Peoples Democratic Party in Rivers state has expressed sympathy with the 13 thousand teachers that have not been paid their salaries months after they were employed by the state government. . Chairman of the party, Mr Felix Obuah who spoke through his media aide, Mr Jerry Needam said the party was really disturbed by the plights of the teachers. . ”PDP, Rivers State Chapter, again expresses serious concern on the plights of the newly recruited teachers, whose salaries are being owed by the Rivers State Government after several months of their engagement. . “The party wonders why up till this…
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Outgoing Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Elder Godsday Orubebe, has dismissed media reports that he was sacked by President Goodluck Jonathan, saying that he resigned voluntarily to enable him participate in politics of Delta State ahead of 2015 general elections. . Elder Orubebe who made the clarification during the formal handing over ceremony of the affairs of the ministry to the Minister of State for Niger Delta Affairs, Arch. Darius Ishaku in Abuja, said he willingly resigned his ministerial portfolio to go home and play politics. . According to him, “for the avoidance of doubt, I was not dropped, and…
Governor Obi once again called on international organizations to come to the aid of Anambra State on tackling the menace of erosion in the State. He made this call yesterday at the Sacamori site , Onitsha, while conducting the House of Representatives Committee on Erosion led by the Chairman, Hon. Uche Ekwunife around some erosion sites in the State. . Gov. Obi who said that Anambra State had over 1000 active erosion sites, some of which the State had worked or was working on, revealed that work would commence on 12 other sites in few days time. He said the…
Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Attahiru Jega yesterday in Abuja called for greater support to the nation’s media industry in order to strengthen professionalism and promote ethical conduct among practitioners. . Jega made the call when he received a delegation of the European Union led by its Ambassador to Nigeria Mr. Michel Arrion when they paid him a courtesy visit in his office. . He further stated that INEC was ready to increase its interaction with the media in order to enhance exchange of information, develop competence and professionalism, adding that EU’s support would be welcome in…
Special Adviser to the President on Political Affairs Alhaji Ahmed Ali Gulak has dismissed as wild and frivolous, allegations by the All Progressive Congress (APC), that the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) offered money to five federal lawmakers to make them dump the opposition Party. . In a chat, Gulak said: “There is no grain of truth in the allegations that PDP offered money to five lawmakers who discovered early enough that they were entering into a ship that is headed for the rocks and decided to pull back from shipwreck.” . “The five lawmakers chose to stay with a…
Governor Ibrahim Shehu Shema of Katsina State is a lawyer, Administrator, a former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP and a member of PDP National Executive Committee, NEC. . In this interview with select Journalists, Shema bared his mind on his developmental agenda in his state, completion of projects started by his predecessor, late President Umaru YarAdua, 2015 Presidential bid of President Goodluck Jonathan, crisis in PDP, in Rivers State, the way forward, and other salient issues. there. Excerpts: . Before you became the governor of Katsina State, you were the Deputy National Chairman of PDP, what…
Since the beginning of 2014, criminals have been on the onslaught in Cross River State especially in Calabar, the state capital, attacking and dispossessing residents of money and valuables. . Reports of nocturnal visits by criminals particularly in Calabar South neighbourhoods have become a recurring decimal. As a result of this ugly development, many residents have been forced to form vigilante groups to take over the security of their streets and neighbourhood. . And as expected, when security is in the hands of people who are not trained in security issues, extra- judicial killings and jungle justice becomes the order…
Nigerian troops have taken over major streets in the commercial city of Kano Saturday ahead of the visit of President Goodluck Jonathan. . Combat ready anti-riot policemen and men from Department of State Security Services were also seen in their large numbers to ensure a hitch free visit. . The visit of Mr. President to the ancient city coincides with the annual Maulud celebration by the Quadriyya sect that involves large procession of faithful. . Details shortly
Beyonce has a 4-year-old half brother who she has never met. She doesn’t even acknowledge him. Beyonce’s dad had a baby with another woman, Alexsandra Wright, while still married to Beyonce’s mum so there’s a lot of bad blood there. Apart from dropping him as her manager, Beyonce also put him off her payroll. . Alexandra tells TMZ that Mathew Knowles owes her$32k in back child support and because he’s not giving her any money, she’s destitute and has to use food stamps to survive. She and her son Nixon make ends meet with $300 from her state issued EBT…
The Yoruba actress and single mum was recently pictured with her two children jogging in her neighbourhood -and it looked like they were having fun!
South African double amputee athlete Oscar Pistorius who shot his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp dead at his home in Pretoria South Africa in the early hours of Feb. 14th 2013, has released a statement on the one year remembrance of the model’s tragic death. . The statement in part reads “No words can adequately capture my feelings about the devastating accident that has caused such heartache for everyone who truly loved and continues to love Reeva. The pain and sadness, especially for Reeva’s parents, family and friends consumes me with sorrow. The loss of Reeva and the complete trauma of that…
Kelly Rowland has arrived Nigeria for Darey’s much hyped ‘Love Like a Movie’ music concert. . The US Pop star arrived at Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos on February 13, 2014 at about 6:30PM with an entourage consisting of three people. . It is not clear if her manager-boyfriend Tim Witherspoon travelled along with her. . Kelly Rowland is the top international act who will be performing at the second edition of Soul singer Darey’s ‘Love Like a Movie’ concert which holds on February 15, 2013 atm Eko Hotel and Suites, Ocean view Grounds in Lagos. . Other artistes to…
After months of preparation and planning, Don Jazzy has unveiled a new artiste who will join Dr. SID, Tiwa Savage and D’Prince to fly the Mavin Records flag. . The Nigerian-Sierra Leonean beauty Di’Ja (Real name: Hadiza Blell) is an upcoming singer formerly based in Canada. Her mother is from Northern Nigeria while her father is from Sierra Leone. . In 2009, she released her first single ‘Rock steady’ which was nominated for the Best Urban/R&B Single at the 2009 Canadian Radio Music Awards. . Di’Ja’s music can be described as Pop & Reggae-infused R&B. She also has a double…
Sean Tizzle turned out the seventh Nigerian artiste to be awarded with the ‘Next Rated’ title at The Headies 2013. . By winning the coveted prize, he walked away with a Hyundai ix35 worth N6.5m. . The brand new car was presented to him on February 13, 2014 by organizers of the awards Smooth Promotions at their head office in Ikeja, Lagos. . ‘I’m glad to have a new car, it’s still feels great and it’s humbling too‘, Sean Tizzle says. . Sean Tizzle joins the likes of Asa, Overdose, Wande Coal, Skuki, Wizkid and Davido who have in the…
Popular Nollywood Yoruba star Odunlade has completed the construction of a multi million naira ultra modern hotel in the Abeokuta, the capital city of Ogun state. . The Ogun-born actor, a former goodwill ambassador for Ogun state is one of the richest actors in Nollywood Yoruba film industry. . No one could ascertain the financial capability of the former Glo ambassador until recently. . The hotel building construction took about 14 months to complete. . Against the insinuation that Yoruba actors don’t earn much, the frequently-asked question by many is: What is Adekola worth? . To distract people from his…
Nollywood/Gollywood’s first couple, Nadia Buari and Jim Iyke are still going strong. . The lovers have embarked on a pre valentine’s day road trip to celebrate their love. . Jim Iyke is strongly determined to make this relationship work. . I sense a proposal around the corner.
The eccentric singer passed away exactly one year today. . She died on valentine’s day 2013 in Lagos state Nigeria after returning from an award program in the US at age 31. . Rest on Goldie.
Popular Fuji musician Adewale Ayuba who has been scandal free for a while now speaks happily about his wife of many years. . Hear what the Fuji legend said about his Onitsha-born wife, Azukaego Kwentoh in a recent interview: “I can never be ashamed to talk about my woman. After God, she is next. I cherish my home a lot. If you don’t have a settled home, you can’t have a successful career. More so, I believe in one man, one wife.” . Ayuba and his wife are blessed with three beautiful children.
Soul singer Timi Dakolo has given his beautiful wife, Busola a WOW gift for valentine’s day. . The popular musician took to his Instagram profile @timidakolo few hours ago to tell fans of the beautiful gift he presented to his wife today. . Busola Dakolo delivered the couple’s second child on Christmas day. . What a perfect surprise. . Congrats to her.
Newly married Tiwa Savage has signed another multi-million naira endorsement deal months after being made a brand ambassador for MTN. . The songstress has signed a new ambassadorial deal with forte oil, a popular oil marketer in Nigeria. . She made this known via her instagram page today. . Tiwa said: Oil Money…. New brand ambassador for FORTE Oil . Forte Oil is a major marketer of refined petroleum products with a strong presence in the 36 states of Nigeria and Abuja. . Congrats to her.