Governor Ayo Fayose of Ekiti state has said that he never said that he will kill himself if President Buhari ever came back to the country. Idowu Adelusi, a representative of Fayose said the false story is being leaked by the Ekiti chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC). “Mr. Fayose never said he would commit suicide if the President returns to the country. “It is the creation of the APC. It is their style to create such falsehood.” Another aide of the governor, Olayinka said “Kindly disregard this statement, as it did not emanate from Governor Fayose. “It is…
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Senate president, Dr Bukola Saraki, has confirmed receipt of President Muhammadu Buhari’s resumption letter to the National Assembly. “I have received a letter from President Muhammadu Buhari informing the Senate that he has returned to the country. “I have also acknowledged the letter.’’ President Muhammadu Buhari had written to the National Assembly telling it about his medical trip to London, which he started on May 7. He had transferred power to the Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, to take over in his absence. He returned to Nigeria last week, August 19, 2017, after spending over 100 days in London.
Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta has called on the Inspector-General of Police to oversee adequate police personnel to states in order to effectively check insecurity across the country. “The police in Delta are doing very well given the shortage of manpower. “It is my hope that with the recent recruitment into the Police Force, more manpower will be deployed to the state. “They will cover the various identified black spots and improve on the security situation in the country. “A nation with a growing population like Nigeria needs to improve on the manpower and equip the police so as to…
Ayo Fayose has requested of President Buhari to deliver the gains of democracy to Nigerians. “We are happy that President Buhari is back, it is a welcome development but Nigerians are hungry, they need food, they need development. “We in PDP know what is right for Nigerians and we know that democracy is strengthened by opposition. APC should face governance squarely and give Nigerians democratic dividends.” “This is a new beginning for our party, it is part of the efforts of our party to ensure due process and that everybody gets justice. With the calibre of men in our national…
Samuel Ortom has said that those asking for the resignation of President Buhari need to have their head examined. “Those calling for Buhari’s resignation should have their heads examined. There is nothing special about a human being getting sick. They should rather pray for him. The good thing is that God has answered Nigerians’ prayers and restored him,” he added. “There is no reason for any group to give any ultimatum to anybody or group in my state. The law on grazing is not meant to give anyone breeding cattle in any part of my state any ultimatum to leave…
John Oyegun has come out to say that President Buhari’s speech on Monday, August 21, 2017, was on point. He also said that the speech addressed key issues plaguing the country. “You see, he is the President of this nation. He has been away for quite a bit of time. Agents of destabilisation have been very much at work because they thought his absence created a gap and a weakness within the polity which they tried to exploit. “So, Mr. President, in his wisdom, discerned that the stability, unity, peace and security of this nation and the ordinary Nigerian are…
Although Rihanna and Hassan Jameel tend to keep their blossoming romance under wraps, we’ve learned that the businessman is smitten over RiRi’s independent nature! And, he’d never dream of changing one thing about the singer! Rihanna, 29, and Hassan Jameel, 29, have got something good going on. While the pair have yet to address their relationship, it’s what they don’t say that’s got everyone talking. After the two reportedly snuck out for a date night in London on August 16, we learned that Hassan believes he’s finally found someone who checks off all his boxes. In fact, “he would never…
Harry Styles is set to follow in the footsteps of Adele by having his own hour-long special on the BBC, hosted by close friend Nick Grimshaw. Harry Styles at The BBC will feature performances from his self-titled solo album and exclusive chats as he recounts finding fame with One Direction, before breaking out to become a solo megastar in his own right. It’s set to be recorded in Manchester next week, and fans can apply to be in the audience ahead of it airing on TV in November. Describing the show, Grimshaw said: “Harry is a great performer and full…
When Beyoncé loves something, the whole world hears about it. The superstar fills her Instagram and Beyonce.com updates with perfectly composed selfies, featuring luxury brands like Gucci and Saint Laurent. But every so often, she does happen upon a great piece that’s also a steal. Taking to Instagram today to share her latest ensemble—a sultry crimson minidress with ruching—Beyoncé looked the part of a platinum-selling pop diva, but her come hither look was surprisingly accessible. At just $179, the House of CB tulle dress did not break the bank, but its curve-hugging silhouette was a show-stopping choice. Highlighting her post-baby…
Monalisa Chinda is one of the lucky few to get a second bite at love and she is convinced that he is the one for her. The Nollywood actress and mother-of-one revealed that her second husband, Victor Coker, is her new man. “I found that I was at peace with him. “He is God-fearing and has a good relationship with his family. I also always like to be in his company, and I knew it deep inside me that I had found the one. “He loves my daughter like his own child and she feels very comfortable with him as…
Emeka Ike is ready to take his ex-wife, Emma, back but only on the condition that she ‘confesses.’ The Nollywood actor has come out to say this despite the fact that his wife was the one who asked for the divorce in the face of all his pleas. Emeka Ike replied about his break from acting, “I tried to restructure the man, Emeka Ike. Emeka Ike is a leader and as a leader, you need to appraise and reappraise your empire and achievements. So, I have been appraising my constituency and I am happy that we are moving forward. At…
Despite news that broke recently that Dammy Krane has been found innocent of the fraud charges levelled against him, Jet company, Tap Jets has said nothing like that has happened. The company who the singer allegedly defrauded has revealed via a statement, that the singer is not close to being free and that no court has acquitted him. “There is a 180-day delay in bringing full charges. Information from our attorney indicated that his accomplice, Chukwuebuka Ilochonwu, is giving police full cooperation. “This was why they asked for 180 days to bring big charges. So he is not free. Court…
A video showing a pregnant Funke Akindele has taken over the internet. The Nollywood actress can be seen anchoring a show sponsored with her cute baby bump. JJC Skillz had already denied the rumours though. According to him, “My post on Instagram about my wife having twins was a prophecy from Olowogbogboro. “Nathaniel Bassey came online and he had the prophecy, so I just tapped into it. “If you look at my tweet, you would see what I wrote, I said I heard this news where he gave a big testimony, he gathered people around to pray for my wife…
Nigerian dancehall singer Patoranking is expecting his first child with an unknown lady. “Daddy Yo ❤ Thank God,” he captioned an adorable photo of himself and baby mama sporting a huge bump. Congratz to him. He was announced as one of the judges for the maiden edition of the singing competition The Voice Nigeria.
Jay Z has been revealing things on some issues that has remained unclear to his fans for a while. After speaking up about his beef with Kanye West, the legend has now spoken up about his 2014 elevator feud with sister-in-law, Solange Knowles. “We’ve always had a great relationship. “I fought my brothers and argued with my brothers my whole life. It just so happens, who we are, these things go into a different space, but it ain’t nothing.” “We’ve had one disagreement ever,” he said. “Before and after, we’ve been cool. She’s like my sister. I will protect her.…
Rochas Okorocha has said that the reshuffling of the Federal cabinet must happen sooner rather than later. Okorocha also said “It (cabinet reshuffle) is long overdue. The return of Mr President is good news to all Nigerians and not just the APC and we must always remember that President Muhammadu Buhari is a president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and so we all thank God for his safe arrival and that he is in good health and we pray that God will grant him the wisdom with which to carry out the affairs of this nation. “It is true…
President Buhari has promised to check the recurrent issue of herdsmen clashing with farmers in various states of the country. “Terrorists and criminals must be fought and destroyed relentlessly so that the majority of us can live in peace and safety. “Therefore we are going to reinforce and reinvigorate the fight not only against; elements of Boko Haram which are attempting a new series of attacks on soft targets, kidnappings, farmers versus herdsmen clashes; in addition to ethnic violence fuelled by political mischief makers. We shall tackle them all.” mMuhammadu Buhari arrived at the Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport, Abuja in…
President Buhari, during his speech on Monday, August 21, 2017, subbed the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. “Nigeria’s unity is settled and not negotiable. We shall not allow irresponsible elements to start trouble and when things get bad they run away and saddle others with the responsibility of bringing back order, if necessary with their blood.” According to Buhari, “In 2003 after I joined partisan politics, the late Chief Emeka Ojukwu came and stayed as my guest in my hometown Daura. Over two days we discussed in great depth till late into the night and analyzed the problems…
The Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Muhammadu Buhari, Femi Adesina has said the president will resume his office on Monday, August 21, 2017. He said, “Later this morning that letter will be transmitted and that letter is what signifies his coming back into office. It will be done today. When notified on the current recess of the National Assembly, he replied, “Transmitting it is what the constitution requires. Once it is sent, he becomes president automatically. They don’t have to read it or debate it, No. What the Constitution requires is for him to send it. Once…
President Buhari has slammed the quit notice issued to by Northern youths and Niger Delta militants to Igbos and Hausas respectively. The President said that all Nigerians has the right to live in any part of the country without hindrance. “Every Nigerian has the right to live and pursue his business anywhere in Nigeria without let or hindrance. “I believe the very vast majority of Nigerians share this view.” “This is not to deny that there are legitimate concerns. Every group has a grievance. But the beauty and attraction of a federation is that it allows different groups to air…