Following an injunction which was served Omoni Oboli, Dioni Visions and Filmone Distribution, the scheduled screening of “Okafor’s Law” didn’t hold. Addressing the invited guests at the IMAX Cinema, the filmmaker broke down in tears as she stated that the script and movie were created ‘100 %’ by her. She further described the court injunction as bullying and abuse of the law. She was supported on the stage by MO Abudu, Kemi Lala Akindoju, Chioma Chukwuka, Ufuoma McDermott among others. “I’m so honoured that you’re all here today, thank you so much. Thank you for honouring me, thank you for…
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President Muhammadu Buhari would reportedly insist on his choice of Ibrahim Magu as the substantive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). According to The Nation, Buhari is studying the reasons given by the Senate for the rejection of Magu, and that he would make his position known to the upper chamber in the coming week. The report said Buhari prefers and trusts Magu to oversee the affairs of the anti-graft agency and that he is not convinced that the man is not fit for the job. The source said: “Personally, the President prefers Magu and he is…
Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo state has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to release Nnamdi Kanu in the spirit of national reconciliation. Kanu, who is in Kuje Prison, is the leader of the Indigenous People Of Biafra (IPOB). Speaking while receiving Vice President Yemi Osinbajo at the Owerri airport on Friday, March 24, Okorocha said there is a need for Nigerians to unite against all odds. The Governor said activities should be seen as youthful exuberance. “What he is agitating for, is what others are agitating for too. But he used the wrong language and insulted leaders including myself. But…
No fewer than 130 underage Nigerian girls are trapped in Mali and Burkina Faso, the Federal Government has said. Speaking to Punch, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs and Diaspora, Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa said their rescue is a matter of urgency. It was gathered that 90 of the girls, who were trafficked to the two countries, are in Burkina Faso while the remaining 40 are in Mali. She said the Nigerian embassies in the two countries are looking into how to rescue the girls. Dabiri-Erewa also warned Nigerians not to travel to Libya following a death…
Steven Gerrard stole the show as a “Liverpool Legends” team beat their Real Madrid counterparts 4-3 in an entertaining charity match at Anfield on Saturday. Gerrard, who recently took up a role on the Liverpool coaching staff following his retirement, had a hand in all four Reds goals — scoring one, setting up two and winning a penalty while also rattling a shot off the bar for good measure On a sunny afternoon when an adoring crowd urging him to shoot at every opportunity. Gerrard created the game’s opening goal for Michael Owen before also laying on another for John…
Coutinho was asked about the Barcelona forward in a news conference before the game, which takes place on Tuesday. It comes just three days after Neymar said Coutinho would “totally fit” at the Camp Nou, when asked which Premier League player he would like to see at Barca. “Look, Neymar is a outstanding as we can all see,” Coutinho said. “He is a player that decides key games, a guy that is fundamental on our team. “We have been together for a long time, since we played together at youth level. Playing next to him is easy, he can change…
Rooney, of course, is England’s record goalscorer. He is — or was — the team’s captain, and is only six caps away from equalling Peter Shilton’s record of 125. Since his breakthrough in 2003, Rooney has been England’s key man for over a decade and his nation’s chances at every major tournament seem to rest upon his ability to produce his best form. We don’t yet know whether Rooney’s omission from England’s squad is permanent, as it partly owes to fitness problems. “I have talked with Wayne and I think there is a chance he is fit for the weekend,”…
Veteran actor Victor Olaotan is reported to be having both legs amputated. This comes as a result of the car crash he was involved in back in October 2016. Victor Best known for his role as Fred Ade-Williams in the long-running television drama Tinsel, Mr Olaotan’s legs may reportedly be cut off in order to save his life. Sources close to the family say his health status is being closely guarded. Although Victor is stable condition but his legs may have to be cut off to allow him any chance of recovery. The veteran was involved in a car crash…
The excitement continued on day 61 of the Big Brother Naija reality show as the housemates got on to another feisty test. A new week of eviction draws near for contestants, Bassey, TBoss, Debie-Rise and Bally. This is what you have missed. 1. Bassey’s determination for success saw him win the Payporte Friday Night Arena Games, edging out other contestants in the competition. What you might find very interesting is his increased desire to win. 2. A week after his eviction from #BBNaija, ThinTallTony is still a popular topic of discussion for the female housemates. Bisola laid it out in…
Popular Yoruba actor, Yomi Fabiyi, has just revealed he has an estranged son, Moyinoluwa. The actor took to Instagram today, March 24, 2017, in remembrance of his first son’s birthday. Apparently, Fabiyi has not set his eyes on his child for over six years now. He shared the photo above writing, “Happy Survival Day to my first seed MOYINOLUWA JEREMIAH OLUWAMETOMI YOMI FABIYI Jnr. You survived yet another year, you shall survive more. I wait for the day you are going to call me, introduce yourself or walk up to me and call me daddy. My son I can hear…
Ayomide Labinjo, the alleged babymama of pop singer, Davido has revealed that the Sony Music artiste refused to wear a condom the first time they had sex. The lady who met the singer at Club E-Bevande located in Ibadan, Oyo State claimed that music star showed an intense urge to get laid when they met. “The reason I slept with him the first time we met was because I just wanted to catch my fun. The day we met at the club, Ebevande, I was with my friends, I did not really know him then but I just knew he…
John Dumelo is reportedly being dragged into a corruption scandal involving two missing vehicles. Daily Guide reports that Government agents reportedly caught the Award winning Ghanaian actor with a Toyota Land Cruiser V8 at a spraying shop in Accra where it was going to be resprayed. According to the reports, the second vehicle is yet to be revealed. The reports revealed that the two vehicles are among a total of 200 vehicles the presidency declared missing following the departure of the previous administration led by John Mahama. Daily Guide also reports that Dumelo was spotted cruising around in a Toyota…
Tonto Dikeh is on to greater things and it would seem that she has moved on from her troubled marriage. The Nollywood Actress shared a powerful photo of herself and other NGO founders at a meeting in Kebbi state via her Instagram page on Ffriday, March 24, 2017. She was pictured with the wife of Kebbi state governor, Hajiya Aisha Atiku Bagudu of Mallpai foundation amongst others. Tonto who is the founder of The Tonto Dikeh Foundation has been a great influence on those in need and seemed to be one of the few things she had in common with…
The Senate says it has been vindicated on its rejection of Ibrahim Magu as the substantive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The Spokesman for the Upper Chamber, Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, said the report and documents by the Department of State Service (DSS), which was leaked to the media on Friday, March 24, vindicated the Senate. The DSS had sent the report to the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami to substantiate its earlier claims that Magu lacks the integrity required of a person expected to head an anti-corruption agency. In the…
At least thirteen persons have reportedly been killed by unknown gunmen near Kasaa in Zaki Biam Local Government Area of Benue State. The assailants were said to have struck Tse Chia Mbarstev ward and wrecked havoc between Friday and Saturday in what is believed to be a retaliatory attack. Some gunmen had about five days ago invaded Zaki Biam town, destroying the International Yam market and killing over 50 persons, Punch reports. It was gathered that the latest attack occurred around 1 am on Friday, March 24 as the attackers set ablaze four buildings while a new set of gunmen…
President Muhammadu Buhari has canceled his visit to the Sambisa Forest, the former head quarter of Boko Haram sect. Buhari was initially scheduled to declare open the Nigerian Army Small Arms Championship holding in Sambisa forest on Monday, March 27. The minister of defence, Mansur Dan-Ali, will now represent the President at the event, Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai disclosed this on Saturday, March 25. No concrete reason was given for the cancellation. Speaking to newsmen in Maiduguri, Buratai said Sambisa forest was chosen for the event to consolidate Nigerian Army’s grip on the area. He said: “We have…
Senator Dino Melaye’s certificate scandal has deepened as his name is not on the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) alumni website. On Monday, March 20, an online news medium, Sahara Reporters, had reported that Melaye did not graduate from ABU. The lawmaker had claimed that he obtained B.A in Geography from the institution. He said he also got degrees from the London school of Economics (LSE) and Harvard University, United States – both schools have said they have no record of Melaye obtaining a degree from their institutions. Harvard, however, noted that the Senator did attend a one week programme in…
The Federal Government on Saturday said it was ready to support states to generate `captive power’ as a permanent solution to the problem of electricity in the country. The Minister of Works, Power and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola, gave the assurance when he paid a courtesy visit on Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State in Ikeja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a captive power plant is a facility that is dedicated to providing a localised source of power to energy users. Such users are typically industrial facilities or large offices. The plants may operate in grid parallel…
The Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola on Saturday said the Federal Government was committed to completing road projects across the nation. Fashola said this during an inspection tour of road projects in Lagos state. He listed the Truck Park in Apapa, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Tin Can Island/Oworonshoki Expressway, Warff Road Rehabilitation and Reconstruction and the Mosimi/Sagamu as some of the roads in the state receiving attention. He said that the ongoing road projects across the country was to develop the nation’s infrastructure which will improve commerce and bring the nation out of recession in line with President…
The United manager was in Zagreb for Croatia’s 1-0 win in World Cup qualifying — a result which saw them retain their place atop the Group I table. His visit elicited suggestions he was on hand to meet with the representatives of Inter Milan star Ivan Perisic, who did not play due to suspension. However Mourinho denied the idea after the match, telling HNTV: “I have no hidden cause, I just came to enjoy my free days and visit some friends like Predrag Mijatovic and Davor Suker. “I know everyone believes I came to watch some players, but in today’s…