Thursday, May 31, 2012

Read Prof. Wole Soyinka's Statement on the renaming of Unilag


“This is one gift horse which, contrary to traditional saying, must be inspected thoroughly in the mouth”, he said in a statement entitled “Goodluck Jonathan’s gift horse.”
“Primary from all of us must be a plea to the MKO Abiola family not to misconstrue the protests against the naming of the University of Lagos after their heroic patriarch. Issues must be separated and understood in their appropriate contexts. The family will acknowledge that, among the loudest opposing voices to Jonathan’s gift horse, are those who have clamoured tirelessly that MKO Abiola, the Nigerian nation’s president-elect, be honoured nationally, and in a befitting manner.
“Next is my confession to considerable shock that President Goodluck Jonathan did not even think it fit to consult or inform the administrators of the university, including Council and Senate, of his intention to re-name their university for any reason, however laudable. This arbitrariness, this act of disrespect, was a barely tolerated aberration of military governance. It is totally deplorable in what is supposed to be a civilian order.

Fashola Recalls all Sacked Doctors

Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Fashola, has today recalled the 788 doctors sacked by his administration earlier this month.


The government’s decision to recall the sacked doctors was disclosed by Hakeem Bello, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Lagos State governor, Babatunde Fashola.
Mr. Bello said the decision to recall the doctors followed several pleas from the national and state leaders of the Action Congress Party (ACN), traditional leaders in the state and other concerned leaders in the country.


P-Square Signs on to Universal Music Group

The Nigerian pop stars officially signed a distribution deal with Universal Music this afternoon at a press conference in Johannesbourg, South Africa. 

The music label will be releasing past and future projects with them; and handle all their digital and CD sales all over the world. 

Congrats to them!


Video: Rappers, Muna and Modenine Makeup Publicly


The rappers did this yesterday during the Industry Night. Muna who was this week’s celebrated act had performed a number of her songs before announcing Modenine on stage. She said;
Now I want to do something I should have done a couple of weeks ago, ladies and gentlemen please can I call my friend, my brother, my hommie Modenine!'

Modenine replied saying; ’It’s all good, I don’t take anything personal, this is the industry. We are here to make money out of this sh*t.

Watch Video after cut

Spotted: Tonto Dikeh with Keri Hilson in Ghana

The American Singer, Keri was in Ghana for a concert alongside Bow Wow..... Tonto Dikeh was one of the host for the show.

Tweet of the Day: I am Gay - Dencia

The Beri Beri singer tweeted this a while ago..... Hmm

Video: Watch Keri Hilson perform the Azonto Dance in Ghana Concert

The American R&B singer Keri Hilson and rapper Bow Wow stunned the crowd with an energetic stage performance at the Stand Up GH event in the country’s International Conference Centre.

The fans were more excited when Keri Hilson performed the Azonto dance.... watch below.

Lead City Varsity Students claim 2Shotz Scam them, dedicated Website to him

Students of Lead City University are claiming 2shotz scammed them of a N100,000. The money was paid to the rapper to make an appearance at their fashion show which he didn't.

The students are so angry that they have been sending BBM, Press Relases to bloggers and putting up posters all over their school.

They also put up a website which has the full detail of what transpired between them... check it out HERE

President Jonathan Attends Late UNILAG VC’s Burial in Lagos

Late University of Lagos Vice Chancellor, Prof Sofoluwe, who died May 12th at the age of 62 after suffering a heart attack is being buried at the Ikoyi Cemetery at the moment, and President Goodluck Jonathan is in Lagos to attend the burial.

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

UNILAG’s new name must remain – Maku

Minister of Information, Labaran Maku

The Federal government has announced that it will not revert its decision of renaming the University of Lagos after the late winner of the 1993 presidential elections and business mogul, MKO Abiola.
Speaking to state house correspondents after Wednesday’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, the Minister of Information, Labaran Maku said  that what the president did was an answer to the outcry of concerned Nigerians who witnessed the events of June 12 and the subsequent demise of the man that was the acclaimed winner of the election.
The Minister called on Nigerians not to allow the protest by some students to overshadow the significance of the president’s decision to immortalize  Abiola.

Honour my Father by Fighting Poverty, Hafsat Abiola tells Jonathan


Daughter of the late winner of 1993 presidential election, Hafsat Abiola-Costello, has hailed the decision of the federal government to re-name the University of Lagos (UNILAG) after her father but urged the federal government to work more on fighting poverty, as that will be her late father’s utmost desire.
Mrs Abiola-Costello and other prominent citizens in Abeokuta, the hometown of the late politician, described President Jonathan’s announcement as a long overdue but welcome development
In an interview with journalists in the Ogun state capital, she urged the federal government to give more priority to reduce the prevailing poverty level in the country, than naming schools and roads.

Photos: Meet the Glamour Women of the Year (Award)

When are you back on the telly? Despite not returning to the X Factor and with no other presenting work, Kelly Rowland won TV Personality of The YearHollywood girls: Jessica Alba with the award for Entrepreneur of The Year and Lea Michele and her US TV Actress gongLatino lovelies: Eva Longoria posed with her Inspiration of The Year award, while Sophie Vergara stopped for a snap with comedian Chris O'Dowd and her Best Comedy Actress gong
Kelly Rowland-(TV PERSONALITY), Jessica Alba (ENTREPRENEUR), Eva Longoria (INSPIRATION)

Rule Britannia: Downton Abbey's Michelle Dockery won the Editor's Special gong at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards last night while her on-screen sister Jessica Findlay-Brown took the Best UK Actress accoladeRule Britannia: Downton Abbey's Michelle Dockery won the Editor's Special gong at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards last night while her on-screen sister Jessica Brown Findlay took the Best UK Actress accoladeSnow White and the jockey: Lily Collins and the Pandora Breakthrough award and Hayley Turner with the award for Best Sportswoman
Michelle Dockery (EDITOR'S SPECIAL), Jessica Brown Findlay (UK TV ACTRESS), Lily Collins (Breakthrough)

Video: Wizkid Performs At The African Kings Of Comedy Show!

Wizkid put in a hot performance at Basketmouth’s African Kings Of Comedy Show on Saturday night at the Eko hotel in Lagos, watch below...

UNILAG strike for two weeks as ALUMNI takes Federal Govt to Court

The Federal Government has ordered the suspension of academic activities at UNILAG as students poured into the streets to protest the renaming of the institution.

The school will be shut down for two weeks. Also the school ALUMNI has taken the federal government to court over the re-naming of the iconic institution. 

Reports also state that Mr President and the Senate will meet by 12 noon today to discuss on this issue.

Liberia Ex-President Charles Taylor get 50 years in prison

The first former head of state to be convicted of war crimes since World War II was sentenced to 50 years in prison this morning by an international court in The Hague, Netherlands.

The court convicted Charles Taylor last month of aiding rebels in neighboring Sierra Leone in a campaign of terror, involving murder, rape, sexual slavery and the conscription children younger than 15.

Taylor, 64, would serve out his sentence in a British prison.

Jeez, add 50 to 64... oops he's gonna die in prison....


In Case you missed it, Read President Jonathan’s Democracy Day Speech

SPEECH HIGHLIGHT: “After very careful consideration, and in honour of Chief M.K.O. Abiola’s accomplishments and heroism, on this Democracy Day, the , is renamed by the Federal Government of Nigeria, , Lagos. The Federal Government will also establish an Institute of Democratic Studies and Governance in the University.”
The full text of President Goodluck Ebele ’s Democracy Day National Address reads below:
Fellow Nigerians,
1. One year ago, I was privileged to stand before you, to take the oath of office as President of our dear country, the third to serve you as President since the return to democratic rule in 1999. Today, I remember that day and the processes leading to it with profound gratitude to God Almighty and to all Nigerians who have worked very hard to enrich our journey from military dictatorship to inclusive democratic governance.
2. For the past 13 years, we have remained a stable democracy. We have together demonstrated that the government of the people is an ideal that the people of Nigeria cherish. We have our differences as individuals and as politicians, but we have shown great faith in democracy and its institutions. We have refused to be limited by our differences. Despite reservations about some of our institutions, we have refused to submit to despair. This achievement is a testament to the courage and optimism of the Nigerian people.
3. As we celebrate this year’s Democracy Day, I pay tribute to all the men and women who have made our democratic experience meaningful: the ordinary people who resisted military rule, and have remained resolute in their embrace of democracy; the army of Nigerian voters who, at every election season, troop out in large numbers to exercise their right of franchise; the change agents in civil society who have remained ever watchful and vigilant.
4. I pay special tribute also to all patriots who are the pillars of our collective journey, most especially, our armed forces who have steadfastly subordinated themselves to civil authority in the past 13 years. They have continued to demonstrate a great sense of professionalism. They have discharged their duties to the nation with honour and valour.  In a sub-region that has witnessed instances of political instability, authored by restless soldiers, the Nigerian Armed Forces have remained professional in their support of democracy.

Eldee signs Rapper, Eva Alordiah to Trybe Records 2.0


The CEO OF Trybe Records and Artist, Lanre Dabiri popularly known as Eldee has signed female rapper, Eva Alordiah to his company.

Eldee made the announcement on twitter early this morning...
Good morning Yall! Join me as I welcome  the newest member of Trybe Records v2.0!

Eva, also took to her Twitter...
13hEva Alordiah ‏@EvaAlordiah
Wow! I had to go through 13 Record deals to finally get here.. Did I say Yes to the 14th? Yes! Am I happy? Oh Yes!!


Congrats to her.

Day 2: UNILAG Students block Third Mainland Bridge (PHOTOS)




  

Both sides of the bridge are blocked by the protesting student of University of Lagos at this very moment.

I seriously doubt the name will be changed back to the original.... o well it won't hurt to try.

Watch Banky W sings his Heart out!!!!

Banky W performed an amazing live rendition of his classic hit, “Omoge” and mashed it with Bob Marley’s classic “Turn Your Lights Down Low” alongside famed producer, Mastercraft on the keyboard.


He did sing well, was wondering why his eyes were closed tight all through... Watch video below...

Music Video: Mo Cheddah – Louder

Shot in Johannesburg, the video for “Louder” is the first track to be lifted off Mo Cheddah's  upcoming second album. Press play below...

Lagos State Launches its First Traffic Radio Station, 96.1FM

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babatunde Fashola (SAN), Tuesday handed over to Lagosians the first ever traffic radio station in Nigeria, the Lagos Traffic Radio 96.1, with an appeal to motorists in the State to put their vehicles on the roads only when absolutely necessary in order to ease traffic.


According to him, “The Lagos Traffic Radio will help you make informed choice as to the route to follow when you set out to work or business in the morning. The radio  will give you first hand information on the traffic situation so that you can manage your time well and save cost”.


The Governor advised that people could also use their mobile phones to transact business or contact friends without necessarily using their vehicles or make their trips after the rush hours adding that doing otherwise would only compound the traffic situation and increase travel time with all its disadvantages.

Marriage, a contract I signed with the biggest joy ever! - Osaze Odemwingie

Nigeria's super eagles striker and West Bromwich player Osaze Odemwingie,30 who recently tied the knot with his girlfriend of two years Sarah fallon,22 on May 26,2012 thanks fans and well wishers on twitter.

 

NTA TV Broadcaster, Sele Eradiri Dead At 57



Sele Eradiri, the Nigeria Television Authority broadcaster who featured on a weekly popular program "Newsline" is dead. 

Ms. Eradiri who has been laying sick at LUTH after her condition deteriorated shortly after returning from a successful surgery in India a few months ago died at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital early this morning.

Born on March 13, 1955, she attended the Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton from where she graduated in 1983.

May her soul rest in perfect peace (Amen).

Darey Art Alade ft Flavour - Sisi Eko remix (Behind the Scenes Photos)


Darey Art Alade and his crew stormed Broad Street, Marina Lagos, for the video shoot of his new single, Sisi Eko remix featuring Flavour.

The video will feature cameo appearances from Ali Baba, Jimmy JATT, Tosyn Bucknor Julius Agwu, Omawumi, Waje, Skales, Kaffy, Christopher Okagbue (Gulder Ultimate Search 8 winner), TeeY Mix , Mo’eazy and many others. 

More photos when you continue...