Ibrahim Magu has said that former Director General of the Department of State Security (DSS), Mr. Ita Ekpenyong and the sacked Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Ambassador Ayo Oke must be made to answer for their actions. This is following reports of a clash between EFCC personnel and officials of the NIA and DSS. The clash occurred when EFCC officials, in company of police officers, tried to arrest Oke and Ekpeyong at their homes in Abuja. Speaking on the incident, Magu said that he will ensure that the two former government officials are arrested and prosecuted. He also…
Author: David Folami
Alhaji Lai Mohammed has promised Nigerians that the Muhammadu Buhari-led administration is doing everything possible to ensure a drop in the price of rice. ”We are happy to tell Nigerians of a giant stride made by the administration in the agriculture sector, specifically rice production: Nigeria is inching closer to achieving self-sufficiency in rice, due to the success recorded by the administration in the local production of rice,” he said. ”A few years ago, this (Thai investors establishing rice mills in Nigeria) would not have been possible since Nigeria was not considered a top rice producing country. Today, Nigeria is…
Rochas Okorocha of Imo has shown support to the ongoing Federal Government’s National Housing Programme (NHP) across the country. The governor praised the Avu community for sacrificing its ancestral land to make sure development was recorded in the area. Okorocha promised the land owners that none of them would be denied their statutory rights in the course of the development. He appealed to the contractors to always carry the people of the area along in their activities to prevent agitations. Okorocha noted that the state would be laying foundation of another housing project in line with the Federal Government promises…
Prof. Itse Sagay (SAN) has asked Ibrahim Magu to report the incident between the EFCC and the DSS to President Buhari. Recently, officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and police officers clashed with operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) and National Intelligence Agency (NIA) in Abuja. Sagay said “I think the EFCC should refer the matter to the President so that he can take action because the President is the overall boss and if people are misbehaving like that, preventing agencies from doing their work, then there should be a penalty for misconduct. “We all…
Nigeria’s Leading luxury cognac brand, Hennessy, is set to host the biggest concert in Lagos this December! The invite-only concert scheduled to hold on the December 2, 2017 at Eko Atlantic, Lagos, will exceed all expectations with a spectacular line up of Nigeria’s best Artistes and world class production to deliver an unforgettable experience. “Hennessy Artistry has always been the benchmark entertainment platform in Nigeria. This year, we intend to exceed all expectations: delivering the most unforgettable experience for consumers and lovers of the brand” – Oluwole Awoleke, Brand Manager Hennessy & Spirits. The Headliners this year are King of…
Project Fame West Africa Season 9 Winner, Okiemute Ighorodje held a remarkable ‘Thank You Concert’ recently. The ‘Okiemute Thank You Concert’ held on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at The Executive spot, Ikoyi, Lagos. With lots of comedy, music, dance from celebrities such as – SeyiLaw, Funnybone, Whale Mouth, Monika, Olawale, Illbliss, Mr 2kay, DJ Nana. Other performances came from Beverly Osu, Denrele Edun, Uncle Ben (Music Cordinator Project fame), Larry Foreman, Jeff Akoh, Eddie Izycs, Toby Grey & Doray. The event was organized in appreciation to MTN, Ultima Studios, friends, and beloved fans towards their love and support, and most…
N-Tyze Entertainment star Humblesmith features street king Olamide on this new afropop gyration song titled ‘Abakaliki 2 Lasgidi’. The track was produced by Mixtadimz.
Runtown is looking to finish an already impressive year with a new record titled ‘Energy.’ So far, the year 2017 has seen Runtown set new records with charts, millions of Youtube views and streams online, the Eric Many frontliner went on a world tour, and grabbed multiple awards including the African Artiste of the year at the 2017 Ghana Music Awards as well as Artiste of the year award at the maiden edition of the Ghana-Naija Showbiz awards that held in Lagos. Produced by Del B and as the title suggests, you should be ready for banging sound.
Olamide is here again with the fourth edition of his concert tagged Olamide Live in Lagos: The Concert. As has become a yearly ritual, the rapper who has released his seventh studio album, “Lagos Nawa,” will celebrate the release with fans at the concert. Organized by YBNL, Red & Axla, Pentagon and powered by the Lagos State Government, this year’s edition is slated to hold at the Teslim Balogun Stadium Surulere, Lagos on December 17, 2017 at noon. The choice of the stadium which has the capacity of over 25,000 people as the venue for a rapper’s concert is undoubtedly…
After his terrible experiences at the hands of armed robbers, Mr 2Kay is grateful to be alive. During a recent interview, the singer prayed that no one experiences what he did. As was reported, Mr 2Kay was attacked by armed robbers in his room at the Eko Hotel and Suites, after his performance at the Buckwyld and Breathless show. Following the arrest of the suspects who claim to have been hired by Burna Boy, the dancehall artiste was invited to the police station for questioning. For Mr 2Kay, the experience was traumatising but he says he has moved on from…
The Lagos state police command has issued a statement debunking reports that Burna Boy has reported himself to their office. This is against reports that the singer had earlier gone to the police to sort out the allegations levelled against him. Burna Boy was accused of being the brain behind an armed robbery attack on Mr 2Kay. The singer was assaulted in his room at the Eko Hotel and Suites after the Buckwyld ‘n’ Breathless concert. Reports say the robbers, who were arrested by the police, disclosed that they were hired by Burna Boy, through his manager, Joel Kantiock. The…
Wizkid’s baby mama Binta has blasted a follower on Instagram who called her out. Binta took to her Instagram page where she posted a picture of herself with the caption,”Careful what you do to a good woman cause you will have to deal with the bitch you created.” Guess she didn’t know what the outcome of the post would be as a follower called her out saying she was trying to shade Wizkid, the father of her child. “Lol u subbing wiz now? This is an irony cos u d one that destroyed his relationship with his gf. They broke…
Burna Boy might be in big trouble if he is found guilty of the allegations made by the police. According to the police, Burna Boy masterminded the attack on Mr 2Kay in his room at Eko Hotels & Suites. Burna Boy has not yet honoured the invitation of the police for questioning even though the singer’s rep put out a statement yesterday claiming the opposite. If Burna Boy is officially charged with robbery and found guilty in the court of law, he could serve up to 21 years in prison. “According to the Lagos State Criminal Law 2011. Sections 294…
Jim Iyke will be dazling our screens once again with a fresh, new reality TV show titled “The Adventurer.” The show is set to bring a new perspective to both contestants and viewers. It will attempt to check two major issues affecting the Nigerian youth; the question of unity and oneness at home, and the issues of xenophobia in South Africa. Although the show will be taking a non-biased stance on the matter, it will do its best to make sure that everyone’s opinions are heard and the best solutions, proffered. And for the favourite part, the winner of ‘The…
Chelsea qualified for the knockout phase of the Champions League with an emphatic 4-0 rout of Qarabag in Baku. Willian starred, scoring twice and winning two penalties, the first of which was converted by Eden Hazard, the second by Cesc Fabregas. After an edgy start, the London club eased through the gears, dominated possession and looked like scoring every time they mounted an attack. GK Thibaut Courtois, 6 — Had the crossbar to thank for his clean sheet when beaten early by a Michel shot with the score 0-0 but, thereafter, was a spectator as Chelsea dominated possession. DF Cesar…
Diego Simeone said he remains confident of making the Champions League last 16 after Wednesday’s 2-0 win over Roma kept alive their slight chances of progress in the competition. “I always remain confident, I know my players, they are proud guys and will give their all while there is still a chance,” Simeone said. “We had to win today, and we did. We have to win again [at Chelsea] and then see what happens with Roma. Football is marvellous. We could have won in Roma, we should have beaten Qarabag here. “We ourselves won 1-0 at Celta Vigo and Deportivo…
Ernesto Valverde explained he left Lionel Messi on the bench against Juventus to give him a rest as Barcelona cemented their place in the Champions League knockout rounds on Wednesday. “Messi’s fine,” the coach said when asked if there was any other reason for the call. “It was a difficult decision. He feels a great deal of responsibility within the club and the team. “But he has played a lot of games and eventually he had to have a to rest. We thought it would be a tight game and then it would open up. The idea was he could…
Danny Welbeck is set to make his first start in five weeks when Arsenal play Cologne on Thursday, with Arsene Wenger confident the injury-prone forward can still make England’s World Cup squad. “Danny has potential to go [to the World Cup]. If he’s fit, he will go, I’m convinced of that,” Wenger told a news conference on Wednesday. “I would say that for me he is a striker who has a top physical quality, good movement, and a team player as well. “He can score goals, he can provide, he can play through the middle, on the flanks, I believe…
Chris Smalling has said that he has nothing to prove to Gareth Southgate after his England snub, but feels the Three Lions manager will struggle to leave him out of his World Cup squad if he maintains this season’s form. Smalling was excluded from England’s friendlies against Germany and Brazil earlier this month with Southgate explaining he wants defenders in his squad who “use the ball from the back.” He told a news conference on Tuesday: “Was I surprised? Yes, I was. “But you don’t play for one of the biggest clubs in the world for as long as I…
Rio Ferdinand accused Manchester United of “lacking professionalism” as they slumped to a 1-0 loss at Basel in the Champions League. The defeat in Switzerland is unlikely to stop Jose Mourinho’s side reaching the last-16 stage. Ferdinand said: “It’s what you wouldn’t really associate with a Jose Mourinho team — and that’s lacking professionalism. “I think second half they lacked that discipline. “How many times, wave after wave of attack getting beyond the Manchester United midfield — it just wasn’t good enough second half.”