Author: Femi Adeniyi

An Elder Statesman, Alhaji Ismaila Isa Funtua, has distanced himself from rumours making the round that he was interested in becoming the next Chief of Staff, CoS, to President Muhammadu Buhari. Isa, who is a Second Republic Minister, said he was not interested in the post and advised those peddling the news to look elsewhere. When asked for his reaction to reports tipping him for the CoS post, the former President of the Newspaper Proprietors Association of Nigeria, NPAN, laughed it off, saying: ”I am an employer of labour and, therefore, unemployable. Isa Funtua Distances Self From Eyeing Chief Of…

As part of measures to prevent the spread of Coronavirus pandemic into the state, Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri has approved the imposition of a dusk-to-dawn curfew on the state.  The curfew was announced by the state Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information and Orientation, Mr Freston Akpor. He said the curfew would last for five days with effect from Sunday, April 19, 2020. According to him, there would be a restriction of movements between 7 pm to 6 am for five days. Governor Diri Imposes 5 Days Curfew On Bayelsa He disclosed that the curfew is part…

Lyrics Of Duduke, a song recently released by famous Nigerian Singer and actress, Simisola Ogunleye, popularly known as Simi who would clock thirty-two years on Sunday, April 19th. Simi who started her career as a gospel singer, releasing her debut studio album in 2008, titled Ogaju gained prominence in 2014 after releasing “Tiff”, a song nominated for Best Alternative Song at The Headies 2015. She recently released a song titled Duduke, check out the lyrics below to confirm if she still has top-notched lyrical composition. Lyrics Of Duduke LYRICS [Verse 1] First let me say to you, I can not…

The recently sacked Kano Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Muazu Magaji, has reacted to his sack as he pledged loyalty to serve the Kano state government despite his removal. Reacting, Magaji on his Facebook page expressed gratitude to Ganduje for the opportunity to serve for a short time. His post read: “HE Umar Ganduje has relieved me of my appointment as Commissioner in Kano State Government! I remain grateful and appreciative. “Masha Allah and I am very grateful to him for the opportunity to serve him and Kano people. “I remain every inch a loyalist to Ganduje as my Governor…

A source within APC Unity Forum Leak Vital Secrets as the 2020 gubernatorial election in Ondo State draws closer. The source that pleaded anonymity revealed that a governorship aspirant has the plot to rule the state through an Administrator, known as ‘Ajele’ in Yoruba. The source said, the politician has struck a deal with Imo State governor, Hope Uzodinma in a desperate bid to become a governor at all cost. The anonymous source also revealed that the governorship aspirant whose wife is a sister to the Governor of Imo State, has already clinched an agreement with Governor Uzodinma. APC Unity…

Former Big Brother Naija Housemates Alex Unusual said most Nigerian men are not romantic and know nothing about taking woman over to the moon. The Reality TV star made this known in a post on her Instastory. She described Nigerian men as ‘children of the devil’ who only understand inviting women to come over to their houses. “Most Nigerian men know zero about these things. Relationships be following routines. Boring to stupor. Flowers, racing in the rain, surprise trips, star gazing, moving nights, etc. Ex BBNaija Housemate Alex Tongue Lashes Nigerian Men They throw these things outta the window. All…

Senator Ali Ndume has accused the Federal government’s relief committee on Coronavirus, COVID-19 of fraudulent dealings. The committee is headed by the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Umar Sadiya Farouk. While addressing journalists during a press conference in Maiduguri, Ndume stated that the committee lacks the credibility to manage the vast resources at its disposal. He added that the distribution of the relief materials was marred with Fraud. Ali Ndume Accuses Committee Of Fraud “I am not trying to make allegations against the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development; what I’m saying are facts.” “If they will continue…

Nigeria’s First Lady, Aisha Buhari has joined the league of notable personalities who commiserated with the family of Abba Kyari, the late Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari. The wife of the President in a post on his official Twitter handle penned a condolence message to the Kyari family. She said “From God Almighty we came and to Him we shall return) I condole with Mrs Kulu Abba Kyari and the entire family of Late Malam Abba Kyari over the death of their husband and father. Aisha Buhari Mourns Kyari Aisha further seeks Allah’s forgiveness for the late Chief…

The demise of Abba Kyari, the Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari has continued to attract Tributes from many notable Nigerians and big wigs around the world. Following the announcement of his death by the Special Assistant to President Buhari on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, notable personalities have different things to say about the deceased. Former President, Goodluck Jonathan took to his Twitter page to sympathise with President Buhari over the death of Kyari. He said “I condole with H.E @MBuhari, the Kyari family & all sympathisers on the demise of Mallam Abba Kyari who until his death…

Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham has distanced herself from news making the rounds that she was named to replace another actress, Funke Akindele as the ambassador for the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC. In a post on her official Twitter handle, the mother of one noted that her attention had been drawn to the news about the NCDC ambassador deal involving Funke, whom she described as a senior colleague. The tweet reads “It has just been brought to my attention that blogs are reporting that I am now NCDC ambassador. Implying that I have been used to replace a senior…

Governors of Central Banks under the watch of the International Monetary Fund, IMF have been asked to keep receipts of all spending on COVID-19 bailouts and support funds from other stakeholders. IMF Managing Director, Kristalina Georgieva, described COVID-19 era is an exceptional time that requires outstanding actions. According to the Director, the governors of the central banks must be transparent with the funds they secured and accountable in their spending. Georgieva made this known at the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors meeting at the on-going virtual Spring Meetings of the IMF/World Bank in Washington. IMF Asks Central Bank…

The West African Examination Council, WAEC has advised candidates who registered for the 2020 Examination to embrace online tutorials in their interest. It said it had made several online resources available for candidates and pupils sitting for its terminal examination, adding that it was working on making online tutorials available for them. The Head, WAEC Public Affairs, Mr Damian Ojijeogu, said there might not be time for candidates to begin preparations when the council bring out its new timetable after the pandemic. He said, “The turn-out of the use of our online resources by candidates has been encouraging. WAEC Advice…

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has reiterated its commitment to help in combating the Coronavirus, COVID-19 pandemic. On the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s website, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mark Suzman described the coronavirus pandemic as a unique situation. He said, “This is a unique situation; we are in a unique position to help,” Gates Donates Extra $150 Million To Fight COVID-19 Suzman explained further “Even in an emergency like this, the starting point for how to use our resources is where it’s always been, our fundamental belief is that all lives have equal value. “And since we…

The Oyo State governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has opined that the state government would launch an emergency fund to address disasters and emergencies in the state. He said this on Thursday when he visited the scene of the Ibadan fire incident that razed some shops in Dugbe market, on Wednesday. The governor, who described the incident as unfortunate, maintained that the State would find means, despite the challenges occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic, to give palliatives to those that were affected by the inferno. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr Taiwo Adisa, indicated that Makinde…

Nigerian singer, Adewale Mayowa, popularly known as Mayorkun received so many accolades when he released his recent song which he titled Geng as the song top among many Music charts. The self-acclaimed Mayor of Lagos later released another song titled Of Lagos, but it seems the song is so shallow to stand the chance of getting so much attention like his other hit songs like Eleko, Mama and the recent one, Geng. Check out the Lyrics to decide if the song was well composed to be rated as one of the best songs in the country. Of Lagos LYRICS Ah Ge ge (of Lagos) Fresh…

As many Nigerians look forward to receiving palliative from the government, Nigerian singer, Douglas Jack Agu, popularly known as Runtown said he had gotten a stimulus payment from the United States of America. Runtown who disclosed this on his Twitter handle also revealed that despite his two-year ban from America, he is still recognized by the government as one of their own. “Got Stimulus Payment from the US lol , will share to my friends here. Plot Twist: Been banned from the US for two years now.” Runtown Gets Palliative From US Government The singer also promised to share what…

Nigerian Singer and rapper, Olubankole Wellington, popularly known as Banky W has expressed commitment to feed vulenerable people in Lekki, Oniru and Maruwa community. The famous Singer who disclosed that he embarked on feeding 650 people in the community thanked those who supported the initiative as the lockdown order continues. He disclosed this in a post on his Twitter handle, where he posted photos and described the journey of feeding the vulnerable as a great one. Banky W To Feed Vulnerable People The tweet reads “Today was a great day… we fed 650 of the less fortunate people in our…

The Nigerian Governors Forum has appealed to President Muhammadu Buhari for interventions as the COVID-19 pandemic takes a toll on the nation’s economy. The governors said their states were going through tough times, appealing to the president to take decisive decisions to ameliorate the sufferings of the citizenry. The chairman of the forum and governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, made this known during his first teleconference meeting with Buhari. Fayemi, according to a statement by the spokesman of the NGF, Abdulrazaque Bello-Barkindo, appealed to Buhari to grant the states debt relief in place of the drop in the federal…

Imo State government has approved the request to recover the sum of N19.63billion allegedly collected by Ex-Governor, Emeka Ihedioha from the Local Government Joint Accounts Allocation Committee JAAC. The state Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Declan Emelumba disclosed this while briefing journalists at the Imo State government house. Emelumba said the misappropriated fund was discovered during a routine audit of the Accounts and Records of JAAC with the Bureau for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs by the LGA Auditor General for the 2019 fiscal year. According to the Commissioner, the approval was in line with the new Imo agenda to…

Yet to be confirmed reports have linked King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1 to committing adultery with Alaafin youngest Olori, Badirat Ajoke. Reports making round the social media indicates that the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III on Wednesday allegedly sent Badirat packing from the palace over allegations of adultery.  Meanwhile, reports claim that Olori Ajoke was sent packing after allegations were made by a blogger, Esther Aboderin aka Esabod, that a wife of the Alaafin of Oyo was having an illicit affair with KWAM 1. Alaafin Youngest Olori Check out what some Nigerians are saying…

The Cross River state governor, Prof. Ben Ayade has unveiled plan to give 8, 000 youths automatic employment starting from Tuesday next week. According to the governor, the people to be employed are youths between the ages of 18 to 35 years. Ayade made the declaration in Calabar while distributing stimulus package to vulnerable as well as citizens who cannot fend for themselves due to age or disability across the 18 LGAs of the state. His words:” Distributing food is not the real palliative; the real palliative is in giving people jobs. Palliative, which is temporal is for poor and vulnerable…