Tuesday, March 31, 2015

Nigerians Have Made History Through The Ballot box–- APC



The National Publicity Secretary of All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji Lai Mohammed, on Tuesday said Nigerians had made history through the ballot box.

Mohammed made the statement in Abuja at the APC secretariat while fielding questions from newsmen.

Five Reasons Why Goodluck Jonathan Lost To Gen Muhammadu Buhari

Five Reasons Why Goodluck Jonathan Lost To Gen Muhammadu Buhari


Nigerians are so used to the idea that an incumbent should win presidential elections that President Goodluck Jonathan's failure to beat Gen Muhammadu Buhari needs some explaining. Here are five reasons why the opposition won:

Ekiti On Lockdown As Fayose Imposes Dusk To Dawn Curfew


Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose on Tuesday declared a dusk to dawn curfew in the state what he said is to avoid crisis that might arise from the declaration of the result of the Saturday's presidential election.

Congratulations, General Muhammadu Buhari As #NigeriaDecides -- Atiku Writes [READ]


Congratulatory message by Atiku Abubakar, GCON, former Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria, on the election of president-elect, His Excellency, General Muhammadu Buhari.

Peace Accord Committee Hails Jonathan For Conceding Defeat


The Peace Accord Committee has congratulated President Goodluck Jonathan for conceding defeat and congratulating his opponent, the All Progressives Congress’s candidate, Muhammadu Buhari.

The chairman of the committee and former Head of State, Abdusalami Abubakar, who spoke to journalists after a closed-door meeting with the President, said the committee was spellbound when Mr. Buhari informed them that Mr. Jonathan had called to congratulate him.

We Won’t Disappoint You, Just Pray For Us -- Osinbajo Speaks

"I Am Excited For The Future Of This Nation" -- Aisha Buhari Speaks



Read her Tweets below...

Read Jega’s Epic Response To Orubebe This Morning

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INEC Chairman, Prof. Jega allowed him to finish and replied him in a calm way, Jega said:
“Mr Orubebe, you are a former Minister of the Federal Republic .You are a statesman in your own right. You should be careful about what you say or what allegations or accusations you make. Certainly you should be careful about your public conduct”
Jega’s response to Orubebe has been hailed as mature and worthy of praise.

VIDEO: Godsday Orubebe Outburst At INEC’s Collation Centre. Watch and download:

PDP publicity secretary, Olisa Metuh, A Publicity Secretary to the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) spoke to Channels TV on the outburst of their party agent Elder Godsday Orubebeat the INEC’s collation center this morning, 31st March.
“In a democratic process, we must follow democratic channels. Yesterday we questioned the opposition party about certain things they had done to challenge states. We expect our members to follow the same process as well. This party has a tradition of decency and will follow democratic channels to lay complaints. Ours is to protest and make our voices heard through recognized channels and wait for democratic process to be followed. We directed our members that everyone should conduct himself within democratic norms and principles. That is all we have to say about that.” he said

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Buhari campaign group call for the arrest of Femi Fani-Kayode

Buhari Support Group has called on the law enforcement agents to effect the arrest of Chief Femi Fani-Kayode for saying that PDP had won in 23 states even when INEC had not announced any results. The group at a press conference in Abuja yesterday March 30th said Fani-Kayode through his action breached the electoral law
"We strongly condemn in its entirety, the recent outburst and blatant misinformation of the general public by Mr. Femi Fani-Kayode that the PDP is already leading in 23 states of the federation. This claim is a total breach of the electoral act and is designed to cause the breach of peace. Gen. Mohammadu Buhari had repeatedly emphasised to his supporters to maintain calmness in that face of provocation by the ruling party. This recent utter exhibition of lawlessness enmeshed in the typical character of impunity by PDP is unacceptable. We ask the security agencies to immediately effect the arrest of Mr. Fani-Kayode for breaching relevant sections of the electoral act which forbids any organ outside INEC from officially declaring election results. His arrest for further questioning will be a clear indication that the security agencies are truly unbiased participants in this electoral process as this declaration is also a breach of both the 1st and 2nd Abuja Peace Accord. We call on the international community and observers to note the steps being taken by PDP to cause severe breach of peace and call them to order. We also ask our supporters to maintain the peace as we await the official announcement from INEC of the authentic result for the March 28th elections.” Media and Publicity Director of the group, Dr. Chidia Maduekwe said

Nasir El-Rufai is making alot of rigging allegations against the PDP

See more of the stuff he posted on Facebook and Twitter after the cut...

Saturday, March 28, 2015

Checkout List Of Nigerian Politicians Who Betrayed PDP & Joined APC After Postponed Elections

After the elections were re-scheduled because of security issues, the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has lost a lot of party members. Deputy governors and other lawmakers have been defecting from the PDP for different reasons.
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Earlier, Naij.com reported about politicians who dumped the PDP and joined the opposition during the past few years. Now, we made a list of people who left the PDP just before the presidential election.

INEC Result Sheet For Presidential Election In Bauchi Found In Anambra

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Shock engulfed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) staff and other stakeholders, including stalwarts of political parties yesterday at the commission’s Anambra state headquarters, Awka, following the discovery of the INEC Result sheet Form EC8As forPresidential election meant for use in Bauchi state in the general elections.
The commission’s Head of Operation in the state, Elder Ata Ewa who confirmed the mixed up, however, stated that they have alerted the INEC headquarters in Abuja over the discovery.
INEC officials who were sorting out the sensitive electoral materials, distributing them to the various 21 local governments in the state were shocked in the early hours of yesterday when they discovered in one of the sealed packs that some Form EC 8A Results sheets for Presidential election in Buachi state were contained in the packs, also, containing some result sheets for election in the state.
The INEC staff there adopted careful checking of the various packs and discovered further that there were mixed up of different results sheets meant for the polls in different local government areas in the state.
- See more at: http://www.naijaloaded.com.ng/2015/03/28/inec-result-sheet-for-presidential-election-in-bauchi-found-in-anambra/#sthash.CWEplCxd.dpuf

APC Woman Leader In Lagos West Allegedly Caught With Election Materials

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With few hours to go to the commencement of the first round of elections for federal office seekers in Nigeria, a leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) was in the early hours of Saturday, March 28, 2015 caught with thumb-printed ballot papers en-route and unknown destination.
According to photos which have surfaced online, Basirat Ojugbele, the APC Woman Leader in Lagos West was reportedly caught in an unnamed area of the state at about 12:15am in charge of a bus with registration number FKJ 450 XJ by security operatives.
When the bus was searched, a large amount of ballot papers already printed were discovered.
See photos of Ojugbele and the bus below:
**Lagos East APC Women Leader, Basirat Ojugbele caught with thumb printed ballot papers (Photo Credit: Reuben Abati/Facebok)
- See more at: http://www.naijaloaded.com.ng/2015/03/28/apc-woman-leader-in-lagos-west-allegedly-caught-with-election-materials/#sthash.5tM9f1yW.dpuf

Police arrest Okorocha’s aide, 4 others for stockpiling arms


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Imo State Police Command yesterday in Owerri, arrested Okechukwu Okorocha, the Senior Special Adviser on Security Matters to Governor Rochas Okorocha, for allegedly stockpiling arms and ammunition apparently for the purpose of disrupting election in the State. Four members of the Imo Security Network (ISN), a security contraption established by the Rochas Okorocha administration have also been arrested.
The suspects’ names were given as Kelechi Onuoha, Chigozie Uzowuru, Osita Obiako and Aka Linus.

#NigeriaDecides: Resist Temptation To Rig Election For Politicians – Jega, , NYSC DG Warn Corps Members

NYSC-INEC OfficialsMembers of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, who form the bulk of ad hoc staff recruited by the Independent National Electoral Commission for the general elections, have been warned to resist “any temptation” to manipulate the elections.
INEC Chairman, Prof. Attahiru Jega, and Director-General of the NYSC, Bri.-Gen. Johnson Olawunmi, gave the counsel Friday during a joint press conference in Abuja‎.
“Resist any temptation that may hinder Nigeria’s democracy and economic development”, Jega and Olawumi said jointly.

DG assures tight security for NYSC members working for INEC

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The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Brigadier-General Johnson Olawumi has assured corps members working as Adhoc staff for the elections of adequate security as Nigerians troop out to vote today.
More than 168,000 corps members were participating in the exercise across the country. About 75,000 had opted out after it became clear that participation was voluntary.

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

M.I Celebrates 100K Followers on Instagram with a New Car for Himself

MI AbagaFor the past few days music star M.I has been excited about his increasing follower count on Instagram, especially as he got closer to 100,000 followers.
The Chocolate City artist has now bought himself a white G Wagon as he celebrates the 100k followers.

Spiritual Arrest! Watch and Download Episode 4 of Comedy Skit ‘Yawa’ with Guest Appearance by Ernest Obi

bbbyawaWhat better way to start off your day than with a laugh?
Nollywood actor Ernest Obi features in the 4th episode of “Yawa” – a short comedy skit about survival. Kalistus is an unemployed young man who thinks the only option to survive is to be cunning.
This episode is titled ‘Spiritual Arrest’ and it was written, produced and directed by Kassim Braimah.
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Boko Haram Abducts Over 400 Women & Children from Damasak, Borno

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Boko Haram insurgents have abducted over 400 women and children from Damasak town in Borno State.
Damasak is said to have been freed by by troops from Niger and Chad earlier this month.
Reuters reports that residents of the town confirmed the abduction.
The exact number of people abducted is yet to be confirmed, however; numerous sources say is it is over 400.

Obasanjo Decries Rumours Circulating About Presidency’s Plan to Hand Governance Over to Military

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Former president of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo, has condemned rumours circulating that President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration plans to hand over to the military if he is defeated in Saturday’s presidential elections.
Obasanjo commented on the matter while hosting the South West women of the APC led by Aisha Buhari, Vanguard reports.

Monday, March 23, 2015

#TeamFitFam! Waje Talks Her Weight Loss Journey ‘When You Look Good, People Tend to take you More Seriously’

Waje Look 1There is no doubt that singer Waje has had a style revamp in the past few months, especially after her grueling workouts with Uzi of Uzi Burnout.
The singer, in a chat with Punch Newspaper, reveals that one of the major reasons of starting her weight loss journey was the reaction from people after a particular event where she had performed onstage.

Go Flying Eagles! Nigeria Wins African Youth Championship for the 7th Time

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Nigeria stays winning!
The Nigerian U-20 football team Flying Eagles beat Senegal’s Young Lions 1-0 in the final match of the 2015 edition of African Youth Championship which took place in Dakar, Senegal., the Flying Eagles are the first team to win the championship seven times.
Well done boys :)

Gov. Amaechi on Ikuru’s Defection to PDP: “I Wish Him all The Best”

Governor Rotimi Amaechi - December 2013 - BellaNaijaRivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi on Sunday wished his deputy, Tele Ikuru, “all the best,” following his shocking exit from APC.
Reacting to the situation, Amaechi said via a statement by his Commissioner for Information and Communication, Ibim Semenitari:

Music, Style & DJ Neptune! Check Out his New Promo Photos

HORP0203A few days ago DJ Neptune released a new song with music star Davido and ace producer Del B – and now he is out with new promo photos as well.
Photographed by Tope Adenola of ‘Horpload Photography’ and styled byMagpayne, DJ Neptune can be seen in a number of dapper looks from a blue suit to rocking the colour of the year – marsala.
Check on it!

Emeka Ike Lists Producers Who Sleep With Actresses In Exchange For Movie Roles

He listed producers who sleep with actresses as a prerequisite for offering them roles.
Speaking to Journalists at the 2nd edition of the City People’s Political Award held recently in Lagos, Emeka who wants to be AGN president said..
”There are five people who have taken the laws of Nigerian movie industry into their hands. They are Emma Ogugua, Murphy Stephen, Sunny McDon, Okey Bakassi and Ifeanyi Dikeh.
These five people registered Actors Guild of Nigeria as their personal business. No other individual can come in.”My first concern is to clean up Nollywood, clean up AGN. Every Nigerian youth want to act movies now, what future are we leaving for them? Where are they going to write their names?”..

UPDATE: Jonathan Goes To Buhari’s Hometown, See What People Did After He Left

President Goodluck Jonathan yesterday travelled to Daura, Katsina state and told the people that the idea of an interim national government (ING) being talked about by some politicians was strange to him and such a call is “treasonable”.And  Well immediately Jonathan left the city, the people took to the road with water and brooms to wash their road.
The president revealed this as he paid a visit to the Emir of Daura, Umar Faruk Umar, with members of the PDP presidential campaign organisation, top government functionaries and prominent northern leaders.
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Daura is the hometown of Jonathan’s main opponent for the 2015 election, the All Progressives Congress’s Muhammadu Buhari, and Buhari is expected to win the region in a landslide.
The president said that those who were suggesting an interim government were wrong, and their actions could be said to be treasonable as they contravened the constitution of the country.
He said that those who don’t follow the law will be dealt with accordingly.

Friday, March 20, 2015

3 Ways with Sharon Ojong: Step into the Weekend in Distressed Denim!

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Last week we shared how Media Personality Sharon Ojong rocked a tulle skirt in 3 ways; now she takes on the Distressed Denim Trend.
Nothing says a ‘relaxed weekend’ quite like a pair of distressed jeans. And if you aren’t ready to splurge on a fab new pair, you can always Do-It-Yourself (D-I-Y) your old jeans  to give it that vintage spin.
Get your style in gear as you check out 3 ways you can say goodbye to the work week in fab distressed jeans!

These CLOT x Adidas Originals Sneakers Look Familiar! Would You Rock?

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Do these look familiar to you?
In a recent collaboration between Clot Company Limited and Adidas Originals, they created these CLOT X Adidas Consortium ZX Flux “Red, White & Blue”shoes.
The pattern of the shoes have a striking resemblance to the “Ghana Must Go” bag, and a lot of Nigerians have been sharing mixed reactions on if they would rock the shoes even though they’re Adidas Originals?

BN Bridal: Atelier Pronovias 2015 Collection


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Atelier Pronovias‘ 2015 Collection is dreamy and elegant.
The bridal label uses lace in strategic places to create stunning patterns, innovative back designs and flowing trains.
Be inspired! 
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Fresh, Green & Ready for You! Attend the Opening of the Mudase Urban Food Market in Port Harcourt this Saturday

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Shopping can be fun, but shopping for food stuff can be quite a hassle. But with new Urban Food Market – Mudase, you can worry less and enjoy your shopping experience. With fresh food ready for your buying pleasure, you can get your food stuff hassle-free!

Are You a Lifestyle, Fashion, Food or Art Vendor? Register & Showcase Your Products at the Mente De Moda Easter Edition

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The Bang&Kosher Lifestyle company is proud to present yet another exciting edition of the Mente De Moda: Lifestyle Exhibition.

Aisha Buhari Says “PDP is Using Religion as a Cover to Loot Nigeria”


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Apc Women rally: From left: Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State and wife of APC presidential candidate, Hajia Aisha Buhari, during Apc Women rally, at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Edo State.
Aisha Buhari, wife of APC presidential aspirant, Muhammadu Buhari, has accused PDP of using religion as a front to loot Nigeria.
She made this statement during an APC rally in Benin city, Edo State held at the Ogbemudia Stadium yesterday, Vanguard reports.
Here are excerpts from her speech:

“They are Busy Abusing Me and My Husband, I Will Not Answer Them” – Patience Jonathan

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First Lady of Nigeria, Patience Jonathan yesterday while campaigning at the PDP Women Rally in Rivers State said she’ll not join issues with the opposition party in Rivers State who she described as rascals.
Dame Jonathan said they’ve been abusing her and her husband over the attach at the APC rally in Okrika on February 17th 2015 and she doesn’t plan to answer them.

Rita Dominic Speaks On Movie Deal, Fashion, Celebrities And More (Read)

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In a recent interview while signing a movie deal precisely last week, Award winning Nollywood actress, Rita Dominic speaks on the deal, her fashion sense which is admired by all, Celebrities who have the preference for either dating or marrying other celebrities only.
See her conversation with Morakinyo below:
Can you tell us a bit about “Mary”, the new movie you just signed a contract for to play the lead?
Yes, “Mary” is a script I like. It’s something different and fresh. It appears it’s going to be challenging because I’ll be playing two different Characters; two different personalities. So I like the story, I like the suspense and all. I don’t really want to go into details so that people can watch out for it when it’s out.

Buhari’s Wife Replies Patience Jonathan, Says – “Don’t Be Afraid Of jail”

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Aisha Buhari, Wife to the APC Presidential Candidate, has subtly clapped back to the First Lady of Nigeria, Dame Patience Jonathan after she told the the crowd while campaigning that Voting for APC means voting to go to prison as the APC presidential candidate was planning to jail political opponent if he wins the election and she can’t be visiting her husband in prison.
According to Vanguard Newspaper, Aisha Buhari addressed this matter, saying people shouldn’t be afraid, that they were only interested in change.

Nigerian Man Arrested At Lagos Airport With Drugs stuffed in Packs of Gala

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A 33 year old man was apprehended by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA who attempted to smugle a 35.115 kg of Cannabis Sativa hidden inside Nigerian made sausage rolls popularly known as “Gala” to China.

Wednesday, March 18, 2015

“I’ve Made Some Mistakes” Watch Tiwa Savage’s Open & Honest Speech to Teenagers in Uganda

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#LetGirlsLead!  On 8th March 2015, Tiwa Savage spoke to hundreds of young people about Teenage Pregnancy, pursuing your dreams and hope after pregnancy.
According to Reach a Hand Uganda, the organization behind the event, use of role models like Tiwa to take the message to these young people has proved effective because when the students hear the people they look up to reaffirm the best Safe Reproductive Health practices, they are transformed.

Patience Jonathan: “God Has Brought Down the Messiah… Goodluck is the Messiah”

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First Lady Patience Goodluck Jonathan, was at the PDP women’s presidential rally in Ilorin, Kwara State yesterday.
While addressing the crowd, she stated that President Goodluck Jonathan is the Messiah, and that Nigerian women should vote for him Punch reports.
“Nigerian women, if they (APC) come, tell them that your mother said you should not listen to them. They have nothing to offer. They have nothing to give you, Nigerian women; because the battle has already been conquered, God has opened the way for us. God has brought down the messiah for us. And PDP is the messiah. Goodluck is the messiah,” she said.
She further stated:

Lagos-based Woman Beaten to Death by her Husband | Family Petitions for Justice

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The family of a woman allegedly beaten to death by her husband, has called on the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Kayode Aderanti to intervene in the case so that justice can be served.
The deceased Obiageli Anajekwu, 37, died two days after she was severely beaten by her husband, AnajekwuSun reports.
This is Obiageli’s story:

Joy, Tragedy…Hope. Mother of Quadruplets dies during Childbirth, Family receives over $300k in Donations to Help Raise Them

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Erica Morales and her husband Carlos had struggled for years to get pregnant and their dream came true when they finally conceived after fertility treatment.
Erica was pregnant was quadruplets (4 babies) and looking forward to being a mother at last.
Carlos and Erica met at a nightclub in Scottsdale, Arizona, in 2006. He shared their love story with People Mag

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Beyonce Knowles Wows In Ankara Outfit


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Hardly have you seen an African or a non-African who doesn’t admire the Ankara outfit! It’s such an exceptional part of the African culture that is loved in and out of the continent.
Not once, not twice… Beyonce has rocked the Ankara fabric so many times and each time she puts it on… She makes you go WOW! You’d almost think that she was brought up in Africa. Lol.
In some new artistic photos posted, the Incredible songstress posed for the
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in a stunning Ankara fabric. Checkout more pretty photos below:

Enugu-Based Catholic Priest Mbaka Alleges Pres. Jonathan & Patience are Planning to Assassinate Him:

Mbaka 2Enugu-based Catholic Priest, Ejike Mbaka, is alleging that President Goodluck Jonathan and the First Lady are planning to assassinate him because of his constant condemnation of Jonathan’s re-election bid.
Mbaka made the allegations during a recent sermon he delivered at his church,Punch reports.
According to him, the Jonathans’ purported plan to assassinate him shows “the president no longer has the fear of God.”

Buhari & Osinbajo’s Wives’ Convoy Attacked in Ilorin | 10 Vehicles Vandalised

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The convoy of Aisha Buhari and Dolapo Osinbajo, both wives of the APC presidential and vice-presidential candidates respectively, was attacked yesterday by suspected hoodlums.
A total of 10 vehicles were vandalized during the attack, Vanguard reports.
Buhari, Osinbajo, Kwara State’s first lady, Omolewa Ahmed and wife of immediate past governor of Kwara State, Oluwatoyin Saraki among others were on their way to a women’s sensitization programme in Ilorin when the incident occurred.
State Chairman of APC, Ishola Balogun Fulani confirmed the incident, accusing a chieftain of the PDP of being responsible for the attack.

“If You Vote APC, You Will All Go To Jail” – Patience Jonathan



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Mama Peace said she cannot be feeding her husband in jail oh! Lol. But i thought she said “All”, is that not herself inclusive? Hehe..
The current First Lady of the country, Dame Patience Jonathan has urged people not to vote for the All Progressive Congress in the forthcoming elections if they do not want to all go to jail. And she said she is not “ready to carry food to her husband inside prison oh!”
While addressing the people in Ado Ekiti on Monday, 16th March, during the rally of the women’s wing of the People Democratic Party, PDP,
She said:

Comedienne Princess Ends 7 Month Marriage

n interview with NET correspondent, Comedienne Princess confirms the separation, saying ‘Yes my marriage has ended due to irreconcilable differences’. She admitted to NET reporter that the union has not been as blissful as many thought. ‘We have been having issues since the wedding but we still remained together hoping that we would be able to work it out. But apparently, we couldn’t work it out, hence the reason for our separation.
‘We actually ended it several months ago, but we didn’t want to make it public. I’m sure God knows best’ she added.