Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says as head of the nation’s economic management team, President Muhammadu Buhari allows him call the shots in matters pertaining to the economy. Osinbajo made the revelation on Tuesday during an interactive session with select journalists inside his Aguda House residence at the presidential villa. Pulse was in the building as always. A school of thought has often suggested that an ailing Buhari is weak on economic matters; an area of governance which is perceived as Osinbajo’s strong suit. “I control macro-economic policy as Chairman of the economic management team”, Osinbajo said. He added that; “Of…
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The Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, has again blamed the Zamfara State Governor, Abdul’aziz Yari, for the spread of meningitis. Writing on his official Instagram page on Tuesday, April 11, Sanusi said that the leaders in northern Nigeria are using their knowledge to impoverish the people of the region. He pointed that when many other Muslim countries like the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia are competing with other developed western countries, leaders in the north are racing backwards. The monarch said Yari’s statement that the meningitis outbreak is a punishment from God for the sin of fornication…
Juventus forward Paulo Dybala has said he expects to sign a new contract soon, despite speculation that had linked him with Real Madrid and Barcelona. Dybala has been in talks with Juve over an extension to his current deal — which expires in 2020 — since December, but nothing has yet been signed. However, after playing a starring role in his side’s 3-0 Champions League win over Barcelona on Tuesday, he told Spanish TV channel Mega: “I’m very happy at Juventus and I’m very close to signing a new contract. “I want to make the most of what I am…
Luke Shaw believes Manchester United have what it takes to become “unstoppable” in their quest for Europa League glory. Glimmers of promise have been counterbalanced by frustrating individual and collective displays during Jose Mourinho’s first season in the Old Trafford dugout. An unhappy knack of drawing matches they have dominated means United are scrapping for a top-four finish rather than the Premier League crown, although the Europa League offers a fail-safe as they bid to return to the Champions League. Mourinho’s men continue their tilt at continental trophy success when they face Anderlecht in the first leg of their quarterfinal…
Robert Lewandowski faces a late fitness test ahead of Bayern Munich’s Champions League quarterfinal first leg with Real Madrid on Wednesday. Lewandowski, 28, suffered a shoulder injury in Bayern’s 4-1 win against Borussia Dortmund last weekend and on Tuesday did not complete the club’s final training session ahead of the Madrid clash. The Poland international only trained for 20 minutes on Tuesday morning, and speaking at his prematch news conference, Bayern coach Carlo Ancelotti said the forward remains highly doubtful for the clash at the Allianz Arena. “He feels good but we won’t make a decision on whether he can…
Nigerian filmmaker, Kemi Adetiba has reacted to an article written by media personality, Reuben Abati who used some demeaning words to describe some of the Big Brother Naija housemates. Abati who rated the reality television programme as a sham criticized the nudity portrayed on the just concluded show, making TBoss, the third runner-up a case study. Adetiba, in a series of tweets has expressed disapproval over the choice of words employed by the former Presidential Special Adviser in his analysis of the programme. She raised a brow concerning the snooty manner at which Abati commented on the show. Notable in…
Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha has said that he should be Nigeria’s president and not an ordinary governor. Okorocha made the comment on Monday, April 10, while speaking to journalists in Owerri, the state capital. “Governor does not fit me. What fits me is president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” Okorocha said according to The Guardian. Okorocha however said that he would not contest against President Muhammadu Buhari if he decides to seek re-election in 2019.
It was a night when Lionel Messi was thoroughly outstanding despite his team’s 3-0 defeat. When Barca lost 4-0 to Paris Saint-Germain in the last-16 first leg, it appeared as though the great man’s powers were finally waning, but Turin should annex such an idea. As well as Juventus played, with Max Allegri’s careful tactical plan delivering optimum results, they were still fortunate to escape suffering at the hands of Messi’s genius. From two passes of superhuman accuracy, Messi deserved better than Andres Iniesta’s first-half miss while in the second half, Gianluigi Buffon was required to deliver his own brand…
2Baba releases song titled ‘Holy Holy’ directed at those who seem to derive pleasure in criticizing and persecuting him. This apparently sounds like a response from the singer to people that bashed him for abandoning the nationwide protest he initiated. The singer reportedly premiered the song on the BigBrotherNaija 2017 finale show night. 2Baba also courtesy of DJ Jimmy Jatt recenty put out the ultimate 2baba mega mix tagged “Royal Highness Mix” to celebrate how far he has come in the game. The mix is currently available exclusively to Ntertane app, which can be downloaded from your mobile app store.
Big Brother Naija 2017 runner-up Bisola has said she does not need to have a conversation with ex-housemate TTT over his marital status. Bisola said she won’t to TTT about not revealing his marital status in the house during a Big Brother Naija press conference held today at The Wheatbaker Lagos. At the press conference were Bisola and Big Brother Naija winner Efe. The two participants answered questions from journalists on their stay in the house and their future endeavours. On Sunday, April 9, 2017, during the Live Eviction Show, a shocked Bisola noticed and pointed out the wedding band…
Regional Director M-Net/Africa Magic, Wangi Mba-Uzoukwu, revealed that the recently concluded Big Brother Naija show recorded over 26 million votes. She stated this during a press conference which held on April 11, 2017, at Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi Lagos. According to her, the reality show turned out to be a massive success, beating the 20 million votes they once recorded in Big Brother South Africa. “26 million plus votes, and that’s amazing. The reason why it’s amazing is because, in the history of all the productions we have done (Pan Africa), we have never gotten that,” Wangi said. “I think the…
The Ekiti State House of Assembly has imposed a fine of N1 million on former governor, Kayode Fayemi for refusing to appear before it. The Assembly reached the decision on Tuesday, April 11, after Fayemi shunned its three summons. The lawmakers had earlier ordered Fayemi’s arrest after securing a warrant against him. The Ekiti Assembly has accused Fayemi of misappropriating State Universal Basic Education (SUBEB) funds amounting to N852 million. Meanwhile, Fayemi has sued the Assembly for N500 million in damages for the embarrassment and public ridicule caused by the summons and arrest warrant. Fayemi is currently the Minister of…
The Osun State government has disclosed that it constructed over 1000km of roads in the past 6 years. Speaking over the weekend, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works, State of Osun, Engr. Nurudeen Adeagbo shed more light on the claim. He said the Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola administration embarked on road construction projects across the state when he came on board in November 2010 in order to improve “the quality of living of our people, increase access to markets and drive investments into the State”. Speaking further, Engr. Adeagbo stated that the Aregbesola administration facilitated the construction of 310km of roads across…
A fire has broken out at the headquarters of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria in Lagos, incoming reports say. The blaze began early on Tuesday, April 11, just as staff of the agency were resuming for the day. Fire fighters are said to have been deployed to the scene to prevent the fire from spreading. The incident has been confirmed by FAAN spokesperson, Henrietta Yakubu who told Premium Times that an official statement is being prepared.
In modern football, it’s very rare that a player actually says something interesting in a postmatch interview. Hours of media training and a healthy supply of versatile cliches mean players can usually get through a three-minute interview without really saying anything at all. However, Theo Walcott’s chat after Arsenal’s latest humiliation, a 3-0 embarrassment at Crystal Palace on Monday, was remarkable for its sheer candour. Asked why Crystal Palace had been able to brush a superior team aside, Walcott appeared to admit that Arsenal simply weren’t up for the fight. Taking on a suitably sombre tone, Walcott told the television…
A rampant Juventus served Barcelona a cold dish of revenge 22 months after their defeat in the Champions League final in Berlin, outfighting and outrunning Luis Enrique’s side and showing they have one of the most exciting talents in the world in Paulo Dybala. Barca will refuse to believe they are out of the tournament after their miraculous comeback against Paris Saint-Germain in the last round but Juve’s experience and power suggests the Old Lady will not be for turning. The “MSN” were starved of space and were frequently snuffed out by Juve’s own special trio at the back, the…
One by one, Barcelona’s players began to wipe their slates clean. Lionel Messi got booked before the international break against Valencia, ensuring he missed the league game against Granada. Gerard Pique was expected to follow the same plan. One Spanish radio station even ran a poll asking listeners to guess when he would pick up a yellow card. He didn’t get booked, though, and he didn’t like the poll, taking to Twitter to criticise the “fun” idea. But the next time Pique played in La Liga he did get booked, forcing him to miss Saturday’s loss at Malaga. Ivan Rakitic…
E! Network has announced that Kylie Jenner will star in and executive produce her own spinoff series titled “The Life of Kylie.” The eight-episode show will make its debut this summer,and will follow Jenner’s life as an entrepreneur, TV star and author. It will also focus on her personal life and relationships, including moments with her close friend, Jordyn Woods. “The last couple years have been such an incredible journey with the support of my fans,” Jenner, who was named one of the most influential teens by TIME Magazine said. “This show will allow me to give them a peek…
Ike Nnaebue is currently working on a new movie project titled, “Loving Danielle.” A star-studded production, the movie is being filmed in Lagos (Nigeria), Las Vegas (USA) and Antigua (Caribbean Island). Featuring International and Nigerian actors, “Loving Daniella” stars Bridget King, Jennifer Outland, Samantha Jones, Barbara Anakwa, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Joseph Benjamin, Theresa Edem, Alex Ekubo, Jide Kosoko, Rachael Oniga, Courtney Michael, Omar Mathurin, Julie Hewlett and Lauvin Phillip. The movie follows Efe and Daniella’s marriage; a unique union that supposedly exhibits the perfect example of “unconditional love.” Daniella is a beautifully alluring young women who has a borderline mental condition…
Efe, who won the 2017 Big Brother Naija reality show, has received a cheque of the 25 million Naira prize money, and a key to a brand new KIA Sorento car. The former housemate received the prize at a press conference which held on April 11, 2017, at Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria. The press conference was attended by the Big Brother Naija runner-up, Bisola. Former housemates including Bally, Soma, Gifty, TTT, Jon, CocoIce and Bassey were also in attendance. Speaking at the event, Regional Director M-Net/Africa Magic, Wangi Mba-Uzoukwu, revealed that the recently concluded Big Brother Naija show recorded…