Uche Secondus, led other leaders of the party to the National Assembly complex in Abuja on Thursday, July 12, 2018, to submit a petition about police brutality in Ekiti State. The party’s petition comes just a day after it raised alarm over alleged inhumane treatment of Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, in the hands of security operatives, claiming that he was ‘teargassed’ and attacked on Wednesday, July 11. The party took to its official Twitter account (@OfficialPDPNig) to notify the public of the petition, posting, “The @OfficialPDPNig leaders are in front of the @nassnigeria to submit petition on the brutality…
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The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) is to meet with former President Olusegun Obasanjo in Abeokuta on Saturday ahead of 2019 polls. Uche Secondus made this known in Abeokuta while addressing journalists after a meeting between the executive members of the party in Ogun and the PDP NWC. The Chairman who described Obasanjo as a “warrior” who had fought many battles, explained that the consultation had become necessary to get direction from the former president and tap from his wealth of experience. Secondus insisted that : “Mother of all corruption is happening under Buhari’s government. “This…
Ayo Fayose of Ekiti state has accused security agents deployed to monitor the governorship election in the state of bias. Fayose also said that the police frustrated the good intentions of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). He said “I want to state expressly that police have hijacked the whole process, INEC might mean well but the process was tampered with by the police “As I speak, thugs are having a field day snatching ballot boxes under police watch, this is a national disgrace “There were cases of not only ballot snatching, but ballot cleansing and clearing, as the police…
Senator Shehu Sani representing Kaduna under the All Progressives Congress party says he is yet to defect from APC to any other party. He said that consultations were still ongoing with regard to his future in the party. “I am yet to defect or decamp or migrate from the APC to any other party. “However, discussions and consultations are ongoing as regard to our future in the Party. “Decision will be taken in a matter of week or two whether to remain in the party or migrate. “When the time comes, I will make a formal announcement on the floor…
The alleged attack on Ekiti state governor, Ayodele Fayose by policemen during a proposed rally has been described as a comical performance by the All Progressives Congress, APC. Bolaji Abdullahi said the Ekiti state governor is deliberately attempting to divert public attention from the facts of the polls. “With PDP’s claim in its press statement, it is obvious that its leadership does not have the facts of the actual events in Ekiti State or it is deliberately attempting to divert public attention from the comical performance put up by Governor Ayodele Fayose on Wednesday, which was clearly contrived to give…
Donald Duke, an aspirant for the 2019 presidential election, has explained why he thinks his bid for the presidency failed in 2007. He said, “He had his own views. He probably had his own views of the folks he wanted to take over from him so he literally picked Umaru Yar’Adua and Goodluck Jonathan.” He noted that his failed run in 2007 made him sad because Yar’Adua wanted to work with him but the final decision was not up to the man himself, but Obasanjo. He said, “I was sad, but I moved on. The circumstance was sadder still because…
It is no longer news that an On-Air personality,Misi called out Tiwa Savage a few days ago while interviewing Yemi Alade but what is new that, Dotun (Another OAP) is coming to the defense of the singer. He shared quite a number of tweets where he talked about OAPs not crossing the line in broadcasting. “Now I saw the Tiwa story and this is my take on a few OAPs. It is okay to have an opinion but you shouldn’t cos of the ethics but if you must, stop pulling off a “Chalarmagne” on things you know nothing about or…
Toke Makinwa misses the idea of her coming home to the arms of a man. The beautiful multi-talented media personality made this know on her Instagram stories on Thursday, July 12, 2018. “So at times like this guys, I wish I had a man to get home to just kick it with and just chat about, and at other times I grab the remote control…tv,” she said. Guys, Toke Makinwa is one gorgeous and talented woman and we wonder why you aren’t shooting your shots! Toke Makinwa keeps giving hints that she would be an amazing wife and mother only…
Mary Akpobome, the wife of top comedian, Alibaba has turned 50. And to celebrate her, Alibaba shared Mary’s beautiful pictures with words of encomium. In a series of Instagram posts, Alibaba expressed his love to Mary, appreciating her hard work, strength and perseverance. “Happy 50th Birthday to @mummymary_ you deserve a huge celebration. You have persevered. You have laboured. You worked hard. You sacrificed. You prayed. You hustled. You put in the time. You were bruised. You were discounted… still you rose. “Above everything you had God. You had friends. You had mentors. You had family. You had guts. You…
Jim Iyke is finally letting all of his fans, admirers and even the nosy followers on social media when he will be getting married. During an exclusive interview, the talented actor said his marital and personal life has become a major topic of discussion on social media which he feels shouldn’t be so. “I just knew you guys were going to ask this question but this is what I find interesting, people have asked why do I wear a wedding band and my very humble response is the way I have operated in the last few years, I decide what…
The last few days in Ekiti state have been full of political tension over the forthcoming governorship election and I Go Dye feels Gov Fayose deserves being attacked. The comedian made this known on his Instagram page on Thursday, July 12, 2018, after Gov Fayose of Ekiti state alleged that he was beaten and tear-gassed by police officers in the state. “When pensioners protested this is what they got when we protest for fuel pump hike this is what we get when we protest against bad leadership this is what we get when we protest on power failure or increase…
Davido might have concluded plans to exchange marital vows with his not so new anymore girlfriend, Chioma Avril with his recent Instagram post. On Saturday, July 14, 2018, Davido posted a picture of Chioma with the caption: “The Love of my life !! Can’t wait to spend forever with you ❤❤” And responding to the post in the comment section, Chioma replied saying: “I can’t wait either love you.” Earlier in 2018, Davido reveals Chioma as the woman after his heart and the only one who loves him dearly. Already, the biggest love story in the country right now is…
Timaya has said he’s a better father than many husbands, who are legally married and have children with their wives. In an interview with Punch, Timaya said that as a father to three children from two different women, he is a better than many husbands. “People fail to understand that a lot of baby daddies are better fathers than a lot of husbands. “The kind of role I play in my children’s life, I don’t think some husbands do that. I have time for my children, I love my children but some married men don’t even have time for their…
Cardi B has welcomed a baby girl with husband, Offset. The rapper took to her Instagram page on Wednesday, July 11, 2018, to announce the news, revealing her daughter’s name as Kulture Kiari Cephus. “Kulture Kiari Cephus 07/10/18 @offsetyrn,” she wrote. Congratulations Cardi B on the arrival of your baby. Cardi and Offset secretly got married back in September 2017. The private ceremony took place in the couple’s bedroom in Atlanta. After months of speculation, she officially confirmed her pregnancy in April during a performance on Saturday Night Live. Shortly after she confirmed her pregnancy, she performed at Coachella, but…
Akpororo has revealed that it is impossible to create new jokes ahead of every show as expected by fans of the comedy industry. The comedian noted that it’s a tough task to meet up with the expectations of fans, who turn out in large numbers to laugh and enjoy new jokes at every show. In a chat with Punch, Akpororo said: “Fans always want me to come up with new jokes for every show, but this is not possible because I am not a computer.” Continuing, the comedian said: “I rely on freestyle and spontaneity to come up with fresh…
Stars buy new cars every day but today we have a unique buyer in the person of Kunle Afolayan who just got a vintage car. The actor and movie director took to his Instagram page where he posted photos and a video of his latest addition to his garage. “Be different. I am! #standout #value #classic #vintage @adekunlegold @vintagecarsnigeria @vintagecarscollector Thunderbird Ford 1965,” he captioned the video. Kunle Afolayan joins the unending list of celebrities who have gotten really nice cars in 2018. We know this isn’t the end as we expect more of these guys to share photos of…
Eden Hazard has said he still dreams of playing for Real Madrid despite Zinedine Zidane having left his position as coach but added that “for the moment nobody has made me an offer.” Despite Zidane having been replaced by Julen Lopetegui, Hazard told beIN SPORTS his thinking had not really changed. “Does Real make me dream less without Zidane? Zidane is someone special, it’s true, but I think Real is everyone’s dream,” he said. “Zidane or no Zidane, the white jersey is special but the blue jersey [of Chelsea] suits me well so it does not bother me if I…
Croatia have not yet made the decision whether Nikola Kalinic will receive a medal for his participation in the World Cup. Kalinic, the AC Milan forward, refused to enter Croatia’s opening group-stage game against Nigeria on June 16 as a substitute and was subsequently sent home by coach Zlatko Dalic for his insubordination. With Croatia advancing to the World Cup final against France on Sunday, players will receive either a gold or silver medal — and Kalinic is entitled to one as an official member of the squad — but whether he receives it has not been determined. “Let’s see,”…
Clement Lenglet “would love” Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Adrien Rabiot to join him at Barcelona after becoming the second new arrival at Camp Nou this summer. PSG’s Rabiot, who is into the final year of his contract, has been strongly linked with a move to the Spanish champions and Lenglet is keen for his compatriot to join him. “Of course [I would like to have him here],” the defender said in a news conference on Friday. “He’s a really good player and Barca always want the best players in the world — and ambitious young players always want to grow and…
Real Madrid have said they have “no intention” of pursuing a move to sign Neymar from Paris Saint-Germain. “In the face of the constant reports linking PSG’s Neymar Jr. to our club, Real Madrid C. F. wish to clarify that the club has no intention of making any offer for the player,” the statement said. “The two clubs enjoy an excellent relationship and, as such, if Real Madrid were at any stage to consider securing the services of a PSG player, they would approach the club in the first instance.” On Thursday, Brazilian news outlet Globo Esporte reported that Madrid…