The 2018 Forbes Africa under 30 list is out and your favourite celebrities like Davido, Wizkid, and Yemi Alade made the list. With a list of 90 young entrepreneurs across three sectors, Nigerians made up close to one-third of the honourees. The list is divided into three categories: Creative, Technology and Business. Other Nigerian celebrities who made the list include Beverly Naya, Falz Falana, and Tania Omotayo. According to Forbes, this list is meant to celebrate under 30 individuals that are making waves in their industries across the continent. Congratulations to the Nigerians who made this list for making Nigeria…
Author: David Folami
There seems to be trouble in paradise in the relationship between Yvonne Nelson and her baby daddy, Jamie as they have both unfollowed each other on Instagram and deleted their photos too. Even though Yvonne Nelson has been a bit private about her relationship with her baby daddy, this new development sparks off the end of what was perceived as an amazing relationship. It is not clear why they have decided to unfollow each other and delete all the sweet memories they both shared but a close look at Yvonne’s Instagram page shows that the beautiful actress is moving on…
Samklef has released the tracklist for his fourth studio album, ‘Cruise’. The singer and music producer, Samuel Ogwuachuba popularly known as Samklef, has announced the release of his 4th studio album, titled ‘Cruise’. The album which will contain nine tracks is scheduled for release on July 4, and will feature collaborations with pop stars including Vector, Dremo, Starboy’s new act, Ceeza Milli and international superstars Akon and Safaree. Samklef who released his debut album, ‘Nonilising’ in 2009, followed it up with ‘4KP’ in 2013 and his last body of work, ‘Sounds of Muzik’ in 2015.
Abdulrahman Dambazau, has blamed the increase of violence in the country on the influx of firearms as well as drug trafficking and abuse. He said, “One of the issues that came up in the communiqué was the issue of the proliferation of small arms and drug trafficking and abuse. “We also found out that these two issues are triggers to the violence taking place in this country. “Without the fire arms and drugs, those who partake in violence would not have the courage to carry out the kind of violence taking place in this country. “As a follow-up I called…
Lai Mohammed has described the letter by former president Olusegun Obasanjo to President Muhammadu Buhari not to seek re-election as a distraction. He said “We believe that Chief Obasanjo, because of his very busy schedule, may not have been fully availed of developments in the government’s efforts to revamp the economy, which was battered by the consequences of over-dependence on a commodity as well as unprecedented pillaging of the treasury,” the minister said. “Today, most of the indices by which an economy is measured are looking up. Permit me to say, however, that Nigeria would not have exited recession through…
Bashir El-Rufai appeared to sub former president, Olusegun Obasanjo, in a social media post over his public criticism of President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. Bashir took to his Twitter account (@BashirElRufai) to direct a sarcastic remark at the former president. He posted, “Once again, Obasanjo’s Messiah Complex manifests itself. The only Saint in Nigeria.” The post led into a war of words between him and Reno Omokri, aide to former president, Goodluck Jonathan. Omokri responded to Bashir’s tweet by noting that Obasanjo aided his father’s political career to which Bashir said was none of his business. Omokri later called Bashir out…
Ayodele Fayose, has told former president, Olusegun Obasanjo, to use his own advise and stop meddling in Nigeria’s politics after his public criticism of President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. He said, “President Buhari should heed ex-President Obasanjo’s advice and go home and rest. President Buhari has overstayed his welcome. “Obasanjo himself should heed his own advice to Buhari by also going home to rest. Both Obasanjo and Buhari are analogue in this digital age and have expired. “Damning as the Obasanjo letter was and although it makes some sense, the writer is not deserving of the letter. “He was the leader…
Tunde Giwa-Daramola has urged the youth to participate in the ongoing voter registration to be able to vote in the 2019 General Elections. “This is the right time for Akoko youths to vote for reliable candidates who will protect their interest at the state and federal levels. “The first step is to ensure that you all register in the ongoing exercise in order to cast your votes come 2019. “If we want to improve the situation of our roads, power and security in Akoko land, our youths must be actively involved in the electoral process,’’ he said. Giwa-Daramola urged the…
Oby Ezekwesili, has accused President Muhammadu Buhari of paying more attention to the search for crude oil than the life of an average Nigerian. “The fight for the Chibok girls is the fight for the soul of Nigeria,” BBOG members declared as they marched under the scorching sun of Nigeria’s capital city, Abuja. “You have been sent out to stop us?” Ezekwesili queried the Police officers. “But let remind you that we are also standing for the policewomen, your colleagues, who were taken into captivity by Boko Haram on their way to bury their colleague. Has your government acknowledged that…
Lai Mohammed has said President Olusegun Obasanjo’s busy schedule might have prevented him from noticing President Muhammadu Buhari’s government effort in revamping the economy. “We believe that Chief Obasanjo, because of his very busy schedule, may not have been fully availed of developments in the government’s efforts to revamp the economy, which was battered by the consequences of over-dependence on a commodity as well as unprecedented pillaging of the treasury,” a statement from Mohammed read. “Chief Obasanjo is a patriot, and he has proven this time and time again. We appreciate what he said concerning the administration’s performance in two…
Nasiru El-Rufa’i has warned the youths against migrating illegally out of the country, saying rather, they should remain, work hard and build bright future for themselves. “Illegal migration is an unusual type of brain drain with several devastating effects synonymous with modern day slavery. “The youth population in Nigeria nurture the wrong impression that Europe and the West are greener, whereas, unknown to them. the condition of living there is hard, unsympathetic and devoid of community life that accommodates the interest of one another.” He pledged to partner with the NYSC and PAIGAS in this respect. El-Rufa’i also assured that…
Gov. Rochas Okorocha has said three persons had died of Lassa fever while seven others were hospitalised. He expressed regret over the disease and the cautioned citizens against unhygienic habits and body contact. “This morning, we woke up to hear from relevant agencies that Lassa fever has killed three people while seven others are hospitalised. “This number is too large for a state and we are very concerned over the speed of spread of the disease in Orlu and other parts of the state. “You are aware that the major cause of this disease is a particular kind of rat…
Yahaya Bello has urged his friends, associates and well wishers who are planning to rejoice with him for his second anniversary as governor in media advertorials to donate the money to a government-run charity instead. He begged those considering placing goodwill messages as advertorial in the media, as his administration clocks two years on January 27, to donate to the Kogi State Poor and Vulnerable fund. The governor set up the fund to give the poor and vulnerable in the state a new lease of life as it was utilised mainly to offset medical bills of people who otherwise would…
Olamide has replied the growing wave of disapproval confronting his trending record ‘Science Student’. The rapper has been at the center of a controversy, with many Nigerians alleging that the record produced by Young John and Bbanks encouraged the abuse of drugs. The rapper has however clarified his position on the debate, expressly denouncing the use of drugs and substance abuse. “Since the release of #ScienceStudent, the support has been massive. As you are all sharing, dancing, singing along to this relatable music of mine, I want you all to take some time to reflect on the subject, say no…
Hollywood actors on Sunday night, January 21, 2018, came out in their most glamorous looks to celebrate and to receive reward for their outstanding performances in the past year at the 24th annual Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards. The event, which was held in Los Angeles, California, United States, was hosted, for the first time, by actress Kristen Bell. She kick-started the ceremony by taking a jab at US First Lady, Melania Trump. “There has never been a host for this awards show before. First time. First person. First lady. I honestly never thought I would grow up to be…
The nominations for the 90th Academy Awards was announced on Tuesday, January 23, 2018, with among nominees. The Oscars ceremony will take place at the Dolby Theatre on March 4, with comedian Jimmy Kimmel returning as the host. Nominations scored (by movie): “The Shape of Water” — 13 “Dunkirk” — 8 “Three Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri” — 7 “Darkest Hour” — 6 “Phantom Thread” — 6 “Blade Runner 2049″ — 5 “Lady Bird” — 5 “Call Me by Your Name” — 4 “Get Out” — 4 “Mudbound” — 4 “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” — 4 Actress in a supporting…
“Game of Thrones” star Peter Dinklage, who plays Tyrion Lannister, thinks it’s the perfect time for the HBO series to come to an end. Dinklage, who has won two Emmys and a Golden Globe for playing Tyrion Lannister, made this known at the Sundance Film Festival studio. “It’s time,” the actor said. “Storywise, not just for all our lives. It’s the perfect time to end it. Sometimes shows stay on a little too long, the jumping-the-shark thing.” Dinklage described the upcoming ending as “bittersweet” and a “sad part of our business.” “It’s bittersweet when it’s time to move on with…
VJ Adams is here with the visuals to his recently released single – ‘Bless my way’ featuring Mr Eazi. The video was directed by Avalon Okpe.
“Game of Thrones” started the acting careers of actors like Emilia Clarke and Kit Harington, but almost ruined that of Jason Momoa. The actor, who played Khal Drogo on the show for a season, told The Tonight Show host, Jimmy Fallon, that after his character was killed off in 2012, it was difficult for him to get an audition. This happened because a lot of people thought he couldn’t speak English Language – Khal Drogo spoke Dothraki on the show. “Not a lot of people thought I spoke English. It was very challenging. What do you do with Drogo? Like…
Reekado Bank’s manager and brother, Temi has been reportedly remanded in Kirkiri prisons over a sum of N2million performance fee paid for the services of the singer. Reports have it that Reekado’s manager was arrested and arraigned by the police before an Ikeja court on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 and remanded in prison until the next hearing on February 19, 2018. It was further reported that Reekado Banks through his brother and manager had been contacted by Uwa Igbinedion to render his services for a performance at a wedding in Benin City on December 23, 2017. However, the music star…