The Rivers State Chapter of All Progressives Congress APC in a statement issued on Thursday in Port Harcourt the Rivers State capital described the celebration of the birthday of Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State on 13th December as celebration of treachery, deceit and fraud. According to the party, “it is unfortunate and sad that the almighty Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State who is today the jewel and pride of the opposition political party, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) doesn’t know his date of birth.” “Though this maybe shocking to the outside world but those of us who are his…
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Ayodele Fayose Congratulates Muhammadu Buhari Ayodele Fayose, has congratulated President Muhammadu Buhari on his 75th birthday. He said, “This is to congratulate Mr President as he clocks 75. I want to thank God for his life and pray for good health in the service of our nation and that he continues to age with grace. I wish him the best. He represents us all and we owe him prayers and cooperation where necessary, just as we also need to criticise him too where necessary. “I am not a fan of an old man and this is not personal and peculiar…
An Osun State High Court sitting in Ilesa has declared that the change of name to “State of Osun” by Gov. Rauf Aregbesola is illegal, null and void. Justice Yinka Afolabi ruled that the law and its makers were unknown to the 1999 Constitution. chided Aregbesola for deliberately and singlehandedly renaming the state, contrary to the known norms and the nation’s constitution. He also declared that the makers of the law, who are currently serving as members of the State House of Assembly, were not sworn in as members of the “State of Osun House of Assembly” but as members…
Members of the Shiite group have expressed their displeasure over the continuous detention of their leader, Ibrahim El-Zakzaky. The group’s spokesman, Abdulhamid Bello, who led protesters to the National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, in Abuja, said the government is not telling Nigerians the truth. Bello said “At the end of their two days murderous mission, they left behind corpses of the young, old and able-bodied men and women in their wake, apart from the wanton destruction of properties worth several hundred millions of naira. “The government of Buhari is behaving in contempt of the rule of law, telling all and…
Mr Ibrahim Magu has said it is cheaper to prevent corruption than to fight it. “The EFCC alone couldn’t fight and win the war against corruption in Nigeria. “I would like to seize this opportunity to remind us that, corruption affects all of us. “We must resolve to fight it to a standstill in line with President Muhammadu Buhari’s admonition to us that, “If we don`t kill corruption, corruption will kill Nigeria. “We must not allow that to happen, for the sake of our children and the unborn generation.’’ Magu added that the airport, as the most important gateway into…
Mrs Aisha Buhari has reiterated her commitment towards empowerment of women and youths in Nigeria. She asked the beneficiaries to use the acquired skills to set up their businesses and become employers of labour. Mrs Buhari expressed confidence that the empowerment programme would translate into a better and productive ventures. One of the beneficiaries, Miss Rabi Lame, said the programme had directly benefited their lives. “ Our future and indeed the life of those that benefited with us directly or indirectly is assured, it is obviously a lifetime cherishable opportunity which cannot be forgotten by anyone of us. “I hope…
Yemi Osinbajo, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr Yakubu Dogara, former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon and the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, Pastor Enoch Adeboye were among the Christian faithful that attended the Christmas Praise Concert at the Old Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa Abuja. Also present at the Carol were former Head of Interim National Government, Ernest Shonekan, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Boss Mustapha, the wife of the Vice President, Dolapo Osinbajo, the Head of Service of the Federation, Mrs. Winifred Oyo-Ita and some Ministers and Governors. General…
Rotimi Amaechi has revealed that Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, is obsessed with him in everything that he does. The minister dismissed Wike’s claims that his government had left an empty treasury at the end of his tenure. When asked to respond to Wike’s public claims, Amaechi said, “The governor has just one agenda – if he is in his toilet, “Amaechi”; if he is outside his toilet, “Amechi”, if he’s going to see his mother, “Amaechi”. “Why should I engage him? He was Local Government Chairman when I was Speaker. He was my staff. It’s like quarreling with my…
Mr Kola Ologbondiyan has come out to say the PDP remains one big family committed to credible processes that guarantee internal democracy. He said that the PDP had since settled its internal conflict resolution mechanisms and consultations in that direction. According to him, the move is bringing in tremendously positive results. The spokesman said that the people of the South West would not allow themselves to be deceived by the “APC propaganda machine”. “The South West leaders who contested for the PDP National Chairmanship position are all men of quality and credibility. “The fallout of the convention cannot, in any…
Nollywood actor Jim Iyke who was always linked with one controversy or the other in the past has insisted that there is nothing people can say about him now that is capable of breaking him. The actor revealed that he had long-ago decided to ignore whatever people think or say about him. For him now, criticism is a form of advancement and admiration. He said; “Who will criticize you if you are nobody? Who will criticize you if you are not making bold moves? You cannot project boldness and fearlessness without being criticized. And you can’t stand as an entity…
Femi Adesina has had a thing or two to say about President Buhari. “On June 1, 2015, the day I resumed work as adviser on media to President Muhammadu Buhari, he had admonished me: “Adesina, always tell me the truth. That is what I want from you. In this type of position I have found myself, it is very easy not to be told the truth. People will just tell you what they think you want to hear. But from you, I want the truth. As a General, I may argue, but please argue with me. Tell me the truth…
Uti Nwachukwu, has said that beyond the paparazzi of appearing on screen, acting does not pay much. He said: “I haven’t been in the country, but I am back now. I took a break from acting because it doesn’t pay much and I am not ready for that kind of life. “I don’t want to pretend about it; so, I am only focusing on what brings greater remuneration, which is television presenting and hosting of events. “Acting would just be a hobby because honestly, producers can’t afford to pay what I want to earn. But I will not stay away…
Ex Big Brother housemates, Debbie-Rise and Melvin Oduah are sparking dating rumours as they share photos and videos of themselves vacationing in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. They posted pictures of them together having fun at the desert. Debbie Rise captioned it: “Desert Safari… I could do this over and again.. @melvin0duah my partner in crime, wehdone sir.. ” “I can’t even hide my excitement .. Let’s tour Dubai together, shall we?” “The Desert Safari is always an amazing experience. Yesterday was so much fun with @debie_rise “ It is not clear if the duo are dating each ther but the…
Desmond Elliot paid a visit to his constituency in Surulere, Lagos whet he put smiles on the faces of his people. Dressed as Santa Claus, he shared gifts to kids and adults. As seen in the photos, his constituents were so excited to see him and also relate with him directly. He has fun with his people especially the old ones. Well done Desmond.
Emeka Ike has opened up on his collapsed marriage with Suzanne Emma in a recent interview. The 14-year-old marriage was dissolved by the Lagos Island Customary court after two years of legal tussles. Suzanne Emma filed for divorce in 2015, alleging that her husband physically and verbally abused her throughout their marriage. Emeka Ike denied this claim maintaining that he had never wanted to break his marriage vows until his wife’s friends forced her into filing for a divorce. He said the friends who had influenced his wife to assassinate him began blackmailing her. According to him, the blackmailers were…
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has revealed that one of the best decisions she made in her life was taken years ago and till date she never regretted the decision. She also tallked about the ‘dangers’of being addicted to the social media especially the blogs while addressing why she decided to cut herself away from that system. According to Omotola, there was a time in her life that she depended heavily on blogs and like many people, she devoted time to checking the blogs to see what was being said. “When I stopped, I thought I was going to die, I even…
Ludacris is ready to become a dad times four. The Best.Cover.Ever. host has three little girls, but he wants one more child — and this time he’s thinking in blue. “My New Year’s resolution is to get a boy, believe it or not,” Ludacris, whose real name is Chris Bridges, said. “We’re going to try one more time,” he shares. “So all next year I’m going to be trying to get a boy.” The Ludaversal rapper and his wife, Eudoxie Mbouguiengue, are already parents to 2½-year-old daughter Cadence Gaëlle, whom the couple welcomed in May 2015. She joined big sisters…
With N.E.R.D.’s hotly anticipated album No_One Ever Really Dies set to be released Friday (Dec. 15), the renowned hip-hop group have unleashed their Frank Ocean and Kendrick Lamar-assisted record “Don’t Don’t Do It.” Inspired by Keith Scott — an African American male who was killed during a fatal run-in with police last year in Charlotte — N.E.R.D. tackles the issues of police shootings on their latest new track. During his interview with Beats 1 Radio host Zane Lowe, Pharrell revisited the dark moment and how it birthed the creation of “Don’t Don’t Do It.” “I was watching the news. This…
It came as a rude surprise when Davido announced on social media in January this year that he had parted ways with his former manager, Kamal Ajiboye, aka Kamal. Many did not expect Davido to dismiss Kamal in such manner because the latter is highly respected in the entertainment industry. But Kamal insisted that he wasn’t fired via social media. He said, “Davido didn’t give me the sack via social media. He was in Gabon when he wrote ‘I am now my own manager’ on Snapchat. Funnily, I was the one who drove him to the airport. Before then, we…
Popular Ini Edo is currently touring beautiful places in Europe with her Prince Charming. The actress who is working very hard to shield her private life from prying eyes just like she did in her previous marriage, took to the social media yesterday to share these photos of herself with fans. A closer look at the photos revealed that the actress is hiding her engagement ring just like she did last week in London. Is she?