George Weah Wins Liberia’s Presidential Election

Former world’s best footballer and presidential candidate of Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), George Weah, has won the Liberian presidential election after securing over 61.5 per cent of the vote, against his major opponent, Vice President Joseph Boakai.

The country’s electoral commission announcing the result on Thursday 28^th December, 2017, said Weah had taken 61.5 per cent of the vote from 98.1 percent of ballots cast, to defeat Vice President Joseph Boakai, who took 38.5 per cent of the vote.

With his election victory, Weah will succeed Ellen Johnson Sirleaf to become president next month, the country’s first democratic transition since 1944.

Olubadan’s Wife, Olori Kudirat, Passes On at the Age of 71

The senior wife of the Olubadan of Ibadan land, Olori Kudirat Adetunji, died early in the morning of 21^st December, 2017. She got married to Oba Saliu Adetunji 53 years ago and passes away on Thursday morning at the age of 71.

The Oyo State Governor Isiaka Ajimobi commiserated the majesty King Saliu Adetunji through a statement by his Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy, Mr Yomi Layinka, describing the demise of Olori Kudirat as unfortunate and disheartening.

The Governor expressed shock and disbelief at the passing away of Olori Adetunji and described Olori’s death as a big loss to the Olubadan and the entire indigenes of Ibadan.

I am Hale and Hearty – MFR Eda Oniola

Lere Paimo, (a.k.a Eda Onileola), MFR is a Nigerian film actor, film-maker, producer and director. He is one of the veteran actors whose works have stood the test of time. Despite the challenges that have come his way, Eda says he has every reason to thank God for a successful career, in this exclusive interview with media.

You have not been active in movies in recent times?

I am still acting. We just finished a series that will be aired for a year by Galaxy Television. The drama series is currently running on the station, precisely on Thursday 30 November, 2017 by 8:30pm. We are not resting, because we have already completed the series. Currently, we are warming up to embark on another drama series.

Russia 2018 World Cup Draw

The 2018 World Cup draw took place on Friday, 1 December, 2017, at the Kremlin, which seemed as good as any place to unveil valuable information of vital global interest.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria, as well as 31 other countries, were part of the draw that revealed the group opponents of the participating teams.

Gary Lineker, who played in the 1986 and 1990 finals for England and scored in both competitions, conducted the draw alongside Russian star, Maria Komandnaya.

Nigeria is in Pot 4, alongside Serbia, Australia, Japan, Morocco, Panama, Korea Republic, and Saudi Arabia.

PLATIMA’AM ANNIVERSARY: The Queen and Prince Philip Celebrate 70th Wedding Anniversary with New Photograph

The Queen and Prince Philip officially celebrated their 70^th wedding anniversary on Monday, 20^th November, 2017, with a new photograph. The couple married in 1947.

The Queen wore a cream day dress with a ‘Scarab’ yellow gold brooch which was a personal gift from the Duke of Edinburgh in 1966. The Duke of Edinburgh looked handsome in a smart three-piece suit.