Thursday, 7 April 2016

Nobody is trekking now....

True talk.

Kachikwu attributes uavailability of forex, pipeline vandalism, subsidy payments as reasons for fuel scarcity

In a short video which he posted on his Facebook wall, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources and the Group Managing Director of NNPC, Ibe Kachikwu, explained why the fuel scarcity has persisted this long. According to him, unavailability of Forex, activities of pipeline vandals and the reduction in subsidy payment had adversely affected the importation of refined oil into Nigeria by many of the oil marketers

Pics: People are ciriticising Kim Kardashian for ignoring falling daughter

The reality star is being criticized by people who have watched the Instagram video for stepping out of the way and keeping her eyes firmly on her phone as daughter North West fell to the ground right in front of her...see the video after the cut...

IPMAN debunks responsibility for the scarcity of fuel

IPMAN debunks claim that they are responsible for fuel scarcity in the country. Read the rest after the cut...

Blac Chyna and her mother look so much alike

Her Mother Ms Tokyo shared this.

Beyoncé suing the Feyoncé clothing company

According to reports, Queen Bey is suing a Texas based online bridal accessory shop called Feyoncé  for copyright infringement. Beyonce is demanding all proceeds from Feyoncéshop.com sales plus damages for illegally profiting off her trademark and likeness.

Boko Haram convicts can't be sentenced to death - Mallam Abubakar Malami

The Attorney General of the Federation, Mallam Abubakar Malami, who was represented by Sylvester Imahanobe at the launch of amnesty’s report on Global Death Sentences and Executions 2015, in Abuja, yesterday said that convicted members of the Boko Haram sect could not be sentenced to death because they were tried under the Terrorism Prevention Act.

My mother was kidnapped over fuel subsidy removal - Okonjo-Iweala says

In a recent interview with French newspaper, Le Monde, former Minister for Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, said her fight against the fraud being carried out through the subsidy regime while she was minister, led to the kidnap of her 83 years old mother.

Okonjo-Iweala said she had asked former president Goodluck Jonathan to remove the subsidy regime after the massive corruption in it was uncovered.

Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian step out in matching Yeezys (photos)

Newly engaged couple Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian were seen hanging out together in LA in matching white shirts and Yeezy's. See more photos after the cut...

Coco shows off her husband and daughter, Nicole Chanel

Coco shared this adorable photo of her hubby Ice T and daughter Nicole Chanel who just turned four months. See another photo after the cut..

Photos of Saraki and the 12 senators that followed him to CCT

Senate President Bukola Saraki pictured with the 12 senators that accompanied him to the Code of Conduct Tribunal hearing yesterday. His trial started fully on Monday April 5th.

Toke Makinwa amazing in new photo

OAP Toke Makinwa looked flawless in this new photo

Janet Jackson expecting her first child at 49? Singer announces she'll delay her tour to plan her family

Janet Jackson took to Twitter this yesterday to announce delay in her world tour to enable her and her husband start a family. She said;
"Hey, you guys. On Aug. 31, as you probably, know I launched the Unbreakable World Tour. First I just want to thank all the fans for coming out and seeing the show. Thank you so much,.

National Assembly send details of the 2016 budget to Buhari

The National Assembly says it has submitted the details of the 2016 budget to the clerk of the Assembly who will immediately forward the documents to President Buhari for scrutiny and his assent. Chairmen of the Appropriation committee of the senate and House of Representatives, ‎Sen. Danjuma Goje and Hon. Abdulmumin Jibrin, in a joint statement released yesterday, disclosed the recent development.

Stored petrol explodes killing a man and his two daughters in Lagos

A man simply identified as Shabi and his two daughters, 18 year old Mistura and 16 year old Adura, were burnt to death after some Jerry cans of petrol stored at their home in 5 Adebiyi Street, Somolu Oja in Lagos exploded on Monday night.

For 4 years after leaving office as governor, Saraki received monthly salaries from Kwara state - Witness

At the continuation of Senate President Bukola Saraki's trial at the Code of Conduct Tribunal yesterday April 6th,  Michael Wetkas, a detective of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) who started testifying against Saraki two days ago, told the court yesterday of how he, Saraki, was still collecting monthly salaries from the coffers of the state governor four years after leaving office.
The Cable reports that bank statements from Access bank showed that he collected the money from the state
"In the course of our investigation, we wrote to Access Bank for them to give us details of the salary account of the defendant. The salary that was coming into the account was N254, 212 as of 1 August 2007.

FYI Network pulls the plug on Kocktails with Khloe, the reality star responds

TMZ earlier reported that FYI Network has pulled the plug Kocktails with Khloe. The show, which features Khloe Kardashian, drinks made by the beautiful Sharone premiered in late January.

Sources tell TMZ that the network is labeling the move as an "indefinite hold," which basically means the end. The site adds that Khloé wanted to focus on her other jobs and had no interest in shooting Season 2, despite aprevious announcement that FYI had ordered 15 more episodes of Kocktails shortly after the premiere.

5yr old girl who is gradually going blind from rare disease gets her wish to see Pope Francis (photos)

Yesterday Pope Francis met Elizabeth "Lizzy" Myers, a five-year-old American girl who does not know she is gradually going blind from a rare genetic disease, Usher syndrome.  Her parents are trying to get her to see as many things as she can, including meeting the Pope.

Singer Harrysongz clarifies his 'daughter' post

There was a little misunderstanding yesterday when he called her his daughter while celebrating her birthday.

President Buhari to visit China next week

President Muhammadu Buhari will pay a state visit to China between Monday to Friday next week at the invitation of Chinese President, Xi Jinping. China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang, announced this at a press conference yesterday April 6th
“China and Nigeria enjoy a traditional friendship. This year marks the 45th anniversary of China-Nigeria diplomatic ties. During the visit, President Xi Jinping will hold talks with Buhari, and Premier Li Keqiang and top legislator Zhang Dejiang will have separate meetings with him, exchanging views on bilateral relations and issues of common concern. ‎

NLC set to declare one day nationwide strike over electricity and fuel

Leadership of the Nigeria Labor Congress NLC say they will soon be organizing a one-day warning strike over the lingering fuel scarcity ‎and the refusal of the Federal government to reduce electricity tariff. NLC President Ayuba Wabba disclosed this while speaking with newsmen during the Central Working Committee (CWC) meeting of the congress in Abuja today April 6th. No date has been set aside for the proposed strike.

President Buhari Bans ministers and top govt officials from flying first class on official trips

In the face of the financial crisis being experienced in the country presently, President Buhari has banned all ministers and all top government officials from flying first class while embarking on officials trips. The directive is contained in a statement released by Festus Akanbi, media adviser to Kemi Adeosun, Minister of finance, yesterday April 6th.

‎The Federal Government in the statement said permanent secretaries, chairmen of federal government committees, chairmen and chief executives of parastatals and agencies are to travel on business class.

Wednesday, 6 April 2016

Photos: Meet the 56yr old model who is the oldest woman to have been featured in Sports Illustrated

Nicola Griffin, a size 16, single mother from Nottingham is the oldest model to have been featured in Sports Illustrated's swimsuit edition. She took up modelling for want of something to do after her kids all flew the nest.  Now she's the star of a shoot for SLiNK magazine, the only print plus-size fashion magazine worldwide, for its 'Passion Issue', celebrating passionate women across all ages.

CCT Trial: Senators advise Bukola Saraki to resign

As his trial at the Code of Conduct Tribunal commenced yesterday April 5th, some senators have advised Senator Bukola Saraki to resign his appointment as the Senate President before he is disgraced out of office. This advise comes as the number of senators who escorted him to the CCT trial dropped to 23 yesterday April 5th. When the trial initially started, 81 senators followed him to the tribunal.

Fuel Crisis: Ambode urges residents to remain calm and law abiding

Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode has appealed to Lagosians on current fuel crisis and power shortage. The Governor said that President Buhari is deeply touched by the situation. He said government is doing everything within its power to find an immediate solution to the crisis. He urged residents to remain calm, orderly and law abiding

New video: Orezi - Double Your Hustle

Afro-pop star Orezi releases the music video for his inspiring single "Double Your Hustle". The clip which is fated to inspire is directed by Paul Gambit and features cameo appearances from top African celebrities, kcee Limpopo, Harrysong, Uti, Solid star. The track is housed on Orezi's acclaimed album "The Gehn Gehn Album"; which is available on ITunes and other music stores worldwide. Orezi would be touring the United States this May.

Fuel crisis: Pres.Buhari receives briefing from Minister of State for Petroleum, Kachikwu

President Muhammadu Buhari who is also the Minister of Petroleum, had a briefing on the lingering fuel scarcity from the Minister of State for Petroleum, Ibe Kachikwu, at the state house yesterday April 5th. This is according to Bashir Ahmad, the PA to Buhari on New Media.

Modern Family Ariel Winter shows off her bikini bod on vacation in the Bahamas (photos)

Modern Family actress Ariel Winter who just turned 18 seems to be very comfortable with her body now. The actress used to complain about how her body looked and how big her boobs were, but since her breast reduction, she has found lots of confidence in herself and her body. The actress went on vacation in the Bahamas with her boyfriend Laurent Gaudette and her Modern Family co-actor, Nolan Gould and some other friends. See more photos after the cut...

Photo: Chika Ike stuns in white dress

Stunning!

Singer Harry Songz celebrates daughter as she turned a year older

Harry Songz celebrated his daughter's birthday, Carlisa Songz, with the photo above. Happy birthday as she turned a year older yesterday. She also sent him a birthday message on his birthday, says he's the best dad in the world. See more photos after the cut...