Nigerian music star 2face Idibia has released a video on why he’s organising a protest against the Buhari led administration. The ‘Officially blind’ singer following criticism and onslaught from fans and some celebrities went live on Facebook on January 31, 2017, talking about the protest. According to him, “I will no longer be quiet. My partners, colleagues and I have come together to create a platform for Nigerians to communicate their real pains to government at all levels in a peaceful and articulate manner with a view to getting lasting solutions to our problems. This march is about demanding that…
Author: David Folami
Barcelona have confirmed their second signing of deadline day with the arrival of Ezekiel Bassey on loan from Nigerian side Enyimba International until the end of the season. Bassey, who primarily plays as a winger, follows Uruguayan defender Santiago Bueno in at Camp Nou and both will form part of the promotion chasing Barca B squad. The Catalan club also revealed that they have an option to sign the 20-year-old in the summer if he impresses in Gerard Lopez’s team. “FC Barcelona and Enyimba International Football Club have reached an agreement for the loan of Ezekiel Joseph Bassey until the…
Jose Mourinho only saw enough from Anthony Martial at the weekend to name the forward on the Manchester United bench against Hull on Wednesday. An impressive maiden season at Old Trafford has been followed by a frustrating second campaign for the 21-year-old attacker. Martial has netted six goals in 22 appearances since Jose Mourinho’s arrival and the United boss has not been afraid to leave him out of the squad, never mind the starting lineup, at times. Questions over the player’s happiness increased after recently being omitted from the league match at Stoke and EFL Cup semifinal second leg against…
Arsene Wenger has said that Arsenal “were not mentally ready” to deal with Watford’s physical play in Tuesday’s 2-1 loss at the Emirates, and was left questioning why his team keeps getting off to bad starts in games. Arsenal were 2-0 down after just 13 minutes as Watford dominated the first half, using their size advantage in almost every position to prevent the Gunners from establishing their normal passing game in the steady rain. Alex Iwobi pulled a goal back in the second half, but Arsenal could not find an equaliser and fell nine points behind leaders Chelsea in a…
Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang says he is considering leaving the German club this summer. Aubameyang, 27, has been linked with a move to China, while he has often stated his desire to join Real Madrid and fulfil the wish of his grandfather. But he admitted that he is certainly weighing up his future. “This is the question I am asking myself right now. It is a particular moment. I am fully considering a move away in the summer,” he told RMC. “Obviously, I feel very good here because of the magnificent fans. It is a big club. However, I…
Arsenal’s title hopes took a significant dent as they suffered a 2-1 loss to Watford at Emirates Stadium. Watford took a surprise lead in the 10th minute when Younes Kaboul’s free kick deflected off Aaron Ramsey to leave goalkeeper Petr Cech wrong-footed. And it was 2-0 just three minutes later when Troy Deeney pounced after Etienne Capoue’s initial shot was saved by Cech. The Gunners pulled a goal back through Alexi Iwobi, who guided home at the back post from Alexis Sanchez’s chip. But Arsene Wenger, who was watching from the stands due to suspension, saw his side fail to…
Liverpool goalkeeper Simon Mignolet said he “didn’t hear the whistle” to restart play before David Luiz scored from a free kick to give Chelsea the lead in Tuesday’s 1-1 draw. Mignolet was still positioning his wall when Luiz ran up to quickly take the free kick that went in off the near post, but the keeper gave credit to his opponent. “I didn’t hear the whistle, then he hit it earlier,” Mignolet told BT Sport. “It was a good free kick in the end but obviously you have to give yourself a chance to save it but that didn’t happen.”…
Popular Nollywood Actor, Osita Iheme has ventured into the music business. The star who is widely known for his portrayal of ‘Pawpaw’, a comedic role which is hugely popular among the Nigerian audience, describes himself as an ‘actor, author and a motivational speaker’. Clearly, he has added record label executive to that title. And the label which is called Young Boss Records is already home to two artistes; Barrister Max and Charisma. The actor himself took to his Instagram to announce the new music from his new label members. We wonder if he would make some music himself in the…
Adekunle Gold has had a wonderful two years as a YBNL artiste. The singer, who was signed to the label in December 2014, released his debut album, Gold, in July 2016. His contract with the prominent music label expired after the conclusion of Olamide’s 2016 concert, OLIC3. Now, would you advise him to renew his recording contract there, or become a label boss like Lil Kesh?
Nollywood actress Ibinabo Fiberesima has taken to Instagram to celebrate her daughter, Ewomazino Amata as she clocks nine years today. Her loving message reads: ‘My beautiful daughter Ewomazino Amata is 9years old today. Happy birthday darlyn. join me to wish her a very happy birthday. May the grace of God never depart from your life today and forever my Angel. Amen’
Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South-East have thrown their weight behind President Buhari. The Igbo APC leaders also said they will support Buhari to rule as President for another term of four years. This is coming on the heels of a comment by former President Obasanjo, calling for the Igbos to take a shot at the 2019 presidential race. Speaking on behalf of the leaders of the APC in the South-East, Rochas Okorocha said APC is the party for Igbos to realise their potential. According to Vanguard, the Imo Governor also revealed that three serving Governors…
APC national leader, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, often chooses his words carefully. So, when he goes on the record on occasion, we often do well to take notes. Take for instance Tinubu’s recent comments. While presenting a paper at the National Defence College in Abuja, Tinubu all but rubbished the economic policies of the Muhammadu Buhari administration. Just in case you’ve been under some rock in the last three years, Tinubu was instrumental in forging the alliance that saw Buhari become President in 2015. Tinubu also handpicked Yemi Osinbajo as Buhari’s running mate. Tinubu’s Southwest base delivered its share of…
The last is yet to be heard on the case involving Harrysong and Five Star Music over his breach of contract. Harrysong’s three-year contract with Five Star is supposed to expire this month, January 2017, but in November 2016 he announced his own label, Alterplate. The record label, led by ‘Limpopo’ singer Kcee, has now made the first attempt to maintain the terms of his contract by advising the general public to tread with caution and desist from transacting any business with Harry. Aside releasing none of the three albums mandated in Harrysong’s contract, the record label also claim they…
President Buhari has pleaded with Nigerians to be patient, in the midst of the economic hardship. According to Daily Post, Buhari made the plea at the 46th convocation ceremony of the University of Nigeria (UNN), Nsukka. The President also praised the founding fathers of UNN for building a solid foundation for Nigerians. Buhari, who was represented by the minister of state for education, Professor Anthony Awnuka said “The assemblage of Nigerians to mark the convocation has in no small measure fueled the belief that the general public share the agony of the present state of affairs in the country.” He…
The Niger State Fire Service has confirmed an early morning fire outbreak at the NNPC depot in Suleja. Mr Mohammad Kwale, the officer in charge of the service in Suleja, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday that the outbreak affected the loading section in the depot. ”The outbreak started around 4:30am when we were called. By 5:00am we have put out the fire. ”An articulated vehicle was burnt while the loading canopy and some pipes were damaged. No life was, however, lost in the incidence,” he told NAN. ”The explosion was like bomb. But a colleague of…
Impressed by the Lagos State Government’s infrastructure-driven development in Epe after several decades of neglect, residents said on Sunday that the giant strides were already stimulating growth and promoting tourism in the hinterland. Epe lies on the north bank of the Lagos Lagoon and has road links to Ijebu-Ode in Ogun and Ikorodu in Lagos State. In separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Epe, the residents lauded the government’s initiatives for attracting investment to the area. They noted that the ongoing accelerated development would boost tourism, culture, agriculture, arts and entertainment in the area. Mr Niyi…
English Premier League giants Chelsea will play the A-League’s Perth Glory in a friendly next year in the team’s only Australian appearance, officials said Sunday. The match will take place in late July or early August at Perth’s new 65,000-capacity stadium, Western Australia Premier Colin Barnett said in a statement. Officials are hopeful Antonio Conte’s side — the 2014-15 Premier League champions and current league leaders — will attract fans from across the island continent and from Asia. “This is an enormous opportunity for not only football fans, but sport fans in general, from around the nation and the Asia-Pacific…
Without any shadow of doubt, it is clear that President Buhari is alive and well, contrary to rumours being spread on social media. Another picture has surfaced, showing the First Lady, Aisha Buhari by the side of the President. The Presidency had earlier issued a statement refuting reports of Buhari’s death, but people said they were not telling Nigerians the truth. The back and forth between some concerned Nigerians and supporters of Buhari continued on social media. The matter calmed down a bit, when a picture of the President in a meeting with the Governor of Ogun state,Ibikunle Amosun was…
Theo Walcott struck a hat-trick against his former club after Danny Welbeck scored twice on his first start since a knee injury in May as Arsenal thrashed Southampton 5-0 in the fourth round of the FA Cup at St Mary’s on Saturday. It was a match between two weakened teams, but the strength in depth of Arsenal, FA Cup winners in 2014 and 2015, ensured the visitors won out. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will have been especially pleased with the performance of Welbeck, who had not started since a 2-2 draw away to Manchester City in May. It was only…
Every Sunday on a Big Brother show expected to see the eviction of a housemate or maybe two, and Sunday, January 29, 2017, wasn’t an exception for Big Brother Naija. However, Big Brother had previously announced a twist; though the Housemates were oblivious of the fact, two housemates will be joining the house, and no one will be evicted from the show this Sunday. During the week, CoCoIce, Bally, TBoss, Kemen and Miyonse were nominated for possible eviction. Uriel had used her Head of House power to save Miyonse and replaced him with Marvis. The Sunday, January 29, Live show…