Nigerians are at it again. Reports have it that the singer was pregnant, the mother-of-one has however come out to deny the claims. Tiwa simply stated, “Yekpa, This isn’t true.” However, she mentioned that she would relish another pregnancy and even looked forward to it when she wrote “#Nopregnancyhereyet #Godstime.” We cannot wait.
Author: David Folami
The Nigerian community in South Africa says the demise of Dr Alex Ekwueme, former Vice President, is a big loss to the nation. Ekwueme died in a London clinic, aged 85 on Sunday. Mr Adetola Olubajo, President, Nigeria Union, South Africa spoke on their behalf. “He was upright, cerebral, courageous and loyal to the country while he was serving in various public offices.” “His wealth of experience and contributions to the political landscape in Nigeria will be greatly missed.” “In 1995, he proposed the six geopolitical zones which Nigerians now use for decision making on national issues,” Olubajo said. According…
A major suspect in the robbery at gunpoint of US reality star Kim Kardashian in Paris last year has been released for medical reasons, his lawyers said today. Didier Dubreucq — nicknamed “Blue Eyes” — has been authorised to travel only for medical appointments, his lawyers Dominique Ousset and Victoria Anfuso, without disclosing the 62-year-old’s condition. A career gangster who had already been convicted of robbery and drug trafficking, Dubreucq is suspected of being part of the five-man team that robbed Kardashian of a ring and other jewels worth millions in October 2016. Kardashian was staying in a luxury residence…
Kevin Hart has announced the arrival of his newborn child, Kenzo Kash Hart with wife, Eniko. “God is truly amazing….Kenzo Kash Hart was born at 1:45 am ….He is Healthy & already smiling. Thank you all for your prayers!!!! We love & appreciate ya #Harts,” he tweeted. Kelvin Hart on October 1, 2017, threw a baby shower for his wife, Eniko Hart at the Casamigos Beach Club, Malibu, was well attended by close family and friends of the Harts. According to reports, it was reported that the couple was spent $117, 855 on a The Lion King-themed shower. Among those…
Burna Boy’s management has finally addressed his alleged involvement in Mr 2Kay’s robbery at the Eko Hotels and Suites. A statement distanced Burna Boy from the incident, noting that he had honoured the first and only invitation from the police and would be glad to help the police as best as he can. This comes a day after the Lagos State Police Commissioner, Edgal Imohimi, asked Burna Boy to report to the police station for questioning over the incident on Monday, November 20. As earlier reported, on October 22, 2017, Mr. 2kay was robbed and assaulted in his hotel room,…
Ayo Fayose has approved a death sentence for cultists. Fayose signed the bill prohibiting cultism and terrorism into law, yesterday. The Governor said the step is a show of his government’s commitment to fight terrorism in the state. Fayose also said that any building where cult activities are carried out will be forfeited to the government and the owners, sentenced to five years imprisonment without fine. “Any person who gives financial or material support or assistance to a secret cult or in any manner sponsor the activities of a secret cult, commits an offence under this law and is liable…
James Ibori has said that Nigeria is the biggest loser in ex-VP, Alex Ekwueme’s death. Ibroi said “Though His Excellency, Dr. Alex Ekwueme, GCON, was a great leader, a national father-figure, a stabilizing factor in Nigerian politics, I Chief James Onanefe Ibori can never stop asking “what if!” Ibori said. “It is ironic that the nation that betrayed this man’s effort to rescue it from political and economic morass will, now that he is dead, begin to shed crocodile tears. “Even those who betrayed the very effort to make Ekwueme President, may begin to, hypocritically, of course, bewail the fact…
Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has described the death of the first civilian Vice-President of Nigeria, Dr Alex Ekwueme as a shock. “The late Ekwueme was a selfless, disciplined and patriotic Nigerian, who lived a worthy and exemplary life. “His irrepressible thirst for knowledge and education, which propelled his foray into many fields of intellectual pursuit represents a shining example to the younger generation,’’ he said. “As the whole world pays tribute to Ekwueme, I join them in celebrating the life of a man who raised from the beacon of human struggle to lofty heights of nobility.’’ ‘’His life is an example…
Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State, yesterday said that the late Dr Alex Ekwueme left his footprints on the sands of time. “Dr Ekwueme was a man of many parts. He was a scholar of repute who had so many academic awards to his name. “Not only did he bag degrees in Philosophy, History, Sociology, Law as well as Architecture and City Planning, he was a successful business man to the core and impacted on the lives of his people positively. “He was also a detribalised Nigerian who committed to the course of a united, indivisible and prosperous Nigeria. “He believed…
Sen. David Mark, has described the late Second Republic Vice-President, Dr Alex Ekwueme, as a quintessential leader and hero of democracy in Nigeria. “Interestingly, the six geo political zonal structure ( North West, North East, South East, South West, North Central and South South ) have remained the a road map for power sharing arrangement in Nigeria today.” “Nigeria and indeed Africa have lost a visionary leader, a forefront politician who brought intellectualism into governance.” “His quest for excellence, due process and rule of law in Nigeria will remain a reference point in politics and leadership in many years to…
Muhammadu Buhari has blasted the bloody terrorist attack that has claimed the lives of over 50 victims in Adamawa state. The president condoled with families of the several victims as well as the people and government of the state, while also telling them that everything required to secure the state from the deadly menace of terrorist group, Boko Haram, will be done. The statement read, “The President enjoined the people in the entire North-east to be more vigilant and report suspicious persons to security agencies in order to avert further attacks on soft targets by the terrorist group.” Shehu’s statement…
Dr Acho Orabuchi, founding National Chairman of Pan Ndi-Igbo Foundation (PNF-USA) has congratulated Gov. Willie Obiano of Anambra State on his re-election, describing his amazing victory as a reflection of his people-oriented programmes. Orabuchi commended Obiano for his governance style, urging those seeking public office to be prudent and honest, to win the trust of the people. He urged them to be well-versed policies that would uplift the masses. Orabuchi advised political office holders to have policies in place to pay salaries and pensions regularly, and build infrastructure that would facilitate development. He also commended President Muhammadu Buhari for not…
Yakubu Dogara, has asked the Nigerian and Italian governments to use drastic measures to fight human trafficking as the Mediterranean has become a death trap for many people in pursuit of greener pastures in foreign countries. He said, “Anyone forced into deep retrospection over these multiple regrettable tragedies cannot but ask these questions: What makes a young boy or girl leave their families and subject themselves to this terrible ordeal? What are the possible solutions to this inhuman trafficking in persons? Have the relevant authorities in Nigeria and Italy done enough to stop this crime against humanity? “The Mediterranean has…
Stella Oduah who served as Aviation Minister in the Goodluck Jonathan era, has blamed Diezani Alison-Madueke (a former petroleum resources minister) for her dismissal from the cabinet in 2014. Oduah was in trouble after it was revealed that she bought luxury bullet proof cars for herself–from coffers of aviation agencies she was supervising. The BMW armoured cars cost the Nigerian taxpayer $1.6M. In a new book written by Bolaji Abdullahi, a spokesperson of the governing APC who also served in the Jonathan cabinet as Sports Minister, Oduah said her ouster was the result of intense power play and jealousy from…
New Arsenal head of recruitment Sven Mislintat has talked about a training ground ban under Thomas Tuchel as the main reason he considered a move away from Borussia Dortmund. “I probably never would have considered thinking about other clubs,” Mislintat said. “But the training ground ban, initiated by the club’s former coach, as well as the instructions to keep away from the inner circle, from players, from the staff, from many friends with whom I worked so closely throughout the years, all of that influenced my thinking. “I already had offers in the past years, but I never really considered…
Antonio Conte has again told fixture schedulers to give top English clubs more “respect,” with Chelsea set to face Liverpool at Anfield on Saturday less than 72 hours after completing a gruelling 5,000-mile round trip to Azerbaijan to take on Qarabag in the Champions League. “On Saturday we are going to play another tough game against Liverpool,” Conte told a news conference. “This season it is the second time we have had this situation, firstly against Manchester City and now Liverpool is playing tonight and we play tomorrow, a long trip, and it will be very difficult to recover and…
Jurgen Klopp has said he is hopeful defender Joel Matip will return from injury in time for Saturday’s game against Chelsea. “The squad looks good,” Klopp told the club’s official website. “They are pretty much all here from the normal squad, apart from Joel. He is in Liverpool and full training, so all good. “He is good. I think there will be a big chance he will be ready for Saturday, but there was no chance for this game — it was a little bit too quick, but it’s all good.” Klopp also said: “We thought a lot about. How…
Mauricio Pochettino has said he will caution Dele Alli to be on his best behaviour during Tuesday’s Champions League clash at Borussia Dortmund. Pochettino’s warning is coming after the news that the match at the Westfalenstadion will be officiated by Clement Turpin, who was refereeing the World Cup qualifier when Alli was caught making a middle finger gesture. “I didn’t know,” Pochettino admitted after finding that Turpin was the referee involved in the incident. “It’s important to be aware.” “I will tell Dele to be careful if he is the referee,” he continued. “Always it’s important. “The referee moves on…
Jurgen Klopp is of the opinion that striker Daniel Sturridge needs to forget any concerns he may have about his place in the side for the good of the club’s season. “I can imagine a player with his quality is not happy that he is not starting all the time, but that’s all,” said Klopp. “The situation with the player is completely okay. At this moment we are in November and need all our players — even if he feels a little different. “There is around one-and-a-half months before the window opens and I don’t think about things like this.…
Pepe has said that he would love his former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo to join him at Besiktas. “If I could choose and if it were possible, of course I would like for Cristiano [Ronaldo] to come here,” he said. “He’s a person for whom I have maximum respect.” Since arriving in Turkey, Pepe has regularly praised his new club’s fans, drawing some protest from supporters back in Madrid. Although linked with a host of clubs including Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain last summer, he said he had been drawn to Besiktas by the affection shown by their fans even before…