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July 7, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: RMD shares touching tribute to late Bukky Ajayi | 50 cent bids bankruptcy case goodbye | More Stories

Here are the top stories from yesterday and some stories that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning.   Burna Boy Premieres new single on Apple Music’s Beat 1 radio On Wednesday night, Burna Boy premiered his new single titled Pree Me on Apple Music’s Beat 1 radio with Julie Adenuga. The song which... Read More
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July 7, 2016

5 things to know about Shinkafi, Nigeria’s first secret police boss

The death of Umaru Shinkafi, a former head of Nigeria’s secret police, was announced on Wednesday. According to a statement by Imam Imam, the Special Adviser on Media and Public Affair to the Sokoto state governor, Shinkafi “will be buried on Friday after burial rites are conducted according to Islamic injunction.” Shinkafi died at “the Harefield Hospital, Hill... Read More
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July 7, 2016

‘We are the Wilsons’ | Ciara and Russell Wilson confirm wedding (PHOTOS)

We reported on Wednesday that Ciara and Russell Wilson held a secret wedding in the presence of select friends and family. The newlyweds have now confirmed the wedding by posting the same picture on their respective Instagram accounts with the caption, ‘We are the Wilsons!’ https://www.instagram.com/p/BHiLGIeD8f6/?taken-by=ciara https://www.instagram.com/p/BHiLGB7BMaG/?taken-by=dangerusswilson Congrats to the Wilsons on their new journey as... Read More
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July 7, 2016

‘Killing of Nigerians abroad is unacceptable’ – FG

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs and Diaspora, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, on Wednesday, decried the killing of a 17 year-old Nigerian, Fola Orebiyi, in London. Dabiri-Erewa said this in a statement signed by her Special Assistant on Media, Abdur-Rahman Balogun. The statement noted that the killing of Orebiyi was unacceptable to the citizens and government... Read More
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July 7, 2016

‘Can’t you see the hand of God in PDP crisis?’ – Oshiomhole

The hand of God is in the leadership crisis bedeviling the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), says Edo state governor, Adams Oshiomhole. The governor said this on Wednesday while addressing Muslims in the state as part of efforts to mark the Eid-el-Fitri celebration at the Government House in Benin. While accusing the PDP of looting funds meant for... Read More
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July 7, 2016

CBN to Nigerians: ‘No need for panic withdrawals from any bank’

Following rumours making the round on social media platforms that some banks in Nigeria were facing distress, the Central Bank of Nigeria, on Wednesday, decried the reports as unfounded and untrue. The apex bank made this known in a statement signed by Isaac Okorafor, Ag. Director, Corporate Communications. The CBN said the appointment of a new board and... Read More
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Niger Delta militants
July 6, 2016

‘Buhari knows the people killing soldiers and policemen’ – Avengers

The militant group responsible for several pipeline explosions in the Niger Delta, the Niger Delta Avengers (NDA) has reacted to claims made by the senior special assistant to the president on media and publicity, Shehu Garba blaming the militants for the deaths of soldiers, policemen and civilians. In an interview, Garba Shehu had said, ‘Out... Read More
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President Buhari's bodyguard allegedly linked to Boko Haram
July 6, 2016

President Buhari has a strong message for Niger Delta militants

President Muhammadu Buhar has urged militants in the Niger Delta region of the country to give the unity of Nigeria a thought even as the bombing of oil installations and pipelines continues to affect the nation negatively. On Tuesday, the Niger Delta Avengers, a militant group, claimed responsibility for the blowing up of Chevron and... Read More
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July 6, 2016

Inter Milan complete Ever Banega’s transfer deal

Former Sevilla midfielder and Argentina international has inked a three-year contract for Serie A side, Inter Milan. Banega who spent two seasons at Sevilla, made 25 La Liga appearances last season, scoring five times and assisting two goals. “FC Internazionale is delighted to confirm that Ever Banega will wear the Nerazzurri shirt for the next three... Read More
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July 6, 2016

Ciara and Russell Wilson get married

Ciara and Russell Wilson are officially a married couple. According to E! News, the pair secretly sealed their union at the Peckforton Castle in Cheshire, England surrounded by close friends and family. Jennifer Hudson, one of Ciara’s best friends might have let the cat out of the bag as she posted photos of her gown for her friends big day. Photos... Read More
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July 6, 2016

Nollywood great, Bukky Ajayi laid to eternal rest (PHOTOS)

Nollywood Icon Bukky Ajayi, has been laid to rest at the Atan Cemetary, Yaba Lagos as her Islamic rites demands. The 82-year-old actress died on Wednesday morning at her Surulere home in Lagos as a result of a heart-related sickness. According to PUNCH, her burial was attended by ‘members of her family, close relatives and... Read More
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July 6, 2016

Kachikwu, Ngige to meet with PENGASSAN over proposed strike

As the crisis in the petroleum sector continues to grow, the Minister of Labour and Employment, Sen. Chris Ngige and Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachikwu, will on Thursday meet with representatives of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association (PENGASSAN) of Nigeria on Thursday. According to a statement released, on Wednesday, and signed... Read More
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July 6, 2016

‘Buhari, EFCC should keep their gun powder dry for me’ – Fayose

The Ekiti state governor, Ayodele Fayode, on Wednesday, said that President Muhammadu Buhari should desist from using a corrupt Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to fight corruption in Nigeria. According to a statement signed by the Special Assistant to the Governor on Public Communications and New Media, Lere Olayinka,  Fayose said that the President should... Read More
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July 6, 2016

‘I have no intention to run for 2019 election’ – Jonathan

Following media reports that former President Goodluck Jonathan might contest for the 2019 presidential election, the former president has denied the reports, saying that he has no such intentions. Speaking through his media aide, Ikechukwu Eze, the former President said that he never made any such declaration. An online media platform had alleged that Jonathan... Read More
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July 6, 2016

‘If you can endure 30 days of hunger, you can endure anything’ – Aregbesola

Governor of Osun state, Rauf Aregbesola is of the opinion that if people can survive the Ramadan fasting period, then they can survive under any circumstance. The governor aired his view on Wednesday in Osogbo while speaking after the Eid-el-Fitr prayers. Aregbesola urged Nigerians to be more tolerant and understanding so as to ensure that the... Read More
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July 6, 2016

Former head of secret police, Umaru Shinkafi is dead

Umaru Shinkafi, a titan in the political landscape of Nigeria has died. Shinkafi, also known as the Marafan of Sokoto was the vice-presidential candidate of Olu Falae in the APP/AD alliance in 1999 in the election which was eventually lost to Olusegun Obasanjo of the Peoples Democratic Party. He was also the head of the Nigeria Security Organisation (NSO),... Read More
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July 6, 2016

Celebrities react to the death of Nollywood veteran actress, Bukky Ajayi

Stakeholders in the Nigerian entertainment industry have taken to their various social media accounts to eulogise the late Bukky Ajayi who passed away on Wednesday. The iconic actress is being buried at the moment at Atan cemetery as stated by her Muslim faith. Here is they had to say about the 82-year-old actress   https://www.instagram.com/p/BHhW6-LAf9Q/?taken-by=jazzman_olofin... Read More
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July 6, 2016

‘A life well spent’… ‘She was a gem’ | Nigerian Twitter pays tribute to the late Bukky Ajayi

It is no longer news that legendary Nollywood actress Bukky Ajayi has passed on. Nigerian Netizens have taken to their twitter timelines to pay tribute to the thespian. Here is what they had to say. This makes the celebration of Bukky Ajayi by AMVCA even more beautiful. A great closing to an extraordinary character. —... Read More
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July 6, 2016

Manchester United confirm Mkhitaryan signing

Manchester United have confirmed the completion of the transfer of Henrikh Mkhitaryan from Borussia Dortmund. The Armenian midfielder joins the Red Devils on a four-year contract with the option to extend for a further year. Mkhitaryan, 27, made 140 appearances and scored 41 goals for Borussia Dortmund after joining them in 2013. Last season he... Read More
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July 6, 2016

When the late Bukky Ajayi stole our hearts at the 2016 AMVCA (WATCH)

The Nigerian entertainment scene has again lost one of its precious gems Bukky Ajayi to the cold hands of death. The legendary actress passed on moments ago at the age of 82 as a result of heart-related complications. In memory of her exceptional talent, we remember when she was honoured at the 2016 AMVCA with... Read More
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