Ahead of February general elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has said it would not engage in electronic methods for the transfer of results for polls. INEC National Commissioner in charge of Operations, Prof. Okechukwu Ibeanu disclosed this Tuesday in Abuja. He said; “Since the Bill on Electoral Act which had the electronic transmission of results was not assented, the issue has come up repeatedly in the media. Clause 22 (x) of the 2010 Electoral Act (as amended) has been taking out of context to mean that it will be electronic transmission of results. “No, the extant laws are…
Author: David Folami
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for peaceful, inclusive and credible elections in Nigeria. Guterres made the call in a report to the Security Council on the activities of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS). The UN chief also begged for peace to reign in other countries in the West African sub-region holding elections in 2019, noting that there has been incremental improvement in the conduct of elections in the region. “However, the pre-and post-electoral periods have often been characterised by antagonistic contestations and disputes. “I call upon authorities and national stakeholders to work together…
Yemi Osinbajo is of the opinion that members of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and their Presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar are aware that President Muhammadu Buhari is an honest man. Osinbajo stated this while addressing the `Drive 4 Buhari-Osinbajo’ rally organised by the `I am Ready’ campaign group alongside other support groups on Tuesday in Abuja. Bello had earlier posed a question to crowd on whether they would rather deposit their monies in an Atiku Bank or a Buhari Bank. “I will not speak much, I will only give you certain examples and then you will make your…
TV presenter, Moet Abebe was pissed off after watching ‘Surviving R. Kelly’ and she has now blasted R Kelly on social media. She condemned RnB legend on air then went on her Instagram Stories to ridicule him some more. She also promised to mute R. Kelly by never listening to any of his songs again. “Surviving R. Kelly.” is the talk of the town world wide. In the new docuseries, the women who have accused the R&B singer, R Kelly of sexual assault share their stories with poignant and troubling results.
Shan George is angry at those people who can’t feed their parents but are always dashing things out on social media. The Nollywood actress made this known via her Instagram page on Monday, January 7, 2019. According to her, if not for the assistance from a few friends, the mother(s) of these people she was referring to wouldn’t have been able to enjoy the last Christmas holiday. “Their Mothers in the village almost didn’t see Rice to Celebrate this last Christmas if not for some good friends who helped, but they are on a constant giveaway spree online, and busy…
Peter Okoye a.k.a Mr.P was out of Naija performing in different countries all through the Christmas and new year season and did not really spend that vital family time with his family and friends. However, the proud dad who just came back shared a cute photo with his second child, Aliona. He captioned it ‘Dad is home❤️😍… #AllThatMatters ’ Peter Okoye, who turned 37 last November, is the twin brother of Paul Okoye, together the formed the now defunct singing group – Psquare. He is married to Lola Omotayo-Okoye and their union is blessed with two children, Aliona and Cameron…
Singer Chinko Ekun has blasted the Nigerian music industry with claims that there is a lack of love. In a long post he shared on social media, he cried out about how many people in the industry never give a damn when an artiste is struggling. He said such people usually turn around and start showing love as soon as the artiste blows up. His words, “Sadly, I have learnt that there is no love in this industry. When you are an artiste who is struggling to make a name, people act like you don’t exist; and it’s awful because…
Genevieve Nnaji is grateful to her supporters and fans and for accepting her movie, ‘Lionheart.’ In a tweet today, January 8, 2018, Genevieve wrote, ‘Thank you everyone for accepting #lionheartthemovie into your homes and your hearts. Worldwide. This is how we change the narrative.Together. Let us continue to bridge the gap.’ ‘Lionheart’ has been described a true Nigerian story told in clear pictures by a female director who knows all there is to know about the power of a girl child and a female in the society. Genevieve Nnaji is a Nigerian actress, producer and director. She won the Africa…
Kemi Olunloyo is back in the news. This time, for calling out Nigerian music legend Tuface Idibia for allegedly liking a comment instigating violence against her. Olunloyo blasted Tuface after she was notified about the singer’s move after an alleged Davido’s fan wrote that she needs to be dealt with. She made her disappointment known on her page, “#HNNAmebo Anything you LIKE, Anybody U FOLLOW OR UNFOLLOW tells a lot about u on #socialmedia. As a public figure u must be careful about what you condone. @official2baba (TuFace) U shocked me supporting Davido fans ready to BEAT ME?😱 I supported…
Osita Iheme, popularly known as Paw Paw, who completed a multi-million naira hotel in Owerri, Imo state recently received praise from a legend in the entertainment industry. On Sunday, January 6, talented singer Daddy Showkey took to his Instagram handle to hail the actor on a job well done. Daddy Showkey travelled to Owerri days back and had the honour of lodging in the hotel, his reaction now proves he did have a good time. Daddy Showkey shared a video of him with the caption: “The Resident Hotel Owerri, if you thank God another Man God will do ur own…
It is surely a month of restoration as Former BBNaija reality TV star, Khloe has flaunted her car which she had an accident with in December last year. Report had it that she got the car as a gift from former Super Eagles player, Obafemi Martins. The goodwill by the footballer led many into thinking he has an affair with her. However, his wife refuted the claims by stating that she was aware of the gesture from her husband before he did it. Khloe recently shared picture of the car which has been refurbished after the accident she escaped from.
Controversial journalist, Kemi Olunloyo has come out to state that she wants an apology from singer Davido whom she claims sexually assaulted her. She made this known after a fan asked to know why she’s always blasting the “Damiduro.” crooner on social media. “Mama what do u want…..maybe i can inform @iam_Davido to give u…. Cuz me i don’t understand u again.” Kemi Olunloyo replied saying: “An apology for sexually harassing me on Twitter. I was the one wiping his tears off at Vero’s funeral after she died of a drug overdose on Deji’s 40th birthday #BabaOlowo a tragedy we…
Nigerian music legend, Don Jazzy has reacted to assertions by some Nigerians that Mavin Records is dead. The popular producer gave this reply in response to a question asked by one of his followers on twitter who wanted to know if the record label is no longer existing since its top artistes started exiting. He asked: “Mr Jazzy, is Mavin dead or Buhari’s change has hit your label? This one your top artistes are leaving, leaving behind the learner’s and the upcoming?” Don Jazzy then replied saying they have only fainted a bit and will definitely recover. His tweet read,…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia has warned members of the ruling party in the state, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to refrain from damaging its posters and billboards. APC Publicity Secretary, Mr Benedict Godson, dished out the warning on Monday while reacting to alleged destruction of campaign billboards and posters of some the party’s candidates across the state. He said his party was strong enough to confront the PDP for retaliation, but maintained that turning Abia into a battle field was not the approach that the APC believed in. He urged the police and other security agencies to…
Timi Frank has said that a plan to kill the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and his Campaign Director General, Sen. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, at a campaign ground in one of the northern states is no longer secret. Timi Frank has written to the international community to caution President Muhammadu Buhari and to inform the world that if anything happens to the duo of Atiku and Saraki or any of the PDP leaders at any political rally, the government of APC would be prime suspect. According to Frank, the only way the Buhari and…
The Federal Government has reportedly reached an agreement with the leaders of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) in a meeting between both parties yesterday. Speaking to journalists after the meeting, ASUU National President, Prof Biodun Ogunyemi said union’s National Executive Committee (NEC) will review its decision based on the Federal Government commitment. According to reports, Ogunyemi said the strike could only be cancelled after the NEC meeting. He however gave no date for the meeting. “We have had an extensive session, looking at all the issues. ”In view of this, the government has promised to reach us as…
The Enugu West All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial candidate, Mrs Juliet Ibekaku-Nwagwu, has described as `false’ allegations reports that Sen. Ike Ekweremadu gave her N500 million to do away with her senatorial ambition. “I did not broker or establish any accord at Nwanjoku’s wedding which led to N500 million deal or purported N300 million advance payment to me,” she said in a statement in Enugu on Monday. According to her, the purported deal and advance payment is a case of desperation by her political detractors who are already frustrated after all efforts to sabotage her ambition failed. “The concoction is…
Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has described the alleged statement made by the Minister of Transportation and Director General of the Muhammadu Buhari Campaign Organization, Rt. Hon Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi on the pathetic state of the nation as courageous, and also adviced him to resign his appointment and return to the PDP. Audio tapes of Amaechi allegedly ridiculing President Muhammadu Buhari, circulated online days back. APC still maintain on social media maintain that the audio tapes were doctored and edited. In a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Public Communication, Mr. Phrank Shaibu, Atiku “lamented the shabby treatment of Amaechi for…
The Zakari family of Kazaure in Jigawa State has denied any blood relationship between President Muhammadu Buhari and their daughter, Hajia Amina Zakari, a national commissioner with the Independent National Commission, INEC and begged that she be left out of the political nonsense. The family in a statement issued on Monday said it was also not aware of Buhari pressing buttons to earn her an appointment by the immediate past administration. Reacting in a statement, the family said: “Contrary to the widespread belief, Amina Zakari is not a blood relation of President Muhammadu Buhari. Her mother was from Daura (born…
The Lagos State governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Jimi Agbaje, will battlle it out in a governorship debate on January 14, 2019. Eight other governorship candidates will be involved in the debate organised by the Lagos West Diocese of the Anglican Communion. Rt. Rev. James Odedeji revealed that the debate will take place at the church. He said that candidates will have the platform to sell to Lagosians their plans on social services, taxation, economy, as well as the battle against corruption among others. He said, “It is solely…