In week 9, Efe informed the Housemates that for the week’s Task, they were required to compose a song, shoot the song’s music video, and also make a short film. During the Live Eviction show on Sunday, March 26, 2017, a teaser for the short film “The Gathering” was aired. The short film which features Bassey, Marvis, Efe, Bisola, Debie-Rise, TBoss and Bally is a whodunnit which follows a group of friends, who gather to celebrate their friend’s upcoming wedding. Written and shot by the housemates, “The Gathering” was edited by Big Brother.
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While Beverly Osu thinks it’s sad the way the other Big Brother Naija housemates gossip about TBoss, Pokello Nare thinks she is simply being hypocritical. Pokello who was her fellow housemate in the Big Brother Africa: The Chase house, shared her thought after Osu took to her Twitter account to express her dissatisfaction at the way the housemates talked about TBoss. Pokello called her out, asking why she found it sad since she had treated her the same way during their stay in the Big Brother Africa house in 2013. According to Pokello, Beverly alongside Nando and Bimp had gossiped…
After a UK and USA premiere, the movie “Basira in London” finally premiered in Nigeria. A hilarious comedy-drama, “Basira in London” tells the story of an African woman (Eniola Badmus) who relocates to London with great expectations. The culture clash and her efforts in trying to fit in make this film ‘unmissable’. The premiere which held on Friday, March 24, 2017, was attended by Eniola Badmus, Malcom A. Benson, Chinedu Omorie, Gloria Odiaka, Abby, Dapo Abbey among others. The movie stars Eniola Badmus and is produced and directed by Philippa Chiedu Abraham, who also features in the movie. ‘Basira In…
The presidency has reacted to the Nigerian Senate’s call for the acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) boss, Ibrahim Magu’s sack. Senators had earlier suspended the screening and confirmation of the 27 Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) over the issue. The lawmakers also complained that President Buhari’s cabinet members have shown to respect for the Senate. Speaking on the issue, the Senate liaison officer to Buhari, Ita Enang said the Senate is an independent arm of govt and its decision will be respected. According to Premium Times, Enang also said “We will not question the power of…
Bishop Joseph Bagobiri of Kafanchan Diocese, has called on the Federal and Kaduna State Governments to find a lasting solution to the crisis in Southern Kaduna. Bagobiri made the call in a statement during a visit by Most Rev Ignatius Kaigama who led a delegation of the Bishops Conference on an official visit to the diocese, recently. The statement was signed by Rev Fr. Chris Anyanwu, Director of Communications, Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN), and made available to newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja. Also, Most Rev. Ignatius Kaigama, President, Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), urged the Federal Government to…
Bernhard Schlagheck, German Ambassador to Nigeria, said on Tuesday that the embassy would collaborate with the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) in providing skills acquisition for Niger Delta ex-agitators. Schlagheck, gave this indication when he led officials of the embassy on a courtesy visit to Brig.-Gen. Paul Boroh (rtd), the Special Adviser to the President on Niger Delta and Coordinator of the programme in Abuja. He said that Nigeria was a country with great potentials, which needed a peaceful and secure environment for it to be realised. “Nigeria is a country of endless potential and we will assist in attracting more…
uan Carlos Arce and Marcelo Martins were on target as Bolivia claimed a comfortable victory at Estadio Hernando Siles. However, much of the focus was on Barcelona playmaker Messi, who was banned for four international matches for abusing an assistant referee during last Thursday’s win over Chile. Argentina plan to appeal the ruling, but with the ban handed down hours before kickoff Bauza was left bemused by the timing of FIFA’s announcement. “When the rumour began to settle, the concern began to take on more volume,” he said following the loss. “It seemed strange that in one day everything could…
Liverpool midfielder Adam Lallana is a doubt for the Merseyside derby at home to Everton after suffering a thigh injury on England duty, a source have told. Some reports suggested the midfielder could face a month on the sidelines, but the source said the club had yet to set a timescale for his return. Lallana played in Wednesday’s 1-0 friendly defeat to Germany and Sunday’s World Cup qualifying win over Lithuania at Wembley. The 28-year-old took a kick during the 2-0 win but completed the full 90 minutes, having played 66 minutes against Germany. Liverpool hope Jordan Henderson will have…
Barcelona’s Gerard Pique says he would “never” work for Real Madrid, speaking out against the values of people in charge of his club’s chief rivals. Talking to reporters in Paris following Spain’s 2-0 win over France on Tuesday, Pique alleged someone at Real Madrid has been causing troubles for his Barcelona teammates Lionel Messi and Neymar, possibly referring to the duo’s recent legal troubles. “I don’t like the values Real Madrid transmit, although there are players there I really appreciate with and am friends with,” Pique said. “I don’t doubt Raul’s loyalty to Madrid, but I’d never work at Real…
TBoss might not be a good sport, after all, considering her reaction to her recent nomination for eviction by practically every other housemate apart from her only ally, Debie-Rise. The housemate whose real name is Tokunbo Idowu blames Efe and Bisola for her nomination on Monday, March 28, 2017. TBoss finds the fact that she never made it to HoH so far and the fact that she has been put up for nomination, very distressing. After being blamed for Bassey’s eviction last Sunday, TBoss let out her ire in another conversation with Debie-Rise who is also up for eviction. She…
Baseline Music singer Skales rolls out new single ‘Give me love’ featuring Afro-pop singer Tekno. The song was produced by Spellz. Skales is warming up to dropping his sophomore album “TheNeverSayNeverGuy”, having already bagged a hit in ‘Temper’ and ‘Temper’ remix with Burna Boy.
Baseline Music singer Skales rolls out new single ‘Give me love’ featuring Afro-pop singer Tekno. The song was produced by Spellz. Skales is warming up to dropping his sophomore album “TheNeverSayNeverGuy”, having already bagged a hit in ‘Temper’ and ‘Temper’ remix with Burna Boy.
Seems like Davido has been hit with the blues. The music star is currently in the hospital where he has been placed on Intravenous fluid. He took to Snapchat today, march 28, 2017, to share a series of sick emojis. The ‘If’ crooner later shared a photo of himself on a bed with an IV. On Mothers day, Sunday, March 26, 2017, Davido also gave Sophie a shout out and took her out for lunch along with Imade. The trio were out like one big family, enjoying some quality time out. Sophie was seen feeding Imade while Davido carried her.…
Davido might just be back with Sophie Momodu. The ‘If’ singer has been busy sharing photos of Sophie on social media even going ahead to drop subtle hints. On Mothers day, Sunday, March 26, 2017, Davido gave Sophie a shout out and took her out for lunch along with Imade. The trio were out like one big family, enjoying some quality time out. Sophie was seen feeding Imade while Davido carried her. Just recently, Davido was professing love for one of his baby mamas. The singer took to Snapchat on March 14, 2017, writing, “I love my baby mama!! Haha…
Ghanaian actress, Yvonne Nelson is expressing gratitude to all her former boyfriends. The “If Tomorrow Never Comes” star in a series of tweets on March 27, 2017, expressed gratitude to anyone, including Iyanya, who might have broken her heart at one time or the other in her life. According to her, it helped her appreciate life more whilst thanking God for what he has done in her life. Recall that Yvonne Nelson recently revealed she would be tying the knots this year. Speaking to BBC’s Veronique Edwards, the 31-year-old said, “This year. I’ll be getting married this year.” She, however,…
The Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly, Mr Mudashiru Obasa, on Tuesday saluted the ingenuity of National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sen. Bola Tinubu, on his 65 birthday. Obasa extolled Tinubu, a former Lagos State governor, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Alhaji Musbau Razak. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Tinubu clocks 65 years on March 29. He praised Tinubu for his determination, commitment and will to always succeed in spite of all odds. The speaker, who described Tinubu as the architect of modern Lagos, said his ingenuity had turned the…
The Federal High Court, Abuja, on Tuesday struck out the breach of fundamental human rights suit instituted by former NNPC Group Managing Director, Andrew Yakubu against the EFCC. This followed an application by Mr Adeola Adedipe, Yakubu’s counsel, to withdraw the suit. Adedipe told the court that his application was due to the prevailing circumstances, particularly since his client had been charged to court and admitted to bail. He said “We consider it necessary to discontinue with this suit, we have served the notice on all the parties and they are not opposed to our application.” Mrs Rita Ogar and…
The Senate, at the end of a closed-door session on Tuesday, resolved not to bow to any form intimidation in the discharge of its constitutional duties. The President of the Senate, Dr Bukola Saraki, who made this known at plenary, said the lawmakers deliberated on issues bordering on the integrity of the National Assembly, particularly the Senate. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Saraki, who did not give details of the “intimidation” the institution is facing, said that the senate, at the executive session, resolved to defend its integrity. “We cannot be intimidated from carrying out our constitutional…
Members of the Senate Committee on Finance were angry over the absence of the minister of state for petroleum, Ibe Kachikwu at its hearing on Tuesday, March 28, 2017. According to Punch, Kachikwu was invited by the lawmakers to shed some light on the gas flaring penalty in the 2017 revenue profile. The minister however asked a director in the Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) to represent him at the meeting. What angered the Senators was that the DPR director then asked one of his aides, Mrs. Folashade Odunuga to appear before the Senators. The Chairman of the committee, Senator…
The wife of the President, Mrs Aisha Buhari, has condoled with Mrs Pauline Tallen, former Minister of State for Science and Technology, and her family members over the death of her husband, Mr John Tallen. Mr Tallen died on Tuesday at the age of 83 at his residence in Abuja after a protracted illness. The president’s wife, who was received at the residence by the Minister of Youth and Sports, Mr Solomon Dalung and former Governor of Plateau, Sen. Joshua Dariye, prayed God to grant the deceased eternal rest. She also prayed for the family to have the fortitude to…