The third episode of Kemi Adetiba’s web series,”King Women,” features TY Bello. A musician and also a photographer who has captured iconic images, Bello shares her full and true story in the fifth episode of Kemi Adetiba’s King Women. She takes something as abstract as spirituality, and moulds it into something special, practical and personal to her. Before becoming the celebrated Photographer everyone is familiar with, she was once a hair dresser who picked up money from the floor. An interview based series by Adetiba, “King Women” features Nigeria’s powerful women of veteran and champion status, as they tell their…
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Nollywood actress Rita Dominic has opened up on dating, marriage and relationships. The actress in an interview with Schick Magazine revealed that she could have been married a long time ago, but things didn’t work out with the person. The 41-year-old told the publication: “I believe that God is in charge of my life and will present the right man to me at the right time.” she said. Adding that societal pressure also gets to her. “I am a human being and I would be lying to say that it doesn’t sometimes. More so because it’s something I sincerely want…
The President of the Senate, Dr. Bukola Saraki has described Nigerian workers as the pillars and driving force of the nation in view of their invaluable contributions to national development. Saraki made this known in a message signed by his Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, Mr Yusuph Olaniyonu, in Abuja at the weekend to mark this year’s 2017 Workers’ Day celebration. He lauded the resilience and commitment of workers in both the formal and informal sector describing their contribution to the nation and the economy as “priceless’’. “From the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) that contribute over 47 per cent…
Gov. Aminu Masari of Katsina State on Sunday in Abuja restated the commitment of his administration to reposition the state into an economic hub of the country. The governor gave the assurance at an interactive session with the state indigenes resident in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Masari, who described the session as bipartisan gathering, said it was aimed at reviewing the various policies implemented by his administration since inception with a view to charting a way forward. He stressed that the goal of his administration was to create an enabling environment that would encourage both local and international investors…
The Speaker, House of Representatives, Mr Yakubu Dogara, on Sunday said that increasing workers’ salary had become necessary in view of the rising cost of living in the country. In a statement by his Special Adviser, Media and Public Affairs, Mr Turaki Hassan, to mark the 2017 Workers’ Day, Dogara said that the House was committed to passing a new minimum wage bill. The speaker reiterated the resolve of the parliament to enact a new wage bill for Nigerian workers. “I wish to congratulate the entire Nigerian workers as they join their counterparts the world over in commemorating the International…
Tottenham underlined their superiority over Arsenal with a convincing 2-0 win at White Hart Lane on Sunday. The result confirms that Spurs will finish above Arsenal for the first time in Arsene Wenger’s two-decade reign. The Gunners were arguably lucky to avoid losing by a bigger margin, with Tottenham culpable of missing some gilt-edged chances before Dele Alli and Harry Kane put their rivals to the sword. Positives Perhaps the one consolation is that Arsenal weren’t on the end of a serious thrashing. Had Spurs been more clinical, this could have been embarrassing for Wenger’s men. They’ll also take some…
Manchester City know that they’ll need to offer Borussia Dortmund a pretty sweet deal if they are to cash-in on highly prized asset Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The Gabon international is one of Europe’s very best strikers, having found the back of the net 35 times this season, and cash alone may not be enough to convince Thomas Tuchel’s side to sell. The Sun, however, says that there has been a breakthrough in talks between the two clubs, with Pep Guardiola reportedly prepared to offer 20-year-old wonderkid Kelechi Iheanacho as a sweetener to get the £60 million deal across the line. Iheanacho…
Vincent Kompany has said it is vital that Manchester City secure a Champions League place and predicted Pep Guardiola’s second season in charge could be “exceptional.” City have qualification in their own hands despite dropping points in Sunday’s 2-2 draw at relegation-threatened Middlesbrough. While Guardiola will finish a season without a trophy for the first time in his managerial career, Kompany believes a top-four finish will build anticipation. And the City captain said the players were desperate to secure a Champions League place for a seventh successive season. “I’d swing the hammer if I had to, if I thought there…
Yung6ix has revealed that he is far from threatened by his musical counterparts especially those within his own genre. During a chat with Sunday Scoop, the rapper also revealed the reason why he named his label Kash Kamp Trick Billionaire Music. Yung6ix said, “My ambition is to become a billionaire and I am consciously working towards that. That is why I titled my last EP, Billionaire Ambitions. “I have my eyes set on being a music mogul so that I can empower other young artistes out there. Even now, I try to do that as I regularly give out cash…
Veteran Nollywood actress, Clarion Chukwurah shared this photo of her three sons, Robert, Brian and Clarence Peters. Born to different fathers, award-winning video director, Clarence is the son of Sir Shina Peters. The actress who now lives in the US with her newly married husband, Anthony Boyd said she raised soldiers. She wrote on Instagram, “Robert, Brian and Clarence. I raised Soldiers. Motherhood is LOVE beyond imagination, Loyalty beyond understanding. Fatherhood? LOVE beyond human definition, beyond Betrayal cause His Name is JESUS CHRIST. Deuteronomy 28, 1-14. Happy New Month…it’s a new day.” Meanwhile, the 51-yr-old veteran actress and her fiancé,…
On April 30, 2017, Sauce Kid real name, Babalola Falemi was reported to have been incarcerated in a US jail. His arrest was made known on Instagram by a friend, rapper Willy Bang, who posted a 2016 mugshot of the rapper with the caption, “#FreeSinzu Miss Ma G @chiefhunnitbands.” Further investigation revealed that the 32-year-old was arrested and booked on July 26, 2016, in Idaho for Grand Theft. His last post on Instagram was 20 weeks ago when he wished Dammy Krane a happy birthday. Meanwhile, just four weeks ago Tee Billz posted a picture of Sauce Kid and the…
GWorldwide artist, Kiss Daniel is also a year older today! Popular for his hit song ‘Woju’ and ‘Laye’, Kiss Daniel would definitely be having a party to celebrate!
Nigerian comedian Helen Paul also turns a year older today. “Thank God almighty for the gift of life. I love you, Jesus,” she wrote on Instagram.
Today on May Day, Dr Sid of the Supreme Mavin Dynasty is 36 years old. The ‘Surulere’ singer took to Instagram writing, “I am truly blessed, this year we shall all move on to #GreaterThings thanks for all the birthday wishes. I am humbled.”
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revealed why he did not declare his assets publicly. The former President said he did not make his assets public , because it was not the right thing to do as President. Jonathan also revealed that he did not want to declare his assets publicly when he was Vice-President, adding that President Yar’Adua asked him to do it. The former President also said that the public declaration of his assets will not reduce corruption. He said “It is not the President declaring his assets that will end Boko Haram and whether I am criticised from…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has commended the Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose for showing support for their leader, Nnamdi Kanu. The Ekiti state Governor was seen in court with the IPOB leader during his bail hearing in Abuja. The spokesman of IPOB, Emma Powerful, who said Fayose is a honorary Biafran, was full of praises for Governor. He said “We also acknowledge the immense contributions of Femi Fani-Kayode and the honorary Biafran, Governor Ayodele Fayose, who did what no South-East or South-South governor had the courage to do.” Powerful also said it takes courage for a prominent figure…
Ekiti state workers have opposed plans by labour union leaders to honour Governor Ayo Fayose. The aggrieved workers under the aegis of Enlightened Workers Forum (EWF), say they have suffered a lot due to the non-payment of their salaries. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress (TUC), Joint Negotiating Council (JNC) are planning to honour Fayose with the Comrade Governor Award. The workers also allege that the unions met with the Governor, who promised to donate N10m to their cause. The EWF co-ordinator, Mike Bamidele, in a statement made available to Daily Post, said “By the way, why ths…
The author of the new book, Against the Run of Play, Segun Adeniyi has said that former President Goodluck Jonathan did not discredit his book. Jonathan, in a statement which he posted on Twitter, said that most of the accounts in the book were distorted. The former President also vowed to give an undiluted account of what really transpired before, during and after the 2015 elections. According to Premium Times, Adeniyi, who is also the chairman of the editorial board of ThisDay, said Jonathan debunked claims made by other respondents. Adeniyi also said “The respondents President Jonathan was referring to…
Gov. Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State has promised to spare no effort in ensuring that the state clears the four months outstanding salaries of workers in the state. He made the disclosure in a statement signed by his Special Adviser, Communication and Strategy, Mr Yomi Layinka on Sunday, ahead of the commemoration of 2017 Workers’ Day celebration. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the state owes the workers four months salaries, having cleared the backlog till December 2016. Ajimobi urged the workers to continue to put in their best and key into the state government’s reform agenda aimed…
Personal Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on New Media, Bashir Ahmad has denied reports that the president is being fed through tubes. Ahmad’s denial follows a report by Sahara Reporters that Buhari’s health had so deteriorated that he was receiving food and drink intravenously. “The story like many of its kind is untrue, as @GarShehu said on Thursday, there is no need for apprehension over President Buhari’s health,” Ahmad wrote via Twitter. He was referring to a statement by presidential spokesman, Garba Shehu who urged Nigerians not to worry about the president’s health. Buhari’s health has been a major topic…