Nigeria’s Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo has said it is important to export agricultural products to assist in improving the standard of living of the people. He disclosed this at a two-day Agriculture Summit Africa organsied by Sterling Bank with the theme: “Agriculture your piece of the Trillion Dollar Economy“ in Abuja. He said that it was beautiful that agriculture was rapidly turning out to be the most vital trade, especially during dwindling prices and devaluation. His words, “The need to get everybody in agriculture has been one of the cardinal points of the Economic Recovery Growth Plan (ERGP) of the…
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Ghollywood and Nollywood actress, Yvonne Nelson has revealed who the most beautiful actress in Africa is. On social media, Yvonne Nelson said her followers should not stress themselves by searching, because she is the one. Her words, “Do not bother yourself googling who’s the most beautiful actress in Africa. It’s Yvonne Nelson, Oh yeah, she’s one in a million.” Do you agree with her? Yvonne Nelson (born November 12, 1985) is a Ghanaian actress, model, film producer and entrepreneur. She has starred in several movies, including House of Gold (2013), Any Other Monday, In April, and Swings. Yvonne Nelson was…
Paul Pogba is aware that he cannot leave Manchester United so he is fully focused on them, according to brther, Mathias Pogba. After lots of speculations, Pogba could not join Juventus or Real Madrid and will remain a Utd player until January at least. Mathias now thinks Pogba will concentrate on the job at hand since there are no more distractions. His words, “Paul knows that he cannot leave Manchester United so he’s going to focus on this season. “It’s not easy right now, because he has a lot of responsibility in the team. “A lot of big players have…
Edo State Governor, Mr Godwin Obaseki, has thanked security operatives and members of the public for the safe return of abducted Chief Medical Director (CMD) of Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, Prof. Sylvanus Okogbeni, urging them to be calm and vigilant among residents. Obaseki revealed this after the release of the CMD. He commiserated with the families of security officials murdered during the kidnap incident. He shared this in a statement by Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Communication Strategy, Mr. Crusoe Osagie. His words, “We are grateful to members of the public for their support and security agencies…
Popular singer, Solidstar has flaunted cute pictures of his son, Josh’s first day at school. He took to Instagram today to share the adorable photos, and we must confess, they are beautiful. See what he shared, Amazing. Joshua Iniyezo (born 8 November 1988), better known by his stage name SolidStar Isoko or simply SolidStar, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and performer. He began his musical career as a drummer for a local church in his hometown of Delta State. SolidStar is popularly known across Nigeria and Africa for his hit song “One in a Million”. He got signed by Ossy…
Michael Owen has said Alan Shearer is blaming him for his own failure as Newcastle manager. Shearer blasted his ex team-mate on Twitter on social media recently after Owen said in an interview that he regretted joining Newcastle from Real Madrid in 2005. Owen played for four years with Newcastle and made 79 appearances before he joined Manchester United after the Tyneside outfit were relegated from the EPL while Alan was the caretaker manager. After replying Alan Shearer’s jibe by suggesting he was not as loyal to Newcastle as most people believe, Owen feels his ex England player is still…
Kogi State Chairman, APC, Mr Adams Oshiomhole has said Kogi governorship aspirants on the platform of APC have agreed to unite with the party’s candidate, Gov. Yahaya Bello to emerge victorious in the forthcoming polls. Adams, who said this recently after meeting with the aspirants in Abuja, disclosed that the party invited the aspirants for post primary meeting to put problems arising from the process behind it. His words, “My brothers and sisters from Kogi who participated in the process have shared with us their feelings about the process and outcome. “But I think the good thing is that I…
Pactor, Yul Edochie has come out to say he used to think our leaders were the problem in Nigeria until he joined politics. He said even if it is true that our politicians have let us down, it is up to us, the people, to fix it. He then urged Nigerians to try to run for office. His words, “I always thought our problem was our leaders till I joined politics and realized the people are also a big part of the problem. If you run for office and you don’t have money to share, even your village people will…
The last two days have recorded a strained relationship between Nigeria and South Africa over the xenophobic attacks in SA. Popular rapper, Ycee has even learned his voice on the xenophobic attack on social media and it has attracted several reactions. The rapper blasted South African men over the sad attacks with these words, “I don’t rate South African men at this point … and I’m not trying to create any form of animosity between us and them (that they don’t already feel against us)It is really sad that In 2019 Xenophobia is what we are still facing and discussing…
Chile forward, Alexis Sanchez has said he does not regret joining Manchester United. He, however, admitted that he became frustrated with being on the bench regularly for the Red Devils. Sanchez recently completed a loan move to Serie A giants Inter with the club aiming to help him rediscover his dazzling form in Italy before deciding on his long term future. Speaking on how his career has turned out since he left Arsenal, he said, “I’m very happy I went to Manchester United. “I’ve always said that. It’s the club that’s won the most in England. “When I went to…
Ex Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has said xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in SA as a result of the common history between the two nations. In a recent statement he issued in Abuja, he said the attack is the most disturbing occurrence in the turn of the century. He then urged both nations to look into several diplomatic measures immediately to tackle the situation. He also begged Nigerians and South Africans to unite. His words, “Both Nigeria and South Africa share a history of brotherhood and camaraderie at different times in our difficult times and it is very important that we…
The last two days have recorded a strained relationship between Nigeria and South Africa over the xenophobic attacks in SA. Popular rapper, Ycee has even learned his voice on the xenophobic attack on social media and it has attracted several reactions. The rapper blasted South African men over the sad attacks with these words, “I don’t rate South African men at this point … and I’m not trying to create any form of animosity between us and them (that they don’t already feel against us)It is really sad that In 2019 Xenophobia is what we are still facing and discussing…
Former Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger has said he is struggling to deal with the possibility that he will coach a football club again. Wenger has been jobless since he left Arsenal after the 2017-18 season. He has now said he has rejected offers even if he is desperate to return on the bench one day and enjoy the intensity of football again. His words, “I can’t live with the fact that I’ll never be on the bench again,” “I might go for an intermediate position. I would like to experience one more time the intensity of a competition.” “I never…
APC has blasted the resurgence of xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa, telling South Africans that it was too early to forget their history. The ruling party said it was sad to see younger generations of South Africans killing their benefactors while their elders that saw what happened in the past keep mute about it. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu promised that FG will take measures to tackle the ugly trend. His words, “The All Progressives Congress APC strongly condemns the recent South African xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals, particularly on Nigerians, their…
The National Council for Women Society (NCWS) has praised the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, for leading the campaign against moral decadence in Nigeria by disrupting Bobriksy‘s 28th birthday party in Lagos this weekend. The society even hailed Olusegun Runsewe, the Director-General, National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), for exposing the wrong conducts of Nigerian transgender celebrity, “Bobrisky”. In a recent statement, President of NCWS, Dr Laraba Shoda talked about the country’s cultural values and the importation of strange cultures like indecent exposure and open sexual activities on electronic media. Her words, ”It is regrettable and strange for…
Spain manager, Robert Moreno has said he is prepared to step aside if Luis Enrique decides to return to coaching. Enrique resigned from his position as Spain manager on June 19 and assistant Moreno took over. Robert has been in charge of the first team since March 26 after Luis Enrique went on leave to cater for his nine-year-old daughter, Xana, who died last week after a five-month battle with cancer. Asked about the possibility of Luis Enrique returning to manage the national team, Moreno said, “There is a very recent situation and we are not going to discuss that.…
House of Representatives in Nigeria recently voiced out about the (Xenophobia) killing of Nigerians, the looting and burning of their shops and offices in South Africa after a fresh xenophobic attack on foreign nationals in SA, saying it has to stop. A lawmaker representing Obio/Akpor Federal Constituency in the House, Hon. Kingsley Chinda revealed that the attack on the people was a threat to Nigeria. In a recent statement, Leader of the House, Hon. Alhassan Ado Doguwa also shared that the killing of Nigerians by South Africans was not only sad but barbaric as well, and the Parliament must do…
Nigerian celebrity, Beverly Naya has also spoken out about the xenophobic attacks carried out by South Africans against Nigerians. The Nollywood actress said other Africans are not SA’s problem and their nation will be very much better if South Africans know this. She also begged everyone to talk about the attack and even pay less attention to who does not partake in the campaign. Her words, “Enough is enough! Other Africans are not your enemies! The second you realise that we are one, the better for the continent. This is devastating! Ps. EVERYONE needs to speak up…YES, that includes you!…
Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk has been named the fastest player in last season’s UCL. VVD outpaced players like Gareth Bale, Kyle Walker and Leroy Sane to record the fastest sprint in the tournament as he led Liverpool to victory in the final vs Tottenham. Van Dijk, who was recently named UEFA Men’s Player of the Year, recorded a 34.5 km/h sprint speed in Liverpool’s first-leg semi-final defeat to Barcelona, according to UEFA ’s technical report. Van Dijk, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo are the three finalists for The Best FIFA Men’s Player award. The winner will be announced on September 23.…
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila has said that the proper use of Information Communication Technology (ICT) tools in rural areas would assist rural dwellers and improve economic activities in Africa. He disclosed that by having access to the proper and the right information, the poverty rate in these areas can be decreased. He revealed this in a recent statement from his office signed by his Media Adviser, Lanre Lasisi. It read, “Everywhere, from Africa to Europe, Asia to the Americas, policymakers are still trying to figure out this brave new world. It often feels as if…