Liverpool forward, Roberto Firmino might be without an EPL goal at Anfield this season but club legend, John Barnes does not see any reason to be bothered. Ex-Red player, Aldridge recently revealed that the Brazilian’s goal stats is a mystery but Barnes believes their lead at the top of the EPL table is all that matters most. According to him, Firmino is a team player and he is very important to the team. He added that he is the reason Salah and Mane score so many goals. His words, “The top six scorers in the Premier League are not from…
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The Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo has come out to say that the nation contributes 15 per cent death from cancer disease in West Africa. According to him, this prompted FG to launch the National Cancer Control Plan 2018 – 2022 where states are meant to follow suit in order to address the numbers. He revealed this as he layed the foundation of the first state-owned Cancer Centre at the Muhammadu Buhari Specialist Hospital in Kano State. He added that the right medical facilities can end 90 per cent of cancer treatment cases in the country. His words, “In 2018,…
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote has said that he plans to buy Arsenal in 2021 after the completion of his ongoing projects. Aliko is presently building what will be the largest single-train refinery in the world in Lekki, Lagos State – the Dangote refinery, with production scheduled to start later in 2020. Stan is the majority shares holder at Arsenal and the rich businessman has said he will think about buying the club when he is ready. He added that it is an impossible move right now. His words, “It is a team that, yes, I would like to buy…
Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has said that the past government in the state sold off about 110 properties including the Deputy Governor’s House. The governor talked about how 75 percent of the state allocation from the federation account is used for payment of salaries, leaving his government with small cash to use for other things. He added that he has discussed his situation in the state with President Muhammadu Buhari and he has informed him that help is needed from the federal government. His words, “I have explained all these to Mr. President and I have told him that…
Southampton forward, Danny Ings can be Gareth Southgate’s trump card at Euro 2020, according to Ian Wright. Ian believes the ex Liverpool player has the potential to be England’s version of Diego Forlan or Toto Schillaci in the nearest future. According to him, Ings has to get the nod because he creates goals out of nothing. He added that he hopes his form can continue. His words, “Ings is doing brilliantly. He makes a lot of goals out of nothing. “I hope he can continue his form. After what he has been through he deserves it. “When you see the…
Barcelona has treated Ernesto Valverde badly, according to club legend, Andres Iniesta. This is coming as rumors have been suggesting that the Spanish coach will soon be replaced by Xavi. Reports have also said discussions have been held with Hernandez who is presently managing in Qatar with Al Sadd. According to Iniesta, he is shocked to see how Barcelona distrusts their present manager and believes he deserves to be treated better. He added that he does not know if Xavi is ready for the step up. His words, “Barcelona’s behaviour has been a little ugly. “You have to have respect…
Popular singers, Adekunle Gold and Simi are marking their 1st wedding anniversary today. Adekunle Gold jumped on Instagram today to flaunt a very beautiful picture of them in a very sexy position. He then praised his life with uplifting words. See the picture, He wrote, “1 year in and I can’t even begin to say how blessed I am that it’s you I am doing this love something with. You amuse me, you make me laugh, hard, you are so beautiful, I am lucky I get to love you forever. 🥂 Here’s to more beautiful memories together, doing great exploits…
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has backed Hanan Buhari after she controversially used the presidential jet by saying it sends a very good message to Nigerian girl-child to shun laziness. This was the group’s reaction to social media criticism of President Muhammadu Buhari for allowing such from his daughter on her way to Bauchi. Reacting, Ishaq Akintola, the MURIC director, said nobody should castigate the president for that because it was not for a senseless outing or a private affair. He added that Nigerians should stop ignoring the good things PMB has done, only to focus on what should be…
Chelsea striker, Tammy Abraham is prepared to rival Manchester United forward, Marcus Rashford and Danny Ings for the spot left by injured Harry Kane in the England national team. Kane will be out until April after undergoing surgery on his injured hamstring. According to him, he is aware of the stiff competition from other English forwards but he hopes to be the one to replace the injured England captain. His words, “Of course I look up to Harry Kane and I’m gutted he’s injured but hopefully he’ll be back for the Euros. “There is an opportunity and that’s the world…
Nollywood actor, Uche Maduagwu has jumped on social media to pray for Nollywood star, Dakore Egbuson-Akande. According to him, Dakore should ignore the haters who are doing all they can to ruin her marriage and stay prayerful, because she is married to a great man who cherishes her. He added that he sees her giving birth to a baby boy soon. His words, “@dakoreea Your marriage is destined to #produce a bouncing and cute boy this year, no spiritual fulani herdsmen can break your marriage… They will try to mislead the public with all manner of #FakeNews just to break…
The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed and his Interior counterpart, Rauf Aregbesola recently visited the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, to honour him on his 49th coronation anniversary. As part of activities to celebrate his 49th coronation anniversary, renowned Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as KWAM 1 was present. Speaking at the venue, Lai Mohammed said he visited Oyo on a combined mission of honouring the duo of the Alaafin and Ayinde and to promote the cultural values of Nigeria. His words, “We are here to honour the Alaafin and an icon in Nigerian music. As…
Aston Villa midfielder, Jack Grealish would walk into the Manchester United team, according to Gabriel Agbonlahor. Gabriel believes the talented playmaker will quit Villa at the end of the season, even if the club has said they intend to keep spending. According to him, he feels Grealish would leave if the club fails to bring in better players to play alongside him. He added that Manchester United is in desperate need of his creativity in the middle. His words, “It’s a tough one but Villa’s owners have come out and said they want to keep spending. “This season, they’ve got…
Nollywood actress, Chika Ike has got everyone thinking with her latest Instagram post. Speaking on relationships recently, the movie star wrote that everybody has been a side chick or boyfriend at some point. According to her, we all might not know, but it must’ve happened at some point in our lives. See what she wrote, Do you agree?
he Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo has praised governor Abdullahi Ganduje for following the lead of the Federal Government in infrastructural development. Ganduje visited Kano to commission multi-billion naira projects in several parts of the city and to lay the foundation stone for the construction of the biggest Cancer Treatment center in Nigeria. Speaking on the longest flyover in Nigeria, he said, “The federal government is spending N2.7 tr in infrastructural projects across the country, is good you are toeing the same path.” He also hailed the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II for keeping the peace in his kingdom. His…
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta has asked his players to step up as club captain, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang readies himself for his three-game ban. Only Jamie Vardy has netted more goals than the African thus far this season, and Mikel Arteta has come out to say that he would be hard to replace. He, however, added that his team has the quality to cope in his absence. His words, “Losing probably the most important player is never nice,” “We have other players that can play in that position. We will try to find a way and be as competitive as possible. “They…
After reports that Okuneye Idris a.k.a Bobrisky recently died after a car crash, he has come to debunk the rumors. A particular report read, “BREAKING NEWS Controversial Nigerian cross dresser and male Barbie aka Bob Risky is Dead. Speaking to News men at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Dr Markman Zara stated that Bobrisky was rushed to the clinic in the wee hours of yesterday after surviving a fatal accident allegedly on his way to a party. The doctor stated that though he was conscious as at the time of entry in to the clinic, there was nothing they…
New Archbishop of the Anglican Communion, Jos Province, Most Rev. Markus Anfani, has hailed Buhari and the Federal Government for their battles against corruption and insecurity. He, however, added that more has to be done to completely eradicate corruption and insecurity in the country. He revealed this in an interview with newsmen on Monday in Yola. According to him, Buhari deserves praise for what he has done thus far and the people must continue praying for the peace of the nation. His words, “Let me appreciate the leadership of this nation at the moment under President Muhammadu Buhari for what…
US Rapper, Cardi B has come out to state that she wants to be a politician even if she does not agree with the government. She made this announcement on Twitter and it has attracted lots of reactions. According to her, the governments needs people and she is ready to take up the challenge. She added that she is willing to go back to school for it, be more focused and then storm the world of politics in the nearest future. Her words, “I think I want to be a politician.I really love government even tho I don’t agree with…
Wolves winger, Adama Traore is more difficult to defend against than Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo, according to Newcastle defender, Jetro Willems. Jetro faced Ronaldo when he faced Portugal for the Netherlands at Euro 2012 and his most recent EPL game saw him come up against Adama, a game that ended in a draw. Speaking after the game, he said marking the pacy winger was harder than when he faced Ronaldo because he is so fast and strong. He added that even with Ronaldo’s skills, he found it less difficult vs the Real Madrid legend. His words, “I have played…
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige has said contractors are working tirelessly to make sure the Second Niger Bridge is completed as soon as possible. Speaking recently, he said the sum of N336 billion budgeted for the project is very much intact. He added that the cash was being set aside by the FG so that the project would not be delayed. He added that it is about 45 percent done right now. His words, “The 2nd Niger Bridge is ongoing. The contractor has made an undertaking to deliver the project before the appointed date of 2022…