Taraba State governor, Darius Ishaku has said governors require help to battle the insecurity in the country since there they have zero control over security agencies. Nigeria has been battling insecurity for over a year with Taraba as one of the states most affected especially with series of murder and conflicts. His words, “If any governor tells you that he will do anything about insecurity, such a governor is lying. “As governors, we don’t have control over the Police or Army and virtually there is nothing we can do over security. “We have been calling for the establishment of state…
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Real Madrid star, Gareth Bale has said footballers nowadays are robots and the pressure at top level football has taken away the joy he once derived from playing with his pals. Bale, 29, has won 13 trophies including four Champions Leagues in six seasons with Madrid, and also led Wales to a historic semifinal place at Euro 2016. His words, “As a professional athlete — especially in a team environment — you don’t get to choose your schedule, maybe like a golf or a tennis player,” “So we’re kind of just robots. We’re told where to be, when to be…
Nollywood actor, Daniel K Daniel and his beautiful wife, Tina, recently welcomed their first kid together. The moviestar added a year to his age on the 22nd of May and has now broken the amazing news of the newborn baby on his Instagram page. His words, ”The Greatest Birthday Gift Ever! ??? The Gift of FATHERHOOD ? I’m in Love, all-over again ??” Daniel and Tina got married 2 years ago. See picture,
English singer and ex Spice Girls star, Mel B has come out to debunk all rumours saying she has gone blind. Last week Friday, the 43-year-old singer was rushed to hospital after reports that she lost vision in her right eye just weeks before the Spice Girls reunion tour is set to begin. Reacting, Mel B has said she was only diagnosed by an eye specialist with serious “IRITIS” in her right eye and “UVEITIS” in her left eye. Her words, “Thank you so much for all the lovely support and messages I’ve had about my eye. Just so you…
Mr Femi Aribisala has revealed that if Nigeria wants to avoid the trouble and problems it faced during the 2019 presidential election, a Yoruba man should not be president for the next twenty years. He then advocated for the Ndigbo after years of no candidate from that part of the country. His words, “before it can be the turn of a Yoruba man again, 20 years should elapse. This is the breakdown: 2015-2023: Northern president. 2023-2031: Igbo president. 2031-2038: Northern president. That is 20 years before you can get another Yoruba president from the South.” “even the blind must know…
Former Lyon striker, Alexandre Lacazette has done well throughout his career, but he has revealed that he is playing his best football at his current club, Arsenal. Arsenal signed the France international in 2017 after monitoring his development for some time. Arsene Wenger was a massive fan of the man who scored 129 goals in 275 appearances for Lyon. He recently won the Arsenal Player of the Year award and he is happy to have earned such recognition, even if he admitted he is more concerned about a collective trophy. His words, “I’ve played the best football of my career…
The EFCC has denied the alleged release of Naira Marley, who recently went to court over an 11 count fraud charge on Monday, May 20, 2019. In a clip that has now gone viral, the “Issa Goal” crooner was seen entering a private car out of a yet to be identified location. This made some fans happy, thinking the singer had been released. EFCC has however come out to state that it is false and the clip is just a propaganda by friends of the musician who are desperate. Naira Marley was arraigned before a Federal High Court in Lagos…
The Deaf Support Group of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has begged governor-elect, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu to allow inclusiveness and see to it that all interests are taken care of in his government. The secretary of the group, Mr Adewale Adeyanju, made the appeal at a news conference in Lagos, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports. He revealed that the deaf community in the state, specifically the APC’s deaf group, played an vital role in the electoral victory of Sanwo-Olu. His words, “The incoming government should embrace inclusiveness and practise it to the letter if Lagos State must remain…
Ex Manchester United coach, Rene Meulensteen has come out to break down how setting goals aided a young Cristiano Ronaldo to get to the next level in his footballing career. Ronaldo joined United in 2003 at age 18, and immediately became one of the club’s most exciting young talents. The now Juventus player did not become a hit instantly though as he did not score double-digit league goals until 3 years later. Rene Meulensteen, who worked under Sir Alex Ferguson has now said the Portuguese improved because he worked closely with him. His words, “Cristiano Ronaldo was someone I got…
Teebillz has come alive again and this time it is to blast Ruggedman for his comments on the Naira Marley arrest. Tiwa Savage’s ex shared that he hopes Naira Marley would be able to bounce back as he readies himself for his court charges. He then took a swipe at Ruggedybaba. His words, “May the grace of God be sufficient for the needs of this talented young man during his trials…… we all make mistakes and my personal take is that most of this young guys don’t know better and I feel it’s our obligation as the older ones to…
Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo has said Nigeria as a country cannot regularly deal with just one nation in the world. Osinbajo, who revealed this in Lagos at a 2-day 2019 USA Fair, shared that Nigeria as a developing country is focused on building relations with America, Europe, Asia, Middle East and others. His words, “We want Nigeria to become one of the easiest place for anyone to do business in the world. “Nigeria does not have the luxury of dealing with just one country. We really want to be good neighbour to many countries. “As great as America is, we want…
Atletico Madrid player, Thomas Partey is better than Manchester United star, Paul Pogba, according to his agent, after reports started circulating that heavyweight clubs are interested in the Ghanaian. At 25 years of age, the footballer is approaching his peak and might exit Spain ahead of next season. Pogba’s future is up in the air as well at his club, and Partey’s agent has revealed that his client is a better all-round midfielder. Jose Daniel Jimenez Pozanco said to FcInterNews, “He is like Pogba, he’s a box to box player, but he is better than the Frenchman. “That is because…
Nollywood actress, Funke Etti recently celebrated her 40th birthday and her friends in the industry gathered around her to mark the special day. Iyabo Ojo, Bukola Adeeyo and Lola Margaret were in attendance. Also present was the popular chieftain of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) Mr Musiliu Akinsanya aka MC Oluomo. Happy Birthday Funke Etti. See pictures,
Governor-elect, Emeka Ihedioha has come out to say that the Imo State governor, Rochas Okorocha is yet to release money for his swearing-in on May 29. Ihedioha, who is also a secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party in the state, said the governor has refused to part with money for the inauguration activities. According to him, reports saying that Okorocha had released N150m to his inauguration was all a lie. His words, “For the avoidance of doubts, Governor Rochas Okorocha and his outgoing government have not released any money to the Inauguration Planning and Handover Committee. The committee has not…
Comparing Daniel James to Gareth Bale is unfair on the Swansea player, according to John Hartson, who thinks the winger will be a special addition to Manchester United. At 21, and with just one full season of senior football in his locker, the exciting talent is tipped for great things. Manchester United have realized and have been rumored to seal a deal for the Welshman who has been compared to Gareth Bale because of their nationality. John does not agree with the comparisons though and thinks any club would want the youngster. His words to Daily Mirror, “If James ends…
Okon Lagos recently bashed those blasting him over his statement on the ladies that were allegedly raped by the police in Abuja. The comedian and actor jumped on Instagram on Thursday, May 16, 2019, and shared a lots of videos. Okon said he never attempted to justify rape, instead he only needed everybody to see a different perspective to the crime that was committed. Reacting, media personality Elsie Godwin during the PLUS TV Africa Tea time, said he should keep his opinion to himself and stick to his dumb movie roles in Nollywood and not involve himself in deep social…
Delta State Deputy Governor, Mr Kingsley Otuaro, has said the Senator Ifeanyi Okowa-led Delta State government have faith in the body of Christ, and know the church is a ground pillar of truth. He also said the partnership with the church will continue, and it will help get rid of all challenges in the state. He shared this during the dedication service of Divine Mercy Catholic Church building in Bulu-Angiama, which was donated by Sir Jude Sinebe, Delta State Commissioner for Higher Education. His words, “The church is the custodian of God’s power, which has the ability to effect change…
Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny believes Aaron Ramsey will improve Juventus and has also said he played a role in his signing. The Italian side announced Ramsey’s signing after the expiration of his contract at Arsenal, but the midfielder was wanted by several clubs before sealing the move. Szczesny has now shared that he was involved in his choosing Juventus and he will do all he can to make sure he settles in smoothly. His words to La Gazzetta dello Sport, “We talked to each other a couple of times before he signed for Juventus. He asked me for some advice,”…
Ex President, Olusegun Obasanjo has disclosed that the church would keep playing a pivotal role in the overall development of Nigeria. Olusegun Obasanjo shared this on Saturday at the 2019 Synod of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Oleh, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta. He shared that the churches in Nigeria has kept providing spiritual growth for citizens plus the spirituality that comes with things of God has boosted the total physical well being and welfare of Nigerians. His words, “A clear testimony to this ennobling role of the church can be seen from the topic: Mobilising Nigeria’s…
Ex Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho has promised to return to management ahead of the start of the 2019/20 season. The Portuguese boss has been jobless since he was fired by United in December for the poor run of the club. In a recent interview though, he gave his fans hope that he will be back in the dugout soon enough. His words to RMC, “I have a lot of qualities and one of them is to respect other clubs and their management. I have never spoken like “this club wanted me, they contacted me.” “When I left Manchester United…