Nollywood star actress, Mercy Johnson, who in March 2017 was appointed as the senior special assistant on Entertainment, Arts and Culture to Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, attended the first Stakeholders Summit on Entertainment, Art and Culture in Collaboration with Kogi Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs on the 26th of April. The event gathered special dignitaries including the governor of the Kogi State to deliberate on the possible ways to move the entertainment industry to the apex level in the state.
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Months ago, photos of upcoming actress Jemima Osunde were splashed on social media with the false claim that she was the daughter of the legendary actress Genevieve Nnaji. Now, the actress has gotten the opportunity of a lifetime as she co-stars alongside Nnaji in the legend’s directional debut, ‘Lionheart’. This hearty news was shared on Instagram yesterday by Bellanaija, which revealed that the new project is currently being shot on location in Enugu. Nnaji had made her debut as a movie producer with her successful film, ‘Long Road to Yesterday’, and now, she adds another feather to her already-decorated heart…
Prominent lawyer, Femi Falana and some civil society groups have urged President Muhammadu Buhari to go on medical leave with immediate effect. The call was made via a joint statement signed by Falana and other activists, titled “President Buhari should take medical leave immediately.” The statement reads in part: “As we join the Nigerian people of goodwill to pray for a speedy recovery of President Buhari, we are compelled to advise him to heed the advice of his personal physicians by taking a rest to attend to his health without any further delay.” “A few weeks ago, the Governor of…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says the living conditions of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Borno has significantly improved. The North-East Coordinator of the agency, Malam Muhammad Kanar, stated this while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Maiduguri. Kanar said this followed collaborative efforts by stakeholders. He said unlike before, the IDPs were now living in a better environment due to such efforts. “Actually, everything is going on well for the IDPs now, this is because of the collaboration between all stakeholders toward addressing their problems.” “We have lots of international organisations and donor agencies working…
The Osinbajo panel is not leaving any stone unturned as they work to investigate the corruption allegations levelled against Babachir Lawal. Lawal was suspended from his position as the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) by President Buhari to pave way for his investigation. The Senate had indicted the suspended SGF for allegedly misappropriating funds meant for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). According to Vanguard, Lawal was summoned at night on Monday, May 1, 2017, by the Osinbajo panel to shed more light on the grass cutting contract. The panel also discovered that the suspended SGF was still a…
Manchester United have contacted Torino to register their interest in striker Andrea Belotti, sources have told ESPN FC. United manager Jose Mourinho is determined to add two forwards to his squad this summer, with Atletico Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann the priority target. And Mourinho is also considering a move for Belotti, 23, who has scored 27 goals in 34 appearances for Torino this season, with 25 of those coming in 31 Serie A games. Sources have told ESPN FC that senior figures at United have discussed the Italy international with their Torino counterparts, who secured the player to a new contract…
Ashley Young admits Manchester United’s failure to put teams away at Old Trafford has undermined them this season, while Jose Mourinho has hinted he could play his under-23 side in the season’s final game against Crystal Palace. United were 1-0 up against relegation strugglers Swansea on Sunday but had to settle for a point when Gylfi Sigurdsson equalised with a free-kick 11 minutes from time. That was their 14th draw of the Premier League season and 10th at home, a record that has compromised their top-four push and left them trailing rivals Manchester City and Liverpool. Young did not sugarcoat…
David De Gea is not pushing to leave Manchester United this summer, sources have said, despite being linked with a transfer to Real Madrid. Last week, Spanish newspaper Marca reported De Gea had agreed personal terms ahead of a move. But sources have told ESPN FC that De Gea has not indicated he wants to leave Old Trafford at the end of the season. He still has two years left on the contract he signed following the breakdown of his move to Real Madrid 2015. There is also an option to extend the deal for an extra year to 2020…
Amerrican singer Janet Jackson has finally opened up about her split from millionaire husband, Wissam Al Mana. The music star shared a YouTube video to her fans addressing her split. “Hey, you guys, it’s me, Jan — just in case you don’t recognise me, ’cause I have put on quite a few since I had the baby,” she began, smiling. “But I thank God, I thank God for him, you guys. He is so healthy, so beautiful, so sweet, so loving, such a happy baby.” She went on to address her recent split from her husband, Wissam Al Mana, adding,…
Popular Nollywood actress, Hilda Dokubo has berated pirates of creative works – mostly movies and music saying they are worst than serial rapists. Speaking at the World Intellectual Day forum organised by the AVRS last week, the popular actress said it’s sad that pirates have made the entertainment industry unattractive for intending and potential investors. “It’s sad that the pirates have left us in a state of comatose as practitioners. I say it loud and clear that if you pirate, duplicate to sell our works after several days and months of hardwork that we have put in just to reap…
Drake and Nicki Minaj are turning the Billboard Music Awards into a Young Money affair. On Monday (May 1), BBMA announced a portion of its performer lineup and it already includes Drizzy and Nicki. To go along with the Young Money duo, the event will also feature Bruno Mars, Camila Cabello, Ed Sheeran, John Legend, Lorde, and more. The 6 God’s presence comes on the heels of his 22 nominations. Tied with The Chainsmokers, Drake leads all other nominees in categories including Top Artist, Top Male Artist, Top Billboard 200 Artist, Top Hot 100 Artist, and Top Songs Sales Artist.…
Innocent Udeme Udofot a.k.a Mc Galaxy born on the 2nd of May in Uyo, started as a comedian and dancer. His career kicked off in the comedy scene starting with winning GLO Rock and Rule competition in 2009. In early 2012, he took part in the Davido dance competition and won the 500k naira prize. Later on he created the ‘Kukere’ dance that got an amazing 10 million views all over the world. In early 2013 he teamed up with Africa’s biggest Star Davido to release the hugely popular Ibibio song titled ‘Nek Unek’ and got an incredible 9 Million…
Following reports that he abused his wife, Mercy Aigbe, of seven years, Lanre Gentry took to Instagram to share throwback photos of the both of them. The hotelier seems to be trying to win back the affections of his wife. Describing Mercy as his queen (Olori) and wife (Iyawo), the businessman put up a photo of the both of them on Instagram on May 1, 2017. Meanwhile, Mercy Aigbe is definitely moving on from all the domestic violence drama. The popular Yoruba actress has handed everything over to God. In her latest post on Instagram today, May 1, 2017, she…
Today is Nigerian singer, Chidinma Ekile and MC Galaxy’s birthday! Born May 2, 1991, Chidinma Ekile is a Nigerian singer-songwriter, recording artist and stage performer. She rose to fame following her winning the third season of MTN Project Fame West Africa. Following the release of the music video for her ‘Emi Ni Baller’ single, she became the first female musician to peak at number 1 on the MTV Base Official Naija Top 10 chart. In 2011, she released her first solo single ‘Jankoliko’ featuring Sound Sultan. ‘Chidinma’, her self-titled debut studio album, was released through the music platform Spinlet. It…
Former President Olusegun Obsasnjo was in Minna on Monday, May 1, 2017, for a closed door meeting with former Head of State, Ibrahim Babangida and Abdulsalami Abubakar. According to Leadership, Obasanjo was received at the Minna airport by the Niger State governor, Abubakar Sani Bello and discreetly driven to the venue of the meeting. Reports say the meeting was held at the Hilltop residence of General Babangida. Sources also say the meeting, which lasted two hours, did not start until all domestic staff were asked to leave the inner chambers. According to reports, all visitors to the residence were restricted…
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Chris Ngige, on Monday blamed the disruption and protest by workers at the May Day celebration in Abuja on factions in the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC). Ngige told newsmen on the sideline of the celebration that what happened was as result of infiltration by non-workers into the rally venue and not necessarily workers anger about minimum wage. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event was disrupted for close to one hour by workers who barred government officials from delivering the speech from the federal government. He said that the workers…
Former minister of aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode has said that he did not receive N2b from the Rivers state government. The minister of transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, in an interview, alleged that Fani-Kayode was given N2b by Peter Odili’s administration. Amaechi said the former minister pocketed the money which was meant for the repair of a runway and walked away. In his response, Fani-Kayode described Amaechi’s allegations as absurd, Daily Post reports. He said “First and foremost, I wasn’t given any money by Rivers State Government, it was my predecessor office that was given a loan by Rivers State Government and the…
Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje says he is not bowing to blackmailers who said he was not working but sleeping. The Governor stated this during an interactive session with labour unions as part of May Day celebration at the Government House, Kano. He said that his political opponents could not differentiate between sleeping and pretending. “My opponents always complain that I sleep at public functions but I want them to try and differentiate between the two. ”Political blackmail is not an issue to me because I am used to it and will continue to work for the good people of…
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Yakubu Dogara, has congratulated British-Nigerian boxer, Anthony Oluwafemi Olaseni Joshua on clinching the unified world heavyweight champion title. This was made known in a statement released by his Special Adviser on media and publicity, Turaki Hassan, in Abuja on Monday. Dogara said “I would like to congratulate the World Heavyweight champion, Anthony Olaseni Joshua, for this great feat that he has achieved. His dedication, discipline and commitment to boxing has paid off, as his is now a household name. “The young man’s affinity for Nigeria is also apparent and commendable, as he has…
The former new media aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan has slammed the minister of communications, Adebayo Shittu on Twitter over comments on GEJ. According to Daily Post, Shittu said former President Jonathan never symbolised anything for Nigeria, adding that Buhari is a father figure. The minister also said Nigerians will beg Buhari to run for second term in 2019. In his Twitter response, Omori said “Shittu says PMB is a father to Nigerians and GEJ was not, yet GEJ never gave Bayelsa preferential recruitment but PMB gave Katsina with DSS. “Adebayo Shittu says Buhari is like a father to Nigerians…