Buhari was at the All Progressives Congress (APC) rally which held in Ekiti state on Tuesday, July 10, 2018. The rally was organised to rally support for the APC guber candidate in the July 14, 2018 Ekiti governorship election, Kayode Fayemi. “I am happy to be here in Ekiti State, and among the good people of Ekiti. Ekiti State people are dear to me. My earliest interactions with people of this State dates back several decades ago, and I have always found them to be very intelligent and honourable people. For those of us with a background in the military,…
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Party leaders of the All Progressives’ Congress (APC), including President Muhammadu Buhari, were left in fits of laughter when Minister of Labour, Chris Ngige, hilariously goofed and urged Ekiti State voters to re-elect state governor, Ayodele Fayose, in the state’s July 14 gubernatorial election. Fayose, a member of the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) will not be contesting in the election as he approaches the end of his second term as governor, but that did not stop Ngige from urging voters to bring him back because he’s done well for the state. He said, “Mr President, the leaders of our…
Muhammadu Buhari has urged residents of Ekiti State to reclaim their future by voting for Dr Kayode Fayemi in its July 14 gubernatorial election. He said Fayemi’s political experience, both as the state’s former governor and a federal minister, will translate into development for the state if he’s elected. He said, “I therefore call on Ekiti people, don’t allow yourself to be insulted by stomach infrastructure. Your future and the future of the upcoming generations are in your own hands today. Vote for APC and grow beyond stomach infrastructure. “The time has come to correct historical injustice and restore Ekiti…
Born Omololu Adetokunbo Shomuyiwa, the ex-Big Brother Naija 2018 contestant has grown to be a toast of many during and after his time in the house. His poise, class and attitude made him a man to reckon with and this, undoubtedly, encouraged MisKay Men, Partick Slim and Mia Atafo to style him. In this interview with Tosin Clegg, he talks about his time in Big Brother Naija house, his career before then, future plans and a lot more. That is making a very conscious effort to be successful. Lolu is pretty much that guy you call at 2a.m. and ask…
By now it should come as no surprise that the internet is a savage when it comes to turning photos of celebrities into memes. After poking fun at Jay-Z’s awkward jet-ski photo, and a tropical storm called Hurricane Chris, Twitter has now turned Cardi B’s childhood photo into a tattle-telling meme. The photo, which features a young Cardi B standing with her hand on her hip, has inspired fans to create jokes about bad kids and children with smart mouths. “My momma said y’all have to play with me,” reads one meme. “My momma said your daddy ain’t in college,…
Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has taken to social media to cry out after she spotted an outrageously edited photo of herself online. The beautiful mother and wife of a pilot who was evidently not finding it funny, shared the hilarious photo which she captioned; “’ I mean , Who did this? What’s wrong with you people? “ In a push to boost diversity, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is among the new members invited to join the group behind the Oscars film awards. The reports had been received by many Nigerians with shock and excitement as though the actress has never received the award up…
“Yesterday” a longstanding record from The Beatles felt the sting of a “Scorpion.” Drake’s “Scorpion” album set a record by posting seven simultaneous singles on Billboards Top 10. That toppled The Beatles record of five singles set in 1964. Billboard notes the band remains “the only act to monopolize the Hot 100’s entire top five in a week.” Drake’s rankings are as follows: “Nice for What” at No. 1; “Nonstop” at No. 2; “God’s Plan” at No. 4; “In My Feelings” at No. 6; “I’m Upset” at No. 7; “Emotionless” at No. 8; and “Don’t Matter to Me,” featuring Michael…
Wanna Thompson is a 26-year-old hip-hop fan who has opinions, just like everybody else, on her favourite artists and upcoming acts in the genre. She runs her own blog that focuses on music, culture, and lifestyle and she freelances for publications of the same vibe. One day Wanna hopped on Twitter and sent out a tweet that has effectively changed her life when she tweeted about Nicki Minaj saying the following: “You know how dope it would be if Nicki put out mature content? No silly. Just reflecting on past relationships, being a boss, hardships, etc. She’s touching 40 soon,…
Yemi Alade has stated that she is at the same level as the likes of Wizkid and Davido and anyone who thinks otherwise can go ask the show promoters who have all the numbers. In an Interview on Hot 98.3 Fm, Yemi Alade spoke on a number of topics ranging from happenings in the country, adjusting to stardom and comparisons within the music industry. The Mama Africa first came to prominence when she emerged winner of the Peak Talent Show in 2009, but she really hit the limelights with the release of Johnny in 2013, which elevated her into a…
Rihanna was recently spotted chilling with her boyfriend but it looked like they were having a fight. According to reports the couple while on holiday at Puerto Vallarta, Mexico where spotted having a heated argument. In the photos shared online, Rihanna is seen pointing her fingers at her billionaire boyfriend, Hassan Jameel. Hassan, 29, was pictured explaining something to the Grammy winner and defensively gestured towards his chest as Rihanna pointed her finger in his direction. Obviously, there is trouble in paradise and it is not clear what these guys were arguing about. It would be recalled that in June…
Chinedu Ikedieze has added another feather to his cap as he has been honoured as a distinguished visitor to the city of Miami, Florida. The actor shared photos from the ceremony which took place in Miami, Florida on his Instagram page on Monday, July 9, 2018. He was full of thanks to the Mayor of Miami for bestowing on him the prestigious title. “WHEN THE WORLD BELIEVED IN YOU “Believe in yourself also! Have faith in your abilities! Without a humble but reasonable confidence in your own powers you cannot be successful or happy “- Norman Vincent Peale. From the…
Idris Elba is reportedly in talks to play the main villain in “Hobbs and Shaw,” the “Fast and Furious” spinoff. Also starring Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham from the original series as Luke Hobbs and Deckard Shaw, respectively, the spin-off will be directed by “Deadpool 2” director, David Leitch. The Hollywood Reporter also reports that Vanessa Kirby, popularly known for her role as Princess Margaret in Netflix’s The Crown, is also in final negotiations to join “Hobbs and Shaw.” She will reportedly be playing Shaw’s sister. Idris who was last seen in “Avengers: Infinity War,” will be seen next as…
Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appealed to the people of Ekiti to vote for the party in Saturday’s governorship election. Tinubu said: “We thank the people of Ekiti for being kind and hospitable to us all along. We, the leaders of APC are here to greet Ekiti people and commend them for being tolerant to the maladministration of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) before the emergence of the APC at the Federal level and Ekiti, in particular. “We have had 16 years of maladministration, bad governance, misrule and series of complaints on our economy, education, non-development and several other segments…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kogi state has said that Senator Dino Melaye is not an asset to the party, but a liability. This was made known to newsmen by the chairman of the PDP Kogi West Elders Forum (KWEF), Hon. Shaibu Momoh. Momoh, in a statement, described Melaye as a controversial figure who needs to go through a reformation period. “The result of his recall failure by Government backed agitators are not because of his political strength but rather it is the reflection of the wider rejection by the people of the sitting APC government, their policies, unpaid…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Reformed All Progressives Congress (RAPC) and 30 other political parties have signed a memorandum ahead of the 2019 elections. The meeting, which is aimed at uniting forces against President Buhari in the upcoming election was held at Shehu Musa Yaradua Centre, Abuja on Monday, July 9, 2018. Prominent politicians present at the meeting include: RAPC chairman, Buba Galadima, PDP chairman, Uche Secondus, Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Senator Dino Melaye, Senator Ben Obi and Akwa Ibom State Governor; Emmanuel Udom. Some of the notable political parties present at the meeting…
Dr Orji Uzor Kalu has said that the leadership of the party is currently engaging in discussions to bring back the New APC splinter group. Kalu said this in an interview with newsmen in Abuja on the sideline of a farewell party held in honour of the Czech Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Pavel Mikes. The former governor who said the APC leadership was committed to resolving its crisis amicably, noted that the leaders were in touch with all aggrieved members to ensure that the party is not consumed by the crisis rocking it. He said that the task which is…
Senator Dino Melaye has said he has been healed of “political blindness.” Melaye’s “healing” from this strange illness comes few days after he publicly declared his love for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in a cryptic video on Twitter at the weekend. Comparing himself to former aviation minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, Melaye said Fani-Kayode also suffered the same fate but found his way back earlier. “My brother FFK and I are both returnees to PDP,” he announced. “He only got healed of political blindness before me. Thank God we both can now see. Once we were blind and now we can…
Atiku Abubakar has reacted to the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) by over 30 political parties ahead of 2019 elections. On Monday, July 9, 2018, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Reformed All Progressives Congress (RAPC) and 30 other political parties agreed to join forces to ensure that President Buhari is sacked. Atiku said “I wholeheartedly endorse this exercise and look forward to a spirit of collaboration amongst ourselves as we continue the campaign for the deliverance of Nigeria from the forces of retrogression, recession, division and blame games. “It might be a cliche, but it still remains true…
Dino Melaye has said that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will lose power in 2019. The Senator, in a video posted on Twitter by @royaltyuso, was speaking as the PDP signed a memorandum with 30 other political parties to sack the APC from the center in 2019. Melaye, who said he was speaking as an oracle of God, added that President Buhari is entitled to failure in 2019. Following his public declaration, the Kogi state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) issued a statement describing Senator Melaye as a liability. The chairman of the PDP Kogi West Elders Forum…
The Nigeria Police Force has backed its notorious unit, the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), against public outcry, claiming that most of the complaints painted on social media about misconduct of officers are “not correct”. DCP Jimoh Moshood said the force has put appropriate measures in place to deal with erring officers who have been found guilty of misconduct. He said, “The IGP has taken the bull by the horns. When he came on board, the first thing he did was to organise a training which involved the national Human Rights Commission, the ICRC, and other NGO’s on human rights training…