REST IN PEACE GAMALIEL ONOSODE

Nigerian Technocrat  and Pro Chancellor of the University of Lagos Gamaliel Onosode is dead. He passed away yesterday at the age of82, after battling bone cancer for close to two years.

He was once a Presidential aspirant under the defunct All Nigeria's People's Party. The astute professional graduated from the University of Ibadan and as ad a sterling career both in the public and private sectors. He was fondly referred to as Mr. Integrity in his lifetime. May his soul rest in peace.

EMIR OF KANO SANUSI LAMIDO DEFENDS HIMSELF ON MARRYING 18 YEAR OLD PRINCESS AS FOURTH WIFE

I am sure NC members all have their views and have kept quiet out of (appropriate) deference to our right to make our individual choice. Obviously I do not need to explain anything to anyone in a purely personal matter but a few points are worthy of note:

1. The lady in question is 18 and therefore legally of age to marry under all laws and certainly under Muslim law.
2. She is proceeding for her undergraduate education in the UK in January. She had an A in computer science in her O levels and plans to get a degree in computer science.
3. Each and every one of my wives is a university graduate and some have worked and then stopped and in each case the choice was purely theirs.
4. It is a tradition in Kano that emirs and princes in choosing wives consider issues beyond the individual. The family is in every sense a social unit. My predecessor was married to princesses from Ilorin, Katsina and Sokoto.
5. The relationship between the late Lamido of Adamawa Aliyu Musdafa the father of the current Lamido is well known. Lamido Aliyu was the first emir turbaned after emir Sanusi I and they remained close until Sanusi’s death.
6. My own relationship with the current Lamido dates back to 1981 when he was Ciroma and commissioner for works. By the way the Lamido and I are not illiterates we know what we are doing and he does have a PhD in Engineering.
7. My own mother was married in Adamawa and lived there for more than two decades and I have eight younger brothers and sisters from there.
8. It is therefore natural that if I choose to marry from another kingdom Adamawa would be the first choice for me and I am extremely happy to strengthen these long historical bonds.
9. The young lady in question gave her free consent and even after the contract the wedding will not happen for a few years. By then she may be 21. If she freely consents to this I do not know on what moral grounds anyone has a grouse. She is an adult, she gave her consent, and her education is not being in anyway interrupted.
10. The real issue is that people do not accept cultural difference. And you can see it in the approach to these issues. I am supposed to be urbane and western educated. Yes but I am not European. I am a northern Nigerian Fulani Muslim brought up in a setting exactly like the one my children are being brought up in.
    If you read this and it improves your understanding of this issue that is fine. If it does not just remember it is not your life, it is not your daughter and you are not my wife therefore it is not your business.

I obviously cannot stoop to the level of responding publicly to these kinds of articles. I have always been an advocate of girls marrying after maturing. I personally like the minimum age of 18 even though I understand those who say 16 is fine and indeed this is the law in most so called advanced countries.

Is this something that I expect a European or western trained or feminist mind to appreciate or endorse? Not at all. But has any American been bothered about my views on men marrying men or women marrying women who frankly I find primitive and bestial? No and my views do not matter. These are cultural issues.

Even in Nigeria I have heard all this stuff as in Pius article about “north” and northerners. Again it is a failure to respect difference. There are parts of this country where parents expect their daughters to live with their boyfriends for years and actually get pregnant before they marry. It has become culture. We do not have that in the north and if your daughter gets pregnant before marriage she brings nothing but shame to the name. But we do not issue condemnations. We agree that this is how they choose to live. And I can give many other examples.

When people use the term libido they do themselves injustice. First of all it shows how they view women and marriage. Women are nothing but the object of sexual desire. Marriage is nothing but sexual gratification. Well I am sorry but in my tradition it is not. Beauty and attraction rank third after religion and lineage in the choice of a wife.

They see an 18 year old young lady. I see a princess of noble birth whose mother is also a princess, and who has been brought up in a good Muslim home. This is the kind of woman that is prepared for giving birth to princes and bringing them up for the role expected of them in society.

Marriage is both social and political. Expanding the links of Kano which have already been established by my predecessors through inter-marriage with Katsina, Sokoto, Ilorin, Katagum, Ningi, Bauchi etc to Adamawa is an important and significant step and this is obvious to anyone with a sense of how royal families work and Ibn Khaldun’s sociological concept of Asabiyyah.

When the Emir of Kano marries it has to be something beyond what he personally desires to what is appropriate for that position and the expectations of the people he represents. You don’t just pick up any girl on the street. And by the way, for those who shout libido, sex is cheap and available everywhere in all shapes and sizes and all colours if that is what they want. And all ages too. Marriage is a very different proposition. The mother of your children has to be something other than, not at least much more than a mere object of sexual fantasy. But if you do not know that you need to buy yourself a brain.

I have daughters. And they know they can only marry from certain backgrounds. I always prefer family. When my daughter wanted to marry Mouftah Baba Ahmed’s son and she asked me, knowing my views on family, I told her Mouftah is family. And this is not about me and Mouftah or me an Hakeem or Nafiu. No. It goes back to Baba Ahmed and Emirs Sanusi and Bayero. And the same rule applies to my sons. And it applied to me as well.

It is, I am sure, very strange that I should even bother to comment on this. But it would be hypocritical for me to just keep quiet so long as these things are being posted and commented upon explicitly or in a snide manner. There was no secrecy in the marriage fatiha. The date was fixed and it was to be done in the central mosque after Friday prayers.

The day before we had a tragedy in Saudi Arabia and decided the fatiha must be very low key as a mark of respect for the dead. All traditional rulers in Adamawa were there, as were governors and commissioners, members of my own emirate council and Adamawa people. There is nothing here to hide or be apologetic about.

The emirs of Adamawa have shown love to my parents and grandparents and it is a sign of my appreciation of their love that i marry their daughter. This is the highest statement of friendship and loyalty on both sides.

Again if you understand this this is fine. If you do not, buy yourself a brain, A la Pius.

In any event this is my one and final and only comment on this. And I am making it out of respect for NC members.

PRESIDENT BUHARI TO TAKE ON THE ROLE OF PETROLEUM NINISTER

Nigerian President Mohammed Buhari has confirmed that he will remain Nigeria's Minister of Petroleum. According to Sahara Reporters, the President divulged this information to Reporters in New York during his United Nations General Assembly visit to the United States, which is still ongoing. This revelation has caused a lot of back and forth on Nigerian Twitter and other Social Media sites.

Many people are of the opinion that it is wrong for the President to appoint himself as the nation's petroleum Minister, when there are qualified people that can take up the role.

IT'S FILM MAKER EXTRA ORDINAIRE KUNLE AFOLAYAN'S BIRTHDAY

 

Happy Birthday to the one who blesses our TV screens with the best Nigerian movies till date.The award winning  Kunle Afolayan is a year older today, the hardworking and talented Film maker is the brain behind blockbuster movies like, The Figurine, October 1st and Phone swap.

We celebrate you here on the blog today, have a lovely year.

VOCABULARY TIME

Often times I interchange between the words GATHER and GARNER. The two words serve almost the same purpose.

However, to GARNER is used mostly to mean to earn something, For example, as someone seeking for an elective post, you need to GARNER enough votes. We can also garner information

While obviously to GATHER means, to collect, to bring together, muster, assemble, accumulate etc.

In summary, GARNER serves as a synonym for GATHER.

AT THE GLOBACOM SKIDE AND BOUNCE TOUR ON SATURDAY

My husband and I got passes for the Glo Slide and bounce event at Eko Hotels from a family friend when we went for a visit on Friday, I was happy .We learnt the event was Saturday evening, which was yesterday .My Network Glo,would later send me an invite via SMS, just like they did to all Glo users.

We decided to go, after all we are still in the holiday mood. We left the house some minutes to 6.00pm,got to the venue on time as there was no traffic jam. We secured the best sit in the front row, it was a vantage position.

The show had already started when we got inside. Dija,one of the females under the Mavin Record label was already performing, the rest of her crew later joined her on stage.That is Korede Bello and Reekado Banks.We were definitely having fun. Afterwards Korede gave a solo performance and the crowd went gaga when he sang his hit song 'Godwin'.I stood up to wriggle my waist to the rhythm.

When we were still reeling from the fun from Korede's performance, host for the night, Comedian Yaw, called on stage funny Actress Funke Akindele and Comedian Helen Paul, who made us crack our ribs to their witty sayings and funny jokes.

As if that was not entertaining enough, all round entertainer per excellence, the Koko Master Dbanj mounted the stage. People stood up, rushed from their seats to the stage to get a better view of him. He sang his new songs and the crowd sang along. He took us down memory lane with his old songs. His performance should be rated A, it was topnotch. He also blessed the audience with his Koko Garri. He shared so much that I lost count. Although I didn't get one, but his songs are enough for me.

After Dbanj came, the Mr. Incredible himself, M.I, who is arguably Nigeria's greatest Rapper. He came on stage with his equally talented brother Jesse Jags, who also sang some of his own songs. Then M.I made the crowd go crazy when he started churning out is popular tunes. I was mesmerized, wished it would not end.

Next to perform was the Black Diamond himself, Wande Coal,the one with the sonorous voice. As soon as he said 'shawty go low low low low' one would think the crowd was possessed! People danced their hearts out! As the great performer that he is, he also scored very high marks in my books.

Then to take us to the climatic final of the night, Mr. Flavor came and did his thing, he whined his waist to our pleasure, he sang and we san along too, we danced ,made merry and had a fun outing generally.

What a night, to think at a point I almost shelved the idea of going out that day because I wanted to just lay in my bed and sleep. I totally enjoyed myself.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOKE SILVA

Happy Birthday to one of the finest and mst refined actresses in Nigeria.Joke Silva is a veteran in the acting game,just like her husbanfd Olu Jacobs is.

We wish the beautiful and ageless one a very fantastic new year.

SOCIAL CRITIC ALLEGEDLY ARRESTED ON GOVERNOR AMOSUN'S ORDERS

A social media commentator/critic is reportedly behind bars after he was arrested on Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosun's orders.

His offence is said to be some posts on Facebook where he critiqued the Governor and his administration.There is an ongoing hashtag on twitter  creating awareness on the issue.His arrest is unlawful and he has been held in police custody for more that 24 hours.

WHAT A BEAUTIFUL BARBIE DOLL ZENDAYA IS!

Very beautiful Hollywood teenage Actress has a new doll made in her exact image. The very outspoken young lady is fast becoming a role model for young Black Girls all over the United States of America.

Since she defended her Faux locks which was criticized by Gulianna Rancic during the last Grammy Awards, Zendaya has endeared many people to herself, by her stance on issues.

I will definitely like to get one of these beautiful dolls for my daughter.

HOW MY DAY WENT YESTERDAY

Yesterday was Sallah and I had promised to honor invitations, I only made it to one venue owing to the heavy rains. As a matter of fact,I almost didn't leave the house, I managed to drag myself out of the bed,took a shower,got my daughter prepared(hubby has loads of office backlog,so he opted out) and we set out.

I got to Agege in due time,there was no traffic, if only Lagos roads can be as sane as this everyday.The journey was so smooth,I enjoyed it.On getting to the Sallah party, i realized my sister and her hubby were already there,so we sat down to the business of the day.Fried meat,cold drinks were offered before I could even take a seat.Wow, I said to myself this is how a sallah break should go.

We made merry,ate,ate some more,had my fill,my daughter had the utmost fun,she was extremely happy with the funfare.On top of that,i was given a takeaway package home,yippe!

On my way home,I branched to buy fuel,before you could say Jack Robinson! There was a heavy torrent of rain,the whole clouds became so dark,I thought of parking and wait for the rain to subside, but then time was not really on my side,it was still a long way from home.Thankfully we got home soon enough and prepared for the next outing for the day.

Yes around 7.00pm,we set out for church.My church was having a musical concert and almost all the big names in the Nigerian gospel music industry were in attendance.We praised God like there was no tomorrow, I really danced to the extent that, as I am typing right now,my body aches. Kore gave a superlative performance, we were thrilled to nice choreography by popular dance group Spirit of David.The midnight crew also gave an awesome performance as expected.And others too numerous to mention.

We left the venue after the last performance of the night by Big Bolaji.Got home around 6.00am and had a sound sleep.Let us just say I am enjoying my break so far.

IYABO OJO,ODUNLADE ADEKOLA,MUYIWA ADEMOLA ENROUTE SOUTH AFRICA FOR AMAA AWARDS

These three fantastic Actors of in the Yoruba speaking Nollywood segment are enroute South Africa where they will meet their peers for the African Movie Academy Awards(AMAAs).

Iyabo Ojo pictured in her green hairdo with a matching green denim  shared this picture with her fans and wrote about their itinerary. We wish the thespians a safe trip.

OUR HEART GOES OUT TO VICTIMS OF THE MECCA STAMPEDE

Our heart goes out to families of pilgrims and  Victims who died yesterday as a result of stampede in the Islamic holy city of Mecca.

Two Nigerians has since been identified as casualties if the sad event.One man and a woman and They are both Northerners.Hajiya Bilikisu Yusuf ,the first female Editor in the North And Professor Tijani El-Miskin are said to have died while at the sight where stones are thrown to ward of the devil.

May their gentle souls rest in peace.

BARKA DE SALLAH TO MUSLIMS ALL OVER THE WORLD

Barka De Sallah to all my Muslim Readers all over the world.Here is wishing you a very happy and fulfilling holiday.

My favorite part I'd Sallah as a child,apart from eating fried Ram,was standing at the balcony and watching Muslim faithfuls garbed in their gorgeous attires going to the Popular Morcaz mosquemosque which was very close to my house.

I would watch the procession as they go and also come out after the prayers.It was fun back in those days.

I will be going out today to celebrate with dear ones who has invited me over for their Sallah Party.I Promise I will Post one or two pictures from the party.

A PICTURE OF POPE FRANCIS AND PRESIDENT OBAMA

The Pope and President of the United States President Barack Obama having a conversation in the White House.

Photo Credit:cbsnews

WINNING! DBANJ IS THE NEW SLOT AMBASSADOR

Koko Master doing it big! Dipo Oyebanji A.K. Dbanj one of Nigeria's biggest musicians has earned another big deal.

He was today unveiled as the Ambassador for Slot,Nigeria's no 11 phone retailer.This is indeed a right collaboration as the brand will leverage on Dbanj's popularity and also Dbanj will be smiling to the bank.Another picture after the cut.

GRAND PAPAL ARRIVAL AT THE WHITE HOUSE

There is so much eagerness and grand preparation  of the arrival of Pope Francis to the White House today.

Vice Presiden Joe Biden,Secretary to the United States Government John Kerry are among the host of other dignitaries waiting to receive the Pope.

Photo Credit; Mark Knowler

R&B SINGER KELLY PRICE ENDS MARRIAGE WITH JEFFREY ROLLE

Popular 90s Singer Kelly Price has filed for divorce from her husband of 23 years,yes you read that right 23 years.

The center apparently can no longer hold between the two partners, who also happens to be business Partners, with her husband doubling as her Manager.

The 'As we Lay' crooner had already speculated in July that the marriage was on the brink of collapse.

Another  Celebrity marriage bites the dust.

MIKEL OBI IS A BLESSED MAN-THIS PHOTO OF HIM WITH HIS TWIN DAUGHTERS IS ADORABLE

That Nigerian Midfielder Michel Obi's Russian Girlfriend Olga just birthed twin girls for him might be stale news . However, This Picture of Michel and his new twin daughters is everything. It is so adorable and it makes us swoon.

They are so beautiful and I am sure the proud father is giddy with joy. Children are wonderful gifts from God, and Twins are a double delight.

ARSENE WENGER ENDS HIS 30 YEAR OLD MARRIAGE?

This is the report According to The Sun, the Arsenal Football Club Manager has separated  from his wife of three decades legally following several months of public speculations about the marriage breakdown.

The 65 year old has an 18 year old daughter with his estranged  wife.He is still expected to be financially responsible to his wife since they are not fully divorced.

One usually wonders what could cause people who have been together for 30 years to split. After enduring and tolerating each other's excesses for such a long time. Methinks they might as well work it out till the end.

Photo Credit:Getty Images

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KING SUNNY ADE

Happy 69th Birthday to one of the greatest musicians Africa has ever produced. Our Maestro, our King of Juju Music, the one and only Sunday Adegeye,A.K.A King Sunny Ade.

He has taken his music beyond the shores of Africa and his music is well acclaimed all over the world. We wish King Sunny Ade more energy, in order for him to entertain us with his powerful Dance steps for more years to come.

SENATE PRESIDENT BUKOLA SARAKI ON TRIAL

These are definitely trying times for Nigeria's Senate President. Today he appears before the Code of Conduct Tribunal to face all charges leveled  against him. He was accused to falsifying and not declaring all his assets to the Code of Conduct Bureau .

 He was accompanied by several Senators who followed him to court  as a sign of solidarity.

He has pleaded not guilty of all the counts.

BEWARE OF MAGGI TWO MINUTES NOODLES

Noodle lovers,Thank God for strict regulations,now we know a Brand of Noodles called Maggi 2 minutes Noodles manufactured in India is injurious to health.Nafdac has issued an alert to warn Nigerians to steer clear of this brand of noodles.

The Indian Government is said to have recalled the Noodles in New Delhi after laboratory research reveals that it contains lead. Lead is a poisonous substance that kills thousands of people in a year. In fact in Northern Nigeria, in States like Zamfara, Hundreds of young Children die enmasse as a result of Lead poisoning. To now have the so called lead in a food item is nothing short of scary.

UZOR ADUBA AND VIOLA DAVIES SHINES AT THE EMMYS

Uzo Aduba, AKA Crazy eyes, in one of our favorite series, Orange is The New Black wins her second Emmys Awards for Best Supporting Actress.

She alongside Regina Hall and Viola Davis were the Black women Honored Yesterday. It was a very proud moment.

Viola Davies' historic win as the first black female to win an Emmy as a result of her role in a series is so inspiring.
Her  Character in How to Get Away With Murder ,Analise Keating ,is one Character that makes you want to practice as a Lawyer. She is so fiery and excellent in that role.

It is good to see   Black women winning on major platforms, it gives you hope that there is much that can be achieved and the sky is big enough.

POPE AND FIDEL CASTRO MEETS

These men are two powerful figures in the world. And there meeting cannot be talked about in passing just like that. The Pope Francis met the Cuban President and his Brother Former Cuban President Fidel Castro in Havana during  his recent Cuban Trip.

The Pontiff met the two leaders after the historic Mass in Havana, the Cuban Capital. They had a brief meeting discussing politics and world affairs.He was however unable to meet the dissidents who were warded off.

Photo Credit:Reuters

NGOZI OKONJO IWEALA BAGS TWO MAJOR APPOINTMENTS

Nigeria's Former Minister of Finance Dr.Ngozi Okonjo Iweala keeps adding new feathers to her cap.Her portfolio keeps rising by the day.

The Former World Bank Top Excecutive has disclosed that she is joining United States Financial Advisory and Asset Management Bank,Lazard.

Not only that,she has also been appointed as the Chair-elect of the Board of  Bill and Melinda Gates' Gavi the Vaccine. According to her,'My work at Gavi will help me continue my work in strengthening institutions and building systems to improve the health of children through immunization,”

At Lazard, she would advise countries on structuring their finances and dealing with debt issues.

Talk about a woman who knows her onions,Dr.Okonjo Iweala is one.

MAMA HID AWOLOWO GOES HOME

Matriarch of the Awolowo family,Chief Obafemi Awolowo's jewel of inestimable value has gone to rest.

Mama HID Awolowo was 99 as at the time of her death yesterday.She died in Ikenne home,surrounded by loved ones.

Chief Awolowo's widow was known for her immense contributions to Nigerian politics especially in the South West,where her husband was the Former premier of the region.She stood by her husband throughout all the period he was incarcerated during his lifetime.

She lived a good life and will be sorely missed.

Photo Credit :Dele momodu Instagram

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY SIS

Today is my younger sister Olaronke's birthday.

Blog readers I am so blessed to have her as a sister and friend,I am sure most of you can relate,especially when your sibling is also your confidante.

Love you today and always.

By the way,her husband is throwing her a party,and I will be sharing some pictures from the barbecue.

HAPPY 40TH BIRTHDAY TO A LIVING LEGEND TUFACE IDIBIA

Our very own Innocent Ujah Idibia is 40! Wow, his looks definitely bellies his age.Congratulations to a successful music icon in every sense of the word.

Tubab's talent is so pure and unadulterated . The man's humility has been attested to from far and near.Thank you for giving us music we love for so many years and many years to come.We celebrate you on this Blog Tufaceand pray for more groundbreaking success for you.

SHINE BRIGHT LIKE A DIAMOND-LUPITA NYONG'O GRACES VOGUE MAGAZINE COVER

Kenyan born actress Lupita Nyong'o Is gracing the cover of Vogue magazine for the second time this year.

She looked like a beautiful doll on this recent cover,shining bright like a diamond.The make up suits her face so perfectly. Keep winning Miss Nyong'o.

THE ROCK-DWAYNE JOHNSON IS GOING TO BE A FATHER

Macho man, Dwanye 'The Rock' Johnson and his Girlfriend Lauren Hashian are said to be expecting their first child.

This is good news from the 43 year old professional Wrestle cum Actor.

PICTURE OF THE CLOCK THAT GOT AHMED ARRESTED

Ahmed Mohammed is the fourteen year old Sudanese boy that Got arrested for bringing  a clock he invented from the scratch home to school. The Police in Irving, Texas took the boy into custody for questioning after his school reported  his clock which they mistook as a bomb as being suspicious.

The bad situation sort of turned around for good for the  young Ahmed, as the President of the United States, Barack Obama has invited him to the White House. So Also is Facebook Founder Mike Zukerberg, who said he would be Happy to Show him around the Facebook Office.

Twitter also indicated interest in the young Muslim boy, while some hours ago, Music superstar Neyo reached out to Ahmed on Twitter, saying if he ever has interest in the music world, he would be there for him.

DENRELE EDUN THE 'BEAUTIFUL GIRL'

I don't need to write much on this picture of Denrele,just 'savor' the looks.

BURKINAFASO EMBROILED IN A COUP BY THE MILITARY

A coup in yet another African country in the 21st century! The Military has overthrown  overthrown the sitting Government of Blaise Compoare in the West African Nation today.Coups are so outdated and will not solve any problems,rather it will create anarchy.


The coup has thrown confusion, chaos and mayhem on the country, as tension and unease has now pervaded the atmosphere.

BAD NEWS FOR FROZEN CHICKEN AND TURKEY LOVERS

Most people I know buy frozen chicken/turkey at one time or the other to cook their soups or make stews. I am  Chicken lover myself, and as much as I try to avoid the frozen ones, I still buy them because they are easily available, i mean ,almost three shops sell on my street alone.

Some importers of Frozen chicken, however got into trouble today as men of the Nigerian customs intercepted and has seized 37m Naira worth of Frozen chicken. The goods will be destroyed totally. What a loss for the business owners, although I heard it is contraband and they have been warned repeatedly not to import the frozen poultry into the country.

ASA IS 33 TODAY

Our own very rare talent ,songstress Asa's birthday is today. The dreadlock wearing Artist known for her melodious and noteworthy  tunes has clocked 33 years old today.

The diva has attained an enviable level of success since she appeared on the Nigerian music scene.

Hppy Birtday Asa,more music from your sonorous voice.

MEET THE LATEST JOHNNIE WALKER AMBASSADOR- ITS DON JAZZY

Nigerian Super Producer and Mavin Records Boss has added a new achievement to his long list of achievements.

The Producer /singer has been revealed as a Global Joy  Ambassador for renowned Alcoholic Brand Johnnie Walker . He announced the great news on his Instagram Handle.

Keep walking Don Jazzy.

FLOOD HITS THE CAPTAL OF SEIRRA LEONE

Citizens have been advised to stay at home by the authorities in Seirra Leone,owing to heavy floods that has engulfed the  country's capital.

The devastating flood has caused a lot of damage and ruining properties worth millions of Dollars,so in order to forestall the lost of human lives,the people have been warned to stay in their homes.

Photo Credit:  BBCAfrica

CHIGOZIE OBIOMA MAKES SHORTLIST FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE

29 year Old Nigerian,Chigozie Obioma,who has been dubbed the 'heir' to literary icon Chinua Achebe, in a New York Times book Review ,has made the Shortlist for the 2015 Booker Prize for his book The Fishermen.

He is, effective Fall 2015, an Assistant Professor of literature and creative writing at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. His Debut novel The Fishermen is set in th 1990s Nigeria and details the journey of four brothers.

Congratulations Obioma,Nigerians keep shining in the literary world,yours truly cannot wait to be part of you.

Until then,let me see how I can get a copy and read.

FITNESS INSPIRATION-THE BEAUTIFUL OMONI OBOLI

Mother of three,Omoni Oboli will make one drop that bowl of pounded yam and oil filled soup for an immediate workout.

The Actress is just too stunning for words.Thanks for being our fitness inspiration for today.

FEMALE THIEVES FINALLY CAUGHT IN AKWA-IBOM

These Female thieves whom the police has been beaming their searchlight on for a very Long time in Akwa Ibom have been caught finally.

They are said to be notorious and have robbed several people before the long arms of the law finally caught up with them.

RASTAFARAI! MUNACHI ABI'S LOOKING PERFECT IN NEW FAUX LOCKS

Munachi Abi,our ex Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria turned Rapper just debuted a new look/hairdo,it is a faux lock and we are loving it on her.

She shared the pictures on her Instagram handle and the picture has been greeted with so much compliments,rightfully so.

CONGRATS KADUNA PUPILS !GOVERNOR EL-RUFAI DECLARES FREE EDUCATION

For Parents with pupils in Primary and Secondary Schools In Kaduna, Good times are here, as the very active Governor Nasir El-Rufai has declared free Education  for these categories in the state.

The Governor has been up and doing from his first day in the exalted position of Governing Kaduna. So this new giant stride of his didn't really come as a surprise. Our hope is that his counterparts will emulate his good works and follow suit.

This is the kind of development we need in Nigeria. We want leaders who are selfless and are able to meet the basic needs of the people that voted them in. Government should be about service, it is a task you should willingly give your all to and not see it as an avenue to siphon funds like most Nigerian leaders are wont to.

This is a step in the right direction, all the way from Kaduna State, and we look forward to more developmental news from that end.

ILE IFE ARE YOU READY? A NEW OONI TO EMERGE IN 40 DAYS

The people of the ancient Ile-ife town are gearing up for a new Monarch,after the demise of the Late Oba Okunade Sijuade,who passed away in July.

The King makers has said the new King will be picked from the Giesi ruling house of Ife.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHIMAMANDA ADICHIE

It is the Birthday of one of the greatest minds we have in Nigeria. The young literary icon ,Chimamanda Ngozi  Adichie is a year older today.

Adichie is known for her award winning novels, like Half of The Yellow Sun,to her latest Americanah.She is also a notable Feminist,we love you Chimamanda.

AUSTRALIAN BOXER DIES AFTER FIGHT

Sad news, as an Australian  Professional Boxer David Browne succumbs to death four days after a Title Super-Feather Weight  Fight against Carlo Migali.

The 28 year old died in a Sydney Hospital as a result of injuries sustained during the bout. May his soul Rest in Peace.

LACASERA CLOSES SHOP?

Popular apple drink, Lacasera is said to have shut down ,owing to protests by workers in the company over salary issues..

Over1,300staff in the company were shown the door according to sources in the organization. As a result of trying to unionize, they were given the boot.

On the outside, the product which as been in the Nigerian Market for over a decade seem to be doing so well, as it is sold in all the nooks and crannies of Lagos. It is the darling drink for most people stuck in traffic in Lagos.

So what could be this cause of this shut down?
This is bad news for all the lovers of the apple flavored drink.What will accompany their Gala?