Category: Entertainment - Page 15

10Aug

By Debo OmilaniNo Comments

Celebration, Life, Lifestyle, News, Nigeria

Kwara Gov Greets Olofa of Offa at 56

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Saturday felicitated with the Olofa of Offa Oba Mufutau Gbadamosi (Esuwoye II) on his 56th birthday. This contained in a statement signed by Rafiu Ajakaye, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor. "On the occasion of another birthday of His Royal Highness, I commend him for his focused and mature leadership of the people of Offa and his commitment to their welfare," AbdulRazaq said in a statement in Ilorin, the state capital. The Governor prayed the Almighty God to grant the Olofa many rewarding and successful years on the throne of his forefathers.

Eid-El-Kabir: Cleric Urges Nigerians to Live in Togetherness and Peace

9Aug

By Debo OmilaniNo Comments

Environment, Lifestyle, News, Nigeria, Religion

Eid-El-Kabir: Cleric Urges Nigerians to Live in Togetherness and Peace

A renowned Ibadan based Islamic Cleric, Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke on Friday urged Nigerians to live in togetherness and peace as exemplified by Prophet Mohammed. This contained in Eid - el - Kabir message which he personally issued and signed in Ibadan. Prof. Olagoke said that the country needed these attributes to achieve the desired greatness, adding that it was only in an atmosphere of peace and love that people could thrive and attain their potentials. According to him, there is the need for us to continue to exhibit love toward fellow human beings and re-dedicate our lives to the service of God, the Almighty Allah and humanity in general for a better Nigeria of our dream, as demonstrated by Prophet Muhammed (PBUH) during his earthly sojourn. The Islamic Scholar who is the...

Eid El-Kabir: Sanwo-Olu Assures Lagosians of Maximum Entertainment

8Aug

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Environment, Lagos News, Lifestyle, News, Nigeria, Religion

Eid El-Kabir: Sanwo-Olu Assures Lagosians of Maximum Entertainment

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has assured lagosians, fun lovers, tourists and religious faithful that all the various Parks and Beaches across the State are ready and in good shape to accommodate thousands of residents during the forthcoming Eid El-Kabir celebrations. The Permanent Secretary, State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Abosede Adelaja, who disclosed this at Alausa, while fielding questions from journalists, noted that Lagos is blessed with a beautiful and serene coastline of Beaches, Bays, Gardens and Parks as well as monuments and historical sites that are ideal for family picnics, sight-seeing and entertainment. She described Lagos, the State of Aquatic Splendor as the most visited by Tourists and Holiday Makers in the country due to its unique...

Eid-el- Kabir: LAWMA Urges Lagosians on Proper Waste Disposal

7Aug

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Environment, Lifestyle, News, Nigeria

Eid-el- Kabir: LAWMA Urges Lagosians on Proper Waste Disposal

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) on Wednesday urged residents to properly dispose of their domestic wastes during and after the forth-coming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The Assistant Director, Public Affairs of LAWMA, Mrs. Folashade Kadiri, disclosed this in a statement that adequate measures had been put in place to ensure that the celebration was observed in a filth-free environment, as waste evacuators have been mandated to work round the clock to clean up the city. The statement noted LAWMA’s resolve to stamp out all forms of improper waste disposal in the metropolis, which has resulted in environmental degradation, calling on residents to patronize only their assigned PSP operators. According to Mrs. Kadiri, toll-free lines had been made available to the public, f...

Eid-el-Kabir: Lagos Begins Sales of Lake Rice for Eid Celebration

5Aug

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Lagos News, Life, Lifestyle, News, Nigeria, Religion

Eid-el-Kabir: Lagos Begins Sales of Lake Rice for Eid Celebration

The Lagos State Government has commenced the sales of Lake Rice at various outlets across the State in preparation for the coming Eid-el-Kabir celebration. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture, Dr. Olayiwole Onasanya disclosed that Lake Rice is available for sale at sales centres across the State including the Agricultural Development Authority Complex, Oko-Oba; Lagos State Agriculture Inputs Supply Authority (LAISA), Ojo and the Blue Roof at LTV Complex, Agidingbi, Ikeja. Onasanya also outlined other centres where the products are obtainable such as Temu Farm Service Center, Epe; Odogunyan Farm Service Center, Ikorodu; Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere; Ministry of Agriculture Area Office, Ajah and Mobolaji Johnson Sports Center, Rowe Park at Yaba. He revealed that the...

Osinbajo, Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu, others Celebrates Jakande at 90

24Jul

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Lagos News, Lifestyle, News, Nigeria

Osinbajo, Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu, others Celebrates Jakande at 90

"Unbroken Progressive Governance Part Of Jakande’s Legacies" says Tinubu Asiwaju Tinubu on Tuesday described Jakande as a “foremost progressive in Africa”, saying his loyalty to the cause of progressive politics and his leader, the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, earned him “unmatched respect”. He disclosed this on the occasion of 90th birthday of Jakande which was held at Havens Event Centre in GRA Ikeja. The event, which was jointly organised by Lagos State Government and Jakande’s family drew high-profile dignitaries which included the Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, former Lagos state governor and National Leader of All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, his successor, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, SAN, Ogun State Governor, Mr. Dapo Abiodun, Lagos Deputy Gove...

Nigeria: Lawmaker Says Society Can Be Freed From Drug Abuse If…..

26Jun

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Fitness and Wellbeing, Legislature, Lifestyle, News, Nigeria

Nigeria: Lawmaker Says Society Can Be Freed From Drug Abuse If…..

A member of Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Gbolahan Yishawu representing Eti-Osa constituency 02 has said the country can be freed from drug abuse and illicit trafficking if institutions of criminal justice , health and social services work hand in hand to provide long lasting solutions. He said this in commemoration of International day Against Drug Abuse and illicit trafficking marked every 26th June of every year. Yishawu in his statement said in reference to United Nation that effective responses to the world's drugs problems require inclusive and accountable institutions of criminal justice, health and social services to work hand in hand to provide integrated solutions. The lawmaker who said abuse of drugs has destroyed the lives of young ones and even adults, charged i...

Nigeria: Yobe State Governor Marries 3rd Wife 24 Hours After Swearing In

30May

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News, Nigeria

Nigeria: Yobe State Governor Marries 3rd Wife 24 Hours After Swearing In

The newly elected governor of Yobe state, Mai Mala Buni has married a third wife barely 24 hours after he was sworn into office. He got married to Ummi Adama Gaidam, the daughter of Ibrahim Gaidam, the immediate past governor of the state. This means that the past governor handed over to his son-in-law. The marriage is thought to be more of a political move than a thing of the heart. They were married in a low-key event at the former governor's residence. The new bride is currently a student in Saudi Arabia.

Nigeria: Davido Mocks EFCC, Tells Them to Also Freeze His U.S Account

16Sep

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News, Nigeria

Nigeria: Davido Mocks EFCC, Tells Them to Also Freeze His U.S Account

In what was clearly a mockery of the Economic Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Davido responding to the alleged freezing of his account tweeted ""Make dem go Wells Fargo for ATL na ??" Obviously having fun with his fans on Twitter, with some offering to lend him some money with a promise to pay back with thousands of percent interest, Davido engaged with them, laughing and saying among other things "Osun go sweet die!!" "IMOLE DE!!!! PDP OSUN!!! @ademolaadeleke_01 !!! Sure sir!!" The PDP candidate in the forth coming Gubernatorial elections in Osun, Ademola Adeleke is his uncle. It is speculated that the freezing of his account and that of his dad and uncle is a move by the ruling APC to distabilize their campaign efforts. Davido simply says "Adeleke Ni oo! Meaning, It's Adele...

Wedding Ends as Mother-In Law and Bride Fight Over Food on Wedding Day

4Sep

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Lifestyle, Nigeria

Wedding Ends as Mother-In Law and Bride Fight Over Food on Wedding Day

Wonders they say shall never end. What should have been a happy and joyous celebration ended in fisticuffs as a mother-in law and her daughter-in law to be exchanged slaps and blows on the wedding day. This sad but interesting story was shared on Twitter by a user with the handle @seehausaboy. Enjoy his story: "I asked a colleague how her weekend went and she said she went for a wedding in Lagos and something dramatic happened Guys! I can’t laugh alone Issa Thread "My colleague is a friend to the groom and as such, had to represent. They worked back in day as bankers in one of the top generation Banks. There was lotsa food and drinks, DJ was on point, everything was going on smoothly. "But then again, both the groom and the bride cooked separately to ensure the meal gets to all...