The Senate will on Wednesday, March 1, confirm Justice Walter Onnoghen as substantive Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), The Nation reports. The newspaper cited Senate President Bukola Saraki to have confirmed the development. On Tuesday, February 21, the Senate had announced the receipt of a nomination letter from the acting President, Yemi Osinbajo, asking the Senate to confirm Justice Onnoghen as the CJN. Onnoghen was nominated following the retirement of former CJN, Justice Mahmoud Mohammed. “Following the recommendation of the National Judicial Council (NJC), I hereby notify you of the appointment of Hon. Justice Walter Onnoghen as Chief Justice of…
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Acting President Yemi Osinbajo on Tuesday waded into the boundary demarcation dispute among Ebonyi, Cross River and Akwa Ibom states. Although the outcome of the mediation was not made public, the stakeholders in the states attended a meeting which Osinbajo presided over at the State House. The Vice Presidential Spokesman, Mr Laolu Akande, simply wrote that the meeting was “to review updates on boundary and boundary demarcation issues’’. The Governors of Cross Rivers, Sen. Ben Ayade, Akwa Ibom, Mr Udom Emmanuel, Ebonyi, Mr Dave Umahi, and the Deputy Governors of the states were in attendance. Also in attendance were officials…
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Ibrahim Idris, and the Kano State Commissioner of Police, Rabiu Yusuf, are to be summoned by the House of Representatives. According to multiple reports, the resolve to summon the police chiefs came as a result of the alleged constant harassment of the supporters of the Kwankwasiyya Movement. In a report by Daily Trust, the House resolved to constitute an ad hoc panel to ascertain the reasons for the harassments and intimidation of supporters of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. The committee will report back in three weeks for further legislative action. Rep member, Aliyu Sani…
The National Assembly has denied reports that it’s against the Federal Government Exclusive Picture of Senate President, Saraki and DSP Ekweremadu at Court[/caption]’s Social Intervention Fund. The lawmakers also said that they are working hard to ensure that the programme is successfully implemented. This was contained in a statement released by Mohammed Isa, the Special Assistant to Senate President, Bukola Saraki on Public Affairs. The statement reads: “Contrary to such mischievous and unfounded rumors, the National Assembly is fully committed and working hard to ensure that all impediments to the successful implementation of the programme are removed.” “Let it be…
During Gifty’s stay in the Big Brother Naija House, photos of the former housemate and supposed husband surfaced online. In an interview, Gifty addressed sex tape and marriage allegations saying, “I don’t have a sex tape, I don’t have a husband, I don’t have nothing.” (Watch interview below). Recently, Augustine Akuma who claimed to be a cousin to her suppossed husband, David Sorochukwu Akumah, released more photos from the reality star’s wedding. According to Akumah, the couple had irreconcilably differences over Gifty’s ‘cheating Life while still in her husband’s house.” “It’s a Pity that Gifty is still a very big…
2Face Idibia has explained that the reason for his donation of N3.5 million to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) was motivated by a desire to improve their living condition. The R&B singer who made the contribution through the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in Lagos revealed this while presenting the cheque the Daily Post News reports. “The conditions I met the internally displaced persons, when I visited their various camps were terrible. They were really terrible. “The 2Face Foundation has, therefore, decided to enter into partnership with the UNHCR to see how we can help put smiles on the faces…
Sunkanmi Omobolanle is a Nollywood actor and son of veteran actor, Papa Aluwe. Born to the family of legendary Yoruba actor, Sunday Omobolanle popularly known as Papi Luwe decades ago, Sunkanmi followed his father’s path by taking to acting at a tender age. The actor graduated from the Olabisi Onabanjo University in Ogun state after studying Business Administration and has over the years risen to become a popular face in the Yoruba movie industry. On June 30, 2011, Sunkanmi got married to the love of his life, Abimbola.
Gabriel Afolayan also known by his musical stage name G-Fresh is a Nigerian actor and singer. He studied Theater Arts at University of Ibadan and is part of the renowned Afolayan entertainment family that comprises Ade Love, Kunle Afolayan and Aremu Afolayan. As an actor, Gabriel won the Best Supporting Actor award for playing “Tavier Jambari” in Hoodrush (2012). As a musician, he is known mostly for his hit songs, “Awelewa” and “Kokoro Ife”.
Tonto Dikeh’s husband, Oladunni Churchill, says he was never involved with actress Roseline Meurer. Contrary to reports, Churchill through his spokesman Mr Paul, said that Rose is not his personal assistant and he has no intimate relationship with Roseline Meuer. The philanthropist in an interview says Roseline is a Women and Child ambassador of the Churchill Foundation and what they share is just business. According to Mr Paul, “The foundation is all about empowering people. Our purpose is to be a blessing to the people of the world. Starting with Nigeria. We have brand ambassadors as you can tell. Rose…
Today is the birthday of Kanayo O Kanayo, Gabriel Afolayan and Sunkanmi Omobolanle. Kanayo O Kanayo, real name, Anayo Modestus Onyekwere is a Nigerian actor. In 2006 he won the African Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. In 1992, Kanayo made his debut film appearance in the film Living in Bondage. The veteran actor has starred in over 100 films.
Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho insists the FA Cup remains a priority for his side despite their bid to advance in the Champions League. Last week’s thrilling 5-3 victory over French side Monaco has left Pep Guardiola’s side in a strong position to advance to the quarterfinals in a competition in which the coach has excelled throughout his career. But before the return leg, City must face second tier side Huddersfield Town in an FA Cup fifth round replay, with a place in the last eight of that competition at stake. And Fernandinho insists City are keen to add to their…
Jose Mourinho has challenged his Manchester United stars to use their dramatic League Cup final win against Southampton as a springboard to bigger prizes. Mourinho lifted the first major trophy of his United reign on Sunday after Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s late header clinched a 3-2 victory at Wembley. The 54-year-old is the first United manager to win a major competition in his maiden season at Old Trafford and the 19th trophy of his glittering career made him only the third boss, after Alex Ferguson and Brian Clough, to enjoy four League Cup triumphs. Now Mourinho wants his players to learn from…
Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said everyone at the Premier League club was playing for his future following Monday’s 3-1 loss by struggling champions Leicester City. The Merseyside club, who have managed just one win in 2017, have seen their title bid falter as they have dropped to fifth, 14 points behind leaders Chelsea, with 12 games remaining. “We are all playing for our future – myself included,” Klopp told British media, taking much of the blame on himself. “I don’t think (the players) are not as good as I think they are, but they need my help to show it…
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge’s future at the Merseyside club will be assessed at the end of the season, manager Juergen Klopp has said. The 27-year-old player, who has not scored in his last seven appearances for the club, has struggled with injuries and, according to media reports, could headline a list of potential departures from Anfield. “I have no idea what happens in the summer. It is not only Daniel but a lot of players,” Klopp told British media. “We will make decisions and speak about Daniel and any other players about what will happen at the end of the…
Claudio Ranieri will not have to wait long for another job following his sacking by Leicester City, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said on Tuesday. Leicester’s decision to sack Ranieri less than 300 days after he took them to the Premier League title reverberated around world football and surprised Guardiola. “Yes of course (it was a surprise),” the Spaniard, whose side face second-tier Huddersfield Town in an FA Cup fifth round replay on Wednesday, told reporters. “But I think Claudio has to be proud. He is going to find immediately a new job.” Leicester rediscovered their form on Monday in…
Manager Jose Mourinho has instilled a winning mentality at Manchester United, midfielder Ander Herrera said after the club won their first major trophy of the season beating Southampton 3-2 in Sunday’s League Cup final at Wembley. With United pursuing further silverware in the FA Cup and Europa League, Portuguese Mourinho will be looking to add to his League Cup triumph in his first season in charge. “I think one of the things (Jose) Mourinho has brought to this club is he is a winner. He shared that with the group, with the team and with the squad,” Herrera told the…
Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose has said that former President, Olusegun Obasanjo should not be taken seriously. Fayose also said that Obasanjo makes certain comments so he can stay relevant. The governor was addressing Obasanjo’s recent remarks on the likely emergence of an Igbo president in 2019. “Do you ever take Obasanjo serious? I don’t take him serious. By his nature, Obasanjo wants relevance at all times. We have worked with him and used to be his foot soldiers. I know him more than anybody in this country,” Fayose told The Sun. “He just talks, so that he would remain…
Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi has said that traditional rulers and Imams who beat their wives will be stripped of their titles. Emir Sanusi also described the act as barbaric adding that he would not allow it to continue in Kano. He made the comments over the weekend during a mass wedding of 1,520 couples sponsored by the Kano state government. “You should all come back to your senses and stop these barbaric [acts] because we will not allow this to continue in Kano,” he said. “I have warned all district heads, village heads, ward heads and imams to…
Everton manager Ronald Koeman paved the way on Tuesday for Wayne Rooney’s return to the club of his youth by saying he would make the side “stronger”. Last week Rooney said he was staying with Manchester United following persistent speculation he could make a lucrative move to the Chinese Super League. But doubts still surround the long-term club future of the 31-year-old Rooney, the England national side’s record goal-scorer, and Koeman appears ready to try to bring him back to Liverpool-based Everton. “I believe that Wayne Rooney is still playing at a high level,” Koeman told Sky Sports. “I think…
Olamide drops the visual for ‘Letter to Milli’, a heart-felt talk with his son. ‘Letter to Milli’ is off his latest album “The Glory”. The video was directed by Mr Moe Musa, shot in London UK.