Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe has jumped on social media to write about the coronavirus pandemic that is rocking the world. Touching on the topic on a lighter note, the actress joked about people returning to the country from abroad. According to her, the days of coming back from abroad to brag are now over. She added if anyone should brag now, he or she should be quarantined immediately. LOL.
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The Senior Special Assistant to the President, Media, and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu has come out to say that the media should be held accountable for misinformation triggering problems for the country, our economy, and individuals. He revealed this in a paper presentation entitled, “Media and Democracy: Challenges of Journalism”, at the 2020 Annual Lecture of the Abuja Branch of the Barewa Old Boys Association, in Abuja on Saturday. According to him, any attempt to hold the media or punish erring publication in Nigeria should not be seen as an attack on journalism and press freedom. He added that even…
Brazil forward, Malcom has come out to say that he would love the opportunity to go back to Barcelona at some point in the future. Malcom revealed that he had a good relationship with Valverde because he is a good coach and a good person but he never explained why he did not play him. According to him, his lack of game time on the pitch did not bother him since he is a professional and that is how football works. He added that even if he will not reject the idea of returning to the Camp Nou in the…
Manchester United striker’s Jude Ighalo’s wife, Sonia has blasted her critics on social media. This is coming after rumors spread that the couple was battling marital crisis when Sonia shaded Ighalo for staging a party barely a week after he lost his sister. She also wrote that her husband was “celebrating in the name of an orphanage” while his sister’s children who are now orphans are in deep pain in Canada. Reacting to trolls after her shades, Sonia blasted them by saying they never cared about her husband when he was in smaller clubs and when he missed a goal…
The Metropolitan Catholic Archbishop of Abuja, Most Rev. Ignatius Kaigama has come out to deny reports saying he asked for a job in Nigeria’s oil sector from Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo. In a recent letter signed by Rev. Fr. Sebastine Musa, the Chancellor of Abuja Catholic Archdiocese, Kaigama revealed that it is the handiwork of some dubious character who wants to defraud the government by impersonating him. According to him, he will never use his priestly position and privilege to seek personal financial gains and favours. He added that he condemns the act to deceive with his name and he…
If you are good enough, you are old enough at Chelsea football club. Trevoh Chalobah has said. Trevoh believes that the fact that the likes of Tammy Abraham, Mason Mount, Reece James and Fikayo Tomori are starting games in the team is proof that the London club is all about promoting the youths. According to him, he still keeps in touch with CFC players like Reece, Mason, Fikayo, Tammy and he is very happy for them because of the exposure they have gotten this season. He added that the Blues have achieved a lot this season and everyone must remain…
Popular reality star, Khloe Kardashian and her estranged boyfriend, Tristan Thompson are currently self-isolating with their one-year-old daughter, True amid the coronavirus pandemic. Reports have said the exes decided to live together after California’s statewide stay-at-home order. An insider had this to say, “Khloé doesn’t have bad or negative feelings toward Tristan at this point. Being quarantined has made her have a soft spot for him, and she knows he will always be part of her life in some way because he is True’s dad. Khloé has been open and receptive toward Tristan.” This is coming after Khloe rubbished rumors that she…
Benue State governor, Samuel Ortom has expressed worry over the safety and protection of the over 483,000 Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs, as well as the 10,000 Cameroonian refugees sheltered in the state amid the Coronavirus outbreak in Nigeria. The Executive Secretary of the Benue State Emergency Management Agency, SEMA, Dr. Emmanuel Shior recently revealed that Ortom has ordered his agency and the State Ministry of Health to do everything possible to safeguard the IDPs and the refugees during this period. According to him, the governor wants to equip the health facilities of the helpless Nigerians in case of any sad…
Former Arsenal manager, Unai Emery has come out to say that he would not reject the opportunity to work in Serie A if the chance presented itself. Emery revealed that he does not plan to rule out any country but he will only choose the one that inspires him the most. According to him, some clubs have reached him already, but out of respect and fairness, he will not mention their names. He added that he is targetting a good job in nations like England, France, Spain, where I already worked, or Italy, where he has worked before. His words,…
Iroko TV boss, Jason Njoku is celebrating his wife, Mary Njoku on her birthday. The businessman revealed that he and his wife should be in Venice, Italy for her birthday celebration by now if not for the coronavirus. According to him, they have decided to be at home and take care of the kids on her special day. He added that everything will be fine in the world while wishing his woman a very happy birthday and prosperous years ahead. His words, “We were supposed to be in Venice today. But put a stop to that. We have to manage…
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has rubbished reports that one of its officials tested positive to Coronavirus. In a recent statement signed by the Director, Communications and Liaison Department, FIRS, Abdullahi Ahmad, he revealed that some of their officials have been in self-isolation for five days and are yet to test positive for the virus. According to him, the rumors on social media are false and every member is free of the virus as at now. He added that Nigerians should discountenance any other reports apart from the information he has given. It read, “The Service hereby states unequivocally…
Mario Gotze will have to take a step down in his career if Borussia Dortmund lets him go, Lothar Matthaus has said. Lothar revealed that it will be difficult for the German to find a top club after his spell with his current team. According to him, Gotze has achieved a lot in his career but he is not a kind of player that is in demand so he will need to take a step down for his next contract. He added that it will not only be a step-down club-wise, the ex Bayern player will also have to take…
Nollywood actress, Olaitan Ogungbile has blasted her bitter ex who insulted her because she decided to not marry him. The former couple had a recent exchange after the movie star launched a search for an actress who was part of her movie cast in 2012. She wrote, “Please who knows her whereabouts? I don’t know why i can’t just get my mind off her, funny enough i never met her but i love her and i remember casting her for my first movie in 2012 AREMO ITE but unfortunately all efforts in reaching out to her proved abortive. I just hope…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has warned Lagosians to not consume chloroquine as an anti-COVID-19 drug. Sanwo-Olu revealed this at a recent media briefing while he gave an update on the COVID-19, held in Lagos House, Marina, Lagos Island. According to the governor, the usage of the anti-malaria drug to combat coronavirus must be stopped because some hospitals in Lagos have started recording patients suffering from chloroquine poisoning. He added that anyone using it indiscriminately will only be harming his or her body except if it is on a doctor’s prescription.
Juventus midfielder, Paulo Dybala has confirmed that he and his girlfriend, Oriana Sabatin have tested positive for coronavirus. The midfielder, however, revealed that they are both yet to display any symptoms. According to him, they are in perfect condition thus far and they have been no issues health-wise. He then thanked the fans for their messages. His words on Twitter, “Hi everyone, I just wanted to inform you that we have received the results for the Covid-19 test and both Oriana and I have tested positive.” “Luckily we are in perfect condition. Thanks for your messages.” Juventus added, “Paulo Dybala…
Popular singer, D’banj has warned coronavirus to stay away from Nigerians. The musician flaunted a picture showing that he strongly rejects the deadly infection. He then pleaded the blood of Jesus on the virus. See the pic, We say Amen to his prayer.
The Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu has come out to say that Muhammadu Buhari will speak to Nigerians on the Coronavirus outbreak if the need arises. Garba revealed that the people can only expect the president to come out and address them if the situation is warranted. According to him, Buhari is a man of action and he is no drama king or showman like some unsatisfied Nigerians want him to be. He added that the president has competent people doing good work to curb the spread of the virus and WHO has even…
Manchester United midfielder, Juan Mata has urged the football world to stay calm and trust the experts amid the coronavirus pandemic. The Spanish player recently revealed that he has personally been doing all he can to remain fit in the face of the deadly virus. According to him, he has coped fine thus far and has remained indoors since all that is needed is fitness, patience and calm till the world goes back to how it was. He added that footballers and fans can only wait until it is safe to play football again. His words, “We are coping okay.…
Nollywood actress, Uche Elendu has asked her fans and followers on social media to look up to God rather than panic over the spread of the coronavirus in Nigeria. The movie star recently had her say on the level of unsafeness the citizens are currently battling with. According to her, the virus is unexplainable but we must wake up to reality and seek the face of the Lord during this troubling time. She added that we should never forget to wash our hands, stay hydrated and observe social distance. Her words, “This is unexplainable but if you’ve suffered for something…
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP has come out to state that the Supreme Court has no other choice but to throw out the application by the All Progressives Congress, APC, to review its judgment on the Zamfara governorship election matter. PDP spokesman, Kola Ologbondiyan, revealed this recently after a meeting with party stalwarts from Zamfara state in Abuja. According to him, any plan to arm-twist the apex court would not be condoned and PDP will strongly resist. He added that the application submitted by APC cannot have any life before the Supreme Court because the top court must stamp its authority on…