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- BBNaija’s Kaisha tackles President Buhari over killings of #EndSARS protesters
- Buhari nominates his aide, Lauretta Onochie as INEC commissioner, days after Wizkid dragged her on Twitter
- Man who worshipped Donald Trump, dies while fasting for his recovery from Covid-19
- Moment Davido angrily chased out two lovers making out beside him
- DJ Cuppy cries out says 'She has never been this frustrated in her life'
- Cristiano Ronaldo tests positive for coronavirus
- Police announces formation of Special Weapons and Tactics, SWAT to replace SARS
- Government grants Davido permission to set up evaluation panel for SARS Officers
- “Love is not their mate” – Chacha Eke says as she kisses her hubby, Austin
- Dorathy: I have a problem with Laycon always trying to touch my body
- Toyin Abraham leads #EndSars protest in Ibadan 24 hours after getting dragged by Nigerians on Twitter
- Nana Tornado - I had one night stand with Pamela Odame; she was a prostitute
- BBNaija Nengi joins 'Rattlesnake' cast & crew in SA
- Ikorodu Bois feature on Steve Harvey's TV show
- Cardi B gets Rolls Royce gift from estranged husband Offset on her 28th birthday
- 5 ways ‘New Nollywood’ filmmakers can contribute more to the Nigerian project
- Nigerian singer, Oxlade injured while his manager gets tortured at Surulere SARSMUSTEND protests
- Burna Boy gives reasons why he didn't participate in #EndSARS Protest
- Davido joins Ajebo Hustlers anti-police brutality anthem of 'Barawo'
| BBNaija’s Kaisha tackles President Buhari over killings of #EndSARS protesters Posted: 15 Oct 2020 01:00 AM PDT  Ex-housemate of BBNaija season 5 reality TV show, Kaisha Umaru, has slammed President Muhammadu Buhari over killings of #EndSARS protesters.The reality star questioned if the president was blind to the plight of his citizens while reminding him that the Government are meant serve the people and not themselves.Writing further, Kaisha stated that she isn't scared even if it means to "speak up the truth and die fighting for it".She tweeted, "Buhari Buhari Buhari how many times did I call you? With all due respect sir are you blind? They are killing innocent people that a peacefully protesting for their own right, @MBuhari, is it a crime to be a Nigerian? God will punish sir. "The government are meant to serve us, they are our servants, and I am not afraid to speak up the truth. Am not afraid to die while fighting for the truth."   |
| Posted: 15 Oct 2020 12:30 AM PDT  President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed his Special Assistant on Social Media, Lauretta Onichie, as an electoral commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission representing Delta State.He also appointed Mohammed Sani (Katsina), Kunle Ajayi (Ekiti), and Seidu Ahmed (Jigawa) as electoral commissioners. This was contained in a letter he sent to the Senate, seeking confirmation of their appointment. The letter was read by the President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, on the floor of the Senate on Tuesday. Mr Buhari said the appointment is pursuant to paragraph 14 of part 1f of the first schedule of the 1999 constitution.  In a separate letter, the president sought the Senate's confirmation of appointment of three nominees as Executive Directors of the Board of Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA). News Credit: Premium times.  |
| Man who worshipped Donald Trump, dies while fasting for his recovery from Covid-19 Posted: 15 Oct 2020 12:00 AM PDT  A 33-year-old man, Bussa Krishna from Telangana, India who went viral after turning his puja room into a temple for US President, Donald Trump has died while fasting for him to recover from Coronavirus.The Hill reports that Bussa who was concerned about the US President's health condition following his COVID-19 infection, died of cardiac arrest on Sunday October 11.,2020. According to reports, the family of the deceased confirmed that he suffered from depression upon learning that Donald Trump and wife had contracted COVID-19 . He therefore took to fasting but unfortunately collapsed while having tea at his relative`s residence. It is said that Krishna started worshipping the US president after Srinivas Kuchibhotla, a indian software engineer was killed by a US navy veteran in an alleged act of hate crime in February,2020. He went on to build a six-feet statue of the US President which he worshipped. Krishna also kept a fast every Friday to pray for long life for Donald Trump.    |
| Moment Davido angrily chased out two lovers making out beside him Posted: 14 Oct 2020 11:30 PM PDT  A video making the rounds on social media has shown the moment Davido chased away two lovers who were having a quality time beside him.In the video, Davido was seen sitting down in the midst of a huge crowd. He was talking and smiling with a friend at the gathering, when the body of the lady mistakenly touched him. He turned and saw the both of them making out, and he angrily asked them to shift away from him. The both of them quickly moved away from Davido as he continued chatting with his friend at the party.  |
| DJ Cuppy cries out says 'She has never been this frustrated in her life' Posted: 14 Oct 2020 11:00 PM PDT  Popular disc jockey, DJ Cuppy has said she has never been this frustrated in her life while voicing out frustrations over her inability to partake in the ongoing #EndSARS protest against police brutality in Nigeria.DJ Cuppy born Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola registered her frustration in series of tweets she posted on her verified Twitter page today, October 13.Recall DJ Cuppy flew into the country few days ago with the intention to join the ongoing #EndSARS protests. However, her hopes were dashed after she was warned to adhere to COVID-19 safety measure by undergoing a compulsory quarantine. She tweeted… "I don't think I've EVER been this frustrated in my life! #SarsMustEndNow As much as I'm currently doing all that I CAN whilst here in quarantine, honestly it DOES NOT feel the same as being out on the streets making history with my fellow Nigerian youth"   |
| Cristiano Ronaldo tests positive for coronavirus Posted: 14 Oct 2020 10:30 PM PDT  Cristiano Ronaldo has been ruled out of Portugal's clash with Sweden after testing positive for Covid-19.The Juventus forward is "doing well, without symptoms, and in isolation", according to a statement from the Portugal national team.The Juventus striker will now undertake a two-week period in quarantine after contracting Covid-19 while away on international duty. |
| Police announces formation of Special Weapons and Tactics, SWAT to replace SARS Posted: 14 Oct 2020 10:00 PM PDT  The Nigeria Police Force has announced the creation of the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) unit to replace the recently-dissolved Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).SARS was dissolved days ago following nationwide protests against the extra-judicial activities of the group that have escalated over the past few years.The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, said in a statement on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 that SWAT will fill the gaps left by SARS whose main role was tackling violent crimes especially armed robbery and kidnapping."Meanwhile, the IGP has set up a new Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team that will fill the gaps arising from the dissolution of the defunct SARS. Prospective members of this new team will also undergo psychological and medical examination to ascertain their fitness and eligibility for the new assignment. They are to commence training at the different Police tactical training institutions nationwide, next week. While personnel from the Police Commands in the South-East and the South-South will be trained at the Counter-Terrorism College, Nonwa-Tai, Rivers State, those from the Police Commands from the North and the South-West will be trained at the Police Mobile Force Training College, Ende, Nasarawa State and the Police Mobile Force Training College, Ila-Orangun, Osun State, respectively." the statement read.  |
| Government grants Davido permission to set up evaluation panel for SARS Officers Posted: 14 Oct 2020 04:22 PM PDT  Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, best known as Davido has been granted permission to set up an independent evaluation panel that will be looking into the affairs of SARs officers.This is coming after the singer met with the Inspector-General of police in Abuja on the 12th of October, 2020 following the ongoing protest against police harassment and brutality.In the outcome of the meeting, Davido is granted the go-ahead to set up an independent panel that will be evaluating and investigating the unit of police – Special Anti-Robbery Squads, SARs. Davido, however, confirmed the disbandment of the police unit and also assured protesters who witnessed the meeting that 'no more phone search by the police.' Watch the video below…
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| “Love is not their mate” – Chacha Eke says as she kisses her hubby, Austin Posted: 14 Oct 2020 09:00 AM PDT  Nigerian actress, Chacha Eke Faani has shared a video of herself kissing her husband, Austin, amid speculations that she's facing domestic violence.The actress who stirred the spectations after she made a video saying she's done with her marriage to hubby, Austin, later retracted her statement.She blamed her action on her pregnancy, saying she's usually diagnosed with bipolar disorder whenever she gets pregnant for another child.However, her brother, debunked her statement, claiming she isn't bipolar, and insinuating that Chacha's husband is guilty of an offence, which he refused to disclose. However amid these reports, Chacha has shared another video of herself kissing her hubby, Austin.  |
| Dorathy: I have a problem with Laycon always trying to touch my body Posted: 14 Oct 2020 08:00 AM PDT  Big brother Naija finalist, Dorathy Bachor has disclosed the only problem she has with Laycon, winner of BBNaija lockdown season.During a recent interview, she was asked to clear the icons about her issue with Laycon during and after BBNaija. Dorathy in her response, said the only issue she had with Laycon was his touchyness. She said Laycon always wanted to touch her and she wasn't a fan of that. She added that she warned him severally but he didn't listen. She however explained that Laycon has also been a very good friend to her and infact they are still cool till now.  |
| Posted: 14 Oct 2020 06:00 AM PDT  Toyin Abraham leads #EndSars protest in Ibadan 24 hours after getting dragged by Nigerians on TwitterThis is coming barely 24 hours after she was dragged on social media by Nigerians for promoting her movie amid the nationwide protest.The movie star took to her Twitter page on Saturday, October 10, 2020, where she shared videos from the protest."I am more than my movies, I am an instrument for change and a destiny implementer. You can do this. love you all. #EndSARS," she captioned one of the videos. Abraham's latest action may be connected to the backlash she received from Nigerians on Twitter on Friday, October 9, for promoting her movie 'Fate Of Alakada.' She was accused of not taking a stance like other celebrities who have been protesting or lending their voices to curb the menace created by the special police unit.  |
| Nana Tornado - I had one night stand with Pamela Odame; she was a prostitute Posted: 14 Oct 2020 05:30 AM PDT  According to the defunct actor when he met Pamela as a prostitute on the Osu streets where he picked her and fell in love with her. "She told me she was a Kenyan and I got interested in her, I was like 2, 3 years ago," he said.Speaking on a show on Kantanka TV, he said he took her to a club in Osu where they had fun and engaged in sexual activities but they did not have sex. "We could have done things but I decided to relax only realize this girl is now all over the internet". According to Nana Tornado, he fell in love with Pamela and has been thinking about her for almost a year. Talking to Nayas, the host of the show, he said he expected to meet on the show as advertised earlier to ask her about their encounter. Watch the video below.  |
| BBNaija Nengi joins 'Rattlesnake' cast & crew in SA Posted: 14 Oct 2020 05:00 AM PDT Big Brother Naija Lockdown season's second runner-up, Nengi Rebecca Hamson may have gotten her first film role. The reality star is currently in Cape Town with the cast and crew of the upcoming 'Rattlesnake' remake.ALSO READ: 'Rattlesnake: The Ahanna Story' to premiere in cinemas November 13 The cast and select members of crew are reportedly in South Africa to complete filming for the anticipated film slated for release in November, 2020. While the production company is yet to confirm if Nengi will join the cast, she reportedly signed a talents management deal with Play Network earlier on in the week.  |
| Ikorodu Bois feature on Steve Harvey's TV show Posted: 14 Oct 2020 04:30 AM PDT Internet sensation, Ikorodu Bois have gotten yet another international recognition, this time from seasoned American comedian and TV host, Steve Harvey. The comedy skit makers recently made an appearance on Steve Harvey's 'Steve's TV show'. The young comedy skit makers announced via their social media platforms on October, 9 2020, that they recently featured on Steve Harvey's 'Steve's TV show' as guests. Reacting to their virtual guest appearance, the young filmmakers shared: "We made it to @SteveTVShow we so much love and appreciate this sir". The clip shared on social media had the boys share with Harvey how they kicked off their brand that is fast becoming a force in Nigeria's entertainment industry. It has been an amazing year for the Ikorodu Bois. Back in June, amid the Covid-19 lockdown, the skit makers got an exclusive invite to Hollywood for the premiere of 'Extraction 2' by the Russo brothers. In August, the boys received filmmaking equipment gifts from US streaming platform, Netflix.  |
| Cardi B gets Rolls Royce gift from estranged husband Offset on her 28th birthday Posted: 14 Oct 2020 04:00 AM PDT Cardi B turned 28 on Sunday, October 11, 2020, and to mark the special day, she had a wild time with friends and estranged husband, Offset. The rapper and her estranged husband party with friends on her 28th birthday.The rapper took to her Instagram stories on Sunday afternoon where she shared videos of herself and friends wilding out at a private propertyHer estranged husband, Offset spent the better part of the party recording as the mother of his daughter danced with her friends. At some point in the party, Cardi B gave Offset a lap dance and twerked for him. A main highlight of the evening was the pretty amazing gift Cardi B got from Offset.  |
| 5 ways ‘New Nollywood’ filmmakers can contribute more to the Nigerian project Posted: 14 Oct 2020 03:30 AM PDT  It is a recognized fact that Nollywood is the third largest film industry in the world. This success was not due to developed policies, neither did it happen overnight. It came as a result of collective and collaborative efforts of Nigerian entrepreneurs in the sector such as producers, editors, actors, other film production associated businesses and even pirates and the people for whom Nollywood creates.This last group, the audience, cannot be left out of the success story. This writer believes they are important and should now be the main focus of the industry. Evidence shows that, beyond entertainment, the passion for creating, profit generation and general creation of content for public consumption purposes, Nollywood has the capability to contribute to national development. Having grown remarkably over the years, Nollywood has the potential to positively affect the country and filmmakers owe this duty to the people who helped build and are still instrumental to sustaining the industry.Admittedly, the industry is still currently facing challenges such as lack of funds, bad infrastructure, lack of proper production equipment, bad scripting, the need to adapt to changing technology, etc. However, filmmakers must understand that the images they create, and the very art of filmmaking itself, can impact the social, economic, political and cultural fabrics of society. Realising this is an essential first step for industry stakeholders who will inspire and lead innovation towards national contribution. They need to go beyond the mere pursuit of profit and be at the forefront inspiring societal change through their works. There is presently an evolution in the film industry that is permanently altering our cinema culture: video on demand (VOD), which makes creative content available to people all over the world. It presents an opportunity for filmmakers to showcase their movies to international audiences and gives the industry increasing global recognition. This in turn creates better revenues and provides more funds for better production. This is why we are now seeing several high quality and high budget movies leading the rise and rise of 'the new Nollywood' with producers like Tunde Kelani, Tade Ogidan, and others in the forefront. These changes and increasing fortunes create the perfect opportunity for filmmakers to manage the various shortcomings of the growing film industry and contribute to national development. There are several possibilities for them to contribute (or continue to contribute) in any of the following categories: 1. Economic development According to PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), Nollywood contributed about 2.3% to Nigeria`s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and is expected to contribute about $1 billion dollars by 2020. This clearly demonstrates that the Filmmaking business in Nigeria is important to the Nigerian economy. Nollywood is reportedly the biggest employer of labour asides from government and agricultural sector, with hundreds of thousands of jobs in the film production and distribution chain. With adequate investment and continuous improvement, the film industry can exponentially increase its contribution to the economy in the near future. 2. Social development Filmmaking can bring about social change in the society. Films have a unique capability to combine enlightenment with entertainment, enabling the citizenry to get important messages while being entertained. By being deliberate about images and messages, characterisation (gender roles for example) and infusing messages of nationalism, human positivity and general good, films can contribute greatly to social development. It is clear that Nigeria's social evolution requires urgent corrective and positive messaging for change, and filmmakers can play a role in this regard. As a creative writer once said "the creative artist has the attributes of a healer. He concocts. And if his concoction is efficacious, it heals the diseases of the society". It is time to tone down messages of violence, nudity and general debauchery and substitute them with stories that promote peace, good neighbourliness, patriotism good governance, good parenting as well as respect for human dignity. 3. Cultural education and preservation The preserving and propagation of culture is a very important for any society's continuous existence and development. For a country like Nigeria, with diverse cultures and beliefs, it is even more important. Filmmakers have a role here: to create culturally appropriate movies that educate viewers while also serving as a store of culture. This includes promotion of films in local dialects. Movies like this can be a big financial success as well. An example is Mo Abudu's The Wedding Party which showed the glamour of a typical Nigerian wedding and ended up becoming the highest grossing Nigeria movie because many individuals could relate to it and this further helped it in. Similarly, the 1992 movie Living in Bondage was a major hit despite the actors speaking the Igbo language. Through this kind of deliberate filmmaking, our culture and identity can be well-preserved. No other person will be able to tell our stories better than we can. 4. Promotion of Tourism Movies can help promote tourism, which in turn can boost any country's GDP. A typical example is Hollywood and their depiction of America and the American Dream, which makes the average person want to visit and enjoy similar experiences. Nigerian filmmakers replicate this. Some are already doing it with movies like Up North, a 2018 Nigerian film shot in Bauchi. The movie displays the beautiful scenery and cultures of Nigeria's northern region in a way many never knew existed. We need more films like this, which show the beautiful side of the country as a means of promoting tourism. Cultivation of a positive mindset Movies themed around nationalism and patriotism will help educate viewers. Films that take viewers through the world of possibilities that good governance and law abiding citizens can attain will definitely cultivate a nationalistic and patriotic mindset in them. Movies can also make citizens more determined to be productive, more responsible to themselves and others around them, and more committed to the country as a whole. At the end of it all, filmmaking is definitely a serious business/. However, filmmakers should, in addition to creating entertainment for profit, also lay create films for the greater good of all. It is time to realise that Nollywood, and indeed the entire filmmaking industry, is not just a dumping ground for "wanna be" celebrities. Pulse Contributors is an initiative to highlight diverse journalistic voices. Pulse Contributors do not represent the company Pulse and contribute on their own behalf. About the author: Folasade Adu is a creative producer and content making strategist. She has a BSc in English and Literary studies, an MSc in Media and Communications as and a certificate in Business of Filmmaking from DelYork Creative Academy. She is passionate about the media industry and has hosted and produced content for shows, documentaries and films.  |
| Nigerian singer, Oxlade injured while his manager gets tortured at Surulere SARSMUSTEND protests Posted: 14 Oct 2020 03:00 AM PDT On October 11, 2020, Nigerian singer, Oxlade was injured at the #EndSARS protests in Surulere, Lagos. The singer who had gone there to protest had said that his manager, Ojah B was being tortured by the Nigerian police. This comes after news that legend, Femi Kuti finally joined the #EndSARS protests around the Ajuwon area of Lagos.He wrote, "They're torturing ojahb as we speak..... They're hurting my brother." This follows his earlier tweets, "Dem done hold my manager !!! Oppression is still happening Ojah b is in the police custody This country !!!!!" This comes after news that legend, Femi Kuti finally joined the #EndSARS protests around the Ajuwon area of Lagos.  |
| Burna Boy gives reasons why he didn't participate in #EndSARS Protest Posted: 14 Oct 2020 02:30 AM PDT Burna Boy says his mum is recovering from surgery The singer says his inability to join the #EndSars in Port Harcourt is for personal reasons.The music star made this known while responding to fans who requested his presence at the Port Harcourt branch of the #EndSars protest."Abeg come for the PH protest tomorrow Burna boy, join us," a fan tweeted. The singer replied with a shocking response. "Probably my BIGGEST frustration atm. But I have to stay here and make sure my mum recovers fully from her surgery. I dey wit una FULLY! ...Pls Dm @protectng2020 if you can volunteer to help at the ph protest #SARSMUSTEND," he tweeted. twitter.com The music star has joined other celebrities in the country to promote the #EndSars campaign which aimed at not only disbanding the Special Anti Robbery Squad and reforming the entire police force.  |
| Davido joins Ajebo Hustlers anti-police brutality anthem of 'Barawo' Posted: 14 Oct 2020 02:00 AM PDT Details/Takeaway: This Country NaWa! Kpos Lifestyle preachers, Ajebo Hustlers release a remix to their 1da Banton-produced socio-political commentary, 'Barawo.' This Davido assist comes on the song about the diminishing state of the country, extrajudicial killings, and police brutality, and also in the thick of #EndSARS protests across the world.This Davido assist comes on the song about the diminishing state of the country, extrajudicial killings, and police brutality, and also in the thick of #EndSARS protests across the world.Date: October 11, 2020 Song Title: Barawo Artist: Ajebo Hustlers featuring Davido Genre: Afro-pop Producer: 1da Banton Album: TBA Video Director: TBA Label: The Plug Play the song below;  |
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