The Bring Back Our Girls (BBOG) group has said that it always believed in the government’s capacity to rescue the abducted Chibok girls. The group made the comments following the release of 21 Chibok girls by Boko Haram. A statement released by BBOG spokespersons, Aisha Yesufu and Oby Ezekwesili, on the development reads: “We welcome reports from the Presidential Spokesperson, Garba Shehu, of the negotiated release of 21 of our abducted #ChibokGirls today.This wonderful development confirms what we have always known about the capacity of our goverment to rescue our #ChibokGirls.” “While awaiting further details, we take this opportunity to…
Author: David Folami
Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed has dismissed claims that the release of 21 Chibok girls was as a result of a swap deal with the Boko Haram terrorist sect. There were reports that the Federal Government had released four Boko Haram members in exchange for the 21 Chibok girls who were set free by the terrorist this morning. Addressing a world press conference in Abuja on Thursday, October 13, 2016, the minister said the release was based on confidence building between the Boko Haram sect and the government. The minister noted that the girls were released at about 5:30am on…
50-year-old singer, Janet Jackson, has finally confirmed she’s expecting a baby with husband, Wissam Al Mana. The music star shared a photo of her growing baby bump exclusively with People. Janet who should be about 7 months pregnant now going by reports was recently spotted going out dressed casually. Meanwhile, Doctors have ordered the 50 year old pregnant star to remain on bed rest due to unknown pregnancy complications. A source told E! News that Janet is under “doctor’s orders to rest” until her baby arrives. “She is doing okay and resting until she is due for her baby,” the…
Selena Gomez is currently in a Tennessee treatment facility where she’s recovering from anxiety, panic attacks and depression. Sources say the pop star, 24, has been recovering at a treatment facility since announcing on August 30 that she was taking a break to manage “anxiety, panic attacks and depression.” The ‘Kill em with kindness’ singer also cancelled 34 remaining dates on her Revival world tour as a result. “Selena is dealing with lupus, but this break is to focus on her mental health. She can go to a very dark place,” a source close to the pop star tells Us…
Jesse Jagz has been walking around with a denture and we didn’t even notice that! The popular rapper in a rapid fire question segment with Pulse revealed his front tooth is artificial thanks to brother, MI Abaga. “My front tooth is chipped. It has been chipped for years because me and MI had a fight,” he said. “I was six he was nine. In the middle of the fight, he sucker punched me. Boom! Tooth flew out. So my front tooth is artificial,” he added. That’s not all, apparently, Jagz has been arrested once upon a time but he refused…
French prosecutors have formally opened an investigation into the armed robbery in Paris of Kim Kardashian in which the US reality TV star lost millions in jewellery, a judicial source said on Wednesday. No suspect has been arrested, but investigators are examining DNA traces found in the luxury apartment where five gunmen robbed Kardashian of jewellery worth some nine million euros ($10 million), sources close to the investigation said. The star’s 30,000-euro ($33,000) diamond necklace, found in the street by a passer-by hours after the October 3 heist, has not yielded any usable DNA samples, one of the sources told…
Seven years after his death and late Michael Jackson is still raking in the cash! Forbes has just revealed the late King Of Pop earned a whooping $825 million this year alone. According to Forbes, Jackson has generated so much revenue following his estate’s decision to sell his half-share of the Beatles catalogue to Sony for $750 million. The star had purchased the rights to Beetle’s music back in 1984 for $47.5 million and then sold 50 percent of it to Sony in 1995 for $115 million. His remaining share was sold to Sony in March this year. Following Michael…
Hollywood actress, Halle Berry, penned a powerful message to women in abusive relationships. The “Kidnap” star took to Instagram on October 12, 2016, sharing a photo of herself with a crown on her head writing, “My #WCW goes to all my QUEENS who have suffered any form of domestic violence. I think this quote captures it perfectly… “Dear women, Sometimes you’ll just be too much woman. Too smart, too beautiful, too strong. Too much of something. That makes a man feel like less of a man, which will start making you feel like you have to be less of a…
Omawunmi has got a clap back for people fat shaming her. She is tired of people calling her fat and took to Instagram on Thursday, October 13, 2016, saying she has accepted herself and her body and wants people to leave it like that. She wrote, “This is my b**ch resting face… Which can also mean ‘honesty, I can’t be bothered’. I have come to own and accept the real me, when/if I have to change my body, I may do it. So till then this my response to ‘Omawumi is fat’. So I’ve added a few kilos, Omawumi is…
Today is also the birthday of hit music producer D’Tunes. D’Tunes whose real names are Adesanya Doyinsola at 20, had worked with acts such as Faze, Ruggedman, Dipp, Silver Saddih, Lord of Ajasa, Cap B, Iceberg Slim, Rico White, Shank, Hakym d Dream, Rasheed and many others. His big break came when he produced Iyanya’s monster hit ‘Kukere’ in 2011. He went on to produce Iyanya’s successful album Iyanya vs. Desire.
Today is the birthday of Nigerian singer, Jeremiah Gyang! A native of Jos, Plateau State in Northern Nigeria, Jeremiah Gyang became conversant with the Piano and Guitar before reaching the age of ten. With a revered and well known musician as a father, late Rev. Luke Dung Gyang, it’s little wonder the talented act began to sing in his church. He is often credited as being responsible for bringing contemporary Hausa music to the mainstream with hits like ‘Na ba ka’ ( I give you) which skyrocketed him to national consciousness, then ‘Kauna Allah’ (God’s Love) and ‘In love with…
Our birthday boy is longtime rapper, Ikechukwu. Ikechukwu Onunaku was born and raised in America. He was formerly a marine in America and also has a black belt in Taekwondo. Ikechukwu has three albums under his belt. He was formerly signed to Storm Records, and was affiliated with Mo’ Hits briefly.
Toke Makinwa is a survivor and she wants you to know that! The media personality took to Instagram on Thursday, October 13, 2016, sharing a photo with the inscription, “My setback was a blessing! I survived what was meant to destroy me. I came back like a boss… fabulous, wiser and stronger than ever.” This comes after the OAP came under public scrutiny after giving advice to young women to let loose and have fun. In the clip which lasts for 60 seconds, Toke Makinwa tells ladies to live life on the edge, kiss strangers, have one night stands, pierce…
Popular Nollywood actor, IK Ogbonna will be smiling to the bank pretty soon. The actor just got himself a multi-million Naira endorsement deal with DORCO shaving sticks. The deal is reportedly worth over $200,000 convert that to Naira and you see a lot of numbers! The brand has also endorsed big International Celebrities like, American rapper Bow Wow and Hollywood actress, Christina Milian. IK himself took to Twitter to confirm the deal, with the caption, “Deal Sealed, say hi to Mr. Dorco.” Meanwhile, IK Ogbonna in a recent interview talks about his trying times while struggling to make a living…
Manchester United star Juan Mata took advantage of the international break to unveil the latest Loewe fragrance. Mata is an ambassador for Loewe and was on hand at the store to unveil their new fragrance Loewe001. At the event, the 28-year-old was all smiles as he posed for photos with some fans who attended the unveiling. The unveiling held at the Indulge Fragrance Store at the intu Trafford Centre. It will back to business for the midfielder as Manchester United travel to Liverpool on Monday, October 17 in the Premier League. Mata is set to be named in the starting…
England defender Gary Cahill believes John Stones is capable of winning 100 caps with the national team. Stones, 22, has already made 13 England appearances and looks set to be at the heart of the defence for years to come. Cahill, who won his 50th cap in the draw with Slovenia, feels the Manchester City defender could play 100 international games. “John is a top player, and I’ve played with a lot of other centre-backs,” he said, via the Mirror. “He’s moved to Manchester City and he’s going to be under great guidance there and be playing in great, massive…
England goalkeeper Joe Hart says the mistakes he made at Euro 2016 left him “gutted”, but he is determined to move on and show the world what he can do. Hart was at fault in his side’s round-of-16 defeat against Iceland, having previously made an error in the group stages against Wales. The Torino shot-stopper – on loan from Manchester City – has now admitted he should have done better, but he has already left the disappointment of the tournament in France behind after helping England to a scoreless draw with Slovenia on Tuesday, making a string of fine saves.…
Delhi Dynamos manager Gianluca Zambrotta is keen to lure Zlatan Ibrahimovic away from Manchester United when his contract expires. Ibrahimovic joined United from Paris Saint-Germain ahead of the 2016-17 campaign and has made a fine start to life at Old Trafford, scoring four goals in seven Premier League outings. The 35-year-old’s deal is due to expire at the end of the season and Zambrotta has vowed to do his utmost to lure him to India. “Given his fan following in India, I think Zlatan would want to come and end his career here,” Zambrotta told Indian Express. “On my end,…
Manchester United have made contact over the prospect of signing Fran Villalba from Valencia, the player’s agent has said. Vicente Flores claims that an initial enquiry over the 18-year-old has been lodged but warns that negotiations remain at an early stage. When asked if United had been in touch with the club or Villalba’s representatives over a transfer, Flores told Sport Witness: “With me. Just a contact to know his situation. They’re already aware. “I don’t know about Valencia. But I reckon they will make it hard.” When pressed on whether a transfer bid from Jose Mourinho’s side was likely,…
Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon insists he pays little attention to his critics as he looks to move on from his costly error against Spain. The Juventus goalkeeper charged from his goal and missed the ball in Italy’s World Cup qualifier last week, leaving Vitolo in the clear to open the scoring in a 1-1 draw. And, while Buffon’s mistake has been widely discussed in the media, the 38-year-old is adamant that he does not need to be told when he has played badly and is focused on showing his class again. “I do not take to the field to defend…