2face Idibia announced his intention to lead a protest against bad governance on January 25, 2017. In a call to action, the music star stated his reasons for the march, set to hold on Monday, February 6th, adding that the march was important because the Nigerian government had failed its people. This got threats from the Police, boycott from some celebrities, however, there were still a lot of people that supported the cause and were ready to march with the singer. Unfortunately, these supporters have been sorely disappointed as 2face has just cancelled the protest, stating security concerns as his…
Author: David Folami
2face Idibia is facing major backlash after cancelling the proposed protest, slated for Feb 6, 2016. He made the announcement in an Instagram video, where he stated security concerns. Unfortunately, this has not stopped people from coming for him. Thankfully, fellow singer, Bez Idakula, has risen to 2face’s defense. In a series of tweet, the singer showed his support, while urging people to stop attacking the legendary music star. He started by saying, “Nigeria’s biggest problem is Nigerians, and only a small population is in leadership…” Bez rested his case with this, “That’s why I like to mind my business.…
Afrobeat musician Femi Anikulapo-Kuti has once again denied claims of him being against 2baba’s proposed nationwide protest. The eldest son of Fela Anikulapo-Kuti took to Instagram today, February 4, 2017 to clear the air for the last time. According to the ‘Sorry Sorry’ singer he is only being careful with what he take parts in. In his words, “People have misinterpreted and even gone as far as editing a video fabricating what I said. I tried to clear this on twitter. Some have even insulted me calling me names etc. I am NOT upset or angry but feel the need…
Gov Ayodele Fayose has revealed that he will occupy the seat of the Nigerian President someday. The Ekiti State governor made this known on Saturday, February 4, 2017 in Ado Ekiti while speaking to journalists. In his words: “It is according to God’s will that I will one day become the president of Nigeria “Do not bother to ask me questions as to how this will materialise, I also do not know how it will happen but all I know is that I shall one day occupy the presidential villa, not as a visitor but as president,” he said. Gov…
Senator Andy Uba has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC). Uba announced his defection on Wednesday, February 1, during a press briefing at his home in the Aguata Local Government Area. Below are three reasons Uba gave for his defection: Uba said he joined the APC because it has ideology and focus which he needs to tap into to provide quality representation to his constituents. He added that he joined the APC because of other personalities in the party with sound ideas and whom he looked up to in politics. He also said that…
Wilfried Zaha believes Crystal Palace have shown what it takes to succeed in the relegation battle after registering their first Premier League win under new manager Sam Allardyce. Palace will face Allardyce’s former side Sunderland at home on Saturday in a crucial fixture that pitches two of the current bottom three side against each other. Buoyed by the midweek victory at Bournemouth, Zaha and his team-mates will go into the game with renewed belief and strengthened by the addition of deadline day signings Luka Milivojevic and Mamodou Sakho. And Zaha believes Tuesday’s 2-0 win laid down the blueprint Palace must…
A politician in Delta State, Andy Asavwota has reportedly likened ex-Governor James Ibori to Jesus Christ. The ex-Secretary of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission, DESOPADEC, reportedly made this known as he expressed delight at the return of ex-governor of Delta State. In a report by Daily Trust, Asavwota had said: “He (Ibori) is just like Jesus Christ because he is a man who does not want anyone to suffer.” “Ibori is the man on ground, either here or in limbo, he has affected all and takes everybody along without discrimination. “With his coming around, the politics in…
Former Germany captain Bastian Schweinsteiger has been added to Manchester United’s Europa League squad after fighting his way back into the first-team picture at Old Trafford. Schweinsteiger, 32, was frozen out following Jose Mourinho’s arrival as manager last year and was even written off as an asset in the club’s accounts. But he has come in from the cold, making two substitute appearances and crowning his first start in over a year by scoring in United’s 4-0 FA Cup fourth-round win over Wigan Athletic last weekend. The former Bayern Munich stalwart has been rewarded with a place in the updated…
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero is a summer transfer target for Real Madrid after reportedly falling out with Pep Guardiola. Aguero is likely to lose his first team shirt to new arrival, Gabriel Jesus, as he has failed to adapt to Guardiola’s system at City. Photos emerged a few weeks ago of the striker and his agent in a meeting over his future at City at a restaurant. As speculations continue to grow about his future at City, Real Madrid are ready to swoop for the former Atletico Madrid. Real have been known to be long-term admirers of the striker…
King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, aka K1 De Ultimate has reason to celebrate as he welcomes another grandchild. The Fuji legend took to social media to share the happy news, announcing that his daughter, Sekinat Olatanwa and her husband have welcomed a baby boy in Florida, USA. K1 wrote, “To the glory of God, newest addition to the family of Ojushagbola, as K1 De Ultimate’s daughter, Mrs Sekinat Olatanwa Ayoka & Fuad Adeyemo welcomed a new baby boy in Miami, Florida, USA”. The singer who has a number of children can only expect so much more grandchildren. KWAM 1 recently received…
Nicki Minaj is at it again. The American rapper has stirred up confusion on social media after sharing photos of herself with a baby bump. She shared two photos in which she is clearly sporting a baby bump, one in a lingerie and the other in a gown. As if to make matters worse, Nicki captioned the photo, “ATBIMS. y’all so childish.. – I was gonna wait to share the news but…” Many have found it hard to believe that the “Pills and potions” rapper is pregnant, made worse by the fact that she only recently split up from her…
Fathia Balogun just turned 50 and the new photos she released to mark the milestone makes it even harder to believe. The beautiful Nollywood actress shared the new photos to celebrate her golden jubilee, looking stunning and half her age. The mother-of-three rocked different chic ankara pieces as well as English dresses, with a facebeat that continues to belly her age. The actress has come a long way in the industry as well as on a personal level, and can pass for a veteran act. In June 2016, Fathia, who got divorced in 2015, was conferred with a chieftaincy title…
The Executive Governor of Bayelsa State, Hon. Henry Seriake Dickson, purchased an Innoson IVM Double Carrier 2.7. Gov. Dickson also donated a portion of land in the New Industrial Site for the new Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Plant and Innoson Kiara Academy. The Governor, while expressing his gratitude to Dr Innocent Chukwuma, OFR, for choosing his State among many others to set up his new vehicle manufacturing plant, promised to buy some more utility vehicles from the company. Earlier on, the Chairman and CEO of Innoson Group, Chief Dr Innocent Chukwuma, accompanied by the Special Adviser to the President on Niger…
Nigeria has extended his 10-days vacation in London, United Kingdom. Originally scheduled to return to Nigeria on Sunday, February 5, 2017 and resume work on Monday, February 6, 2017, the President has extended his vacation. According to a statement from Femi Adesina, Buhari has written to the National Assembly on Sunday, February 5, 2017, informing of his desire to extend his leave in order to complete and receive the results of a series of tests recommended by his doctors. Adesina further said that President Buhari had planned to return to Abuja this evening, but was advised to complete the test…
Special adviser to President Buhari on media and publicity, Femi Adesina and Afrobeat musician Dede Mabiaku have sheathed their swords. According to a report by TheCable, the duo made peace on Saturday, February 4, 2017 at the Airtel Touching Lives season 3 premiere. It was reported that Airtl Nigeria’s director of corporate communications, Emeka Oparah and Lagos State commissioner for information, Steve Ayorinde facilitated the reconciliation process after the two disagreed on a live radio programme. Mabiaku and Adesina shook hands, smiled, and also posed for photographs with their mediators. Mabiaku had walked out of a show on Lagos-based 91.3FM…
The Bayelsa Government on Sunday said it had donated 1,200 hectares of land to cattle herdsmen to control indiscriminate grazing in the state. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the state government had in December 2016 announced the restriction of the activities of herdsmen in the state to the Bayelsa Palm area in Yenagoa. According to the government, the decision was to prevent the invasion of farmlands and check any security breaches. Mr Shittu Mohammed, State Chairman, Cattle Ranches Management and Control Committee, disclosed this at an interactive session which comprised stakeholders such as herdsmen, butchers, farmers and…
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed says the report quoting him that President’s return to Nigeria may be hampered by a faulty aircraft is fake. The Minister stated this in a press statement issued on Sunday in Ilorin by his Special Adviser, Mr Segun Adeyemi. “The Minister has not spoken to anyone on the issue of the President’s return, hence this report is another from the stable of the purveyors of fake news,’’ he said. He urged the public to disregard the report.
The Special Adviser to the Nigerian President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, has said only the President is in the position of revealing his own health status. Adesina made this known in a telephone conversation with host of Channels Television’s Sunday Politics. He said: “I am sure it will get to a point when the President has to disclose the status of his health if it needs to be disclosed. If it’s something serious enough to disclose, I am sure he will disclose it.” Continuing, he said: “The President is the one who can release his own health status.…
Boss moves! Burna Boy spent some time in the company of American singer, Drake, and it’s obvious that there was a connection. The dancehall singer took to his Instagram page on Sunday, February 5, 2017, to share a snap of himself and Drake. In case you were wondering, Burna was blown away but Drake also looked happy to meet him. It would be safe to speculate that Burna Boy is planning something big and who knows? Wizkid might finally stop monopolizing Drake’s vocals on his songs. Big things to come, is all we pray.
Fathia Balogun also turned 50-years-old today, celebrating her golden jubilee with stunning photos. The actress has come a long way in the industry as well as on a personal level and can pass for a veteran act. In June 2016, Fathia, who got divorced in 2015, was conferred with a chieftaincy title where she was named the “Atesin’Se Adinni”. The title is said to be in connection with her giving Islam a good image in the industry. She is known for movies such as “Farayola”, “Aje metta 1&2”, “Awawu”.