Kamara believes Mane has to keep up his amazing form because he is not so far from being the best player in the world. According to him, changing clubs might make sense for the Senegalese because Liverpool does not play to his strengths and Lfc fans will always choose Virgil van Dijk befofe him when it comes to votes. He added that the love the African gets in Liverpool is actually less than what he deserves. His words, “He needs to continue on the road he’s going down, as he wasn’t too far from finishing on the podium, and even…
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Popular talent manager and special adviser on tourism in Cross River state, Ubi Franklin, has done his bit to help amid the coronavirus outbreak. The entrepreneur simply decided to donate his salary for four months to fight the pandemic. He revealed this on social media alongside official documents as proof. His words, “Donation of my four months’ salary towards the fight against covid-19.” Good move.
The coronavirus outbreak will drag Nigeria and most of sub-Saharan Africa into a recession, The World Health Organization, WHO, has said. WHO revealed that the most recent forecast for the region, sub-Saharan Africa’s economy will contract 2.1% to 5.1% from growth of 2.4% in 2019. According to the organization, the coronavirus will cost sub-Saharan Africa $37 billion to $79 billion in output losses in 2020 because of trade and value chain disruption, among other factors. WHO added that the deadly virus is currently testing the limits of societies and economies across the world, and African countries are likely to be…
Nigerian football legend, Dosu Joseph has backed Manchester United striker, Odion Ighalo to secure a permanent contract at his new club. Dosu believes that the former Super Eagles forward deserves a permanent deal at Mufc because he ignored the money in China to play for the club he supported as a child. According to him, Nigerians are behind Ighalo and everyone will keep wishing him the best as he continues to impress with the Red Devils. He added that Odion has a good attitude that will take him very far in English football. His words, “Well I have known Ighalo…
The coronavirus outbreak will drag Nigeria and most of sub-Saharan Africa into a recession, The World Health Organization, WHO, has said. WHO revealed that the most recent forecast for the region, sub-Saharan Africa’s economy will contract 2.1% to 5.1% from growth of 2.4% in 2019. According to the organization, the coronavirus will cost sub-Saharan Africa $37 billion to $79 billion in output losses in 2020 because of trade and value chain disruption, among other factors. WHO added that the deadly virus is currently testing the limits of societies and economies across the world, and African countries are likely to be…
The Federal Government has guaranteed proper distribution of the medical supplies brought by the team from China amid the battle against the spread of coronavirus. The Minister of Health, Dr. Osagie Ehanire, Minister of Health recently received equipment and consumables worth 1.3 million dollars as well as 15 medical experts donated by the Engineering Construction Corporation to offer healthcare assistance and share methods on the containment of COVID-19 in Nigeria. According to him, every available resource will be deployed to support the adequate engagement of Nigerian medical experts in the country. He added that the Chinese medical team is here…
NFF vice-president, Shehu Dikko has come out to say that they have no problems with Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr over a new contract. Shehu revealed that he is failing to understand why the recent pronouncement by NFF President, Amaju Pinnick is creating a lot of controversies because everything had been agreed with the coach before now. According to him, the guidelines were already there for Rohr to follow before he signed and he was always going to be paid in naira since it is Nigeria’s financial policy. He added NFF realizes that Rohr has done a amazing job with…
Veteran Nollywood actor, Ukwak Asuquo aka Boniface is no more. The announcement of his demise was revealed in a recent press release shared by Monalisa Chinda Coker today. It read, “Until his death, he was a card-carrying and financially update member of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Abuja Chapter. “The national president of AGN, Emeka Rollas has set up a burial committee to collaborate with the family to give him a befitting burial.” The movie star’s cause of death or date of demise is yet to be confirmed. R.I.P.
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has come out to say that Africa and Nigeria cannot rely on China or other international superpowers amid the coronavirus outbreak. Atiku believes that if a country like America is struggling to supply its own healthcare workers with personal protective equipment, Africa cannot think they will be a priority as far as the US is concerned. According to him, China that is even wondering how to explain itself to the world once the pandemic is over cannot be relied on as well, so we must start learning to fall back on ourselves during the pandemic. He added…
Liverpool forward, Sadio Mane has come out to say that it will be understandable if his club is denied the EPL title this season because of the coronavirus pandemic. Mane revealed that he definitely wants to win the remaining games and lift the coveted trophy but the current situation is out of everyone’s control. According to him, coronavirus has made things difficult for Liverpool and millions of people across the globe and this will surely make football less important for a while. He added that he will accept any decision to cancel the league and hopefully, Liverpool will be able…
Popular singer, Reekado Banks has come out to beg the Federal Government of Nigeria amid the coronavirus outbreak. The singer revealed that he is fed up of staying in Gabon and he wants to come back home. According to him, FG should make an exception for him and open the border because an important citizen wants to return. He added that he currently smiles like everything is fine, but deep down, he misses Nigeria.
The Lagos State Government has revealed the reason for withdrawing the charges against Naira Marley and ex Lagos governorship aspirant, Babatunde Gbadamosi and his wife Folashade for breaking the coronavirus lockdown rules in the state. After several speculations from members of the public, The AG & Comm for Justice, Moyo Onigbanjo, SAN eventually pardoned the offenders by considering their remorsefulness as long as they these fulfill 3 conditions, “(1) They have to write a formal apology to the Government of Lagos State which will solidify the remorsefulness shown by them. “(2) They have to give an undertaking in writing that…
Manchester United midfielder, Bruno Fernandes has come out to joke that he is the new Juan Sebastian Veron. This is coming after the Portuguese star recently flaunted a goatee while isolating during the coronavirus pandemic. According to him, the reason for his great form since he signed for Man Utd is the confidence of the manager in his ability, behind the scenes and during football games. He added that he feels the confidence from the club as well and this makes him give his all on the pitch in every single game. On Mufc, “For me, the most important was…
Popular singer, Eldee has declared that he will not partake in any giveaway like some other celebrities amid the coronavirus outbreak. The celebrities simply give out cash and gifts on social media to help the poor during the lockdown period. It all started when a follower asked him if he had anything for the boys, with Eldee responding that he has no dime to give anyone. His simple response, “I don’t have a kobo to give anybody.” LOL.
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has come out to say that it is yet to postpone the 2020 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) and Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) amid the coronavirus lockdown. Mr. Azeez Sani, Head, Information and Public Relations Division of the council revealed this in a recent statement. According to him, every report saying otherwise on social media is false and no decision has been taken thus far. He added that only the 2020 National Common Entrance (NCEE) was postponed indefinitely because of the virus and other examinations remain untouched. His words, “NECO wishes to state categorically…
The English Premier League will follow Belgium’s top tier lead and cancel the rest of its season, Udinese sporting director, Pierpaolo Marino has said. Mariano believes the situation of the EPL is becoming serious and the decision might be taken very soon. According to him, there is even a need to worry for upcoming seasons because it might be difficult to enjoy football again after the coronavirus outbreak. He added that it does not matter how long it will take, the world has to get out of this current danger zone for things to go back to normal on the…
Popular rapper, Drake has come out to reveal a piece of good news to his fans and followers. He made the disclosure to his fans during a recent live chat. According to him, he has a song with Nigerian singer, Rema and it is a hit. He added that the track will be dropped soon. His words, “We got Rema too. We have a sick song.”
Ex vice president, Atiku Abubakar has come out to warn Nigeria and other African countries that the worst of the coronavirus (COVID-19) disease is yet to come. In a recent statement, Atiku talked about how the lack of capable hands in the present Nigerian government led by President Muhammadu Buhari to manage the economic effects of the virus will not end well for us. According to him, the only reason why African nations have recorded lower numbers than their global counterparts is because the more developed countries have better testing capacity and real-time information than us. He added that the world is…
Ex Atletico Madrid captain, Gabi has come out to say that he hopes we will all be better people as soon as the coronavirus crisis is over. Gabi revealed that he is currently disturbed because he is far from his parents and sister when he should be closer to them. According to him, not being with his loved ones during this period is stressful mentally because his parent are old and his sister is a nurse. He added that the fact that when everything is going well, we tend to commit sin with reckless abandon, he hopes this sober period…
Popular singer, R. Kelly has just been denied a release from jail after asking to be released because of the coronavirus pandemic. According to reports, his release was denied since the singer remains a flight risk. The judge had this to say, “[Kelly] is currently in custody because of the risks that he will flee or attempt to obstruct, threaten or intimidate prospective witnesses. The defendant has not explained how those risks have changed.” The judge added that there are no confirmed cases of the virus at Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC) in Chicago where the singer is serving his sentence.