Ex Nigerian Ambassador to The Netherlands, Mrs. Tokunbo Awolowo-Dosunmu has urged Nigerians to elect people into political offices base on merit and competence. She recently revealed that this will guarantee our dear country the required development and growth. According to Awolowo-Dosunmu, who made the call at a virtual national dialogue, organized by the Political Leadership and Training Institute (POLA) of former Governor of Ogun State, Nigeria would keep attracting selfish leaders who are only concerned about their personal interest if we don’t wake up in time. She added that Nigerians should ensure only the right persons are voted into positions…
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Popular Rhythm FM On-Air-Personality, Tunbosun Shadare is dead. The OAP gave up last Thursday, September 10 after a brief illness. His friends have since come out to say that the deceased actually had kidney failure. Toke Makinwa added that she is very sad that he is no more and his soul should continue to rest in peace. See what she wrote, R.I.P.
Manchester United legend, Dimitar Berbatov has come out to say that the club should buy a center-back instead of Jadon Sancho. Berbatov recently revealed that he is not convinced by the consistency of Maguire and Lindelof despite them keeping 13 clean sheets in the league last season. According to him, Lindelof is good enough but sometimes he makes unnecessary mistakes where he is out of position, and this is bad for the team. He added that Maguire can also do better after the large amount of money spent on the English CB. His words, “I think Lindelof is good enough…
The candidate of the All Progressive Congress, APC, and governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu has urged PDP to not drag his party into the controversy surrounding the inferno that gutted the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the state. He revealed this via a recent statement issued on his behalf by the spokesperson Akeredolu/Aiyedatiwa Campaign Organisation, Mr. Olabode Richard Olatunde. According to him, PDP leaders are spreading falsehood and twisting the truth with their wrongful accusations against APC. He added that calling an investigation into the fire incident was the right thing to do but dragging the ruling party into…
Popular Nollywood actress, Patience Ozokwor is celebrating her 62nd birthday today. To celebrate her special day, the movie star recently flaunted stunning photos of herself on her Instagram page. See photos, Her words, “But the godly will flourish like palm trees and grow strong like the cedars of Lebanon. For they are transplanted to the LORD’s own house. They flourish in the courts of our God. Even in old age they will still produce fruit; they will remain vital and green. They will declare, “The LORD is just! He is my rock! There is no evil in him!” Psalm 92:12-14 #BirthdayThanksgiving#MamaGLovers#PatienceOzokwo.” LLNP.
Tottenham manager, Jose Mourinho has come out to say that his players were lazy during their 1-0 loss vs Everton. Mourinho recently revealed that some of his boys were not in the proper mental state for the match. According to him, it was very easy for Everton to play from back to front since Spurs were super weak with the pressing. He added that teams like Everton should not be allowed spaces during matches because the club is filled with very technical players. His words, “What happened after the goal with them having more chances is a consequence of conceding…
The Presidency has come out to respond to ex-President, Olusegun Obasanjo over his recent comment against Muhammadu Buhari’s government. Recall that Obasanjo recently said that the country is fast drifting to a failed and badly divided state and Nigeria is economically becoming the poverty capital of the world. Reacting, according to the Presidency through the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, President Olusegun Obasanjo is trying to divide the nation while President Muhammadu Buhari continues to promote nation-building and the unity of Nigeria. He added General Obasanjo has descended to the lowly level of…
BBNaija housemate, Kiddwaya has become the 2nd housemate to be evicted on the night. The reality star was recently evicted in week 8 of the Big Brother Naija reality show. Kidd’s eviction happened after Prince was shown the exit door on the same night. BBNaija’s Dorathy and Ozo were saved from nomination this week and immediately secured another week in the house. BBNaija’s Dorathy and Ozo were saved from nomination this week and immediately secured another week in the house. On stage, Kid even added that he does not know if he’ll pursue a relationship with disqualified Erica outside the…
Manchester United must focus on winning trophies this season, rather than settling for a top-four position, Luke Shaw has said. Shaw recently revealed that Mufc is ready to challenge despite their unusually short pre-season campaign. According to him, the players are ready for the EPL season and the boys must be strong and focused as the matches come. He added that despite the fact that the game vs Aston Villa wasa friendly, he is disappointed that Mufc did not win. His words, “It’s a very weird feeling, especially for me. I don’t feel I’ve had much time off. I haven’t,…
The Federal Government has come out to say that President Muhammadu Buhari’s assumption of office stopped Nigeria from becoming a failed state after a lengthy stretch of rapacious and rudderless leadership. The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed recently revealed this in a statement in Abuja. According to him, Buhari became President when Nigeria was under occupation by terrorists and the treasury was wantonly being looted, so he should be praised for stabilizing things. He added that the period when several Nigerian towns and cities, including the capital city of Abuja, were a playground for insurgents are now a…
Popular media personality, Daddy Freeze has come out to apologize for insulting Bishop Oyedepo. Recall that Freeze, in a recent clip, referred to Bishop Oyedepo a bald-headed fowl. According to Freeze, he is sorry for the way he delivered his message and he never intended to dishonor, disrespect, or disregard the person of the Bishop. He, however, added that he is still passionate in his quest to tackle what he believes are unresolved doctrinal issues despite the bashing he has achieved. His words, “My attention has been brought to a video I released some two years, seven months ago while addressing some…
Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard has come out to say that the club had ten or more players forced into quarantine during pre-season. Lampard recently blasted UEFA’s decision to put Nations League fixtures ahead of the new season and detailed his club’s unsettled pre-season preparations. According to him, the affected players were up to double figures at some point and it had a negative impact on the training that could be done. He added that he had to even rely on international teams and games to get his boys fit and he is pleased with the end result thus far. His…
Kebbi State Governor has come out to ask for national drainage architecture to be able to contain perennial flooding across Nigeria. Abubakar Atiku Bagudu recently revealed that the adoption of a national drainage plan would really checkmate the annual havoc caused by floods. According to him, the state’s flourishing rice and wheat farms have been submerged by rampaging floods, and thousands of families and communities are still trapped by the floods. He added that the flooding in Kebbi State is an international disaster and it requires national and corporate response. His words, “We urgently need fresh water and meals for…
Nollywood actress, Etinosa has come out to write about how she feels about cesarean section and other kinds of method for having kids. The movie star simply revealed that ladies should think about other forms of birthing their kids, rather than insisting on natural birth. According to him, CS, IVF, adoption, and surrogacy are all sanctified by God and should not be frowned against. He added that Nigerian pastors should normalize CS in their churches and start to encourage the ladies to opt for operation if it will decrease the death rates in the country. His words, “Nigerian pastors, please…
The National leadership of Labour Party (LP) has come out to say that President Muhammadu Buhari must use the Sept. 19, governorship polls in Edo State as a template for his government’s electoral reform agenda. The National Secretary of the party, Mr. Julius Abure revealed this at a news briefing in Benin. According to him, the election in the state must be free, fair, and credible because there will be no democracy if we do otherwise. He added that Buhari will not lose anything if the governorship election is credible. His words, “We are calling on the President to ensure that the…
Popular crossdresser, Jay Boogie has come out to talk about being gay and the challenges homosexuals encounter. Jay recently revealed that homosexuals make it appear simple while hiding their sexual preference, even when they are actually fighting lots of demons. See what she wrote, Do you agree?
Ex-Super Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh has come out to hail Arsenal’s well-rounded performance vs Fulham. Oliseh recently revealed that the Arsenal fans can expect a trophy this season if the players maintain Saturday’s performance. According to him, Arsenal put up a highly organized, modern, mature and credibly well-rounded performance today vs Fulham and more displays like that will help the club this season. He added that it was an impressive game for the Gunners and the fans have every right to be delighted. His words, “Arsenal put up a highly organized, modern, mature and credibly well-rounded performance today vs Fulham,”…
President Muhammadu Buhari has come out to mourn the family of former Managing Director of Nigeria Airways, Captain Paul Mamman Thahal. The deceased was Captain of Gen. Yakubu Gowon’s Presidential Flight for nine years. According to a recent statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, Captain Paul Mamman Thahal was a good friend, confidant, and prayer partner. He then urged Thahal’s wife, Mrs. Atsa Thahal, and daughter, Dr. Adzira Thahal to remain strong during this troubling time.
Nollywood actress and ex BBNaija housemate, Lilian Afegbai has come out to ask Nigerians for prayers. This is coming after her dad got involved in a fire incident. According to her, her father suffered severe burns injuries but she is grateful to God for sparing his life. He added it has been a very traumatizing experience but the family is staying strong.
Leeds City coach, Marcelo Bielsa has come out to say that he is very proud of his team’s performance vs Liverpool in the EPL. He recently revealed that he is happy with the way his boys went toe-to-toe with the Premier League champions. According to him, he saw positives that showed his boys were not scared and that gave him hope of the season. He added that Liverpool made it hard for his players to neutralise them but his team still made me proud. His words, “Liverpool made it hard for us to neutralise them,” “In the second half especially…