The leader of the jihadist group Boko Haram has reacted to the election of Donald Trump to the White House with a warning that “the war has just begun” against the West. “Do not be overwhelmed by people like Donald Trump and the global coalition fighting our brethren in Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan and everywhere,” Abubakar Shekau said in an audio message posted on YouTube late Sunday. “We remain steadfast on our faith and we will not stop,” he said in the hour-long message. “To us, the war has just begun.” Boko Haram is waging a seven-year-old uprising against the Nigerian…
Author: David Folami
Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue has put his hope on God to supply the financial needs of the state government. Ortom said his administration will soon overcome the challenges of non-payment workers’ salaries in the state. Ortom gave the assurance when he met the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastort Enoch Adeboye, who was in Makurdi on Sunday for a programme. The governor, who has owed about five months workers’ salaries, said that God would provide to help for his government to settle the backlog of the salaries. He said despite the economic crunch that…
Femi Adesina, the Special Adviser to President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, has said that only the president has the right to judge his ministers. Adesina made the comment on Sunday, November 13, after he was asked about the possibility of a cabinet reshuffle during an appearance on Channels TV. “Let me refer you to the Good Book. It says, “who are you to judge another man’s servant? It is before his master that he either rises or falls.” The President assembled that cabinet, he has timelines and deliverables for them,” he said. “So he is the one who…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on Monday said it would sanction 13 telecommunications operators for failing to comply with the ‘2442 Do Not Disturb (DND)’ directive on unsolicited telemarketing. According to a statement signed by the NCC’s Director of Public Affairs, Mr Tony Ojobo, the directive was issued on April 20, 2016. Ojobo said that the 13 operators included: Airtel Network Ltd., MTN Nigeria, Globacom Nigeria, Smile Communication, Visafone Communications, Ntel, Etisalat, Multi-Links, Starcomms, Danjay Telecoms, Gamjitel Ltd., Megatech Engineering Ltd. and Gicell Wireless. According to him, the service providers have been given another one-week ultimatum, from Monday, Nov. 14,…
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State on Monday in Benin, announced the appointment of Mr Osarodion Ogie as Secretary to the State Government. Also appointed, according to him, are Mr Taiwo Akerele as Chief of Staff and Mr John Mayaki as his interim Chief Press Secretary. The governor, who made the announcement while addressing the Head of Service of the state and permanent secretaries as he assumed office, said that the three men would be sworn in immediately. He charged civil servants in the state to brace up for maximum productivity, saying that it was satisfying to note that the…
The rapper showcased a glimpse of his immense talent as he performed one of his standout songs off the “Stories That Touch” sophomore album. The rapper is up for Best Music Video (‘Soldier’), Best Rap Album (“Stories That Touch”) and Best Collaboration (‘Soldier’), Album of the Year (“Stories That Touch”) at the Headies 2016 for the period under review (July 2015 – June 2016). He also went home big with Revelation of the Year at the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2016. Falz recently released a joint EP “Chemistry” with Simi, to critical acclaim. Enjoy his performance at the MAMAs.
The annual Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) has kicked off its sixth year of cinematic celebration with Nate Parker’s “Birth of a Nation.” The star-studded opening night of the film festival held at FilmhouseIMAX Cinema,The Rock Drive off Bisola Durosinmi Etti Drive Lekki, Lagos. Celebrities spotted at the event include Rita Dominic, OC Ukeje, Lala ‘Kemi’ Akindoju, Uru Eke, Chioma Ude, Kiki Omeili, Seun Ajayi , James Omokwe, Hilda Dokubo, Michelle Dede, Adesua Etomi, Richard Mofe Damijo, Jay Franklyn Jituboh, Baaj Adebule, Kunle Afolayan, Kate Henshaw, Falz, Lai Mohammed, Chike Okonkwo, Moses Babatope, Debola Williams, Patrick Doyle, Tope Oshin, Kene…
Award winning South African rapper, Cassper Nyovest is the new entrant with a song titled ‘Abashwe’. The rapper, who recently won the award for Best Live Act at the 2016 MTV Africa Music Awards spoke concerning motivation for his people on the track. Download and listen!
37-year-old Ghanian singer Shatta Wale is a new property owner. The dancehall artiste took to Instagram November 11, 2016, sharing a photo of his new mansion. According to him the mansion was bought for a million dollars. “Latest property owner in town .. $1MILLION mansion …Shatta mansion…This is just the beginning .. Say #Champioooooon ..God bless !!” he captioned the shot. Wale recently made a solo entry with his new song titled ‘Maza maza’. The singer has been getting busy lately by featuring in collaboration tracks with other music artistes both within and outside Ghana. His most recent was a…
releases a single titled ‘Emergency’ off his latest album “W.E.E.D”. This should serve as a teaser for fans who haven’t purchased the album. Download and listen up.
Jay Franklyn Jituboh has premiered his anticipated film “Dinner.” A star studded movie, “Dinner” premiered on Friday, November 11, 2016, at Filmhouse IMAX Cinemas. The event was attended by celebrities including Okey Uzoeshi, RMD, Kiki Omeili, Deyemi Okanlawon, Bez, Kehinde Bankole among others. The star-studded movie stars Deyemi Okanlawon, Kehinde Bankole, Enyinna Nwigwe, Keira Hewatch, Okey Uzoeshi, RMD and Ireti Doyle. Mike Okafor is invited by his childhood friend and buddy; Adetunde George Jnr, to have ‘Dinner’ and spend the weekend with him and his fiancée Lola Coker as they plan for their upcoming wedding. Mike decides to come along…
Celebrities and entertainers including Falz, Tee A, Niniola, Emma Nyra, Gbemi and Sharon Ojong were some of the notable faces spotted at the Mansion Party that held in Lekki, Lagos last weekend. Hosted by hypeman Shoddy, one of the major highlights of the event was the moment Falz got everyone at the party to take the Mannequin Challenge and stay still for about 30 seconds during his performance.
Actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo has told his admirers not to be carried away by his charming features as they are only a cover for his imperfection. According to him, he has a great deal of annoying attributes which could turn them off if they spend time with him. He stated this in an Instagram comment he posted on Saturday, November 12, 2016. “So that’s how you’ll be in your lane minding your business and someone would be making hot yellow eba and efo riro for you abi? but on a more serious and personal note, this is not me trying to…
The Friday night fight at Club Quilox between Oritsefemi and some bouncers of the nightclub is yet to be resolved. The fight we learned began inside the nightclub when Oritsefemi was denied entry into the VIP section with his boys. A statement released by his management and obtained by Thenetng reads: ‘On Friday November 11, 2016, at exactly 2 a.m. at Quilox Night Club. Oritsefemi was attacked by a bouncer just because he was trying to stand for an older colleague and a friend.’ ‘Oritsefemi was at the VIP corner when he noticed Sound Sultan and Rock Steady were being…
R&B singer, 2face Idibia has admitted that he wished all his children came from just one woman. The songster, who began his music career as a member of the boy band, Plantashun Boiz, has seven children from four different women. In an interview with Punch News, 2face opened up that he wished that never happened. “It is really tough to talk about it. Honestly, when I look back and examine that aspect of my life, I wish it never happened. “I wish all my kids came from one woman. I love my children and there is nothing I can do…
In the past few weeks, the Mannequin Challenge has become a global viral sensation that celebrities and people from all around the world have engaged including US presidential candidate, Hillary Clinton, Cristiano Ronaldo, M.I Abaga, and many others.
MSN Gang label artiste, Oritsefemi assaulted a bouncer at Quilox nightclub, Victoria Island, Lagos. The incident which occurred on Friday, November 11, 2016, following an altercation with one of the club bouncers, saw Oritsefemi use a wine glass to attack him. According to Oritsefemi, he was hanging out at the VIP section of the club when he noticed one of the club security personnel trying to restrict Sound Sultan from joining the VIP section. He reportedly made attempts to intercede for him which led to the fracas. Now, Sound Sultan says he was chilling in the VIP section in his…
Every time Iyanya pulls his shirt off on stage, the act is usually followed by loud screams from girls. You can’t deny he’s got the body though. But must he pull his shirt off every time; he’s making flat chest guys jealous.
No king reigns forever. But once you’ve reached the celebrity status, your fans would expect nothing but the best from You. One of Nigeria’s finest rappers, Ice Prince, who’s presently on a ‘Jos to the World’ tour, recently found himself bearing the brunt of an unimpressed fan when he congratulated US president-elect, Donald Trump as the ‘baddest guy ever liveth’. With three albums, one EP and over 20 collaborations with respected musicians across world, Ice Prince has proved himself as one of the best and he’s not even struggling. He’s also the man behind some of Nigeria’s popular songs including…
62-year-old actor, Jackie Chan, was awarded an honorary Oscar at the Eighth Annual Governors Awards at the Hollywood and Highland Center in Los Angeles on November 11, 2016. Chan finally received an Oscar after starring in over 200 films and a career spanning over five decades. The Chinese actor was awarded an honorary Oscar at the annual Governors Awards on Saturday for his longtime work in both action comedy and martial arts genres. Chan accepted his award, calling it a “dream” and reflecting on his memories growing up and watching the Oscars with his parents. The actor while receiving the…