Former aviation minister, Femi Fani-Kayode has accused President Muhammadu Buhari of being anti-Christian. The ex-minister also described the change promised by Buhari and the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a monumental fraud. Fani-Kayode made the comments via an article titled “Are Christians Second Class Citizens in Nigeria?” Read the article below: I am glad that Father Mbaka of the Catholic Church has finally seen the light and that he has denounced the Buhari regime. This coming from a man that once supported the President vigorously, even when members of his own flock and faith were being slaughtered, marginalised and humiliated,…
Author: David Folami
The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has dismissed an application filed by James Faleke seeking the nullification of the installation of Yahaya Bello as Kogi state governor. Faleke had argued that the votes polled by the All Progressives Congress (APC) were his following the death of Abubakar Audu. Justice Jummai Sankey in a ruling on Thursday, August 4, 2016 stated that the constitution does not recognise independent candidature, adding that Faleke could not lay claims to the number of votes polled before the demise of Audu. The presiding judge said Bello’s nomination to replace the late Audu did not…
The Senate President, Bukola Saraki has called for a probe into the allegations that relief materials belonging to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) are being diverted. He said “Such reports are totally unacceptable. The inspector-general of police must immediately take action and bring all those that have carted away relief materials meant for the people of the North East to book.” Saraki also assured the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) that the security situation in the North-East will be reviewed. Adding that “UNICEF’s decision to press on in the North East despite last Thursday’s attack is truly commendable. On our part,…
Wife of the Niger Governor and Founder of RAiSE Foundation Dr. Amina Bello, on Wednesday donated over N12 million to 60 women cooperatives in the State. Bello said that the grant would assist the women in improving the various business ventures of the members of the cooperatives. She said it would also reduce the level of poverty and unemployment among women and youths in the state. “I encourage women and youths to form cooperatives in order to attract government, partner agencies and NGO’s interested in empowering our people. “This grant of N200, 000 to each group will make businesses to…
President Muhammadu Buhari has commended Monday Ubani, former Chairman of Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ikeja branch, Lagos, for inaugurating a Foundation to cater for the less privileged. This is contained in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday by the president’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina. Buhari urged other well meaning Nigerians to emulate Ubani’s gesture by embarking on similar activities meant to uplift the quality of life of the ordinary citizens. “It is significant that the Foundation is dedicated to helping the poor and needy in the society, and is also out to celebrate those…
Oyo State Governor, Abiola Ajimobi has said that virtually every Nigerian is guilty of one form of corruption or the other. Ajimobi made the comment on Wednesday, August 3, 2016, while speaking to journalists at the National Secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja. “We are looking at corruption in a global perspective as against just taking money. If you look at it generally, you will see that virtually every Nigeria is corrupt, virtually everybody is corrupt in one way or the other either attitudinally, financially or socially, and this, we believe should be looked into,” the governor…
Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi has said that Nigeria became bankrupt due to foolish policies implemented by its leaders. Sanusi also urged the Federal Government to ensure that every one found guilty of looting public funds is punished. The Emir made the comments on Wednesday, August 3, 2016, while delivering a graduation lecture at the National Defence College in Abuja. “The oil sector is only 15 per cent of GDP, yet oil accounts for 70 per cent of government revenues, oil accounts for 99 per cent of our foreign earnings. We got to a point when even though the…
Boko Haram leader, Abubakar Shekau has said that he was deceived by the Islamic State (ISIS). Shekau made the comment after ISIS appointed Abu Musab al-Barnawi, a former Boko Haram spokesman, as his replacement. The overthrown terrorist boss spoke in an audio message released in Hausa and Arabic in reaction to ISIS’ announcement. “We have heard news going round and attributed to people we had earlier pledge allegiance to. Even though we are not against them based on the message we heard in the world radio but we are still on our ideology,” Shekau said in the message which was…
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed on Thursday described Agriculture as a sure way to the nation’s economic prosperity. Mohammed said this while speaking on the sidelines of the 12th edition of the All Nigerian Editors Conference (ANEC) in Port Harcourt. He said that the President Buhari’s-led government had enough political will and the technical know-how that would change the fortune of the Nigerian economy. “The government has a clear-cut agenda; it also has the will to drive a system that will lead to economic prosperity for the country,’’ he said. According to him, the choice of…
Umunnamu Records boss 2shotz is back, and he teams up with DJ Expression on ‘Game Change’. The video was directed by Expression Pro.
Nigerian rapper Eva Alordiah has reignited anticipation for her full debut studio album, 1960. The wait for the album has waned in the past months, having suffered several reshuffles, delays and push backs. Despite Eva releasing a reworked version of her single ‘Kanayo’ featuring Phyno and Reminisce months ago, many believed the album might never see the light of day. However, fans of the multi-talented rapper can finally begin to look forward to the release of 1960, as an August 13 release date has been tentatively earmarked. Eva teased a studio session with Femi Kuti and excitedly shared that the…
Could the 6 God and Rap God be at war? That remains to be seen, but for now, Drake is making it known that he is ‘Not Afraid’ of an Eminem feud. Earlier yesterday, Hot 97’s Ebro Darden opened up on his show about a private conversation he had with Drizzy about Joe Budden and Slim Shady. ‘We talked about Joe Budden,’ Darden said. ‘He was laughing. He was like, ‘I gave him a little look…That’s why Joe ain’t put out the DMs. He keeps threatening he’s gonna put out DMs, where I DM’ed him…The reason he ain’t put them…
Tonight, YBNL singer Adekunle Gold will hold an album listening party at Oriental Hotels, Lagos. For the first time, the ‘Orente’ singer will perform songs off his newly released album Gold. The event will be hosted by Cool FM’s Do2dtun with YBNL leader Olamide and other superstars in attendance.
Afro pop artist 2baba drops the official version for his record -‘Mr Senator’ which can be said to be inspired by his latest brand endorsement deal. The tune was produced by Kelly Hansome and Otyno for Ugly Beats. The singer’s ‘Babylon’ collaboration with M.I is currently making waves on air and has gotten decent reviews from bloggers and music enthusiasts, with a collaborative album between the pair believed to be in the works.
“Titanic” actor, Leonardo DiCaprio, has played a big prank of his “The Wolf of Wall Street co-star, Jonah Hill, by pretending to be an overzealous fan. According to People, the scene was captured on camera on Monday, August 1, 2016, on the streets of New York. In the video, Hill was observed standing in front of a restaurant when DiCaprio suddenly made an appearance. Hill was visibly terrified, thinking that the man who jumped him was a crazed fan or a paparazzi. A long embrace however followed this after the actor realised that the supposed fan was his old friend.…
Popular singer, Lynxxx, has responded to fans questions surrounding his sudden devotion to Christ. Lynxxx took to his Instagram page yesterday, August 3, 2016 refuting claims that a near death experience was what changed his life but rather a special encounter with God. He wrote, “I come across people everyday that have some many questions, remarks and comments about my New Life and Journey of Purpose and i love to hear and see peoples reactions, opinions and the likes about making a change to live a better / more fulfilling life (in Christ).. I cant count how many people have…
Son of Afro beat legend Fela Anikulapo Kuti, Seun Kuti is not taking it easy with the Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi in his latest interview. The Afro beat crooner in an interview with Sahara Reporters revealed his disappointment in the new Ooni for pushing aside Yoruba traditional beliefs. Recall that Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi on a recent trip to the United States declared that Jesus Christ is his father. When asked about his response to the Ooni claiming Jesus as his father, Seun went all out saying, “Its just a shame. Its just like saying that the Queen…
Reality star and manager, Kris Jenner was involved in a car crash on Wednesday, August 3, 2016 off the 101 freeway in Calabasas, California. TMZ reports the momager was driving her white Rolls Royce when a vehicle cut in front of her and collided with her vehicle. According to the entertainment website, Jenner may have broken her wrist from the impact and was treated for injuries at the scene. Kylie Jenner, however tweeted moments after the news broke of the car accident that her mom was fine. US Weekly reports that Kylie went to pick up her mother and that…
Popular singer and Niger Delta youth brand ambassador Duncan Mighty has just revealed his displeasure at the trend of female nudity. The singer took to Instagram yesterday, August 3, 2016 writing an opinion piece titled, “The Shame of Negative Womanhood”. He wrote, “It is gradually becoming a norm and almost acceptable for our ladies, sisters, future others and even mothers to expose the hidden and most cherished treasures. What has happened to our core values? Who has done this to us? Must our ladies expose their treasures to attain the “enviable” height as a model? Many hardly think about the…
Today is the birthday of ‘galala’ legend Daddy Showkey. Real name, John Asiemo, Daddy Showkey became a household name in the 90’s when he dropped his self titled debut album in 1994. The album spawned a new genre galala and featured the hit ‘Welcome Daddy Showkey’. His next album ‘The Ghetto Soldier’ got him more success with his nationwide hit ‘Dyna’. The singer in celebration of his day, today, August 4, 2016 took to Instagram writing, “Thank God for everything,Baba I thank you o #daddyshowkey #showdonshow #ajegunle #lionclan #asalamamovement.” Daddy Showkey was not only the pioneer of the galala sound…