Oritsefemi has finally addressed the popular report concerning the clash of dates for his and Banky W’s wedding, but he only seems to have made things worse. During a recent interview, the “Double Wahala” singer denied that Banky W’s wedding outshined his. Oritsefemi even had the audacity to say that he had not even known that it was Banky’s wedding day. Oritsefemi also stated that his wedding did trend on Twitter, which further proves that his wedding did just fine. “Initially, I did not notice that people were comparing my wedding with Banky W’s but later, after the whole ceremony,…
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Sunday Are will not be commenting on the issue he had with Tekno and apparently, it’s for the music industry’s good. He said this during a recent chat, adding that he would not be addressing the incident that happened at the “One Africa Music Fest.” Rumour had it that a fight had broken out between Wizkid and Davido’s crew after Tekno reportedly tried to shake Are’s hand. Other reports had claimed that Wizkid got punched on the nose although none of those involved made comments on the issue. Sunday Are added the music industry would be unhappy if he speaks…
Even though the final season of “Game Of Thrones” is still a long way from now, spoilers are already hitting the internet. According to new casting details that showed up online, House Frey may be returning for season 8 of the show. In season 7 premiere, Arya Stark murdered Walder Frey and his house members, who orchestrated the Red Wedding and killed her mother, brother, sister-in-law and unborn nephew. However, a recent casting detail implies that Danielle Galligan, who has been cast as the character Sarra, is a member of the loathed house. According to the GOT fan site Watchers…
Luxury cognac brand Hennessy have held their annual Hennessy Artistry close-out concert. The invite-only concert, which was held at Eko Atlantic, Lagos, was to be headlined by Voice of the street and legendary rapper Olamide, King of Afro-Dance Hall Timaya, versatile rapper and songwriter Falz, New School King Ycee. There were also performances from Mayorkun, Tiwa Savage, and Patoranking, who all murdered the stage.
Some of the freed Nigerian slaves in Libya have opened up about their fellow countrymen being part of the slave trade cartel. They described the Nigerians involved in the slave business as more wicked than the Libyans and other participants. Recounting their ordeal, some of the returnees said they also sold by Nigerians. “Nigerians and Libyans are doing the business like they are one big happy family,” Harrison Okotie, 32, said. Another returnee, Sunday Anyaegbunam, who hails from Edo state, said they were sold twice by Nigerians during their nine-day journey through the desert. He said their Nigerian “burger” (trafficker)…
Fedral Government has denied the claims by former vice president Atiku Abubakar that President Muhammadu Buhari was at a time denied entry into the United States for 15 years. Atiku recently said Buhari was not allowed to enter the US for 15 years because of “religious considerations.” Femi Adesina though has described Atiku’s claims as a “fictive concoction being passed off as truth”. “At no time was President Buhari, as a private person, ever forbidden from entering any country in the world. Rather, the rest of the world has always held Muhammadu Buhari as a man of sterling qualities, strong…
Chief James Ibori recently described Chief Raymond Dokpesi as a passionate loyalist of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), saying he has suffered for the party. He said that the aspirant is enjoying huge confidence of party members because of his record and commitment. He pledged to give necessary support to the aspiration and prayed that God will guide him. Similarly, a chieftain of PDP in the state, Mr Ben Edo-Osagie, described Dokpesi as a “brave man with credibility”,adding that in spite of all intimidations, he remained in the party and “gave it his all.” “Credibility and total alliance is what is…
Atiku Abubakar has announced his decison to defect to the Peoples Democratic Party. Atiku disclosed his defection in a live Facebook message recently. He said he decided to “return home” now that issues which made him leave the PDP have been settled. Atiku had resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) last week, saying the ruling party has failed Nigerians and no longer stands for true democracy.
Kashim Shettima of Borno state has listed reasons the immediate past president, Goodluck Jonathan cannot be compared to ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo. “Comparing (former President Olusegun) Obasanjo and the people he worked with and those Jonathan worked with, you will understand why. “If you look at Obasanjo, hate him or love him, you have to respect Obasanjo for not only believing in the Nigerian project but for surrounding himself with men of quality. “If you mention Obasanjo, the names that readily come to mind are those of Oby Ezekwesili, Aliko Dangote, Femi Otedola, Jim Ovia, Tony Elumelu, Nasiru el-Rufai, Nuhu Ribadu,…
The Nigeria Police Force have stepped forward to the defence of the Special Anti-robbery Squad (SARS) officials, who were accused of torturing and brutalising innocent citizens. They dismissed the allegations, saying that the unit is carrying out its duty fantastically well. Former vice president, Atiku Abubakar also supported the agitation for the scrapping of SARS. But the police urged Nigerians to disregard the protest and those behind it, saying SARS has lived up to its duty of curbing violent crimes. “As we speak, SARS is doing fantastically well across the country in reducing incidents of robbery to the barest minimum……
Muhammadu Buhari has expressed his deep sympathy to the families of the victims of the bomb attacks in Biu, Borno State on Saturday, December 2, 2017. Buhari assured that the Intelligence Fusion Center which is being set up in Maiduguri would help prevent future attacks by Boko Haram on soft targets. “My condolences to the families of the victims of the bomb attacks in Biu yesterday. I’m confident that the Intelligence Fusion Center we’re setting up in Maiduguri will help us stay ahead of Boko Haram’s desperate attacks on soft targets. May the souls of the dead rest in peace,”…
Atiku Abubakar has also voiced his opinion concerning the trending topic on social media, #EndSARS, which seeks the abolishment of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, popularly known by the acronym SARS. Nigerians recently took to the microblogging platform, Twitter, protesting excesses of the SARS policemen. In a couple of tweets, Atiku said the protest shows that Nigerian youths are angry, urging the Federal Government to urgently address the matter. In October, a lady, Kachi Anifela Zion, accused officers of SARS in Ilorin of sexual molestation. She said a male SARS official under the pretense of searching her, dipped his hand in…
Atiku Abubakar has said he would defeat President Muhammadu Buhari in 2019 should he decide to seek re-election. “I will definitely beat him this time. He has wasted a lot of his massive goodwill. A lot of people are disgruntled but they are keeping quiet and lying low. Our youths are suffering terribly. They are even now being sold into slavery. “Everyone knows my track record of inviting and attracting a good team and giving them the opportunity to work professionally. Nigerians are tired of leaders who cannot think big and work big.” He said the only way the PDP…
Bukola Saraki has said that he would make his intentions clear about 2019 in two months. Saraki said this is not the time to talk about 2019 as the development of the country is the most crucial for now. He said, “You are like the tenth person who has asked me, so there is a queue. I promised the first person that when it is time to talk about 2019, I would answer the questions. “Anytime next year from February, you can ask us about what are my intentions in 2019 or whether I want to come back to the…
Jupp Heynckes praised “a magnificent performance” from Kingsley Coman as Bayern Munich beat Hannover 3-1 at the Allianz Arena to go six points clear at the top of the Bundesliga. “Honestly, Kingsley could have taken things easy today as he’s had a swollen foot for two weeks. “However, this week he was able to train normally and today he put in a magnificent performance, scoring the vital goal to make it 2-1. “His long runs cost so much energy so he has marvellous fitness, too, at the moment. I’m very pleased with how he is developing with us.” Bayern captain…
Paul Pogba has said Tottenham Hotspur’s Dele Alli is worth “more than £100 million.” Pogba become the most expensive footballer in the world when he switched to Old Trafford from Juventus for £89.3m in 2016 but says 21-year-old Alli, who has been linked with United, is worth more than that. “I think he is worth even more than £100m because you see how he plays — he is very talented but still very young,” the France international told the London Evening Standard after joining Alli at an adidas event this week. “But he is mature as well — you can…
Zinedine Zidane has talked about his disappointment with the result but not the performance after his team missed a chance to cut the eight point gap to La Liga leaders Barcelona by drawing 0-0 at Athletic Bilbao on Saturday evening. With his side not ceasing the advantage of Barcelona’s 2-2 draw at home to Celta Vigo earlier in the day, the Los Blancos coach claimed at the postgame news conference that his team had deserved more and he was disappointed for his players who had made a huge effort. “I am very disappointed given the game we played,” Zidane said.…
Unai Emery came out to say he was happy with his players’ efforts despite a 2-1 defeat away at Strasbourg on Saturday. Speaking after the final whistle, Emery tried to show faith in his players after a first defeat of the season across all competitions. “The team took 23 shots and managed to win 13 corners,” said the Basque tactician. “We had chances to score. We were perhaps not that settled in attack and when it came to the final touches in the opposing penalty area. However, it is normal to be disappointed. “Our objective and our motivation is always…
Jurgen Klopp laughed at suggestions that Barcelona had been quoted a price to buy Philippe Coutinho in the January transfer window. An amused Klopp said to papers in the UK: “Named a price? Interesting. “There is absolutely nothing to say about this. Of course Phil is still essential for us. “Should we stop thinking about him in the moment just because there are more stories about him in the newspapers in Spain?” When asked about transfer comings and goings for other players with the club when the window opens in January. “I cannot give an answer for that now. A…
Paul Pogba has said he hopes injuries to “important players” could dampen Manchester City’s title fight this season. Speaking before United’s win, Pogba was asked on “Football Focus” whether he believed City might slip up before the end of the season. “I do,” he replied. “Someday I hope they’re going to slip. “I hope … it’s bad to say things like that but fortunately for us I hope they will get some very important players injured, like what’s happening with us, because people don’t see this, don’t speak about this, but every time we have, like, players injured, important players,…