Ahmed Makarfi, National Chairman, National Caretaker Committee, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has talked about the party’s commitment to honouring its zoning agreement. “I want to expatiate that the Supreme Court has also affirmed the supremacy of our convention. “I wish to emphasize that the Supreme Court in affirming the authenticity of our caretaker committee has also reaffirmed the supremacy of decisions of the convention. “One of the decisions taken at the convention is that of the composition of the caretaker committee and that of zoning of presidency and party chairman. “As for the issue of micro zoning, I believe that…
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Tanko Yakasai, believes the Minister of State for Petroleum, Ibe Kachikwu leaked his own letter to President Buhari to ridicule the Commander in Chief. He said, “My feelings was that the leakage of the letter was simply made to embarrass the president and create an impression that he is not serious about following due process. “It is unimaginable to assume that the leak of that letter can happen without the knowledge or even the consent of the minister or anybody who is the author of such document. “I know for sure that critical communication at the higher level are normally…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has revealed that Vice President Yemi Osinbajo approved the controversial oil contracts that further reduced the sincerity of the ongoing anti-corruption fight. In a statement issued yesterday, the NNPC said Osinbajo signed the approval of two oil contracts worth N640 billion during his time as the acting president. The “Acting President Yemi Osinbajo gave the approval”, spokesperson for the NNPC, Ndu Ugamadu, said in the statement. But Osinbajo’s office is yet to confirm or deny the approval claims when the online news platform requested for comments. The NNPC also said it received presidential approvals…
Governor Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto State says those who believe that the north of Nigeria is afraid of a restructuring of Nigeria, are nothing but liars. “The idea that the north is against restructuring because it benefits most from the current state of things is circumscribed and patently false”, the Sokoto State Governor said. He added that, “the fact that some people continue to parrot such a lie only help to give credence to the flawed argument. Let us be clear: the north wants restructuring as much as anyone else. “However, as a people we do not easily jump onto…
Yemi Osinbajo has attended a meeting with a delegation from the Family Planning (FP) 2020 Reference Group who paid him a courtesy call at the Presidential Villa. In his remarks, Prof. Osinbajo expressed the Federal Government’s commitment to create more awareness on proper family planning in the country as it was crucial to national development. He further said through its initiatives, the Buhari administration will continue to support the legacy of Osotimehin, who was a strong advocate for public health and the rights of women and girls. In attendance were the Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole, and the Minister…
Yemi Osinbajo has reassured the citizens of the FG’s commitment to securing the release of the remaining abducted Chibok girls. Prof Osinbajo said, “We want to be able to challenge men and women all over the world about this sort of behaviour, and this is one of the reasons why we are advocating that this kind of conduct must be met with the greatest possible objection and force. “It is very important for us that those girls are returned; anyone who has a friend or child or anyone among the girls recognises that girls are more vulnerable than men, especially…
Femi Falana has accused the Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Maikanti Baru of illegalities in giving out contracts without the consent of the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachikwu. “It is pertinent to state, without any fear of contradiction, that by virtue of section three of the NNPC Act the GMD as the chief executive of the corporation shall be responsible for the execution of the policy of the corporation and the day-to-day running of the corporation’s activities and its associated services,” he said. “But contrary to the erroneous impression conveyed by the…
Lionel Messi has said “it would have been crazy a World Cup without Argentina” after his sublime hat trick secured the nation’s qualification for the tournament. “Fortunately everything went well and we are into the World Cup,” he said. “We are calm now after achieving the main goal — that is the most important thing. All this time that we were away from the press, the fans helped us to be closer. “It would have been crazy a World Cup without Argentina, this group didn’t deserve it. The team will change, will grow a lot and will come out stronger.…
Ayodele Fayose has described President Muhammadu Buhari and those he is working with as hypocrites. Fayose has been a regular critic of the Buhari administration since it started. Fayose said Buhari is “treating corruption involving his men as family affair”. “When miscreants write petitions to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, against perceived opponents of President Buhari, EFCC will act immediately, but when known Nigerians, including members of Buhari’s government raise allegations of corruption against close allies of the President, the EFCC will look the other way.” “As posited by APC Senator, Shehu Sani, we are in a situation…
Gernot Rohr has confirmed that a home defeat by South Africa in June was the wake-up call for his team. “That match was a big wake-up call for us,” Rohr told the NFF. “Now that we have the World Cup ticket, we will go all out for the AFCON ticket and get it.” “I am very excited to be working with this team: a blend of the experienced and the young and ambitious ones. They are a delight to be with at all times, and I believe we are on to great things. “At the beginning of the qualifying series,…
Jose Mourinho says Manchester United have nothing to prove at Anfield on Saturday but has warned his team are better equipped to win there than they were last season. “We have to prove nothing,” he told Sky Sports. “We have our objectives for the season, we know where we want to go and how we have to go. “This is press talk, or pundit talk: ‘We have something to prove, [Romelu] Lukaku has to score, we have to win’ [is what they say]. One match, one result, one performance. That’s not going to change anything. “You can say, like some…
Tottenham have received injury boost after the return of long-term absentees Erik Lamela and Danny Rose to team training. Lamela has not kicked a ball on the pitch for nearly a year due to persistent problems in both hips, while Rose has been sidelined since January with a knee injury. Both players have undergone surgery since they last played but the duo joined group training on Wednesday, with the club confirming that they were continuing their rehabilitation alongside the rest of the first-team squad. Since featuring against Liverpool in last season’s League Cup fourth-round defeat on Oct. 25, Lamela has…
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes is a candidate to become the next manager of Oldham Athletic. Scholes met officials from the League One side on Wednesday morning to discuss the possibility of replacing John Sheridan, who was dismissed last month. Richie Wellens, a former youth team player at Old Trafford, has led Oldham to three consecutive wins since taking over from Sheridan on a temporary basis. Scholes, a boyhood Oldham fan, has no experience in management but was part of Ryan Giggs’ coaching staff at United when the Welshman was made caretaker manager for four games in 2014 following David…
Dani Alves has said the door is open for Alexis Sanchez to join him and Neymar at Paris Saint-Germain in the future after Brazil ended Chile’s hopes of qualification for the 2018 World Cup in Russia. “He is wanted by many teams,” Alves told reporters in the mixed zone. “It would be good if he came with us. I will always appreciate him. I want what is best for him wherever he goes.” When asked if he had spoken with former Barcelona teammate Sanchez, Alves added: “I didn’t want to speak much because I know how tough it is and…
Keylor Navas could miss Saturday’s game at Getafe after suffering a strain in his right leg while away on international duty, the club have confirmed. Navas could also be out for Tuesday’s Champions League match at home to Tottenham. Costa Rica international Navas suffered the injury during the draw with Honduras on Saturday that clinched their place at the World Cup. He was allowed to leave the squad ahead of Tuesday’s game against Panama, and Costa Rica doctor Alejandro Ramirez told his federation’s official website: “After the game against Honduras, Keylor felt an issue in his right leg. Real confirmed…
Manchester United head to Anfield this weekend in their first real test of the season. Manchester City, who are level on points with United, have already faced Liverpool and Chelsea, while United haven’t played anyone from the expected top four. Facing Liverpool could offer the first real indicator as to whether Jose Mourinho’s team can be genuine title contenders this season. The former Chelsea manager has a better record against Liverpool than any other team, but in his first trip to Anfield as United boss, his side left with a 0-0 draw that saw them manage the lowest possession they’ve…
Chelsea could be without N’Golo Kante and Alvaro Morata at Crystal Palace on Saturday. The Premier League champions are still chilling to learn the full extent of midfielder Kante’s hamstring injury, which he sustained while on international duty with France. Even though Chelsea are optimistic Morata’s hamstring injury is not as bad as first feared, head coach Antonio Conte could choose to give the Spain striker and Kante additional rest ahead of next week’s Champions League clash at home to Roma. Kante came off in the first half of France’s 1-0 win in Bulgaria on Saturday and withdrew from Les…
Liverpool will honour club legend Kenny Dalglish ahead of their upcoming clash with Manchester United at Anfield. The Reds have announced plans to unveil new branding of the Kenny Dalglish Stand and organise mosaics in two stands prior to kickoff on Oct. 14 to recognise the Scot’s service to the club. In May, Liverpool’s owners Fenway Sports Group, took the decision to rename the Centenary Stand as the Kenny Dalglish Stand in line with the club’s 125th anniversary. Dalglish is widely regarded as the best player in the Liverpool’s history, scoring 172 goals in 515 appearances after joining from Celtic…
After an overwhelming demand for tickets, K. Dot will play more gigs on this side of the Atlantic come February Kendrick Lamar has extended his UK and European tour after an overwhelming demand for tickets from fans. The Compton rapper will properly tour on this side of Atlantic for the first since 2013 with the new jaunt, which kicks off in Dublin on February 7. James Blake will support on all dates. Lamar has now added extra dates in both London and Paris due to an overwhelming demand for tickets for the ‘DAMN.’ tour. The rapper will return to the…
Nobody looks better in a ballgown than Rihanna. The Bajan beauty modeled a fabulously amazing creation as she posed for Instagram pictures on Tuesday. And while the yards and yards of flouncy tulle could have looked a little showy on anyone else, Rihanna knew just how to style herself. The 29-year-old teamed the fairytale gown with the perfect accessories – stylish black sunglasses, simple white pumps and a whole lot of attitude. The result was the perfect contrast between sweetness and style, and showed just why Rihanna is a favorite of designers and fashion magazines alike. The singer tagged her…