July 31, 2015
I once was a danfo driver- Fayose
Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has appealed to members of the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria against allowing themselves to be used by kidnappers to perpetrate evil.
Speaking on Thursday during the swearing-in of the new State Executive of the union in Ado Ekiti, the governor, who said he was once a ‘danfo driver’ appealed to the drivers to be orderly and not to be desperate.
Surgery: Emmanuel Adebayo Saved Ivorian Woman
Tottenham Hotspur and the Togo National player, Emmanuel Adebayor, through his SEA Foundation, have been able to help an Ivorian woman who is down with a strange ailment get a successful surgery.
The player stated that he was very happy to have spent some of his earnings in ensuring that the woman was able to get her normal life back.
KC To Feature Akon In His Love Boat
KC the Limpopo master has concluded plans to feature multiple award wining star, Akon, in his new song, Love boat.
The excited Nigerian musician shared the news to his fans via his Instagram page and his fans are already looking forward to the outcome of the collaboration.
July 30, 2015
95 generals moved in fresh Army shake-up
The Chief of Army Staff, Major-General Tukur Buratai has carried out a massive shake-up in the hierarchy of the Nigerian Army that affected 95 generals. This came as President Muhammadu Buhari declared that Nigeria has taken the International Court of Justice ruling on Bakassi Peninsula in good faith.
The shake-up in the army also included the appointment of new General Officers Commanding the Divisions of the Nigerian Army as well as new Principal Staff Officers to run the affairs of Army headquarters.
Fans Come For Amber Rose For Teaching Her Son The Wrong Grammar
Apparently, Amber Rose has been teaching her 2-year-old son Sebastian some English vocabulary.
Thanks to mommy, Her son’s vocabulary now includes the word “Conversate” – which apparently has no meaning...........
Timaya’s Alleged Rape Crisis: Sheila B Exposed by Fellow Woman
Will the crisis trailing Nigerian singer, Timaya, ever stop? Recently, the lady accusing the singer of rape, Sheila B and a fellow American base lady, Miss Lawlyn, have been trading war of words on each other about the true state of each other’s career.
July 29, 2015
United States disappointed with Buhari’s visit
The concealed fragments of President Muhammad Buhari’s exorbitant visit to the United State are beginning to emerge, and stakes are not looking too good. Sources reveal that the White House is completely disappointed about a total lack of preparedness by the Nigerian contingent to discuss vital issues about both countries. The Obama administration also decried a poor presentation of policy needs and updates made by the Nigerian leader. “May be we are not reading from the same script, but the overall message by Barack is that they should go get themselves together, then get back with us,” a White House insider said.
Okorocha reads riot act, to sack Imo striking workers
Imo State Governor, Chief Rochas Okorocha, has ordered the striking civil servants to resume work immediately or risk being summarily sacked.
The Governor read the rio act while addressing some youths, who paid him a solidarity visit at the Government House, Owerri.
While accusing the workers of reneging on the recent agreement it freely entered with the state government, Governor Okorocha also described the current strike as “illegal and would not be tolerated next time”.
The love I have for Arsenal will never change-Chelsea’s Cesc Fàbregas
Cesc Fàbregas is steeling himself for a hostile reaction from Arsenal fans when Chelsea take on his former club in the Community Shield on Sunday.
The Spaniard was afforded a mixed reception on his first return to north London last April following his £27m transfer from Barcelona to José Mourinho’s side during the previous summer. Yet, as the 28-year-old gears himself up for more of the same, he believes nothing can detract from his time playing for Arsène Wenger, who helped establish the midfielder as one of the finest in Europe beforehe moved to the Camp Nou in August 2011.
Los Angeles bans gun magazines larger than 10 rounds
Los Angeles city council has voted unanimously to ban the possession of large-capacity gun magazines, following San Francisco to become the second major city in California to take that step.
The law prohibits Los Angeles residents from possessing a handgun or rifle magazine that fits more than 10 rounds.
When the new law takes effect, residents will have 60 days to remove, sell or transfer such magazines from city limits in compliance with state law, or surrender them to the Los Angeles police department.
Mourinho launches stinging attack on Benitez
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has unleashed a stunning attack on Real Madrid counterpart Rafael Benitez, claiming he "destroyed" his Inter team and even poking fun at his weight.
Benitez's wife, Montserrat Seara, caused a stir when she claimed her husband is always tidying up after Mourinho, having coached Inter, Chelsea and now Madrid after the Portuguese.
Ooni of Ife, Oba Okunade Sijuwade Olubuse II Dies at 85
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Okunade Sijuwade, yesterday died at the age of 85 in a London hospital after a brief illness.
Although there was no official confirmation from the traditional ruler’s palace yesterday, THISDAY gathered that the news on the death of the Oba, whose official title was His Imperial Majesty, Oba Okunade Sijuwade Olubuse II, was communicated to the Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola yesterday.
Yemi Alade hit the club with a hot top(photos)
Nigerian Singer Yemi Alade hit the club of recent in a bra less top that got people screaming.
Singer Yemi Alade who bagged the award of the Best Female Act in Africa at the recently concluded 2015 MAMA awards decided to take unwind a little bit by hitting the club.
She wore a bra less top and a very skimpy skirt that got the young men going gaga.
See more photos:
July 27, 2015
Obama Arrives in Ethiopia – PHOTOS
After a highly-celebrated visit to Kenya, US President Barack Obama is now visiting Ethiopia. He touched down at Addis Ababa’s international airport in Ethiopia on Monday night, and he was greeted on the tarmac by Ethiopian Prime MinisterHailemariam Desaleg, a group of young children, and other dignitaries, Al Jazeera reports.
According to the report:
Snoop Dogg arrested in Sweden
Snoop was arrested in Sweden and he thinks his offense was DWB .. Driving While Black. Snoop says he was snatched out of his car Saturday and it was a clear case of racial profiling.
Timaya Denies Rape Allegations, Explains His Side of The Story
Recall Timaya was called out by a mysterious Lady who is based in the US for allegedly raping her.
The lady apparently opened a new instagram account ‘exposingtherealtimaya’ dedicating the account to share her rape allegations on the Nigerian singer.
According to her, Timaya raped her, begged for forgiveness and also threatened her.
Stella Dimoko Reached Out to Timaya and this is what he had to say:
Whitney Houston's Daughter Bobbi Kristina Dead at 22
Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown's daughter Bobbi Kristina has died at the age of 22.
She passed away outside Atlanta in the hospice care facility where she's been since June 24 ... when her family decided to take her off all meds. As we first reported, a specialist had told them there was no chance of recovery.
PDP Behind Petition That Nailed Saraki's Wife At The EFCC
The Peoples Democratic Party has debunked claims that the ruling All Progressives Congress and one of its national leaders, Bola Tinubu, were behind the ongoing investigation of the wife of the President of the Senate, Toyin Saraki, for corruption.
PREMIUM TIMES had on Wednesday exclusively reported the invitation, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, of Mrs. Saraki, who was the first lady of Kwara between 2003 and 2011, in relation to alleged questionable inflow of funds into companies in which she has interest.
'Man Utd need a superstar... but it won't be Ronaldo' - Van Gaal
Louis van Gaal says Manchester United need to sign a world-class "creative" player, but insists that Cristiano Ronaldo will not join the club this summer.
United have been heavily linked with a move for the Real Madrid superstar in recent weeks, with Van Gaal hinting at a “surprise signing” in attack.
United have embarked on a major summer recruitment drive, acquiring Morgan Schneiderlin, Bastian Schweinsteiger, Matteo Darmian and Memphis Depay, but Van Gaal is keen to add creativity to his squad.
How Walking in Nature Changes the Brain
A walk in the park may soothe the mind and, in the process, change the workings of our brains in ways that improve our mental health, according to an interesting new study of the physical effects on the brain of visiting nature.
Most of us today live in cities and spend far less time outside in green, natural spaces than people did several generations ago.
Emeka Ike Points At Ibinabo Fiberesima As Cause Of His Marital Crisis
Again, former Leader of Actors Guild, Ibinabo fiberisima and Emeka Ike are at each others throat again.
This time its over the fresh divorce mess that Actor, Emeka Ike seems to be wallowing in. The actor repeatedly insisted in an interview that rumours and unpalatable tales currently trailing his marriage and place of habitat are ‘distractions’ from Fiberesima, who is currently in the United Kingdom on vacation.
July 25, 2015
Why petrol stations now sell at different prices ---NUPENG
The National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), on Friday, said the disparity in pump price of premium motor spirit (PMS) was due to the loading of the product at different tank farms.
Mr Tokunbo Korodo, the South-West Chairman of the union, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos that there were some intermediaries who were adding their own charges to the official price.
Awards Does not Justifies An Artiste…Don Jazzy
Wave making producer, Don Jazzy, has called on artistes and other professionals not to depend on awards before they put in their best in whatever they are doing.
The producer made this hint while responding to a question on social media about some of his songs which he lets out to others.
Buhari's Plans for NNPC
The Nigerian president, Muhammadu Buhari, has finally revealed what he will do to the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), the national oil company considered to be an underground pit of corruption.
In an interview granted by the president in Washington DC during his 2-day visit to the US, Buhari made it known that his administration plans to split the NNPC into two in a bid to reform the oil sector. He said rather than breaking.......
July 24, 2015
Policemen Kill Engineer At Checkpoint. (Photo)
Some policemen have allegedly shot dead an engineer, Chinedu Uzor, during an altercation at a checkpoint in Sperando Junction, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State.
PUNCH Metro learnt that the leader of the police team, Inspector Agbo Onwe, had been arrested and detained at the command headquarters, Abakaliki.
Don't be selective in probing corrupt politicians, PDP tells Buhari
The Peoples Democratic Party supported the planned move by the All Progressives Congress to prosecute corrupt officials.
It should be noted that during his four-day visit to the United States President Muhammadu Buhari several times reiterated his commitment to probe the officials involved in public funds embezzlement. Presidential spokesman Femi Adesina added that only the government of the immediate past president would be tried.
Moses and Solanke given Chelsea squad numbers
The Nigerian forward will wear the Blues' No.20 jersey last worn by former Portugal international Deco, while his compatriot retains his No.35 shirt
Returning Chelsea forward Victor Moses and Dominic Solanke have been assigned their squad numbers.
Basketmouth Apologises to D’banj and Davido
Popular Nigerian comedian, Basketmouth, who recently had his annual show ‘Basketmouth Uncensored’ 2015 in Houston, Texas, USA, has apologized to singer Davido and D’banj over the joke he cracked about them at his show.
The comedian was quoted as saying “The first award that they will nominate me for, that I really respected was that award (MAMA), I really love the fact that I was nominated.
July 23, 2015
Standing up for your man
Ashley Stevens was surprised to find out that the Internet didn't feel the same way she did about her boyfriend.
The day after a friend posted a photo to Reddit of the couple at a cousin's wedding, Stevens and her boyfriend Christopher Reed, both 21, woke up to thousands of nasty comments about Reed's appearance.
“I Ran From Rehab Because Their Medicines Weaken My Manhood” – Majek Fashek.
Nigerian Reggae Legend and very troubled man, Majek Fashek, has spoken up on his battle with drugs, moving to a new house in Lagos and why he prefers ‘Babalawo (Herbalist)‘ medicine to rehab.
Read excerpts from his interview with Encomium below:
Biafra casts long shadow over Nigeria, nearly 50 years on
Its name is synonomous with the declaration of independence and updates on the brutal conflict that followed, but nearly 50 years after Nigeria’s civil war, Radio Biafra is again making headlines. The modern-day version — broadcasting online apparently from London and, many suspect, retransmitted inside Nigeria – was taken off air last week after regulators called it illegal.
“Don’t Compare Me With Drake, He Doesn’t Write His Own Raps”-Meek Mill Fires
Queen of Hip-Hop, Nicki Minaj‘s boyfriend/ Foreign rapper, Meek Mill, has taken his time to reveal in a series of tweets, his anger towards people who are comparing him with Drake.
In his deep tweets, the rapper states that people should stop comparing him with Drake, who he says doesn’t write his own raps. Don’t lemme give y’all spoilers.
see tweets below:
Mom Fulfills Promise, Adopts Dying Best Friend’s 4 Daughters
When Elizabeth Diamond was diagnosed with Stage 4 brain cancer in 2014, the single mom was deeply concerned about what would happen to her four young daughters after she was gone.
But Diamond, who died in April at the age of 40, needn’t have worried. Her best friend, and a community of strangers, have stepped up to help raise her family.
TONTO DIKE DENIES PREGNANCY RUMOUR
Nollywood actress, Tonto Dike has again refuted being pregnant, adding that the picture being referred to on twitter which portray her as pregnant woman is fake. She insisted her Twitter account was hacked by only God knows who. In a chat with Encomium Weekly on Friday July 17, 2015, the fair-skinned thespian expressed shock that the tale is being bandied.
At Last, Maje Ayida Begs Toke Makinwa For Forgiveness
It is no longer news that Toke Makinwa’s husband, Maje Ayida allegedly impregnated his ex-girlfriend, Anita Solomon and that the lady has travelled abroad to have their baby.
But what might be news is the plea by Maje to his wife for forgiveness. He also urged members of the public to allow him settle the issues privately.
July 22, 2015
"My dream is to play tennis in Africa"-Roger Federer
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Tennis champion, Roger Federer, has been visiting Malawi to promote the work of his education foundation. He says he feels close to his South African mother's continent and also motivated to touch as many lives as possible in Africa, mainly focusing on children. He further stated that he will focus more on child education and raise a number of African Tennis Players.
No corrupt APC member will escape justice-Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari has said that his government will not spare any member of the All Progressives Congress as well as associates found culpable of corruption.
The President, who is currently on a four-day visit to the United States President, Barack Obama, said this during an interview with the CNN anchor, Christiane Amanpour.
“If any of my associates or party member is indicted of corruption, they cannot escape justice. There is not going to be any APC member or any close personality found guilty that would escape justice,” he said..........
50 Cent testifies his lifestyle is an illusion
Curtis Jackson, aka 50 Cent, appears in Manhattan Supreme Court on Tuesday, July 21, 2015, in New York to testify in a lawsuit about a sex tape he allegedly posted online.
After filing for bankruptcy last week, 50 Cent, whose real name is Curtis Jackson, appeared in a Manhattan Supreme Court on Tuesday morning to testify that he is not as wealthy as his flashy lifestyle makes him appear to be.
July 21, 2015
Choc City Star, Victoria Kimani At War With Kenyans
Choc City singer, Vitoria Kimani, may have stepped on the wrong toes after she shared her thoughts on how Kenyans neglect their own acts and celebrate artistes from other countries.
She had said, “We (Kenyans) are the least patriotic people on this continent as it pertains to the arts; the least supportive. Kenyans make it hard for an artist to be an artist, this includes fashion, art, music, acting, whatever.”
President Buhari's Government and handling of Corruption-Opinion
Opinions have been erupting from keen Nigerians, who's boiling for change is something else. Buhari's Government in one way or the other,is giving hope to the common man, though loopholes is still embracing the National Assembly.
As everyone surfs the net, which is one of my hobby, I came across this post, which i felt pleased or will i say opinion driven to publish to IOB readers. It is an opinion anyway. what is your take on Natal E Cotterel view on the way Buhari's government is currently battling Corruption?...........as he writes.
Dayo Amusa Celebrates Birthday With Elderly Women In Lagos (Photos)
Nollywood actress, Dayo Amusa, recently threw a party to celebrate her birthday. But when some would have expected her to mark the day with her friends and family members, she spent the day with some elderly women.
She visited a home for elderly women, Regina Mundi Women Empowerment Centre, located at Mushin, Lagos, and showered them with gift materials.
Some of her colleagues who were also at the occasion were Laide Bakare, Princess, Ronke Odusanya, Fathia Balogun, Oluwatoyin Alausa and others. more pics after the cut.........
Instagram Verifies Mikel Obi’s Account
A popular image sharing platform, Instagram has verified the account of Nigerian football star, John Obi Mikel. His account on the platform now carries the blue mark sign, which is meant to differentiate the authentic account of the Chelsea midfielder from parody accounts on Instagram.
July 20, 2015
Buhari Turns Down Diezani’s Offer To Refund $250 Million From Loot
Immediate past Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has offered to refund the sum of $250 million dollars to the Nigerian government in return for immunity from further investigation and possible prosecution, SaharaReporters has learned. However, her overture has reportedly received a cold response from President Muhammadu Buhari.
This will be the final birthday of my life-Artist
I actually saw this news this morning, and IOB readers to partake in deciphering this. could this be happening, or just an expression of art?. anyway the news goes this way.
The Young Man pictured above is a Frustrated Talented Artist who says he can’t make a decent living from his work. Judging From His instagram page, the young lad is a very talented artist, and has amazing artworks but he says he’s in a very dark place right now and he’s told his followers he’s tired of this life, he wants to take his life once the weekend is over.
Below are what he shared on instagram:
Ik Ogbonna and court wedding in Serbia
Handsome Nollywood actor cum model, IK Ogbonna, is still enjoying life as a new husband and loving father.
The bald actor signed the dotted lines with his Columbian girlfriend, Sonia Morales, few weeks ago; shortly after they had their son.
In a recent interview, the couple who often cease every opportunity on social media to express their true love revealed that although they trust each other so much, they can’t go through the phones of their partner...........
D'banj Reconciles With Donjazzy, Introduces Girlfriend At MAMA (Photos)
Just when their fans had thought that their rifts was getting hotter, D'banj amazed everyone by dedicating his MTVMAMA awards to his former record label partner, Don Jazzy.
The Kokomaster D’banj emerged winner of the Evolution Award at the MTVMAMA2015 and while giving his speech, he dedicated it Don Jazzy; an action which got a loud applause from the audience.............
Ronaldo looks set to leave Real Madrid-Marquez
Iker Casillas ' agent, Santos Marquez, believes that Cristiano Ronaldo 's decision to sell his image rights to a company owned by Valencia president Peter Lim suggests that the forward is set to leave Real Madrid .
Ronaldo is under contract until 2018 but raised eyebrows on June 29 when he announced that he had signed a deal with Mint Media.
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