Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that God has been very partial to him. OBJ said “God has been so partial to me by showing me much favour to achieve what I didn’t deserve. God has done for me much more than I deserve. I praise God and I thank God for this.” Obasanjo said this at a thanksgiving service organised by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) branch in Ogun state. The ceremony was to mark the 80th birthday of the former Nigerian President coming up on March 5, 2017. OBJ, as he is fondly called, also revealed that…
Author: David Folami
Since James Ibori’s return to Nigeria following his incarceration in the UK, Nigerians have been in line for hugs, autographs and selfies. Daddy Showkey definitely made the cut, sharing a photo of himself and the ex-governor of Delta state. He captioned the snap, “Me and Ibori no bi today.” It has been quite a transition for the veteran singer whose major music exploits lasted till the late nineties. Daddy Showkey is most popular for his song titled ‘Call my name’, which used to be a sort of an anthem among fans of Nigerian music.
Bukky Wright is on another level with the new photos she shared via social media on Saturday, February 25, 2017. The 49-year-old actress looked ethereal and stunningly beautiful in the new photos, nothing like the mother of two strapping boys, and a grandmother of one. Wright who had made her debut in acting in 1996, she starred in the family drama, “Super story”, is also an entrepreneur, who runs a fashion house, a clothing line, B Collections, and a beauty spa, B Wright. Bukky Wright is popular for her role in “Iyore,” “Unforgivable,” “Abeni,” “Outkast,” “Above Love,” among others.
Don’t we all love happy endings? At long last, Ubi Franklin and his estranged wife, Lilian Esoro, maybe letting bygones be bygones. Months after their marriage crashed and it seemed like all hope was lost, the pair were pictured together at a charity event in Abuja. Even better is the cozy picture they presented, with Lilian rocking a MMMG face cap. Franklin was also pictured walking the runway with their son, Jayden, at the event. Of course, their fans are elated at the prospect of a reunion between the pair, although we never knew the reason for their estrangement in…
With Real Madrid 2-0 down at Villarreal on Sunday evening, and set to lose top spot in the table with a second away defeat in four days, Blancos coach Zinedine Zidane withdrew holding midfielder Casemiro to send on playmaker Isco. This did not seem like a good call at the time, especially as Villarreal were already dominating completely in midfield and easily finding space to attack the visitors’ back four. But the change was followed quickly by goals for Gareth Bale, Cristiano Ronaldo and second substitute Alvaro Morata. Zidane’s side got the three points, and went back a point ahead…
Sergio Ramos said he would be surprised if Lionel Messi had made controversial posts to Twitter about referee decisions, but that the ones his Barcelona teammate Gerard Pique made are just more of the same. Pique, 30, seemed to suggest on Twitter that Real Madrid were the beneficiaries of a questionable call from referee Jesus Gil Manzano for handball on Villarreal’s Bruno Soriano. Cristiano Ronaldo converted from the spot to level the score at 2-2 following the call, and Alvaro Morata headed Madrid in front before full-time to earn the visitors all three points in a 3-2 win to maintain…
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson has been ruled out of Monday night’s game at Leicester City with a foot injury, a source has said. Henderson has not travelled to the King Power Stadium after picking up the injury in training on Friday. However, manager Jurgen Klopp will not be without the midfielder for long after a scan showed there was no broken bone in his foot. Lucas Leiva or Emre Can could deputise against the managerless champions, who slipped into the Premier League relegation zone after Crystal Palace beat Sunderland on Saturday. Henderson, who has been one of Liverpool’s best performers,…
Nollywood actress Mojisola Olaiya is a year older today. Mojisola is one of the daughters of one of Nigeria’s celebrated trumpeter and musician, who plays in the highlife style, Victor Abimbola Olaiya, also known as Dr Victor Olaiya. Moji Olaiya began her acting career with Wale Adenuga’s productions in their drama series, “Super Story”. She has starred in several Nollywood movies of Yoruba and English genres and is known for her roles in films such as “No Pain No Gain”, in which she played Ireti, “Sade Blade”, “Nkan Adun” and “Omo Iya Meta Leyi”. In 2003, she was nominated for…
The animosity between Oritsefemi and Shina Peller is finally over! The duo who went head to head last year following Oritsefemi’s infamous Quilox brawl have finally settled things. The ‘Double wahala’ singer was spotted at the Quilox Ultra Pool Party yesterday, February 26, 2017 having a ball. Oritsefemi was later joined by Quilox owner Shina Peller and they were both seen sharing drinks and cracking a joke. Shina Peller and Oritsefemi spent some time together and it seems to us that the hatchet has long been buried and all is forgiven. Last year November Oritsefemi claimed to have been attacked…
The Nicki Minaj/Remy Ma beef is turning into a celebrity war, with Trey Songz, Hot 97’s Ebro, Papoose and Meek Mill all getting dragged into it whether they like it or not. Guess the latest fighter to enter the arena is? The Game! Yes! The rapper who jumped into the fight early this morning has resurrected from his last beef with Meek Mill. Recall that the duo had a blowup in September 2016, as Game waged war with the Dreamchasers boss in his ’92 Bars’ attack and throughout the lead-up to the release of his 1992 album. Now, The Game…
A pregnant Beyoncé was spotted at the Weinstein Company’s pre-Oscars bash on Saturday night, February 25, 2017. With an entourage, her husband, Jay-Z,the plus two in her tummy and according to the LA Times, “half a dozen bodyguards” in tow. Queen Bey and her music magnate husband made a surprise showing at Harvey Weinstein’s Beverly Hills party for Lion, with Beyoncé looking elegant in a blue-green dress and elaborate jewels. Meanwhile, Beyonce will no longer be performing at the 2017 Coachella festival, following doctor’s orders. She has been warned by her doctors to avoid unnecessary rigorous exercise that could otherwise…
Nigerian music star, Innocent Ujah ‘2face’ Idibia has just contributed 3.5 million Naira to the activities of the UN Refugee Agency. The ‘Officially blind’ singer and founder of the 2face Foundation made the donation to UNHCR on Monday, February 27, 2017, in Lagos. According to the UNHCR, the donation of 3.5 million naira kick-starts the UN Refugee Agency’s first-ever fundraising campaign in Nigeria. It will help provide life-saving support to families who have been forcibly displaced in Nigeria and across the continent. 2face also revealed he’s working on a major charity concert sometime in June. “I am proud to support…
Diamond Platnumz was on Wednesday, February 22, 2017, summoned by the Tanzania Revenue Authority over drug trafficking links. The Tanzanian sweetheart was asked to hand in a report on his source of wealth and a statement on his tax returns over drug trafficking links in the country. The singer who recently welcomed a baby boy was earlier listed as a suspected drug trafficker operating in Tanzania. He appeared before the investigative agency in Dar-es-Salaam, where he underwent questioning with his documents being inspected. After the documents were scrutinised, the Tanzania Revenue Authority handed the singer a clean bill of health…
The newly sworn-in Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Mr Agboola Ajayi, has said that the people of the state will benefit from the new government’s dividends of democracy. He said this at a reception held in his hometown, Kiribo, Ese-Odo Local Government Area of the state. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the new state government of All Progressives Congress (APC) headed by Gov. Rotimi Akeredolu and Ajayi were sworn-in as Governor and Deputy Governor respectively on Friday in Akure. Ajayi said that there were enormous tasks ahead of the new government, coupled with high expectations of the…
A human rights advocacy group, Africa Arise for Change Network says the recent report by Amnesty International which claimed that Nigerian security operatives are engaged in extra judicial killings has emboldened the Boko Haram terrorists. Addressing journalists in Abuja at the weekend, director of the group, Stella Okoli, said Amnesty International should be held responsible for any further unrest in the country. She noted that “already defeated” Boko Haram terrorists have resurfaced and escalated its attack coinciding with the release of the amnesty report. “The recent attacks being launched on military positions by Boko Haram vindicate our position as a…
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal has urged Nigerians to pray for President Muhammadu Buhari. Lawal also urged Nigerians to support Buhari’s anti-corruption war and added that those wishing the president dead are thieves. He made the comments over the weekend during a prayer rally held for Buhari by All Progressives Congress (APC) members in Adamawa State. Lawal was represented by the Council Chairman of Hong Local Government, Ahmad Halliru Lala. “The SGF is calling on you to pray for the president and support his anti-corruption drive,” Lala said. “Those who wish the president death or…
At least, 3,000 tailors and 5,000 market women have benefited from Osun’s uniform unification policy since it was introduced in 2012. This was revealed by the manager of Omoluabi Garments Factory, Osogbo, Mr. Ayobami Fatai. Fatai stated this while interacting with journalists over the weekend. He stated that the Omoluabi Garment Factory is saddled with the local production of Osun school Uniforms while the State of Osun works with the factory to ensure the prices are controlled and affordable. It was gathered that the factory will also act as a hub to train tailors in the state for free. The…
Prof. Adebayo Williams, a Public Analyst, has commended Gov. Godwin Obaseki of Edo for the achievements made so far in his first 100 days in office but, however, urged him to quickly constitute a cabinet. Williams made the remark on Sunday in Lagos at a colloquium tagged ” Tracking Gov. Obaseki’s 100 days in Office,” organised by the Coalition for Good Governance and Economic Justice in Africa (CGGEJA). The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Obaseki was sworn in as governor of Edo on Nov. 12, 2016. He described Obaseki as a man of promise, saying he was up…
Former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke will face trial for money laundering in June, reports say. Investigators in the United Kingdom are said to have built a solid case against Alison-Madueke and will charge her along with four others, according to Sahara Reporters. “The UK investigators have gone far on the allegations against Diezani. From the records made available, the ex-minister and four others will face trial as from June,” a source in the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said. “We have taken more evidence to the UK, including all court records relating to the final forfeiture of $153million. We…
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has said he “feels like a lion” after inspiring Manchester United to their EFL Cup final triumph over Southampton on Sunday. Ibrahimovic, 35, scored twice, with the decisive goal coming three minutes from time, as Jose Mourinho’s men lifted the trophy at Wembley. The Swede, United’s leading scorer with 26 goals this season, has made more appearances than any other member of Jose Mourinho’s squad, having played in 38 games so far. And with United pursuing further silverware in the FA Cup and Europa League, as well as chasing a top-four Premier League finish, Ibrahimovic said: “I feel…