#BBB NEWS| New Music: Mr Smith - Words of Wisdom

Some might recall the name 'Mr smith' to be one who we thought was just an executive to a well know record label in Nigeria,'Play Music Nation'.  The label is known for producing hits for different artists including 'legacy' by Rilwan featuring Dammy Krane.

With the pure lyricism displayed on WOW (words of wisdom) we can gladly say wow!

Listen, enjoy and download Mr Smith's new track 'WOW' below...

#BBB NEWS| U.S. State Department Warns Citizens To Leave The Gambia

The United States has warned its citizens against visiting the tourist destination of Gambia while urging those already in Gambia to leave. (pictured above) U.S. President Barack Obama meets Gambian President Yahya Jammeh in Washington, DC Photo Credit: White House

It told those there to consider leaving the country, citing the risk of unrest as President Yahya Jammeh digs in despite losing the election of 1 December.

“The US Department of State warns US citizens against travel to The Gambia because of the potential for civil unrest and violence in the near future,” the statement said.

It said the supreme court hearing on Jan. 10 of Jammeh’s challenge to the result that elected his rival Adama Barrow was a potential flashpoint for violence.

#BBB NEWS| Nigerians Are Suffering, Reshuffle Your Cabinet Now, Pastor Bakare Tells Buhari [VIDEO]

Pastor Tunde Bakare Nineteen months into his administration, President Muhammadu Buhari’s ‘change’ slogan has become a sad reality for Nigerians, a preacher has said.

Tunde Bakare, founder of Latter Rain Assembly and former ally of the president, said on Sunday during his annual state of the nation speech in Lagos that “it is unfortunate” that the ‘change’ mantra “that was once the rallying cry for progressive development has now become associated with retrogression and suffering.”

Mr. Bakare, a politician and former vice presidential candidate to Mr. Buhari in his failed 2011 bid, said the hard times Nigerians are grappling with are the consequences of the policies of the Buhari administration.

Mr. Bakare said the policies, especially on exchange and interest rates, should be discarded forthwith and more pragmatic ones be implemented instead.

#BBB NEWS| President Buhari To Host ECOWAS Leaders In Abuja On Monday

As part of the ongoing efforts to ensure a peaceful transition of power in The Gambia, Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari will host a meeting with four other West African leaders in Abuja on Monday with the intention of resolving the political crisis that has erupted in the country. (pictured above) President Muhammadu Buhari and Yahya Jammeh at the AU Security Council Photo Credit: Bayo Omoboriowo/ State House

Mr. Buhari’s chief spokesperson, Garba Shehu, announced this in a press release issued on Sunday. He said the meeting would be “aimed at avoiding violence and preserving democracy” in The Gambia.

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) chose Mr. Buhari to mediate the negotiations, while immediate past president of Ghana, John Mahama, will serve as co-mediator.

Mr. Shehu stated that the two statesmen will also be tasked with ensuring that President-elect Adama Barrow is safe.

#BBB NEWS| T.I. Pens Open Letter To President Obama: ‘Your Legacy Will Live On’

There are only 12 days left in Barack Obama’s presidency, and it is giving so many Americans an overwhelming amount of ‘feels.’ But instead of tweeting about it or sobbing in a corner as some of us have done, T.I. channeled his grief into an open letter, thanking President Obama for his service throughout his two terms in the White House. Say what you want about T.I.’s use of SAT vocabulary words, but you have to admit, the man is pretty eloquent.

“As I reflect, I am filled with gratitude, outrage, grief, anger, humility and appreciation, both for the things you helped bring to light and the many things we still have yet to realize,” T.I. began in the letter that was originally published by The New York Times.

The Us or Else rapper also expressed his appreciation for what the Obama administration has done for the country. “For years, many of US failed you because, as I’ve said before, we were not all ready for the change you wanted to bring about,” he continued. “But rest assured that we heard you. Rest assured that we felt you and rest assured that your legacy will live on long after your presidency. Not only did you impact a nation, but you defined a culture and you shook up and woke up a generation.” T.I. then thanked the president for addressing issues of hatred, bigotry, and inequality throughout his terms as well, noting specific movements such The Black Live Matter.

#BBB NEWS| President Obama Outlines His Legacy And Regrets In Final Letter As President [TWEET]

President Barack Obama shared his parting words for the nation he led for eight years in a lengthy farewell letter. In the note, the outgoing POTUS detailed the high points of his presidency, while also sharing some of his regrets as commander-in-chief.

“To my fellow Americans, Eight years ago, America faced a moment of peril unlike any we’d seen in decades,” the letter began with. Some of the peril Obama references includes the economic recession, the failing automotive industry and a severe lack of jobs.

“But in the depths of that winter, on January 20, 2009, I stood before you and swore a sacred oath,” he continued. “I told you that day that the challenges we faced would not be met easily or in a short span of time?—?but they would be met. And after eight busy years, we’ve met them?—?because of you.” He later writes about the positive aspects of the Affordable Health Care Act, or Obamacare.