Special Adviser to President Muhammadu Buhari, Femi Adesina, has debunked a statement credited to an alleged presidential aide, Gideon Samani, who reportedly claimed the President was shy around woman, which is why he has given them few slots in his cabinet. Debunking the comments, which was published by a national newspaper, Adesina said there is…
One of the stars in the Nigerian movie industry, Stephanie Okereke Linus, has been delivered of a bouncing baby boy. The former beauty queen turned actress was said to have welcomed the bundle of joy some hours ago at an undisclosed hospital. This is the first child Stephanie and her husband, Linus Idahosa are getting…
Lawmaker representing Lagos West Senatorial District, Senator Solomon Adeola, fondly called Yayi, has chided Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, describing its members as an unserious disorganized bunch of individuals. Senator Adeola made this comment following the loss of the Lagos PDP at the Supreme Court in the case that was filed…
The screening of ministerial nominees sent to the Senate by President Muhammadu Buhari will continue on October 27, 2015, the upper legislative chamber of the National Assembly has said. On Thursday, October 22, 2015, the senior lawmakers questioned five of the nominees and deferred that of the former Vice Chancellor, University of Ibadan, Prof. Isaac…
Ogun State governor, Ibikunle Amosun, will lead top dignitaries to the 2015 edition of the Oronna Ilaro Festival themed ‘Festival of Achievement’ later this year. Some of the top personalities expected to grace the occasion include Aliko Dangote and both federal and state lawmakers. The weeklong festival kicks off from November 14 to 22, 2015…
Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Rivers State in the April, 2015 election, Dr Dakuku Adol Peterside, has empathized with communities in the state recently ravaged by devastating flood which rendered some residents homeless. The flood affected Joinkrama, Akinima and Ubie communities in Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State. The…
President Muhammadu Buhari is most certainly a man of the people, loved in many quarters for his credible stance on corruption. In March 2015, when he swept the votes across the nation from the then incumbent, he canvassed on the simple mantra of “Change”- a different way of doing things. The patience Nigerians exercised when…
The trial of Senate President, Bukola Saraki by the Code of Conduct Tribunal, CCT, has been adjourned till November 5 and 6, 2015. This followed a pending judgment of the Court of Appeal on the trial of the Senate President by the Tribunal. Saraki was dragged to the Tribunal over allegation of false declaration of…
The enchanting feel of rustic lifestyle is the allure that drives tourists and visitors to Anambra, a state in southeast Nigeria with a wealthy heritage, charming landscapes and grounded culture. These fun attractions revolve around Awka, the state capital, Onitsha, and Nnewi. With all the endowments, there are a plethora of things to do on…
No fewer than three people were said to have been trapped in a three-storey building that caved in on Wednesday morning in Lagos. Our reporter learnt that the unfortunate incident occurred at Odunfa Street inside Lagos Island area of the state. As at the time of filing in this report, rescue operations were on-going and…