Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman, Ali Modu Sheriff, has criticized Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose for his ‘shameful conduct’. Sheriff made the comment on Thursday, June 23, 2016, during a media briefing in Abuja, The Nation reports. “I am ashamed at the way and manner Fayose is conducting himself in the country. I was once a governor so I know that the position of governor is a very serious one that demands responsible behaviour,” Sheriff said. “I never told anybody I wanted to run for president and I did not promise anybody the vice presidential ticket. I have decided…
Author: David Folami
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), says it will mark the maiden edition of the `INEC Day’ at National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), orientation camps across the country, on Monday, June 27. INEC’s daily bulletin issued on Friday in Abuja stated that the decision was in furtherance of the commission’s “Voter Education drive.’’ It stated that INEC would use the occasion to engage NYSC members, 2016 Batch A stream II, on various topics such as Voter Education/INEC Ambassador; and role of youth corps members. “Corps members will also be engaged on corps welfare at elections; role of security in elections;…
The Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, on Thursday said that Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and the Port Service Support Portal (PSSP) would advance government’s efforts in ensuring that Nigeria attained the hub port status in West and Central Africa. Osinbajo said this in Abuja at the launch of the SOPs and the PSSP. He said that SOP’s and PSSP would not only streamline processes of port operations, adding that they would also serve as important instruments in driving economic growth and development of Nigeria. “The ports must play the role of making it easier to trade across borders as well…
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday appealed to Nigerian elites to be more patriotic and partner with his administration in making life more meaningful to ordinary Nigerians. The president made the appeal at the breaking of fast dinner with retired and serving Justices of the Supreme Court at the Aso Rock, Villa, Abuja. Buhari criticised the selfish attitudes of some individuals whom, he said were bent on strangulating the nation’s economy through illegal and sharp practices. According to him, God has been good to Nigeria in terms of material and human resources, “but the elites have failed woefully in translating this…
Pastor William Kumuyi, the General Superintendent, Deeper Life Bible Church, has urged Nigerians not to lose hope in view of the current challenges the country is experiencing. Kumuyi, who gave the advice while speaking with journalists in Abuja on Friday, stated that because God answers prayers, the country will experience national renewal, restoration and revival’. “I do not think we should lose hope; there is God in heaven, who answers prayers. “There is Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour, who wants the best for every one of us. “And there are some of us who are praying and we believe…
Several groups in Ekiti state held a protest today, Friday, June 24, 2016, calling for the resignation of the Governor, Ayo Fayose. The protests were led by Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) in conjunction with other civil society organisations. The CNPP called on Fayose to explain his involvement in the arms purchase scandal. The group also asked the management of Zenith bank to explain the role they played in the funding of the Ekiti Governor’s election. Also, the Executive Director of Be the Change Organisation (BCO), Omotunde Fajuyi, said Fayose’s conduct since he became Governor has only brought shame…
President Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to the resignation of British Prime Minister, David Cameron which will come to effect from October, 2016. In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, on Friday, June 24, 2016, President Buhari said the Prime Minister’s decision was a demonstration of courage. The president noted that Nigeria has enjoyed remarkable goodwill, support and understanding under the leadership of the outgoing Prime Minister over the years. He said Cameron’s resignation in response to the outcome of a referendum that supported Britain to leave the European Union “Was a demonstration…
Jesse Jagz drops a sensual love song in ‘Your lovin’. This follows his ‘Reputation’ joint on a Mobb Deep ‘Sick ones’ instrumental and an ‘Omo Alhaji’ cover. The rapper recently unveiled his label Jagz Nation imprint which was hosted by Chocolate City Music.
Ahead of his debut season at Manchester United, Jose Mourinho is currently letting his hair down at a choice location of his. Mourinho last month signed a contract until June 2019 with the record 20-times English champions. In a series of snaps on his Instagram, the former Chelsea coach is seen relaxing. His rebuilding job at Manchester United began when Ivory Coast central defender Eric Bailly became his first signing, joining from Spanish side Villarreal. The 22-year-old signed a four-year contract with an option for two more years, a club statement said. The capture of Bailly marks the first of…
Angel Di Maria looks set to miss out on the Copa America Centenario final against Chile after the Argentina star suffered a recurrence of his adductor injury. Di Maria went off injured in Argentina’s 5-0 win over Panama in their second group-stage match, consequently missing their next three fixtures – wins against Bolivia, Venezuela and hosts the United States on their way to back-to-back finals. The Paris Saint-Germain attacker had been on course to face defending champions Chile in a rematch of the 2015 final on Sunday, but suffered an “evolution” of his initial injury. Di Maria began training on…
The bickering continues… Taylor Swift has responded to Kim Kardashian‘s allegations on her cover of GQ magazine that the singer was aware of Kanye West‘s infamous line ‘I feel like me and Taylor might still have s*x/Why? I made that b*tch famous’ before the song was released. Swift in a newly released statement, claims ‘much of what Kim is saying is incorrect‘ as she only spoke once with the rapper and never approved of derogatory remarks on the song. ‘Taylor does not hold anything against Kim Kardashian as she recognises the pressure Kim must be under and that she is…
Summer is upon us and the list of Nigerian musicians going on tour is rapidly increasing. Already tour dates fro Kiss Daniel, Femi Kuti and others have been announced, now one of Africa’s biggest performers Flavour, fondly called Flavour of Africa is ready to embark on his tour of the United States and Canada this summer. Flavour and his band will thrill fans in New York on July 22, Miami July 23, Baltimore July 29, Boston July 30, Los Angeles July 31, Montreal August 5, Chicago August 6 and finally in Minnesota on August 7, 2016.
It was a freakish recall for British singer, Rita Ora as she recounted her scary experience with a home invader in November 2015. Testifying behind a curtain during the court hearing against 26-year-old Charaf Elmoudden, Ora’s emotions got the best of her as the phone call she made to 999 (London’s emergency telephone number) on the night of the incident was played out loud. According to E!online, Ora broke down in court upon hearing the recorded call as she testified, saying: ‘That phone call freaked me out a bit,’ as she pleaded to be allowed compose herself, ‘Give me a…
On Friday June 24, 2016, history will we made at the famous Grammy Museum in downtown Los Angeles. The works of Nigerian music legend, 2face Idibia will be unveiled at the Grammy Museum’s new exhibit dubbed ‘Sounds of Africa’. The event will focus on displaying and celebrating legacies in the African music industry and it’ll feature other African acts like Angelique Kidjo, Salif Keith, Mafikizolo among others. These artistes who are also winners of Grammy awards and BET awards respectively, are being celebrated for their creative process as well as the art/ technology of their recording process. The exhibition will…
All year long, Nigerian rapper, Lynxxx has been sharing inspirational and motivational messages on social media. Then on May 27, 2016 he dropped a new single titled ‘Serve You’. Well, maybe smoking Shisha ain’t bad after all as the rapper was spotted smoking at Sao Cafe on Wednesday June 22, 2016 as Dj Obi kicked off his attempt to break a world record.
Brace yourselves – or Taylor Swift should brace herself – for another probable gut-wrenching moment from Kanye West‘s already controversial single, ‘Famous’. With the back and forth between Kim Kardashian and Swift the song had generated in the past week, rapper Kanye is set to premiere the video for ‘Famous’ today, June 24. The visuals for the song on which Kanye rapped, ‘I feel like me and Taylor might still have sex/ why, I made that bitch famous’ will be premiered at the Forum in Inglewood, California on Friday night and will also be live-streamed on Tidal for members and…
On April 5, 2016, Davido signed rising rapper, Dremo to his newly formed DMW (Davido Music Worldwide). What we didn’t know at that time was how long he had known Dremo before signing him. With the recent release of Dremo’s new single ‘Ojere’, Davido revealed how talented his new signee is and how he signed him just 24-hours after meeting him. In his words, ‘After y’all hear this, you will understand why I signed Dremo 24 Hours after meeting him’.
On April 14, 2016 popular singer Duncan Mighty wrote an open letter to President Buhari stating his desire to help his government especially in the area of youth empowerment project in Niger Delta. “Dear Mr President, My Name is DUNCAN MIGHTY a successful musician who has always exported the good massages, RYTHME and vibes of Nigerian IKWERRE PORT HARCOURT content to the global world. “I am also a successful entrepreneur /businessman with remarkable achievements in Niger Delta. “Please I want you to give me the opportunity to assist your Government in carrying out youth empowerment project in Niger Delta as…
Nigerian dancehall singer, Burna Boy, has taken a shot at Nigerian bloggers, referring to them as dummies in connection to reports on his baby mama saga. This was contained in an Instagram post on Friday, June 24, 2016. According to the singer, the bloggers who reported the story of his alleged baby mama, Uju Stella, played themselves by not confirming if the story was true. The post also included what looked like a pregnancy result posted from the account of Stella. Another comment in the Instagram screenshot, saw a post by Instablo9ja, confirming that Stella had lied about the pregnancy.…
Carlo Ancelotti has described Cristiano Ronaldo as a leader and someone who cares about the team following a series of incidents at the European Championship that have reflected badly on the Portugal captain. After their opening game, a 1-1 draw with Iceland in which he failed to score, Ronaldo accused Portugal’s opponents of being “lucky” and “small” and his frustrations continued as he missed a penalty and had a goal ruled out for offside in the goalless draw with Austria. Ahead of Portugal’s final Group F match against Hungary, a 3-3 draw in which Ronaldo opened his Euro 2016 account…