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Onyema said there are about 8000 Nigerians in Ukraine 5,000 of whom are students. The Federal Government is set to begin the evacuation of Nigerians who have fled the war in Ukraine to neighbouring countries from Wednesday, March 2, 2022. The Minister of of Foreign Affairs , Geoffrey Onyeama made this known in an interview on a Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ programme on Monday, February 28, 2022, saying President Muhammadu Buhari has approved funds for the airlines to evacuate Nigerians. Asked when the evacuation would begin he said “ Wednesday hopefully…Air Peace and Max Air.” Onyema said there are about 8000 Nigerians in Ukraine 5,000 of whom are students. The Minister added that the Federal Government had tipped Air Peace and Air Max to airlift the Nigerians who wanted to be evacuated, Punch reports. While briefing the House of Representatives on the evacuation efforts, the minister had earlier said over 1000 Nigerians had crossed to Romania from Ukraine. He said,

The short film was the only west African film to be nominated in the Best Short film category at the 2021 AFRIFF. Charles Obi Emere’s 2021 short film 'Buried' has joined the increasing list of titles premiering on Amazon Prime in the streamer's latest is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime in the streamer's latest entry into Nollywood. The Chinyere Ohuonu produced film follows the story of 33-year-old Ekanem who returns home after long years of estrangement from his family to perform the funeral rites of his late brother but first, he must deal with the wrath of his father and sister who never want to see him again. 'Buried' stars Seun Ajayi in the lead and Toyin Oshinaike, Belinda Yanga-Agedah in supporting roles. According to Emere who doubles as the film's writer, 'Buried' is based on true events inspired by the near-death experience of his brother following an overdose. Speaking on his deal with the streamer, Emere shared: “I remembe

Ganduje said the Kano state law has prescribed death sentence for anyone guilty of banditry. Kano state Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje , has read the riot act to Fulani herders in the state urging them to not engage in banditry as anyone caught and found guilty of the offence will pay the ultimate price. The Governor issued the warning at the formal launch of the statewide mass cattle and small ruminants vaccination campaign held at Kadawa Village, Garun-mallam Local Government Area of the state on Saturday, February 26, 2022. In the same vein, Ganduje also reminded the herders that anyone caught in the act of cattle rustling runs the risk of spending the rest of their life in prison. He said his government's decision to engage the now 'born again' herdsmen in a dialogue has helped to eliminate cattle rustling in the state. "We have succeeded in stamping out cattle rustling, as I cannot recall when we experienced it because we entered into dialogue with herdsmen who

According to Okowa, Elumelu has been a great leader, an exemplary lawmaker and a model politician of refreshing candour. Delta State Governor, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, has expressed pleasure with the accomplishments of the Minority Leader of House of Representatives, Chief Ndudi Elumelu , as he celebrates his 57th birth anniversary. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika , the governor said that the state and the entire Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) was proud of the sterling attainments of Elumelu in all spheres. He said that Elumelu was an astute politician and outstanding lawmaker, and commended him for his remarkable contributions in the legislature, especially as Minority Leader in the 9th Assembly. According to Okowa, Elumelu has been a great leader, an exemplary lawmaker and a model politician of refreshing candour. He said, “ As a government of our dear state, Delta, we can’t thank you enough for your leadership role, especially in supporting our efforts

The bandits laid siege on the communities for four hours killing and kidnapping innocent residents. Bandits have invaded some communities in Kaduna state killing seven people and kidnapping many. The attack took place on Friday, February 25, 2022, as the bandits ransacked Unguwar Bula, Unguwar Dafillo and Ijinga villages in the Randagi district of Birnin-Gwari Local Government Area. Confirming the incident, the chairman of Birnin Gwari Vanguard for Security and Good Governance, Ibrahim Abubakar Nagwari , noted in a statement that the bandits, riding on motorcycles numbering about 50, stormed the communities around 11am and laid siege on them four hours preventing people from observing Juma’at prayers. It was gathered that the attackers also abducted unstated number of people, of which many were women and whisked them off to an unknown destination. A resident who spoke to Daily Trust on condition of anonymity claimed that two of his relatives were among the victims. In a similar

The FG advised Nigerian students to travel in groups and take all their documents along with them. As the Russian forces continue its advancement into the Ukrainian territories, the Federal Government has identified four borders safe for Nigerians seeking to cross into Poland. The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa , said in a viral video on Saturday February 26, 2022, that out of the eight borders between Ukraine and Poland, four have been marked safe for Nigerians to use. She encouraged Nigerians to travel in group so that they could keep track of one another as they journey toward the boarders. “For Nigerians in Ukraine trying to cross to Poland, there are eight borders between Poland and Ukraine, four borders are recommended; these are the four borders: Hrebenne – Rava Ruska; Korczowa – Krakovets; Medyka – Shehyni; Budomierz – Hurszew,” she said. Dabiri-Erewa, in a travel advisory, also enjoined Nigerians in Eastern Ukraine to do their

The actress said a woman's private part is delicate and that men should help to keep it safe and healthy. Ghanaian actress, Juliet Ibrahim , has appealed to men to desist from using saliva as lubricant during sexual intercourse with women. Ibrahim took to her Instagram page where she expressed her dismay that in 2022, people still haven't recognised the inherent dangers in such an act. The post reads, “I cannot believe that in 2022, I am (still) arguing with a friend who sees nothing wrong with these things. Her excuse was that, ‘What if it’s a quickie’? She also noted that women's private parts are delicate and urged men to always maintain good hygiene with the parts of their body that may come in contact with a woman's vagina. "Honestly, guys, please take this from me; a woman’s vagina is very delicate. It is her temple. Help her to keep it clean, safe and healthy. Stop using dirty hands and saliva on it." "Brush your teeth and tongue before and a

The FG advised Nigerian students to travel in groups and take all their documents along with them. As the Russian forces continue its advancement into the Ukrainian territories, the Federal Government has identified four borders safe for Nigerians seeking to cross into Poland. The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa , said in a viral video on Saturday February 26, 2022, that out of the eight borders between Ukraine and Poland, four have been marked safe for Nigerians to use. She encouraged Nigerians to travel in group so that they could keep track of one another as they journey toward the boarders. “For Nigerians in Ukraine trying to cross to Poland, there are eight borders between Poland and Ukraine, four borders are recommended; these are the four borders: Hrebenne – Rava Ruska; Korczowa – Krakovets; Medyka – Shehyni; Budomierz – Hurszew,” she said. Dabiri-Erewa, in a travel advisory, also enjoined Nigerians in Eastern Ukraine to do their

The music star says he is doing well. Nigerian music star Burna Boy has been involved in a car accident. According to the singer in a post shared via his Instagram Stories on Sunday, February 27, 2022, he was involved in a bad accident with his Ferrari sports car. However, the music star expressed shock at the way bystanders watched when the accident happened instead of getting help. Burna Boy involved in car accident "Yes, it is true. I had a bad accident with my Ferrari today. My legs just hurt a little but I am fine," he wrote. "It's just funny how everyone came out with phones recording me instead of trying to get help (I guess they were just too excited to see me regardless of the situation lol) but I love you all. Gambo got me." This will be the third time a music star will be involved in a car crash within the space of a year. It would be recalled that Vict0ny was involved in a terrible car crash in April 2021. The music star had to go for su

“I didn’t apply for a job as a bricklayer. The job I’m applying for requires a brain. I’m not sick. I only repaired my kneel." The National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu , has said that he needs more strength psychologically than physically to be president in 2023. He stated this when he visited the palace of the Ataoja of Osogbo, Jimoh Olanipekun , to inform him of his political ambition on Friday, February 25, 2022. The former Governor of Lagos State while speaking at the palace said he wishes to take over from President Muhammadu Buhari when his tenure ends in 2023. However, there have been concerns from observers over Tinubu’s health status, following his recent medical trip to the United Kingdom. He said, “I didn’t apply for a job as a bricklayer. The job I’m applying for requires a brain. I’m not sick. I only repaired my kneel. I’m not applying for the relay race and I’m not a horse. I have the quality to serve and make Nigeria great. I wan

Russia closes in on the capital. Ukrainian military records a first major success as it destroyed Russian tank in western Kyiv. Russians protest 'Ukraine Invasion' The Ukrainian military gave its first account of explosions that rocked western Kyiv in the early hours of Saturday, February 26, 2022. The Military Law Enforcement Service of Ukraine, announced that the country’s military has successfully “ destroyed a column of equipment of the occupiers ” in the Beresteiska district in Kyiv. “ According to preliminary information, it is about 2 cars, 2 trucks with ammunition, and also with the help of NLAW anti-tank missiles an enemy tank was destroyed ,” said the service, as broadcast by CNN. Recall, the United Kingdom supplied NLAW anti-tank missiles to Ukraine in the weeks before Russia invaded. Russian forces closed in on Kyiv, attacking by land and air on Friday, while Ukrainian soldiers and civilians dug in to defend the capital. Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky

... Russia was mindful of the civilians from foreign countries and that they would take all the necessary measures to ensure their security. The federal government, Friday, February 25, 2022, summoned the Ambassadors of Russia and Ukraine to Nigeria, Alexei Shebarshin and Kirdoda Valerii respectively over the safety of Nigerians in both territories. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama , who met with the envoys separately, disclosed that the Russian envoy insisted that civilians are not being targeted and that hopefully, it won’t last long. Both parties discussed on the safest options for evacuation of 5600 Nigerian citizens , although it had been disclosed that some have made it into neighboring countries via road travel. Shebarshin however told Onyeama that there might be risk involved in the evacuation of Nigerians in Ukraine, while also saying that Russia was mindful of the civilians from foreign countries and that they would take all the necessary measures to en

Onyema said he discussed the possibility of evacuating Nigerians from Ukraine but the Russian envoy to Nigeria told him there might be risk involved. The Federal Government says it is impossible to evacuate Nigerian students in Ukraine until the airports in the country are reopened. Since the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine broke out on Thursday, February 24, 2022, there have been calls on the FG to evacuate over 5000 Nigerians studying in Ukraine. The war started shortly after Russian President, Vladimir Putin ordered a “special military operation” in the country. Following the order, many Ukrainian major cities including Kyiv, the country’s capital were bombed and dozens of deaths have also been recorded. However, while countries like India and South Africa have started evacuating their nationals to neighbouring Poland, many Nigerian students are still stranded in Ukraine. On Thursday, the National Association of Nigerian Students in Ukraine cried out to President Muh

The airline said, contrary to the claim by the Emir's cousin, Air Peace did everything to protect the Emir's image. The management of Air Peace has rejected claims that the airline treated the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero , with disrespect. The carrier, in a statement signed by its Chief Operating Officer, Toyin Olajide , claimed that the company protected the emir's image by refusing to delay the flight he was scheduled to board. The Emir’s cousin, Prince Isa Bayero , had written a letter to the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) demanding punitive measures be taken against Air Peace over what he described as “ disrespect ” to the Emir and people of Kano. The Emir’s cousin was reported to have placed a call to the Chairman of Air Peace, Allen Onyema , pleading for the delay of the airline's morning flight to Kano. Bayero explained that the Emir's flight from Banjul, the Gambia, was delayed which prevented him from arriving in time for his local

Taiwan on Friday condemned Russia’s attack on Ukraine and announced it would join Western nations in imposing sanctions against Moscow. Taiwan severely condemned the aggressive actions by Russia against Ukraine. “The entire world has severely condemned Russia’s breaking of peace and invasion of Ukraine and we likewise condemn this invasion and we will carry out sanctions in tandem with democratic nations,” Prime Minister, Su Tseng-chang , said. Taiwan’s Economic Affairs Minister, Wang Mei-hua , said the island would consult with countries to take joint action. ridoola.blogspot.com.ng

Mohbad has been released from the custody of the NDLEA. The founder of Marlian records Naira Marley has reacted to the arrest of his signees Zinoleesky and Mohbad. The singers were arrested on Thursday, Feb 24, 2022, for possession of illegal drugs. In a series of tweets shared via his Twitter page on Friday, Feb 25, the music said the treatment meted on his signees was unfair. twitter.com "What is happening to my brothers is disgusting. The injustice is unfair and this is beginning to look like a pattern. First me now my artists. Free Zinoleesky, free shubomi, free micee and dosky 💔," he tweeted. It didn't end there as he revealed that Mohbad had been released why Zinoleesky is still in the custody of the NDLEA. twitter.com "NDLEA have released Mohbad after physically assaulting him, Zinoleesky is still in custody. The boys are under a lot of stress after being ambushed in the middle of the night with no warrant. I’m urgently returning to Lagos now no

Former Presidential aspirant, Adamu Garba, says that Africa will benefit from World War III. Reacting to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, former presidential aspirant, Adamu Garba , says that World War III is an opportunity for Africa to grow out of poverty. While Russia invaded Ukraine on Thursday, February 24, 2022, Garba shared a post on Facebook expressing that Africa not participating in the first and second world wars is the reason the continent remains "poor and abandoned." He wrote on Facebook: "Most of you don’t know that Africa needs the Third World War more than every other continent on the planet." "We were nothing in the first and the second, that’s why we remained poor and abandoned. WW3 is an opportunity for Africa." Adamu Garba Facebook Post Garba is a Nigerian politician and IT expert, who founded the popular Crowwe app. He was a presidential candidate in the 2019 election, under the All Progressive Congress (APC). ridoola

The drama debuts in cinemas on March 25. Biodun Stephen's Shutterspeed projects and David Wade production have unveiled the official trailer for their latest collaboration 'A Simple Lie'. The film starring Bisola Aiyeola, Emmanuel Ikubese, Bolaji Ogunmola, Kie Kie Adeaga and Kachi Nnochiri, centres on a lie told in an unplanned moment which ticks off catastrophic events. The Stephen directed feature film is the latest collaboration between both production companies following 'Breaded Life'. Recall that the film starring Timini Egbuson and Bimbo Ademoye had an impressive theatrical run in 2021. Watch the trailer: www.instagram.com ridoola.blogspot.com

The nine-part series follows the story of infamous German con artist Anna Sorokin. Shondaland's 'Inventing Anna' has raked the most viewing hours for an English series in a week since the streamer began a new rating system last year. According to reports released by Netflix, the limited series was watched 196 million hours between February 14 and 20. This is in addition to the 77 million hours from the week of its February 11 release. The new record is followed by the third season of 'You', 'The Witcher' and 'Sex Education'. Starring Julia Garner in the lead role, the Shonda Rhimes created limited series centres on the con artist Anna Delvey who swindled banks and her wealthy Manhattan victims of thousands of dollars while parading as a German heiress. The nine-part series based on a New York Times investigative report details how Sorokin established herself as a con artist exploiting her victims using wire fraud before she was convicted in 2019

Okposo recently apologised to his wife over his infidelity. It may seem all is now well with Sammie Okposo and his wife as they are currently on a vacation in Cacum, Mexico. The music star was recently caught in a cheating scandal. The gospel music star took to his Instagram page on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, where he shared a video from their 'beacation' activities in the North American country. www.instagram.com "Me and my Queen we Aaaaaaaaside chilling in Cancun Mexico,'' he captioned the video. The couple recently celebrated their twelfth wedding anniversary. The vacation is coming weeks after Okposo shut down the Internet following his infidelity. It would be recalled that an American-based lady African Doll of impregnating her. Nigerian gospel singer Sammie Okposo [HarvestersAbuja] According to the lady, she met the singer in Dallas, United States of America, during one of his tours. They became close and started an affair which led to the

Two oil companies, Duke Oil and Oando Plc have refuted culpability in the importation of the adulterated fuel that hit the country, saying imported product met Nigerian specification. The duo said this when they appeared before the House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) investigating circumstances surrounding the importation of toxic fuel into the country on Wednesday. The Managing Director of Duke Oil, Mr Lawal Sade , stated that the product imported by his company was certified okay both at the Port of loading and the Port of discharge by relevant authorities. He, however, said they were notified by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), a few hours after the discharge that the product had some particles which made it to discontinue the process. He noted that the product hasy since been quarantined. He said that there was a confirmation by the regulator which is the new Nigerian midstream, downstream authority to discharge that cargo

The House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Reviews has recommended immunity clause for Senate President and the Speaker of the House of Reps and heads of judiciary. This is contained in the report of the constitution amendment Bill that was presented before the House by Rep. Ahmed Wase , the Chairman of the Constitution Review Committee on Wednesday in Abuja. In the reports presented by Wase, the committee recommended immunity for presiding officers of the legislature and judiciary. Rep. Benjamin Kalu , the Spokesperson for the House further alluded to this while briefing newsmen, adding that since the executive is enjoying immunity, the legislative should also enjoy it. He also added that the legislative should be part of security council so that they could be part of the decision making because they pass bills and move motion to that effect Rep. Segun Odebunmi(APC-Oyo) sponsored the Bill titled “An Act to alter section 308 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic

The documentary has been recognized at the festival’s panaromal section. South African media company STEPS have announced a new feat by filmmaker Ike Nnaebue. According to STEPS, Nnaebue's documentary film recorded an honourable mention at the just concluded Berlinale festival. The documentary film which is part of the Generation Africa series documents the ordeals young people face in search of a better life by traveling undocumented. The documentary features images of young people lured into slavery and bondage along the routes in North Africa to Europe. The documentary was inspired by Nnaebue’s personal journey as a young man from Nigeria embarking on a trip via Benin, Mali and Mauritania to Morocco, with hopes to cross the border to Europe but crossing seemed like a risky endeavour at the time so he had to go back to Nigeria to study filmmaking. 'No U-Turn' (Nigeria / France / South Africa) was nominated together with 17 other films for the Berlinale Documentary Aw

This is part of the federal government's intervention programmes for states that were ravaged by conflict and insecurity. The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved over N2 billion naira for the purchase of cattle to boost animal production in Taraba state. This was revealed by the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Hajiya Sadiya Farouq , at the end of the Council meeting presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari , on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 in Abuja. Speaking to State House correspondents after the meeting, Farouq said her ministry submitted two memos to the Council for approval, NAN reported. According to the Minister, one of the memos sought the revision of estimated total cost for the supply of cattle for Taraba state. “One was for the revised estimated total cost for the supply of cattle for Taraba State under the Emergency Agricultural Intervention Programme for states that were affected by conflict and insecurity.

The Senate has urged the Federal Government to declare all suspected leaders of terrorists in the country wanted. This followed the adoption of a motion by Sen. Bala Ibn Na’Allah (APC-Kebbi) and co-sponsored by 12 other senators during plenary on Wednesday. The motion was entitled; “Urgent need to surmount all kinds of kidnappings, banditry and related security challenges in Wasagu-Danko, Sakaba, and Yauri Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Kebbi”. Presenting the motion, Na’Allah said that it was no longer news that the bandits were moving in hundreds in these areas terrorising the people. “The bandits have been reportedly laying siege around Yar-kuka, Morai, Dankade to Wadako and recently in Bena where 20 people were abducted.” He said that if urgent steps were not taken, the peace-loving communities may be forced to resort to self-defense by acquiring arms and ammunition. Contributing Sen. Adamu Aliero (APC-Kebbi) said that the acquisition of 12 Super Tucano jets by the federal

The House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs has summoned the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyema over his failure to defend the proposed amendment to the 2022 Appropriation Act Rep. Buba Yakubu , the Chairman of the Committee summoned the Minister on Wednesday in Abuja during the committee meeting. He said that the Minister was invited to appear before the committee to explain why the ministry was asking for an amended budget for the ministry in the proposed amendment appropriation Act which was sent to the House by President Muhammadu Buhari . He cautioned the Minister for failing to appear before the committee to defend its previous budget, adding that such would no longer be tolerated. ”In spite of the non appearance to defend its previous budget, the committee had allowed it to pass,” the lawmaker, said. He said, ”it behoves on the minster to provide detailed explanations on its demand for amendment of the 2022 appropriation as it affects the Ministr

Gov. Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom has relieved his Chief of Staff (CoS), Mr Ephraim Inyanyeyen of his appointment. This is contained in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Emmanuel Ekuwem in Uyo on Tuesday. Emmanuel thanked Inyanyeyen for the services rendered during the period he was given the opportunity to serve the state and wished him well in his future endeavours. “ On behalf of the Governor, government and the good people of Akwa Ibom State, I write to convey to you the Governor’s profound appreciation of the worthy contributions you made to the development of our dear State while you served as Chief of Staff to the Governor. “However, given the urgent need to match skill set and competencies to the task of maintaining the momentum of economic development in peace, your services are no longer required and you are hereby relieved of your position, as Chief of Staff ( CoS) to His Excellency with immediate effect. “You are therefore directed to handover a

Cuppy is currently studying for her second master's degree at the prestigious Oxford University. Nigerian disc jockey, Cuppy, has revealed that she sometimes regrets going back to school for a third degree. The billionaire heiress made her worries known via her Twitter page on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. According to Cuppy, her decision to go back to school affected her progress in the music industry. twitter.com "Some days I’m at @UniofOxford deeply regretting doing a 3rd university degree because I feel like it’s affected my progress in the music industry but some days like this," she tweeted. "I’m really proud of myself and I know that education empowers me to be greater in every aspect of my life." It would be recalled that she was accepted into the prestigious university in March 2022. This will be the music star's second master's degree in six years. Cuppy earned a master's degree in Music Business from New York University in 2

The renewed clash between rival cult groups in some areas at Ilesa, Osun State, has reportedly left 10 people dead. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) learnt that blood flowed as rival suspected cultists clashed at Brewery, Ifofin, Idasa and Irojo areas of the town on Monday and extended to Tuesday, leaving behind dead bodies. Mr Busuyi Agunbiade, a resident of the area, told NAN that the clash started from Irojo, around 7p.m. before it spread to other communities where the cultists had strongholds. “Some guys on motorcycle suddenly started shooting around Irojo inflicting injury on residents in the area, who scamper for safety. “Then, in what looks like a revenge attack, another set confronted them and both groups engaged in shootout. “Other cultists from other hideouts joined in the fracas thereby spreading the crisis to other parts of the town. ”About 10 people were killed in different areas of the town, majorly cult members,” he said. Agunbiade said that shop owners quickly l

Onuoha is accusing the popular Nigerian fashion designer of ruining her sister's marriage. Nollywood actress Georgina Onuoha has called out her sister's husband, Chiedu Nwokolo, for abandoning his family in Canada to marry a new wife in Nigeria. According to the actress in a post shared via her Instagram page on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, her sister's husband decided to leave his home after 25 years of marriage to be with a popular fashion designer in Nigeria. "They cheat with impunity. Dear side chic/side piece Meena @meenaofficial @uju_meena. If you have been claiming to people that you didn't know Chiedu @chiedunwokolo is still married to Uju @eujaynwoks, now you do," she wrote. www.instagram.com "Please do the needful. Tell your new married husband to give his wife a divorce. He is an Igbo and has the right to marry as many side pieces and chics as he wants to. My sister does not deserve this public shame and pain. She is not interested in po

IPOB members says they're not sure if Kanu is still alive. Members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have reacted to the allegation by Nnamdi Kanu ’s lawyers that operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) barred them from visiting the leader of the group in their custody. Kanu, who has been in the custody of the DSS since he was rearrested in Kenya four years after jumping bail is currently standing trial on charges bordering on treasonable felony and terrorism. But on Monday, February 21, 2022, Aloy Ejimakor, Special counsel for the embattled IPOB leader alleged that DSS operatives had twice barred lawyers from visiting Kanu in their custody. According to him, the action of the DSS contravened the order of Justice Binta Nyako of a Federal High Court in Abuja that Kanu should have access to his lawyers on Mondays and Thursdays. Reacting to this, IPOB in a statement by its Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, said it

The couple got married in 2020. Deola Smart the daughter of Nigerian senator Smart Adeyemi has welcomed her first child with her hubby, Olusola Awujoola. Awujoola popularly known as Malivelihood took to his Instagram page on Monday, February 21, 2022, where he announced the big news. "My beautiful daughter is here !!! 21-2-22 ❤️❤️❤️ I love you @deolasmart 🍼 Thank you, Jesus," he wrote. www.instagram.com In a similar vein, Deola shared the big news on her IG page; "21-2-22 💕 👶🏽 @malivelihood I love you ❤️ GOD IS AWESOME!!!!!! #BLESSED Throwback to last week. (9 months preggy)." www.instagram.com Congratulations to the Awujoolas from all of us at Pulse. This comes a week after Deola received a Rolls Royce from her husband as Valentine’s Day gift. www.instagram.com Malivelihood and Deola tied the knot back in 2020. It was one of the most talked-about weddings of the year. An Uber driver got lucky on the day of the wedding as he was gifted

Ganduje says that it is necessary for northerners to support Tinubu’s presidential ambition. Governor Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State has announced his support for Bola Ahmed Tinubu ’s presidential ambition, saying northerners have no other aspirant to support than the former governor of Lagos State. The National leader of the All Progressives Congress had in January declared his interest in the 2023 presidential race and has since been going round the country to seek support and cooperation of political leaders and traditional rulers. Speaking at the inauguration of an office for Northern Youth Professionals for Tinubu on Monday, February 21, 2022, Ganduje said that it was necessary for northerners to support Tinubu’s ambition. The governor, who was represented by the Managing Director of Kano Road Traffic Agency, Dr Baffa Dan’agundi believed supporting Tinubu was necessary to reciprocate the gesture of the people of South-West in 2015 when they supported Muhammadu Buhari to be

Fast-rising Ghanaian musician Black Sherif has gone global again after his ‘Second Sermon’ remix was played at the 2022 NBA All-Star game. The song, which features Nigerian superstar Burna Boy, has been a big hit since its release in December 2021. Last week, the official video for the ‘Second Sermon’ remix was also premiered on YouTube and has already clocked over 720,000 views in just three days. twitter.com During the NBA All-Star game at the weekend, Black Sherif’s popular song was played during the break. The All-Star Game is a basketball exhibition game hosted every February by the National Basketball Association and showcases 24 of the league's star players. This comes after Black Sherif first went global in October 2021 after his song was used by French side Clermont Foot as their victory tune. twitter.com The Ligue 1 club defeated Lille 1-0 and the players decided to celebrate the victory with Black Sherif’s ‘second sermon’. In a video that went viral, the pl

The lawmaker says the best decision for the leadership of APC is to zone the presidency to the North Central in the spirit of fairness and justice. A group of South-South lawmakers in the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has endorsed Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State for Presidency in 2023. The group under the aegis of Forum of Members of State Houses of Assembly in the South-South region at its meeting held in Calabar on Monday, February 21, 2022, said the best decision for the leadership of APC would be to zone the presidency to North Central in the spirit of fairness and justice. In a communique issued at the end of the meeting, the lawmakers from Akwa-Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo and Rivers States, agreed that the North Central had been marginalised since Nigeria gained independence. The communique reads: “That the APC State Assembly Legislators of the South-South, who were elected by the people of the six states that make up the geo-political zone believe th

The hardship experienced by motorists in Abuja due to the scarcity of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol in the nation’s capital for about two weeks is gradually easing off. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the queues in most filling stations on the Kubwa Express way have reduced. A NAN correspondent, who went round on Monday, discovered that some retail outlets in Maitama, Wuse, Gwarimpa, and Wuye Districts, had relatively lower queues. Other fuel stations were, however, not open and were not selling the product at all. A taxi driver, Hassan Aliyu , told NAN that he had been on the queue at the filling station for about 30 minutes but was yet to buy the product. “I’m happy that the situation is gradually easing off and getting better compared to last week,” he said. He urged the government to bring sanity into the situation, especially among the oil marketers, and end the difficulties faced by motorists. Another private car owner, Emmy Chinedu , expr

President Muhammadu Buhari has appealed to nations, institutions and bodies, both private and public, to return Nigeria’s artefacts in their possession. Presidential spokesman, Malam Garba Shehu , in a statement on Monday in Abuja, said the Nigerian leader made the appeal in the aftermath of the return of two important Nigerian artefacts from Britain. The president welcomed the official handover, on Saturday, of the Okwukor and the Head of an Oba of Benin bronzes, to the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II. They were repatriated from the University of Cambridge and University of Aberdeen, respectively, in the United Kingdom, after 125 years of their leaving the territory of present day Nigeria. While urging other countries to take a cue from the institutions, the president vowed that the Federal Government would pursue the repatriation of Nigerian artefacts vigorously. According to him, government will ensure that they are put to good and proper use on their return in museums and other f

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources admitted that the bad fuel was imported into the country due to inspection failure. On behalf of the Federal Government, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Chief Timipre Sylva has sympathised with Nigerians over the lingering fuel scarcity in the country. For over two weeks, Nigerians have been struggling to buy petroleum following the importation of adulterated fuel into the country. This has led to led long queues of motorists at petrol stations across the country as the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) promised to withdraw the contaminated fuel from circulation. But since the NNPC announced its readiness to recall the contaminated fuel from marketers and increased the supply of petrol into the market to bridge any unforeseen supply gap, the situation seemed to have worsened. Reacting to the situation, Sylva expressed regrets over the importation of adulterated petrol into Nigeria. The minister admitted th

The Lagos Government says plans are ongoing to develop a Medical Park to attract medical tourists and make the state a medical tourism hub. Dr Obafemi Hamzat , the state Deputy Governor, made this known on Sunday in Lagos at the unveiling of the Duchess Royal Medical Check-Up in collaboration with Lagos Marriott Hotel at Ikeja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Duchess Royal Medical Check-Up is an exclusive three-day comprehensive total body health screening and wellness programme.’ The programme focuses on early detection of disease and providing comprehensive health check assessment. Hamzat said that the state government would continue to commit funding to the health sector and ensure universal health coverage for which quality would be an essential component. He noted that improvements would include the physical structures of the health facilities, provision of specialised care, improving the capacity of health workers and incorporating quality improvement processes

The former governor had earlier stated the benefits of the arrangement, suggesting it ensures peace, balance and even development in the state. Enugu Rescue Group has dismissed Chimaroke Nnamani’s zoning proclamation, asserting that the power-sharing arrangement has never been a fixture in the state. Nnamani, who governed Enugu from 1999 till 2007, stated on Sunday, February 20 that the state’s East Senatorial Zone ought to produce the next governor due to the perceived organisation. In a strongly-worded response to the former governor, the pressure group censured the 61-year-old senator. “We have observed the reckless utterances and claims of Dr Chimaroke Nnamani and wonder when he became the spokesperson of all former governors and Enugu political leaders, including those he does not see eye to eye with,” the group statement via its national coordinator Ejike Iloh read. “Nnamani in his usual air of arrogance is playing God. We make bold to say that by verifiable records on the

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has said it had not banned religious activities of inmates in custodial centres across the country, as purportedly stated by those it described as ‘mischief makers’. The Service Public Relations Officer (SPRO) Mr Francis Enobore disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen on Sunday in Abuja. Enobore said that it had come to the notice of management of the service, the spread of the unfounded statement purportedly, issued by the Controller General, Haliru Nababa . “According to him, the statement is false, misleading, as it is only a figment of the author’s imagination. “The service in fact, encourages all forms of genuine visits to inmates by relations and well-meaning individuals/group. This is in order to promote psycho-social support, which is pivotal to reformation and rehabilitation of inmates. “To put the records straight, visits to custodial centres was temporarily suspended in April, 2021, in compliance with National Centre for

Tinubu believes the Yorubas need to occupy more political positions at the federal level. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) says no amount of intimidation can stop his aspiration to become the President of Nigeria. Tinubu, who had announced his presidential ambition in January in Abuja said he is ready to get dirty to fulfill his lifelong ambition. The former governor of Lagos said this at the palace of the Alaafin of Oyo during his consultation with the Alaafin, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi , and the Olubadan-elect, Chief Lekan Balogun. Tinubu said his visit to Oyo and Ibadan was borne out of his respect for the royal stool, and to seek the blessings and cooperation of the traditional leaders for his 2023 aspiration. “No amount of intimidation can stop me. I am ready to get dirty. I am out to become President of Nigeria. We are at the crossroads.” the APC leader said. Tinubu said he could not seek to become Nigeria’s president without the sup