Popular Nigerian singer, Seun Kuti, is the only Nigerian musician on the 2020 edition of Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Just last year, 2 Nigerian singers, Burna Boy and Mr. Eazi, were on the lineup of the event. Seun Kuti revealed the news of the invitation on his Instagram page, talking about the last time he was there. Rage Against the Machine, Travis Scot, Frank Ocean will headline 2020’s edition, while other artists such as Calvin Harris, Big Sean, Lewis Capaldi, 21 Savage, Lana Del Rey, and Lil Nas X will also perform. See what he shared, Congrats to…
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Getafe coach, Jose Bordalas has said there might be last-minute hindrances as they try to wrap up the transfer of Oghenekaro Etebo from Stoke City. The two clubs are reportedly in talks over the signing of the Nigeria international on a loan until the end of the season with an option to make the deal permanent. Ahead of Saturday’s La Liga clash vs Real Madrid, Jose said Etebo’s return to Spain is imminent but nothing is confirmed yet. His words, “The arrival of Etebo is not 100% closed. There can always be last-minute setbacks and that is why I prefer…
Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has assured Lagosians and motorists that the current construction of Agege Pen Cinema flyover bridge, will end and be ready for use by July 2020. Sanwo, who toured the project site on Friday, January 3, 2020 in the company of his Deputy, Obafemi Hamzat and some of his cabinet members added that the bridge has reached 70 percent completion. He then begged Lagosians to be patient with his government as they make the state better. His words, “We are pushing the contractors and we have been able to drag a lot of commitments from them.…
Popular media personality, Emma Ugolee has shared a personal story to pass a touching life message across to his followers. He revealed that he once loved a woman and asked her out but she turned him down. He later found out that she loved him too but was scared to date him because she felt he’d die from the kidney related sickness he was battling. According to him he recently found out from a mutual friend that this lady in question died recently after her intestines got twisted. Ugolee added that this has taught him not to never make the…
Former Manchester United captain, Wayne Rooney has talked about his early-career gambling problem, saying being bored and how bets could be placed easily added to the problem. According to him, gambling was an issue while he played for Manchester United and England but he has quit the habit a long time ago. He added that he only used betting to kill time and the cash he made did not feel like real money. His words, “For an away game with Manchester United you stay in a hotel – and with England you’re in a hotel for seven to 10 days,”…
After almost 3 months of looking for the person behind the phantom marriage between President Muhammadu Buhari and Minister of Humanitarian Services, Sadiya Farouq, the Department of State Services (DSS) has fished out the brain behind the criminal act and paraded him before journalists in Abuja. According to the DSS, Kabiru Mohammed, a member of the Kwankwasiya Movement, is the culprit behind the creation and sharing of fake clips depicting PMB’s wedding to the Minister of Finance, Zainab Ahmed and Farouq. Spokesman of the DSS, Dr. Peter Afunanya, said DSS swung into action to capture him after formal complaints lodged…
Former BBNaija housemate, Nina has joined the list of celebrities who have deactivated their Instagram account over the last few months. No one knows why the reality TV star made this move, but her official page is nowhere to be found right now no matter how hard you search. Even if some of her fan pages and parody accounts are still operating, the real one has disappeared. We wait to find out.
Spurs have confirmed that their star striker, Harry Kane suffered a tear to his left hamstring on New Year’s Day. Harry was forced off during Tottenham’s 1-0 loss vs Southampton on Wednesday, and will play no role in an FA Cup third-round match vs Middlesbrough this weekend. Kane might be set for a long spell on the sidelines, with the severity of his injury revealed on Tottenham’s official website. The club wrote, “Following assessment today (Friday), we can confirm that Harry Kane suffered a tear in his left hamstring during our New Year’s Day fixture against Southampton. Our medical staff…
Real Madrid defender, Raphael Varane has said the level of standards at the Spanish club is greater than at any other club. According to him, the pressure is highest at Madrid and dropping points will always be a disaster no matter the circumstances. He added that it is understandable that there is proper scrutiny of players since the fans want constant success from the club they support. His words, “It’s a different kind of pressure,” “Every day, there are numerous newspapers, television and radio programmes, etc. And what happens in Madrid often has repercussions all over the world. They’re global.…
PDP chairman, Uche Secondus has accused President Muhammadu Buhari and his All Progressives Congress, APC, of laying landmines that might explode and destroy Nigeria in 2020. According to him, Nigerians should be ready for the dictatorial regime in the new year. He said with a caged Judiciary system, a controlled Legislature, the people should be prepared for a dictator who acts like a democrat. His words, “With the high level of corruption already rated by experts to be worse under this administration as they continue to look away to reported cases of fraud involving high profile members of the regime.”…
Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe is celebrating her birthday, and as always, she has to share some wonderful pictures. The movie star clocked 42 on Wednesday and she obviously marked it in grand style. Her words, “If I had 10,000 tongues it won’t be enough 🙏🙏🙏🙏Where and how do I even begin to count how you blessed me in 2019? Even tho I am underserving, Jehovah you showed me too much love! … Who am I that you are this mindful of me ABBA FATHER! … you elevated my status and blessed me even beyond my expectations… “Ajoke aiye, Agbanilagbatan, Aribirabata,…
Liverpool defender, Trent Alexander-Arnold has said he wants to change public opinion of full-backs, because “nobody wants to grow up to be a Gary Neville”. Andrew Robertson’s assist resulted in Salah’s goal vs Sheffield United in the fourth minute of the game, making it his 6th assist of the season, which puts him just two behind Trent. Asked if Andrew has helped push him to “new heights, the defender spoke on the competition between them and aimed a subtle dig at ex-Manchester United full-back, Gary Neville. His words, “Definitely, we are competitive within ourselves,” “We have a competition between us…
US rapper, Bizzy Bone has said Kanye West’s late mother, Donda West, visited him to tell him Amber Rose was a wrong choice for her son while they were dating. He revealed this on the Domenick Nati Show and it has attracted lots of reactions. According to him, he heard her voice and she simply said the model was not the right woman for Kanye. Bizzy Bone added that he still considers Kanye a friend since he talks about Jesus Christ nowadays. His words, “Last time I had an interaction with Kanye was at the We Are The World II…
The President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev. Samson Ayokunle, has begged Nigerians to be optimistic about the new year because there is hope for the country. Rev. Samson said this in a goodwill message issued by his Special Assistant on Media and Communications, Pastor Adebayo Oladeji, in Abuja. The man of God, who said God knows about our troubles, assured that Nigeria would overcome its problems in 2020. His words, “It is instructive that when the Lord gave this message to the people of Israel, they were languishing under draconian captivity, just like present Nigeria. However, at…
Ex-Manchester United winger, Nani has said he never felt he was in the shadow of Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney while they all played together at the club. The Portuguese spent eight seasons at United between 2007 and 2015 after following in Ronaldo’s footsteps from Sporting C.P. According to him, the entire team was fantastic and no one was under anyone’s shadow. He added that he was fortunate enough to be a part of such a great team. His words, “No. I never felt in the shadow of Ronaldo, [Ryan] Giggs or Rooney. “And there were no shadows at that…
Popular rapper, Naira Marley has decided to go for out-of-court settlement after he was given the last chance to show up in court over an alleged car theft. According to his lawyers, the charges against their clients might be dropped before the next hearing of the case if discussions between them and the complainant’s lawyers go well. Naira’s counsel, Mr. Awokulehin Ayodeji who talked to the press recently, also said the Police will not obstruct a peaceful resolution of the issue. His words, “We hope that an agreement will be reached before the next adjourned date. The police have no…
Spiritual Director of Adoration Ministry, Enugu, Nigeria, Amen, Fr Ejike Mbaka, has said there will be tough times for Nigerians in 2020. He prophesied that the 2019 APC governorship candidate for Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodinma would take over the governance of Imo State from the current governor, Chief Emeka Ihedioha. He urged the people who would not like the message to not come after his life because doing so will call for the wrath of the Holy Spirit. His words, “Many things are going to happen in Nigeria this 2020 that will shock countrymen and countrywomen; but all would…
French club, Lyon has come out to say that speculations linking Moussa Dembele with a Chelsea are false and the striker will not be leaving the club. The impressive forward has been in decent form for Lyon, netting 10 Ligue 1 goals during their current poor season in the league. Moussa has been tipped to join the Blues this month but Lyon has insisted that the Frenchman is not going anywhere. Their recent statement read, “L’Olympique Lyonnais are aware of certain reports in the media which suggest that Moussa Dembele could be of interest to other clubs during this transfer…
Ex BBNaija housemate, Alex has talked about how she plans to live her life in the new year. According to the reality star, she has no New Year resolutions and she intends to keep being herself and learn from her mistakes in the past year. The energetic dancer also appreciated her fans for their support throughout the year and for always having her back. Her words, “Dear Team Alex, I want to thank you all for loving this girl in 2019 🙏🏾. It takes a lot to love unconditionally and most of you did it 🤗. Yes you found faults…
Ex-governor of Ekiti state, Ayodele Fayose has said anyone that is angry with the way he enjoys his life should go and hug transformer. This was his reaction to some Nigerians blasting him by saying he lied to a court that he was ill and had to be admitted to an American hospital. It all started when a federal high court granted him permission to travel abroad for medical treatment on December 7, only for Fayose to be seen dancing with a white lady at a party in the US and relaxing on a beach. He has since come out…