Crisis has broken out in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over the zoning of the party’s chairmanship position. According to reports, some chieftains of the party have vowed to hold a parallel convention if the position is zoned to the North-East. “We are aware of the intrigues going on but we will not allow that to happen. We know that some governors, especially that of Ekiti State, are working hard to retain the zoning to the North-East,” one chieftain told Vanguard. “What he failed to understand is that the party took a decision long time ago to zone the Presidency…
Author: David Folami
The National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Olisa Metuh has said that he has no interest in any new position in the party. Metuh also said that he will not be contesting for any office at the PDP National Convention which will hold in Port Harcourt, Rivers State on May 21, 2016, Punch reports. The PDP spokesperson made the disclosure via a statement released on Thursday, April 21, 2016. It reads: “I wish to state publicly that I have no ambitions to continue as a member of the National Working Committee after the expiration of my current…
The Rivers State House of Assembly has has refused to swear in a member-elect for Port Harcourt Local Government 1, Mrs Victoria Nyeche, on allegations of forgery. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the Assembly sworn in nine other lawmakers in Port Harcourt on Thursday, April 21, leaving out Nyeche. Nyeche exemption followed a petition from the Civil Liberties Organisation (CLO), alleging that she was using the Assembly Letter Headed Paper before being sworn in. She has however vowed to seek redress in court. Congratulating the lawmakers, the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Tamuno Adams, reminded them that their election…
President Buhari will be meeting with the Senate President, Bukola Saraki and the Speaker of the House of Reps, Yakubu Dogara to discuss the 2016 budget, reports say. Buhari has refused to give assent to the budget over what he terms as some inconsistencies. The National Assembly was earlier accused of removing the Lagos/Calabar railway project from the budget, a controversy that saw the presidency pitched against the lawmakers. Speaking on the issue, the Chairman, House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Mr. Abdulrazak Namdas, said “Recall that we in the House, mandated our speaker to meet with Mr. President…
Former President, Goodluck Jonathan, on Thursday, April 21, 2016, gave a speech on the need for strong democratic institutions and credible elections at the City of Newark in New Jersey. Jonathan had earlier announced a partnership with the Walk Free Foundation which would serve the purpose of spreading Liberty around the Globe and especially in Africa.
Senator Dino Melaye has promised his unflinching loyalty to Senate President, Bukola Saraki, who’s currently facing charges of fraud before the Code of Conduct Tribunal. Melaye made the promise today, April 22, 2016, via a post on his Facebook page. It reads: “My brother and friend Sen. Bukola Saraki, if you have 1 trillion supporters I’m one, if you have one billion I’m one, if you have one million I’m one, if you have one thousand I’m one if you have ten I’m one, if you have only one supporter I’m one and if you have no single supporter it…
Kiss Daniel has released the montage for his latest single ‘Mama’ off his forthcoming album ”New Era”. Video was directed by Aje Films.
Will Smith says he is beyond stunned over Prince’s tragic death on April 21 and claims he actually spoke with the diseased the day before his death. The former ‘Fresh Prince of Bel Air’ star took to his Facebook on April 22 revealing just how sad he was when he heard the sad news of the death of the iconic artist. “I am stunned and heartbroken. I just spoke with him last night,” Smith wrote. “Today, Jada & I mourn with all of you the loss of a beautiful poet, a true inspiration and one of the most magnificent artists…
A comedian, Bright Okpocha, popularly known as Basketmouth, on Friday said that adoption of Pidgin English on stage by Nigerian comedians had limited their reach and popularity. Basketmouth told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos that many comedians would have gotten international fame and recognition if they were entertaining in English. He said that Nigerian comedians also needed to step up their game in order to be globally competitive. “One of the problems we have right now in the industry and which makes it difficult to break out of our cultural background and society is the language barrier.…
Nollywood actress, Rita Dominic is the new face of FlatTummyTea.ng! Rita Dominic, who says she’s a big advocate of health and weight management, made the announcement today, Friday, April 22, 2016. She took to her Instagram page writing, “I am excited to sign on as the new face of flattummytea.ng. The tea is definitely a welcome addition to my fitness regime.” According to FlatTummyTea.ng, they are happy to have Rita Dominic on board, as she represents the bevy of gorgeous women who have discovered the natural route to weight management and body maintenance.
Nigerian singer, D’banj in an interview talks about how he got his endorsement from Slot also dishing on his One Campaign project. The singer when asked about the humanitarian causes he supports had this to say, “I didn’t choose it I was chose. One.org approached me in 2013, they wanted me to do a campaign for them across Africa. Because they had seen that across the world the amount of land still available is in Africa. Am glad it was introduced to me. ” He said. Also speaking on his Slot deal, the ‘Emergency’ crooner said, “When I got the…
Rob Kardashian says he’s relieved his fiancee Blac Chyna and sister Kylie Jenner have finally squashed their beef. The 29-year-old sock tycoon made his feelings known via Instagram when he commented on a recent picture of Jenner and Chyna together. “So happy my girls finally get to talk and make peace,” Rob wrote and followed it with #MyFamily, #AllLove”. Kylie and Chyna ended their longtime feud when they shocked their fans with Snapchat videos of the pair leaning to each other. ” “When we’ve been friends the whole time,” the ‘Keeping Up With The Kardashians’ star captioned her post/ while…
Mariah Carey has had her own fair share of wardrobe malfunctions and things even gets worst when her nipple also struggles for attention in Paris, France, Thursday night. The newly engaged singer revealed a little too much than she bargained for when she arrived at the VIP Room in Paris on April 21 in a plunging LBD. The singer lived up to her superstar image in the cleavage-baring number, sucking on a lollipop as she was escorted through a crowd of adoring fans and into the exclusive venue. Mariah was clearly riding high after performing in the French capital and…
Akon has been pictured during a visit he paid to the Nigerian Minister of Environment, Amina Mohammed in New York City. The Senegalese singer made the visit today April 22nd, to discuss the Great Green wall project, a pan-African proposal set to battle desertification. The Great Green wall project will reportedly push the “green” movement in the continent from west to east in order to put a stop to desertification. This project is one out of many humanitarian projects Akon has been involved with in recent times, as well as one out of a couple visits paid to government position…
The storm just might be over! Mide Martins has taken to her Instagram page to announce her reconciliation with her Nollywood actor cum director husband, Afeez Abiodun aka Afeez Owo following their brief seperation. On April 16, 2016, Theinfostride had reported that the Nollywood actress and daughter of late Funmi Martins had quit her marriage after various speculations to that effect. Mide has now taken to her Instagram page today, April 22, 2016, to reveal that they have finally settled their differences and are back together. She shared a photo of herself and her husband, commenting: “The Storm Is Over!!!….…
Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Jay Jay Okocha and the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Paul Arkwright are some of the notable persons who had turned up for Queen Elizabeth II 90th birthday party which held in Lagos. The humanitarian and veteran Nollywood actress as well as the football legend, are a few of the notable Nigerian celebrities who had turned up for the lavish birthday bash thrown in honour of the queen, which had taken place yesterday, April 21, 2016 in Lagos Nigeria. Also in attendance was the Chief Mrs Opral Benson amongst many other notable dignitaries. The celebration had been complete…
Bayern Munich head coach Pep Guardiola confirmed Arjen Robben and Jerome Boateng will not feature in the Bundesliga match against Hertha Berlin, adding that the Dutchman “will need a miracle” if he is to make the first leg of the Champions League tie with Atletico Madrid. Robben has been out of action since the goalless draw with Borussia Dortmund on March 5 due to an adductor problem, while Boateng has not featured since the win over Hamburg in January because of a groin injury. Both are slowly edging closer to a comeback, but neither will make the trip to Berlin…
Luis Enrique has hailed the agreement between Barcelona and the Brazilian federation that will see Neymar dispute only the Olympics this summer, calling the accord “fantastic for everyone.” Barcelona and the Brazilian Federation confirmed on Wednesday that Neymar would not participate in Brazil’s Copa America Centenario campaign this summer, and instead will be in Rio de Janeiro to take part in the Olympic tournament, which Brazil have never won. The Brazilian federation had been lobbying for Neymar to play in both. But speaking with media on Friday, the Barcelona boss said the decision taken is best for all parties involved.…
Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri has set his sights on wrapping up the Premier League title after the club claimed Champions League qualification. Leicester are five points clear of second-placed Tottenham Hotspur at the top of the table with four matches of the season remaining, having already clinched qualification for Europe’s premier competition. Ranieri has previously been reluctant to acknowledge his side are on the cusp of a shock title win, but the Italian has accepted the Foxes must maintain their form when they host Swansea on Sunday as they look to take another step closer to glory. He said…
Manchester United have spent more money on agent and intermediaries’ fees between October and February this season than any other club in the Premier League, paying out over £10 million. Figures published by the Football Association show United paid £3.35m more than Liverpool — the club with the second highest outlay in the division. That is despite United not having signed any players during the January transfer window, although they were linked with high-profile moves. The FA figures include every transfer dealing and new contract negotiations by Premier League, Football League and National League clubs. Manchester City are next behind…