Garba Shehu has declared that the president deserves a second term for starting a revolution in the governance of the country. He said, “He (Buhari) more than deserves a second term on account of the fact that the president has started something of a revolution in this country, because it will take a revolution to transform this country from a nation that did not even condemn corruption on the rhetorical level; that had embraced corruption from top to bottom. That’s what the president is trying to change. To rid this country of corruption.” He said, “If Buhari hadn’t been here,…
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has guessed that President Muhammadu Buhari is planning to be the sole candidate in 2019. Kola Ologbondiyan recently made the allegation. In his words: “President Buhari wants to be the sole candidate in 2019; that’s why they (APC) want to cause crisis in our party. “We are going to stand as a party and we are going to fiercely contest elections in 2019. Our doors are open to Nigerians and anyone who is interested in contesting an election in 2019 can come in.” Continuing, Ologbodiyan said: “Any person who for any selfish reason resort to…
Atiku Abubakar has revealed he has not concluded yet on contesting for the 2019 presidential election. “For now I have not made up my mind. When I decide, I will let the world know,” he said. In reaction to the comments, Atiku’s spokesperson, Paul Ibe, said his fans should not be discouraged by his utterance. He said, “He spoke in the context of his ongoing consultations, but he’ll eventually make up his mind to run. Those who have started politicking on his behalf should continue.” In what was a widely-expected move, Atiku resigned as a member of the All Progressives’…
Nasir El-Rufai, has blasted former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on his view that he financially supported President Muhammadu Buhari’s 2015 presidential campaign. “Atiku had seen that we in the APC, especially the APC governors, had resolved to support President Muhammadu Buhari to run again in 2019. That is why he left APC since he was only looking for where to contest for president. “Even in the 2015 APC primary election, Atiku didn’t come second; he was floored by Kwankwaso. So, even if President Buhari decides not to contest, Atiku knows that the APC ticket is not sure for him. “Majority…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has blamed the current petroleum scarcity in the country on marketers of the product. He stated that some marketers, in their quest to cash in on the situation, suddenly started hoarding products. “But we swiftly swung into action by doubling our supply nationwide. At the time the rumour started, we had about 30-day sufficiency. “The normal daily supply to the nation is 700 trucks, equaling about 27-30 million litres per day,’’ Baru said. He assured that the corporation had doubled its daily supply of petrol, from daily 700 trucks (about 27 million – 30…
Muhammadu Buhari says he was literally trembling when he assumed the reins of the nation’s leadership in May of 2015. “Some of the things I saw here were unbelievable. I still shudder and wonder how a country can survive under such abuses,” Buhari told a group of supporters in Abuja, Friday. “It is only by an act of God that we survived,” the president added. The president also said his administration has been able to right several wrongs of the previous administration which crippled the economy. “I can never forget your sacrifices and I am grateful for all. You never…
Rauf Aregbesola of Osun has praised the state’s workers for their selfless services, even after the prevailing economic challenges in the country. He said 28 percent of the workforce take 50 percent of salaries monthly, adding that civil servants had demonstrated true friendship with government. Aregbesola, however, asked the workers to remain patient with the government, adding that their sacrifice for the development of the state was appreciated. Mr Moses Aboaba, the pioneer Secretary to Osun Government and Head of Service also noted that human development had been a veritable tool in achieving positive government goals. ‘‘ The civil service…
The Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi ll has pleaded with journalists to portray Nigeria in positive light to protect its image and attract foreign investment. “We must desist from Yellow journalism which is now the trend in the country; most of our reportage today is about portraying the country negatively instead of positively. We are not doing the country any good. “We are not supposed to publish everything that will portray our nation bad because whatever we publish is respected by the public. “We should try not to cause chaos, subvert peace in the country. We are aware that…
The Ogun government has said that it has settled workers their December and 13th month salaries. This was revealed by Mr Wale Osinowo, the Ogu state Commissioner for Finance. He also said “On the Paris Club Refund, guidelines were set by the Federal government and the state government has been following it to the letter. “When we got the second tranche, we used 75 per cent for settlement of salaries and deductions of workers while the remaining 25 per cent was used to execute projects. “We are yet to receive the third tranche of the refund.” “Before the first quarter…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Mr Ndu Ughamadu recently said in Abuja says fuel queues will `normalise’ by Friday and disappear by weekend. He said that there was an increase in the number of incoming trucks of petrol into the FCT to curb the queues in the city. “Dr Baru just today directed that more trucks be moved into the FCT to douse tension and increase supply. He met with NARTO and PTD and they assured that trucks would be closely monitored. “He said Lagos should be maintained at 300 trucks but the actual figure coming into Abuja should…
Tania Omotayo, the famous ex-girlfriend of Nigeria’s Starboy, Wizkid Ayo, who out of her love for one of small doctor’s song “Penalty” shows her rave of the moment for Temitope Adekunle aka Small Doctor. Tania, who was present at a show where Small Doctor was and witnessed him perform on stage, and she could not help it, as she was totally captivated by the talented artiste’s energy. She shared on her snapchat, a photo of Small doctor performing on stage and wrote: “If you know me even just a little bit you know this song destroyed my destiny.” She also…
Kimye enjoying a particularly magical holiday season, with three new arrivals due for the Kardashian-Jenner family over the course of the coming few weeks. And Kim Kardashian and husband Kanye West posed for a sweet family portrait with their daughter North, four, and son Saint, two, on day 21 of the Kardashian Christmas card teaser. The touching snap came one day after Kim’s sister Khloe, 33, confirmed she was expecting her first child with basketball star boyfriend Tristan Thompson, 26, after months of speculation. Little North was happy as can be as she grinned away, while adorable Saint stole the…
We already knew Beyoncé had the moves on lock, but who knew Jay-Z could also get down on the dance floor. The two reportedly attended a party this week, and thanks to Ms. Tina Lawson, we got their entire dance on camera! In the video, Jay and Bey were seen doing the electric slide with a number of other partygoers as Franklie Beverly and Maze’s 1981 cookout classic, “Before I Let Go,” played on the speakers. Tina and her husband, Richard Lawson, were also caught on camera showing off their best moves. “Why at every party even a kids party…
Ed Sheeran has capped a hugely successful year by winning 2017’s Christmas No 1, with his song Perfect. “This is an actual dream come true and I’m very proud and happy,” Sheeran said, wishing his fans “a very merry Christmas, happy holidays and a happy new year”. He benefited from – or perhaps shamelessly exploited – chart rules that count streams and sales of multiple versions of the same song towards its chart placing. Sheeran released six versions of Perfect to aid its chances of getting the festive top spot: the original, an acoustic version, remixes by Robin Schulz and…
On Sunday December 17th, Elan Red held it’s final party of the year, The Pre-Christmas Shopping Party. Guests including 2Baba, Annie Idibia, Sharon Ojong, Style Infidel and more shopped the Elan Red in-house collection, Fancy M, Zaffi footwear and Accessories 4 U while sipping on cocktails made with Flirt Vodka. It was a celeb packed event.
Chris Brown, who has a history of violent outbursts, has been accused of abusing and manhandling a transgender woman outside a West Hollywood gay club. The alleged victim has been named as Chris Lopez, a Hollywood socialite. The incident was said to have taken place in the early hours of 15 December outside The Abbey, a popular gay bar. According to a report, Lopez was heading to the famed bar after attending a Jumanji red carpet event when she saw Brown assaulting another man. The R&B star then started yelling at Lopez and her friends. “Chris Brown starts yelling at…
Fans of Nicki Minaj are adamant Cardi B jacked her swag in recent music videos, while Nicki Minaj offers a subtle response herself. Nicki Minaj and Cardi B “seemed” to shelve their brewing beef when the two appeared alongside each other for Migos’ big single, “Motorsport.” Even so, some have seen Cardi B’s verse there within as throwing subtle jab’s Nicki’s way. Is there not enough room for us to have two female rap super stars? It seems fans on either side aren’t with it. And possibly Nicki, too. Cardi B is currently gearing up to release her much anticipated…
Rihanna sparked engagement rumours earlier this month after being spotted with an eye-catching diamond on her wedding finger. But Rihanna did her utmost to draw attention away from any wedding plans with her outfit choice as she arrived at The Forum on Thursday night for Jay-Z’s anticipated Los Angeles concert. The superstar looked sensational in a tiny and tight leather mini dress, showing off her bombshell curves. Rihanna, 29, dressed to impress in her black leather mini, with the halter-neck design highlighting her ample assets which threatened to spill out of the low-cut dress. A thigh-skimming hemline also displayed the…
Iyabo Ojo recently turned 40 decided not to celebrate her new age on her own. The popular actress who shared amazing photos to celebrate her 40th birthday on Instagram, took time out to visit special kids. The actress took lovely pictures with the kids. She was so glad to be with them that she used only a love-struck emoji to caption the set of photos.
Daddy Freeze has replied Zack Orji’s view on tithing. The actor recently had an interview. When asked about tithing he said “I am a pastor, ordained for five years now. The issue of tithing is a personal thing.” He further said “I get very careful about making certain statements I have watched some people condemn tithing, say a lot of things about men of God and I pity some of those people because they are speaking out of ignorance. “It is a terrible thing to go on the social media and be condemning men of God and be condemning something…