Caitlyn Jenner has revealed that she might be running for Senate in the state of California. The reality star transgender disclosed this during an interview with John Catsimatidis on AM 970, saying that she is absolutely considering getting more involved in the political scene. Her revelation comes shortly after 46% of America’s electorate voted that a reality show television host was qualified to run for political offices. Speaking of her potential run for a Senate seat in California, she said: “I have considered it, I like the political side of it. The political side of it has always been very…
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2Face Idibia only has strong words for those making comments that suggests his commitment to raising money for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) is for personal gains. The singer, reacting to critics in an interview with Vanguard News said those who believe he is seeking to keep monies realized from fund raising campaigns need mental care. For the R&B legend, his main goal is to provide support for helpless Nigerians affected by the Boko Haram insurgence in the north east of the country. “My attention is focused more on the individuals and organizations concerned with providing support for IDPs; people who…
John Boyega is the perfect poster boy for GQ Magazine’s August 2017 cover. The Nigerian-British actor sat stylish in earth toned pieces for the cover feature. He sat in a pocket detailed trench for the cover pose donning a light blue shirt with tie looking good for the image. For the spread he went for classic Ralph Lauren fitted pants, Burberry trench, tailored jackets and more flattering looks dishing on his career, fame and marriage amongst other things. John Boyega (with real names John Adedayo B. Adegboyega) won people’s hearts in ‘Half Of A Yellow Sun’ and then ‘Star Wars’.
Foston Musik singer, Patoranking drops the visuals of his record ‘Hale Hale’ off his “God Over Everything” album. ‘Hale Hale’ was shot somewhere in the heart of Togo and directed by Aje Films.
The Minister of information and culture, Lai Mohammed has said that enemies of President Buhari are sponsoring fake news about his administration. Mohammed said the naysayers are using hate speeches and fake news sites to blackmail and discredit Buhari’s government. The Minister said this during the Extra-ordinary Meeting of the National Council on Information (NCI), in Plateau state. According to Daily Post, he said ”The campaign (to discredit the government) is a multi-million naira project and the people behind this string of hate speech, disinformation and fake news are not about to stop. In fact, they will become more vicious…
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai has directed Maj.-Gen. Ibrahim Attahiru, the Theatre Commander, Operation Lafiya Dole, Maiduguri, to capture Abubakar Shekau, self-styled leader of the Boko Haram sect, “dead or alive”. Buratai further directed the Theatre commander to do so within 40 days. A statement issued by the Director, Army Public Relations, Brig.-Gen. Sani Usman, on Friday night, said that Attahiru should “employ all arsenal at the disposal of the Theatre Command to smoke out Shekau wherever he is hiding in Nigeria.” “The general public is please requested to also assist and volunteer information that would lead…
It is all about PDA moments for Prince Odi Okojie, the husband of Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson as seen in a cheeky picture he posted on his Instagram yesterday. The pair were seen in a loved up photo that clearly depicts the huge strength of their romance even after three kids together. Okojie wrote, “She’s the blood that flows through my vein”…Sorry, I had to FLAUNT my TASTE. Happy weekend PEOPLE!!!”. Was he truly apologetic? Don’t bet on it. It is not unusual for the couple to share posts expressing their intense affection for each other which often comes with…
Presidential spokesman, Femi Adesina has alleged that members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have been praying for President Buhari to die. Adesina also said that the President stopped the former ruling party’s dream of ruling the country for 60 years. The presidential spokesman, in an article obtained from Daily Post, also said that God has the final say on Buhari’s health issue. Adesina said “The All Progressives Congress (APC), inspired by Muhammadu Buhari, halted the 60-year pipe dream of PDP at the polls in 2015. Has the latter forgotten? No, they won’t forget till forever. “But so much is…
Godwin Obaseki of Edo on Saturday monitored the conduct of the First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) examination organised by the state ministry of education. The governor told newsmen shortly after inspecting some examination centres in Benin that the aim was to see the method of administration of the exams and improve on it if need be. He said that the focus of his administration was to revamp the education system, especially the universal basic education in order to grow quality and respectful citizens. “My administration is poised to rewarding hard work, diligence and dedication, and these values must be inculcated…
Guinean President, Alpha Condé, on Friday, July 21, 2017, called for prayers for President Buhari. According to Daily Post, Condé called on all Muslims and Christians in Guinea to remember the Nigerian President in their prayers. Reports say the Guinean President made the call while meeting with country’s Council of Ministers. Condé also told newsmen in Guinea that Buhari was supposed to visit the country in March, but could not, because of his health issues. Meanwhile, the Ekiti state Governor, Ayo Fayose has called on Buhari to resign, alleging that he is incapacitated. This is contrary to claims by Acting…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has congratulated the former Governor of Adamawa State, Mr Bala Ngilari on his victory at the Appeal Court. The PDP congratulated Ngilari in a statement issued by Mr Dayo Adeyeye, National Publicity Secretary, PDP National Caretaker Committee, on Saturday in Abuja. On Wednesday, the Court of Appeal in Yola, discharged and acquitted Ngilari of corruption charges levelled against him. Ngilari was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), for misconduct in the award of contract for the purchase of 25 Toyota Hilux truck and misappropriation of over N160 million. Adeyeye said the victory…
Sen. Aisha Alhassan, Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, on Saturday said the Chibok girls were ready for academic session in September and pleaded with abductors to release the remaining girls. Alhassan disclosed this during a lunch with the released Chibok girls and their parents in Abuja. “They will be examined academically and placed appropriately, the ones that are qualified to enter into the university will be allowed to. “The American University, Yola had indicated interest in supporting 21 of the Chibok girls. “We are also meeting with the university to support the remaining girls so that they all…
Gov. Ben Ayade of Cross River has ordered the payment of gratuities to retirees in the state civil service who retired from service in 2014 from the Paris Club Refund. The 2013 retirees are currently being paid their gratuities and pension in the state. Mr Ekpenyong Henshaw, the Head of Service of Cross River, briefing newsmen on Saturday in Calabar, disclosed that the governor had directed the Commissioner for Finance and the Accountant-General of the state to start processes of the payment. According to Henshaw, the second tranche of N6 billion received by the state from the Paris Club Refund…
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu has said that President Buhari will not return from his medical trip abroad. Kanu also said that anyone who opposes the Biafra struggle will end up like the President. The IPOB leader said this while speaking to members of the group in Nri, Anambra state. According to Daily Post, Kanu said “Anybody that stands in the way of Biafra will be destroyed. “I have not made any pronouncement that did not come to pass. “I am saying that there will be no election in Anambra State on No¬vember 18.…
Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde once again insisted that Neymar is going nowhere after the Brazilian starred in Saturday’s 2-1 win over Juventus in the International Champions Cup. After a week in which Neymar’s looked ever closer to Paris Saint-Germain, with a source said an agreement on personal terms has already been reached, he scored two stunning first-half goals at MetLife Stadium. However, the focus turned immediately back to Neymar’s future once the final whistle blew and to the claims that PSG are set to pay his €222 million release clause. “Barca are not going to go without Neymar,” Valverde stressed…
The Oyo State Government says 60 per cent of the latest Paris Club refund of N7.9 billion will be spent on salaries, wages and pensions of workers in the state. Mr Toye Arulogun, the Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism of the state, said this in a statement on Saturday in Ibadan. Arulogun quoted Mr Abimbola Adekanmbi, the State Commissioner for Finance and Budget, as saying this while featuring on a live programme in a private radio station in Ibadan on Saturday. Adekanmbi said that Gov. Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State led- administration was very committed to the welfare of…
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has declared big-money transfer headliners Alvaro Morata and Romelu Lukaku “at the same level” after signing the former for a club record £58 million on Friday. Lukaku appeared certain to return to Stamford Bridge this summer after confirming his desire to leave Everton, only for Manchester United to swoop in and sign the striker at the last minute. The Blues then turned their attention to Morata — who himself looked likely to be joining United — in their bid to strengthen their forward line ahead of next season’s Premier League title defence. Conte, however, believes that…
Wayne Rooney scored his second preseason goal for Everton in Saturday’s 1-1 draw against Genk. Manchester United and England’s record goal scorer marked his first appearance back in an Everton shirt with a fine effort against Gor Mahia earlier this month and was on target again at the Luminus Arena. He produced a neat first-time finish at the back post just before half-time following a cross from Sandro Ramirez and later took the captain’s armband when Leighton Baines left the pitch. New £30 million goalkeeper Jordan Pickford made his first appearance for Everton, as did Sandro, and kept a clean…
Neymar showed exactly why Paris Saint-Germain would be willing to pay his €222 million buyout clause by scoring two stunning goals in Barcelona’s 2-1 International Champions Cup win over Juventus. Barca arrived in the United States on Wednesday and have spent the majority of their time since fending off questions about Neymar’s future and a possible move to France. Ernesto Valverde, Sergio Busquets, Jasper Cillessen and Sergi Roberto have all been in the firing line as the press pinged questions at them about the Brazilian. The stock answer, more or less, has been the same: Neymar is a Barca player.…
Pep Guardiola’s wishes are coming true, as brick by brick he is being allowed to assemble an expensive new Manchester City side. From a squad that could and maybe should have been disassembled a year or two earlier, the rejuvenation is now in full swing. People will gasp at the amounts being spent, but City have held on to many players until they were not fit for purpose and are now being punished for not acting sooner. The market always sees City coming, but this summer’s obvious needs have pushed sellers’ prices higher and higher. As well as an omnipresent…