The All Progressives Congress (APC) has said that Governor Ayo Fayose is a threat to Nigeria, and democracy. The Ekiti state chapter of the APC also said the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is the problem of the country. This is coming on the heels of a statement by Governor Fayose, saying President Buhari scared investors away. The Ekiti APC spokesman, Taiwo Olatunbosun, said it is the PDP that bred the insecurity that chased foreign investors away. Olatunbosun added that “During his first term between 2003 and 2006, all international development agencies operating in Ekiti State, including the World Bank and…
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Gov. Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State on Tuesday indicated that local government elections in the state would still hold before the end of the year. Ajimobi gave the indication while receiving the first batch of 176 Muslim pilgrims who returned from Mecca in his office. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the governor was represented by Alhaji Ismail Alli, the Secretary to the State Government, at the event. “The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) will soon roll out its calendar for the election, which will hold before the end of the year,’’ the governor said. Ajimobi urged…
The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has called on former first lady, Patience Jonathan to tell Nigerians how she made $31m. Dame Jonathan had claimed ownership of the $31.4 million frozen by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). According to the NLC President, Ayuba Wabba, the ex-first lady has to prove she earned the money legally. Wabba also said she should tell Nigerians what kind of business she did to earn the money. He also called on the Federal Government to extend the anti-corruption war to local governments and states. Wabba also said “We have said it over and over…
The Senate President, Bukol Saraki, in his welcome speech at the resumption of plenary, called on the Federal Government to focus on ending the hunger in the land. According to Premium Times, Saraki also said Nigerians are hungry and they do not want to know who caused the recession. The Senate President said the debate on the economic recession should be free of partisan sentiments and blames. Saraki said “It is clear to me that when people are desperately hungry, what they need is leadership with a clear vision; leadership whose daily actions reflect the urgency of the people’s condition.…
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo said that importation of food items that could be produced in country had promoted poverty in the country. Oshiomhole said this on Tuesday in Benin at the launch of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Anchor Borrowers’ Programme. The governor said that production of local rice in the country had declined because of the cheap imported rice. “With the high cost of the imported rice, the patronage on the local rice has surged. “This trend has encouraged farmers in the country to return to mass production of the produce. “People are now thinking about past…
Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi on Tuesday said his victory at the Supreme Court was a “big honour’’ to democracy in Nigeria. In a statement shortly after the apex court affirmed him as elected governor of Kogi, he said the judgment would remain a watershed in the annals of electoral jurisprudence and constitutional law in the country. “It is a long walk to victory which will reshape the nation’s constitution. “I am humbled and magnanimous in victory; it is a long walk to victory. “The victory belongs to all Kogi people who believe in transforming Kogi State from a potentially…
The Minister of Finance, Mrs Kemi Adeosun, on Tuesday in Abuja, said N510.2 billion was shared among the federal, states and local governments as revenue realised in August. She made the disclosure while addressing a news conference on the outcome of the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC). The amount is higher than the N493.6 billion shared in July by N16.6 billion. The minister said that during the month, N315 billion was generated as statutory distributable revenue, adding that this was higher than the N287.8 billion received in the previous month by N27.22 billion. She added that “the sum of N6.3…
The Federal Government has commenced shortlisting candidates for the 500,000 jobs it promised. The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja when a delegation of the National Council for Women’s Societies (NCWS) paid him a courtesy visit in his office. Mohammed said that applications were being received and government had started processing them for the recruitment. “The process for the recruitment has started. “About 1.2 million people applied and they classified them into categories including agriculture support officers, teachers, technical officers and so on,’’ he said. The minister also said that the payment…
The Minister of Transportation, Mr Chibuike Amaechi, said on Tuesday that the ministry had been implementing inherited projects in aviation sector and had not initiated new ones. Amaechi stated this when members of the Transportation Growth Initiative (TGI), a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO0, visited him in Abuja. He stated that the ministry had made a decision to implement projects initiated by previous administrations instead of introducing new ones. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that TGI was led by former Aviation Minister, Mr Osita Chidoka, who is the body’s Chairman, Board of Trustees Chidoka is also former Corps Marshal and…
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo has apparently found a new heartthrob as he is being romantically linked with former Miss Spain, Desire Cordero. According to Spanish magazine, Corazon, Cristiano and the 23-year-old model reportedly exchanged private messages on Instagram before starting an affair a month ago. Desire, after moving into a new place in the Spanish capital, has also reportedly been sighted several times at the gated VIP estate of La Finca on the outskirts of Madrid, where Cristiano lives. She once posted a cryptic message which read, ‘Good things take time but really great things happen in a blink…
Nollywood actor, Odunlade Adekola is set to make his first appearance in a soon-t0-be-premiered English movie titled The Grudge. Much has been said about the versatile actor’s inability to land roles in the English-speaking part of Nollywood due to him not having a fluent command of the language. He is however set to make his debut in the Funmi Holder-produced movie which also stars popular actors, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Ireti Doyle and Jaiye Kuti. The Yemi Morafa-directed movie, about a grudge existing among two lovelorn spouses from separate marriages and a lonely widow, will premiere in Lagos on October 23, 2016.
Inspired by the Femi Odugbemi-directed movie Gidi Blues, Banky W releases this music video for ‘Gidi Love’, which he directed and even played multiple characters. The video also stars upcoming Nollywood actress Hauwa Allahbura as the leading lady, who also plays the lead role in the movie Gidi Blues.
Brad Pitt is saddened as his wife of two years, Angelina Jolie files for divorce citing irreconcilable differences. The Hollywood couple got married on August 23, 2014, at their Château Miraval estate in Correns, France after dating for 10 years. ‘I am very saddened by this, but what matters most now is the well-being of our kids, I kindly ask the press to give them the space they deserve during this challenging time’, the actor said in a statement to PEOPLE. Pitt was previously with actress Jennifer Aniston between 2000 to 2005. Jolie also demanded for full custody of their…
The most famous Kardashian sister who is often dismissed as a celebrity without talent and only famous for being famous, Kim Kardashian has moved to dispel that idea by staking her fame for something much bigger than her. In reaction to an advert that appeared in the Wall Street Journal; which denies the Armenian genocide of 1915, and similar to Jay Z, the reality star took out a full page in the New York Times to criticise the reputable newspaper for being used to spread lies. ‘Money talks, and right now it’s talking crap’, she says. Kim, who’s of Armenian…
Effyzzie Music diva Yemi Alade collaborates with masked producer CHx to bring the infectious dance tune titled ‘Fine boy’. The song is full of Yemi Alade’s contagious energy delivering a good performance with her vocals over a CHx beat that will make you move. Enjoy.
Ikechukwu aka Killz returns with this new tune titled ‘Zamoku’. This is the first of three singles the rapper is to drop in the coming weeks. Just like his brother Uzi, Killz goes hard on this one. Listen up and share your thoughts.
Michael Stevens popularly known by stage name Ruggedman is a year older today, September 20, 2014. The singer has released four albums since he started out in 2004 and also owns a clothing line called TSW, ’20th Sept Wear’. He also has a varsity jackets line as part of his collection. Meanwhile, he produced his own songs and released two tracks in 1999, both which were well-played on radio. Ruggedman eventually became the most featured rapper in Nigeria in the early 2000s. His albums are all released on his personal label, Rugged Records. Happy Birthday once again Ruggedman!
Niyola wants the ladies to know being rude and disrespectful doesn’t make them appear tough. According to her, “Ladies, being rude and disrespectful doesn’t make you boss or tough … No matter how attractive you are , it is nasty! You can be confident , assertive and still attractive without being a bitch ! I know some guys take the piss but girl ! Keep it together ! You already have an added advantage just being a woman, tap into that and you ll be A O K!” Niyola in a recent chat with Genevieve Magazine talked about her single…
Ali Baba, easily referred to as the king of shades, is at it again and this tim On Tuesday, September 20, Mrs Aisha Buhari took to her Twitter account to share a photo of herself poised and smiling with the American first lady, Michelle Obama at her Broadway event put together to help girls in New York City. Considering the fact that Fayose has alleged that the First lady was wanted in the United states of America in connection with the Halliburton bribery scandal, Mrs Buhari’s latest Instagram post was definitely unexpected and a slap on the face. As if…
Jurgen Klopp was pleased with his side’s display in the 3-0 win over Derby County in the third round of the EFL Cup on Tuesday night but insisted that there was still room for improvement. Liverpool progressed to the last 16 of the competition with ease after Ragnar Klavan pounced from a corner to give the visitors the lead in the 24th minute before Philippe Coutinho and Divock Origi added to the lead at the iPro Stadium shortly after the interval. Speaking at his postmatch news conference, Klopp praised the “professional” performance from his team and believes they can get…