Meet The Nigerian Woman Whose Womb Has Produced A President, Vice President, A Minister And Wives Of Governors

The woman pictured left below is Hajia Dada Yar’Adua, the matriach of the Yar’Adua family. She was married to Musa Yar’Adua, a former Minister.

Her son, Shehu Musa Yaradua, was Vice President from 1979-1981. Another son of hers, Umaru Musa Yaradua, was Governor of Katsina State for 8 years 1999-2007, and later President of Nigeria 2007-2009 when he died.
Her grandson, Alh. Murtala Shehu Yaradua, was a Minister between 2009-2011. Three of her granddaughters were wives of Governors of three different states.

Amazing! Such a blessed woman.

Ten (10) Nigerian Celebrities Who Were Born Rich

Here is a list of popular Nigerian celebrities who came from a wealthy home. Trust me, these 10 celebrities will wow you.

Very few celebrities are usually from wealthy homes, but there have been quite a few Nigerians who have been able to become popular celebrities despite their wealthy backgrounds.

10. Ozzy Bosco

8-year old music wonder, Ozzy Bosco is a music sensation that has collaborated with several a-list artist such as Olamide and others.

8 year old precocious music sensation, Oziomachukwu Favour Mojekwu, better known as Ozzy Bosco starts off our list. The rising celebrity has done music collaboration with the likes of M.I and Flavour and has just as much class as the top Music Stars in Nigeria.

He has performed for the likes of Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremade, Speaker Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Adeyemi Ikuforiji, and other top crème de la crème in Nigeria.

His mother, Elizabeth Nonye Mojekwe is a successful and influential multinational business woman affiliate with various companies.

Here is a list of popular Nigerian celebrities who came from a wealthy home. Trust me, these 10 celebrities will wow you.

9. Waliyah

Waliyah is an emerging Afro-Pop singer, performer and songwriter. She recently made waves in the entertainment scene in Nigeria with her unique brand of music.

She is the daughter of the revered late M.K.O Abiola.

Here is a list of popular Nigerian celebrities who came from a wealthy home. Trust me, these 10 celebrities will wow you.

8. Tillaman

This glamorous upcoming pop-star is royalty. Prince Adetona Adeyemi, stage named Tilaman has done a hit single titled “Ko ma roll” wherein he featured stars like Iyanya, Ice Prince, Burna Boy and Phyno.

He is the son of His Royal Highness, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III, the Alaafin of Oyo.

Here is a list of popular Nigerian celebrities who came from a wealthy home. Trust me, these 10 celebrities will wow you.

7. Rita Dominic

Rita Dominic is a fascinating Nigerian actress and singer considered to be the Most Outstanding Actress (The City People Awards, 2004).

She was born into the Royal Waturuocha family of Aboh Mbaisu region in Imo State, Nigeria.

Here is a list of popular Nigerian celebrities who came from a wealthy home. .

6. Dr. Sid

Sidney Onoriode Esiri, popularly known as Dr. Sid is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and dentist. He is signed with household name’ record label, Mavin Records and has made hit songs still charting top in the Nigerian music scene.

His mother is a successful fashion designer and his father is the deceased veteran Nollywood actor, Justus Esiri, who was a Member of the Order of the Niger (MON).

Here is a list of popular Nigerian celebrities who came from a wealthy home. Trust me, list will wow you.

5. D’banj

Dapo Daniel Oyebanjo aka D’Banj or fondly called the Koko Master is a dazzling Nigerian music star who has bagged music awards like the MTV Europe Music Awards 2007, for Best African Act,MTV Africa Music Awards 2009, for Artist of the year, et al.

He is the son of Colonel Daniel Duro Oyebanjo, a Nigerian Military Officer who commanded an artillery regiment.

Here is a list of popular Nigerian celebrities who came from a wealthy home. Trust me, this list  will wow you.

4. Lynxx

Chukki Edozien popularly known as Lynxx came into the music scene in the last quarter of 2009 in grand style, releasing his first single “change your parade” and went on to release another hit song “fine lady”.

He is the first Nigerian artiste to be endorsed by global brand, Pepsi. His father, John Edozien is a corporate tycoon, being the Chairman of a number of Nigerian Companies including Jenkyns Consult Nigeria Limited and Mercedes Benz Automobile Services Limited.

He also serves as Director of Linkage Assurance Plc and Diamond Bank plc since 2008.

Here is a list of popular Nigerian celebrities who came from a wealthy home. Trust me, list will wow you.

3. DJ Cuppy

Florence Otedola, better known as D.J Cuppy is a Nigerian-British entertainer, disc jocker and celebrity. She launched her new project, House of Cuppy on 8th August 2014.

Her Father is Billionaire Femi Otedola, CEO Forte Oil Plc. He is also the Nigerian President and CEO of Zenon Petroleum and Gas Limited.

Here is a list of popular Nigerian celebrities who came from a wealthy home. Trust me, this list will wow you.

2. Naeto C

Naetochukwu Chikwe popularly known as Naeto C, is a Nigerian rapper and record producer.

He is the son of a former Minister of Aviation, Kema Chikwe, who is presently the Nigerian Ambassador to Ireland.

1. Davido

David Adeleke popularly known as Davido is a sensational Nigerian singer and song writer, who is one of those young Nigerian artists that has swept the Nigerian entertainment scene with his outstanding hit songs.

His father, Dr. Deji Adeleke is the chairman of Keplo-Pacific Energy Pacific, a company which is into banking, steel, power and energy. Davido’s father is also the founder and pro-chancellor of Adeleke University, Ede in Osun State. Davido’s uncle, Senator Isiaka Adeleke, is a former Governor of Osun State.

Earth tremor hits Abuja.

The tremor reportedly occurred in Mpape and Maitama Districts. The incident occurred at about 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday night and 6:00 a.m. Thursday morning.
• Urges residents to take precautions
Fred Itua, Abuja
The Federal Government, through the Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), has urged residents to take precautions, following a purported earth tremor, which occurred in some parts of the city on Wednesday night and Thursday morning.
The tremor reportedly occurred in Mpape and Maitama Districts of the FCT, Abuja. The incident occurred at about 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday night and 6:00 a.m. on Thursday morning. A resident of Mpape, who declined to be named, told Daily Sun, last night, that the tremor led to stampede in the area and that she had to take cover under her table while the vibration lasted.
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She blamed it on alleged quarry activities and blasting of rocks in Mpape District. She also said explosives are usually used during blasting of the rocks.
FEMA, in statement, said the tremor maybe a sign of seismic movement within the earth and said “it could also be caused by a sudden break along lines which result in sudden release of energy that makes the ground to shake.
The statement was signed by FEMA Director General of, Mr. Abbas Idriss.

War against plastics, Nigerian youth sponsors program.

A young Nigerian innovator that has decided to make a difference in the world to start the war against plastic waste .  simple walk on any beach, anywhere, and the plastic waste spectacle is present. All over the world the statistics are ever growing, staggeringly. Tons of plastic debris (which by definition are waste that can vary in size from large containers, fishing nets to microscopic plastic pellets or even particles) is discarded every year, everywhere, polluting lands, rivers, coasts, beaches, and oceans.Plastics are integral part of society and have varied application. Plastics are composed of a network of molecular monomers bound together to form macromolecules. There are increasing concerns due to non degradability and generation of toxic gases on combustion during incineration. Due to fabrication of desired shape colour and specification convenient to customers there is increasing application in packaging, agriculture, automobiles and biomedical. They are indispensable to the modern generation due to development in information technology, intelligent and smart packaging system. Efforts are in progress for development of efficient and precise conversation of renewable raw materials into innovative polymeric product through recent technologies which are superior in terms of performance, environmental and cost perspectives. In rivers and at coastal regions the marine pollution is increasing at a faster rate due to indiscriminate disposal by the consumers. R&D studies are now centred for investigating whether consumption of plastic debris by marine organism translates into toxic exposures for people who consume seafood with particular relevance to plasticisers, stabilizers, heavy metals viz phthalates, BPA, lead cadmium, methyl mercury. Biological effects from pollution are linked with resulting economic effects and losses. A cornerstone of sustainable development is the establishment of affordable, effective and truly sustainable waste management practices in developing countries.Plastic waste management is a critical issue. Over 300 million metric tons of plastics are produced in the world annually and about fifty percent of this volume is for disposal applications, product that are discarded within a year of their purchase. It is the boon and bane of our times. Although there are multiple uses, its waste and the resultant pollution clogs up our rivers, oceans, lands and adversely affects the biodiversity. We need to plan for disposal of new synthetic product, implants etc which have completed their shelf life. In future polymeric adhesives and implants are to be developed which address total joint replacement features for ... Read more
features for patients with varied complications and age. It should be robust, biocompatible with surface treatment options to allow for reduced friction and wear throughout the implant life. In a CPCB supported study we have found that the soil and ground water quality may be affected in dumpsite areas.

The International Organisation for standardization [ISO] Organisation for Economic Cooperation [OECD] and development, British specification [BS] Indian Standards [IS] need to be implemented for appropriate application and safe disposal. Globally steps are being taken for development of environmental friendly, innovative plastic items using the concept of green chemistry and also with safe disposal methods. Integrated waste management practices are to be encouraged, strengthened and supported with state of art scientific applications.

Warri Billionaire, Kenneth Bramor gifts wife a Rolls Royce after marrying a 2nd wife

Kenneth Bramor, a popular Warri Billionaire has reportedly bought a Rolls Royce for his wife and mother of four kids.

According to reports, Mr. Kenneth bought Timi the luxury ride to appreciate her for being with him since day one, and for all the hurt he caused the mother of his four kids after marrying a second wife in November 2017.

Insiders say “Ken has been with Timi and spent two months straight with her Abroad trying to make it up to her…..The RR is currently parked in the Magodo home Timi normally stays in whenever she is in Nigeria before she heads on to Warri.”

Timi whom sources allege was with Mr Ken before he made money also lives in a house in Knights bridge bought in her name by Ken.

“The Black RR was gifted to Timi for enduring all the heart ache her hubby meted out to her when he married a second wife but all well between them and he has assured her of his love and been by her side and is overlooking all threats from any angle”

Ken and his 2nd Wife

Motorists lament as N470 Million Niger bridge collapses

Motorists and commuters were stranded for over four hours on Friday following the collapse of a bridge in Dangana in the Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State.

The people condemned the government for abandoning the structure which had reportedly gulped millions of naira.

Findings show that the bridge contract was awarded in January, 2017 at the cost of N470m by the state government to ease the suffering of motorists and commuters in the community.

Northern City News gathered on Sunday that the project contractor, Soject Nigeria Limited, abandoned the site following the failure of the government to pay the balance of N77m.

A driver, Adamu Lapai, told newsmen that the government was playing politics with the bridge, noting that the failure to complete the facility was causing untold hardship to the people.

“Government is extremely insensitive to the plight and the suffering of the people. If government had paid the contractor the balance of the contract sum as at last year, he would have completed the bridge by now,” he explained.

“Because of the forthcoming general elections, we learnt that the government has released N77m for the completion of the project. Honestly speaking, if they fail to complete that bridge before the election, God knows they will not get one vote from Gulu, Lapai and other communities,” Lapai added.

The motorist, who spent over four hours on the bridge, added that “There was no financial commitment on the side of the government and that was what made the work to stop thereby inflicting suffering on those using the bridge.”

The Village Head of Dangana community, Yanusa Abdullahi, said that motorists and commuters were going through difficully on the bridge, noting that farmers could no longer take their produce to the market.

“People of my community and others that make use of the bridge are suffering a lot; at times they find it difficult to take their farm produce to nearby villages or towns to sell due to the collapse of the bridge.

“Without that bridge, farmers cannot go to the market to sell their farm produce. We are appealing to the state government to speed up the construction to ameliorate the suffering of the local farmers of Dangana,” Abdullahi stated.

He said the temporary diversion created by the construction company was not helping matters as vehicles were getting stranded inside the river.

The Project Manager, Suject Construction Ltd., Milad Jarbanda, gave the assurance that the bridge would be completed in 10 days.

Top 10 Richest Nollywood actors and their net worths.

Who are the richest Nollywood actors? You may see their play on the screen, but you barely know them in real life! Take a look at top 10 richest Nollywood actors and their net worths!

10. Pete Edochie – $3.8 million

Chief Edochie is a legendary actor, philanthropist, TV personality, and producer. He is indigenous Enugu city. Nonetheless, he got his education from Zaria of Kaduna State. Pete Edochie is a veteran of Nollywood.

In 1980, Pete Became famous after starring in the “Things Fall Apart.” The role Okonkwo provided him the first steps to the actor`s career. He won various international awards for his role in the series. After that, Peter Edochie became one of the richest actors in Nollywood. He starred in more than 200 movies. That`s how he earned his net worth of $3.8 million.

9. Nkem Owoh – $3.9 million

Nkem Owoh starred in one of the most popular series of the 80s, like “New Masquerade” and “Things Fall Apart.” He also gained huge popularity from movies, like Osuofia in London, Mr. Trouble, Spanner, Ghana Must Go, A Fool at 40, Taboo and so on… Nkem Owoh comical roles took him far beyond of the movie industry! It provided him the overall net worth of $3.9 million!

8. John Okafor – $4.2 million

John Okafor roles in the comic movies provided him a significant amount of money in the Nollywood! His net worth is about $4.2 million.

7. Ramsey Noah – $4.5 million

Ramsey Noah romantic skills provided him a huge boost for the overall his performance! He was named the most handsome and richest actor in Nigeria many times. His acting career started in 1993, but his popularity still helps him to get a lot of money! He managed to reach $4.5 million in his net worth.

6. Mike Ezuruonye – $4.7 million 

It`s one of the richest Nollywood actors who came to the industry out of banking. His endorsement contract with Glo company helped him to increase the overall net worth He made a huge step from his first movie “Broken Marriage. today, his net worth is around $4.7 million!

5. Segun Arinze – $5.1 million 

Segun Arinze is an actor, songwriter, scriptwriter, director, producer, and singer. His voice and acting abilities provide him a huge development in the career. You might have heard his voice over various Radio and TV commercials. Segun Arinze gained his main audience at the beginning of the 90s. Since the early 90s, he has remained a top Nollywood actor!

4. Chidi Mokeme – $7 million 

Chidi Mokeme is one of the biggest Nigerian actors, models and TV hosts. He has been an actor in the Nigerian Movie industry since 1995. Since then, he has become one of the most successful actors in his Nollywood.

3. Jim Iyke – $8 million 

It`s another golden icon for a lot of young Nigerian actors. This personality got his popularity in 2001. The first roles did not get him much attention, but he he’s now a top Nollywood actor.

2. Desmond Elliot – $10 million 

Desmond Elliot is one of the richest Nollywood superstars you may see today. He`s one of the greatest directors and actors and he’s also a politicians.

1. Richard Mofe Damijo – $15 million 

He’s is the richest Nollywood actor in Nigeria! His popularity is admired by many people in Nigeria. He’s got various endorsement deals which ultimately gained him over $15 million in his net worth!

Newly elected Apc chairman assassinated

The newly elected chairman of All Progressives Congress in Imo State Sunny Ejiagwu has been murdered by suspected assassins.

Ejiagwu was murdered in the early hours of Friday.

Until his death, he was the party chairman in Ideato North Local Government of Imo state. He was one of the 27 LGAs chairmen inaugurated on Monday by the new state chairman, Daniel Nwafor.

39 year old mother of five declares bid for Presidency (photos)

A female presidential aspirant under the National Interest Party, Mrs. Eunice Atuejide, on Friday made her declaration in Abuja, noting that Nigeria was not developing because of the “problem of vested interests”.

Atuejide, a mother of five children from Enugu State, said the country needed “level-headed people who will not focus on any group or vested interests but who will pursue our National Interest with all the tools available to them.”

The presidential aspirant, who accepted that she was gripped with the “fear of the unknown”, promised a transparent and accountable administration if Nigerians elected her into power.

The 39-year-old said, “Have we stopped to look behind the curtains to see what is keeping us at a standstill in Nigeria? It is not just the lack of education, blueprints or leadership. We need level-headed people who will not focus solely on any group’s vested interest.

“In offering to lead the country, my administration will not focus solely on the interests of any person, tribe, religion or ethnic group. No side is superior to another side. Nigeria will have a transparent and accountable government. This will be a government where every public account can be scrutinised and our funds followed up by our people.

“I disagree with the notion that Nigeria is too complex; that our people are too difficult to govern, that our democracy will not work. I disagree.”

The NIP acting National Chairman, Azeez Oladapo, said the objectives of the party included “finding quality leaders within the age range of 21 to 45 years to entrust with the continued development and sustenance of Nigeria”.

If Heaven Is Where Adeboye, Kumuyi And Others Will Go, Then I Don’t Want To Go There – Facebook User

If Heaven Is Where Adeboye, Kumuyi And Others Will Go, Then I Don’t Want To Go There – Facebook User

Facebook sex therapist, Angela Nwosu has revealed reasons why she might not want to go to heaven.

According to her, heaven is where she believes Adeboye, Kumuyi and other religious leaders will go and it will be a boring place.

Read her post below:

I don’t want to make heaven!

If heaven is where Pastor Adeboye, Kumuyi, David Oyedepo and all other religious leaders and people will go to after death, then I reject it with every fibre of my being. Heaven will sure be a very boring and unbearable place to be in, full of fake people and extortionists and heartless people. I want to be where Fela is and would be happy to see Davido, Wizkid, Tekno, etc, join me there.

The thing about me is I don’t ever want to be like you. You don’t believe that you can live the way that I do. Seriously, you act like life’s a recital from the bible and once you reach the end you won’t know where the time goes. I’m living through my flows so please enjoy the show. No Jesus above tells me how to live my life, I do this for me, am not ashamed, I do not hide. I already have a God that turns me on with reckless abandon. He’s the God that I see and believe in and his name is Emeka.

 

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Appointed Into Twitter Board Of Directors

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, former Minister of Finance, has been appointed to Twitter Board of Directors (the “Board”) as a new Independent Director, effective immediately.

“Ngozi and Bob are distinguished leaders with unparalleled global perspective and policy expertise.

“We are confident they will be incredible assets to Twitter as we continue to focus on driving transparency and making Twitter a safer, healthier place for everyone who uses our service.”

“On behalf of the Twitter Board, I want to thank Marjorie for her service on the Twitter Board over the past five years. Marjorie joined the Board in 2013 and has been a strong voice on our board as our Lead Independent Director. Marjorie’s insights and contributions have been invaluable, and all of us at Twitter wish her the best and look forward to her contributions through the end of the year,” said Omid Kordestani, Executive Chairman of Twitter.

Speaking on her appointment, Okonjo-Iweala on her Twitter page wrote, “Twitter is a powerful platform that continues to be used as a strong connector for the global community, and I’m thrilled to be a part of the team.

“Twitter has made meaningful progress in expanding and encouraging global dialogue and creativity on its platform, and I’m privileged to work with Jack, Omid and the rest of the Board to continue the strong momentum underway.”

Dr. Okonjo-Iweala has served as a Senior Advisor to Lazard, Ltd., a global financial advisory and asset management firm, since September 2015. Prior to joining Lazard, she served as the Minister of Finance of Nigeria from July 2003 until June 2006 and as the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy of Nigeria from August 2011 until May 2015.

From 1982 until 2003 and then from December 2007 until August 2011, she held several positions at the World Bank.

Top Riches Celebrities In Nigeria and their net worth.

He is the most popular and richest celebrity in the country for 2018. Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun music career started under EME record label where he was trained by Banky-W. Today, Wizkid has grown to be one of Africa’s finest and youngest entertainer in the music industry.

Wizkid’s songs have continued to sell beyond expectations, topping the charts as the most listened songs in the country. He is the chairman and owner of Starboy music record label.

His endorsement deals include: brand ambassador for the following top companies- Glo, MTN (deal rumoured to be worth N50 million) and Pepsi.

Wizkid is known to live an expensive lifestyle. He has various edifices, automobiles, businesses and various investments. His net worth by Forbes is $ 50 million.

02. Davido

Davido also features on the list of richest celebrities in Nigeria. Forbes ranked him the most popular youngest artiste in Africa who overtook the likes of P-square and D’ banj to feature on the magazine.

This award winning celebrity has produced many interesting songs. This in turn has helped him win series of awards and nominations. Among the awards that Davido had won, the Mobo award was his highest. In fact, he beat Wizkid to get the prize.

Most people often ask how much is Davido worth in dollars? OBO as he is called is worth $40 million. He just recently finished a show called “30 billion dollar” concert which saw him earn N500 million Naira.

Davido is the son of Nigerian billionaire, Deji Adeleke. It is said that his father’s wealth was what made him rich today. He also owns cars, various businesses and investments. Davido also lives a lavish life style like Wizkid.

03. Don Jazzy

Another entertainer worthy of mention is Don Jazzy. He is the richest music producer and owner of Mavin record label which has churned out successful artistes like Dija, Korede Bello, Tiwa Savage and Reekado Banks.

It is said that Don Jazzy charges N500, 000 to produce beatings for a song. He has other investments apart from his musical career. One of the endorsement deals signed by him is being a brand ambassador for Loya milk which worth millions of Naira.

As of writing this post, Don Jazzy isn’t married but lives in his mansion. He also owns expensive cars which explains his rich life-style. Forbes 2018 puts his estimated net worth at $35 million.

04. Funke Akidele

She is the current richest female celebrity in the country this 2018. She has surpassed the likes of Genevieve Nnaji and Kate Henshaw due to her various mouth watering endorsement deal. Popular among them is being a brand ambassador for Irokotv.

Aside from that, Funke Akindele is also the wealthiest Nigerian actress of Yoruba origin. The award winning actress was rumored to feature in Marvels movie, “Infinity wars”, but her name was eventually removed and replaced with Genevieve.

Funke is married to Kehinde Oloyede also known as JJC. He too is a musician. As of writing this post, she is said to be worth $30 million.

05. Tiwa Savage 

Tiwatope Savage Balogun was born 5th February 1980. She is known by her stage name Tiwa Savage. Forbes ranked her as the richest female musician in the country this 2018.Tiwa is signed under Mavin records. She is also Nigerian singer, songwriter, performer and actress. This celebrity has recorded a lot of achievements and won series of awards which include one MTV Africa Music Award, two Headies Awards, one Channel O Music Video Award, one Nigeria Music Video Award, and two City People Entertainment Awards, among others.

Tiwa Savage has collaborated with other top Nigerian artistes and stars. Some of which include: Patoranking, Flavor N’abania, Waje and several others. As said earlier, she is signed to Don Jazzy’s Mavin records but owns her own entertainment Company, 323 entertainments. Tiwa has signed many endorsement deals worth millions. She is the brand ambassador to top companies like Pepsi, Forte Oil, MTN and Maggi. Her current net worth is said to be $10 million this 2018.

06. Kate Henshaw

She is also listed among the wealthy Nigerian celebrities.  Kate Henshaw is a popular Nollywood actress who has been in the limelight for a long time now. Her net worth is said to be estimated at $9 million. Although, Kate was born in Cross River State, she studied a medical course at the university of Calabar before working at the Bauchi State General hospital. Her career began when she was auditioned for the lead role in the movie “When the Sun Sets” and was handed the role. She has acted over 50 nollywood movies and has attained celebrity status. In 2008 she won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for the film Stronger than Pain. It is said that Kate Henshaw owns three buildings and other properties around the country. She is a Glo ambassador and the face of food-seasoning company, Onga.

07. Genevieve Nnaji

Another Nollywod actress on this wealthy Nigerian celebrity list is Genevieve Nnaji. Although, she has not featured on screen for a while, it will shock you to know that the Nigerian richest celebrity with the highest endorsement deals is Genevieve. Her deals with top brands like Lux, Amstel Malta, Polo, Etisalat, e.t.c puts her among Nollywood’s highest earners 2018. It was rumored that she purchased a mansion in Ikoyi for N220 million and owns a clothing line, St Genevieve.

08. 2Baba Idibia

Seen as legendary and best male singer in the country, 2face was among the plantashun boiz crew and had been ranked as the richest musician in Nigeria and Africa for a long time before Davido and Wizkid took the stage. He is also one of the highest earners as a celebrity, raking up endorsement deals with top firms around the country. The music legend has hit tracks which sold internationally and topped the charts for years. His popular African Queen still remains his best hit song so far. 2baba is married to Annie Idibia but have other children outside wedlock. His net worth is estimated at a sum of $9 million.

09. Olamide

Olamide is a rich Nigerian rapper and musician who is popular. He is the owner of the popular music record label group– YBNL Nation. Olamide net worth in dollars was estimated at $6 million in 2017. He owns two fueling stations and has landed properties around the country. He makes money through his music plus collaborations with other artistes. Olamide is also a brand ambassador and a businessman who has invested heavily in Lagos state. Some endorsement deals which Olamide signed with top companies include: Ciroc, Guinness worth N80Million and the Etisalat deal which worth N80 million.

10. Phyno

Just like Olamide, Phyno is another popular Igbo rapper that has attained celebrity status. His songs are mostly in Igbo but he has other songs in which he sang in English. Phyno is said to be worth $5 million.

“The 2019 General Elections Will Cost N242.4bn” – President Buhari

President Buhari has said that the 2019 general elections will be costing about 242.4 billion Naira. The President said this today in a letter sent to the National Assembly, seeking that the funds be drawn from the 2018 and 2019 budgets.

In the letter he explained that implementing a budget of 9.12 trillion Naira for 2018 will be extremely challenging and does not consider it expedient, to increase it to accommodate the funds needed for the 2019 general elections.

He had earlier criticised the National Assembly for reducing allocations for some projects and including thousands of projects into the budget without consultation with the Executive.

According to him, the National Assembly made cuts amounting to N347 billion in the allocations to 4,700 projects submitted to them for consideration and introduced 6,403 projects of their own amounting to N578 billion.

“Many of the projects cut are critical and may be difficult, if not impossible, to implement with the reduced allocation. He has, therefore, asked the National Assembly to transfer the funds appropriated for the new projects which are inserted in the 2018 budget to cover the sum of 228.8 billion Naira for the elections.

The President also noted that the balance will be provided in the 2019 budget.

See below a proposed budget for the 2019 election ;

The total amount for the 2019 general elections

2018 supplementary – N164, 104, 792, 065
2019 budget – N78, 314, 530, 535
Total – N242, 445, 322, 600

Office of the National Security Adviser
2018 supplementary – N3, 855, 500, 000
2019 budget – 426, 000, 000
Total – 4, 281, 500,000

INEC
2018 supplementary – N143, 512, 529, 445
2019 budget – N45, 695, 015,438
Total: N189, 207, 544, 893

NSCDC
2018 supplementary – N1, 845, 597, 000
2019 budget – N1, 727, 997, 500
Total – N3, 573, 534, 500

Nigeria Police
2018 supplementary – N11, 457, 417, 432
2019 budget – N19, 083, 900, 000
Total – N30, 541, 317, 432

NIS
2018 supplementary – N530, 110, 078
2019 budget – N2, 098,033, 142
Total – N2, 628, 143, 320

DSS
2018 supplementary – N2, 903, 638, 000
2019 budget – N9,309,644,455
Total – N12, 213, 282, 455

Governor of Ekiti state, Fayose Collapses As Policemen Fire Teargas At Him

Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose has escaped death in the hands of security operatives who allegedly fired teargas at him.

It was arlier reported that security operatives blocked the government house, in Ado-Ekiti, capital of Ekiti state, a development which created tension among residents of the area who scuttled to safety.

It was gathered that the armed operatives fired gunshots and released teargas.

As a result of the incident, the governor lost consciousness momentarily after the policemen reportedly fired teargas into the government house where he is staying. He was taken to the state house clinic where doctors attended to him.

Lere Olayinka, Ekiti State Governor’s Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media, took to his verified Twitter page to update the governor’s supporters and Nigerians on the latest incident.

He wrote: “#Ekiti2018 Update

Gov Fayose, a few minutes ago escaped plot to assassinate him by Fayemi and his APC. He is currently receiving treatment at govt house clinic after he was hit by teargas canister fired by the policemen.

The armed policeme still laying siege at the Govt House.”

#EkitiDecide2018
Ekiti Govt House blocked by gun wielding mobile policemen now. pic.twitter.com/fPJAiyAFV7

— Lere Olayinka – Aresa 1 (@OlayinkaLere) July 11, 2018

#Ekiti2018 Update

Gov Fayose, a few minutes ago escaped plot to assassinate him by Fayemi and his APC.
He is currently receiving treatment at govt house clinic after he was hit by teargas canister fired by the policemen.
The armed policeme still laying siege at the Govt House.

— Lere Olayinka – Aresa 1 (@OlayinkaLere) July 11, 2018

This Imam hid 262 Christians in a Mosque during Plateau Killings

   

It’s easy to focus on how people are divided along tribal and religious lines, but several people are out there who aren’t letting these differences stop them from seeing the humanity in others.

One of them is this imam from the village of Nghar Yelwa in Plateau State, who saved 262 Christians from Fulani Herdsmen on Sunday.

The herdsmen had attacked 3 local governments in the state killing over 100 people, one of them Barkin Ladi, where the people had escaped from.

Sharing his story with BBC Pidgin, the imam said he first took the women, number about 60 to his home, and the men to the mosque to hide.

The herdsmen later accosted him, he shared, and ordered him to give up the Christians. But he lied and told them all the people with him were Muslims.

It’s so refreshing, seeing that some of us are not letting ideologies and religion and tribe divide us. So inspiring.

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28 year old Nigerian man hacks into Eco Bank’s app, steals N207m.

A 28-year-old man has been arraigned before a Lagos Magistrate’s Court for allegedly hacking into the mobile app of Eco Bank PLC to steal N207 million.

James Nwagalezi reportedly connived with Okoli Nmesoma, who is already facing trial, to carry out the cyber crime. Nwagalezi was yesterday arraigned on a four-count charge bordering on felony to unlawfully hacking into bank account and stealing.

Police prosecutor, Inspector Jimoh Joseph, told the court that the defendant and others still at large committed the offence on April 27 at Igboelerin, Okokomaiko, Ojo, Lagos. He said The management of the bank at its headquarters in Lagos reported the fraud to the Divisional Police Officer, DPO, in charge of Ikoyi Division, SP Tijani Mustapha, who directed a crack team led by Inspector Tope Ijatuyi to fish out the suspects.

He added that “Nwagalezi was arrested after several months of manhunt. His arrest brings the number of suspects arrested and charged to court to six. The Police are still hunting for more suspects involved in the alleged fraud.”

Nwagalezi pleaded not guilty to the charges.

Magistrate B. I. Bakare granted him N1 million bail, with two sureties in like sum, one of whom must be a community leader. He adjourned the case till July 4 and ordered that the defendant be remanded at the Ikoyi Prison, pending when he is able to perfect his bail conditions.

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has asked that Falz remove his video for “This is Nigeria” within 7 days or face legal action.

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has asked that Falz remove his video for “This is Nigeria” within 7 days or face legal action.

According to The Cable, the request was made in a statement made by the group’s director, Ishaq Akintola.

The video, upon its release, had Nigerians in a frenzy, with some describing it as genius and others saying it was badly done.

The group has described the video as a “hate video,” complaining that it was biased against the Fulani people and trivializes the plight of the Chibok Girls.

MURIC also asked that Falz make a public apology.

The statement read:

MURIC rejects Falz’ explanation that the girls in hijab in his ‘Shaku Shaku’ dance symbolize the Chibok girls because nothing in the video indicates that the girls represent the Chibok girls.

At least none of the Chibok girls have been seen dancing like a drunkard. They are always in pensive mood. Do they have any cause to be dancing? Are they happy?

The video manifests ethnic bias against Fulanis while it ignored the criminal activities of ethnic militia of the Middle Belt who have also massacred Fulanis and rustled their cattle in their thousands.

It is a hate video. This video has the potential of causing religious crisis of unprecedented dimension.

It is an assault on the self-dignity of every Muslim. It is freedom of expression gone haywire.

We therefore demand its withdrawal and an apology to Nigerian Muslims within seven days or the authors and their agents will face legal action if they fail to comply.

Only the scenes portraying police brutality and the money-swallowing snake in the video are near the truth.

We call the attention of security agencies to this hate action.

We remind Nigerians of the outcome of similar provocative actions in the past and their unpalatable outcomes.

The National Film And Video Censors Board (NFVCB), a regulatory agency set up by Act No. 85 of 1993 to regulate films and the video industry has a case to answer. ‘Shaku Shaku’ video was shot and released under its watch.

Instead of going violent, Nigerian Muslims should take those behind the ‘Shaku Shaku’ video to court in order to serve as a deterrent to others.

We therefore give notice of impending legal action against the artist behind the ‘Shaku Shaku’ video unless the latter is withdrawn and an apology is widely published within seven days.

NUC list names of 58 illegal/fake universities in Nigeria, click to see their names.

Below is a list of universities in Nigeria which the National Universities Commission (NUC) has advised Nigerians to avoid patronizing because they are running illegally.

1. University of Accountancy and Management Studies, operating anywhere in Nigeria

2. Christians of Charity American University of Science and Technology, Nkpor, Anambra State or any of its other campuses

3. University of Industry, Yaba, Lagos or any of its other campuses

4. University of Applied Sciences and Management, Port Novo, Republic of Benin or any of its other campuses in Nigeria

5. Blacksmith University, Akwa or any of its other campuses

6. Volta University College, HO, Volta Region, Ghana or any of its other campuses in Nigeria

7. Royal University, Izhia, PO BOX 800, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State or any of its other campuses

8. Atlanta University, Anyigba, Kogi state or any of its other campuses

9. United Christian University, Macotis campus, Imo State or any of its other campuses

10. United Nigeria University College, Okija Anambra State or any of its other campuses.

11. Samuel Ahmadu University, Makurdi, Benue State or any of its other campuses

12. UNESCO University, Ndoni, Rivers State or any of its other campuses

13. Saint Augustine’s University of Technology, Jos, Pleateu State or any of its other campuses

14. The International University, Missouri USA, Kano and Lagos studies centres or any of its other campuses in Nigeria

15. Collumbus University, UK, operating anywhere in Nigeria

16. Tiu International University, UK operating anywhere in Nigeria

17. Pebbles University, UK operating anywhere in Nigeria

18. London External Studies, UK, operating anywhere in Nigeria

19. Pilgrims University operating anywhere in Nigeria

20. Lobi Business School, Makurdi, Benue State or any of its campuses in Nigeria

21. West African Christian University operating anywhere in Nigeria

22. Bolta University College, Aba or any of its campuses in Nigeria

23. JBC Seminary Inc. (Wukari Jubilee University) Kaduna illegal campus

24. Western University, Esie Kwara State or any of its campuses in Nigeria

25. St. Andrews University College, Abuja or any of its other campuses in Nigeria

26. EC-Council USA, Ikeja Lagos Study Centre

27. Atlas University, Ikot Udoso Uko, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State or any of its other campuses in Nigeria

28. Concept College/Universities (London) Ilorin or any of its other campuses in Nigeria

29. Halifax Gateway University, Ikeja or any of its campuses in Nigeria

30. Kingdom of Christ University, Abuja or any of its other campuses in Nigeria

31. Acada University, Akinlalu Oyo state or any of its other campuses in Nigeria

32. Filfom University, Mbaise, Imo State or any of its other campuses in Nigeria

33. Houdegbe North American University campuses in Nigeria

34. Atlantic Intercontinental University, Okija Anambra State

35. Open International University, Akure

36. Middle Belt University (North Central University) Otukpo

37. Lead Way University, Ugheli, Delta State

38. Metro University, Dutse/Bwari Abuja

39. Southend University, Ngwuro Egeru (Afam) Ndoki, Rivers State

40. Olympic University, Nsukka, Enugu State

41. Federal College of Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Abuja

42. Temple University, Abuja

43. Irish University Business School, London, operating anywhere in Nigeria

44. National University of Technology, Lafia, Nasarawa State

45. University of Accountancy and Management Studies, Mowe, Lagos – Ibadan Expressway and its annex at 41, Ikorodu road, Lagos.

46. University of Education, Wenneba Ghana operating anywhere in Nigeria

47. Cape Coast University, Ghana operating in Nigeria

48. African University Cooperative Development (AUCD) Cotonou, Benin Republic operating anywhere in Nigeria

49. Pacific Western University, Denver Colorado, Oweri study centre

50. Evangel University of America and Chudick Management Academic, Lagos

51. Enugu State University of Science and Technology (Gboko campus)

52. Career Light Resources Centre, Jos

53. University of West Africa, Kwali Abuja, FC

54. Coastal University, Iba Oku, Akwa Ibom State

55. Kaduna Business School, Kaduna

56. Royal University of Theology, Minna, Niger State

57. West African Union University, in collaboration with International Professional College of Administration, Science and Technology, Nigeria operating anywhere in Nigeria

58. Gospel Missionary Foundation (GMF), Theological University, 165 Isolo road, Cele bus stop, Egbe Ikotun, Lagos.

The commission also said eight universities are currently undergoing investigation for illegally running degree programs.

The eight universities are:

1) National Universities of Nigeria, Keffi , Nassarawa State.

2) North Central University, Otukpo, Benue state.

3) Christ Alive Christian Seminary and University.

4) Richmond Open University, Arochukwu, Abia state.

5) West Coast University, Umuahia.

6) Saint Clements University, Iyin Ekiti, Ekiti state.

7) Volta University College, Aba, Abia state.

8) Illegal Satellite Campuses of Ambrose Alli University.

Buhari LAUNCHES N64MILLION WEBSITE TO BRING GOVERNANCE CLOSER TO NIGERIANS

Boss Mustapha, secretary to the government of the federation (SGF) has launched a new website for his office.

Mustapha unveiled the website — which he said costs N64 million — at his office in Abuja, on Monday. The FG had allocated N65m for the portal in the 2017 budget.

The SGF said the old website was based on an old technology, lacked security features and was not compliant to one of the federal government’s executive order.
“There was a contract in 2017. The figure in public domain.

It is about N64m including procurement of laptops, training, consultancy services,” he said. “The contract was awarded by the Bureau of Public Procurement in accordance with the procurement act.”

Mustapha said the major component of the website is the e-participation platform that allows members of the public to give feedback, request for information from government, submit ideas, and lodge complaints.

He added that the new website is participatory and will “bring governance to the people” and will “add value” to information disseminated to public through some of its features.

The SGF said the N64 million also involves training of 50 officers that will facilitate timely updates and ensure “very robust content management system, procurement of laptops as well as consultancy services.”

The website has links to some documents such as the Freedom of Information Act, 2011. It also has links to some official government websites such as the Federal Road Safety Corps and the National Identity Management Commission.

5 things you should know about the Fulani people (Number 5 will shock you!)

The Fulani people live in many parts of Africa and are spread across almost 20 countries from the west to the east.

5 things you should know about the Fulani people  (trip down memory lane)

The Fulani people are one of the largest ethnic groups in the Sahel and West Africa, widely dispersed across the region.

The Fulani people live in many parts of Africa and are spread across almost 20 countries from the west to the east. Here are 10 things you didn’t know about the Fulani people.

1. Most of them are Muslims

Islam became prominent in West Africa in the 11th century and the Fulani's converted at the time. They have even participated in campaigns over the centuries to convert others.

2. They come from the upper Nile

Historians believe that the Fulani's descended from a nomadic group that once lived in the upper Nile region around 3500 BC. Once the climate of the Sahara became too harsh, they migrated out of the area to find greener pastures.

3. They are the largest nomadic people in the world

Almost all Fulani people are nomadic, making it the largest group of such kind in the world. They live everywhere in Africa and solely rely on their cattles and farming. They carry a mobile house with them known as a bukkaru.

4. They vary

There isn’t one specific way of dressing for all Fulanis thanks to their diversity. In some places, women adorn their hair with shells, cowries or use henna to decorate their hands and feet. But both men and women often have face markings they were given as children.

5. The Fulani language is one of the most widely spoken in Africa

First off, Fulani is an official language in Guinea, Nigeria and Senegal and is spoken in 20 other countries across Africa. It is referred to as Fulfulde and estimated that around 18 million people in Africa speak the language.

Out of those, there are five major dialects, but all have similar grammar and vocabulary.