Mexico forward, Hirving Lozano has said Cristiano Ronaldo praised him after he scored on his Napoli debut. Lozano, 24, was subbed in at half-time at the Allianz Stadium with his team 2-0 down before Ronaldo scored a 3rd. But Hirving was one of those who tried to inspire a come back with the 2nd goal for Napoli before Kalidou Koulibaly’s stoppage-time own goal gave Juve a feisty victory. Even if Lozano’s goal made things nervy for Juve players, the player has now said Cristiano congratulated him as he raced back to his own half. His words, “When I scored the…
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Nigerian rapper, Ycee is set to release his new album titled, “YceeVSZaheer.” 2 years ago, the lyricist dropped his 8-track EP, “First Wave” under Tinny Entertainment. Ycee disclosed this today via his Twitter account. His tweet read, “Mad love to @michael_synx @Alpha_Ojini and ELMORE. The post production on the #YCeeVsZAHEER album are all CRAZY.” The former UNILAG student hinted that the album could be unveiled in October 2019. Congratz to him. Oludemilade Martin Alejo (born January 29, 1993), professionally known as Ycee (also stylized as YCee), is a Nigerian rapper, singer and songwriter. He rose to limelight after his single…
South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Pandor, recently said that several Nigerians in SA are drug traffickers and Minister of foreign affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama, does not agree. Geoffrey blasted him for making that kind of comment that will only fuel Xenophobia. Asked if the South African security agencies assisted in safeguarding foreigners during the attack, Pandor said, “I would appreciate them in helping us as well to address the belief our people have and the reality that there are many persons from Nigeria dealing in drugs in our country.” Reacting, Onyeama said, “It is precisely this kind of…
Mohamed Salah’s selfish streak will not be an issue for Liverpool according to Michael Owen. Owen believes Sadio Mane’s public display of frustration vs Burnley will be forgotten as soon as possible. Mane was not happy with Salah’s actions during their 3-0 win at Turf Moor. However, Owen does not see the little spat as a bad thing because it is important for goalscorers to be a little selfish when they play with selfless people. His words, “When you look at Liverpool’s front three, you have Roberto Firmino, who is probably the most unselfish player in the world – he…
Adaeze Yobo recently celebrated her hubby, Joseph Yobo on his birthday by flaunting amazing pictures of them together. The ex Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria wrote this, “How you smile when Beyonce let you touch her ?? Happy Birthday Chief!” See the picture she shared, Joseph Yobo is 39 today. We wish him a happy birthday. Joseph Phillip Yobo (born 6 September 1980) is a former Nigerian professional footballer who played as a centre back. He was the captain of the Nigerian national team until his international football retirement in June 2014, and is Nigeria’s joint record appearance holder. Yobo’s…
State Governors from the South-East geopolitical zone have reached out to whom it may concern to provide emergency funding for the fast rehabilitation of the runway of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu. Chairman of the South-East Governors’ Forum and Governor of Ebonyi State, Mr Dave Umahi, made this request to PMB in Abuja on Thursday. Dave also added that the governors begged for the expansion of the runway to contain a bigger aircraft. His words, “During the repairs of the Abuja Airport runway, emergency funding was provided for the project. “We are seeking a similar intervention for the Enugu…
England coach, Gareth Southgate has said that he will not condone any decrease in intensity from players in his team plus he will not hesitate to drop footballers that are found wanting. Gareth is about to lead England to a Euro 2020 qualification vs Bulgaria today and then a clash vs Kosovo on Tuesday. Gareth wants England to qualify seamlessly so he has urged his boys to help him achieve that. His words, “We need to keep ramping up the pressure,” Southgate told reporters. “We know we won’t have as many high-pressure experiences in the next eight months or so,…
Nollywood actress, Lilian Esoro has shared her reaction to rumours that she is pregnant for actor, Blossom Chukwujekwu. Recent reports have said that the almost three-year-old marriage of Blossom and his wife, Maureen Esisi ended weeks back. Lilian Esoro, who was Blossom’s ex before married Ubi Franklin has also been reported to have returned to him and is even presently pregnant with his child. Reacting to the reports, Lilian shared a new photo of herself and her son, as he went back to school on Instagram and also responded to comments about the ongoing controversy. See their exchange on the…
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama, has disclosed that no Nigerian died in new xenophobic attacks that started from the suburbs of Johannesburg and rapidly spread to the central business district of SA’s largest city. Geoffrey said Nigeria is not set to ruin diplomatic ties with South Africa even if Nigeria has recalled its Ambassador to South Africa and boycotted an ongoing World Economic Forum (WEF) summit. His words, “We are not thinking to the stage of diplomatic ties called off. There are various options. We are not by any means at a stage where we are breaking diplomatic…
Wales winger, Gareth Bale has said he feels like he has been made a scapegoat at Real Madrid. He also said he is ready to reach an amicable conclusion with the Spanish giant over his future. Bale almost left the Santiago Bernabeu for Chinese club Jiangsu Suning during the transfer window after Zidane told him that he was not in his plans. The move was blocked in the end though, and Bale has started all three La Liga matches this season. He has now said he thinks he has been a target and he no longer plays with an happy…
President Muhammadu Buhari has said Nigeria is prepared to provide counterpart funding on all agreements reached with China for providing infrastructure that enhances the livelihood of Nigerians. He revealed this when he received Yang Jiechi, Special Envoy of the President of China, Xi Jinping, at State House, Abuja today. Buhari thanked China for her genuine efforts to enhance Nigeria’s infrastructure development, especially as regards road, railway, aviation, power and water resources. His words, “Now that we have a government in place (with the Ministers), we know the provision of infrastructure is very important. It (Infrastructure) provides job opportunities and economic…
Popular rapper, MI Abaga has apologized after intense backlash he received for supporting South African rapper, AKA. A tweet by AKA as per the xenophobic attacks that was blasted by Nigerians in South Africa was supported by MI Abaga and several Nigerians were not happy with that. Tendering his apology, he shared, “To everyone I offended yesterday I apologise.. It is always the right time for healing. I hope we can begin to listen to each other and discuss real lasting solutions. I know I will.” “I have been insulted and threatened so much. And though a part of me…
Roy Keane has blasted Sir Alex Ferguson’s man-management skills by saying he did not have the club’s best interests at heart when he was a manager. This might be payback because Fergie also criticized Keane in his autobiography released 6 years ago. Keane has now said he was not happy with the way Fergson treated some players during his stay. His words, “People talk about Ferguson’s man-management – don’t be kidded on by all of it,” “I was at the club when Bryan Robson left, when Steve Bruce left, two brilliant servants for Manchester United, and I didn’t like the…
Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has urged the residents of the state to reduce waste by recycling them as this can enhance their wealth. Sanwo-Olu gave the advice during the launch of the Lagos Blue Box Initiative held in Lagos on Thursday. According to Sanwo, recycling is our own major fortune earner for government and youths. His words, “In Lagos, 50 per cent of waste generated contained reusable resources, which can be channel into the economy of the state. “The recycling of waste encourages the use of another person’s scrap as a fixed stock for another person’s process. “It minimises…
Popular Nigerian rapper, Ikechukwu has spoken up about his sad experience with SARS operatives in Lagos. Sharing his story, the dope lyricist said, “I was kidnapped by sars lastnight. Two mins away from my house, taken to lagos island and made to exhaust my atm allowance or i would be killed and no one would know’. Not by armed robbers. But when u are robbed and they are armed fully, 5 ak-47’s. Blows to the head and bundled into a vehicle. Isn’t it the same thing. And then after you will now tell me our government is working. Things are…
Benched Manchester United midfielder, Nemanja Matic has said Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will need to accept the blame if the club fails to compete for the EPL this season. Matic, 31, has been a starter in United’s midfield since his move from Chelsea in 2017 but has played only 22 minutes this season after making one appearance as a substitute. Ole has preferred Scott McTominay to partner Paul Pogba in CM in the first four games, and they have only managed to win once, lose once and draw twice. Matic has now said he respects the coach’s decision and he is…
Ogun State governor, Dapo Abiodun has said he would not mark 100 days in office but would instead share his achievements with the people of the state today. Dapo, who said he does not fancy any celebration of the milestone, disclosed that the period would be the perfect time to share how he has performed in the first 100 days in office. He said this at Ogun State’s free medical screening initiative held at Ilishan High School, in Ikenne. His words, “I don’t know whether our administration will be marking a milestone. I think what we believe is sharing with…
Popular Max FM OAP, Murphy Ijemba has threatened to stop playing songs by Nigerian singers who shoot their music video in South Africa. Murphy disclosed this over the xenophobic attacks suffered by Nigerians in SA. The attacks have seen several Nigerian businesses and properties burnt or looted by terrible South Africans. According to them, they are tired of seeing foreigners in their country. Even if Nigerian artistes have been coming out to spread the peace message and condemn the attack, OAP Murphy Ijemba still thinks they should do more by not shooting their videos there. His words, “Any Nigerian artiste…
Villarreal winger, Samuel Chukwueze has said he is fulfilled and grateful to feature for the Nigeria national team. After playing well at U17 level, the youngster is still doing well, winning the Nigeria Football Federation’s Young Player of the Year award last year. Samuel was part of Gernot Rohr’s squad for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations. He was superb in his debut Afcon appearance, scoring in their 2-1 win over South Africa in the quarter-final stage. Speaking to GOAL recently, he has shared how happy he is to have gathered that Super Eagles experience. His words, “It is a…
Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde has pledged that his government would keep implementing policies that would see to the complete transformation of the state. Seyi made this promise today as he inaugurated a 20-classroom mega school at the Baptist Basic Schools 1&11 in Isokun, Oyo town. Gov Makinde also praised the immediate past government for starting the project even if they could not complete it. His words, “Education is considered the most important ideological state apparatus to ensure that the society largely conforms to its ideals and interest, so it is considered a fundamental human right.” He added that education…