Author: The Nation

  • I’d be annoyed to see uninvited guests at my wedding -Temi Otedola

    I’d be annoyed to see uninvited guests at my wedding -Temi Otedola

    Billionaire heiress Temi Otedola has said she would be annoyed to see strange faces at her wedding being a really private person.

    The actress, who got engaged to her musician beau, Mr Eazi in April, stated this in an interview.

    Temi and her heartthrob expressed their desire to have a small/private wedding with just family and few friends around as they are not cut out for a crowded occasion.

    When asked, “big or small wedding?”, Temi resounded the words, “Small…chill on that!”

    “Guys, so you’ve heard it. Temi loves small wedding”, the Banku music pioneer chipped in.

    Read Also: I want a private wedding – Temi Otedola

    When told to speak more, Mr Eazi added: “I think I like small weddings because, you don’t even know like…I remember my sisters’ wedding there were so many people, I was like, “Who are all these people? We obviously don’t know these people.” So, I like a small wedding.”

    Picking up from there, Temi said: “Like me, if I walk around my wedding and I’m like I don’t know this person, that’ll annoy me.

    “I’m really private. Even if for a birthday party, everyone there, I have to rock with you. I don’t do any fake, fake, ‘Oh come to my birthday’, if we are not that close. It’s always squad.

    “So, my wedding, if it was up to me, it’ll be family and five friends. Sorry, a lot of you would be upset but it’s gonna be tight!”

  • Unfollow if you don’t like my support for Tinubu – Gbenga Adeyinka

    Unfollow if you don’t like my support for Tinubu – Gbenga Adeyinka

    Multiple award-winning comedian Gbenga Adeyinka has threatened to report Instagram pages of bullies over his choice of presidential candidate in the forthcoming presidential poll.

    The presenter, who has declared his support for the flagbtearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, shared series of congratulatory posts following his victory at the just concluded convention.

    In one of the posts captioned “Victory party loading,” he requested everyone interested to join in “Asiwaju Victory Party’ slated for 8pm, Wednesday.

    Adeyinka attracted trolls who he told should unfollow him for his choice of presidential candidate.

    The 54-year-old ‘Grand Comedian of Nigeria’ argued like everyone else, he has the prerogative to support any presidential candidate.

    He wrote: “Dear follower. This is for you. I’m so tired of people coming to my page to curse me out over my choices.

    Read Also: Tinubu’s victory in 2023 almost a done deal – Fayemi

    “Going forward I WILL BE REPORTING YOUR PAGE TO IG FOR HARASSMENT. Choose to support anybody you want in the coming elections and leave me to my choice.

    “Please note, I don’t have to follow you and you don’t have to follow me. I appreciate your follow but you have no right TO BULLY ME COS I DONT SUPPORT WHO YOU ARE SUPPORTING.

    Adeyinka added: “It’s not a crime for you to have a choice just as it isn’t for me too to have a choice.

    “People are just incredible. You go to peoples pages to bully them over their choices when you have taken a hand on yours.

    “We don’t have to agree on who to support. I have a right to choose like you have a right too.

    “Please, unfollow me if my choice is not ok with you.

     

     

  • Blaqbonez to hire brassieres-throwing ladies

    Blaqbonez to hire brassieres-throwing ladies

    Rapper Emeka Akumefule aka Blaqbonez has made an ‘unusual’ request directed at his female fans.

    ‘Emeka The Stallion’ requested ladies interested in throwing brassieres at him during his performance this weekend to reach him via DM.

    This may not be unconnected with Burna Boy’s experience during his energetic performance at the Madison Square Garden, US in April.

    The event saw several ladies remove undergarments and throw them at ‘Odogwu’ while performing.

    Blaqbonez may just seemingly desire to have a taste of the feel as such, he took to his Twitter handle to nicely request that interested ladies should send him a dm to that effect.

    Read Also: I cannot love one woman – Blaqbonez

    Stating the reason for his ‘humble’ request, Blaqbonez noted he needed people to think ladies really love him.

    “If you would like to be hired to throw bra at me in my next performance, send a dm, need to make people think the girls really love me at abuja this weekend. Thank you.”

    A tweep simply identified as @icekied then inquired if throwing boxers was to be expected. “Boxers nkor”, he tweeted.

    Responding, Blaqbonez said: “Na you go pay me.”

     

  • I love being underestimated, says Wizkid

    I love being underestimated, says Wizkid

    Grammy-winning singer Wizkid has stated the force that drives him to thrive better.

    The globally celebrated superstar, during a live video chat with Tony Elumelu Foundation on the ‘TELiveSeries’ on ‘Life as an African Entrepreneur’, explained how the external pressure to constantly have to prove oneself impacts on him.

    Explaining, Big Wiz wittily said ‘underestimation’ more than anything else fuels his drive to outshine himself every time people doubt his capabilities.

    Read Also: Davido, Wizkid bag sub-regional award nominations in same categories

    He noted he enjoys it whenever people underestimate him as that acts as a catalyst which propels him to outdo himself thereby, silencing his critics in the process.

    “That fuels me, you know; more than anything in the world. Because I love it when people underestimate me. Cos then, I come there and show you that I can. So, that fuels me a lot,” the “Made in Lagos” singer said.

     

     

  • Tinubu’s emergence step to greater Nigeria – Senate spokesman

    Tinubu’s emergence step to greater Nigeria – Senate spokesman

    The Chairman, Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs Ajibola Basiru has congratulated Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu for becoming standard bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for 2023 presidential poll.

    Basiru who represents Osun Central, in a statement in Abuja described Asiwaju Tinubu’s phenomenal success at the party’s convention as a “pay back time for a man who stands as the rock of Gibraltar, living not only for himself but largely for others.”

    He said: “Your emergence as the presidential standard bearer of our great party is a reflection of the love people have for you, having served as a political bulwark for others at the expense of your own meteoric rise and building a political empire, all of which have combined to form a platform for this titanic victory. Congratulations sir.

    “You have taught us and shown that focus, doggedness, sincerity of purpose with a large heart are instrumental in sailing through the proverbial murky water of politics without sinking. I’m happy to belong to your school of thought in politics.”

    Read Also: Gov Umahi congratulates Tinubu, pledges support

    Basiru noted that Tinubu who transformed Lagos to one of Africa’s largest economies, raising its revenues from a few millions to billions, changed Lagos status of being infamous for slums and dirt, has not only the magical wand but the intellectual prowess and administrative acumen for the realisation of a greater and more unified Nigeria.

    Senator Basiru opined that Tinubu’s victory did not come on a platter of gold and was not served ala carte as he had survived onslaught from both the military and civilians, gone hungry for others to eat their fill and triumphed over adversaries with sociable mien and open mind to calumnies.

    He observed that time is now for all progressives to come together, gird their loins and work towards victory  for the party in all elections, stressing that Osun and Nigeria should not be allowed to be  pushed again into the back waters of development.

  • Don’t give birth to children if you won’t invest in them – Bam Bam

    Don’t give birth to children if you won’t invest in them – Bam Bam

    Reality TV star, Bamike Olawunmi-Adenibuyan aka Bam Bam has said people shouldn’t give birth to children if they won’t invest in them.

    The former BBNaija ‘Double Wahala’ participant, who welcomed second child with fellow housemate-turned-husband, Teddy A explained populating the world with badly behaved children/humans was totally unjust.

    According to Bam Bam, when parents give birth to children and do not imbibe them with the right morals, these child end up as badly behaved humans who continue to perpetrate evil, causing havoc to the society.

    Read Also: 536,132 out-of-school children in Katsina, says UNICEF

    The media personality advised that people should rather not procreate if they have no intention of inculcating the right set of values in their young.

    “Parents, it is absolutely unfair to give this world badly behaved children/humans causing pain and havoc in the society, if you will not invest in them, please don’t birth them,” Bam Bam tweeted.

  • Fireboy DML becomes popular phone ambassador

    Fireboy DML becomes popular phone ambassador

    Afro-life star Fireboy DML has been unveiled as brand ambassador for popular phone brand, Tecno.

    The YBNL artiste was unveiled ambassador for ‘Spark’ by Tecno Nigeria via their Instagram page.

    Welcoming the “Peru” hit maker to the ‘Spark family’, the phone brand wrote: “FIRE et SPARK. Welcome the one and only @fireboydml to the #SPARK family – The SPARK AMBASSADOR.”

    Read Also: Fireboy DML eulogises Olamide on birthday

    The excited 26-year-old singer, also proudly took to the photo and video sharing app to share the news with his fans.

    “Proud and excited to be part of this lit geng, TECNO! Can’t wait to show off the best of my selfies with the latest SPARK Series. Head over to @tecnomobileng to support my new family!”, he wrote

  • Social media comedienne Madam Social dies

    Social media comedienne Madam Social dies

    Social media comedienne Mama Roseline Onwujekwe, aka Madam Social, is dead.

    The aged online humour merchant was reported to have died on Tuesday, June 7, 2022.

    Her demise was announced on her Instagram page.

    The announcement  reads: “She can’t be gone! How do I witness that laughter of yours? Oh my God. Obi’m! Madam Social ka Emesi.”

    Though cause of demise remains unknown, the octogenarian won herself many followers for her comedy skits fashioned in form of advice.

    Her laughter was also a unique feature as it was highly contagious.

    Following the news of her death, several celebrities, including fans thronged the post comment section to express their condolences and bid Madam Social farewell.

    Obi Cubana said: “Wow!! Such a sad one!! Good night mama.”

    Read Also: Comedienne Helen Paul becomes Professor, HOD in U.S varsity

    Symply Tacha wrote: “Discovered this account just few days ago. She was so full of life energy and positivity. Mama will be missed.”

    David Jones David stated: “OH MY GOD! WHY NOW! I just got to know about her two days ago.. this is sooo sad. RIP MAMA.”

    Adaora Ukoh said: “Oh my GOD.. !!! No such a sad one. Chai Mama di mama Nwayioma je nke oma. May her sweet soul find rest with Lord. Heaven Gained an Angel

    Joyce Kalu wrote: “Nooooooooooooooooooo.”

    uzzysuzzy stated: “I just started following her account today. So sad. Thank you for your time on earth and your funny jokes. May your soul rest in peace. Amen.”

    Ike Cubana said: “Am heart broken. May your soul rest in peace madam social. God will console and comfort the people you left behind, amen.”

    nite madam Social ,,, May ur gentle and finest soul rest peacefully,,,,amen !!!

    official_bukkhie stated: “Thank you for making us laugh and also learn in between…this old age thingy ehn!”

  • Tinubu’s emergence as APC flag bearer well deserved – Abdulrazaq

    Tinubu’s emergence as APC flag bearer well deserved – Abdulrazaq

    Kwara Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has described the emergence of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate as truly deserving.

    The Governor said the ballot represents a resounding vote of confidence by the largest majority of party faithfuls and leaders in his capacity to lead the party to another victory.

    “It was a moment to speak to the direction the party must take to consolidate on its own wins, build on the many successes of President Muhammadu Buhari, and raise a dynamic successor team that is able to take up the challenges of nation-building and development in a peculiar age of changing metrics of governance and collective security. In antecedence, capacity, and reach, there is no doubt that Asiwaju ticks all the right boxes. With his emergence, our party is clearly destined for a big win in the next general elections,” the Governor said.

    Read Also: Let’s join hands to beat PDP, Tinubu urges APC members

    “I therefore congratulate and commend His Excellency President Muhammadu Buhari for showing a good example in bequeathing to the party and the country a flag bearer and successor in a befittingly democratic way. This is a new height in party politics and internal democracy in Nigeria and Africa.

    “I equally commend my brothers-Progressive Governors, especially from the North, for standing up and be counted when it mattered most in the life of our party. History will not forget that singular stand that shows our love for our country and its cohesion.”

    The Governor also commended the party leadership as well as all the aspirants for their great efforts and statesmanship as the curtain is drawn on the APC presidential primary.

  • I’ll relocate to Ghana if Atiku or Tinubu becomes President- Charly Boy

    I’ll relocate to Ghana if Atiku or Tinubu becomes President- Charly Boy

    Singer and activist, Charly Boy aka Area Fada has stated what he’ll do if the presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Atiku Abubakar or All Progressives Congress (APC) Asiwaju Bola TInubu wins the 2023 presidential poll.

    The maverick entertainer made this known after Tinubu was declared winner of the APC presidential primary.

    The National Leader of the ruling party on Wednesday clinched the presidential ticket of the ruling party for the 2023 general elections.

    He defeated 13 other aspirants with 1,271 votes as against his closest rival, former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi who had 316 votes.

    Read Also: Five reasons Tinubu won APC presidential primary

    On May 28, the former Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar, emerged PDP presidential candidate for the 2023 election.

    Atiku polled  371 out of the 767 accredited votes to defeat his closest rival, Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike,  who polled 237 votes.

    Reacting, Area Fada vowed to leave Nigeria for Ghana should either of them eventually becomes president.

    The veteran showbiz man shared a photo collage of the duo with the caption: “If any of these two jabagantis win, I go just leave una walker go Ghana, go beg dem for citizenship.

    “Buhari, will look like a saint,” he added.