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I raised 300M in 12 hours for my movie – Basketmouth reveals
Comedian, Basketmouth has expressed his views on the film industry, emphasizing the importance of proper budgeting for movie production. In an interview, Basketmouth highlighted the importance of adequate funding in producing top-quality films and cautioned against financial mismanagement. He shared an experience where he raised 300 million Naira for a project within 12 hours. Basketmouth also advocated for intergenerational collaboration in the film industry, emphasizing that both veteran and emerging filmmakers can learn from each…
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Tinubu is the bad person – Aisha Yesufu replies Ndume who told the President to avoid bad people
Activist and politician Aisha Yesufu has labeled President Bola Tinubu as a bad leader. Yesufu’s remarks came in response to Borno South Senator, Ali Ndume, who claimed that those in Tinubu’s inner circle are responsible for the country’s economic difficulties. Ndume stated that certain individuals are behind the “harmful policies” of the Tinubu administration, instead of prioritizing inflation control and stabilizing the exchange rate. He also expressed concern about the rising prices of fuel, food,…
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NNPC: Reverse sudden fuel price hike – Peter Obi tells Tinubu
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), on Saturday, urged President Bola Tinubu to roll back the recent increase in fuel pump prices. Obi criticized the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) for the abrupt price hike, calling it insensitive and unfortunate. In a post on X, Obi warned that the sudden increase in fuel prices would negatively affect Nigeria’s economic stability. He wrote: “As Nigerians continue to groan under extremely…
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It’s his private time, he can go anywhere – Presidential aide, Bayo Onanuga, tells Nigerians knocking President Tinubu for travelling to UK/France for his leave
Presidential Spokesperson Bayo Onanuga has responded to Nigerians criticizing President Tinubu for taking his annual leave, first in the UK and now in France. On Friday, October 12, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Political and Other Matters, Ibrahim Masari, announced that President Tinubu had departed the UK, where he had been on a two-week vacation, and had now traveled to Paris, France.
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Mele Kyari loses 24-year-old daughter
The Group Managing Director of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, tragically lost his 24-year-old daughter on Friday. She was laid to rest in Abuja following Islamic rites. Her passing was revealed in a condolence message shared by Bashir Ahmad, a former aide to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari. Posting on X, he wrote: “Deepest condolences to @MKKyari, OFR, the GCEO of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, on the passing of his 25-year-old daughter,…
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Resist bad advice people are suffering -Ali Ndume tells Tinubu
Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has raised concerns that certain individuals are working to undermine President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. He highlighted the sharp rise in fuel, food, and essential goods prices, which has become unaffordable for many Nigerians, particularly the poor. In a statement, Ndume warned that these elements are attempting to turn the public against Tinubu by pushing harmful reforms and policies rather than addressing inflation and exchange rates. He stressed…
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Immigration stopped me from leaving Nigeria, claimed I am on watchlist- Sowore
Omoyele Sowore, the African Action Congress presidential candidate in the 2023 election, revealed that the Nigerian Immigration Service has prevented him from leaving the country, as his name appears on their watchlist. Sowore shared this information in a statement and video posted on X on Friday, stating that he is being subjected to harassment and a violation of his rights. He wrote, “The Nigerian Immigration Service #nigimmigration continues to subject me to unwarranted harassment and…
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(Photo)Ooni of Ife honors first lady, Oluremi Tinubu with golden statue
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye OgunwusiIn in a grand ceremony at Obafemi Awolowo University, Osun State, honored Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, by unveiling a golden statue in her tribute. The Ooni also contributed a 2.7km Senator Oluremi Tinubu Way, a grand pavilion, and a monument on the university campus, honoring her exemplary leadership, commitment to education, women’s empowerment, and national unity. In response, Mrs. Tinubu pledged N1 billion toward the university’s horticultural landscaping,…
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Wike/Fubara, NNPC/Dangote: There are 6 crisis in Nigeria that only God can resolve – Shehu Sani
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, on Friday highlighted six crises in Nigeria that he believes only God can resolve. Sani pointed to the conflict between Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, as one that requires divine intervention. He also mentioned the Kano Emirate crisis involving Emir Muhammad Sanusi and the Ado Bayero family. In a post on X, the former senator further noted that the…
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More hardship coming, Nigerians will revolt over economic blackout’ – Primate Ayodele
The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, warned on Friday that 2025 will bring increased hardship. He indicated that an economic downturn could lead to public unrest against the Nigerian government. In a statement from his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele emphasized that the government has failed to address the ongoing difficulties faced by citizens. He pointed out that while Nigerians are currently suffering, adding that the situation will worsen next…
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We have top-class actors in Nigeria who can play that role even better – Bob-Manuel Udokwu on Idris Elba playing lead in ‘Things Fall Apart’ series TV Adaptation
Nollywood veteran Bob-Manuel Udokwu has responded to reports that Hollywood actor Idris Elba will portray “Okonkwo” in a television adaptation of Chinua Achebe’s influential novel Things Fall Apart. According to Variety, the series is in development at A24, with Elba and Gina Carter as executive producers under their 22Summers banner. In an interview with Channels TV, Udokwu stated that while he has no objection to Elba in the lead role, he believes Nigeria has exceptional…
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Prioritize having kids over marriage for career success – Laide Bakare advises ladies
Nollywood actress Laide Bakare has encouraged career-driven women to prioritize having children over getting married. In an interview with Nollywood On Radio, Bakare shared her views on achieving long-term career success, stating that marriage is not a prerequisite for starting a family, drawing from her personal experience. “If you are aspiring to be a successful superstar as a young girl, I would advise you to get married and have kids early so that you can…
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