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The Lagos State Government says it will demolish buildings obstructing government’s Right of Way (RoW) at Lekki in Eti-Osa Local Government Area. Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu disclosed this during a road assessment on Saturday in Lekki, saying that people had built structures without planning approval, thereby obstructing government’s RoW. Sanwo-Olu said that houses built on the RoW and obstructions on the alignment of the Lekki Regional Road were the major causes of flooding around Lekki axis. Lagos Govt to demolish buildings on Right of Way in Lekki (NAN) He said that the Lekki regional road was meant to be a relief access road for the Lekki-Epe express road. ” We have gone round and have seen that there are places where the alignments are still kept, and people still kept the planning approval of the state government. ”But a major place of concern is where people have completely bastardised the right of way, where people have built structures around the place, without approval.

Operatives of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Border Control at Kongolam, Katsina State, have apprehended 28 persons on the verge of being smuggled out of the country. NIS’ Public Relations Officer, Mr Sunday James, who disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, in Abuja, said 19 females and nine males were now in the custody of NIS. James said they were apprehended when they attempted to cross the Kongolam border heading to Niger Republic, in company of the human smugglers under the pretext that they were going to Agadez, in Niger Republic, to take up jobs. “ When interrogated, the victims were lost between the truth and reality of disclosures as most of them left without informing their parents of their plans and destination. “They were under the illusion that they were going to take up jobs promised them by the human smugglers, ’’ he said. Muhammad Babandede [Punch] The Comptroller General of NIS, Mr Muhammad Babandede , called on young Nigerians to avoid being lured

Garba Shehu says the idea to meet Sowore was not arranged by President Muhammadu Buhari. Garba Shehu, Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to the Muhammadu Buhari, has explained why a group of people allegedly sent to Omoyele Sowore by Buhari went to meet the detained activist to discuss his release. On Saturday, November 30, 2019, Premium Times had reported that a group of personalities including Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina; Isa Funtua; ThisDay Publisher , Nduka Ogbaibena; and Shehu went to meet Sowore at the Department of State Services headquarter to negotiate his release on behalf of President Muhammadu Buhari. The online news platform reported that the personalities were sent to Sowore to pressure him to give up his struggles in spite of court order asking the DSS to release him. President Buhari's spokesperson, Garba Shehu says the personalities that went to meet Sowore did not go on behalf of the president. (Pu

Bukola Iyabo Oshadare has been announced dead after five years of battling with breast cancer. A popular make-up artiste in Nollywood, Bukola Iyabo Oshadare has been announced dead after battling with breast cancer. The news of her death was also announced on Instagram by popular actress, Ronke Ojo-Anthony widely known as Oshodi Oke. ALSO READ : Ronke Oshodi Oke visits bedridden Iyabo Oshadare Oshadare was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014 with efforts being made to source money for her through well-meaning Nigerians. According to several reports, Oshadare passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2019, after efforts to keep her alive. In 2014, popular Yoruba actress, Ronke Ojo aka Oshodi Oke visited Iyabo Oshadare on her hospital bed to show support and love. Oshadare was popular in the Yoruba movie industry, where she held sway as one of the top make-up artist. Some of her works can be seen in Funke Akindele-Bello's 'Jenifa 1& 2,' 'Taiwo Taiwo,' '

Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Anambra has condemned the armed robbery attack on the team of Nnewi based FC Ifeanyi Ubah on their way to honour their Week Six fixtures against Jigawa Golden Stars on Friday. According to China Ubah, Chairman of the club, the team was attacked by armed robbers operating at Kabba Junction near Lokoja in Kogi State. The association in a statement signed by Anthony Oji and Chimezie Anaso, Chairman and Secretary respectively expressed solidarity with the team in their time of grief. “ Members of SWAN Anambra Chapter wish to express their strong solidarity with FC Ifeanyi Ubah, the flagship Football Club of Anambra state at this time of momentary shock. “Anambra SWAN regret and condemn the incident which occurred on Nov. 29 and caused gun injuries to two occupants of the vehicle conveying the team to their NPFL M D 6 Week match against Jigawa Golden Star in Kano,” he said. The SWAN chairman described the moment as mixed feeling for it as

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has condemned the continual attacks on its officers while carrying out their official duty. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olajide Oduyoye decried the Friday attack on the authority’s personnel in a statement by LASTMA’s Spokesman, Mr Olumide Filade, on Saturday in Lagos. Oduyoye mourned the murder of a LASTMA official, Ola Oyeshina, who was attacked on Friday during the course of sanitising Iganmu-Sifax axis of Apapa. The general manager, who disclosed that a large stone was thrown at the late officer, said that he was immediately rushed to Area “B” police station along with two of the people that attacked him. Oduyoye revealed that owing to the trauma experienced, Oyeshina was immediately referred to LUTH from Randle Hospital, Surulere. “It is unfortunate that the agency lost the young promising officer to the cold hand of death in the early hours of Saturday, 30th November, 2019 ,” the general manager said. He assured th

Gov. Bello Matawalle of Zamfara state has revoked all farmland titles and allocations that were made along cattle grazing reserves in the state from 1999 to date. This is contained in a statement by Mallam Yusuf Idris, the Director-General of Press Affairs to the governor and made available to newsmen in Gusau on Saturday. Idris said the governor’s action had become necessary in order to address the issues of insecurity arising from farmers/herders conflicts strongly believed to be connected with the allocations of farmlands along grazing reserves, cattle routes and forest reserves. He said Gov. Matawalle had also approved the constitution of a committee with a view to resolving the conflicts caused directly or indirectly as a result of the farmlands allocations in the state. He, however said new allocations will be made immediately after the committee concluded its assignment and submits report to the government. ALSO READ: Mompha granted N100 million bail after being arrested

President Muhammadu Buhari will on Monday perform the ground breaking ceremony for the University of Transportation, Daura and commission the Kwanar Gwante (Shargalle Road), which is off Kano-Daura Road in Katsina State. Malam Garba Shehu, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, confirmed this development in a statement in Abuja on Friday. He stated that the President had since arrived in Daura, Katsina State, after attending the 5th Summit of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea. According to him, President Buhari arrived the Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Airport at 4.20 p.m and was received by Governor Aminu Masari. He said: ”The President, who is on a five-day official visit to the state, will on Monday participate in a ground breaking ceremony for the University of Transportation, Daura and commission the Kwanar Gwante (Shargalle Road), which is off Kano-Daura Road. ALSO READ: 5 things not to say to your spouse about

Ameachi advised Nigerians to take advantage of the rides during the festive periods. Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi has announced a free train ride from Lagos to Ibadan. Announcing this on Twitter on Saturday, November 30, 2019, the minister said the take-off point will be from Iju in Lagos, adding that the free the rides will run until March, 2020. Ameachi advised Nigerians to take advantage of the rides during the festive periods. He tweeted, “Our free rides on the Lagos-Ibadan standard gauge rail line will begin today and run through March, 2020,” he tweeted. “Commuters on that route can take advantage of it and save on transportation during the festive season and beyond. Let’s ride to the #NextLevel.” Earlier, the minister had assured Nigerians that Lagos-Ibadan standard gauge rail line would be completed latest April 2020. Amaechi gave this assurance while speaking to newsmen at the end of the project inspection tour onboard the train from Iju to Ibadan. The m

The fake police officers were arrested at a polling unit in Ajaokuta. Some men in police uniforms have reportedly been arrested at PU:008, Ward: Ganaja, Ajaokuta LG, at about 11:08am. According to the nation, the men arrived at the polling centre disguising as police officers. It was later discovered that they were impersonating officers of the Nigeria police force. They have been arrested by the police. The supplementary election in Kogi West between Smart Adeyemi of the All Progressive Congress (APC) and Dino Melaye of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is being conducted after the November 16 senatorial election between the two candidates was riddled with violence. ridoola.blogspot.com.ng

The Lagos State Government has called for caution in the storage and use of gas for domestic and commercial purposes. Dr Dolapo Fasawe, the General-Manager of the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) in a statement on Friday advised residents to immediatelyb evacuate from any area, where suspected air pollution from any gaseous substances was observed. Fasawe gave the advice against the background of a gas explosion at Ajegunle in Ajeromin Ifelodun Local Government Area of the state in which two children died. While commiserating with the families of the victims, she reiterated the commitment of the government to protect the people from indiscriminate exposure to environmental hazards. Dr Dolapo Fasawe, the General-Manager of the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) (NAN) She urged the public to avoid the use of any material capable of triggering fire in an environment, such as mobile phones, lighters and matches and all other electrical applianc

Brig.-Gen. Shuaibu Ibrahim, the Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has warned corps members against unauthorised journeys and late night travels. Ibrahim gave the warning when he visited eight corp members receiving treatment at University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) following an accident in which they were involved along Benin bypass on Friday. “ The accident happened at night on their way from orientation camp in Ekiti going to Port Harcourt. “They were eight in number but three have been discharged and the others are responding to treatment. “I have always warned against late night travels. Please corps members break your journeys if it is late at night.” “I want to thank the management of University of Benin Teaching hospital (UBTH) for taking care of the corps members, ” he said. He advised corps members to travel during the day to avoid accidents, robberies or even missing persons. ALSO READ: Gunmen attack Ifeanyi Ubah FC team bus in Kogi

Lt-Gen. Jeremiah Useni, the Governorship Candidate of PDP in Plateau in the 2019 elections, on Friday instructed his lawyers to proceed to the Supreme Court to challenge the judgment of the Court of Appeal which affirmed the victory of Gov. Simon Lalong. The court delivered its judgment on Friday. Useni gave the instruction during a review meeting with his legal team shortly after the appellate gave its judgement on his appeal against the decision of the Plateau Governorship Election Tribunal. The candidate said that “certain issues contained in the judgment must be straightened in the interest of justice, democracy and the future of Nigeria’s children. “ Our cause is the right cause. We should not make the law look as if it is not important. Let the Supreme Court declare whether lying on oath is not against the law. “The judgment of the appellate court is a surprise to me and members of PDP, especially having dismissed the two cross appeals of the cross appellants as lacking in m

President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday in Malabo, said leaders of neighbouring countries would work together and provide all necessary assistance to secure the Gulf of Guinea. The President’s spokesman, Malam Garba Shehu, said in a statement that Bihari gave the assurance at a bilateral meeting with President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea, on the sideline of the 2019 Gas Summit. Buhari expressed concern over the rate of piracy, kidnapping and smuggling in the Gulf of Guinea and called for more concerted efforts to end the tide of illegality. “Our neighbourhood is very strong. Our Navy is doing a good job. We are going to give them equipment and make them more competent. We share the oil fields and so much in common. “We will secure the Gulf absolutely,” the president said. In agreement with Nguema, who hosted of the summit, Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea will provide joint patrols, the president added. He said that it would be “ more cost effective when we work

The supplementary election in Kogi West between Smart Adeyemi of APC and Dino Melaye of PDP has started. Senator Dino Melaye and Smart Adeyemi have returned to the poll for the concluding part of the senatorial election. Recall that the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) declared the Kogi West Senatorial election on Saturday, November 16, 2019, inconclusive due to violence and killings that characterized the exercise. Voting has started in Ajaokuta and according to Situation Room, there’s larger voter turnout in the area. More details later.. ridoola.blogspot.com.ng

Gov. Simon Lalong of Plateau state says he has not lost focus in the state following the unfolding political situation. Lalong made this known while speaking with State House correspondents on Friday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The elections Petitions Appeal Court sitting in Jos on Friday upheld the election of Lalong as the governor of the state. The appellate court dismissed the appeal of Jeremiah Useni and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for lack of merit. However, Useni, in a reaction, rejected the verdict of the Appeal Court saying he would proceed to the Supreme Court. Lalong, who expressed delight over the judgement, said that his opponent’s decision to proceed to the Supreme Court would not distract him. “Fighting him is like fighting a father, it’s unfortunate but for me; I say my focus is Plateau State. ”We have done that in the first election, he was defeated, he said no, they will go back for a re-run, I said let’s go back for rerun. ”We went back for rerun

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kwara State Command, has arrested one suspect over possession of 800 grams of psychotropic drugs. This was contained in a press statement signed by the Agency’s Public Affairs Officer, Abigail Adebija in Ilorin on Friday. She said the suspect was arrested on Nov. 22 in Omupo, Kwara state following information from a reliable source to the Agency. Adebija said the suspect was arrested with 800 grams of psychotropic drugs comprising of 400 grams of Tramadol 225 milligrams and 400 grams of Exol 5. She said that the arrest revealed the new mode of concealment used in trafficking drugs within the State. “ Drug dealers now hide illicit drugs inside some sealed compartments of vehicles that officers would ordinarily overlook while carrying out routine stop and search during motorized patrol “It took operatives of the Agency more than two hours to discover the compartment where the drug was hidden in the bus, ” Abigail said. The public a

The Benue Police Command on Friday said it arrested 16 suspected cults members in connection with several killings in the state. The State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Catherine Anene, told News Agency of Nigeria in Makurdi that the mode of the homicide has links with cult killings. Anene said that the arrests of the suspected cultists was over a period of three weeks, adding that the command had deployed officers in strategic areas to forestall further killings in the state. According to her, the command had also held a roundtable discussion with stakeholders concerning the sudden rise of cult activities in the state and solicited information to execute arrests of those behind it. “In the past three weeks there were killings that our investigation reviewed were cult related. “Our investigation revealed that there was a clash between cults groups and even the modus operandi of those killings communicated to us that they were cult killings. “12 cultists were arreste

Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi on Friday inaugurated the Nigeria Navy Ship Lugard and Navy Barracks in Banda. The base was established to ensure adequate security of the water ways in the Confluence state and its neighbours. Bello inaugurated the newly constructed brick model 96 Housing Units, 1.83km road and other facilities in the new Naval base. Scenes from the commissioning of the naval base in Banda- Lokoja, Kogi State The governor pledged more support for the security agencies to ensure safety of lives and property of the residents of the state. He said the Naval base was key to his administration’s commitment to security and safety of Kogi people. He thanked the Navy for their doggedness and synergy with other security agencies which he noted had improved security in the state. Perm Sec Ministry of Defence, Mrs Nuratu Batagarawa unveiling the commissioning plague of the Naval Barracks in Banda-Lokoja, Kogi State (NN) Bello congratulated the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admi

Burna Boy ’s grandfather, Benson Idonije is sure of a Grammy award win in 2020. Benson Idonije has expressed optimism at his grandson, Burna Boy’s 2020 Grammy nomination saying he’s sure he will win his category. In an interview with The Punch, Idonije says his grandson is bigger than other music acts nominated in the Best World Music category at the 2020 Grammys. ALSO READ : Here are the 5 Nigerians with Grammy nominations Burna Boy with his dad (far left) and grand parents at an event in 2018. “ I think Burna will win his category because his music is stronger (than the music of others) and his image is bigger. I think that the whole trajectory is leading to him winning the Grammy. I am very optimistic ,” he said. Burna Boy with his momager, Bose Ogulu (left), TV presenter, Ehis (second left), grand father, benson Idonije and DJ Spinall at an event. Idonije further said he still critic Burna Boy’s musical works despite the distance between them. “ I listen to his music an

No fewer than five persons were confirmed dead and 12 reported cases on Friday due to cholera at Lafenwa, Abeokuta North local council of Ogun. The Permanent Secretary in the state’s Ministry of Health, Dr Adesanya Ayinde, said at a news conference in Abeokuta that one person died in the hospital and four in the affected communities. He listed the communities to include Kuto, Kobiti, Abule-Otun, Lafenwa, all in Abeokuta. Ayinde revealed that eight cases were reported from health facilities and four picked in the communities from retrospective case search and confirmed through laboratory test. He said the State Epidemiology unit had earlier received a report of laboratory confirmed case of cholera from the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, after which it immediately swung into action. According to him, the state government is on top of the situation, adding that it has commenced thorough investigation and currently fumigating communities to prevent spread. He revealed that the gov

Aisha says you can't be in your room and tweet that the Vice President has resigned. Nigeria’s First Lady, Mrs Aisha Buhari has called for the regulation of social media through Senator Muhammad Sani Musa’s ‘Protection from internet falsehoods and manipulation and other related matters bill 2019.’ The controversial bill has generated debate since it scaled second reading on the floor of the red chamber. While speaking at the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs General Assembly and National Executive Council Meeting in Abuja on Friday, November 29, 2019, the wife of the President urged the Federal Government to regulate social media like Chinese government did to its 1.3 billion citizens. “On this issue of social media, you cannot just sit in the comfort of your house and tweet that the Vice President has resigned. It is a serious issue. If China can control over 1.3 billion people on social media, I see no reason why Nigeria cannot attempt controlling only 180 million

The President's wife laments that social media have introduced insecurity into people's lives in Nigeria. First Lady, Aisha Buhari has thrown her weight behind the ‘Protection from Internet Falsehood and Manipulation 2019’, a bill seeking to regulate Nigeria's social media space. While speaking at the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs General Assembly and National Executive Council Meeting held at the National Mosque in Abuja, the president's wife called for the regulation of social media. The Senate had re-introduced the bill sponsored by Mohammed Sani Musa, senator representing Niger East Senatorial District. [The Cable] Exemplifying her point with China, Aisha stated that with about 1.3 billion people, the Asian country had been able to regulate its social media, and she doesn't see why Nigeria with only 180 million people cannot attempt to control its social media. She said, “ On this issue of social media, you cannot just sit in the comfort of

Madueke said he advised Diezani not to focus on money but maintain the good name of the family when she accepted the ministerial appointment. Rear Admiral Alison Madueke, husband of the former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke has explained how his wife emerged as petroleum minister during Yaradua-Jonathan’s administration. Madueke, who is a former Chief of Naval Staff said the then Vice-President, Goodluck Jonathan approached him in 2007 to plead with to allow Diezani take up a job as minister in the administration, Punch reports. He added that at that time, there were very few persons of Bayelsa origin who had his wife’s impressive resumé. Goodluck Jonathan nominated Diezani Alison Madueke as Minister of Petroleum in 2007. (DW) Madueke said this in his recently published book titled, ‘Riding the Storms with God on My Side’. He said when Diezani accepted the ministerial appointment, he advised her not to focus on money but maintain the good name of the f

Senate spokesperson says different punishment had already been prescribed against corruption in the act that established ICPC and EFCC. Contrary to the call by some groups that looters of public funds in Nigeria should be sentenced to death, the Senate has said that it’s impossible for lawmakers to initiate death penalty for treasury looters. But the red chamber has expressed its readiness to support any executive or private member bill that would criminalise acts of corruption. Senator Godiya Akwashiki, the spokesperson for the Senate, stated this in an interview with Punch during the week. According to the newspaper, the senator representing Nasarawa North senatorial district said that it was impossible for the Senate President to direct any senator to produce any particular bills, including one that prescribes the death penalty for looters. He said, “ It is not possible for the Senate President to direct any senator to go and produce a particular type of bill. All of us are el

Production is more daring, bars are heavier and risks got taken. More importantly, everything worked out. It’s 12:12 am in the morning. This writer had just returned from Reminisce’s Trace Live! and a second Uber driver had just declined a card trip. An unintentional click on his laptop showed that a video got uploaded 12 minutes prior. The video is for ‘ Ronaldo ,’ the single by Falz, Ajebutter22 and BOJ. The opening was promising, but not as catchy. But like every great song, it is defined by a climactic hook - a combination of atypical BOJ madness, piano staccato and well-used bass legato. From there, it was a musical ‘UP NEPA!’ Ajebutter22, BOJ - Make E No Cause Fight [FULL STREAM] Then, it dawned on this writer that a project eagerly anticipated was finally here. It is the unlikely, yet unsurprising collaborative project, Make E No Cause Fight 2 EP by Falz, Ajebutter22 and BOJ. Oh, an Uber driver finally accepted a card trip - the journey begins. This writer mailed one

The narrative perfectly depicts the City’s hustle and grind and reinforces a message of hope. Artist : Idahams Song Title : Billion Dollar Genre : Afrobeats Album: TBA Date of release : November 29, 2019 Label: TBA Producer : TBA Video Director : TBA Details/Takeaway : Idahams recently inked a major deal with Universal Music Group Nigeria. He releases the visuals for his first release under Universal Music Group Nigeria (UMGNG). Produced by Idahams himself, the video highlights the story of two young individuals trying to make a way for themselves as they ultimately achieve success through hard work and their commitment and trust in God. The narrative perfectly depicts the City’s hustle and grind and reinforces a message of hope. The visuals could not have come at a better time, encouraging everyone to remain resilient as the year comes to an end and new year’s resolutions start to roll in. Watch the video here ; Idahams - Billion Dollar ridoola.blogspot.com

'Make E Nor Cause Fight' was a critically-acclaimed EP released by BOJ and Ajebutter22 in 2017. Artist : Falz, Ajebutter22 and BOJ Album Title : Make E No Cause Fight 2 Genre : Afro-pop, Hip-Hop, Rap Date of Release : November 29, 2019 Label: Bhad Guys Producer s: Sarz (Track 1), Studio Magik (Tracks 2 and 4), Yung Willis (Track 3) Album Art: Falz, Ajebutter22 and BOJ release, 'Make E Nor Cause Fight 2 EP.' (Instagram/Ajebutter22) Length: 13 Songs, 40 minutes Features: 0 Tracklist: Falz, Ajebutter22 and BOJ release, 'Make E Nor Cause Fight 2 EP.' (Instagram/Ajebutter22) Details/Takeaway : 'Make E Nor Cause Fight' was a critically-acclaimed EP released by BOJ and Ajebutter22 in 2017. This is a follow-up that now involves Falz. The 5-track project sees contributions from artistes like Tems, Terry Apala and Spaxx. BOJ drops this first single off his next Project, ALTE BANK OF AFRICA set to drop soon. You can listen to the EP on A

The combined troops of Sector 3 Operation LAFIYA DOLE and Sector 2 Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) of Chadian forces have killed 13 terrorists on Thursday at Duguri Island in the extreme Northern Borno. The Nigerian Army Operations Media Coordinator, Col. Aminu Iliyasu, disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Abuja. Iliyasu said that the terrorist of Boko Haram and Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) mounted four Gun Trucks with the intention of overrunning the troops harbour position from the rear. He added that the troops also captured three Gun Trucks, three Anti Aircraft Guns, 12 AK 47 Rifles, three Bandoliers of Anti Aircraft Guns and 270 Rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammunition among other critical assets. According to him, four members of troops were wounded during the encounter and two of the wounded soldiers have already stabilized in a nearby military medical facility while the other two are awaiting air evacuation for further medical management. Troops

Ini Dima-Okojie faces a dilemma over the choice of a lover in ‘ Kpali ’ trailer. In the newly released trailer of ‘Kpali,’ Ini Dima-Okojie faces a dilemma over choosing between her suitors or face deportation. The new trailer is coming weeks after the film producer, Emem Ema released a less than one-minute teaser from the film. ALSO READ : Nkem Owoh, Ini Dima-Okojie feature in Emem Ema's new film, 'Kpali' ‘Kpali,’ which is scheduled for a December 20 release in cinemas also features Nkem Owoh, Gloria Anozie-Young, Linda Ejiofor Sulaiman, Uzor Arukwe, Torin Pocock, Seyilaw, Abounce, and Kunle Remi . Shall we pray...something light for the day. Courtesy @kpali_movie #kpalimovie #kpali The trailer, like the teaser, sees Nkem Owoh and Gloria Anozie-Young playing the role of Ini Dima-Okojie’s parents. The veteran actors were talking Ini into getting married and having children in a Skype call. The teaser sees Nkem Owoh and Gloria Anozie-Young playing the role of Ini

The visit is the final leg of the 'Heavy Is The Head' World Tour in 2020. In a few weeks, British superstar rapper, Stormzy will release his eagerly anticipated sophomore album, 'Heavy Is The Head.' Burna Boy is featured on the album's latest single. After the album drops, the British rapper of Ghanaian descent will commence a world tour tagged, 'Heavy Is The Head' World Tour in 2020. The tour starts in Europe - Belgium in March 2020. He will then go to Asia and New Zealand, North America, the UK and then Africa. As part of the African tour, he will visit Cape Town and Johannesburg, South Africa, Accra, Ghana and Lagos, Nigeria. HEAVY IS THE HEAD - THE WORLD TOUR 2020 #HITH Tickets on sale (ex. Dubai) 9am your LOCAL time Friday 6th December 2019. Dubai on-sale Wednesday 4th 8am local UAE time. To get early access to tickets (ex. Asia & Africa) pre-order ‘Heavy Is The Head' from my official store by 9AM UK Time 3rd Dec ridoola.blogspot.com

Arsenal have announced he sacking of their manager Unai Emery following a series of poor results for the Premier League side. Under Emery, Arsenal have failed to win in their seven games and lost 2-1 at home against Eintracht Frankfurt in the Europa League on Thursday, November 28, 2019. ridoola.blogspot.com.ng

The album is a prequel to Vector's 'T.E.S.L.I.M.' Artist : Vector Album Title : Vibes Before T.E.S.L.I.M : The Journey To Self Discovery Genre : Hip-Hop, Rap, afro-pop Date of Release : November 29, 2019 Label : GRAP Music Producer s: Sally Smoke, Spaceboy Mercury, VSix, Mr. Klebb, Kid Konnect, Masterkraft, DYC, Cubix, YinxDJInx, Vector Album Art: Vector releases 'Vibes Before TESLIM.' (Twitter/VectorThaVIPER) Length: 13 Songs, 40 minutes Features: 0 Tracklist: Vector releases 'Vibes Before TESLIM.' (Twitter/VectorThaVIPER) Details/Takeaway : The album is a prequel to Vector's third studio album, T.E.S.L.I.M. The album comes months after it was promised and months after visualizers were put on YouTube. Initially, it was said to be an EP. You can listen to the album on Apple Music HERE. ridoola.blogspot.com

December is here, and I’m sure we’re all wondering how time passed by so fast. It’s the season to be happier, relax and enjoy the company of family and friends. So, while you are relaxing, taking stock of the year and making plans for the New Year, DStv continues to find interesting ways to keep you entertained. Here are some shows to keep you happier: Award winning Actress and talk show host Nancy Isime features celebrities, music stars, laced with comedy and human-interest stories on The Nancy Isime Show a lifestyle television show that airs on Africa Magic Urban channel 153 Fridays at 7:30pm. Secondary school kids can get some extra learning on Interswitch Spak National Science Competition showing Saturday on Africa Magic Family channel 154 on 6:00pm. Enjoy some television game show with The Big Family Dream, a family quiz shows where the winner gets a three-bedroom apartment airing Sundays on Africa Magic Family channel 154 on 6:30pm. Catch some laughs with The Johnsons week

Yoruba actor, Sanyeri has showered praises on the veteran actor, Babatunde Omidina aka Baba Suwe for paving the way for comic actors in the industry. Olaniyi Afonja, who is fondly referred to as Sanyeri has praised Baba Suwe for paving the way for other Yoruba comic actors. Sanyeri, in an Instagram post, called Baba Suwe a mentor, whose works shaped his professional life into a profitable skill. “I want to use this medium to appreciate Chief Babatunde Omidina A.k.A BABASUWE...You have helped us shape our professional life into profitable skills ,” he wrote. I want to use this medium to appreciate Chief Babatunde Omidina A.k.A BABASUWE...You have helped us shape our professional life into profitable skills. You are an amazing mentor, I appreciate your contribution towards the society..Also praying for grace to have positive effects unto our growing society.. Continuing, Sanyeri wrote, “ You are an amazing mentor, I appreciate your contribution towards the society. Also praying fo

The Independent National Electoral Commission(lNEC) says it will continue to use and deploy the Smart Card Reader(SCR) in all elections. The commission disclosed this in a statement issued by its National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Mr Festus Okoye, on Thursday in Abuja. It stated that the card readers would be deployed for elections, including the rerun elections in Kogi West Senatorial District, Ajaokuta Federal Constituency and Sabuwa State Constituency elections holding on Saturday. INEC said that the clarification became necessary in the light of remarks attributed to Okoye at a programme by the Situation Room, which gave the impression that Smartcard Readers were no longer useful in the electoral process. “ To the contrary, the National Commissioner spoke in the context of attempts by some political interests to willfully by-pass the Smart Card Reader (SCR) during elections to inflate their votes. “They do this against the backdrop

President Muhammadu Buhari has lauded traditional rulers in the country for their contributions to nation-building and peaceful coexistence. Buhari made the commendation at Izhia autonomous community, Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi, during the 80th birthday and 41 anniversary of the coronation of His Royal Majesty , Israel Chibueze-Agbo, as the traditional ruler of Izhia. Chibueze-Agbo was installed as the ‘Ogaba Idu II of Izhia in 1978. The president who was represented by Dr Ogbonnaya Onu , Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology noted that the roles and contributions of traditional rulers in nation-building and sustenance of Nigeria’s democracy could not be overemphasised. Buhari said that many traditional rulers in Nigeria worked very hard to preserve Nigeria’s peace which was essential for unity and development. He noted that there could be no development without peace and unity, and commended royal fathers for offering selfless service for unity of the coun

The Zamfara Chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the alleged arrest and detention of its members in the state. The state Chairman of the party, Alhaji Lawal Liman, condemned the action in Gusau on Thursday while meeting with the 14 local government chairmen of the party in the state. He described the arrests as a political witch hunt by the state government. Liman noted that members of the party have been facing harassment, intimidation and threats from the government. According to him, the meeting was summoned to discuss various issues affecting the party, especially the current challenges of harassment and intimidation that members of the party are facing in the state. “I commend APC members in the state for their resilience in supporting the party in spite of the the threats, intimidation and harassment from the present administration in the state under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). “I am appealing to members of the APC in Zamfara to consider the cha