The Governor of Benue state, Samuel Ortom, has said that he is not afraid to answer questions about how he spent the N28b bailout funds that was given to him by the Federal Government. This is coming on the heels of reports that the Senate has commenced a probe on how the Osun state Governor, Rauf Aregbesola spent the bailout funds given to the state. According to Daily Post, Ortom said the funds were spent judiciously, adding that his administration will not protect any government official found guilty. The Governor, who spoke through his Press Scretary, Terver Akase, said “The…
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Former Minister of aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) boss, Ibrahim Magu, of being high handed. Fani-Kayode also said Magu has created more enemies for President Buhari through his brutal and unlawful ways. The former minister added that the EFCC boss has done greater damage to the war against corruption by arresting innocent people. According to Vanguard, Fani-Kayode also slammed the media for not reporting how Justice Muslim Hassan rebuked the EFCC for its ‘reckless abuse of power’. The former minister in a statement issued by his, spokesman, Jude Ndukwe, said “On monday November…
Notable personalities from Esan have called on Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo state to re-instate the dethroned monarch, Onojie of Uromi, Anselm Aidenojie II. The Onojie was dethroned by former Governor Adams Oshiomhole for reportedly supporting the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). According to Vanguard, the Senator representing Edo Central senatorial district, Clifford Odia, while speaking on the issue, said “The purported removal of His Highness is very callous and was taken in bad faith. That is why we have come to appeal to Uromi people to be calm until the matter is resolved. What the former governor has done is…
The Federal Government on Tuesday in Abuja appealed to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to rescind its decision to embark on a one week warning strike from Nov. 16. Sen. Chris Ngige, Minister of Labour and Employment who made the appeal urged ASUU to shelve the strike to make room to address contending issues. Ngige via a statement issued by Mr Samuel Olowokere, Deputy Director of Press in the Ministry, said shelving the strike would ensure wider consultation. “The claims of nationwide consultations by ASUU cannot be true as the Ministry of Labour and Employment which is the…
Former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon, on Tuesday, declared that peace and unity in Nigeria was not negotiable. He made the declaration at an award giving ceremony in Abuja, organised by National Orientation Agency (NOA) in collaboration with “Love to the World Initiative”, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO). Gowon, who was represented by his brother, Mr Dauda Gowon, as Chairman of the occasion, commended the organisers of the award and congratulated the awardees, as well as urged them to keep up the goodwill. He said the event was timely, considering the problems facing the country at the moment. He added…
Nigerian comedian, Bovi, has turned an inspirational speaker. The new dad took to Instagram today November 15, 2016, writing, “So in life, whatever you do, a positive attitude is your biggest weapon to succeed. Nobody really likes to be with drawbacks. You can’t help everybody in life. You will die if you do. Some people like to dwell in sorrow. If you try and they don’t accept it, leave them. Fear manipulative people. They will destroy you eventually. Learn to listen. You don’t learn when you do all the talking. Dance! When you’re dead you won’t be able to. Laugh…
Nollywood actress, Chelsea Eze, turned a year older on Tuesday, November 15, and marked the new year with some sexy new photos. She took to her Instagram page to share topless new photos in which she posed in her underwear and nothing else. The fast rising actress left her fans drooling with the snaps, keeping her boobs covered with her arm and a bouquet of flowers. She captioned one of the posts, “Super Thankful…. I am thankful for good health,I am thankful for my career, My friends and family, my fans,everyone who rides this Ship with me even those who…
Cassper Nyovest has just received his second Bentley, a Continental GT whip, in six months! South African Hip Hop star was pictured at a popular Sandton car dealer ‘Prestige Marques’ where he was seen taking stock of the spanking new ride on Monday, November 14. Prestige Marques later shared photos via its official Instagram page, congratulating Nyovest on the new ride. They captioned the post, “Two Bentleys in 6 months! Glad we were able to help you source this beauty. God bless and many safe miles #anotherone#prestigemarques #wethebest@casspernyovest.” Nyovest acquired his first Bentley in April this year, and dissed colleague,…
People Magazine has just released their sexiest man alive awardee and Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is our man! The world’s highest-paid actor actor took to Instagram on November 15, 2016, full of thanks to fans and followers. “This just means I’m still up at 4am trainin’ hard, takin’ care of my babies, drivin’ my pick up truck and tellin’ a few dirty/nerdy jokes… extremely sexily of course. Huge THANK YOU you to the entire hard working and very cool staff at @People as well as all the fans worldwide. I’m honored and grateful for the luv! Remember, sexy isn’t something…
To celebrate the historic encounters between longstanding local football rivals, Puma has been collaborating with top players to pay tribute to their local rivalries. Gaining personal insights into each player’s key derbies, Puma has developed an eight-part series of special edition boots that can be worn with pride on matchday. Working closely with Antoine Griezmann on the design, Puma has created the signature evoSPEED SL-S Griezmann Derby Fever with an Atlético inspired look and feel that doesn’t compromise on style. Red soled with a white and red upper that features stars and stripes, the boot is a tribute to the…
Sunderland manager David Moyes is hoping his willingness to give youngsters a chance in his first team will attract some of the finest young talents in the game to the Premier League club’s academy. In a bid to inject energy into his ageing squad, Moyes has fielded 10 under-23 players in his first-team this season, including defenders Paddy McNair, Donald Love and Jason Denayer, and midfielders Didier Ndong and Adnan Januzaj. “Everton had an academy which produced young players, Manchester United had an academy which produced young players, and Sunderland have an academy which has produced,” Moyes told British media,…
Manager Jurgen Klopp has given Liverpool’s players a winning mentality while boosting their self-belief, according to Brazil playmaker Philippe Coutinho. The five-time European champions have surged to the top of the Premier League with 26 points from 11 matches and return to action after the international break with a trip to 10th-placed Southampton on Saturday. “The winning mentality, the coach has brought this. He emphasises it a lot,” Coutinho was quoted as saying on the club website (www.liverpoolfc.com) on Tuesday. “He gives confidence to the players. I think today we believe more in our own potential and that has made…
England goalkeeper Joe Hart has consciously toned down his pre-match routine after criticism he was excessively motivated during his country’s ill-fated Euro 2016 campaign, he confessed to reporters on Monday. Hart was caught on camera thumping his chest and bellowing at his team-mates in the tunnel prior to games at Euro 2016, with former England striker Ian Wright accusing him of being “too pumped up”. At fault for goals against Wales in the group phase and in England’s calamitous last 16 defeat by Iceland, Hart was then frozen out at Manchester City and is rebuilding his reputation on loan at…
The Cameroon national team coach Hugo Broos has been given an ultimatum by the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) to beat the Super Eagles of Nigeria or lose his job. After two draws (against Algeria and Zambia) the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon will face the Super Eagles of Nigeria in a double header of the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Ahead of the double header, FECAFOOT have charged Broos and his backroom staff to ensure they beat the Super Eagles. With two consecutive draws, the FECAFOOT believe that two victories over the Super Eagles will bring their World Cup qualifying campaign…
Lionel Messi had to reach for the sick bag on Monday as the plane carrying the Argentina team endured a bumpy ride from Buenos Aires to San Juan ahead of a World Cup qualifier. The Barcelona superstar and several of his team-mates took ill due to the turbulence during the journey to the city near the Andes where Argentina will face Colombia on Tuesday. The bout of illness will not stop Messi or any of his colleagues from playing in what is a crucial game for Argentina’s hopes of reaching the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Edgardo Bauza’s side are…
The Technical Adviser of the Super Eagles, Gernot Rohr has revealed that he will be spying on Nigeria’s 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers’ opponents in Gabon next year. Algeria and Cameroon will be playing at the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations in Gabon and with Nigeria not involved in the tourney, Rohr will use the opportunity to spy on his opponents. “I will be in Gabon to look at Cameroon and Algeria again,” the German coach is quoted to say by Vanguard. After their 3-1 win over Algeria on Saturday, November 12 in the matchday 12 of the qualifiers, the…
Football legend Pele has been asked to return N133m ($300,000) to Akwa Ibom State Government after failing to attend an event in 2014. According to reports, Pele was paid the sum to attend the opening of the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo in 2014. Pele was unable to attend the event after his agent had received the appearance fee of $300,000 from the Akwa Ibom State Government. According to African Football, Akwa Ibom State Government have asked the Brazilian football legend to return the money as did not honour the contract. “The Akwa Ibom Government want their cash back,…
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick says this could be his last season at the club and backed world-record signing Paul Pogba to showcase his “very special” talent. The veteran playmaker, who joined United in 2006, has mainly been used in cup competitions this season under Jose Mourinho, although he did start United’s last league game and is in contention for only his second Premier League start of the campaign this weekend against Arsenal. Asked if he would like to remain at Old Trafford beyond this season, the former England international told Sky Sports: “Yeah, but I’m 35 now and I…
Arsenal forward Alex Iwobi has admitted that he never expected to be a regular for Arsene Wenger’s side this season. Iwobi who was promoted to the Arsenal senior team in 2015 has been a regular for the team this season. The 20-year-old has played in nine Premier League games this season as well as a couple of Champions League fixtures. “Honestly I didn’t expect to be where I am today,” Iwobi told Arsenal Player. “I thought a long time ago that I’d be on loan and probably get experience there before having experience in the first team, but the fact…
A maths teacher has found a way to connect with her students using Paul Pogba’s dab celebration as a maths question. Since the dance step became popular, it has become Pogba’s trademark celebration anytime he scores. A teacher in France used a photo of the Manchester United star dabbing as a maths question in Pythagoras’ theorem. “Cristiano Ronaldo is jealous of Paul Pogba’s dab, then tries to demonstrate that it is not perfect. According to the book – The Universal Declaration of the Rights of the Dab – a perfect dab is only if the triangles represented in the figure…