Liverpool right-back, Trent Alexander-Arnold has said he would be pleased to play in midfield since he has always modelled his game on club legend Steven Gerrard. Even though he is a defender, the youngster has done well in the attacking end, with his 12 EPL assists in the EPL last season being the most ever recorded in one campaign by a defender. With a couple of assists and a goal to his name already this season, Arnold has shown his versatility at a very young age and has now admitted that he would be able to cope as a midfielder…
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Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has come out to say that the online media space in the country will soon be regulated. TheCable recently reported that Lai Mohammed revealed this today in Abuja when he inaugurated a seven-man committee set up to implement reforms in the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC). Lai said President Buhari has approved an amendment to the NBC act to aid license WebTv and radio stations, including foreign broadcasters beaming signals into Nigeria. His words, “The terms of reference of the committee are as follows; To establish and publish a new regulation for the…
Nollywood popular actor, Uche Maduagwu has jumped on social media to shoot his shot at the famous DJ Cuppy. According to the movie star, he is ready to wash DJ Cuppy’s pants and dresses if she decides to marry him. His words, “@cuppymusic I am ready to wash your PANT and dress everyday if you marry me… Talk is cheap, if you truly #love a girl, then you must be prepared to be her house boy, thats what sacrifice is all about in a #relationship.” “As the biggest #ACTOR in #Nigeria that has ever gotten the attention of @chrissyteigen in…
The Peoples Democratic Party has come out to say that the insults aimed at ex-president, Goodluck Jonathan by the APC is best suited for the current president, Muhammadu Buhari. GEJ had been blasted for his alleged refusal of external help in the rescue of Chibok girls. The ruling party accused Goodluck of “habitual negligence” as per state issues when he was in power. APC wrote this via its National Publicity Secretary, Lanre Issa-Onilu, “Nigerians already know the story of Jonathan’s habitual negligence to matters of state. “The Chibok schoolgirls abduction and his “sleeping behind the wheel” is not a story…
Liverpool manager, Jurgen Klopp is becoming too arrogant, according to ex-Crystal Palace chairman, Simon Jordan. Klopp’s team is currently 8 points clear at the top of the EPL table and the are on a run of 17 consecutive league wins since last season. Simon believes his reactions in post-match interviews have become irritable and extra aggressive. He added that he is unsure whether he is changing or not. His words, “I’ve noticed a slight change in Jurgen Klopp, in the language and robustness of his position.” “I thought his post-match interview [after Saturday’s Leicester game] was very brusque and irritable,…
Popular comedian, Ali Baba has advised his Instagram followers that being married is an amazing thing and being single and celibate can result in depression. He revealed that no one should be deceived because being committed is actually a beautiful thing. His words, “Being married or committed to one person is a beautiful thing. Don’t let these folks tell you a lie. Ain’t nothing better than having a soulmate, best friend, lover, and protector. Being in a relationship is important. Being alone and celibate… can lead you to depression faster than you think.” See what he wrote, Do you agree?…
Any FG worker that is not captured on the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) by Oct. 31 will not be paid his monthly salary, according to Muhammadu Buhari. PMB revealed this during the presentation of the 2020 budget proposal to the joint session of the National Assembly in Abuja yesterday. He revealed that this is FG’s way of managing personnel costs as it battles against corruption. He added that every agency of government need to get permission and follow due process as they recruit. His words, “We shall sustain our efforts in managing personnel costs. ”Accordingly, I have…
Barcelona defender, Gerard Pique has said he gets very motivated by those that are against his success. Pique has always turned heads in Spain since he joined Barca in 2008 and even if he does not share the same limelight like Ronaldo and Messi, he still has his fair share of haters. However, he has not let that affect him as he has been massively successful on the pitch. The Spanish CB has won the La Liga eight times and the UCL thrice since he made his debut in Spain. Speaking recently on the hate, Gerard said he just ignores…
Popular rapper, Falz is presently trending on Nigerian Twitter over the #SexForGrades documentary. Famous Nigerian feminist, Ozzy Etomi, jumped tweeted to ask why Falz has said nothing since the #SexForGrades documentary was released by BBC yesterday. Remember that Falz was blasted in January this year after he dropped his jam, “Moral Instructor,” which was used to speak against transactional sex. In a private listening session of the song, Falana broke down why he criticizes ladies who have sex and expect cash in return. He said he detests transactional sx since it leads to the objectification of the ladies. Etomi cannot…
President Muhammadu Buhari has come ut to say that the Finance Bill 2019 he sent to the National Assembly, when passed into law, will allow the government to raise Nigeria’s Value Added Tax (VAT) from 5 to 7.5 per cent. He revealed this when he presented the 2020 Appropriation Bill to the joint session of the National Assembly in Abuja on Tuesday. He believes the additional revenues will also help to enhance health, education and infrastructure programmes in the country. His words, “The draft Finance Bill proposes an increase of the VAT rate from five per cent to 7.5 per…
Super Falcons player, Asisat Oshoala has spoken about how disappointed she is to not lead Nigeria’s women’s team to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. Nigeria was sent packing after a game vs Cote d’Ivoire days back. After helping the team vs Algeria, Oshoala’s solo effort cancelled Nani Kapho’s opener but it was not enough to secure qualification against the Ivorians. Speaking on that recently, she said she is heartbroken and then apologised to Nigerians. Her words, “It’s very disappointing and a real heartbreak for us,” “Obviously, it’s what I was looking forward to. I’ve never played at the Olympics and…
Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti has blasted the leadership of ASUU (Academic Staff Union of Universities) for saying nothing about the trending #SexForGrades scandal. He cannot understand why they are pretending to not hear about the scandal. He said it is however unfair because the students need them to fight for them right about now. According to him, “ASUU leaders make una no pretend like say una no hear all this noise about una members accused of #SexForGrades in our universities. If na una money struggle now, una go expect both activists and students to rise and fight for una. Now…
The Peoples Democratic Party has come out to say that the N10.7 trillion 2020 budget presented by PMB to the National Assembly will make Nigerians poorer and will also mortgage the future of the country and its citizens. The opposition party also begged the legislature to redirect the fiscal proposal so that it can be in favour of a vast majority of Nigerians. In a recent statement issued by PDP’s spokesman, Kola Ologbondiyan, the party described the appropriation bill as “hazy, showing streaks of padding, fraudulent duplication, replete with false performance indices, deceptive projections and inexplicable expenditure assertions which create…
Ex Manchester United star, Dimitar Berbatov has said he believes the Ballon d’Or battle and football debate between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo should end. He thinks the award should be given to the two players every season from now on to end all disputes. Both players have always attracted debates and arguments but Berba, despite being an ex-Man Utd team-mate of Ronaldo, has said he respects Messi. His words, “Ronaldo versus Messi, how can you separate them? I think they should get their awards and give it to both of them. All the time. You can’t say this one…
Adenike Quadri, the pretty wife of veteran Nollywood actor, Alhaji Yinka Quadri has come out to speak about her husband who she has four kids and grandchildren with. As a Muslim and a popular actor with the ladies always hanging around him, several people expected Yinka Quadri to have more than one wife. Shockingly, though, he is still with his one wife, his marriage is still strong, and his wife has been singing his praises. His words in a recent interview, “I am with one wife; we have been together since 1985. But before we got married, I already had…
The Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP, has described the 2020 Budget presented to the National Assembly by President Muhammadu Buhari as a lot, but one that lacks substance. This is coming as it announced that it was heading for the court to challenge the planned increment in the Value Added Tax, VAT, by the federal government. CUPP likened the budget to a heavy travelling bag that has no substance in it. In a recent statement shared by its spokesman, Ikenga Ugochinye, the group said with the budget, “the days of the nation’s suffering are not any way close to…
Chelsea youngster, Callum Hudson-Odoi has said Manchester City player, Raheem Sterling is his mentor. He revealed this recently to the press. He said that the former Liverpool player is actually doing his possible best to aid his development. Days back, Chelsea coach, Frank Lampard adviced Hudson to reach out to Raheem for advice even if he played for another club, and Callum’s words have shown that he heeded the advice. In a recent interview, he said, “[Sterling] obviously plays for a different team, so he doesn’t have to do that, but he does because he wants everyone to do well,”…
Married singers, Adekunle Gold and Simi recently took their romance to social media and it was a beautiful exchange. It all started when Adekunle Gold asked on Twitter if fans would record a brilliant “Young Love” cover if he dropped his instrumental. His wife, Simi quickly responded and it was fun to see. Adekunle asked, “If I drop young love instrumental, do you promise to do a dope ass cover for me?” Simi replied, “You don’t have my money.” Lol. They play too much. Simisola “Simi” Ogunleye (born April 19, 1988) is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. She started her…
Nigerian politician, Dino Melaye has hailed BBNaija star, Mike, who was announced as the first runner-up in the 4th edition of the reality show. On Twitter, Dino had this to say, “Mike of BBN is a model of an ideal young Nigerian. I respect him with profound regard. I am proud of him as a moral compass for all African young persons. I owe him.” Mike reunited with his wife after 99 days yesterday. Do you agree with the senator? I do. Big Brother Naija, formerly known as Big Brother Nigeria, is a Nigerian reality competition television series, based on…
Ex Arsenal vice-chairman, David Dein has said the club has to be targetting a top-two finish in the Premier League under Unai Emery. Unai Emery replaced Wenger in the summer of 2018 and guided Arsenal to a fifth-placed finish and the Europa League final during his first season in charge. David, who was Arsenal vice-chairman between 1983 and 2007, has now said the club has to be setting higher targets, preferably a Top 2 finish. He also begged for patience for Unai Emery to build his young squad. His words, “I think it’s a work in progress. We have to…