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We have over 100 senators in ADC – Dino Melaye
During an interview on Arise Television’s “Prime Time,” former Kogi West Senator Dino Melaye claimed that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is gaining momentum and has a significant number of former and serving lawmakers. He stated that the party now has over 100 former and serving senators and around 400 former and serving members of the House of Representatives. Melaye also mentioned that the party is fast becoming a political force and attracting more former…
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Movie Making is not about having a fine face, but being a good performer – Kanayo O Kanayo states
Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has expressed deep concerns about a trend he sees as damaging to the Nigerian film industry, particularly on platforms like YouTube. He believes that casting decisions are increasingly being based on an actor’s popularity and physical appearance rather than their genuine acting skills.In a video shared on his Instagram page, the actor stated that he has decided to take control of his own creative path on his YouTube platform.…
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Mary is not just a daughter in-law, the love I have for her is strong- Pete Edochie speaks on Yul’s wife
Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has shared his strong affection for his son Yul’s estranged wife, May Edochie. During an interview with media personality Chude, the 77-year-old actor emphasized that his bond with May goes beyond a typical in-law relationship. He stated, “Mary is not just a daughter-in-law. I don’t want to say that I love Mary more than the other wives of my sons. But the love I have for Mary is so strong.”…
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Peter Obi and I are aligned – Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour joins ADC
Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Labour Party’s (LP) 2023 governorship candidate in Lagos, announced that he got the green light from LP’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, before he made the move to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Rhodes-Vivour stated that Lagos cannot be pocketed by one man. “Yes, certainly. A representative of his was at the declaration on Saturday. Peter Obi and I are communicating, we are aligned. There is no…
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Artistes no longer make meaningful music – Bright Chimezie
Veteran Nigerian musician Bright Chimezie has voiced concerns about the lack of lyrical depth in today’s music. While acknowledging that many contemporary artists produce catchy tunes, he noted that their songs often fall short in meaningful content. Speaking on a recent episode of the CreativTea podcast, Chimezie urged younger musicians to focus on incorporating rich, thoughtful lyrics into their work. He reflected on his own era, saying that the music he and his peers created…
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My pastor told me not to accept acting jobs on Sundays – Actor Yemi Solade on why he stopped attending church for 10 years
Veteran Nollywood actor Yemi Solade has revealed why he has stayed away from church services for more than ten years, citing personal experiences that conflicted with his career and peace of mind. Speaking on the Honest Bunch Podcast, Solade recalled a turning point in 2013 when a pastor at his former church instructed him not to accept acting jobs on Sundays. The directive made him uncomfortable, as it directly impacted his profession and livelihood. “That…
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”Without submission in marriage, there will be division” Reno Omokri weighs in on Femi Otedola’s advice to daughter
Reno Omokri recently shared his thoughts on marriage, emphasizing that a relationship lacking submission is likely to face division. He expressed this view on his Instagram page while reflecting on advice billionaire businessman Femi Otedola gave his daughter, Temi, during her wedding to singer Mr Eazi in August. At the wedding reception, Otedola told Temi that Eazi is now her “boss” and urged her to submit to him at all times. Omokri used this moment…
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DSS gives Sowore one week ultimatum to delete post against Tinubu
The Department of State Services (DSS) has given human rights activist Omoyele Sowore a one-week ultimatum to remove a social media post it deemed “false, malicious, and inciting” against President Bola Tinubu. In a letter dated September 7, the DSS alleged that Sowore made criminal and derogatory statements in an X post on August 26, calling the President a criminal and accusing him of misleading Nigerians by claiming corruption no longer exists under his administration.…
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They are conditioning us to accept glitches in 2027 election – Aisha Yesufu raises alarm
Activist Aisha Yesufu has expressed concern that Nigerians are being conditioned to accept “system glitches” ahead of the 2027 elections. In a post on X, she alleged that the recent surge in technical disruptions across institutions was deliberate, warning that similar failures could be excused during the next polls. Her remarks follow ongoing debates about the 2023 elections, which were marred by glitches on INEC’s Result Viewing Portal. Recent disruptions at JAMB and WAEC have…
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It is purely a political strategy – Kenneth Okonkwo speaks on why Peter Obi proposed one-term presidency
Opposition coalition member Kenneth Okonkwo has claimed that Peter Obi’s pledge to serve only one term as president was a political strategy aimed at winning northern support. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Okonkwo argued that without such a promise, Obi risked losing northern votes. He added that for any opposition party to successfully challenge an incumbent, its candidate must agree to a single term to prevent any region from feeling marginalized. “So I brought…
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Tinubu: I understand the word ‘working’. I understand the word ‘vacation’. The sentence ‘working vacation’ is something else – Shehu Sani
Former Kaduna Central senator, Shehu Sani, has criticized the Presidency’s description of President Bola Tinubu’s trip to Europe as a “working vacation.” In a post on X, Sani wrote: “I understand the word ‘working’. I understand the word ‘vacation’. The sentence ‘working vacation’ is something else.” Tinubu left Abuja on Thursday, September 4, for his 2025 annual leave in Europe. According to the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the vacation will…
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The Tax is unfair at struggling Nigerians – ADC Bolaji Abdullahi
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has sharply criticized the Federal Government for imposing a new 5% tax on petrol, labeling it an extra burden on Nigerians already struggling with the removal of fuel subsidies In a statement released on Thursday, ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, called the timing of the tax deeply insensitive. He urged the government to suspend the measure until Nigerians start seeing real benefits from ongoing economic reforms. Abdullahi also challenged…
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