Nollywood celebrities have come out to react to the recently released National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) 6th Broadcast Code which takes away their exclusive right to contents they created. Reacting, Mary Remmy Njoku, the Director-General of ROK Studios recently revealed that even if NBC claimed it is trying to protect local broadcasters, the fresh policy will take away their negotiating power as the agency seeks to be one to negotiate how much they will sell their content even if they are losing money. According to Uche Jombo, NBC is attempting to make things more difficult for them despite not creating enabling…
Author: David Folami
The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN has begged the House of Representatives to abandon any plans on the Control of Infectious Diseases Bill (2020). CAN recently revealed that sanctioning such a bill will surely trigger anarchy, disorder, and insecurity. According to CAN’s General Secretary, Barr. Joseph Daramola, the bill is unfriendly and anti-people plus it surely restricts fundamental rights and freedom via forced vaccination and quarantining of persons at NCDC. He added that it would be disastrous if the bill is allowed to stand. His words, “We have independently studied the Bill and observed that if passed for implementation; it shall trigger…
Ex AS Roma midfielder, Ahmed Apimah Barusso has come out to say that Michael Essien inspired him to reach the elite stage. Barusso recently revealed that his ex coaches always told him to take notes on Essien’s performance to become a better player and it helped him greatly. According to him, he learnt a lot from the Ghanaian midfielder since Michael Essien was a very great player at the time and they played similar position. He added that he had no choice but to see Essien as a role model and it benefited his career in the end. His words,…
Denola Adepetun a.k.a Denola Grey has come out to talk about his past battles of anxiety and how he overcame it. He recently revealed that he started suffering anxiety from a young age and this anxiety developed into depression. According to him, bullying triggered his depression and the bullies even went as far as calling him Barbie for two years. He added that he started to think he wasn’t worth much amid all the bullying until he began to stand up for himself. His words, “It got really bad in 2010. I was in Texas.” “Because for me, Nigeria represented…
President Muhammadu Buhari is set to address Nigerians on June 12, a day now known as Democracy Day in the country. This was recently revealed in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Chief Femi Adesina in Abuja on Thursday. According to him, the broadcast will happen around 7am so TV stations across the country should do everything possible to hook up to the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority and Radio Nigeria respectively. He added that June 12 is a memorable day in our history so we deserve to hear from our president.…
Ex-City and England manager, Sven-Goran Eriksson has come out to beg Raheem Sterling and Kevin De Bruyne to stay at Manchester City and resist the temptation of Real Madrid. Sven recently revealed that even if both players can choose their own destiny, they must know that they are already playing at the highest level in domestic club football. According to him, they should also consider the fact that not too many people watch Spanish football while the Premier League is undoubtedly the best league in the world. He added that it would be disastrous if Pep quits Man City before…
Popular singer, Charly Boy recently clocked 70 and he surely has a lot to be grateful for. The popular activist recently revealed some of his achievements he is very proud of on social media. According to him, the fact that he is a father to 9 kids and 16 grandchildren makes him feel absolutely fulfilled. He added that he is currently thankful for his blessings, including his health, spiritual alertness, and heritage. His words, “Counting my blessings. My Family, my children, my health, my spiritual alertness, my pedigree & heritage, my late parents, my spiritual guardian, the beauty of my…
The Edo State Government has come out to say that it will not stop punishing those who violate the laid down regulations to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Communication Strategy, Mr. Crusoe Osagie revealed this in a recent statement. According to him, the government does not plan to stop prioritizing thehealth and safety of Edo people amid the pandemic. He added that the state governor, Godwin Obaseki is charged with the duty of protecting the lives and property of Edo and he’ll keep performing above expectations. His words, “Governor Godwin Obaseki is…
Chelsea will be Premier League title challengers for 2020-21 if they sign Timo Werner after signing Hakim Ziyech, Shaun Wright-Phillips has said. Wright-Phillips recently revealed that Werner’s goals and Ziyech’s flair will be enough for the London club to fight to win the EPL. According to him, Lampard has done amazingly well since he took over and he just needs a mix of maturity and young talent to completely thrive as a manager. She added that signing the right players will take him one step closer to pushing Man City and Liverpool. His words, “I think Lamps has done tremendously…
British rapper, Stormzy has come out to pledge £10 million over the next 10 years to organizations fighting for racial equality and social justice in the UK. The popular lyricist recently revealed this in a statement via his #Merky company. According to him, it is sad that black people in the UK have been at a constant disadvantage in every aspect of life just because of their skin color. He added that Black people have been playing on an uneven field for far too long so he’ll keep trying to even things out. His words, “The uncomfortable truth that our…
President Muhammadu Buhari has come out to warn West African leaders under the umbrella of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS to avoid laxity in the battle against the coronavirus pandemic. Buhari recently revealed that the virus is yet to reach its peak in the sub-region so leaders must do everything possible to curb its spread. According to him, the fast intervention made to the West African Health Organisation (WAHO) and the Africa Centre for Disease Control by the Jack Ma Foundation is very commendable and praiseworthy. He added that support so far received from development partners such…
Tottenham defender, Toby Alderweireld has come out to urge opponents that his club is fit and raring to go after the coronavirus pandemic. Toby recently came out to say that the pandemic did not reduce the intensity of the players in training at all. According to him, the squad have prepared in the best way possible because no player saw the lockdown as an holiday. He added that Tottenham is mentally and physically ready for EPL restart. His words, “I think we have prepared ourselves in the best way possible,” “People think because we were in lockdown, we were on…
Popular singer, Terry G has voiced out his support for Hushpuppi after reports of his arrest. Terry G recently revealed that no one is clean so we should all pray for the young man even if he is guilty. His words, “None of us is clean nor perfect, all we pray is for God to bo our asiri… pray for him.” What do you think?
The Senior Pastor of Mountain of Holy Ghost Intervention Deliverance Ministry, Prophet Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere has urged FG to delist IPOB as a terrorist group. Prophet Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere believes that it is better for the Federal government to dialogue with their leaders and resolve the matter on ground peacefully. According to him, it is better for the government to alter its approach in addressing the agitation of IPOB because the Biafra agitation is a genuine outcome of the neglect and marginalization of the southeast geo-political zone. He added that the persistent arrest and imprisonment of the members of the group will only escalate…
Liverpool goalie, Loris Karius has come out to say that half the Premier League were chasing him before his move to Manchester City several years ago. Karius recently revealed that despite having a lot of offers from various clubs, City were the ones who went out of their way to help him, so he decided to sign for them. According to him, the Blues showed him a concrete plan and it was fascinating for a player of his age, therefore he did not think twice. He added that even if he now plays for Liverpool, City remains a club that…
BBNaija‘s Ike has come out to say that no lady deserves to be slut-shamed This was his recent reaction to Omashola referring to his woman, Mercy, as a prostitute on live TV. According to him, women are the flowers of our nation so they deserve to be treated with respect. He added that no lady under any circumstances should be made to go through the sad feelings of being labeled a slut.
PDP National Chairman, Uche Secondus has come out to speak against the constant borrowing from external sources in Nigeria. Secondus recently revealed that PDP senators must keep protesting against such a move by FG because it will attract nasty repercussions. According to him, PDP is worried about the continuous borrowing by the executive arm of Government since Nigerians will be the ones to pay for it in the nearest future. He added that it will be difficult to breathe both politically and economically if the borrowing continues. His words, “We are also worried about the continuous borrowing by the executive…
Ex Inter Milan striker, Samuel Eto’o has come out to tell Xavi to return to Barcelona while Lionel Messi is still playing. Eto’o believes the Spaniard should not miss out on the opportunity to play with the God of Football while he is still active in the sport. According to him, he has already informed Xavi that returning to Barca is a must and his relatioship with Lionel will make it easier for them to work together. He added that he also loves Suarez as a striker and he is currently making an incredible story with Barcelona. His words, “I’ve…
Popular businesswoman, Kylie Jenner has come out to blast all kinds of discrimination in companies. The model revealed that her own makeup company only employs women and is made up of 47% people of colour, with 13% of her employees being black women. According to her, she is committed to guaranteeing ethnic diversity in workplaces and she has proven that with her recruitment of black employees. She then begged other employers to do likewise and end racist structures of employment in their various organizations. Her words, “As our team grows, we commit to a continued focus on ethnic diversity in…
Director-General (DG), National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), Mrs. Julie Okah-Donli has come out to say that any Nigerian who justifies rape from now on will be arrested. Speaking while answering questions from newsmen in Abuja, she revealed that such people are suspects too. According to her, parents must hold themselves accountable too for failing to take care of their children since 90 per cent of rape cases were committed by uncles, fathers and relations. She added that her agency will do everything possible to convince the Ministry of Justice to push for the establishment of…