Liverpool defender, Dejan Lovren has said the Reds are currently playing like Pep Guardiola’s Barcelona. Lovren believes the boys at Anfield can leave a legacy that will seal their status as an all-time great team. According to Dejan, even if the Liverpool breaks lots of records and wins lots of trophies this season, they will remain greedy for more in the future. He added that the players understand each other better and they will be remembered for a long time. His words, “I’ve been there from the beginning with Jurgen and it took quite a while, two or three years…
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For the 9th consecutive year, Aliko Dangote of Nigeria has been named the wealthiest person in Africa, with an estimated net worth of $10.1billion. In a recent ranking of the world’s billionaires by Forbes, the American global media company, which concentrates on business, investment, technology, entrepreneurship and leadership, Aliko’s current worth is down from his estimate of $10.3 billion, a year ago, most likely because of lower stock price for his Dangote Cement flagship company, but he still maintained the number one spot. Nassef Sawiris of Egypt is the current number two, worth $8 billion, up from $6.3 billion last year. His…
Former BBNaija housemate, T-Boss is currently celebrating her daughter’s 6th month on earth. The reality star organized a small celebration that included a cake with the words “Happy half” written on it. Flaunting the picture on social media, TBoss wrote, “I was sure.Actually I was positive that I wouldn’t be that Mom.But I am. I’m soooo that Extra Mommie & My girl Loves it.She didn’t just smash her cake but she actually fed me some & by feeding me I mean my whole body#HappyHalfBirthday my Beautiful Princess. You are such a Blessing & Shining Light to Us all.” See the pics, Adorable.
PSG coach, Thomas Tuchel has said his club’s UCL struggles have been exaggerated. Tuchel believes the exaggerations can be compared to Roger Federer’s perceived dominance in tennis. According to him, he is very much relaxed despite the agitations from the press and fans because he knows that in football, teams just need to keep trying. He added that he is confident in the team because the players have improved massively. His words, “If I tell you not to think about a pink elephant, you will think about it,” “You have to accept the context. I said after [being eliminated by]…
Northern Nigeria is responsible for most of the poorest people in Nigeria, according to a World Bank report titled “Advancing social protection in a dynamic Nigeria.” The report was shared after a research conducted by the World Bank that spanned 2011-2016. According to World Bank, the country experiences large inequality along geographic lines and the rural areas account for most of its poverty. The global bank added that the poverty rate in the North is currently on the rise, especially in the North-West zone. It states, “Nigeria experiences high inequality along geographic lines, with poverty mostly concentrated in the North…
Ex BBNaija star, Tacha has blasted an Abuja hotel over an alleged security breach. The controversial reality star revealed this on her Instagram page during a live video recording. According to her, she was sleeping in her room when a stranger came into her room unannounced. Tacha said she was shocked to find out that the man gained access to the hotel room with a master key, approached her with a “Schoolbag” and repeatedly asked her if she was the owner of the item. Stunned by the whole thing, the BBNaijs star recorded the clip to call the hotel which is located…
Manchester United executive vice-chairman, Ed Woodward has said the club is trying to be consistent with the quality of their signings. Woodward recently revealed that cash will be available to manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in the summer, having helped to sign Bruno Fernandes and Odion Ighalo last month. According to him, his investment into MUFC has been decent but he is looking to spend more money to help the club challenge domestically and in Europe. He added that there is still a lot to play for this season for Ole and his boys. His words, “Our recruitment process focuses on…
Muhammadu Buhari has told Nigerians and the international community that he is very committed to securing the freedom of all children and other victims who have fallen prey to terrorism in Nigeria. In a recent statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu, PMB vowed to stop the war on kids affected by armed conflicts in the country. According to him, he has already been freeing some of the affected persons and he praises the Multinational Joint Task Force for integrating the released Chibok and Dapchi girls into our society. He added that he will…
Spike Lee paid tribute to Basketball legend, Kobe Bryant at the recent Oscars award. The popular director rocked a purple-and-gold Gucci suit marked with the late basketball star’s jersey number to the ceremony. He also went for the LA Lakers colors, where Kobe spent his entire professional career. This is coming after the helicopter accident that killed the former player, his daughter Gianna, 13, and eight others just over two weeks ago. See pictures, R.I.P Kobe.
Tottenham midfielder, Christian Eriksen has come out to say that he was overwhelmed by the passion of the fans inside San Siro during Sunday’s Milan derby. The former Spurs player said such an atmosphere during a game has never been experienced by him in the EPL. According to the man from Denmark, in Italy, the fans begin to cheer you from the moment you get down from the bus for the game. He added that his shot that hit the crossbar was not a nightmare moment, but a satisfying one for him. His words, “It was a great experience,” “The…
The Minister of Works and Housing, Mr. Babatunde Fashola has come out to say that rural communities along the Benin-Auchi-Okene road are benefitting from the current dualization of roads in Edo. The ex-governor revealed this as he inspected road projects in the state. According to him, construction might take a while because of funding and logistics issues, but it will definitely be completed. He added that Buhari’s commitment to infrastructural development is meant to distribute wealth to the rural people. His words, “As you can see from the first contractor’s brief, the company has employed about 404 direct and about…
Hollywood actress, Scarlett Johansson stole the show as she stormed the 92nd Annual Academy Awards on Sunday night. The beautiful movie star, who flaunted a custom metallic Oscar de la Renta dress to the award ceremony complimented her amazing look with $2.5 million worth of jewelry by Forevermark x Anita Ko. Speaking on the jewelry, designer Anita Ko who partnered with Forevermark to make it, had this to say, “Forevermark approached me about designing some special pieces for the Oscars red carpet using diamonds from their Exceptional collection.” “I was honoured to take my signature design aesthetic and transform these…
Manchester United striker, Odion Ighalo is currently undergoing a demanding strength-based training regime as he tries to build his match fitness, according to his trainer, Wayne Richardson. Wayne is pleased with the Nigerian’s attitude thus far and the way he has gone about achieving what he wants. According to Richardson, Ighalo is focusing on his mobility and flexibility ahead of his debut for his new club. He added that the ex Watford player is in excellent shape right now. His words, “He’s not come off the cuff or anything. He knows what he wants and what he wants to do.…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is currently mourning with Gov. Nyesom Wike over the death of his uncle, Chief Charles Wike. The party shared its condolence in a recent statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Mr Kola Ologbondiyan, in Abuja. According to Kola, PDP leaders are praying for the governor at this moment of grief because they know how close he was to his dead uncle. He added that PDP is pained by the loss since they are aware of how the deceased impacted the positive upbringing of Gov. Wike and his family and his siblings. His words, “Gov.…
Reality star, Erica Mena just proved that she has a miraculous body. The Love & Hip Hop star, who welcomed her daughter one week ago has flaunted a picture of her post-baby body, and it is a sight to behold. Alongside the picture, she wrote, “I’m not worried about a ‘Snap Back’ whatsoever. Eating clean and drinking lots of water for her breast milk.” See the pic, Stunning.
Barcelona dismantled Real Sociedad 10-1 in the final to clinch the maiden Spanish Women’s Super Cup yesterday, but Asisat Oshoala has insisted that their concentration has not been affected. Asisat has said the team will never allow complacency to take over after celebrating their first major title in Spanish football. According to her, she was happy with the cup they won but her target is to keep winning. She added that there are still lots of trophies to fight for and the players are focusing on that. Her words, “To add the Super Cup to last year’s Copa Catalunya was…
Transportation Minister, Rotimi Amaechi has come out to say that ex Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, escaped with N2 billion given to him by the Rivers State government to rectify the terrible Port Harcourt Airport runway. Amaechi said he is the minister of transportation, so he has the records to back up his claim. According to him, he and Fani are not on the same level because he is not a man of character. He added that it is funny when he sees those that shared in the corruption in the past come out to blast it in the present. His…
Nollywood actress, Uche Nnanna has blasted colleagues for not celebrating with Ibiwari Etuk after she survived a recent kidnapping ordeal. Recall that Etuk announced that she fled kidnappers’ den weeks ago after being held hostage for 3 days and she is extremely grateful to be free. According to Uche, if Etuk had died, the same people that are refusing to celebrate with her would’ve come out to share their condolences. She then advised that Nollywood stars should learn to celebrate others while they are alive. See what she shared, Do you agree?
Chelsea defender, Cesar Azpilicueta has said that the club have not been solid enough and this must change ahead of matches vs Manchester United, Tottenham and Bayern Munich. Cesar believes Stamford Bridge has not been a fortress this season and that affected the team negatively. According to him, the players have disappointed the fans at home and their stadium is no longer a tough ground for opponents. He added that their form at the bridge will be key to any success for the Blues this season. His words, “We haven’t made Stamford Bridge as solid as we would like this…
The Imo state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has come out to say that it will keep protesting against the recent judgment that sacked Emeka Ihedioha, as governor of the state and named Hope Uzodinma governor. PDP revealed this in Owerri, via their state Publicity Secretary, Damian Opara, after their stakeholders meeting. According to the opposition party, they will keep using all the available legal means to reverse the unjust supreme court judgment sooner or later. The party added that the judgment must be reviewed to favor their cheated member. His words, “Following a very critical Imo State…