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- Barrister Emmanuel Enoidem has revealed how the PDP tried to stop Senator Godswill Akpabio from defecting to the APC - The PDP national legal adviser said the party's leadership visited Senator Akpabio 20 times - He said the Akwa Ibom people were in love with Akpabio until he made public his decision to dump the PDP The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) national legal adviser, Barrister Emmanuel Enoidem, has revealed how the PDP tried to stop Senator Godswill Akpabio from defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Enoidem who is from Akwa Ibom, said the party's leadership visited Senator Akpabio 20 times to convince him to stay in the PDP. He said the Akwa Ibom people were in love with Akpabio until he made public his decision to dump the PDP. READ ALSO: Clerics have been calling me ‘killer herdsman’ since I defected - Akpabio In an interview with Vanguard, Enoidem said: “Before the defection of Godswill Akpabio, we had at least 20 different meetings between 25th

- Virgil van Dijk doubtful for Liverpool Champions League clash against Porto after picking up injury in Spurs win - The Dutch defender pulled a superb performance for the Reds to stop them from conceding another goal towards the end of the match - Meanwhile, Toby Alderweireld's own goal powered the Anfield side back to the summit of the log with six matches to go Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has confirmed that Dutch defender Virgil van Dijk picked up a minor injury during his side's 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur over the weekend. The 28-year-old was impressive for the Reds in the meeting, but his moment of the match was when he stopped Moussa Sissoko from scoring adding to Spurs tally. Roberto Firmino gave the hosts the lead in the 16th minute but Lucas Moura close range tap in canceled the Brazilian's first half goal. Meanwhile, the home team were handed the winner when Toby Alderweireld scored an own goal to help them get back to the summit of the log. READ ALS

The Buhari-Osinbajo North East Support Groups have endorsed Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume's quest to be the next Senate President in the 9th National Assembly. The groups said they are confident that Ndume-led National Assembly will collaborate with the Executive to take Nigeria to the next level. ‎ The groups in a statement signed by their coordinator, Hon. Salisu Sabo‎ said supporters of President Muhammadu Buhari and APC stakeholders from the six states in the North-east are canvassing for Senator Ndume.‎ Sabo said Ndume is the most experienced senator from the North-east with capacity to lead a National Assembly that will deliver the ideologies of the APC to the people.‎ READ ALSO: Igbos to blame for losing Senate leadership seats - APC chieftain “Senator Ali Ndume is a high ranking senator who has accumulated a lot of experience in the National Assembly as Minority Leader in the House of Representative and Majority Leader in the 8th Senate who is a core Buharist.‎ “‎The of

Despite the widespread and highly-efficient internet, people continue to watch various TV programs. The news report is the most highly demanded programme on television because people always want to know what is going on in the world. There should be no question about who is Gillian Turner among news lovers. She is one of those beautiful ladies we see everyday. If you want to know more about her personality and private life, read on. Image: twitter.com, @GillianHTurner Source: Twitter News correspondents who work on the big state channel are easily recognisable. The level of their popularity is almost the same as musicians, actors, and politicians. This statement also relates to Gillian Turner Fox News Channel reporter. This channel has broadcasted from 1996 and covers not only the territory of the USA. It explains the raising interest in her personality. How old is Gillian Turner: age, biography, and career Gillian Turner birthday was on the 6th of September, 1982. So Gillian

In most cases, actors are somewhat idols to ordinary people. At the same time, they are the most discussed among all celebrities. There is a non-written rule: the more popular a person is, the more gossip around them go viral. Luke Macfarlane is one of the stars who are objects of many stories. Luke is a well-known Canadian actor who combines theatrical performances with movies and TV series as well. Image: instagram.com, @hunksofhallmark Source: UGC The reason for the growing interest to his person was not connected with his profession and we in no way want to say that he is a bad actor. The gossips and conversations about his private life surrounded the actor from the very beginning of his career. All those rumours had no harmful impact on the public’s attitude to Luke because people liked the movies he played in and valued his talent. Luke Macfarlane bio: age, measurements and early life The full name of the actor is Thomas Luke Macfarlane, and he was born in Canada, London,

Let us face it, besides entertaining yourself by watching television shows and movies, following up on different sports and teams can be exciting. As such, you may be familiar with Kristine Leahy if you are a fan of sports. However, have you ever taken a few minutes to dig into other information about this bubbly American television host? Here is what you have been missing. Image: instagram.com, @kristineleahy Source: UGC To start with, it is worth pointing out that Leahy has seen her career transform from a sports reporter into a familiar face as a TV host. As you read through, you will find the details regarding her job postings as well as personal information, like her age, height, and boyfriend. Kristine Leahy age Right off the bat, the first piece of information that most of her fans want to know is how old she is. Kris is 32 years old. She was born on October 16, 1986. How tall is Kristine Leahy? Another common question among Leahy’s fans regards her height. Provided th

Bria Myles may be known to many as Drake's ex-girlfriend. She is a beautiful black model that has featured in numerous music videos and magazines. If you are looking for one woman that is representing the black community really well, then it has to be Bria. She is a reality that beauty is beyond skin colour. Image: instagram.com, @realbriamyle (modified by author) Source: UGC For those still wondering who Bria Myles is, it may interest you to know that she is a beautiful multi-talented hip-hop model. She also acts and dances, which explains why she has featured in several music videos. You may want to note also that Drake, her ex-boyfriend adored her for the period they were together. The fact he mentioned her severally in his songs is proof of this. Keep reading to find the answer to the question: "Who is Bria Myles?" Bria Myles biography The gorgeous black model was born in Los Angeles, USA, on May 21, 1984, making Bria Myles age to be 35 years old currently. Th

- House Leader Femi Gbajabiamila, has officially joined the race for the Speaker in the 9th National Assembly - The Lagos lawmaker had already being endorsed by the leadership of the APC for the position last week - Despite the endorsement, Gbajabiamila is being challenged by seven contenders who are also members of the APC for the position House Leader Femi Gbajabiamila (APC, Lagos) officially joined the race for the Speaker in the 9th National Assembly over the weekend. The Lagos lawmaker had already being endorsed by the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the position last week. Despite the endorsement, Gbajabiamila is being challenged by seven contenders who are members of the APC for the position. They are House spokesman Abdulrazak Namdas (APC, Adamawa), Mukhtar Aliyu Betara (APC, Borno), Idris Wase (APC, Plateau), Umar Bago (APC, Niger), Nkeiruka Onyejeocha (APC, Abia), John Okafor (APC, Imo), Babangida Ibrahim (APC, Katsina) and Mohammed Kazaure (APC, J

The American sitcom “Wings” actress, Amy Yasbeck is a very popular actress. You have probably seen her on TV. When you get interested in someone, you usually want to know more exciting facts about them. Check out top facts about Amy in the post below. Juicy details from her career and personal life are waiting for you. Image: facebook.com, @amy.yasbeck Source: Facebook We have already mentioned the sitcom “Wings”, but there are so much more movies and series, where Amy appeared. Her acting career began a long time ago. Her acting debut was in CBS television pilot called “Rockhopper” (1985). Since that moment, she has never stopped. The actress starred in different soap operas, series and so on. She appeared in several television shows as well, for example, “Dallas”, “Spies”, “Werewolf”, “Magnum”, “China Beach” and others. One of the most famous her roles is a mermaid in the movie, named “Splash”. When the actress was young, mermaids were her favourite creatures. A Disney movie t

- The APC might be heading for a major impasse over the leadership of the 9th National Assembly - Some senators-elect on the platform of the party are said to be angry over recent comments by a national leader of the party - The legislators-elect said rather than threatening the elected lawmakers, the party leadership ought to have engaged them A report by ThisDay indicates that the crisis rocking the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the choice of the leadership of the 9th National Assembly deepened at the weekend as some of the lawmakers threatened to dare the party in the leadership tussle. Some senators-elect of the ruling APC have also frowned at what they described as the recent utterances of the National Leader of the party, Senator Bola Tinubu, over the composition of the leadership of the National Assembly. According to them, such outburst should not have come from a national leader of the party. Some of the party’s senators-elect were said to have met in Abuja on Sun

- Real Madrid vs Huesca saw Zinedine Zidane claim his second straight La Liga win - A goal each from Isco, Dani Ceballos and Karim Benzema ensured Los Blancos came from behind to win the game - They maintain their third position on the log with 57 points and nine more matches to wrap the season up Real Madrid claimed their second straight win under Zinedine Zidane following their 3-2 win over Huesca at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday. The visitors went ahead in the game just after three minutes of action through Juan Camilo Hernandez from close range. The 19-year-old powered home an Ezequiel Avila beautiful square-pass from the right flank, but their leadership last for just 22 minutes as Isco restored parity for Los Blancos in the first half. Though, Real created about three chances after conceding their first goal but none of those efforts found the back of the net. Isco's equaliser came from a goal-mouth scramble after connecting with a Brahim Diaz's low cross in the

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Sunday, March 31, at the Presidential Villa Banquet Hall, said that his wife, Dolapo Osinabjo, had preferred a quiet life to the rigours of politics. Osinbajo revealed this at a Thanksgiving Service organised by the Aso Villa Chapel to thank God for the reelection of President Muhammadu Buhari and Osinbajo. He said that God was truly worthy of praise and thanksgiving. “It is impossible to thank him enough; I and my family have too many reasons to thank God. “One day my wife and I reflected on how unlikely our journey here is. “She reminded me that all she wanted was a quiet life as one of the many families of academics living on the University campus. “If someone had said to me in 2013 you will be campaigning across the country;. you will win the elections and become Vice President of Nigeria I would, because I am generally polite, have said amen but in my heart, say what a crazy chap! "Any one who knows how difficult it is to campaign for lo

- The rating of Nigeria when it come to poverty and misery among other countries of the world is nothing to write home about - This was as a survey by an economist from John Hopkins University in Baltimore, United state, Steve Hanke, places Nigeria as sixth on the list - The survey reveals that unemployment rate was the key determinant that pushed Nigeria up on the scale According to a research by an economist from John Hopkins University in Baltimore, United state, Steve Hanke, Nigeria ranks the sixth among miserable countries in the world. Hanke's survey reveals that Venezuela tops the list of miserable countries in the world. He said “Venezuela holds the inglorious title of the most miserable country in the world in 2018, as it did in 2017, 2016, and 2015.” However, Argentina jumped to the No. 2 spot after yet another peso crisis. Since its founding, Argentina has been burdened with numerous economic crises, Vanguard reports. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a le

- A former governorship aspirant in the Ekiti state, Oluwole Oluleye, who reportedly died in Abuja after a brief illness, has described as one who will be greatly missed - Oluleye has been described by the governor of Ekiti state as an embodiment of intellect, courage and hard work - Fayemi also said that Oluleye was an amiable, energetic, enterprising and a highly resourceful politician Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti has commiserated with the family of Oluwole Oluleye, a former governorship aspirant in the state, who reportedly died in Abuja after a brief illness. The late Oluleye, a former executive secretary, Petroleum Products Pricing Regulatory Agency (PPPRA), and later Petroleum Trust Development Fund (PTDF), held the title of Oluomo of Efon Alaaye, Ekiti state. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda The governor, in a statement through his chief press secretary, Yinka Oyebode, described Oluleye’s death as a huge loss,

Sustainable Democracy Agenda (SUDA), a pressure group, has urged Adams Oshiomhole-led All Progressives Congress (APC) to remain resolute on its endorsement of Senator Ahmed Lawan and Femi Gbajabiamila as Senate President and Speaker of House of representatives. The Convener of the group, Malam Ibrahim Usman, gave the advice in a statement on Sunday in Abuja. The group urged the leadership of APC and President Muhammadu Buhari not to cave in to the pressure of those it described as “ pretenders to the throne’ that are willing to compromise party supremacy on the altar of selfish interest. “The APC leadership must not rein in few of its members that are hobnobbing with the opposition to rubbish its hard-fought election victory. “The last time the APC ‘played it cool’ the party and by implication, the masses, paid dearly in terms of legislative sabotage that truncated delivery of dividends of democracy to the people by the Buhari administration.” According to the group, timely interv

- There are indications that most Nigerian cities will experience partly cloudy to cloudy, sunny and hazy weather conditions - The predictions were given by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) on Sunday, March 31 - NiMet also forecasted that the northern states would experience dust haze conditions with visibility range of two to five kilometres and localised visibility of less than 1000m The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has predicted partly cloudy to cloudy, sunny and hazy weather conditions with chances of localised thundery activities over most parts of the country on Monday, April 1. NiMet’s Weather Outlook on Sunday, March 31, in Abuja, predicted partly cloudy to sunny conditions over the central states, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda It also predicted chances of dust haze condition over Ibi and Jalingo with day and night temperatures of 34 to 38 and 21 t