The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai has come out to say that the Nigerian army in partnership with sister services will seal the victory vs enemies of national peace and security. Tukur revealed this during the Nigerian Army Special Day at the 41st Kaduna State International Trade Fair on Saturday in Kaduna. According to him, the main aim of the military partaking in the trade fair is to make the Nigerian army a people’s army with versatility in battling the enemies of the nation and food security. He added that the Nigerian army, besides its main role in…
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Atletico Madrid manager, Diego Simeone has come out to react to the jeers he got when he subbed Joao Felix off in the game vs Sevilla by saying he has been told to be careful with the youngster. Simeone recently revealed that Felix felt overloaded in his calf and the doctor has told him to be watchful with the way he uses the Portuguese in games henceforth. According to him, the fans love to see the ex Benfica player because he is important to the club but the necessary decisions must be taken. He added the result vs Sevilla wa…
Nollywood actress, Foluke Daramola-Salako is celebrating veteran actor, Alhaji Abudulsalam Sanyaolu a.k.a Charles Olumo or Agbako on his birthday. The Nollywood veteran turned 95 and was given a surprise birthday package by Foluke and others in his Ogun state residence. See what she shared, Congratz to Alhaji Abudulsalam Sanyaolu.
Femi Gbajabiamila has come out to say that Nigeria’s Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo is one of the most honest Nigerians he has ever met. The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, hailed the APC man as he celebrates his 63rd birthday on Sunday, March 8, 2020. According to him, Osinbajo is a courageous and patriotic Nigerian whose services to the country would always be remembered. He added that he is the epitome of humility, sagacity, courage, forthrightness, sincerity and patriotism. His words, “Our Vice President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo, who is marking his 63rd birthday today, is someone very…
Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes playing together in midfield is part of his plans at the club. Ole revealed that every manager wants his best players playing together at every moment in time. According to him, when the best players begin to play together and form an understanding, that is when a proper challenge for the EPL can happen. He added the current plan is to continue winning games now and play convincing, attacking, free-flowing football. His words, “Of course, you look at our squad and you want the best players playing…
Basketball legend, LeBron James has reacted to the concerns about the deadly coronavirus spreading across the world. This is coming after NBA sent a memo to all 30 teams about the need to be ready for possibly playing games behind closed doors with only essential staff present because of the deadly virus. NBA insider, Shams Charania had this to say, “The NBA has sent a memo to its franchises explaining that, due to coronavirus outbreak, teams should be preparing to play games without fans in attendance and identifying “essential staff” present for these games – should it be necessary.” Responding,…
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta is happy with the club’s improvement under him even if he believes the ship needs to turn a few more times for his main targets to be met. Arteta revealed that the change he wants at the club will not happen overnight even if there are several positives to take from his first eight to nine weeks as Arsenal manager. According to him, benching Lacazette is simply because he has two strikers who are making life very difficult for him. He added that VAR made him happy this happen by allowing Lacazette’s goal to stand. His…
WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus has begged every nation to make containment of COVID-19 their highest priority. Dr. Tedros disclosed that women have been playing an important role in the response to COVID-19 and lots of ladies have been leading the reponse in WHO. According to him, we are close to reaching 100,000 confirmed cases worldwide as cases have only been increasing. He added that we can only defeat the virus if we are united. His words, “Women are also playing a vital role in the response to COVID-19 and we’re proud to have many amazing women leading our response…
Twitter CEO, Jack Dorsey has canceled plans to relocate to Africa for up to six months this year. The social media genius recently revealed at an investor conference sponsored by Morgan Stanley that his tweets about moving to the continent were a mistake. According to him, he said what he said because he sees room for tech innovation in Africa since the continent will be the most populated in the next 20-30 years but plans have changed with the COVID-19 outbreak. He, however, added that he would keep pursuing opportunities in Africa. His words, “When I tweeted about my intention…
Manchester United manager, Phil Jones deserved to be given a big billing when he first joined the club, ex team-mate Chris Samba has said. Chris believes the massive potential he showed as a young player has only been hampered by his unfortunate injuries since that time. According to him, injuries change everything and he has not been lucky with them throughout his career. He added that Jones was a different player when he signed for Mufc and he really progressed as a player in 2 his first years. His words, “Definitely. The names that he was put with in the…
Chairman, Edo State Sports Commission and member of the Local Organising Committee, Dudu Orumen has come out to speak about the Edo 2020 National Sports Festival. Dudu revealed that the state was very ready and they are only working on certain cleanups here and there to put finishing touches to the work that has already been done. According to him, logistics is ready and new buses, big, medium and small buses have been provided for the seamless movement of athletes, officials, and tourists when the tournament starts. He added that there are more than 300 registered, quality hotels and Obaseki…
Nollywood actress, Ruth Kadiri has shared her aspiration for the future with her fans on social media. Ruth believes she would one day in the future, become the richest actress in Nollywood. Her words, “Someday, I Ruth Kadiri Ezerika will be the richest actress in Nollywood.” Some of her colleagues replied, hailing her for her faithful wish. Belinda Efah wrote, “Amen and you know that you and I will be billionaire friends” Ugezu added, “You did not define the richness my dear. Is it richest in money? That one na wahala ooooo” What do you think?
Arsenal striker, Alexandre Lacazette is happy to give Mikel Arteta a big headache after coming off the bench to net the match-winner in a derby date vs West Ham. Lacazette revealed that he was pleased to score for the team because everyone worked hard for the victory in the hard game. According to him, he keeps struggling to make the first team but he is very glad to score again today to give the coach something to think about. He added that he wants to keep playing well so Arsenal can continue winning. His words, “I’m happy to score for…
Deputy President of the Senate, Ovie Omo-Agege, is celebrating Yemi Osinbajo at 63. Omo-Agege believes the Vice President is one of the prime figures driving the APC and President Muhammadu Buhari’s change agenda. According to him, the robust stature of Yemi, his intellectual presence and his pragmatic actions in the area of public sector reforms has contributed to the development of the country. He added that the VP has led the upliftment of the masses via our people-focused agenda. His words, “Our Vice President, Professor Oluyemi Oluleke Osinbajo, GCON, was a remarkable Commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General credited with undertaking…
Popular Nollywood actor, Bolanle Ninalowo is celebrating his daughter on her birthday. His little girl, Aliyah marked her 14th birthday today and the movie star cannot contain his joy. Flaunting several pictures of his baby, he expressed his love for his daughter. See what he shared, HBD to her. LLNP.
Liverpool player, Mohamed Salah has hailed Liverpool’s personality after the Reds’ recent victory vs Bournemouth on Saturday. Salah revealed that the players showed their personality after conceding the first goal by reacting and winning the game. According to him, Liverpool must keep going for the next 3 vital games and the remaining matches this season. He added that his goalscoring form is good and he intends to score more to help the team. His words, “Today we showed our personality after [going] 1-0 down, so we had to react to that and I think we did well and we got…
Director-General, National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye has urged Nigerian youths to develop entrepreneurial skills to decrease unemployment in the country. In a recent statement by the News Agency of Nigeria on Saturday, Prof. Mojisola revealed this at the 4th Annual Lecture and Matriculation ceremony of Kings University, Ode-Omu, Osun State. According to her, entrepreneurial skill is the key to the transformation of the youths in several developed countries of the world, and Nigeria must follow suit. She, however, added that several problems will be expected in the endeavor since various factors work against…
Female lead vocalist of popular singing group, Veentage band, Ejiro Emokinovo, is no more. She died after an unsuccessful surgery on Thursday, March 5th. Ejiro, who runs the band with her husband, Desmond, was in Dubai to perform at the 90th birthday party of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamilia. Her sad hubby, recently jumped on Instagram to mourn her, flaunting a picture of a burning candle and a video of one of her performances. His words, “Of a truth, there’s no justice in this world…. The worst day of my entire existence… Dear Lord …You always…
Manchester United are making good progress under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and the team is now ready to challenge for major trophies, Aaron Wan-Bissaka has said. The Englishman recently talked up the prospect of Mufc adding to their trophy cabinet once again after 2 trophyless seasons ahead of the Manchester Derby. According to him, he came to Man Utd to win trophies even if he knows that it will be a process. He added that winning one trophy will inspire Mufc to win more and that is why the first trophy under the new manager is important. His words, “I think…
Chief of Army Staff, Lt.Gen Tukur Yusuf Buratai has come out to predict that very soon, Boko Haram will be long forgotten in Nigeria. He revealed this during the celebration of Nigerian Army Special Day at the ongoing Kaduna International Trade fair recently. According to him, his troops were recently victorious against Boko Haram in Damboa, Bornu State after the evil force attempted to dare the superiority of the Nigerian army. He added that the much-expected victory against Boko Haram will come from God and Nigerians will be free at last. His words, “The Nigerian Army, NA, apart from its…