Vice President Kashim Shettima has hailed Goodluck Jonathan’s 2015 concession of defeat to late Muhammadu Buhari. He recently described the moment as a decision that saved Nigeria from plunging into crisis. Speaking at the 10th anniversary dinner of the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation, an event that also doubled as a celebration of his 68th birthday, Shettima, who represented President Bola Tinubu, revealed that Nigeria’s democracy has endured largely because of leaders like GEJ. According to him, individuals who consistently place national interest above personal ambition deserve more recognition, and the statesmanship Jonathan displayed after leaving office has earned him a place…
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Popular Afrobeats star D’banj has said that the entertainment industry will keep struggling without stronger collaboration among key players. He recently revealed that entertainers must work together for the Nigerian entertainment scene to progress. Speaking on Day 2 of Entertainment Week Africa (EWA), which runs from November 18 to 23 in Lagos, D’banj shared that the lack of togetherness and alliance is holding the industry back. According to him, as soon as key players decide to unite and collaborate, development can be achieved quickly. D’banj stated that he is always excited to see industry players come together to discuss the…
Popular rapper Nicki Minaj has urged fans to be more understanding and supportive of Nigerian artists. She recently revealed that fans should show more support to the singers who have come under fire for their statements and actions in recent weeks. Recall that Burna Boy, for example, sparked outrage after jokingly stating he desires “only rich fans,” while Yemi Alade faced backlash for protesting against potential American intervention in Nigeria’s insecurity issues. On top of that, several celebrities were blasted for posting content unrelated to the tragic events in Nigeria, including a deadly terrorist attack on a church in Kwara…
Popular music executive Don Jazzy has celebrated his Bammby dating app co-founder, Opata Efungwu, a.k.a Potrix. He recently described him as the brain behind the application’s growing success, and fans have been reacting. Celebrating Opata’s birthday on Instagram, Don Jazzy simply urged fans to pray for his business partner and wish him well. “Shout out to @potrix102 my @bammby.dating Co Founder. It’s his birthday today. Guys please help me say a prayer for him and wish him a very happy birthday. HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRO. More blessings,” he wrote. The beatmaker has repeatedly voiced confidence in the platform. In a recent…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has rejected calls by the factional Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Umar Turaki, SAN, for the US President Donald Trump’s intervention in Nigeria. He recently insisted that the nation’s democracy is not under threat, and Nigerians have been reacting. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the board members of the South-South Development Commission, led by Chairman Chibudom Nwuche, to his office, Wike said that Turaki’s statement was a threat to national security. According to him, Turaki cannot blame Tinubu’s administration for the PDP’s internal crisis, so he should stop lying…
Popular singer Davido has expressed grief over the abduction of schoolgirls in Kebbi State. He recently described the attack on a church in Kwara State as heartbreaking and unacceptable. In a post shared on social media, Davido disclosed that his heart goes out to the young girls kidnapped in Kebbi State and their families. According to him, no family deserves the type of pain the abducted girls and their loved ones are currently going through. He stated that Nigerians must stay united in the fight against insecurity, stressing that we must all keep working toward building a Nigeria where kids…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has condemned the abduction of college students in Kebbi State. The group recently urged the Federal Government to take urgent action to halt rising insecurity. In a press statement issued in Abuja, NLC President, Mr Joe Ajaero, said that the incident was shocking, especially given that it happened in a state popular for its proactive security measures. According to him, the attack showed that Nigeria must rethink its current security strategy to prevent further breakdown of safety across communities. “The abduction of students in Kebbi is a painful reminder that insecurity is far from over.…
Real Madrid legend Cristiano Ronaldo has expressed gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump following a visit to the White House. Recall that Ronaldo was recently received alongside his fiancée, Georgina Rodriguez. On Tuesday night, Trump hosted the glamorous event to welcome the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman, to Washington, DC. Ronaldo, who plays in the Saudi Pro League, was part of the delegation, and he was joined by his fiancée, Georgina Rodriguez. Read Also: Burna Boy’s Reaction To Sleeping Fan Was Not Cool – Eminem Reacting after the meeting, Ronaldo jumped on Instagram to share some photos,…
The United Igbo Elders Council (UNIEC) worldwide has urged the Federal Government of Nigeria to release Mazi Nnamdi Kanu unconditionally in line with international and Nigerian Court rulings. The group recently revealed that any further prosecution or detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu under an unconstitutional law is illegal and morally indefensible. In a press statement released and signed by its Chairman, National Advisory Committee, Major General Collins R. U Ihekire, retired, UNIEC declared that the immediate and unconditional release of Kanu will be both a constitutional duty and a moral decision. According to Collins R. U, Nnamdi Kanu’s freedom is…
Nollywood actor Ibrahim Yekini, popularly known as Itele, has debunked reports that he is sick. Recall that a viral Facebook video recently showed him on a hospital bed, appearing critically ill. Reacting to the panic among fans who fear he is battling a serious health condition, Yekini confirmed that he is hale and hearty. According to him, his well-wishers and loved ones should ignore the false rumour because the people behind it do not have good plans for him. He stated that the clip captured a sickness he battled many years ago, and he is perfectly fine at the moment.…
