Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola popularly called Portable has thrown a jab which has been interpreted to be aimed at Davido amidst the criticism for supporting the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Gboyega Oyetola.
Recall that Portable in the past few days has been receiving backslash for campaigning for APC, including the presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu.
Responding to critics and throwing a shade, Portable in a video shared on his social media page said his father is not a rich man but he is the glory of his family.
Portable claimed he is a street boy and had left the home because of money.
The singer added that he would not like to suffer the same way as the father, the reason he had opened his brain.
It was earlier reported that the APC was mocked online over the hilarious display of Portable, during the mega rally of the party in Osun State.
In photos that emerged online, Portable stripped off his shorts and clothes while holding the symbol of APC, ‘the broom’.
The photos generated online reactions from many social media users, with some expressing displeasure at the singer, while others claim APC would regret calling Portable for the rally.
The home of the former Governor of Bauchi State, Adamu Muazu, was invaded by gunmen suspected to be bandits.
Naija News reports that Muazu was a two-term Governor of Bauchi and later became the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
It was learned that the gunmen stormed Muazu’s country home in Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area of the state and killed his nephew, Danladi Mu’azu.
According to multiple sources, the bandits killed the former governor’s nephew and abducted the three others during the attack which occurred on Wednesday.
The three persons abducted by the gunmen include Mu’azu’s sister, Hajiya Asma’u Adamu, Malama Halima Abdullahi and a lady named Nura.
A resident of Boto, Hashimu Abubakar, told the newspaper that the gunmen had not contacted the family to negotiate a ransom for the release of the abductees.
He added that all the phones of the three kidnap victims have been switched off by the kidnappers.
Reacting to the development, the Bauchi State Police Command said efforts are ongoing to rescue the abductees and bring the perpetrators to book.
The second round of voting for the next minister of the United Kingdom concluded with British-Nigerian, Kemi Bedenoch, scaling through with 49 votes.
This was disclosed in a tweet by Andrew Stephenson MP, Co-Chairman of the Conservative Party after the committee confirmed the result of the second ballot of the parliamentarians in the leadership contest.
Former Chief Finance Minister of the UK, Rishi Sunak, still maintains the lead with 101 votes.
Others remaining are Penny Mordaunt (83), Liz Truss (64 ) and Tom Tugendhat (32 ).
Suella Braverman was disqualified for scoring 27.
In the first round on Wednesday, Bedenoch, the country’s ex-minister for Equalities secured 40 votes; with the number adding up on Thursday, her acceptance obviously grew among the voters.
The voting process will continue till September 2, when one out of the two contestants remaining will be declared as UK prime minister on September 5.
An Ikeja Special Offences Court has convicted the embattled Nollywood actor, Olanrewaju James, alias Baba Ijesha, of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old minor.
Justice Oluwatoyin Taiwo, in a two-hour judgment on Thursday, convicted Baba Ijesha of indecent treatment of a child, sexual assault, and attempted sexual assault
Taiwo, however, discharged and acquitted him of count one and count six, which were: sexual assault by penetration and attempted sexual assault by penetration.
At the time of filing this report, the case has been stood down for a few minutes for the sentencing of the convict.
A former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Jimi Agbaje, has denied joining the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Naija News reports that some posts on social media had claimed that Agbaje had left the PDP for the APC to back the ruling party¡¯s presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu.
Reacting in a chat with The PUNCH on Wednesday, Agbaje denied leaving the opposition party.
Asked if he had defected, Agbaje replied, ¡°Definitely not. No truth to the story.¡±
Recall that an aide to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, Joe Igbokwe, had hinted that Agbaje may have returned to the APC.
Igbokwe, in a post shared on Facebook on Wednesday, had said that information getting to him indicates that the former governorship candidate of the PDP in Lagos state had joined the ruling party.
He wrote: ¡°I hear Jimi Agbaje is back in APC to support Asiwaju BAT. Please let someone help verify this.¡±
In a post that also went viral on various social media platforms, Jimi Agbaje was alleged to have called on youths to embrace APC in the country.
Titled ¡®Awalokan 2023,¡¯ a text shared along with the picture read, ¡°I¡¯m fully back in APC to join our South-West leaders as well as progressive Family and friends in Lagos State.
¡°The Awalokan 2023 is a project that both young and old in all the nooks and crannies of the Southwest should be embraced.
¡°On this note, I sincerely join APC from the major opposition party to add my strength.
¡°I believe It¡¯s time to support and also appreciate Senator Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as next President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in the forthcoming Presidential election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress.¡±
Raheem Sterling has completed a £45m transfer to Chelsea FC and hopes to continue his success in the London club.
The 27-year-old signed a five-year contract at Stamford Bridge with the option of another 12 months.
He becomes the first signing of Thomas Tuchel after the takeover of Chelsea by Todd Boehly.
Sterling said, “I’ve obviously achieved a lot in my career so far, but there is still so much more to achieve and I’m really looking forward to doing that in a Chelsea shirt, under Thomas’ management.
“London is my home and where it all started for me, and it’s amazing I now have the opportunity to play in front of friends and family week in, week out at Stamford Bridge. I’m really looking forward to meeting the fans there soon.
“I can’t wait to get going now and continue to do my talking on the pitch.”
In a statement on his Twiter he said, ‘Seven seasons. Eleven major trophies. A lifetime of memories. To the coaching staff who have played a massive role in my development over the years, to my teammates who have become more than just those I share a pitch with, to the office staff, to the fans who have tirelessly supported the team. And to everyone involved with Manchester City. My respect for you couldn’t be greater.
“What a ride it’s been. I am thankful for the ups and the downs, as it’s downs that have, at times, tested my strength and resolve and enabled me to stand here in front of you as the best possible version of myself.
“I arrived in Manchester as a 20-year-old. Today, I leave as a man. Thank you for your endless support. It’s been an honour to wear the shirt of Manchester City.”
Chelsea co-owner and chairman Todd Boehly said: “Raheem Sterling is a serial winner and his signing is an important step in strengthening our squad. We are delighted for Raheem to return to London with Chelsea, and we look forward to seeing his world-class talent on display at Stamford Bridge.”
The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba, has ordered a ban on the use of Spy Vehicle Number Plates across the nation.
Naija News reports that the Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, made this known in a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja.
Baba stated that all approval for all spy vehicle number plates has been revoked indefinitely irrespective of whether it is authorized or not.
He stated that the ban followed the continuous disregard for traffic rules, regulations and other extant laws guiding road use by individuals’ with Spy plates.
Baba directed policemen and officers of other security agencies attached to VIPs to ensure prompt compliance or face arrest.
He told the Commissioners of Police in States, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and supervisory Assistant Inspectors General of Police to swing into action.
The police boss specifically directed police officers to ensure that all SPY number plates in use are confiscated.
Baba, however, warned that while carrying out the assignment, officers must ensure the rights and privileges of citizens are respected.
The police boss added that the owners of such vehicles should not be arrested unless they are police officers or officers of other security agencies on escort duties.
Baba advised members of the public to cooperate with the Police in this regard as the moves are aimed at strengthening the nation’s internal security.
Award-winning superstar, David Adeleke popularly known as Davido has visited Osun state to rally support for his uncle, Senator Ademola Adeleke.
Adeleke is the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for Saturday’s governorship election.
In a video shared online, the DMW boss is seen touring the state in a carnival-like manner while receiving cheers and applause from supporters.
Davido’s visit comes a day before the PDP mega rally in the state to drum support for Adeleke. Atiku Abubakar, PDP presidential candidate, and state governors elected under the party’s platform are expected to be in attendance.
In a related development, popular singer Portable has declared support for Gboyega Oyetola, governorship candidate of the All-Progressives Congress (APC).
The Zazu crooner in a video posted on his Instagram page on Wednesday urged his fans in Osun to vote for the governor, who was sitting beside him.
Despite the presence of other candidates, the Osun governorship election is expected to be a two-horse race between the current governor, Gboyega Oyetola of the ruling APC, and Senator Ademola Adeleke of the PDP.
Coincidentally, both men battled it out in 2018 with Oyetola narrowly emerging victorious after a controversial re-run.
2023 Election: Nigerian Pastors, Should Stop Creating Religious Crisis – Prophet Israel Genesis
…Advises Spiritual leaders to visit Abuja for a closed-door meeting
There has been many opinions about the recent announcement of Vice Presidential candidate by the ruling APC, many condemned while many have contrary opinion one of the loud voices among the set that sees nothing wrong is Prophet Israel Oladele of Genesis Global. In his words, “My brothers, and sisters, whether you’re from North, South or West, we need to embrace each others, there’s no need for religious desegregation, no Christians should hate Muslims, how can we because of elections and hate ourselves so deep? this is far against the words of God.
‘Many may not understand what I’m trying to insinuating, but you and I know better. In the history of Nigeria, there is no Government that has not been fair to the Christian Community in this country, guess we shouldn’t make Christians to hate Muslims as much as we have a Political party with a Muslim-Muslim ticket currently treading, which I believe that shouldn’t mean we should/must crucified ourselves, instead of our spiritual leaders, clerics, clergy should approach Presidency for a closed-door meeting just the same way Politicians used to do at least for peace and unity amongst ourselves in which I believe taking such steps would have solve the whole Political/Religion brouhaha emanating from every State in this country, am saying this in the presence of God Almighty the created of the universe, I Israel Oladele Ogundipe popularly known as ‘Genesis’ don’t belong to any Political party and that is just the truth.
Some of these muslims, when you get to the North especially those governor among them we read it they’re the highest sponsored of Christian Pilgrims every year till date, and they are also taking special care of Christians giving them good treatment in IDPs camp, so why do we have to hate our fellow brothers and sisters?
I am speaking boldly without fear or favour from any Politicians and again, I will have to put this straight to the general public that I do not receive salary or a dime from the past or present Government or any Politicians to say this but rather expressing my feelings because at this juncture, the facts need to be told.
Prophet Israel Genesis, when speaking through his media aide Oluwaseun Fabiyi said he vividly remember sometimes in the past when a sitting Northern Governor insisted that he wanted Christians IDPs to stay together with their Muslim counterparts in various designated IDP camps in Maiduguri while some of the so called spiritual leaders felt it wise to separate Christian to avoid frictions between displaced persons dealing with trauma. It is obvious that some of Nigerian religious leaders are the major problems of this country and not the government.
He continued that God positioned them in a place to always be advising government, and guide those in power in their prayers, but instead they’re creating religious crisis. Enough of religious rascality” he added.
