Paul Merson has blamed Liverpool boss, Jurgen Klopp for the club’s UCL defeat to Barca by saying his tactics were not right at the Nou Camp. Liverpool have it all to do in their stadium next week after losing 3-0 in the semi-final. Mohamed Salah threw away a massive chance to net a crucial away goal late in the game but Paul believes the former Roma star is not to blame for the thrashing. His words, “Salah should not be haunted by his miss against Barcelona, “Liverpool just bumped into Messi at the peak of his powers. But I still…
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The Director, Universal Basic Education, UBEC, Alhaji Usman Yahaya has said the learned ones in Nigeria did not partake in the recently wrapped up Presidential and local government general elections and only illiterate and semi-illiterates exercised their franchise. He said, “If the learned don’t participate in the electoral process, idiots and touts will take over the process.” “It was sad that from the presidency to the local government, the majority of those that participated were illiterates and semi-illiterates.” “The elites should participate in the system and should not sit down to dream dreams,” “Since the civil war, we have not…
Fela Durotoye, Davido, Toyin Aimakhu and several others have shared their reactions to Tiwa Savage signing a recording deal with Universal Music Group. Davido wrote, “Great Day for African Women!! Congrats @tiwasavage @stealthmgmt !! ,” Tiwa replied, “Awww thank you so much OBO, you are so amazing ❤️ #BADDEST” Fela Durotoye wrote on Instagram, “Congratulations to @tiwasavage for signing up with the Universal Music Group (UMG). . . Thank you for representing Nigeria on a global stage & giving us something to be proud of. . . Big ups to Donjazzy & Mavin family for believing, nurturing & projecting her…
Arsenal striker, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has said he would rather face Frankfurt in the final of the Uefa Europa League rather than Chelsea. Both English clubs are looking increasingly likely to feature in the final of the UEL after Arsenal beat Valencia 3-1 and Chelsea scored an important away goal in Germany. On if he wants Chelsea, Auba said, “No, I don’t want them,” We know they are a great team but hopefully first we will go to the final and then I prefer to play Frankfurt, because we have already played against Chelsea. I know Frankfurt are really good and…
Mama Helen Oritsejafor has shed light on the right business strategies to look at to come up with a very vibrant brand in our crumbling economy. She revealed that the business has to be structured the right way so it can have strong economic potentials, even if it might be difficult. Those that attended were also warned they need to work on knowing what the customers need with a different approach. Her words, “In a bid to create a strong brand, companies and establishments need to be careful in decision making, as it could affect the brand and without a…
Former BBNaija housemate, Vandora has jumped on Instagram to reveal that it pains her when people say she looks older than her age. Vandora also disclosed that even if she gets hurt when she hears it, she has gotten used to it. Her words, “Treat me like a joke I will leave you like it’s funny…😀😀😀😀… TRUTH… it does hurt me when people say I look older than I am …. I am not petite… I wear a lot of makeup…. I dress older… act older…. and I have been through my own little stress in life…. I have come…
Ex Burnley star, Jonathan Walters has said Manchester City captain, Vincent Kompany is still a better defender than Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk. Van Dijk has been amazing for his 18-months at Liverpool and has been the main man responsible for the club’s EPL title challenge. But still, Jonathan thinks he is still inferior to Vincent Kompany. His words to 888Sport, “You have got to go with Vincent Kompany over Van Dijk for winning the Premier League as captain,” “To be up there with the best you have to be winning things. Virgil Van Dijk has had a great 18 months…
Special assistant to Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, Aliyu Abbas has begged APC to not force a failed leader on Nigerians. He also urged Nigerian youths to not relax and allow that to happen. He revealed this in a recent letter addressed to the federal government. His words, “There is a limit to what Nigerians can take. The younger generation of this country will not sit back and watch you (APC) desperately force a failed leader on them to destroy their future. “Millions of Nigerian youths have already lost their jobs in the last four years. “That is the main reason for…
After 2 years of the legal controversy over Nollywood movie, “Okafor’s Law,” actress Omoni Oboli has revealed that she has won. The stunning moviestar could not contain her excitement as she shared that she has emerged victorious over the issue of who owned the script as brought up by Jude Idada and Rancouteour Productions. Reacting to her win, she said it was ruled in her favor on the 2nd of May and she was glad to have not lost. On the 30th of March 2017, a Federal High Court granted Omoni Oboli the go ahead to release “Okafor’s Law” on…
Real Madrid manager, Zidane Zinadine, has backtracked a little on his recent good words for Paul Pogba and has now said that is not say he intends to sign the Manchester United player. Zidane came back as Real Madrid coach in March and has always voiced out about big changes he is looking to make at the club. He recently said Pogba is a player he likes a lot, increasing rumors that the Spanish team will try to sign the French star in the summer. But Zidane is now saying something else, his words, “I said Pogba was a good…
Femi Falana has said Nigerian security issues cannot be resolved from outside Nigeria. After the increasing security problem in the country, the human right lawyer has called for the ban of public officials from foreign trips until the insecurity troubles in Nigeria are a thing of the past. He said Buhari and the governors should not exit the country until the country is safe for all. His words, “It is high time President Buhari and all state governors who are abroad returned to the country to attend to the urgent crisis of insecurity,” “With the virtual take-over of the country…
BBNaija organisers have teased fans of the show with a potential theme for the fourth season, and it is “Forget Wahala.” The teaser was released on BBNaija’s Twitter handle yesterday. The 2nd season was tagged “See Gobe” while the third was “Double Wahala.” The reason for this possible theme might be because the ex-housemates of the previous season are still struggling to unite even after the show wrapped up about 1 year ago. On January 15, 2019, Multichoice revealed its plans to hold the fourth edition. It is set to be filmed in Nigeria and Ebuka Obi-Uchendu will return as…
De Gea will be in goal against Huddersfield on Sunday, Manchester United coach, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said. The Spaniard will feature after reserve goalkeeper, Sergio Romero, picked up an injury in training. De Gea has been responsible for several goals in his last five matches, including a costly error against Chelsea last week which might’ve cost the team a spot in the UCL. Ole said, “He [De Gea] will play,” “Sergio was injured [on Thursday] so didn’t train, tweaked his knee, and David has been training well this week. “David is confident and looking forward to the next two…
Kwara State governor-elect, Alh Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has said elections are done and it is now time to deliver his electoral vows to the people of Kwara State. The new government is sure to have an elaborate ceremony as the people of the state see it as the new era. Lawmaker, Hon Saheed Popoola spoke to Vanguard recently about the type of governor Alh Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq would be for the people that voted for him. His words, ”What our governor-elect has done to improve legislative business is unprecedented in the history of Kwara state. I have no doubt in my mind…
Ghollywood actress, Moesha Boduong has warned independent women like herself to stay away from men who are only after money and speak remarkable English. She shared this on social media and it has gathered intense reaction. Her words, “Dear independent ladies be ware of male gold diggers, they speak good English. “In Ghana our economy is just such in a way that you just need someone to take care of you. You can’t make enough money as a woman here. Even when you want to get an apartment in Ghana you pay two years in advance. I just started working,…
Former Liverpool coach, Rafael Benitez has said he will not do his ex team any favors as his Newcastle side face Liverpool today. Rafael Benitez was coach for six seasons at Anfield and is popular for winning the Uefa Champions League with the team in 2005, but his Newcastle side now have the opportunity to prevent Liverpool’s first league title since 1990. The Reds have to win their final two games and hope Manchester City falter in theirs if they are to be league champions. Benitez said, “I was clear in [last week’s] interviews — we are professional and have…
Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo recently checked out the ongoing construction work on the second Niger Bridge in Onitsha and insisted that the government is adamant on completing it. Mr Yemi said the Niger Bridge was very vital for the South-East economy and the country’s ecomony in general. He said, “I had the privilege of visiting the bridge from the Asaba end.” “The fascinating thing as we were told by the engineers is how much work goes into just the piling.” He even tweeted, “The Second Niger Bridge is very important for the economy of the South-East and the Nigerian economy…
Nollywood actor, Charles Awurum has reacted to Bobrisky’s harsh words after he said Nollywood producers should not feature the cross dresser in movies. He shared his reply with Punch, saying he simply recorded the clip to reveal his displeasure and for the sake of the future of Nollywood. His words, “I don’t even want to make further statements about this issue. What I said was for posterity sake. When they started producing pornographic movies in Asaba, I was one of the people who cried out about it. I don’t want to make further statements about Bobrisky; I just aired my…
Manchester United forward, Juan Mata has shared some words of wisdom to the talented young players at the club. Tahith Chong, James Garner and Mason Greenwood have all made their EPL debuts under boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, while Angel Gomes has also played under the ex caretaker manager. Juan Mata is of the opinion that the academy footballers will keep getting opportunities with the senior team if they keep developing. His words, “Obviously, it’s up to Ole to decide that but what I can tell you is that there are some good players in there,” “I like them very much.…
PDP in Imo State has accused the governor of the state, Rochas Okorocha of seizing the opportunity of the recent traditional rulers peace summit in Owerri to dupe Imo indigenes of massive fund. In a recent statement by PDP Secretary in Imo, Nze Emeana, the party revealed that Rochas planned with the monarchs to divert large funds that should be for the people. PDP also disclosed that the National Council of Traditional Rulers did not play a part in the elections in Imo, contrary to reports. The party revealed that the summit was a plan by Rochas to steal the…