The Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola has said that the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, made the impossible happen by leading a merger of Nigeria’s opposition political parties. Fashola made the comment in a video tribute which was played at the 8th Bola Tinubu colloquium which held on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, the APC leader’s 64th birthday. “It was dangerous for Nigeria to keep that administration for another term and the evidence of that was before us,” the minister said. “The country was falling apart. You must salute the courage, the…
Author: David Folami
The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Niger Delta, Senator Peter Nwaboshi has said that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will produce Senate President, Bukola Saraki’s successor if he is removed from office. Nwaboshi, a member of the PDP and representative of the Delta South Senatorial District, made the declaration during a recent interview, according to Daily Trust. “I was the first to address the press in Port Harcourt and I told them that Saraki was going to win the Senate Presidency and I gave them my reasons. Eventually, we went there, he won. If, but God forbids, because we…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is under the control of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The allegation was made by PDP Deputy National Chairman, Uche Secondus, during an interview with journalists in Abuja on Wednesday, March 30, 2016, Punch reports. “Now in Rivers, because the PDP won all the elections despite the intimidation by the military, the results are being released piecemeal because the APC has failed woefully in all the constituencies,” Secondus said. “It is apparent that the commission has become a department in the APC. The commission is being…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi of pushing for the declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers State. The PDP made the allegation today, March 31, 2016, via its official Twitter handle. “Rotimi Amaechi vows: “I will ensure president Buhari declares a State of Emergency in Rivers State”,” the tweet read. Rivers Governor Nyesom Wike had earlier accused Amaechi, his predecessor, of being desperate to control the state. “The continued removal of the commissioners of police, director of State Security Service and other security chiefs in the state is to frustrate our effort.…
Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose has said that former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secretary in the state, Tope Aluko is a Judas. Aluko had earlier accused Fayose of receiving money from former President, Goodluck Jonathan to rig the June 2014 elections in the state. The governor’s comments were contained in a statement released by his media aide, Lere Olayinka on Wednesday, March 30, 2016. It reads: “Aluko and his likes can continue to run from pillar to post, all their efforts will come to nought and like the Biblical Judas, we will all live to see how those treating him…
The Senate Minority Leader and member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Godswill Akpabio, has said the current economic crisis should be blamed on the global fall of oil prices and not the President Muhammadu Buhari-led government. While advocating for the diversification of of the economy, Akpabio said the global economic meltdown is being felt more by Nigerians because the country runs a mono-economy built around oil. He stated this while speaking to newsmen in Abia State on Thursday, March 31, 2016. He urged the Federal Government to explore other sectors of the economy like mining, agriculture, entrepreneurship ventures and…
9ice’s girlfriend and third baby mama, Olusunkanmi Ajala, has shared new stunning photos of herself and little family, as sher turned a year older yesterday, March 30, 2016. 9ice as well as Ajala, who is the mother of his fourth child and third daughter, Michelle Abolanle Akande, looked like the perfect couple in the new photos. She shared a photo of herself pictured sitting on a stair with little Michelle, as she wished herself a happy birthday. Ajala shared the photo, with the caption: “Happy Birthday to me.” The trio were also pictured in an adorable snap, as 9ice carried…
Yesterday (Wednesday, March 30 2016) reality TV star Kim Kardashian, 35, shared a nude selfie with model Emily Ratajkowski. Kim K shared the nude selfie on her Instagram and Twitter accounts and captioned it “When we’re like…we both have nothing to wear LOL @emrata.” Emily Ratajkowski’s caption took a much stronger tone as it dealt with freedom and sexuality. “However sexual our bodies may be, we need to hve the freedom as women to choose whn & how we express our sexuality” the 24-year-old model wrote on Twitter. 51-year-old journalist Piers Morgan reacted to the nude selfie. “Just a thought…
Popular Nigerian comedian Ayo Makun popularly known as AY has had enough of Iyanya and Flavour showing off their bodies. The 37-year-old comedian shared a photo that his face superimposed on a muscular body. He too wants to get some of the action. In the caption of the photo he wrote “Enough is enough…. @iyanya and @2niteflavour come out nowwwww. Una Fada!!!” Obviously the comedian was joking. AY held his annual ‘AY Live’ Easter show on Sunday, March 27, 2016. The event took place at Convention Centre ,Eko Hotel and Suites. Celebrities who attended the event were Uti Nwachukwu, IK…
Nollywood actress Omootola Jalade-Ekeinde, 38, celebrated her daughter’s birthday yesterday (March 30, 2016) as she turned 19. Princess Ekeinde is Omotola’s first child and the superstar actress shared a collage of photos of her daughter on her Instagram account. “#Happybirthdayprincess .They say you’re a Mini me. Oh well… I hope they can spot the difference…lol… Love you Lady.#19 #teenagers #throwbackera” wrote Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde. The star actress just got back from her wedding anniversary getaway with her husband Captain Matthew Ekeinde. Omotola spent a few days at Waikiki Beach in Hawaii with her husband to celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary. “We…
Jimmy Adewale Amu, aka DJ Jimmy Jatt and wife, are still going strong after 20 years of marriage, as the celebrity DJ takes to his Instagram page to celebrate his wife on their 20th wedding anniversary. The couple are celebrating their 20th wedding anniversary, today, March 30, 2016, as DJ Jimmy gushes about his lovely wife in a new Instagram post. DJ Jimmy shared a sweet photo of himself and his wife, as he commented: “Bae of life, G since forever….. Wifey of 20yrs.” Seeing how difficult to make a marriage to a celebrity, work, we cannot help but celebrate…
Ciara, son, Future and fiancé, Russell Wilson, have been spotted together on what is best described as a family outing to Disneyland during the Easter holidays. The R&B singer shared the photos from their outing via her Instagram page, on Monday, March 27, 2016. Ciara who only recently got engaged to football star, Wilson, couldn’t have looked any happier to be out with her little family. The trio made the perfect family as they were pictured with Micky Mouse in Disneyland. Ciara shared a photo of the three of them, commenting: “The loves of my life.” The singer also sported…
News reports have revealed that David Beckham and wife of 17 years, Victoria Beckham, have decided to part ways business wise. The couple who have very successful businesses, individually and collectively, have reportedly decided that working separately, and allowing their companies to exist independently, might be best for them. Radar Online reports proof through documents obtained by them, that David who had been the director of Victoria Beckham Ltd for six years, had quietly resigned his position in December 2014. Meanwhile, the reports also reveal that Victoria now heads her sought-after, highly successful fashion brand while David keeps busy with…
Tee Billz has come for a fan who had the nerve to disrespect his wife, Tiwa Savage, in a new post via his Instagram page. Tiwa’s manager shared a photo collage of his conversations with the errant fan, as well as his epic shut down, via his Instagram page, today, March 30, 2016. The fan had requested that Tee Billz ask the singer to shoot the video for ‘Love me hard’ featuring 2Face Idibia, had obviously been way out of line when he added that she would have “F*cked up big time” if she didnt. Tee Billz had been quick…
American rapper, Kanye West, reality TV queen, Kim Kardashian and their children have finally moved out of Kris Jenner’s Calabasas home. Entertainment website, TMZ reports that the couple have moved into their refurbished Bel-Air which they had reportedly listed for sale for $20million. Recall that the couple bought the Bel-Air home for $11million in 2013, and they quickly set out to do works on it. For temporary stay, they moved in with Kris Jenner, but stayed with her until Kim had her two children, North and Saint. TMZ adds that Kimye are already building another new home in Hidden Hills…
Reports reaching us have it that Selena Gomez and pal, Charlie Puth are taking their friendship to the next level. The duo who have been close friends since last year will reportedly take their romance on the road in May when Puth appears on her Revival tour. Gomez and Puth who recorded the duet “We Don’t Talk Anymore” for his debut album Nine Track Mind, are allegedly into a ‘not too serious’ ‘flirty’ relationship. Puth first met Gomez at an MTV Video Music Awards party last August and told Us Weekly in November he hangs out with the super star…
Injured England captain Wayne Rooney is ready to fight for his place in the national team, insisting the increased competition for places has “excited” him during his time on the sidelines. The Manchester United forward has been out of action since February after suffering knee ligament damage, meaning he was unavailable for the friendlies against Germany and Netherlands. His absence has allowed others to press their claims ahead of Euro 2016, with Harry Kane and Jamie Vardy scoring goals to help England recover from 2-0 to beat Germany in Berlin on Saturday. Rooney feels the result bodes well for the…
Jurgen Klopp has taken the time to praise Mario Gotze in the wake of his fine performance for Germany in Tuesday’s 4-1 friendly win over Italy, but refused to confirm Liverpool are interested in signing the Bayern Munich playmaker. Liverpool have already secured the services of Joel Matip from Schalke ahead of next season and reports suggest Klopp has now set his sights on the former Borussia Dortmund star as he continues to plan for 2016-17. Gotze is believed to be unhappy at Bayern due to his lack of game time and the Bundesliga champions could opt to cash in…
Andres Iniesta is determined to lead Barcelona to victory over Real Madrid in this weekend’s Clasico to honour club icon Johan Cruyff following the Dutchman’s death last week. Cruyff passed away last Thursday after losing his battle against lung cancer and Iniesta has vowed to give his utmost to help the Catalan club to victory at Camp Nou on Saturday. “Winning the Clasico would be a great tribute to Cruyff,” Iniesta said at a news conference. “Hopefully we can win for him. It is definitely an extra motivation for us.” Barcelona beat Real Madrid 4-0 at the Santiago Bernabeu in…
Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil has voiced his admiration for Zinedine Zidane, but has stressed a return to Real Madrid or another Spanish side is not an option at this stage. The Germany international left Madrid for Arsenal in 2013 and has since developed into a key figure at Emirates Stadium. Ozil was reported to be considering his options, with speculation claiming he had “lost patience” with Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger, although the 27-year-old has since dismissed those suggestions. And, speaking to Spox, Ozil said: “Zidane was an amazing player. He did not just play football, but lived for the game.…