Chelsea coach, Frank Lampard has come out to say that Manchester United’s youth players can be compared to the talent in his own club even if Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes Chelsea has the edge because of the club’s loan system. Ahead of today’s Carabao Cup round-of-16 clash at Stamford Bridge between both teams, Ole said Chelsea’s youth were more experienced that was he has at his disposal because a lot of the young players have gone on loan. However, Lampard did not totally agree by saying the youth players from both clubs are comparable. His words, “[Marcus] Rashford’s a young…
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House of Reps member, representing Njikoka/Dunukofia/Anaocha Federal Constituency of Anambra state, Hon. Valentine Ayika has said the closure of Nigerian borders will eventually kill the economy and increase the rate of suicides in the country. Hon. Valentine revealed this at a press briefing yesterday. He disclosed that even if the policy might be a positive one for our future, it can destroy the economy and cause depression. His words, “Border closure will kill our economy and even increase suicide rates in Nigeria because there are many people who are into import business with a chain of dependents, so what do…
Foster daughter of ex-President, GEJ, Faith Edwards and her husband, God’swill recently stepped out in style to a colorful event. The couple shook Nigeria 5 years ago when GEJ organized a talk-of-the-town wedding for them. See recent pictures of them on their way to the event, Stunning. Goodluck Ebele Azikiwe Jonathan GCFR, GCON (born 20 November 1957) is a Nigerian politician who served as the President of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015. Prior to that, he served as Vice-President of Nigeria from 2007 to 2010 and as Governor of Bayelsa State from 2005 to 2007. Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson…
Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard has said his club rejected interest in Kurt Zouma during the transfer window after the defender impressed on loan at Everton last season. Zouma played regularly for Chelsea in pre-season, with Antonio Rudiger out with a long-term knee injury, and has become a frequent starter under Lampard this season. Everton did try to sign the Frenchman this summer after his impressive outings at the club but Lampard was too happy with Zouma’s performances and his partnership with home-grown defender, Fikayo Tomori, to let him go. His words, “He has been fantastic,” “There was a belief that…
Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Hajiya Sadiya Farouq has said the N-Power Programme is a blessing from President Muhammadu Buhari to Nigerian youths to help them earn a decent living. She disclosed this during her visit to N-Power beneficiaries at the Public Service Institute on Tuesday in Abuja. According to her, the programme will make young Nigerians a global player in businesses and entrepreneurship. Her words, “This N-Power training programme is President Muhammadu Buhari’s gift to you as Nigerian youths: this programme is also to make you a global player as far as businesses, entrepreneurship and…
Ex Real Madrid striker, Predrag Mijatovic has begged the Spanish club to allow Bale to leave the club if that is what he wants. According to Predrag, Madrid should sanction his exit even if it will make them miss out on a transfer fee. He feels a decision has to be made if the player is no longer motivated to remain at the club. His words, “Madrid wanted to sell him over the summer but they couldn’t find a solution,” “A decision needs to be made … he has three years left on his contract and that complicates things. “In…
Popular singer, Wizkid has shared a brief but beautiful birthday message to his third son, Zion, who clocked 2 yesterday, 28th of October, 2019. Wiz, who is presently on break after a successful Starboy Fest which held in Manchester, London and Paris, jumped on Twitter to tell the world how much he loves for his boy as he wished him a happy birthday. His words, “Zion’s day, Love you my blood, my light my everything.” See the photo he flaunted, Cute. Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), known professionally as Wizkid (sometimes stylized as WizKid), is a Nigerian singer…
Chief Executive Officer, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has begged the National Assembly to enact a bill that would ensure Nigerians in the diaspora would be eligible to vote during elections in the country, wherever they are across the globe. She revealed this before the House of Representatives Committee on Diaspora, chaired by Rep. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe (APC-Oyo), to defend the commission’s 2020 budget on Tuesday. According to her, this move will be a legacy for everyone concerned. She then begged the legislators to amend the law to make electronic voting a possibility. Her words, “Diaspora voting is in…
Arsenal coach, Unai Emery has said he has the backing of the influential son of the owner Stan Kroenke despite the team’s current inconsistent form and problems surrounding captain, Granit Xhaka. The younger Kroenke, Josh, was present at the Emirates on Sunday as the Gunners gave up a two-goal lead to slip to a draw with Crystal Palace, and the dropped points were more terrible when Xhaka blasted his own fans for booing him out of the pitch. However, Emery has said he knows the results have been underwhelming but he believes he has the faith of the owners who…
Yesterday was BBNaija‘s birthday and she has blessed Instagram with amazing pictures. The reality TV star also used the opportunity to describe herself with some interesting words. Her words, “Imperfect me. Grateful heart. Great warrior, superwoman ❤️,” See photos, HBD to her. LLNP. Big Brother Naija, formerly known as Big Brother Nigeria, is a Nigerian reality competition television series, based on the Big Brother television franchise, in which 12 to 21 contestants live in an isolated house and compete for a large cash prize worth $171,428.57 equivalent to 60,000,000 Nigerian Naira, and other material gifts, at the end of the…
Nigeria’s Vice-President, Yemi Osinbajo has warned Nigerians and public officials to ignore unwholesome and corrupt practices in the country. Mr. Yemi, who was represented by the Special Adviser to the President on Social Investments, Mrs. Maryam Uwais, said this during the first edition of the International Ombud Expo held in Abuja. He added that good governance and that alone is needed in Nigeria. His words, “We need good governance in Nigeria. We need to depart from practices that are unwholesome, corrupt practices, and practices that have public officials harassing, intimidating or extorting individuals, whether male or female,” “Besides the Public…
Bayern Munich coach, Niko Kovac is not happy with his team’s attitude after they needed luck to defeat 2nd-tier strugglers, Bochum 2-1 in the DFB-Pokal on Tuesday. Bayern were clear favorites in the second-round game, however, Alphonso Davies’ first-half own goal meant they were on the brink of elimination. Serge Gnabry later came to the rescue in the 83rd-minute and after their opponent received a red card, Muller sealed the game with a late winner. Reacting, Kovac said his boys did a lot of wrong things in the match. His words, “It was all wrong for 60, 70 minutes,” “The…
Teni, especially, remembered how Mr. Eazi made her watch a Youtube clip of one of his favorite singers -Andrea Bocelli- for 120 minutes. Mr. Eazi also appreciated his girl for their unforgettable experiences together since they started dating. Her words, “On our second date ever (17th February 2017) you made me watch youtube videos of Andrea Bocelli singing for like 2 hours lol and said if you could see anyone live in concert it would be him. Well almost 3 years later I managed to surprise you with tickets to his show.” Mr. Eazi had this to say, “Haha I…
National Economic Council (NEC) has said Nigeria is working towards achieving polio certification by next year. Gov. Willie Obiano of Anambra said this as he briefed State House correspondents after the NEC meeting presided over by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. According to Obaino, the main highlights were updates on disease control efforts by the Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire. He added that governors must learn to take primary healthcare in their states very seriously. His words, “Nigeria is steadily progressing toward polio certification by June 2020; despite the progress, there is still work…
Arsenal boss, Unai Emery has refused to confirm if Granit Xhaka will remain Arsenal’s captain. Arsenal let a 2-0 lead slip for another game this season, drawing 2-2 with Crystal Palace yesterday the same way they did vs Watford earlier this season. Xhaka was booed by fans when he reacted poorly to being substituted by throwing his armband and getting off the pitch slowly. He also cupped his ear to the crowd and swore at the supporters before he ripped his shirt and stormed down the tunnel. This has made lots of Arsenal legends ask for his removal as captain…
Popular rapper, Nicki Minaj and husband Kenneth Petty are having their 1st Halloween together as a married couple and they are surely enjoying themselves. The newlyweds dressed up as Suicide Squad’s Joker and Harley Quinn. See pictures, Lovely. Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (born December 8, 1982), known professionally as Nicki Minaj, is a Trinidad and Tobago-born rapper and singer. Born in Saint James, Port of Spain, and raised in Queens, New York City, she gained public recognition after releasing the mixtapes Playtime Is Over (2007), Sucka Free (2008), and Beam Me Up Scotty (2009). After signing with Young Money Entertainment in…
Ex-Senator, Muslihu El-Jibrin Doguwa who was chairman Senate Committee on Agriculture between 1999 and 2003 has come out to talk about the state of Nigeria. In a recent interview with Vanguard, the Managing Director of Hadejia Jamma’are River Basin Development Authority and APC member spoke about the way forward for Nigeria during these difficult times. According to him, we need to be grateful to our founding fathers and manage the unity we inherited from them. He added that the problem with our generation is that the citizens and politicians are not committed enough to doing everything to develop the nation.…
Ex Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United forward, Garth Crooks has said Sadio Mane is the one carrying Liverpool this season. In just 14 games so far, Mane has netted nine goals and provided 3 assists and 2 days ago, he also helped Liverpool to seal maximum points against Tottenham The Senegalese won his team a penalty after he was fouled by Serge Aurier, which Salah scored for the match-winner that ensured Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the EPL. Speaking recently, Crooks believes Liverpool has Mane to thank for their amazing form this season. His words, “Two seasons…
Popular singer, Becca has blasted those that complain because she married a Nigerian man in a recent interview with Afia Pokuaa on her “Vim Talk” TV show. Becca, who tied the knot with Nigerian entrepreneur and artist manager, Oluwatobi Sanni Daniel, said that she married when she was 33 and she waited all those years for a Ghanaian man to propose to her but it never happened. Her words, “I don’t like it when people say I married a Nigerian. I waited for 33 years but no #Ghanaian man proposed to me.” We wish you a happy married life, Becca.…
Lagos State House of Assembly member, Mr. Victor Akande has said Nigerians will hail Buhari‘s government in future over the closure of the country’s land borders. Mr. Victor disclosed this assertion in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Lagos. According to him, the closure will help boost security and our economy in ways we do not expect. His words, “It is more beneficial to close our border than to allow it open for now. “Nigerians might not understand this now, maybe because of the little pains it has brought; but the positive effects that will…