You are welcome to the Nolly MOVIE SPOT: CINEMA360 TV SHOW FORMALLY LAUNCHED ONLINE

You are welcome to the Nolly MOVIE SPOT: CINEMA360 TV SHOW FORMALLY LAUNCHED ONLINE: PSI Multimedia, a media company based in Lagos has formally launched their TV show online. The TV show named CINEMA360 is an entertai...

CINEMA360 TV SHOW FORMALLY LAUNCHED ONLINE

PSI Multimedia, a media company based in Lagos has formally launched their TV show online. The TV show named CINEMA360 is an entertainment online TV platform which features Behind the scenes of movie shoot, movie premieres of actors and filmmakers, short films and  musicians.

the show is presently anchored by Nollywood actress Amanda Ebeye.

According to the Producer, Paul Omoruyi, the show decided to launch online due to the fact that the internet is not restricted to a particular audience like we have in television at our homes, He called on every one to watch this show by subscribing to the youtube channel 

watch the first episode below

 

You are welcome to the Nolly MOVIE SPOT: LUCKY IGBINEDION AND FAYEMI KAYODE (TWO EX-GOVERNO...

You are welcome to the Nolly MOVIE SPOT: LUCKY IGBINEDION AND FAYEMI KAYODE (TWO EX-GOVERNO...: It was a Glorious day for Precious Omoruyi when two ex-Governors joined in celebrating with her on her Birthday last wednesday the 16t...

LUCKY IGBINEDION AND FAYEMI KAYODE (TWO EX-GOVERNORS SHOWS UP AT A SUPRISE BIRTHDAY ORGANISED BY NOLLYWOOD DIRECTOR, PAUL OMORUYI IN HONOR OF HIS WIFE PRECIOUS OMORUYI (PHOTOS)

It was a Glorious day for Precious Omoruyi when two ex-Governors joined in celebrating with her on her Birthday last wednesday the 16th september 2015. She couldnt hide the joy and excitement as she saw the Ex-governors and other guest join in the celebration. Also at the event which took place at ZEN GARDENS in Ikeja, GRA in Lagos were top government officials. The Surprise Birthday was put together by her Hubby, Nollywood Producer and Director, Paul Omoruyi.

We at Nollymoviespot wish her a Happy Birthday and many more Happy return.
 see photos below

You are welcome to the Nolly MOVIE SPOT: CINEMA360 An anticipated tv show premiering soon o...

You are welcome to the Nolly MOVIE SPOT: CINEMA360 An anticipated tv show premiering soon o...: CINEMA360 Its no longer news that Cinema360 is coming to your screen, what is new in the story is that the show will be aired on two  lo...

You are welcome to the Nolly MOVIE SPOT: LIST OF WINNERS AND NOMINEES AT THE MTVBASE MUSIC ...

You are welcome to the Nolly MOVIE SPOT: LIST OF WINNERS AND NOMINEES AT THE MTVBASE MUSIC ...: The MTV Africa Music Awards 2015 holds tonight in South Africa as top international and Nigerian acts led by Neyo, D’Banj, Jhene Aiko, PSq...

LIST OF WINNERS AND NOMINEES AT THE MTVBASE MUSIC AWARDS HELD ON SATURDAY19TH JULY

The MTV Africa Music Awards 2015 holds tonight in South Africa as top international and Nigerian acts led by Neyo, D’Banj, Jhene Aiko, PSquare and Anthony Anderson battle for awards.
Find the winners’ list below as it’s unveiled:
NOTE: KEEP REFRESHING THE PAGE FOR NEW UPDATES…
Best Collabo
AKA, Burna Boy, Da LES & JR: “All Eyes On Me” (SA/Nigeria) –Winner
Best Male
Davido (Nigeria) – Winner
Video of the year
“Nafukwa” – Riky Rick; Director: Adriaan Louw
Best Female
Yemi Alade (Nigeria) – Winner
Best Hip Hop
Cassper Nyovest (South Africa) – Winner
Evolution Award
Dbanj (Nigeria) – Winner
Best New Act
Patoranking (Nigeria) – Winner
Best Live Act
Diamond (Tanzania) – Winner
Best Group
P-Square (Nigeria) – Winner
Best Pop & Alternative
Jimmy Nevis (South Africa) – Winner
Best Francophone
DJ ARAFAT OFFICIEL (Ivory Coast) -Winner
Best Lusophone
Ary (Angola) – Winner
Personality Of The Year
Trevor Noah – Winner
Best Male
AKA (South Africa)
Davido (Nigeria)
Diamond (Tanzania)
Sarkodie (Ghana)
Wizkid (Nigeria)
Best Female
Bucie (South Africa)
Busiswa (South Africa)
Seyi Shay (Nigeria)
Vanessa Mdee (Tanzania)
Yemi Alade (Nigeria)
Best Hip Hop
Cassper Nyovest (South Africa)
K.O. (South Africa)
Phyno (Nigeria)
Olamide (Nigeria)
Youssoupha (DRC)
Best Collabo
AKA, Burna Boy, Da LES & JR: “All Eyes On Me” (SA/Nigeria)
Davido featuring Uhuru & DJ Buckz: “The Sound” (Nigeria/SA)
Diamond & Iyanya: “Bum Bum” (Kenya/Nigeria)
Toofan & DJ Arafat: “Apero Remix” (Togo/Ivory Coast)
Stanley Enow & Sarkodie: “Njama Njama Cow Remix” (Cameroon/Ghana)
Video of the year
Crazy” – Seyi Shay Featuring Wizkid; Director: Meji Alabi
“Doors” – Prime Circle; Director: Ryan Kruger
“Love You Everyday” – Bebe Cool; Director: Clarence Peters
“Nafukwa” – Riky Rick; Director: Adriaan Louw
“The Sound” – Davido Featuring Uhuru & DJ Buckz; Director: Sesan
Song of the year
Cassper Nyovest: “Doc Shebeleza” (South Africa)
Euphonik featuring Mpumi: “Busa” (South Africa)
DJ Fisherman & NaakMusiQ featuring DJ Tira, Danger & Dream Team: “Call Out” (South Africa)
K.O featuring Kid X: “Caracara” (South Africa)
Lil Kesh Featuring Olamide & Davido: “Shoki Remix” (Nigeria)
Mavins: “Dorobucci” (Nigeria)
Sauti Sol: “Sura Yako” (Kenya)
Toofan: “Gweta” (Togo)
Wizkid: “Show You The Money” (Nigeria)
Yemi Alade: “Johnny” (Nigeria).

CINEMA360 An anticipated tv show premiering soon on two local stations

CINEMA360


Its no longer news that Cinema360 is coming to your screen, what is new in the story is that the show will be aired on two  local stations and a cable network station. the production company in charge of the show, PSI MULTIMEDIA STUDIOS, has since released the logo of the program and called for participation. from the level of preparation for this program its surely going to be very competitive among all the shows airing at the moment as they have added a shortfilm segment in the showto make it different from other shows.
we at Nollymoviespot only hope it will give these MNET programs a run for their money.

Nigerian Men Are Liars –Yvonne Nelson

It appears Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson is so disappointed by the few Nigerian men she was attracted to that she feels no love and respect for Nigerian men any more.

“I wasn’t in a relationship with Ice Prince; he was just a friend to me. I don’t understand the kind of attention he was trying to draw to himself by claiming we had a relationship. If he wanted to say the truth, why didn’t he just say it from the beginning? All along he’d been saying that we’re friends and all of a sudden he turns around to claim that it was more than a friendship” she revealed.

In her recent interview with Genevieve Magazine, Yvonne Nelson outrightly dismissed Nigerian men as pathological liars.
Asked about the nationality of her next boyfriend, she responded: “I don’t know yet. I can’t say I want a Nigerian, or a Gambian or a Cameroonian. When it happens, it happens. But Nigerian men can lie. Nigerian guys can lie for the whole of Africa. They will come with all the lies because they know that women respond to the things they hear. The lies are just so crazy. And I’m not some 19 year-old who just wants to have fun. I’m not in that place anymore. So I’m taking my time to get it right” she said.
In the interview she also denied she ever dated Ice Prince.

[Photos] ‘Man Of God’ Feeds Followers With Snakes And Stones, Name It Chocolate

6 Nigerian Films Selected For Durban International Film Festival

Two Nigerian feature films and four Nigerian short films have been selected for the 36th Durban International Film Festival. The two feature films are 30 Days In Atlanta (produced by Ayo Makun) and Michelle Bello’s romantic comedy, Flower Girl. The four short films are Henna (directed by Ishaya Bako), The Dutiful Wife (directed by Soji Ogunnaike), Timothy (directed by Ejiro Onobrakpor), and Once (directed by Jay Franklyn Jituboh).
The four selected short films are products of the Afrinolly Cinema4Change initiative, which is sponsored by the Ford Foundation. The 36th Durban International Film Festival will run from July 16, 2015 through July 26, 2015.

Oge Odiegwu shines in Famous Otakpomwens's new flick WIFE SWAP

Oge Odiegwu is the beautiful young star in Director Famous Otakpomwen's new movie Wife Swap, She played the lead role in a film that starred Nollywood actors including Charles Inojie, Ada Ameh, Jude Orhuorha, Sunny Mc Don and other Nollywood stars.  its a movie to watch out for. Check out location pics below:

BBA WINNER KAREN IGHO DELIVERS A BABY BOY!

                               
Karen has put to bed!!

The BBA winner gave birth to her bouncing baby boy in Mount Sinai Roosevelt hospital, New York, USA on July 4th. 

we at Nollymoviespot say...congrats!!

SUV filled with bomb recovered in Maiduguri

A press statement from the Defence Headquarters by the Director of Defence, Major Gen. Chris Olukolade states that they were able to recover a jeep filled with explosive devices in Maidugri and that more searches are being conducted to stop terrorist attacks.

The statement reads:

A jeep full of Improvised Explosives Devises was among the weapons recovered by troops conducting Cordon and Search Operations after suicide bombing attacks on Zabamari  Muna near Maiduguri. The jeep along with 2 Hilux vehicles being used by terrorists were destroyed in the course of pursuit and encounter with a group of terrorists trying to escape after simultaneous attacks on targets in the communities Thursday and Friday.

A total of 6 suicide bombers had detonated themselves around the garage killing scores of people while some people were also wounded. A soldier also died.

Military Explosives Ordinance experts backed by Police Bomb Disposal Units are continuing with vigorous search for any bombs that might have been hidden or left unexploded in the area.

Meanwhile, all other offensive operations of counterterrorist campaign against terrorists continuing in various fronts. Additional deployment of men and equipment to enhance the scope of the mission both within the country and at borders are also continuing.

Buhari to reopen cases of political assassinations and kidnappings

A statement by the President's Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina said that President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday promised that his administration will make sure that all cases of political assassination and kidnapping in the country are thoroughly investigated.

 

This  promise was made while addressing state chairmen of the All Progressives Congress who visited him at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

Adesina said,

“I can confirm to you that the President did say during the closed-door meeting he had with the APC state chairmen that his administration will ensure that all cases of political assassination, intimidation and kidnapping in the country are thoroughly investigated to ensure that the perpetrators are brought to justice. The President said the cases will be investigated irrespective of the perpetrators’ political affiliations.”

Buhari allegedly told the APC chiefs that he remained committed to providing a level playing field for all Nigerians to get on with their daily lives or participate in electing their leaders, without fear of intimidation.

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He also promised that his administration would continuously strengthen Nigeria’s criminal justice system to curb the reign of injustice and impunity in the country.

 

According to the statement, the President said,

“At every point, the law must be supreme and everyone must respect the law, if our democratic system is to survive. Injustice cannot survive for long. Justice will ultimately prevail. We will make sure that those saddled with the responsibility of ensuring justice and equity do not rest on their oars. The only way we can sustain our democracy is to ensure that the law remains supreme at all times. If the law is upheld, people will have confidence that they can vote for who they want to vote for, without intimidation or threats.

“The police and the judiciary must ensure that justice is done in the country. We won’t allow impunity to continue in certain states, where the rights of the people are being violated. I have a personal commitment to fair play and respect of personal rights. This government will do all that is possible to enforce that.”

While recalling his address to the National Executive Council of the APC on Friday, Buhari said now that the APC is the party in government, it must lead by example and consolidate on the gains of a democratic system.

The President urged political leaders in the country to keep to prescribed legal processes for the resolution of political disputes and not resort to violence and other forms of unacceptable behaviour in seeking redress for any perceived injustice.

 

He also called on them to work with the party’s elected officials to ensure that APC delivers on its promise of better living conditions for all Nigerians.

 

The leader of the delegation and chairman of the APC in Kano State, Umar Dogowa, reaffirmed their support for Buhari’s administration, assuring him that they would uphold the values of the party, promote peace and unity in the country.

 

The president made this declaration because some of the chairmen in states controlled by other parties complained to Buhari of political intimidation and harassment in their states.

 

Dogowa later told State House correspondents that the APC chairmen were in the Presidential Villa to congratulate the President on his election.

 

He said Buhari promised them that he would continue to be a true party man and that he would not rest on his oars until Nigeria is back on track.

 

 

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Osas Ighodaro's magnificient wedding gown

 The Tinsel actress rocked a Mai Atafo wedding dress for her big day in New York.. Her husband Gbenro Ajibade also cut off his dreads for her..
Beautiful dress!

IF U THINK JOHN OKAFOR AKA MR IBU IS REALLY A MUMU CHECK OUT PICTURES OF HIMSELF, WIFE AND CHILDREN

Popular nollywood comedian Actor, John Okafor came into limelight after playing the role of ‘Mr. Ibu‘ in the Hit Comic Movie ‘Mr. Ibu
The Comedian is married with children and has acted in more than 70 movies.
He recently acquired a Brand New BMW..
He shared pics of his wife, Stella Maris Okafor and daughter via instagram….
See below…

BENIN GROUP ENDORSE OSAIGBOVO IYOHA FOR EDO STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY SEAT

A popular Benin group known as the Edo House for Progress  Yesterday Endorsed the Candidacy of the APC Candidate for Oredo East Constituency, Mr Osaigbovo Iyoha to be elected in the forth coming Election. In a press statement by the group's convener, Mr Paul Omoruyi, He said  it was now necessary for Benin people to allow grass-root leaders like Osaigbovo Iyoha to come onboard so that they can use their experience to contribute  towards the growth of Benin City and also to make sure that the youths enjoy their dividend of Democracy.

In his words, he said " for total change in Edo state vote APC,  vote Osaigbovo Iyoha for Edo House of Assembly Oredo East constituency. the change you have been waiting for has come, embrace it!!"

The group also endorsed the candidacy of Hon. Samson R. Osagie for Edo South Senetorial District.

i cant speculate the Duties Buhari will ask me to perform, Ask Buhari-Osinbajo

The Vice-Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, in this interview with KAYODE FALADE, talks about his nomination and national issues

You were not in the early picture of contenders for the vice-presidential slot. When and how did your name pop up?

I think my name was always being mentioned. My name came up early. Maybe a great deal of importance wasn’t attached to it but it came up early. At least, in the press, it was reported frequently early too. This has been on since almost four or five months ago. There have been speculations for that long. Thus, my name has always popped up.

As a pastor and legal practitioner who is not much of a politician; why did you accept the offer when you were nominated?

I accepted the offer because I believe one of the most important contributions that any person can make to a society is public service. For me, it didn’t require much reflection because I have always believed the most effective way of making maximum impact on the welfare and well-being of our society is through public service.

You’ve always emphasised prayers. Did you pray about this before you accepted?

I always pray. I prayed about this just as I pray about many things because communication with God at all times is important. I also think people, maybe, get more religious when it comes to political office. People tend to say God told them to do something or the other; but I think the most important thing to bear in mind is that as far as the Christian is concerned, there is something called the priesthood of the believer, which means that every believer is a priest unto God. It also means every believer has a duty to serve man as if we are serving God. In other words, service to man is service to God. For a Christian, especially a pastor, to suggest that if he has an opportunity to serve millions of people, an opportunity to effect policies which may alleviate the sufferings of millions of people, as it is the case in Nigeria, an opportunity to fashion policies that may transform the lives of people, I think it may be hypocritical not to participate in that.

I also believe that when you are committed to doing God’s will — and His will for us all as Christians is that we must participate in solving problems, especially the problems of the needy and those who cannot help themselves — we must do those things. That is part of our calling and in fact, our scripture says that we will be asked on the last day, ‘What did you do when you saw me naked? What did you do when you saw me sick and in prison?’ If we then say, ‘Lord (Jesus), when did we see you hungry? When did we see you sick?’ And then, Jesus will say, ‘Every time you saw those sick people, the poor and the hungry; every time you saw the naked, it was me (Jesus).’ For me, it is almost unthinkable for a Christian to second-guess public service. We must be prepared to serve the people. That is what I teach and preach in my church. There are probably hundreds of thousands of individuals as deserving who do not get that opportunity, but I do. And then I should turn it down for some reasons? It wouldn’t even occur to me, except if God were to say specifically to me, ‘Don’t do it.’

Did God reveal your victory?

That’s the point I’ve been trying to make to you. It is not about winning. That is not what I am interested in. What I am interested in is not what God says about winning or losing. I am not asking Him for, as it were, a lottery. If we were going to play a game, then I could say, ‘O Lord, will I win or lose?’ That’s not the point. The point is will I serve the people or will I not? That’s the only issue I need to consider and I don’t need any special directive on that because that is what God has already said we must do as believers.

And what did He tell you?

No, I won’t disclose that to you.

The Redeemed Christian Church of God, where you are a pastor, has come out to say it never endorsed you…

I don’t think the church has ever said any such thing. Also, the church does not endorse candidates. The General Overseer of the church, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has not said any such thing. He has not issued any statement. In any event, the RCCG as a church cannot endorse a candidate. How can a church endorse a candidate?

But did you seek Pastor Adeboye’s consent before accepting the nomination?

I serve under the GO of the RCCG as a pastor. If I am going to take any kind of action, especially an action that involves public service, it is my duty to consult with him. It would be absolutely irresponsible of me not to consult with him. And I have consulted with him.

Did he give you his consent?

I have consulted with Adeboye fully. I am not prepared to share with you the details of our discussion. But be absolutely certain that I would not take these steps without properly consulting with him and that I did what was needful.

The opposition has labelled you a stooge of the National Leader of the APC, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu. What is your reaction to that?

I think it is irrelevant. I cannot dignify that with a comment. What anyone should do is look at my track record. In any event, when you look at Tinubu, who is it that he has in any form supported that turned out to be his stooge? Is it (Lagos State Governor, Babatunde) Fashola or (former Ekiti State Governor, Kayode) Fayemi? Is it (Osun State Governor, Rauf) Aregbesola or (Edo State Governor, Adams) Oshiomhole? Is it (Oyo State Governor, Abiola) Ajimobi, (Ogun State Governor, Ibikunle) Amosun or Wale Edun? These are individuals who have contributed tremendously to the development of their states and the development of this nation. And all you need to ask those who tell you about stooges and all of that is, ‘Who are those men and women of character who they have produced to serve in the same states where we have served so creditably?’ I think the statement is not really worth the comment.

One of the reasons given for ‘zoning’ the APC vice-presidential slot to the South-West was that the region sacrificed so much for the emergence of the party and that it has been marginalised in the current dispensation. As a candidate of the South-West, what are your plans for the region?

I am a candidate of the APC, which is a national party. Don’t regionalise candidature. Gen. (Muhammadu) Buhari is a representative of the South-West, the North and everywhere else, and so am I. We were elected nationally; we were not elected to represent regions or places. It would be wrong for us to say that the reason why I am there is for the South-West. What then would the South-East and South-South say? I don’t think that regionalising it in that way is right. I think we are persons who have been appointed into national offices and we will serve in those capacities. I think that is the right way to look at this. I believe the South-West will be an engine of change and development in Nigeria. It is important that that is maintained, just as all the parts of Nigeria — the South-East, South-South and the North. Everyone has a role to play and a contribution to make.

Why then did your party say it gave the South-West the slot?

I’m sure that is not an official statement of the party. I am sure that is a speculation. I don’t think it is fair to say that is the official position of the party. The party may have its reasons; but officially, the fair thing to say is that Buhari and I were nominated by the party to be national, not regional, officers.

As a lawyer, you are trained to obey the rule of law while Buhari is a retired Army general, who gained power several years ago through a coup d’état. Are you sure there wouldn’t be a conflict if you are elected?

I’ve interacted extensively with Buhari and I think he is conscious of the fact that we are in a civilian dispensation and that we are bound by the rule of law and the Constitution. He has repeated this so often. He has demonstrated this by going to court every time he lost election, pursuing the rule of law and legal processes.

He could have completely ignored it. He could have said, ‘I don’t even believe in the rule of law. I don’t believe in the system.’ But he has consistently done the right thing and whenever he speaks, you’ll notice that he always goes back to the Constitution. I believe whatever we may say about the military dispensation, we should realise that the era was not famous for the observance of the rule of law. But I think that after all of these years, Buhari has had plenty of time to reflect and all his utterances in the many years after military rule show that he definitely subscribes fully to the tenets of the rule of law and fundamental human rights and also understands that democratic rule is different from military rule. Thus, I have no problems at all working with a man like him.

Some schools of thought have it that you are of less electoral value, compared with Governor Adams Oshiomhole, Governor Rotimi Amaechi and even Governor Raji Fashola. The argument is that the party is making a mistake by going for somebody who has never contested or won any election. Is the argument valid to you?

I think that, perhaps, there is an advantage to that, because it means that I have to work harder. And as you can see, I am working very hard. I think that hard work always pays off. We’re going round, speaking with the people to know their concerns. I take nothing for granted and that is one of the most important things I’d like to bring into the campaign. We must do what we need to do, we must work harder than ever, we must answer questions from the public. We are not saying to the people, ‘I am so well-known. I don’t need to come and speak to you.’ Thus, that might well be an advantage for the party; that I cannot take anything for granted. I need to work hard to get the party’s policies known and recognised. I think it is important that the party has chosen this and I am sure that it took everything into consideration before making the choice that it made. Of course, all the gentlemen you have referred to are thoroughly qualified individuals who would have brought something of worth and value to the ticket; but that’s the nature of the APC, we have many to choose from.

What are the things of value you are bringing to the table?

I’m bringing in hard work, focus, my reputation for detailed work and also I like to support a man who believes in probity and accountability. I think that is important. I also would like to work with implementation of policies. We have shown that for eight years in Lagos State. We worked very hard on our justice sector reforms and all the other reforms of the Tinubu-led administration. Even in the subsequent administration, we worked hard with all of those who are there. We have been there in the public service; we may not be famous, but we have worked very hard.

Considering the fact that the Office of the Vice President has no portfolio under the Constitution, how confident are you that you can realise all these?

Buhari and I have had several discussions. I know that he will not waste the peculiar attributes that I will bring to the table, because he is a person who obviously values contributions from other people. I have worked with him and I have seen him at work. I don’t think that he would waste my contributions. I think he will happily receive contributions and give me roles to play that will ensure that his administration benefits maximally. What’s the point of having me on the ticket, if he is not going to use what I will bring to the table? I don’t have any doubts at all that Buhari will find my contributions useful enough for him to say, ‘This and that are the things I’d like you to do.’

Which roles do you think he would ask you to perform?

I cannot speculate on that. You will have to ask him.

One of the most serious issues the country is facing is insecurity. How do you think this should be tackled?

I think the first problem is recognising that you cannot deal with such a major assault on the integrity of the nation when you are misrepresenting the facts. And one of the things that the government, unfortunately, has done is to accuse the opposition of being responsible for the Boko Haram (insurgency), which, of course, has created a division. Look at everywhere else in the world where a country has come under attack. What the government does is to ensure that there is a bipartisan or a multi-party agreement on how to tackle the problem. You don’t politicise the issue. In this case, the false allegations made against the APC of being responsible for Boko Haram (attacks), including allegations made against senior members of the party by the government, first of all, created a distraction. Rather than identify the real causes and issues surrounding the Boko Haram (insurgency), they were busy labelling the APC. This, for me, is one of the greatest disservices this administration has done to this nation. The fact that, rather than focus on who the true enemy was, they waited until Buhari was almost killed by the same Boko Haram before, they started to rethink that allegation, is unfortunate. Whenever they find it convenient, they just throw the allegation around.

I think that the first thing, when you want to deal with a danger of such enormity to a nation, is that you must be truthful, sincere and forthright. You must identify who the true enemy is. The second is that you have to motivate and equip the military and the Commander-in-Chief must lead from the front. You cannot lead from behind. The people must see that just as you are saying to them that they must be prepared to fight Boko Haram, you are also prepared. It is apparent that our military is very disciplined. I have said this many times, the Nigerian Army is one of the best in the world; definitely one of the best in Africa. I served under UNOSOM 2 in Mogadishu, Somalia; the head of the Police that took care of the entire operation, Col. Pat Akem, was a Nigerian. He is now a brigadier. All of the troops from other nations were under his care as the head of the military police in that operation. The Representative of the United Nations

Secretary-General in that mission always insisted that Nigerians should be the one to guard him when he would go out of the UN compound. Nigerian troops have distinguished themselves in peacekeeping all over the world. It is unfortunate to hear terrible stories that Boko Haram insurgents chased soldiers away and they are not well-equipped or motivated. It is sad. If you want to win against an insurgency, then you must arm the military well. That is what is required. Look at the Chibok girls and all that has happened. Isn’t it right for the Commander-in-Chief to visit the place? For me, I think that these are some of the issues that boost morale, motivate the troops and the nation. Unfortunately, that is not the case.

The third issue is that we must also identify the fact that there seems to be a large pool from where these Boko Haram members are continuously being recruited. What is the reason for that? Many of our young people don’t have a stake in this society. They are jobless; there are no opportunities. And then somebody comes to them and says, ‘if you join us, whatever you steal or loot, including women, is yours.’ That is a problem. I think what we ought to bear in mind is that we must address some of the root causes, especially the pool from which these people are constantly recruiting from. We must address the problems of poverty and disillusionment among young people, especially in those regions where Boko Haram has largely been operating from. I believe that our government would be able to address those issues seriously and comprehensibly. If we say, so far, trillions have been spent on defence, and troops are complaining about bullets and rounds of ammunition, then there is something gravely wrong.

Some personalities from the Niger Delta region have threatened that if Jonathan does not win, there will be unrest. What is your take on this?

I don’t think there will be any unrest. I think our brothers in the Niger Delta are very reasonable people. I think what everyone will be looking for is a free and fair election. If elections are credible, no one will take up arms or resort to self-help. If we have a free and fair election, I don’t think that anyone will put their lives on the line to defend the government or any such thing. What is most important is a free and fair election. That is what the Independent National Electoral Commission and the government of today should aim for.

Do you see INEC accomplishing it?

The distribution of the Permanent Voter Cards has not shown INEC in a very good light. I would really urge INEC to rise up to its responsibilities. These coming elections are very important for the future of our nation. And I think it is important for INEC to live up to its responsibilities; understand the importance of the elections and understand why the elections should not be tainted in anyway by any kind of suggestion that they were not properly conducted. I think INEC really has a duty to this nation — to ensure that things are done properly this time.

Buhari chose another pastor, Tunde Bakare, as his running mate in his last bid for the presidency in 2011. Does he have a disposition to clerics?

You will have to ask Buhari why he likes pastors. But I think it’s a good thing and a good sign. I think it shows that he is well and able to work with anyone — clerics and people of other faiths.

It is believed that Buhari’s quest to sanitise the political system is an overambitious one due to the level of corruption which political leaders in Nigeria have grown accustomed to. What’s your take?

I think our nation is at a point where corruption is almost the norm, especially in the public service. You and I know that that is probably the rule; the exception is any kind of transparency or forthright behaviour. But it is important to draw the line somewhere, because this nation cannot continue with this level of corruption. It is just impossible. I don’t think that people are born good. As a matter of fact, my belief is that most people will do the wrong thing if there is no consequence for their action. And the reason why we are here today is that there is no consequence for the actions that people take — for corruption, stealing, or anything of the sort. That is the reason why I think that what is required, first of all, is an administration where people believe that the number one man will not tolerate corruption. If the number one man is perceived as a man that will not tolerate corruption, then you have moved light years from where we are today. I think that Buhari is somebody who is respected for his strong views on corruption. What we need to introduce today is consequence for corruption. If we don’t do that, frankly I am fearful that we may not have much left of a country.

Breaking: Emir Sanusi Set To Take 17-Year-Old Girl As Fourth Wife.

“The only thing we never get enough of is love,” so says Henry Miller, an American writer. Though Miller’s philosophical postulation was contained in his writings over three decades ago, they are true and eternal. In an unconscious attestation to this truism, the Emir of Kano, Malam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi (Muhammadu Sanusi II), is set to take his fourth wife. The bridal candidate is a 17-year-old beautiful daughter of the Lamido of Adamawa, Alhaji Muhammadu Barkindo Aliyu Musdafa.

Sanusi, an accomplished banker, who became the 14th Emir of Kano last June, is a respected Islamic Scholar, and his decision to take a new wife is in line with Islamic injunction which prescribes a maximum of four wives for those who can treat all of them equally. Already, Sanusi has three beautiful wives - Sadiya, Maryam and Rakiya. Like in ancient times when bonds between empires were deepened by marriages among royals and nobles across boundaries, the betrothal of the Adamawa princess to Emir Sanusi II may also be a move to deepen royal bond between Adamawa and Kano. Historically, both emirates have similar origins in the 19 century Usman dan Fodio’s jihad. 

he Adamawa Emirate headquartered in Yola, founded by Modibo Adama, one of the commanders of Usman dan Fodio, during the Fulani Jihad of 1809, was traditionally located in Fombina which covers present Adamawa and Taraba States and previously stretched as far as northern provinces of Cameroon, minor parts of Western Chad and the Central African Republic before becoming an emirate of the caliphate. Kano, which was formerly a sultanate, at the end of the eighteenth century, was the richest and most populous of the Hausa states and its capital was perhaps the greatest city in the whole Sudan. As a centre of trade, its reputation stretched far and near. The wave of the 19th century Fulani Jihad of Sheikh Usman dan Fodio defeated the last sultan of Kano by the Jobe Clan of the Fulani, thus making Kano an emirate of the caliphate.

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