ActionAid Nigeria has called on the Federal Government to focus more on recovering looted funds from indicted public officials rather than taking fresh loans. Country Director of ActionAid Nigeria, Ms Ojobo Atuluku said in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja that external borrowing would put the nation under further constraint in future. Atuluku recalled that the Senate had rejected the Executive’s request for an approval of 29.96 billion dollars loan for infrastructural development. The ActionAid boss, however, commended the Federal Government for its focus on infrastructural development being the main reason for request to take series of loans. She noted…
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The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has commended President Buhari for reportedly saying that anyone who has another country should leave Nigeria. Buhari, on Tuesday, November 1, 2016, while addressing Niger Delta stakeholders at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, said “We are determined to make life comfortable and affordable to all Nigerians. If anybody has a country to go to, let him go, we will stay here and salvage our country.” IPOB also expressed hope that Buhari will soon release their leader, Nnamdi Kanu and other members who were arrested for agitating for a Biafra nation. A statement jointly signed by…
The wife of the President, Aisha Buhari on Wednesday condoled with the family of Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai over the death of his father-in-law, Alhaji Mohammad Aliyu Baba. Aliyu Baba died in Jalingo at the age of 70. Mrs Buhari who visited the family at Niger Barracks, Abuja, the official residence of the Chief of Army Staff prayed for the repose of the soul of the deceased. She also prayed for the family to have the fortitude to bear the loss. The wife of the president also commended Gen. Buratai for the successes recorded in the fight…
The South-East chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has called on the Senate to approve President Buhari’s request for an approval to collect a $29.9b loan for infrastructural development. The Senate had on Tuesday, November 1, 2016, rejected Buhari’s request for approval to borrow $29.9b. According to Punch, the South-East APC said the funds will help bring Nigeria out of recession. The Publicity Secretary, Hyancinth Ngwu also reportedly criticised the Senate for rejecting the President’s request. The party also said “The All Progressives Congress in the South-East geopolitical zone has appealed to the members of the Senate of the…
The Middle Belt Youth Leaders Forum (MBYLF) has called on Niger Delta militants to stop bombing crude oil pipelines and embrace peace. The group warned that if the bombing of pipelines does not stop, the Federal Government will deploy the military to the region. According to Punch, the Secretary-General of the group, Kuanum Terrence, praised President Buhari for meeting with elders from the Niger Delta region. He also said “The Middle Belt Youth Leaders Forum has followed with satisfaction the meeting of President Muhammadu Buhari with leaders and other stakeholders in the Niger Delta to discuss how to end the…
The former Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Dikko, has returned N1,040,000, 000 to the Federal Government’s coffers. Dikko has been under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for allegedly diverting funds belonging to the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), to the tune of N40b. According to Punch, a source in the EFCC confirmed the reports saying “So far, Dikko has returned over N1bn. He returned N1bn and then N4m. He is still expected to return more money.” Adding that “The EFCC Act Section 71 (b) gives us the power to commence investigations into the property…
Nobel laureate, Wole Soyinka has vowed to destroy his Green Card and leave the United States of America if Donald Trump wins the presidential election. According to Punch, he said “If in the unlikely event he does win, the first thing he’ll do is to say [that] all green-card holders must reapply to come back into the US. Well, I’m not waiting for that. “The moment they announce his victory, I will cut my green card myself and start packing up.” Soyinka also slammed the Brexit agenda and called on young people to rise up and resist any form of…
The Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris has denied claims of tribalism, witch hunt and favouritism in the recent officers’ transfers. In recent statement by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Don Awunah, Ibrahim noted that he will not be distracted or deterred from carrying out his statutory responsibilities despite the rumours. Awunah noted that transfers and postings in the Force were administrative routines aimed at enhancing utmost efficiency of the officers. In his words: “It is imperative to enlighten the public that Police officers are subject to movements, transfers and postings within the Force and other assignments in the…
Nollywood actor, director cum politician, Desmond Elliot in a recent interview opens up on fatherhood and politics. The actor who has been married to Victoria Elliot for 13 years with four children told Punch recently he has been able to maintain a balance with work and family life. According to him, “Already, my children have called me twice in the office today and it happens like this daily. My wife is not around now, so I am their dad and mother for now. From here, I would go to the movie location to supervise what they are doing and I…
Telecommunication company, Globacom has dropped Ini Edo and Sammie Okposo after ten years as Glo ambassadors. Nollywood actress, Ini Edo and gospel singer, Sammie Okposo took to their Instagram pages yesterday, October 30, 2016, to announce their departure from the company’s list of ambassadors. “10 years as a Glo ambassador has been quite an interesting and a rewarding journey . I wish to say a huge thank you to @globacomlimited for the privilege of serving you, it was fun while it lasted. Thanks n Godbless,” Ini Edo wrote, appreciating the company.
Iyanya has been signed by Mavin Records. The Nigerian pop star, in a shock unexpected move, has inked a deal with the Don Jazzy-owned record label, after splitting from his music company, Made Men Music Group. Writing on his Instagram page, Don Jazzy says “The SUPREME MAVIN DYNASTY is pleased to welcome Iyanya to the ever growing Mavin Family. Please join us to welcome him and let the world know that we ‘Up2Sumting’. MavinActivated.” The deal which has been sealed, signals a new turn for the singer who has spent the past 6 years running his record label, in partnership…
‘Kukere’ singer, Iyanya is a year older today! Born to a headmistress and forester in Calabar, Cross River state on October 31, 1986, Iyanya is a Nigerian recording artist and performer. Best known for winning the 2008 MTN Project Fame West Africa as well as his hit song ‘Kukere’. He released his debut studio album “My Story” in 2011. “Desire”, his second studio album, contained the singles ‘Kukere’, ‘Ur Waist’, ‘Flavour’, ‘Sexy Mama’, and ‘Jombolo’. Just today, Iyanya in an unexpected move, inked a deal with the Don Jazzy-owned record label, Mavin, after splitting from his music company, Made Men…
A letter that 2pac Shakur wrote while incarcerated at the New York Clinton Correctional facility in 1995 has been sold for a staggering $172,000 (N54m). An unidentified buyer was reported to have paid $172,000 for a piece of hip-hop history at an auction. Ken Goldin of Goldin Auctions confirmed the letter’s authenticity to reporters as well as the final sale price of $172,725. The four-paged handwritten letter which was written to Nina Bhadreshwar, the publicist for Deathrow Records that 2pac was signed to during his life is titled ‘Is Thug Life Dead?’ In it, 2Pac shares some words of wisdom…
Popular Nigerian singer Jaywon is a new dad! He took to Instagram today, November 1, 2016, to share the news with fans and followers. The ‘Oba orin’ welcomed a baby boy with his girlfriend in the Czech Republic. “All glory to God, Another king is born!!! #NewMonthNewBlessing #GbogboOpeFunBabaLoke #OlaOluwaLafinDara,” he captioned an adorable shot of his baby boy. Recall that the ‘This year’ crooner spoke to Pulse about having kids outside wedlock like many of his colleagues. According to him, “Lol I’m still very single and I right now I just wanna see my label Next World Music music up…
Following a public apology, Kim Kardashian has dropped a lawsuit filed against news website, MediaTakeOut which claimed that her Paris attack was simulated. According to the Daily Mail News, the KUWTK star filed a notice of voluntary dismissal of the lawsuit without prejudice on Tuesday, October 24, 2016. A statement indicating an apology by MediaTakeOut reads: “After speaking to sources, including some connected to the Kardashians, and getting further details on the sequence of events — we are now confident and without a doubt believe that Kim Kardashian was robbed as was reported to the Paris police,” “Anyone who is…
Guess who’s back to social media? Your’s truly Kim Kardashian-West. The Kardashian queen has finally broken her social media silence for the first time since her terrifying robbery on October 3, 2016. The “Keeping Up With The Kardashian” star shared three posts on Facebook, including a photo of herself and a link to old family Halloween videos, on Monday, October 31, 2016. “Downtime,” Kardashian captioned a shot of herself relaxing while reading on her smartphone. The photo appeared to be old, and showed Kim with her Blackberry, which she famously mourned when it died on her earlier this year. The…
Veteran actor, Victor Olaotan was involved in a car crash yesterday, October 31, 2016. Multiple sources claimed the “Tinsel” star was in a coma and unresponsive to treatment. However, a close family member disputed claims of being unresponsive. “He is stable and fine. We his family are thankful,” she said. She, however, declined to give any further information, saying, “E ṣá ba wa dúpẹ́ (Please just be thankful on our behalf)” before hanging up. Now, comedian Ali Baba says the actor is doing well after his unfortunate accident. He also thanked the Lagos State response team for their quick response.…
As much as Adele loves being a mum, the singer might not be going down that road again. In a candid interview with Vanity Fair magazine, the”Hello” crooner revealed that she might not be having another child. Adele disclosed that after welcoming her son, Angelo in 2012 with her partner Simon Konecki, she suffered from Post-Partum depression which has left her wary of childbearing. She said, “I think it’s the bravest thing to not have a child. All my friends and I felt pressurised into having kids because that’s what adults do. “I love my son more than anything but…
Popular Yoruba actor, Odunlade Adekola is in love with his wife, Ruth Adekola and he wants you to know that. So, the Glo ambassador’s heartthrob is a year older today, November 2, 2016, and he took to Instagram celebrating her and professing his love. “I want you to know that I feel so blessed for having a wife like you,” he wrote. Adding, “Honey I love you very much that words can never express how dear you are to me. You are not only a wife to me but my best friend. (MY SECOND MUMMY) Happy birthday to you my…
Popular singer and new Mavin signee, Iyanya, says he wishes he got married earlier. According to him fame has reduced his chances of finding a loyal and faithful lady. “I’ll be honest, It’s not very easy. If I had my way, I would have been married a long time ago, by now people will be seeing my kids. It’s not very easy trying to get this music right and then adding marriage to it. The truth is even though people think I have that bad boy reputation, I respect marriage a lot, I don’t believe I should get married and…