The Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, on Thursday, invited Russian farmers to invest in Nigeria, produce and export to Europe to earn foreign exchange. Osinbajo told a Russian delegation which visited him at the State House, Abuja, that “we are just six hours away from Europe by air. Vegetables and flour can be exported to Europe from here; from our local markets.” The vice president told the Russian delegation, led by Mr Alexander Tkachev, the Russian Minister of Agriculture, that the availability of arable land in Nigeria made the case for improved local agricultural production highly imperative. Osinbajo noted that…
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President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday pledged that Nigeria would team up with other countries to strengthen maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea. The President made the pledge when he received the Executive Secretary of the Gulf of Guinea Commission, Mrs Florentina Adenike Ukonga, at the State House, Abuja. Buhari said that the Commission was of strategic importance, as most of the crude oil siphoned from Nigeria was taken through the Gulf of Guinea. “The region between Senegal and Angola affects our financial and physical security as a country. “Nigeria will, therefore, meet all its obligations to the Gulf of…
The Senate on Thursday threatened to deal with Ministries, Departments or Agencies (MDAs) which violated the Public Procurement Act which compelled them to give preference to locally-produced in their purchases. President of the Senate, Dr Bukola Saraki, made the threat when members of Leather and Allied Products Manufacturers Association of Abia State (LEAPMAAS) visited him in Abuja. He charged chairmen of all standing committees of the senate to ensure that MDAs comply with the law on patronage of local manufacturers in the course of oversight functions of the committees. Saraki challenged all military and para-military agencies in the country to…
Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State on Thursday said that there were abundant opportunities for entrepreneurs in the agricultural sector as Lagos residents consume N3 billion worth of food items daily. Ambode disclosed this at the opening of a two-day Lagos Food Security Summit and Exhibition organised by the state’s ministry of agriculture. The summit had the theme: “Actualising Sustainable Food Security in Lagos State: A New Comprehensive Agenda’’. “The figure of food items consumed daily indicates that the investment climate in the state is bright. “Investors are guaranteed a profitable return as the state is the largest consumer of…
The kinsmen of the All Progressives Congress (APC), John Oyegun have pledged their support for his leadership. A group, under the aegis of the Concerned Edo Leaders of Thought (CELT) told newsmen that they will resist any attempt to remove Oyegun. CELT called on the APC National Leader, Bola Tinubu to join hands with Oyegun to move the party forward. According to Vanguard, the group also said those calling for the removal of the APC Chairman, are doing so to serve their selfish purposes. According to Vanguard, Col Paul Ogbebor (rtd), the President of CELT, said “Nigerians are aware that…
Mr Ibrahim Magu, the Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Wednesday called for severe punishment for money launderers and other financial crime offenders to curb corruption. Magu made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the sidelines of a seminar organised by the Faculty of Management Science, Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, in Lagos. The seminar is entitled: “Money Laundering and its Impact on the Nigerian Economy: The Way Forward.’’ He said that though the enforcement and compliance of the current money laundering Act in Nigeria was one of the best in…
Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna welcomed their first child together on Thursday, November 10, 2016. E! News reports that Rob Kardashian, Blac Chyna and her mom Tokyo Toni all arrived at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles for the birth. Other family members such as Kris Jenner, who arrived with her beau Corey Gamble, showed up to support Chyna and welcome baby Dream into the world. Guess who’s also super excited at the latest addition to the Kardashian/Jenner clan? Kylie Jenner! Recall that Tyga is Blac Chyna’s ex so there might be some awkward feelings between the two. But Kylie…
Nigerian pop star, Wizkid is looking to wrap up a pretty impressive 2016 with a ‘homecoming concert’ in Nigeria this December. The multiple award-winning star has spent a chunk of his time away from the country this year. Wizkid has been busy headlining sold out concerts in other African countries, Europe and America, a feat that has earned him more international recognition than any other African act. His reward for his international exploits this year has been countless awards. In the last two weeks, he’s won seven international awards including three wins at the 2016 MTV MAMAs in South Africa,…
West Africa’s biggest contemporary art exhibition, Art X Lagos ended on Sunday, November 6, 2016 after 3 days of interesting and unusual live art, music and gallery reviews. The event was rounded off on an incredible note with musicians Simi, Falana, Poe, Vector and Syndik8 prolific music producer, Ikon creating new music live, while being inspired by 4 young artists – Stacey Okparavero, Olatunde Alara, Yadichinma Kalu and Dricky Stickman. Notable guests such as Ruth Osime, Nkiru Anumudu, Toni Kan, Ade Laoye, Do2dtun, Reni Folawiyo, Molara Wood, Keziah Jones and many more attended the exhibition, which was refreshed by 7UP.
The 2016 MTV EMAs that held at the Ahoy Stadium, Rotterdam, Netherlands on November 6, 2016 is causing a huge confusion on the African continent and NO ONE is taking responsibility for it. While the award ceremony was going on, the verified Twitter page of MTV Base Africa announced Nigerian pop star, Wizkid as the winner of the ‘Best African Act‘ category. With the announcement, it meant that, Wizkid won the award ahead of Olamide, Black Coffee, Cassper Nyovest, and Ali Kiba. Now, there’s a twist and change of tone however. That’s after the award originally given to Wizkid now…
Nigerian pop star, Wizkid and Tanzania’s Ali Kiba are not best of friends. Their beef became public knowledge in October 2016 when America pop star Chris Brown headlined the Mombasa Rocks concert in Kenya with Wizkid and Ali Kiba as supporting acts The argument dragged for a little while and affected the concert by delaying Chris Brown’s appearance which had to be pushed to past 11 p.m. Ali Kiba finally won the contest and Wizkid performed before him. Now, a miscommunication by MTV has once again brought the two acts together. On Sunday, Wizkid was initially announced as the winner…
It’s about time North, Saint, Reign and all the Kardashian clan babies move over – the newest heir to the Kardashian dynasty is here, and she came with a beautiful name as well. Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian have welcomed a baby girl named Dream Renee Kardashian, according to E! News. Renee is Chyna’s middle name. The new mom reportedly gave birth via C-section at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles on November 10. Rob’s sister, Khloe Kardashian, later tweeted that she was able to see the arrival of her niece, whom she calls ‘stunning.’ Chyna’s bff, Amber Rose also…
Lola Rae releases new video for song titled ‘Biko’ featuring Davido. The love story was shot in the historic town of Epe with crisp visuals and energetic dance scenes. The pair show good chemistry in the video directed by Clarence Peters.
Nollywood actor and musician, Wale Ojo, who is popular for his role in “Phone Swap,” is creating something new aimed at growing Nollywood. While appearing on Day Pass with Accelerate TV, the actor revealed that he was in the process of building an openair cinema in Lagos. “I really believe in community cinema – that is, cinema for the people,” he said. “What I’m trying to do is create a huge open-air space where everybody comes to watch a Nigerian film and pay about N150 to N200 to enjoy themselves”, Ojo added. The outdoor cinema will be located at Tafawa…
Brad Pitt has been cleared after an investigation into whether he behaved abusively toward one of his children, US media has reported. The claims centered on an alleged incident with his 15 year old son Maddox in September on a flight from France. Pitt’s wife Angelina Jolie had said that Pitt intentionally hit his son, without justification, on the plane, the celebrity website TMZ reported. Social workers interviewed the couple, their children and witnesses who were on the plane, TMZ said. The Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services concluded Wednesday that Pitt, 52, did not behave abusively,…
The wait is finally over. It has been confirmed that “On Becoming” is the title of Toke Makinwa’s book. In her memoir, fans get to meet the real Toke Makinwa, from bubbly child to lonely teenager after the devastating loss of both her parents and now one of Nigeria’s most successful media personalities. She also breaks her silence on the marriage scandal and how it changed her life, finding forgiveness and strengthening her faith in God. “On Becoming” is Toke’s journey through pain to victory. She unveiled the coming of her book on her birthday last week. “It’s my Birthday…
Nigerian-American music star, Jidenna took to twitter today, November 10, 2016, to express his disbelief at Trump winning the US election. According to him, looking at what happened in the US elections, he now has an idea how Hitler rose to power. Radio personality, Freeze however told him to stop complaining and return to Nigeria. Donald Trump won the US presidential election in a stunning victory that sent shockwaves around the world. The Republican took the states of Florida, North Carolina and Ohio and will be the 45th President of America.
About time! Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna have welcomed their first child together. Us Weekly confirms that the model gave birth to a baby girl they have named, Dream, on Thursday, November 10, at Los Angeles’ Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California. A rep for Chyna first disclosed the news that the love birds were expecting their first child together, back in May before the then newly engaged couple shared the news via their Instagram pages. TMZ earlier reported that Chyna would be delivering her baby via C-section in the same $4,000-a-night luxury hospital suite that Kim Kardashian used when…
A UK based model with Instagram name, Goddess.Jamila has called out Runtown, claiming to be three months pregnant for him. Jamila shared an Ultrasound photo of the baby and tagged Runtown on the post. She captioned the post, “Since you won’t return any of my calls or text, for over two weeks, you have left me with no other choice than to bring this here. “This is Ultra scan of our three months old baby. Anyways, you know how and where to find us.” Although Runtown might be the newest addition to the group of celebrities with babymama’s, he is…
Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna have welcomed their first child together. Us Weekly confirms that the model gave birth to a baby girl they have named, Dream, on Thursday, November 10, at Los Angeles’ Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California. The couple have also shared a photo of their little girl, Dream, after her birth. A rep for Chyna first disclosed the news that the love birds were expecting their first child together, back in May before the then newly engaged couple shared the news via their Instagram pages. TMZ earlier reported that Chyna would be delivering her baby via…