Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress [APC] in Kaduna State, has advised President Muhammadu Buhari to drop non performing ministers. Baba-Ahmed gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Kaduna on Sunday. He also urged the President to quickly push through, policies that would reduce current high level of poverty in the country. “If you go by the opinion of a lot of Nigerians, some of the ministers are just filling up space. “There is a case to be made for the argument that the president should critically assess his ministers…
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One of the close allies of President Muhammadu Buhari, Alhaji Buba Galadima, has said the ruling party, APC has been raped aground by the PDP. In a recent interview with Daily Trust, Galadima said the ruling party is only claiming to be in power but it is actually being controlled by the Peoples Democratic Party. He said: “The APC has been raped aground, and it is only claiming to be in government because it is the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that is actually controlling power.” Continuing, Galadima, who worked with President Buhari in the 2003, 2007, 2011 and 2015 general…
The Federal Government has been advised to tax Nigerians for every call above three minutes. The advice came from the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, who says it will cushion the effect of the economic recession. Speaking at the Annual Bankers’ Dinner in Lagos on Friday, November 18, 2016, Emefiele said the government could raise about N100billion as additional revenue by introducing the charge. In his words, “There are several ways we can raise additional revenue to finance the increased expenditure that is needed to engender fast and sustainable growth in the economy.” Speaking further Emefiele…
Bishop Isaac Ayo Olawuyi, the leader of the Diocese of Lagos West, Methodist Church of Nigeria, has said religious leaders have the right to reprimand politicians if they are on the wrong path. In an exclusive chat, Olawuyi explained that the politicians are humans who have the duty of giving account of their activities not to only voters and citizens but religious leaders in whom they had shared their ambition with. Olawuyi said: “As church leaders, we should be courageous enough to correct our political leaders and put them right where it is required. “I don’t believe we should only…
World’s richest black woman, Folorunsho Alakija has revealed the source of her industrious nature. Alakija recently revealed that her late mother was the inspiration behind her doggedness and ability to strive hard in her pursuit of success. The billionaire made this known at the Wealth Creation platform organised by KICC in Lagos, when she spoke about how wealth can be created and managed. She said: “I can tell you my mum was an inspiration for me, she was industrious till her dying days. My mum died at the age of 92 and till her death she was a businesswoman. My…
Barely a month after the FG dropped Senate orders forgery charges against Senate President, Bukola Saraki and his deputy, Ike Ekweremadu, another report has reportedly reared its head. According to Punch Newspaper, the police under the Special Investigation Panel have reportedly submitted another report on the investigations. It was reported that the report, which has been received by the to the National Prosecution Coordination Committee, has indicted the Senate President and Deputy Senate President. The report also revealed that the Special Investigation Panel, headed by the retired Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Ali Amodu, explained that Salisu Maikasuwa, a former Clerk…
Finance minister, Kemi Adeosun has explained why the Federal Government has decided to reflate the Nigerian economy to cure the current economic recession. In a recent chat with Pulse, Adeosun disclosed that reflation of the economy by the FG will create more job opportunities and encourage the Nigerian businesses to favourably compete with international counterparts. She said: “We are trying to reflate the economy and get it back on the period of growth. And the strategy we are adopting is to inject more money and funds into the economy particularly in the area of capital projects. This is because we…
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar might have scaled the first hurdle as he aims at contesting as a Presidential candidate in 2019. In a recent report by Punch Newspaper, the United States Department of Justice has denied having any record that indicates that Atiku has a pending lawsuit in the US. It was also reported that a spokesperson for the US DOJ, Peter Carr said, “Thank you for reaching out to us. I have checked the public court records, and they do not show cases filed against a defendant named Atiku Abubakar.” On the allegations about being wanted in the…
Idris Elba plays a former rugby player, Max whose life is spiralling out of control in “100 Streets”. The film’s trailer released by Samuel Goldwyn Films shows Elba’s character, a sports star who seems to be losing it all as he gets involved with drugs, alcohol and womanizing. The trailer gets intense when Max finds out his wife is cheating on him and he eventually gets violent. “100 Streets” is directed by Jim O’Hanlon. It also stars Gemma Arterton, Franz Drameh, Ken Stott, Kierston Wareing and Charles Creed-Miles. Here’s the synopsis shared in the description box of the trailer: “100…
The annual Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) has rounded off its sixth year of cinematic celebration with Izu Ojukwu’s “76.” The movie screened on Friday, November 18, 2016 at FilmhouseIMAX Cinema, Lekki, Lagos, with a Festival Party at Boat ClubAwolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, by 10pm. Celebrities spotted at the event include RMD, Rita Dominic, Genevieve Nnaji, Ramsey Noah, Toni Tones, Hilda Dokubo, Chioma Ude, Kiki Omeili, Deyemi Okanlawon, Blessing Egbe, Izu Ojukwu, among others. Speaking at the event, Ojukwu said of the props: “We had to search for them for about two years. This project started in 2009. Some of…
Nollywood actor, Leo Mezie is back in his home country, Nigeria following a successful kidney treatment in London. According to Punch News, Mezie has appealed to his well-wishers to give him time to rest and spend time with his family. He stated that he would address the public, whom he thanked for their love and support very soon. “It has all been God and I give him all the thanks and praises. “I just got back into Nigeria and I would beg you to please let me rest and spend some time with my family. “I promise to address the…
While the reality TV star has remained largely under the radar since being robbed at gunpoint inside her Paris apartment in October, Kim Kardashian has reportedly decided to start taking self-defence lessons to prevent any future occurrence. The routine she’s learning was specifically designed for the Israeli army and includes techniques from boxing and incorporates realistic war front training. The mother of two is not willing to take any chances so she has taken up the training, known as Krav Maga. This comes after firing her bodyguard, Patrick Duvier, who was out partying on the night she was attacked in…
Julius Agwu who has been off social media for 12 weeks, stirring speculation of a relapse in his health, returned briefly to Instagram. The ace comedian shared a photo of his feet via his Instagram page on Friday, November 18, deleting it shortly after. His fans who have been worried that the comedian might be struggling with his health, have begun speculating that the photo was shared from his hospital bed. Whatever the case maybe, the still poured in love and prayers for the comedian, wishing him a speedy recovery. Agwu underwent a successful brain surgery to remove lumps found…
Marc Anthony and wife, Shannon De Lima have called their marriage of two years quits. The news throws more light on the epic kiss the singer shared with his ex, Jennifer Lopez. An Insider reportedly disclosed to Us Weekly that, “It just was not working and they didn’t have enough in common.” The 48-year-old singer wedded the 28-year-old Venezuelan model in the Dominican Republic on November 11, 2014. The pair started dating months after the Latin singer split from Lopez, ending their marriage of seven years in 2012. J. Lo and Anthony share 8-year-old twins, Max and Emme. Funny how…
Ten years after separating from her ex, Eddy Remedy, gospel singer, Kenny Saint Best has disclosed that she is prepared to tie the knot once more. The singer mentioned in an interview with Punch News’ Saturday Beats that she used a whole decade to nurture her children into teenagers. This was quite important to her as she wanted to give them all her attention before considering getting into another marriage. “I told God that when I am doing my 50th birthday, there must be a man beside me. That is the deal I struck with God. “It is exactly ten…
Actress, Cossy Ojiakor, has denied a report that she was detained by the United States Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) over her big breast. This is following an Instagram post by Alibaba on Wednesday, November 16, 2016, who claimed she admitted it to her during a trip to the US. He wrote, “So @cossyojiakor and I were on the same flight to the USA last month… I had crossed Immigration and even checked in and realised she had not called to say she had checked in… “Called later and found out they held her back at the airport for two…
Gerard Pique refused to use the absence of key players as an excuse for Barcelona’s goalless draw at home to Malaga on Saturday. Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Andres Iniesta were all missing as Barca failed to win at Camp Nou in the league for the third time this season. However, Pique says there can be no complaints given the amount of money invested in Luis Enrique’s squad. “We’re Barca and we can’t blame absences,” he said after the match, which he ended as an emergency centre-forward. “We have players that cost a lot of money and a huge budget…
Actor and comedian, John Okafor, a.k.a Mr. Ibu, has described former Vice-President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar as a blessing to humanity. Mr. Ibu posted the comment on his Instagram on Friday, November 18, 2016. In the post, he was seen in a picture with Abubakar, both smiling at each other as they shook hands in the midst of the ex Vice-President’s aides. “Atiku Abubakar is a God sent to humanity. He keeps saving souls from pains,” the actor wrote. The politician served as the country’s Vice-President between May 1999 and 2007 alongside President Olusegun Obasanjo. He was the eleventh Vice-President…
Harry Kane scored a brace in the dying minutes as Tottenham Hotspur came from behind to defeat West Ham 3-2 at White Hart Lane. The Hammers opened the scoring when Michail Antonio headed home from close range after Cheikhou Kouyate had hit the bar in the build-up, but Tottenham were level after the restart through Harry Winks, who slotted home from close range on his first Premier League start. Manuel Lanzini fired the visitors back in front in the 68th minute, converting from the penalty spot after Janssen had hauled down Winston Reid inside the area. However, Kane found an…
Wayne Rooney delivered a defiant riposte to his critics on Saturday, insisting he is “not finished yet” following a week of controversy in the wake of allegations of late-night drinking while on international duty. The Manchester United and England captain returned to action for his club as a second-half substitute in the 1-1 draw against Arsenal at Old Trafford. But after seeing his reputation tarnished with a week of lurid tabloid headlines surrounding his decision to attend a wedding party at England’s team hotel — while wearing England branded leisure wear — Rooney spoke to reporters after the game to…