Author: Shola Johnson

Kaduna State Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai has appointed the foremost Anglican cleric, Most Reverend Dr. Josiah Idowu-Fearon to head the Kaduna State Peace Commission. The nomination of the former Archbishop of Kaduna was announced on September 7, 2017 in Kaduna. A government statement, signed by Samuel Aruwan (SSA-Media & Publicity) disclosed that Governor Nasir El-Rufai has forwarded the names of four persons to constitute the leadership of the Peace Commission. The law establishing the commission was recently passed. “Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai has sent nominations for membership of the Peace Commission to the Kaduna State House of Assembly. Malam Nasir…

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The Governor of Ekiti State, Mr Ayodele Fayose, has hailed the National Assembly (NASS) for its passage of the bill to reduce the age limits for elective positions, calling for total removal of age barrier from eligibility to contest elections in Nigeria. He said; “If a Nigerian who is 18 years can vote, such a person should also be qualified to be voted for and whether or not such person can be elected should be left in the hands of the electorate. Most importantly, age is not a barrier to intellectual capability and that has been in most countries led…

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The judge in charge of the ongoing court case between Brymo and Chocolate City, Justice Buba I.N, has pulled out of the case after he was accused of being biased. . During cross examination of singer Brymo, yesterday, Chocolate City Counsel T.O Lawal claimed that the Chocolate City vs. Brymo dispute was as a result of the singer’s misconducts and his promotion of hard drugs on his social network accounts. . ‘I want to put it to you that one of the reasons you had problems with the plaintiff (Chocolate City) was because you were promoting hard drugs on your…

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Jada Pinkett-Smith, mother of Willow Smith says there’s nothing wrong with her 13 year-old daughter lying in bed with a semi-nude 20 year-old guy. . Pinkett speaking to paparazzi at LAX Airport, she said there is nothing sexual about the photo which is causing controversy on the internet. . Willow Smith made waves this week when actor Moises Arias posted a shirtless photo of himself lying in bed with Willow. Arias is shown in the photo sitting behind the young singer as she reclines on the bed. . ‘Here’s the deal, there was nothing sexual about that picture or that…

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Actress Toyin Aimakhu and her husband Adeniyi Johnson, over the weekend joined their colleague Taiwo Aromokun to celebrate the dedication of her twin babies. . The ceremony was held at the the R.C.C.G, Victory Parish in Surulere, Lagos, and had in attendance Aromokun’s friends and family members. . The babies, Jade and Jasmine, were born months after Aromokun’s marriage to her UK-based husband popularly called Ogun Re.

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Big things popping for Ice Prince Zamani. . His international collaboration ‘I swear‘ with Bad Boy rapper French Montana is set for an official UK release on July 27, 2014. . The song was released on September 9, 2013 as the fourth single from his second studio album Fire of Zamani and features background vocals from EME act Shaydee. It was produced by frequent collaborator Chopstix and the video shot in the US by J R Saint. . The release is facilitated by the rapper’s recent distribution deal with Universal Music Group.

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The Kardashian sisters have thought it appropriate of them join in on the #BringBackOurGirls currently trending worldwide. . Kim Kardashian took time off her busy wedding planning schedules to identify with Nigerians over the missing 200 plus girls abducted by Islamic group Boko Haram. . On her Instagram page, she posted one of the many online campaign photos and then wrote; ‘Heartbreaking! Let’s all raise awareness #BringBackOurGirls‘. . Her sisters Khloe, Kourtney and Kendall followed suit, also posting similar photos imploring the world to raise awareness. . More and more international celebs and personalities are joining in the campaign which…

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Actress Juliet Ibrahim went gaga on people who have been accusing her of bleaching her skin. . The angered actress stated: “Those accusing others of bleaching obviously needs to bleach dier brains; common sense is a necessity in life n bleaching brains wil help! Funniest bs talk I hv ever heard! Lmao, people r so dumb jeez, how can a mixed race/ mulatto be accused of bleaching? Like seriously? Lmao.”

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Popularly nollywood Actress called Mama Gee by his numerous fans, recently told newsmen that it is her choice to live in the village despite all she has achieved in the movie industry. . Here is what she said: “I still live in my village. It is nice to live in the countryside where everyone is everybody’s business. If you see the way people appreciate me in my village, whenever I go to the market to shop everyone will be calling me ‘Mama G’, ‘Gee’ for general. In fact, you will appreciate me more. Though my office is located in Enugu…

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Nollywood actors,Taiwo Ajayi- Lycett, Joke Silva, Kate Henshaw, Bimbo Akintola, Iretiola Doyle, Elvina Ibru, Omonor SomoluandKemi Lala Akindojuwill feature in a stage play titled,‘Hear Word’, come May 2014. . The theatrical production, which will depict true life stories of 20 different Nigerian women from various walks of life, has a cast of some of Nollywood’s respected and most seasoned actresses. . The play combines artistry, social commentary and true-life stories and is scheduled for May 2014 atMuson Centre. . Producer cum director, Ifeoma Fafunwa, who was also responsible for the acclaimed, ‘V Monologues’ says ‘These superb actresses will offer up…

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A number of high profile ladies like Genevieve Nnaji, Jennifer Obayuwana and Nadia Buari have been linked with superstar musician,D’Banj, yet in an interview with popular UK On-Air Personality Tim Westwood, he revealed that he has not met a woman he can die for. . Speaking about his recent single ‘Bother You’ a soundtrack for the movie ‘Half of a Yellow Sun‘ which is based on the novel of the same name by Nigerian author Chimamanda Adichie, the entertainer revealed that the love story behind the movie inspired the song. . ‘The song is about finding that person you can…

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On-Air-Personality and talent manager Onochie Koch Okoyeis currently in a relationship with his former Beat FM co presenter Maria Okanrende. . Koch was a presenter with Maria on the popular urban radio station’s breakfast programme, ‘The Morning Rush‘ along with Olisa Adibua. . According to sources, the pair started dating in early 2013 but kept the relationship under wraps until recently when Koch left the urban radio station. . Theinfostrides learnt that the radio presenter and event host left the popular radio station sometime in February. Reasons for his exit are yet to be known but insiders however speculate he…

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The British supermodel hinted she doesn’t think that the reality TV star earned the right to appear on the front page of the American fashion bible’s April issue. . When asked about the controversial cover, the 43-year-old star started laughing and old Australia’s ‘The Morning Show’ on Tuesday March 25, 2014: ‘I do not want to comment. Because I’m a fashion model and I’ve been working for 28 years and when you get a Vogue cover it’s a build in your career, it’s a stepping-stone to achieve that. . And you know I’m a fashion model so what more can…

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The 21-year-old daughter of late singer Whitney Houstonclaims to have inherited her mother’s voice and teased fans she is preparing to put it to use. . Bobbi Kristina wrote on Twitter: ‘Think about it.. She had 1babygirl, lungs and a GORGEOUS unforgettable voice .. Who do you think ONLY has HER vocal chords.. ? (sic)’ . Bobbi – who’s father is ‘My Prerogative‘ singer Bobby Brown– retweeted fans who gave her praise, and warned those who questioned whether she would be able to. live up to her mother’s high standards that she fully intends to. . When user TayAmazin wrote:‘@REALbkBrown…

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Sunmark Ltd, a Indian-owned company based in Europe & UK has hired Nigerian actress Chika Ike to promote their products in Nigeria. . According to Nollywood insiders, Chika Ike has signed a whopping 25 million naira endorsement deal as the new face ofBullet Energy Drink in Nigeria. . The actress recently travelled to London to sign the endorsement deal and do some photo shoot for her second campaign.

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Mrs Adesunmo Adeoye nee Ajaba, the wife of Pastor David Adeoye of Royalty Christian Centre has shared a powerful story of how God turned her life around. . She was the former girlfriend of 2face Idibia but the Lord has blessed her with a loving husband who loves her with all his heart. . She has released a DVD of the conference she organized for women few weeks ago. . Read her story below: . “Yesterday I sold my very first copy of inspiring change DVD, this morning different people ordered online for copies to bless their loved ones. Then…

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Multimillionaire hotelier, Vikham Chatwal has dragged his former supermodel fiancee, Esther Canadas before a Manhattan high court, urging the court to compel her to return the $300,000 8-karat emerald and diamond engagement ring he gave her since they have called off their engagement. . Ethiopia-born Chatwal who is the son of Hampshire Hotels & Resorts founder Sant Singh Chatwal and one of the world’s most eligible bachelors, believed his dreams had come true when he got engaged to 37 year old Esther, a celebrated model in the 90s, who is a 2-time divorcee, in September last year. . However their…

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Oscar nominated actor and BAFTA winner Somali-born Barkhad Abdi was stopped by immigration on returning to the US last month after he traveled to London to accept his BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor for his first movie role in Captain Philips. . The former limo driver was stopped by US customs officials because of his lengthy criminal record which includes drug possession, card fraud and giving police fake name. He was jailed twice for the offences back in 2012. . Star Tribunereports thatBarkhad nowfaces a hearing with Customs and Border protection this week that carries the possibility of deportation.However,…

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Rihanna has rejoined her rumoured new boo on tour about a week after she left to go to New York to attend to some personal business (MTO claimed Drake sent Rihanna packing). The singer landed in London yesterday morning and turned up at Drake’s sold-out show at the 02 Arena last night…

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