As Nigerian celebs continue to give out money to fans online to help them get supplies for the lockdown, Waje has come out to say why she will not be a part of such goodwill. Waje revealed that the period is tough for everyone but she is concentrating on those in the slums and people who cannot even afford data. According to her, if she had more than enough, she would have done a giveaway but since that is not the case, she will focus on distributing food and basics to people in Lagos, Abuja, Akwa, Benin. She added that Nigerians…
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Deputy Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Hon. Toby Okechukwu is not happy with the insufficiency of coronavirus pandemic testing centres in Nigeria. Reacting to the comments credited to the Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC, Dr. Chikwe Ihekwazu that just 2,000 Nigerians have been tested for COVID 19 in the last one month, Toby disclosed that the figure is just not right in a country with 200 million people. According to him, the Federal Ministry of Health and the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 need to urgently upgrade the 34 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) laboratories…
Former Manchester United player, Carlos Tevez has come out to say that professional footballers at the highest level should take a salary cut amid the coronavirus crisis. Tevez believes players should be able to support themselves without being paid in full since most of his colleagues earn decent money anyway. According to him, a wage decrease will not hurt players since footballers can live six months or a year without receiving wages and do not experience the same hardship as the other members of the public. He added that this is time for footballers to be willing to help the…
Reno Omokri has come out to defend the Ministry of Finance, Budget, and National Planning after the ministry jumped on Twitter to beg Tesla CEO, Elon Musk for ventilators to treat coronavirus victims in Nigeria. Tesla had tweeted that he has ventilators to donate to hospitals worldwide for immediate use and the official Twitter account of Nigeria’s Ministry of Finance immediately tendered their request, to the disgust of some Nigerians. Reacting to the ways people were not happy with the move, Reno revealed that he sees nothing wrong with it. He added that no country is prepared for the virus…
The Federal Government has urged Nigerians abroad to abandon any plan to embark on non-essential travel back to the country. The Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire recently revealed that everyone should remain where they are because of the risk of coronavirus (COVID-19) infection. According to him, the chances of infections are high when traveling in a confined space so no movement is encouraged for now. He added that all trips back to the nation, whether by air or land, national or international, should be postponed. His words, “We also worry about persons, especially Nigerians, returning to the country through land…
Inter Milan vice-president, Javier Zanetti has urged Lautaro Martinez to ignore the interest from Barcelona in the summer. Zanetti revealed that the Argentine is an asset to the club so he should focus on helping the team get back to the top. According to him, he wants to see Laurato at San Siro for many years to come as he has been pleased with him since he signed for the club. He added that the Argentine looks happy at the club and his development has been massive while playing in Italy. His words, “I am enormously pleased to be talking…
Popular comedian, Eddie Large has died after contracting Coronavirus. The 78-year-old was already battling heart failure before testing the positive for the virus and eventually giving up. His son, Ryan McGinnis revealed this sad news on Facebook minutes ago. His words, “It is with great sadness that Mum and I need to announce that my dad passed away in the early hours of this morning. He had been suffering with heart failure and unfortunately, whilst in hospital, contracted the coronavirus, which his heart was sadly not strong enough to fight. Dad had fought bravely for so long. Due to this…
The Oyo State chapter of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has warned APC members to not play petty politics with the COVID-19 test result of Governor Seyi Makinde. PDP believes APC is seeking to gain lost political relevance in the state amid the current situation in the country. Speaking via its state publicity secretary, Engr Akeem Olatunde when speaking with newsmen in Ibadan recently, the party also revealed that ex-Governor, Abiola Ajimobi needs to follow the example set by Governor Seyi Makinde by isolating & submitting himself to COVID-19 test He added that this is compulsory after he was in close contact with…
Ex-Spurs and England striker, Gary Lineker has asked for patience amid claims that Premier League footballers are not ready to accept salary cuts during the COVID-19 outbreak. Gary, who has promised to give 2 months of his BBC salary to the Red Cross believes the detractors should not be too quick to criticise because any decision requires time. According to him, the football world should give the players the chance to respond before we all start getting judgmental and insensitive. He added that he is sure a lot of footballers will be willing to help but things are only difficult…
Popular musicians, Jay Z and Rihanna are doing all they can to support the needy amid the coronavirus outbreak. Both celebrities recently donated a million dollars each to fight the pandemic and the donations were made via their respective charity organizations. Recall that Rihanna also pledged $5 million to provide medical supplies to impoverished communities across the US, Caribbean, and Africa through her Clara Lionel Foundation (CLF) recently. Reports have it that their donations will be shared between community upliftment organizations such as the Mayor’s Fund for L.A., Fund for Public Schools, American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the New York Immigration…
President Muhammadu Buhari is celebrating with the Awujale of Ijebu Kingdom, Oba Sikiru Adetona, on his 60th anniversary on the throne. As per a recent statement by Buhari’s spokesman, Mr. Femi Adesina, the anniversary makes Adetona one of the oldest reigning monarchs in the country, following his formal coronation on April 2, 1960. According to PMB, indigenes of Ijebu land, government and people of Ogun State should all celebrate the milestone for upholding the history and tradition of his forefathers, especially the highly organized political, economic and social structures that preceded several civilizations in Africa. He added that Oba Sikiru’s exposure, knowledge,…
Inter Milan wing-back, Victor Moses has come out to say that he is working hard every day to stay fit amid the coronavirus outbreak. The Nigerian revealed this on social media today and his fans are pleased with the update. According to him, everyone should keep staying home and staying safe during the pandemic because it is the right thing to do. His brief words, “Working hard every day. Stay home and stay safe.” Victor Moses joined Inter on loan from Chelsea in January after cutting short his 18-month loan with Turkish Super Lig side Fenerbahce. He had made 7…
Popular singer, Jaywon has jumped on social media to blast popular producer, Masterkraft for lying with his name. It all started when the producer revealed to the world that he got Jaywon signed to Kennis Music. Reacting, the singer simply said he did not appreciate the statement and it should be withdrawn before things take another turn. Jaywon then added that he also connected Masterkraft with Flavour before he had the opportunity to work with him. His words, “Say make I talk how I begged flavour to work with you before you ever met him. Sunny nweke calm down ooo and no…
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila has come out to say that the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has terribly exposed the country’s poor healthcare system. Femi revealed that the spread of the deadly virus is currently happening at a pace that our health sector is not ready for. According to him, nobody in Nigeria has ever experienced such a time like this but he is hopeful that the country’s efforts will be enough to end the pandemic. He added that the sad thing is that everybody is a potential victim but the good news is also that we…
Popular singer, Burna Boy has come out to say that it is the job of the government to make lives better for the common man, not him. The musician revealed this during an exchange on social media. According to him, even if he does the best he can to help Nigerian communities, it is not his responsibility in any way. He added that everyone advising him to shut down his life and help the poor during this coronavirus pandemic are better off taking their advice to the politicians who were elected to do just that. See what he wrote, What…
Tottenham striker, Harry Kane should not be criticized for admitting that he could exit the club to fulfill his personal ambitions, Gary Lineker has said. Linker believes the England international will not be short of options as soon as he makes up his mind to leave Spurs for greener pastures. According to him, his recent admission is understandable since he is one of the great strikers in world football who has the right to be frustrated with the recent progress at his current club. He added that Kane wants to win trophies and no one can criticize him for wishing…
The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa has come out to say that his boss, Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde did not contact the coronavirus at the recent Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) unification rally. Seyi’s spokesman, who spoke to Silverbird Television today, revealed that there was no known coronavirus incident as at when the rally held. According to him, Makinde had no symptoms at that time as well and he was very ready to cancel the rally if he got a hint of the existence of the virus in the state around that time. He added that…
Popular Cool FM OAP, N6 has blasted Rhythm FM OAP, Toke Makinwa for her comments on China and coronavirus. Recall that the female radio presenter recently said the world should fine China for the pandemic as soon as the disaster is over. Reacting, N6 blasted her by releasing her old pictures and saying she does not have the required knowledge to talk about the deadly virus. His words, “Sis!! Stick to Topics you know About. You don’t have the Range for this Type of Discussions.” What do you think?
Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand has backed the club’s interest in Atletico Madrid and Spain midfielder, Saul Niguez this summer. Rio believes Saul Niguez is a conductor in the Spanish team and he would surely improve the Red Devils. According to him, he has wanted Man Utd to sign the player for some years now because he is a composed, calm and brilliant goalscorer. He, however, added that the Red Devils are linked to everyone so it is not signed, sealed and delivered until it actually happens. His words, “He’s another one, what a player. I’ve been harping on about…
Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka and human rights activist, Mr. Femi Falana, SAN, have blasted President Muhammadu Buhari’s restriction of movement order pronounced on Lagos, Abuja, and Ogun. Wole and Femi revealed that the move was not necessary because the country is not at war. According to Soyinka, the order was “unconstitutional and a political virus for the future” while Femi Falana believes the order cannot be enforced without legal backing. Wole Soyinka added that governors and legislators must be very careful with the moves they make during this period because no epidemic is ever cured with constitutional piracy. Wole Soyinka…