The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said that the new governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello is on an excursion in the Government House. The PDP made its comments via a statement released by National Secretary, Professor Adewale Oladipo. The statement reads: “Yahaya Bello, who cannot claim the overall winning votes in the election is therefore a shadow-chasing passerby on an excursion in Kogi State Government House, since the so-called swearing-in ceremony, having no bearing from the votes at election is at best an APC function.” “The people of Kogi are aware that the man being paraded by the APC…
Author: David Folami
Following the Supreme Court’s verdict, which upheld the election of the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) State in the state, Felix Obuah, has called on the All Progressives Congress (APC) members to accept the development and join hands with the government. In a statement by Obuah’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Jerry Needam, he said Wike’s resolve to work with the APC explains his open mindedness and genuine love for all irrespective of party affiliations. He said the governor’s move was also borne out of his “burning desire to lift the…
All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Rivers State, Dakuku Peterside has responded to the Supreme Court verdict which upheld the victory of Governor Nyesom Wike in the April 11, 2015 elections. Peterside stated that he would contribute to the development of the state and also offered to help Wike. The APC candidate’s comments are contained in a statement released on Thursday, January 28, 2016. It reads in part: “Consequently, we shall do our best to work for the peace and development of Rivers State and all who reside in it. We shall creatively offer our help to Governor Nyesom…
Senator representing Kogi west, Dino Melaye, has reacted to former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s letter to the National Assembly, describing it as a misplaced anger. In Obasanjo’s letter to the assembly, he condemned its plan to purchase 469 cars worth N4.7billion. Melaye on Thursday, January, 28, who acknowledged his respect for Obasanjo, accused him of corruption. He said the ex-president introduced corruption into the national assembly in his bid to run for a third term in office. “I have tremendous respect for president Olusegun Aremu Okikiola Obasanjo. Elder statesman, respected pan Africanist and committed patriot. I went through the letter written…
Reality star, Kim Kardashian, has shared new revelations on her breastfeeding processes following the delivery of her second born and first son, Saint West. Kim made these new revelations via her website, admitting that she had found it hard at first, going on to add that her first child, North West, compounded issues as she hated to see her breast feed Saint. Writing on her dilemma, she said: “I’m about 2 months into breastfeeding and I’m not gonna lie – it can be time-consuming. “For some reason, North hates when I feed the baby, and she lays on my lap…
Let’s be the first to tell you about the latest celebrity couple in town. While one is signed on to the Olamide led YBNL, the other is signed on to X3M music led by Steve Babaeko. The duo have been on a sizzling romance that seems altar bound for over three years but they’ve managed to keep it away from public glare. We’ve had our eyes on them for a while and now we can confirm to you that YBNL’s Adekunle Gold and X3M music’s Simi are in love. Adekunle Gold is popular for his amazing Photoshop skills across social…
Today is the birthday of fast rising singer Adekunle Gold, and legendary Nigerian rapper Terry Tha Rapman. Adekunle Gold real name is Adekunle Kosoko. He was born into a royal family. The singer graduated with a Higher National Diploma in Arts & Design from Lagos state Polytechnic. At the age of 15 Adekunle Gold wrote his first song. In 2014 he disbanded a music group he formed while in school and went solo. Later that year he released his debut single ‘Sade’ in 2014. Shortly after, Adekunle Gold was signed to YBNL. With successive singles ‘Orente’, and ‘Pick Up’, he…
Television personality, Tyra Banks is now a mother. She and her photographer boyfriend, Erik Asla have welcomed their son via surrogate. The ex-model made the announcement on her Instagram page saying, “The best present we worked and prayed so hard for is finally here,” she wrote. “He’s got my fingers and big eyes and his daddy Erik’s mouth and chin. As we thank the angel of a woman that carried our miracle baby boy for us, we pray for everyone who struggles to reach this joyous milestone. York Banks Asla, welcome to the world.” This is officially going to be…
Nigerian pop star 2face Idibia, 40, has said that Blackface’s allegations that he stole his songs are unfortunate. Speaking to Channels TV, 2face Idibia who now goes by the moniker 2 Baba said he thought that Blackface’s Twitter account was hacked firstly. “It is just so unfortunate. I do not know where it is coming from (but) I am trying to think of different reasons” said 2face Idibia. Blackface recently spoke to Hip TV and said 2face was no longer his friend. The Hypertek boss confirmed that Blackface does not see him as his friend but he holds him no…
Nigerian pop queen Tiwa Savage, 35, today (January 28) has admitted that she wants her six-month-old son Jamil to say ‘mama’ as his first word. In an Instagram photo of Tiwa Savage holding her son she revealed that she wants her son to say ‘mama’ first before the word ‘dada’. “Good Morning yummy mummies as most people are starting their day, we’ve probably been up for a few hours now as babies know how to interrupt our beauty sleep but that’s ok because we love them more than anything. Anyhow Jamil is 6 months now and this morning I thought…
No beef passes by without Chris Brown having to say of do something… especially if the beef has nothing to do with him. Now, the singer has posted a hilarious meme of how he couldn’t take his eyes off his screen during the legendary Kanye West vs Wiz Khalifa Twitter rant! The 26-year-old, who wasn’t the topic of controversy this time, got to sit back, relax and enjoy as Kanye smoked some Wiz on Twitter! From every indication, Breezey, like the rest of us, was glued to Kanye’s Twitter account drama as the rapper slammed Wiz, his ex-wife Amber Rose…
Nigerian singer Oritsefemi, 31, has replied his ex-girlfriend’s sub on Instagram today (January 28). Yesterday Oritsefemi’s ex-girlfriend Blessing Rawa subbed him on Instagram after he made a post about having real friends. Oritsefemi shared a photo of him reading the book ‘Rise Of ISIS’ and wrote “Life is kind of like a party. You invite a lot of people, some leave early; some stay all night, some laugh with you, some laugh at you, and some show up late. But in the end, after the fun, there are a few who stay to help you clean up the mess. And…
After denying that she never went out with the CEO of Ebony Films Seun Egbegbe, actress Toyin Aimakhu has finally admitted that she dated him. Today (January 28) a fan on Instagram asked the 31-year-old actress if she ever dated Seun Egbegbe. Toyin Aimakhu replied with an emphatic “Yes”. In November, 2015 the story emerged of Toyin Aimakhu reportedly dating Seun Egbegbe. She denied the story and said she is just friends with Ebony Films boss. During an interview with E Rave, Seun Egbegbe revealed he was dating Toyin Aimakhu and had plans of marrying the actress. Toyin Aimakhu is…
American rapper, Tyga, has finally gotten a chance to play his own game of shag, marry or kill and the results are really shocking especially after reality star, Khloe Kardashian, had him holding the short end of the stick during her turn with the game. In a new episode of Khloe’s new show, ‘Kocktails with Khloe’, Tyga played the raunchy game with reality star, Scott Disick, also present during the show. When asked who he would shag, marry or kill with his options limited to Khloe, the host, Kim and Kourtney, Tyga had shocked everyone with his reaction. Replying, Tyga…
Derby County head coach Paul Clement will turn to Carlo Ancelotti for advice ahead of his side’s FA Cup fourth-round tie against Manchester United. Championship club Derby host Louis van Gaal’s United on Friday evening looking to reach the next round of the competition, which would further increase the pressure on Van Gaal. Clement worked under Ancelotti, who is set to become Bayern Munich’s new boss in the summer, at Real Madrid and the English coach is optimistic about his team’s chances. He said in The Times: “I am not sure it will quite be a giant killing if we…
Barcelona forward Neymar says he would love to play under former Barcelona and current Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola. Guardiola coached the Catalan club before Neymar’s arrival from Santos in 2013. Last month he said he will join a Premier League side at the end of the Bundesliga season with Manchester City reported to be his favoured target. Asked if there was one manager he would particularly like to work with, Neymar told Red Bull: “Yes, there is one: Guardiola is a guy who I really admire and who I would love to work with.” The 23-year-old said he was…
Luis Suarez’s goal for Barcelona on Wednesday night saw him become the first player across the top five leagues in Europe to reach 30 goals in all competitions. Suarez scored in the 53rd minute in a 3-1 win for Barca over Athletic Bilbao that booked the club’s place in the Copa del Rey semifinals. The Uruguay international, who scored 23 times last season, now stands on 30 goals from 24 appearances, while his teammates Lionel Messi and Neymar have 20 and 21 respectively. Suarez’s goals have come in La Liga (18), the Champions League (five), the FIFA Club World Cup…
Louis van Gaal insisted he has never offered to resign as Manchester United manager — but accepted he could be sacked if his side are knocked out of the FA Cup by Derby. Van Gaal railed at what he claimed has been “awful and horrible” coverage in the media after reports this week that he had offered to quit after Saturday’s 1-0 defeat to Southampton. But the Dutchman, whose team have only won three of their last 14 matches, said he is worried United fans believed such stories. “I think I don’t have mentioned that [offering to resign] ever,” he…
Tottenham Hotspur can already feel the benefit of their training camp in Barcelona after a gruelling period of matches in recent weeks, striker Harry Kane said. Spurs have already played 12 fixtures since the start of December and there is no let-up as they play three matches in eight days, starting with Saturday’s FA Cup fourth round clash with third tier side Colchester United. “It has been great to get away and recharge the batteries – a bit of sunshine on your back can only help,” Kane, who has started every one of the North London side’s Premier League games…
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has his back to the wall once again ahead of his side’s FA Cup fourth-round tie at second-tier Derby County on Friday. Saturday’s woeful 1-0 defeat at home to Southampton prompted press reports that Van Gaal had offered to resign and although those claims were rebutted by figures within the club, defeat at Derby will see the speculation ramp up all over again. United needed a stoppage-time Wayne Rooney penalty to overcome third-tier Sheffield United in round three and the United captain is anticipating another testing evening at the iPro Stadium, where United won…