Chelsea coach, Frank Lampard is hoping that Antonio Rudiger will not be out for long after sustaining an injury vs Wolves today. Rudiger was making his first appearance after battling a serious knee injury in April, but he left the pitch for Kurt Zouma after picking up an injury. However, Lampard is optimistic that the fast CB will be back to face Valencia in the UCL this week. His words, “He’s had a groin issue which he bothered as he came off the pitch near me – he slipped onto the metal which made him have to slide and adjust…
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Ghanaian awards CEO, Sadiq Abdulai Abu has blasted BET organizers for nominating Nigerian rapper, Falz in the same category with other established rappers. Days back, Falz was named alongside other international artistes as nominees for the 2019 BET Hip-Hop Awards. He was nominated in BET’s new Best International Flow category alongside Nasty C (South Africa), Sarkodie (Ghana), Tory Lanez (Canada), OG Ghetts (UK) and Little Simz (UK). Sharing his reaction to the nomination list in a recent interview on Hitz FM, Sadiq disclosed that going by how good Sarkodie is, Falz should not be in the same category as him.…
UNILAG VC, Prof. Oluwatoyin Ogundipe has come out to say that there are plans in place to make sure the school is one of the best in the world. He revealed this during a recent interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Lagos. The VC shared this as a reaction to UNILAG’s recent rating by the Times Higher Education (THE), foremost universities ranking body. His words, “This body has never ranked the University of Lagos for about 15 years. “For the first time in the World Universities ranking 2020 released on Sept. 11, the institution was…
Manchester City coach, Pep Guardiola has said he is not thinking about buying a new defender in January to replace currently injured Aymeric Laporte. Laporte had surgery on his right knee during the international break with Pep saying he might be out for 6 months. After Kompany’s exit at the end of last season, City now have only Nicolas Otamendi and John Stones as their senior CBs with midfielder Fernandinho supporting them in defence. However, Pep has still said he does not plan to bring in a replacement. His words, “My advice to you is not to write too many…
Popular radio presenter, Melody Hassan has blasted Naira Marley over his new jam titled “Puta.” According to the CityFM OAP, the song encourages sexual violence. She said that “Puta” is actually a derogatory word which means “whore” “bitch” and those that dance to the song are actually saying sexual violence is fine. On Twitter, she wrote, “PUTA is a derogatory word, it means ”whore” , “bitch”. Good morning to all the marlians, send my love to your leader. Y’all are doing great.” “Do we realise we live in a country that has a dangerous attitude towards sexual harassment & women’s…
Minister of Power, Alhaji Sale Mamman has guaranteed that the current government is ready to make sure all federal universities have access to a dependable and uninterrupted power supply. He revealed this recently at the ceremony of the upgrade of 33/11KV substation from 1*7.5MVA 33/11KV to 2*7.5MVA 33/11KV at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, Kaduna State. His words, “The Ministry through its Distribution Expansion Programme (DEP) in line with this administration’s Energising Education Programme (EEP) which seeks to ensure all the Federal Universities enjoy reliable power supply graciously obliged. “It is our expectation that with the completion of this strategic…
Arsenal coach, Unai Emery has backed Granit Xhaka after the midfielder was responsible for an unnecessary penalty vs Tottenham days back. Arsenal went on to share the points but Xhaka was seen as the player who cost the team 3 points. Unai Emery does not care about that though and he has backed the Swiss to step up his game and reduce his mistakes. His words, “We were speaking this morning, “[Make a] mistake, recognise that mistake, learn, correct it, improve and repeat with success. We could speak about every player’s mistakes in every training session and each match. “Only,…
Barcelona coach, Ernesto Valverde has said Lionel Messi’s comments about his Barcelona future have been blown out of proportion, and there is no doubt that the Argentine is fully committed to the club. Messi penned a four-year contract in 2017, but the agreement includes a clause which gives him the option of leaving on a free transfer at the end of each campaign. This had led to speculations that has to do with an exit, however, Valverde is sure Lionel’s words have been misinterpreted, even if Barca’s head coach acknowledged he is unable to control what players say in the…
The Movement for the Actualisation of Sovereign State of Biafra, MASSOB, has asked its members to be focused and law-abiding, as the group is on track to make the dream for the sovereign state of Biafra, a reality. MASSOB also hinted they will achieve their aim with no war. Revealing this in Calabar in a marked departure from the yearly processions and rallies around cities and towns in Cross River and Akwa Ibom States, MASSOB, held seminars to sensitize members of the public on its non-violent campaign agitation for a Biafra state. Leaders, Francis Johnson and Nsijak Akpan said, “In…
Just days after popular singer, David Adeleke aka Davido proposed to his girlfriend, Chioma Avril Rowland, the artiste has praised his heavily pregnant wife. He recently jumped on Instagram to call her beautiful and to praise her for loving him. His words, “A beautiful life. My beautiful wife. Thank you for everything @thechefchi ! And thank you in advance for what we expecting !” How cute. David Adedeji Adeleke (born November 21, 1992), better known by his stage name Davido, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer. Born in Atlanta and raised in Lagos, Davido made his music debut…
Barcelona legend, Samuel Eto’o has said he would want to see Jose Mourinho coach manage his ex La Liga club in future. The tactician from Portugal had a spell at Camp Nou after arriving in 1996 as Bobby Robson’s interpreter and assistant. He has gone n to coach other clubs but he has kept getting fired before finishing his contract in all. However, Eto’o who recently retired from football has now said that he is hoping for the ex Mufc coach to return to Barcelona. His words, “It would be beautiful [Mourinho’s return to Barcelona],” “I’d like to ask Jose…
The Minister of Communications, Dr. Isa Ali Ibrahim has shared why he commanded the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC to make sure every mobile network operator block all SIM cards that do not meet proper registration standards until users comply with the right reregistration procedures due to their security risk. The command, he said was a backup to his earlier directive to all Agencies and Parastatals in the ministry when he resumed office, which resulted in the submission of NCC’s baseline short-term performance targets report to the minister. Revealing recently in an urgent statement, The Commission said that an estimated nine…
Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels has had her say on the rumours that she pursued her best friend, Cassie, out of her house for seducing her husband, Ned Nwoko. The rumours even went as far as saying Regina deleted all Cassie’s pictures from her Instagram page. The report read, “Cassie is so in love with Regina’s hubby Ned Nwoko and could not control herself around him. One day someone caught her alone with Ned and it looked ‘somehow’ as she had a strange look and Ned allegedly had a wet look on his Jalabia. Regina had been warned about Cassie but…
President Muhammadu Buhari has dedicated the victory at the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal Wednesday to God and Nigerians who came out en masse to exercise their franchises in hs favor. He revealed this in a press release statement made available to reporters by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina yesterday. He said his conscience is clear, so he could not be worried when the long battle began after the election. The statement read, “The president dedicates the victory to God, and to Nigerians. He also commended the judiciary for “dispensing justice without fear or…
Barcelona genius, Lionel Messi has said he is not angry at the club for failing to sign Neymar during the recently closed transfer window. He added that although he is not sure if the club willingly decided not to bring him back to the Nou Camp, he is at peace with how things have turned out. Messi used the opportunity to state cearly that he does not run things at the club. His words, “I would have loved for Neymar to come,” “Honestly, I don’t know if Barca did everything possible to get him back but I’m sure negotiating with…
Popular socialite, Pretty Mike has jumped on Instagram to blast those that boast to their friends about their boyfriend or girlfriend’s sexual prowess only to come back online and rant and threaten the same friends when they decide to try out their partners to confirm. Hi words were, “You can’t talk about ur sex life with everyone except ur partner..I mean if ur man got a good stroke? or ur babe’s head game is on point?or if ur guy is walking with 10” and ur woman really knows how to Back that Ass up (pls keep it to urself) But…
Nasarawa State House of Assembly speaker, Alhaji Ibrahim Balarabe Abdullahi has praised the victory of President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal. Balarabe disclosed this in Keffi as he reacted to the judgment delivered in favour of Buhari. He hailed the judiciary for its fairness in handling the petition. His words, “I am overwhelmed, happy and delighted again for the victory of President Muhammadu Buhari at the election petition tribunal. “My people voted massively for the president and he won his election in Nasarawa State. “The tribunal judgment has confirmed the earlier victory declared by the Independent National…
England coach, Gareth Southgate has tipped Raheem Sterling to become the world’s best player someday. Raheem has dazzled for club and country for years now. He helped Manchester City to another EPL title last season by scoring 17 league goals. With Ronaldo and Messi now 34 and 32 respectively, their dominance of global football nearing its end and Gareth thinks Sterling has what it takes to attain such legendary status. His words, “There are obviously some outstanding players around” “But he will give himself every chance, because he’s got the drive, he’s got the professionalism, he’s got the ability, he’s…
Popular TV host, Mo Abudu is marking her 55th birthday today. On social media, she wrote about how her problems have been the reason for her strength. According to Mo, anytime she is confronted with a challenge, she sees an opportunity. Her words, “I am truly filled with gratitude, I am grateful and thankful to my GOD ALMIGHTY as I turn 55 years old today As I look back over the last year, I know that it’s from my challenges that I have truly drawn strength. When a challenge comes my way, I take a deep breath, smile and I…
President Muhammadu Buhari has said he has been unbothered since Alhaji Atiku Abubakar filed a suit at the Tribunal to challenge his February 23, victory. This is coming hours after the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja dismissed the petition PDP and Atiku lodged against him. Buhari said the victory is for Nigerians who came out in their numbers to vote for him. His words, “Good conscience fears no evil report. I was unperturbed all along, because I knew Nigerians freely gave us the mandate. We are now vindicated.” He dedicated the victory to God, and to Nigerians, while…