A source in the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has revealed that former Governor Ayo Fayose may be relocated to Lagos to stand trial. According to the source who spoke to The Nation, Fayose has been served with the charges against him and his trial notice. EFCC’s spokesman, Wilson Uwujaren also said that “Fayose has been served with charges alongside his company, Spotless.” The former Governor has been in EFCC’s custody since he surrendered himself on Tuesday, October 16, 2018. The anti-graft agency also obtained an order from a Federal High Court mandating it to keep Fayose for 14…
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Muhammadu Buhari has called on traditional rulers across the country to continue to build bridges of unity to ensure the development of the country. Buhari made the disclosure at the official launch of a book “the Benin Monarchy an Anthology of Benin history” held in Benin on Saturday in commemoration of the 2nd coronation anniversary of the Oba of Benin Oba Ewuare 11. The president, represented by the Secretary to the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Mr Boss Mustapha commended the good relationship that exist between the Sultanate and the Benin Kingdom saying it should cut across the country. He said…
Lawmakers on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) may impeach Senate President Bukola Saraki in a few days, Senator Godswill Akpabio has revealed. The APC Senators had agreed to drop the earlier planned impeachment move against Saraki at an executive session on Wednesday. But after a brawl after Saraki failed to recognise Akpabio at plenary on Wednesday, October 17, 2018, the Akwa-Ibom state senator revealed that a “new leadership” would be formed soon. Akpabio, a former minority leader, advised Saraki to borrow a leaf from him and resign his position as Senate President following his defection from the…
Chief Osita Chidoka has said there was no opposition to the nomination of chief Peter Obi as the Vice-Presidential candidate to Alhaji Atiku Abubarkar. Chidoka, who is the Special Adviser on Strategy and External Engagement to Prince Uche Secondus, National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), made the assertion on Wednesday in Awka. He blamed the initial disquiet by some stakeholders on the channel (social media) through which they might have received the announcement. The PDP chieftain said the meeting of party stakeholders in Enugu was not to oppose the nomination of Obi but to discuss why the presidential…
Mr Akinwunmi Ambode has urged people to change their lifestyle in favour of nature conservation towards sustainable environment in the state. Ambode gave the advice during the 2018 Annual Walk for Nature on Saturday to advocate sustainable living and conservation of natural resources. Represented by the Commissioner for Environment, Mr Babatunde Durosinmi-Etti, he said that it was imperative to combat the impacts of pollution on the nation’s ecosystem. The governor said that it was important to combat pollution on biodiversity and human health by shifting to a more conscious approach to consumption and interaction with the environment. “The theme of…
Aisha Buhari has restated her commitment towards uplifting the lives of women, youths and vulnerable children in Nigeria. Mrs Buhari stated this on Saturday shortly after she was decorated with the “Deborah Award’’ in recognition of her selfless service to humanity by the Diocese of Gwagwalada, Anglican Communion. The award ceremony was conducted to commemorate the 2018 Episcopal Harvest with the theme: “Harvest of Ceaseless Blessings’’. Mrs Buhari, who was represented by the wife of former Military Administrator of Katsina State, Mrs Grace Shamah, called on Nigerians to remain steadfast in praying for the peace and progress of the country.…
Whether he’s rocking stadiums across the U.S. with Jay-Z and Beyoncé, in the studio producing the follow-up to his many hit records (“Wild Thoughts” featuring Rihanna and Bryson Tiller, anyone?) or running his record label, We the Best Music Group, Khaled Mohamed Khaled — better known as DJ Khaled — always has something new to share with his fans and followers. And that’s what the Grammy-nominated mega-producer and WW (formerly Weight Watchers) spokesman was doing late last month in L.A. at Shoe Palace on Melrose Avenue, promoting a sneaker collaboration with Nike’s Jordan Brand. For the occasion, Khaled dressed for…
Margot Robbie has given Instagram followers a first look at her dressed as Sharon Tate for Quentin Tarantino‘s upcoming film, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, and the result is uncanny. In the photo, the Aussie actress wears a white skirt, black turtleneck and white boots as she stares into the camera, with her blond locks draping down her sweater. “First look. #OnceUponATimeInHollywood @onceinhollywood,” she captioned the picture. Robbie will play Sharon Tate, an actress and model who had a successful career in the 1960s. Tate was married to director Roman Polanski but was murdered by members of the Manson…
It’s no longer enough for superheroes to kick ass and save the world. Turns out you have to do it with a smile — at least, if you’re a woman superhero, that is. Following Tuesday’s release of the first trailer for “Captain Marvel,” in which Oscar winner Brie Larson plays the titular Carol Danvers in the first-ever female-led Marvel film, the sexist comments swiftly rolled in. Some social media users took issue with Larson not looking appropriately happy whilst firing radiant energy from her fingertips and flying through space. Twitter user @TFMonkeyYouTube went so far as to paste grins on…
Big Sean has remained relatively quiet outside of a few festival appearances on the music front as he works toward his next highly anticipated solo album. VIBE actually caught up with the Detroit MC following his set at One Music Fest in Atlanta earlier this month to get his take on a multitude of topics, including his friendship with Mac Miller and experimenting with his voice in a singing capacity. Like much of the hip-hop community, Sean was shaken after learning about the tragic loss of Mac, even though the pair only linked up for a lone track “Hundred Dollar…
After gaining 28kg over the course of her second pregnancy, singer Ciara has revealed the intense workout plan that helped her get back her pre-baby body. The 32-year-old told Cosmopolitan magazine she exercised three times a day, in between breastfeeding her baby daughter. “It was kind of like, wake up in the morning, breastfeed, eat a small meal, go train, come back in, breastfeed, eat another meal, go train, then come back, have another meal, and then a third training session at night,” Ciara said. “It was a good challenge — one I set for myself, not for anyone else.…
The day after losing their season opener in Portland, the Los Angeles Lakers gathered in their film room and listened to a Pulitzer Prize winner talk to the team about sacrifice, preparation and releasing negativity. Kendrick Lamar, the first rapper to win the Pulitzer for music, visited with the Lakers at their team facility on Friday as part of their “Genius Series.” General manager Rob Pelinka started it last year when the team invited some of the most successful people in different industries to talk to the team throughout the season. Lamar was slated to talk to the team last…
While some fans may be disappointed not to experience a Rihanna Super Bowl performance, many celebrities have supported the singer’s decision to turn down the opportunity. “Yes they asked her and yes, she declined,” a source with knowledge of the situation told PEOPLE, adding that the decision was likely made in support of former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, known for kickstarting the #TakeAKnee movement. After the news first broke on Thursday, Amy Schumer quickly stepped in to applaud the Fenty Beauty mogul, 30, and suggest that it would be “cool” if Maroon 5, who are expected to perform…
The producer has got himself a truly generous partner. Alicia Keys planned something big for her partner’s birthday. The singer gifted an unsuspecting Swizz Beatz with the type of gift most men would get hype for. The producer was surprised with a luxurious new ride in celebration of his hitting the big 4-0. The singer presented the gift in a ceremonious way, blind-folding her husband before leading him to his present, which was not a special meal at a “ninja restaurant” as he was made to believe. Keys made sure nobody blew the surprise. She even gave TMZ’s film crew…
Kanye West is practicing what he preaches. West has been in the hot seat for implying that someone like Donald Trump deserves to be hit with love, not hate. His love for Trump has made him an enemy of those that claim to guard the gates of Black culture. While West’s MAGA hat tactics, and his questionable comments about slavery, are far from coherent, at least he’s sticking to his newfound love-fueled persona. Snoop Dogg has been coming for Kanye West ever since the latter first donned the MAGA hat. Snoop has kept audiences laughing with his barbs at West,…
Despite Kanye West and President Trump’s increasingly chummy (and just plain baffling) relationship, West’s wife, Kim Kardashian, has spoken out numerous times about how she doesn’t agree with his political ideology. She previously said, for instance, how she “cried” and “fought” over West’s comments about slavery, and also asserted that West isn’t well-informed about the intricacies surrounding Trump’s administration. However, in a new interview with Richardson magazine, Kardashian admitted the men’s relationship has afforded her opportunities that wouldn’t be otherwise possible, so she’s just going to keep her head down and try to do good. “I am aware that Kanye…
Bayern Munich coach Niko Kovac said his side had taken “a first step” after beating Wolfsburg 3-1 for their first victory in four Bundesliga games. The champions, down to 10 men after Arjen Robben’s second booking early in the second half, won thanks to a Robert Lewandowski brace and a late James Rodriguez goal to go second, four points behind leaders Borussia Dortmund. “There was a lot of pressure on this match,” Kovac said at his postmatch news conference. “I can only compliment my team. That was a first step. You could see that Bayern not only have footballing qualities…
Tottenham Hotspur secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over lowly London rivals West Ham United thanks to a deft first-half finish from Erik Lamela in their Premier League derby on Saturday. Spurs took the lead just before the break with a glancing header from Argentine Lamela into the far corner of the net after a dribble and cross by Moussa Sissoko from the right. Tottenham had another chance before the break at a packed London Stadium but central defender Davinson Sanchez’s low shot was well blocked by West Ham goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski. The home side almost equalised three minutes into the…
Pep Guardiola said he had no concerns about starting Riyad Mahrez in Manchester City’s 5-0 victory over Burnley despite his penalty miss in the goalless draw at Liverpool. Mahrez retained his place in the starting XI and scored a delightful 20-yard goal as City maintained their lead at the top of the Premier League. “He played so good at Anfield, that’s why I decided to play him again,” Guardiola told a news conference. “It was not easy playing there with a lot of personality, football can happen but only takers can miss penalties. “He scored an incredible goal [against Burnley],…
Champions Manchester City took over sole control at the top of the Premier League with an easy 5-0 win over Burnley, a seventh win from their opening nine games. Unbeaten City took the lead in the 17th minute when Sergio Aguero slotted home from close range after clever play from Leroy Sane and David Silva for his seventh goal in seven games against Burnley. City should have doubled their lead just before the break but Burnley keeper Joe Hart, facing his former club for the first time, produced a superb one-handed save to keep out a David Silva header and…