He has promised to protect her and their children for those who attack them. He acknowledges that this is top priority. “I took a vow to defend and protect you and our beautiful children on this day 5 years ago and no matter what happens, you and the kids come first,” the singer writes in the first part…
Simi has sparked up rumours that she might be engaged after getting spotted with a ring that was obvious on her right finger. The singer who just wrapped up her concert in London shares a post on her IG today. She captures herself wearing the ring along with a caption “Omo Charlie” hinting that she is having a good time in the United Kingdom. In response, Simi’s fans have stirred up rumours about an imminent wedding. Perhaps a reflection of their desire for the singer who is only linked with Adekunle Gold for the time-being. The pair share an intimacy…
Can you believe it guys? It’s exactly one year since the now famous wedding between Banky W and Adesua Etomi and the singer says she is the best decision he has made in his adult life. Banky W took to his Instagram page on Monday, November 19, 2018, where he posted an appreciation message to his wife, Adesua Etomi. In his post, he went on to pray for his fans to find the right partner as he did. “By far the best decision I have made in my adult life, was to wait until I found my wife. People will…
Davido isn’t taking his forthcoming birthday lightly as he gotten for himself a Richard Mille wristwatch worth $300,000. The music star took to his Instagram page on Saturday, November 17, 2019, where he posted a photo of his newly acquired expensive wristwatch. According to him, this is just one of the gifts he decided to spoil himself with. “Early Bday Gift @richardmilleofficial … No cap !! Do the maths @bernardcollignon,” he captioned the photo. It didn’t end there, as the singer went on to post a photo of a customised necklace from luxury jewelry designer ‘Ice Box’ which according to…
Was Paul Okoye shading his twin brother’s wife, Lola Okoye with his latest Instagram post? So Sunday, November 18, 2018, was Peter and Paul Okoye’s birthday and the social media buzz was explosive as everyone prayed they reconciled their differences including their wives, but looks like Paul isn’t having any of it as he took to his Instagram stories on Sunday, November 18, 2018, where he posted what seems like a shade towards Lola Okoye. “Beware of people who preach love outside, but inside the plant evil seeds….may God soften their wickedness,” he wrote. It would be recalled that Lola…
Diddy has broken silence since the passing of his ex Kim Porter three days ago. The death of Porter on Thursday, November 15, 2018, has meant a nightmare for the rapper. He plans to pay tribute to her and has started with a social media post describing their union as an “unexplainable relationship”. While the rapper tries to find words to describe his relationship with the deceased, a more recent ex Cassie has shown up to offer support. A day after Kim Porter’s death, the pair are reportedly spotted together in Los Angeles. According to E! News, a source confirms…
Linda Ikeji has been queried for a post revealing an Online Editor John Abayomi as the owner of gossip site Instablog9ja. This article published on Thursday, November 15, 2018, described Abayomi as “the mystery person behind the instagram blog”. According to a report by the Guardian News, she might get sued for the publication which has reportedly caused the Editor some problems at Punch News where he is alleged to be a staff. In a letter reportedly addressed to Linda Ikeji, the alleged owner of Instablog9ja has demanded an apology for portraying him as “an imposter, a fraudster and a…