Former presidential aide, Reuben Abati has spoken out on the “freedom from decency, responsibility and conscience” which has become the order of the day on social media. Abati made the remark via an article titled “The Online Warriors.” Read full text below: My criticisms of the excesses of the online phenomenon in terms of its brazen abuse in an unregulated environment has often made me the target of attacks, with many insisting on quoting the opening paragraph of a piece I once wrote along these lines as if it is a memorial verse, but further developments have shown that indeed,…
Author: David Folami
Gov. Tanko Al-makura of Nasarawa State on Tuesday appealed to the Federal Government for the provision of more basic infrastructure for the people of the state. The governor made the call when the Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Mr Babatude Fashola, paid him a courtesy visit in Lafia. Al-makura said the state was neglected in the area of infrastructure development in the last dispensation and required urgent attention of the government because of its proximity to the Federal Capital Territory. According to him, Lafia is the only the state capital among the 36 states of the federation that is…
Former aide to ex-president, Goodluck Jonathan, Doyin Okupe has offered to help President Muhammadu Buhari revive Nigeria’s economy. Okupe made the offer via his Facebook page on Sunday, January 24, 2016. He said: “The danger signal here is clear and profound. The implication of this price regime is that we begin to lose $4-$2 USD for every barrel of crude oil we produce.” “It is pertinent to state clearly here that this ominous situation is totally out of the control of the present administration.” “But because we are all stakeholders in the Nigerian project and also for the fact that…
Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola has said that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has exhausted its stay in Nigeria. Aregesola made the statement on Tuesday, January 26, 2016, when Ekiti Governor, Ayo Fayose paid him a visit. “Osoko has said that he is not going to leave his party, but the reality today is that PDP has served its term in Nigeria. When a horse is dead, it is either you abandon it or you bury it,” the Osun governor said. “I want my good friend and brother to know that PDP has exhausted its stay in Nigeria, it can…
More reactions have trailed the letter reportedly written by former President Olusegun Obasanjo to the National Assembly. OBJ reportedly accused the lawmakers of greed, graft and insensitivity to the declining state of the country’s economy. According to Vanguard, the Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Abdulrazak Namdas said the former President’s letter is a distraction. His words: “We have tremendous respect for the former President. We don’t want to be distracted by letters. Probably the letter is not meant for the 8th Assembly because we have cued in with President Muhammadu Buhari. I think the letter…
International publication, The Economist has described former Nigerian president, Goodluck Jonathan as an “ineffectual buffoon.” The publication made the statement with regards to the wanton corruption which went on under Jonathan’s regime during which “politicians and their cronies fill(ed) their pockets with impunity.” The remark was contained in an article titled “Nigeria’s economy; Crude tactics.” Read excerpts below: In the eight months since Mr Buhari arrived at Aso Rock, the presidential digs, the homicidal jihadists of Boko Haram have been pushed back into the bush along Nigeria’s borders. The government has cracked down on corruption, which had flourished under the…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) acting National Chairman, Mr. Uche Secondus has dismissed calls by the party’s Governors’ forum, asking him to resign. This is following a leadership tussle currently going on in the party, involving a former aide to ex-president, Goodluck Jonathan, Ahmed Gulak, who declared himself, the party’s new chairman. Punch reports that the PDP Governors’ forum had earlier issued a statement, through its chairman, Governor Olusegun Mimiko of Ondo state, saying “We take cognisance of the judgment by the court in Abuja, which ordered the acting chairman to vacate office for any other person from the North-East…
Amber Rose doesn’t give a hoot if Kanye West beefs her ex-husband, Wiz Khlaifa or herself in public but when her son is also brought into the fight, she’s ready to bring her claws out! The former stripper wasn’t pleased at all when Kanye brought up her son, Sebastian, during his epic Twitter row with Khalifa on January 27. The model went on the podcast ‘Allegedly’ on Wednesday, in the US and addressed the issue of Kanye claiming she ‘trapped’ Wiz by having his son Sebastian, while also bringing up her stripper past. In the preview, obtained by TMZ, Amber…
The freedom of Nollywood actress, Ibinabo Fiberesima is hanging in the balance. The Lagos State Court of Appeal has reserved judgement in the appeal filed by the actress regarding her five years sentencing in the death of Dr. Giwa Suraj. She was sentenced for the five years jail term by Justice Deborah Oluwayemi of a Lagos State High Court for reckless driving which led to the death of Dr. Giwa Suraj along the Lekki-Epe expressway, Lagos on February 26th 2006. The actress, as her response to the ruling filed an appeal through her counsel, challenging the decision of the court.…
Nollywood actress Uche Jombo, 36, today (January 28, 2016) shared a throwback picture of when she was pregnant. In the photo Uche Jombo clearly shows her baby bump. The actress captioned the picture “#TBT April 2015#37weekspregnant #pregnancyshoot #PhotoCredit:WOWmagazine makeup by @bellaisadora #FYI if pregnant belly makes you uncomfortable you need JESUS.” In 2012, Uche Jombo got married to Kenny Rodriguez. She gave birth to a boy Matthew Rodriguez last year. Inspired by her #tbt picture fellow actress Ufuoma McDermott showed her own baby bump picture of when she was pregnant on Instagram. “#TBT @uchejombo Yep! Throwing it back to Aug…
You may be wondering that what does Katy Perry know about hip hop beefs? Well, enough to know how to battle Taylor Swift with lyrics and beat her on the Forbes rich list! So, Perry has taken sides in the recent Kanye West/Wiz Khalifa beef and yup, she’s in Yeezus’ kingdom! The pop star made sure she followed the bitter tweets to the very end and then decided which one was her favourite Kanye tweet… number 8 was her choice! At number 8, out of the twenty-something hate tweets Ye posted against Khalifa, the ‘Power’ rapper wrote (long deleted) “I…
Yesterday (January 28) Nollywood actress Chioma Akpotha threw a shot at her fellow actresses Uche Jombo, Omoni Oboli, Blessing Egbe and Ufuoma McDermott. Chioma Akpotha shared a picture of Uche Jombo, Omoni Oboli, Blessing Egbe and Ufuoma McDermott on her Twitter and said “sometimes…sisters aren’t REALLY sisters!…#2016MindingMyOwnBusiness #StayingOnMyOwnLane #MovingOn.” The tweet did not go unnoticed by Uche Jombo, Omoni Oboli, Blessing Egbe and Ufuoma McDermott who responded to Chioma Akpotha’s jab on Twitter. Wow, 2016 really has no chill. Even Nollywood actresses are beginning to fight on social media. We wonder how this mini Twitter scuffle will end.
Nollywood actress Toyin Aimakhu, 31, has announced that she is embarking on a project to appreciate mothers. The movie star has started a programme to celebrate mothers who gave their all to their kids. Toyin Aimakhu made this known on her Instagram page today (January 28). Toyin Aimakhu was spurred to start this programme after she saw an emotionally moving picture of an NYSC member and his mum who sells fish in the market. The corps member was celebrating his mum’s sacrifice. Toyin Aimakhu shared this picture on Instagram and wrote; “Saw this on Facebook and brought tears to my…
Kanye West denied talking about his recent fall out with Wiz Khalifa hours after he went on a Twitter rant when Wiz claimed he ripped off his new album title – WAVES – from a legendary DJ, Max B. In a video obtained by TMZ, the smiling rapper was seen making an entrance into the Los Angeles International Airport shortly after he posted more than 20 bitter tweets at Wiz, his ex-wife, Amber Rose and son, Sebastian. Weh asked he went too far with his rant, Kanye replied: “I said what I had to say… I said what I had…
Popular stand-up comedian Tee A (Tunde Adewale) has taken on a new hobby, boxing. The ‘Tyme Out With Tee A’ host has started boxing in a bid to keep fit. Yesterday (January 28) Tee A who says is boxing fan shared a video of him working with his training. He also shared a video of him skipping. “Coach : “This is how you break your opponents rib cage. Just continuously hit this spot”. Me : But why would I or anyone want to break anybody’s ribcage? #Coach: Boxing noni. #Fitfamchronicles. #SMH .” Tee A jokingly captioned one of the videos.
One time winner of the Big Brother Africa game show, Karen Igho, has shared a photo of herself and her mother-in-law via her instagram page, as she turned a year older. The mother-of-one had married her fiancé, Yaroslav Rakos on December 2014, after getting engaged to him in May of same year. Karen shared the selfie with Mrs Rakos, where she was pictured pouting as her mother-in-law smiled at the camera. She shared the photo to celebrate her as she turned a year older today. Karen had been delivered of a baby boy on July 4, 2015. Happy birthday to…
Apparently, nothing has changed for rapper couple, Nicki Minaj and Meek Mill as they were spotted together, along with one of Mill’s sons, Murad Williams, at a basket ball game. Even as break up rumours trail the couple, Nicki has proved herself to be that ride or die chick. The trio were spotted at the games, having fun and goofing around, as Nicki and Murad seem to get along famously. Nicki has been super supportive in recent times, what with Mill’s arraignment before the court over probation violation charges and his choice to go back to school. We think the…
It has been all highs so far for reggae star, Patoranking. The dance-hall genius is one of the Nigerian celebrities that has signed up for the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon. He was at the Lagos City Marathon office located at the Teslim Balogun Stadium in Surulere, Lagos, on Tuesday, where he picked a form to register for the first full international marathon in Nigeria in three decades. The star is full of optimism concerning his participation in the event. According to him, “Of course, I am happy to sign on for the race, trust me I will run on…
Delta born singer, Harrysong has become the latest celebrity to bag an endorsement. The star has been announced as the first brand ambassador for popular sausage roll brand, Gala. Very soon, he is also expected to land another deal for UAC Foods. This is according to label mate, Kcee, who said he will be “unveiled as the face of one of the favourites from the stables of UAC foods”. Harrysong is currently signed to record label, Five Star Music after a stint with QuestionMark Entertainment. The singer’s ‘Reggae Blues’ song, where he mentioned Gala might have acted acted as the…
Nigerian pop musician, Davido is setting goals and he is definitely achieving them. The star just sealed a deal with Sony Music Worldwide in New York. Davido is not the only one thrilled by the music deal, top executives from the company have taking time to comment about their anticipation after bringing the star on board. The Managing Director, Sony Music Entertainment Africa, John Watson said, “Working with incredible talent like Davido heralds a new era for Sony Music Entertainment Africa on the continent. We couldn’t be prouder of our partnership with Davido and we are extremely keen to support…