The All Progressives Congress (APC) says it has lost one of its respected leaders, Mr Olisaemeka Akamukali, a member of its yet to be inaugurated Board of Trustees (BoT). Malam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party`s National Publicity Secretary, made this known in a statement on Thursday in Abuja, adding that the party received the news of his death with shock. He said the deceased, aged 57, died in a tragic motor accident in Abuja on Tuesday and prayed that the Almighty God grants his immediate family the fortitude to bear the loss. Abdullahi said that the deceased served the APC as…
Author: David Folami
The Federal Government has expressed appreciation to the European Union (EU) Commission for the 143 million Euros support package for the recovery and reconstruction needs in the North-East. The EU Commission announced the support on Thursday in Brussels, Belgium. The Minister of Budget and National Planning, Sen. Udoma Udo Udoma, gave the appreciation in a statement signed by his Media Adviser, James Akpandem in Abuja. According to Udoma, the package is for the provision of basic services including energy, education and health, job creation, strengthening, monitoring and evaluation systems as well as public financial management systems. The minister, who signed…
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo on Thursday met behind closed doors with the Emir of Kano, Malam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, in the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the meeting which took place at the Vice-President’s mini conference room, lasted for about two hours. When accosted by State House correspondents, the Emir declined to comment on the outcome of the meeting. Reports say the Emir was on a “Thank You’’ visit to the acting president, who recently joined other well meaning Nigerians to stop the Kano State House of Assembly from its investigation of alleged misappropriation…
The Minister of Information ,Culture and Tourism on Wednesday said culture could be the mainstay of the country’s economy if well preserved and given the value it deserved. Mohammed made the statement in Lagos when he declared open an exhibition of stolen artifacts recently repatriated from Europe and America. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the exhibition of the no fewer than 150 artifacts was titled “Return of the Lost Treasure ” Some of the artifacts on exhibition at the National Museum include NoK Terracotta head, Oba Esige ivory pendant, Plague of One Ozolua Nibarami Eko and the…
Manchester United new signing Victor Lindelof seems to have getting settled at the city, having dinner at Wings on his first night after he was unveiled. Lindelof’s transfer from Benfica to Manchester United was completed on Wednesday, June 14. Immediately after his unveiling, the 22-year-old headed to Wing’s to have dinner. Wings is a popular Chinese restaurant in Manchester, a regular spot for Manchester United and City players. The Swede was pictured arriving the restaurant with his girlfriend Maja Nilsson. It was a busy evening for the defender who arrived Manchester United by jet before he was chauffeured to Carrington…
Globally, the Nigerian film industry is known as Nollywood. However, in recent years, the Nigerian film industry has gone from being just ‘Nollywood’ to being divided along regional and ethnic lines, thus, the distinct film industries like Kannywood, Callywood and the Yoruba film industry. In an interview with Pulse Nigeria, Ali Nuhu explained the idea behind the term ‘Kannywood.’ He also spoke on the cinema culture in the Northern part of Nigeria. “Globally, when you talk about the movie industry in Nigeria, it’s Nollywood. Why we call the films made in the North Kannywood movies is because the base is…
Big Brother Naija star Bisola Aiyeola and Nollywood actresses Chizzy Alichi and Ka3na Jones are cover stars for House of Maliq’s new issue. The stars chose bold looks for the individual June 2017 covers for the unconventional publication going all out colourful. Big Brother Naija’s Bisola chose a floral lace embellished number with mono shoulder cutout detail paired with tulle neckpiece and matching turban in an image while she opted for an emerald kaftan paired with beaded neckpiece in another look while she let her curly hair down in yet another cover image. Nollywood actress Chizzy Alichi sported a trumpet…
Nigerian Soul singer Waje has playfully worked on a cover of singer Ed Sheeran’s smash hit song ‘Shape of you’. She gives it a go but it doesn’t seem quite to be the best production nor the best vocal delivery from Waje, which could be partly due to the nature of the song.
The minister of information and culture, Lai Mohammed has revealed that President Buhari speaks with Acting President Yemi Osinbajo everyday. This is coming on the heels of a statement issued by Eric Joyce, a former British military officer, calling on Buhari to prove that he is alive. Mohammed also said that the President is aware of Osinbajo’s activities, adding that there is so much trust between the both of them. Speaking on the agitation by some Nigerians for the country to be restructured, the minister said that it is not the priority of the Buhari administration. Mohammed also sad “The…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has condemned leaders and Governors of the South-East region for meeting with Acting President Yemi Osinbajo. The meeting was organised to address issues arising from the quit notice given to Igbos living in the North. According to IPOB, the meeting was an insult to the sensibilities of Biafrans all over the world. The group also described those who attended the meeting as political jobbers who have no right to speak for Igbos, Daily Post reports. According to IPOB’s spokesman, Emma Powerful, “We the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) under the supreme leadership of Mazi…
Suspended member of the House of Representatives, Abdulmumin Jibrin has debunked reports saying that he has been suspended by the All Progressives Congress (APC). Jibrin also described the news as another round of character assassinations from career political antagonizers who are threatened by his advocacy for transparency. The embattled Rep member was recently invited by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to shed more light on the budget padding allegations which he levelled against the House Speaker, Yakubu Dogara. Jibrin, in a statement which he sent to Pulse News, said “My attention has been drawn to a false claim…
Mohamed Salah ‘s birthday wishes were significantly swelled by dozens of Liverpool fans asking for the Roma winger to move to Anfield on Thursday. The Egypt international, who turned 25 on Thursday, is a transfer target for the Reds this summer, with Roma turning down a £28m offer earlier this month. Salah scored 19 goals in all goals competitions last term and Jurgen Klopp is keen to land the pacy wideman as he looks to beef up a squad that has designs on Champions League football this coming season. The Italian side are believed to be holding out for closer…
Former Real Madrid assistant manager Aitor Karanka has hailed Manchester United transfer target Alvaro Morata as a ‘spectacular’ player who can be a success anywhere. The 24-year-old striker is being strongly linked with a big-money move to Old Trafford this summer to link up again with his old manager Jose Mourinho. Karanka, who was Mourinho’s assistant at Real Madrid, knows Morata well from his days as an academy player at the Bernabeu, and believes he’d be a great signing for the Red Devils. ‘Alvaro fits anywhere,’ the former Middlesbrough manager told Cadena Ser. ‘We knew since he was with us…
That is according to former Liverpool defender and pundit Steve Nicol, who says the deal would not be good business for Chelsea. Lukaku is in line to return to the Blues three years after leaving for Everton, in a deal worth around £80million. The Belgium forward would replace Diego Costa at Chelsea, who has been told by manager Antonio Conte to look for a new club. Nicol thinks Lukaku will come out of the deal better than Chelsea as he will have a pay rise and the Blues will have a striker who does not suit their style of play.…
A veteran Nollywood film producer, Chima Okereke, on Thursday cautioned Nigerian film producers against promoting short films, saying this tends to bury the talents of artists. Okereke said that producing short films in the Nollywood Motion Picture Industry (MPI) could also aid the killing of the industry. He told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos that in Nollywood; several talents had fallen by the wayside because they were into short films. He said that such talents thought acting short films was the destination in itself. Okereke said that Hollywood used to encourage the production of short films by…
Lionel Messi vowed to “keep fighting” as Argentina attempt to overcome their World Cup qualifying struggles and seal their place in next year’s tournament in Russia. The two-time world champions are fifth in South American qualifying, with only the top four teams guaranteed a place in the 2018 World Cup. “365 days left to Russia, let’s keep fighting for the dream!” Messi wrote on his Facebook page on Thursday, as Argentina bid to avoid missing the finals for the first time since 1970. Arch-rivals Brazil became the first side to qualify for Russia in March, but Argentina trail fourth-placed Chile…
Senator Dino Melaye has called on the Federal Government to provide stable electricity for Nigerians. Melaye said the government should stop speaking ‘grammar’ and start acting, adding that Nigerians are not interested in stories. The Senator also alleged that the ministry of power has not been sincere to Nigerians about what is happening in the power sector. He also said the government should be sincere to Nigerians, so the cartel in the power sector can be crushed. Melaye has recently been involved in a power tussle with the Governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello. The Senator also accused Governor Bello…
Wizkid is the ultimate style for an exclusive ‘Hunger’ interview. The Nigerian popstar chose to let his cool urban style personality through was styled in retro looks which he rocked well. He did bold colours including a orange suit from Blood Brother paired with Nike trainers and a vibrant Linda Farrow glasses in a look while he sported a premium Topman jacket in warm brown paired with brown tinted glasses in another. He also did a lush black matching hoodie set with graphic details from Stella McCartney, opting for a vibrant animal print inspired hoodie and coat from Liam Hodges…
Dakore Akande, the star of the anticipated movie “Isoken,” spoke recently about her character, challenges encountered and more. In the romantic comedy which is directed by Jade Osiberu, Akande leads a stellar cast to tell the story of a successful but unmarried 34-year-old woman, who has to deal with the societal pressure that comes with being single at a certain age. About “Isoken” “It’s the story of a 34-year-old woman, who is very successful, has a great family, she has great friends. She has a full life, except for the fact that she isn’t married and she has two of…
Yungsix has dropped new music – a freestyle which was reportedly recorded in one take titled ‘Real Quick’. This track comes amidst the success of his Korede Bello assisted ‘Loving you’ and ‘No Favors’ with Dice Alies and Mr. Jollof. Yung6ix’s gearing for a new album titled “High Star”.