Muhammadu Buhari made a last ditch attempt to save Lagos Governor Akinwunmi Ambode from a looming embarrassment at the Lagos APC primary, by calling for an emergency meeting with godfather Bola Tinubu and former national Chairman of the APC Adebisi Akande. The president had to call for the meeting after Ambode’s press conference on Sunday. As leader of the party, he is worried about a possible implosion of the APC in Lagos and he was quite disturbed by some of Ambode’s allegations during his press conference”, the source offered. Tiinubu has accused Ambode of deviating from the Lagos masterplan. Tinubu…
Author: David Folami
Some supporters of Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday staged a protest at the Lagos secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over what they called the party’s plan to manipulate the governorship primary to favour Mr Jide Sanwo-olu. Olasheu, Deputy APC Local Government Chairman in Somolu, said that the party was taking a number of other steps to ensure that Ambode did not win the election. He said they were sure that Lagos residents wanted the governor because of his administration’s strides, and that he would win in a free and fair contest. “We are here today, first to show…
Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State on Monday urged the panel appointed by the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to conduct the Governorship Primaries in the state to ensure a level playing field for all aspirants in the contest. Ambode spoke when he received members of the panel led by its Chairman, Mr Clement Ebri, at the Lagos House in Alausa, Ikeja. Ambode said it is important that the election when conducted, is seen to be free, fair and credible to all aspirants concerned. Expressing confidence in the selection of members of the panel, Ambode…
Oby Ezekwesili, and founder of the Latter Rain Assembly, Pastor Tunde Bakare, are set to join the race to contest in the 2019 presidential election against incumbent, President Muhammadu Buhari. This was disclosed by Pastor Bakare while he was speaking at an annual freedom rally tagged “This Is My Nigeria” that took place at the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos on Monday, October 1, 2018. He said, “By the way, my sister Oby is stepping into politics now, she is going to contest for the office of the president, and I am waiting for October 7 to throw in my…
The Convener of the Red Card Movement and one-time Education Minister, Mrs Obiageli Ezekwesili, has called on Nigerians to come out in their numbers to vote and protect their votes, come 2019. Ezekwesili made the call at a one-day conference organised by ‘The Church Must Vote’ an NGO, on Monday in Abuja. She said that it is time for Nigerians to determine the quality of leadership they get through massive voting. Ezekwesili said that nobody should be comfortable to sit at home during the upcoming 2019 general elections, because it was time to get rid of the old order of…
“If somebody decides to, they really want to get out in the street, I’ll meet them in the street” Joe Budden has denied that he’ll be coming out of retirement to rap on a song in response to Eminem’s diss track n new album ‘Kamikaze‘. The rap veteran and podcast host was among the many figures that Marshall Mathers took aim at on the record via a number of ‘diss tracks‘. Budden came under fire on ‘The Ringer’ and ‘Fall’ after previously slammed his track ‘Untouchable’ as “trash” and “once of the worst songs he’s ever heard”. While not responding…
Cardi B is ready to go at Nicki Minaj yet again … this time through a brand new track which she’s got in the works with her foe’s ex. Sources sayd Cardi recently stepped into the studio with none other than Meek Mill to lay down some material that’ll be used in a forthcoming song. We’re told they cranked out hooks and verses — all of which is fair game for a final product that’s yet to be released. Unclear on who the featured artist would be, but we do know that Meek’s got an album in the works right…
Wizkid is out with his second official single this year titled ‘Master Groove.’ Back to back singles from the Starboy following the earlier release of ‘Fever’ sees the release of this dance anthem called ‘Master Grove.’ The song has an infectious vibe laced with a feel of Afrobeats as Wizkid calls out his girl to the dancefloor. ‘Master Groove’ was produced by Phantom, and mixed and mastered by Stg thaprodigy.
Timaya , has described fellow musician, 2baba as a legend – He explained in a recent interview that 2baba is the only Nigerian artiste who has the right to be called a legend, Timaya further revealed that he has no interest in being Nigeria’s number one musician because he just wants to make music It is not new to see artistes all over the world struggling to stay relevant and even attacking anyone who they feel is a threat to them, such as it is in the case of international rappers, Nicki Minaj and Cardi B. The Nigerian entertainment industry…
New York rapper 50 Cent isn’t here for the Kanye West trolling. The hip-hop star has suggested Ye might low-key and high-key have mental problems. Fif went to Instagram Monday (October 1) to urge Snoop Dogg to fall back on ripping Kanye for donning a Make America Great Again hat. Yesterday, Hollywood star Chris Evans – most known for playing Marvel Studios’ Captain America – scolded Kanye for slamming the United States’ 13th Amendment which abolished slavery. Writer Yashar Ali publicly tried to make sense out of Kanye’s issues with the 13th Amendment. Earlier in the day, Kanye talked about…
LAX has a new SUV, it is definitely one of those cars you buy and just go wild with celebrations. LAX couldn’t hide his joy over his car as he took to his Instagram page on Monday, October 1, 2018. According to him, if you are into music, just don’t box yourself in that circle, rather spread your tentacles and find other sources of income. “#NewWhipAlert #20millionnairapere when doing music; don’t limit yourself to just money from music. Build new doors, break open some; above all keep doing you. Make money, drink water and mind your business. Happy independence,” he…
Cossy Orjiakor has referred to Nigeria as ‘a naked woman stuck with her problem from last year.’ An almost naked Cossy, in an Instagram post to celebrate Nigeria’s 58th Independence, also hinted that her vote is readily for sale ahead of the 2019 general elections. The controversial actress wrote, “Happy Independence day…. Nigeria…. we are still stuck with last year problems… So am repeating last year picture for you…. This is Nigeria a jolly naked woman.. Who just don’t listen . . continue.. My vote is still for sale ooo……Happy new month sweets. Totographer.. Halle..” She craved a one night…
Cardi B was given a summons on Monday for misdemeanor reckless endangerment and assault in connection with a melee at a New York strip club. The platinum rapper was charged after agreeing to meet with investigators at a police station in the city’s Queens borough. Afterward, she left with a smile, but declined to comment. “We are aware of no evidence that she caused anybody any harm from that night,” her lawyer, Jeff Kern, told reporters. “We expect the matter to be resolved expeditiously.” Police say Cardi B and her entourage were at a club around 3am Saturday when she…
Duncan Mighty has gotten for himself a brand new Mercedes Benz. Trust us guys, it is not your everyday kind of car. The music star and rave of the moment took to his Instagram page on Tuesday, October 2, 2018, where he posted a photo of the new car. Just like every flamboyant celebrity, Duncan Mighty has gotten a customised number plate for the new car “PH 1st SON.” He went on to caption the photo with a quote “Wetin we gain?” Hmmm…we all know that’s the name of the song of one of the newest kids in the block,…
Yul Edochie was of the opinion that there was nothing to be happy about yesterday, that Nigeria is a mess. The actor turned politician made his frustrations known via his Twitter page on October 1, 2018, which we all know, is Independence Day. “Can’t wish anybody a Happy Independence day, there’s nothing to be happy about. Nigeria is in a mess. The masses, the youths are unhappy. Poverty, hunger, joblessness, killings still prevail. Government listen to the cry of the people. Power is nothing if ur people are unhappy,” he tweeted. He went to advise the government and people to…
Last November, Barcelona tweeted a photograph of Lionel Messi hugging Marc-Andre ter Stegen with the caption: “The two biggest reasons we are where we are right now.” The tweet drew outrage because fans felt it diminished the role of the other players in the squad and Barca followed up with another post explaining that “all our players contribute to our success.” However, one year on, it remains undeniable that Messi and Ter Stegen are the keys to Ernesto Valverde’s side prospering this season. In a Barca side that is struggling in defence — they have conceded more than nine other…
Manchester United need a lift and will face a Valencia side in the Champions League on Tuesday that has just one victory in La Liga this season, but the truth is that three, four or even five wins will not change the fact that the Old Trafford club looks rudderless. Would a different manager automatically change things for the better? He would face the same issues as Jose Mourinho: A squad full of egos and players with more power than ever, who need a strong man to keep control. A new boss might benefit from a brief honeymoon and the…
Gernot Rohr’s latest Super Eagles squad ahead of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations double-header against Libya indicates that the German coach is finally confident in the options available to him. The German coach is having to do without captain John Obi Mikel, who’s sidelined by injury, but his almost exclusively stuck with the players who have served under him in recent months. Perhaps this is the Super Eagles reaping the rewards of managerial stability, with Rohr holding the fort with limited off-field distractions over the last 26 months, a rarity in Nigerian football in recent times. 17 of the…
Maurizio Sarri has said that David Luiz has surprised him “as a player and as a man” since he took over as Chelsea head coach in the summer. Luiz has played every minute of Chelsea’s first seven Premier League matches this season and impressed under pressure against Liverpool at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, clearing one goal-bound header from Roberto Firmino off the line in an entertaining 1-1 draw. It is a remarkable return to prominence for the Brazil international, who was frozen out of the first team by Antonio Conte following a training-ground argument last season and did not feature…
Pep Guardiola has said that he is not afraid of Liverpool ahead of Manchester City’s trip to Anfield next Sunday — despite his side losing their last three encounters with Jurgen Klopp’s men. City were beaten twice by Liverpool in the quarterfinals of last season’s Champions League, while they also lost 4-3 at Anfield in the Premier League in January. They are winless at Anfield since May 2003 — a run of 17 games in all competitions — but Guardiola said he expects his team to fight for a result. “I believe too much in that team, in those guys,”…