Enugu State Governor and Governor-elect, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has insisted on his government’s commitment to the welfare of workers of the state, saying that his eagerness “has become even more fortified”. Speaking recently at the 2019 Workers Day celebration held at the Michael Okpara Square, Enugu, Gov. Ugwuanyi, who vowed to make sure that Enugu State remains a state to look up to for peace and good governance, also said his government will keep paying salaries and other settlements regularly. His words, “We will continue to provide more conducive work conditions and to do all that is necessary to…
Author: David Folami
Kizz Daniel is still doing bits to improve his brand. Just after dropping video for “Poko,” the amazing singer dazzled fans at his highly expected NBS concert in London. At the show, Boykiss performed before packed crowd of 2,350 that filled “Indigo at the O2,” Peninsula Square, North Greenwich, London SE10 0DX, UK. See pictures,
Barcelona forward, Lionel Messi is not happy with the Barcelona fans that booed Philippe Coutinho when he was substituted during their 3-0 Champions League win against Liverpool at Camp Nou. It was a well deserved victory but the win was ruined by the treatment ex Liverpool player, Coutinho faced when he got taken off for Nelson Semedo before the 60th minute. Coutinho had a quiet night but Messi did not feel his performance should attract jeers from his own fans. His words, “We’re at the defining stage of the season and we have to be more united than ever,” Messi…
Edo State Governor, Mr Godwin Obaseki has spoken up for channelling domestic savings to development financing instruments to boost development. The governor revealed this as chairman of the session on development financing at the induction of new and returning governors into the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) in Abuja. He said that the N200bn investment in agriculture which helped in getting Nigeria out of recession was clear proof that we need to deploy development financing to rejuvenate the Nigerian economy. His words, “The Nigerian Sovereign Wealth Fund, which we are investors as governors, has leveraged N5bn that we have given them…
X3M Music has disclosed that Simi has left their record label. The entertainment outfit revealed that her exit happened after her contract expired. In a recent statement, signed by A&R executive Vincent Nwanze, both parties decided to not renew the contract. The label added, “We only sign artistes that we love and believe in. We know our taste in music is rather different; but we only sign talents who meet that taste. Fortunately, we have been able to find millions of music lovers here and abroad, who share similar tastes, as is evident in the success of all the artistes…
Liverpool boss, Jurgen Klopp has broken down his reason for not starting Roberto Firmino against Barcelona. Brazil international Firmino was a major doubt for Wednesday’s match after suffering a recent injury. On the forward’s condition before the game, Klopp said, “That’s how it is with the short periods between the games – you cannot be sure. ‘Bobby wants to [play] and the medical department told me ‘yes, it’s good’ but then you have to make sure – I’m not sure if 90 minutes or whatever.” “So he doesn’t have to start, that’s why we start like we start. Bobby is…
The Organised Labour in Kogi, yesterday, said that employees will be the ones to decide who the next governor of Kogi State would be on the 2nd of November. The Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NAN) in the state, Mr Onu Edoka revealed this at the May 1st celebration at Confluence Stadium, Lokoja, on Wednesday. He said if INEC would ensure all votes count, workers have that decision to make. His words, “Workers have the power to determine the next governor of the state and would prove it in the state governorship election slated for November 2, if only…
British singer, Adele has finally spoken up as regards her divorce from her husband, Simon Konecki, and it was a done with a commanding Instagram post. Adele, who tied the knot with Simon three years ago after 5 years of dating and a son, confirmed it in a statement by her representatives that she has left him. This confirmation is coming after months of rumors hinting at the couple going their separate ways. Adele jumped on Instagram yesterday with a sassy post to mark the official announcement. Her words, “When you catch yourself in your feelings then you remember who…
Manchester United have been tagged “weak and filled with weaklings.” by Paul Scholes’ son in a recent breathtaking rant. This happened after Arron Scholes sent out a warning to Ajax star Matthijs de Ligt, about putting pen to paper and joining the club this summer. Scholes Jnr said he should take the Barcelona deal instead to have a fun filled career. His words, “As much as I’d love to see de Ligt at United, I wouldn’t even wish that on him,” “Go to Barca and enjoy your career mate because we’re w*** and have a team full of b***ends.” Manchester…
Anambra Governor, Chief Willie Obiano has said the state will come up with newly approved N30,000 national minimum wage immediately the National Salaries, Income and Wages Commission releases table for payment. Willie revealed this vow in a recent address to celebrate 2019 Workers’ Day Celebration at the Dr Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka on Wednesday. He said Workers Day was a unique day in the life of workers, and he was waiting for the guide from FG that will make the state pay its employees the money they deserve for the fresh wage regime. He also disclosed that his government has…
Since morning, Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh has been in the news after a recent attack on her ex husband, Oladunni Churchill. They have both been at loggerheads since they went their separate ways. Tonto said, “The first time I met him, he told me he is Obasanjo’s son, his father was a gardener for Obasanjo”. “Churchill claimed that we didn’t have a wedding and I can prove that we had over 270 people in attendance.It’s okay Churchill, we didn’t have a wedding because you didn’t contribute to the wedding”. ”What attracted me to Churchill were the lies.Domestic violence was real…
Liverpool boss, Jurgen Klopp has said that Liverpool must suffer against Barcelona if they hope to stop Lionel Messi after his threat to ensure the UCL trophy is taken back to the Camp Nou. The Reds, 2018’s beaten finalists, are set to battle the Spanish giants after dismantling Porto in the previous round to seal a spot in the UCL semifinals. But after destroying Manchester United in the quarterfinals with a masterful display in the second leg, Messi is getting closer to his vow he made to Barcelona fans when the season began. Messi said, “Last season was really good…
Nigerian Army authorities have said that reports claiming Boko Haram terrorists earn more than soldiers of the Nigerian Military and so, they are more motivated to attack, are false. Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col Sagir Musa said it is all a lie by an irresponsible individual who is connected to the terrorist group. His words, “The attention of the Nigerian Army has been drawn to a publication on Sahara Reporters and other social media platforms, to a false claim credited to one Doctor Sidi Ali Mohammed, a member of the Presidential Committee on the North East Initiative. “In it,…
Rhythm FM OAP, Toke Makinwa has something to say to Bovi after his recent comments about her backside. The radio presenter is not finding it funny at all as she has said joking about her bum is not even the problem but the fact that comedian mocked the procedure was infuriating. Her words on Instagram, “Never done this before but there’s always a first. Dear @officialbovi First off, I actually don’t even think you are funny, more like annoying. Making a joke about my ass was really cute but one thing my dear friend, my doctor is a Gee, he…
Ex Abia State Governor and senator-elect, Dr Orji Kalu has praised the Nigerian labor force for their contributions towards nation building. He made this known in a statement issued today by his media office to celebrate the 2019 Workers Day. He begged workers to come up with new skills, because the universe is dynamic. His words, “As we mark this year’s labour day, the Nigerian workers deserve to be acknowledged, celebrated and appreciated for their efforts in building a prosperous nation. “The labour force in Nigeria is a key component of the country and as such must be supported to…
Nigerian comedian, Francis Agoda also known as I Go Dye is a father again. The funny comedian welcomed a baby girl with actress Eki Okoro, yesterday in a private hospital in Benin city. The baby girl has been named Oghenerukevwe Wealth Paris Agoda. I Go Dye clocked 40 on April 4th, has never been married and has been left his son’s mother for over 5 years now. Congratulations to them. See pictures,
PSG defender, Dani Alves has begged his teammate, Neymar to control himself more after his clash with a fan at last weekend’s Coupe de France final defeat to Rennes. Dani and Neymar played as PSG faced another defeat yesterday, losing 3-2 away to Montpellier in Ligue 1, and the ex Barca star said he cannot defend Neymar’s recent behaviour. His words, “It was a delicate moment,” “We had just lost a title and he was hot-headed. It was a reaction and one that I think was not right in that moment. You cannot get involved in this sort of thing.…
Factional Leader of Afenifere, Chief Ayo Adebanjo has said nothing will make him recognize President Muhammadu Buhari as the winner of the February 2019 Presidential Election. As a reaction to a call for his arrest for treason by the National Democratic Front (NDF), he revealed even after his arrest, he will not change his mind. In a past interview, Adebanjo said the election was a joke so he cannot recognize PMB as the president-elect. His words, “I maintain my stand that until the Supreme Court rules that he is validly elected, I will not recognise him. “We have evidence that…
Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh, who has always been clashing with her ex husband, Oladunni Churchill, has revealed another surprising revelation about him. In her fresh vlog, she confirmed that Churchill is a diabolic yahoo boy as she once caught him with red candles and cloth as he worked on a laptop. She said, “I am doing this because I want to clarify a lot of things. “The first day I met him, he told me he was Obasanjo’s son. His father was a gardener for Obasanjo.” “This man said we did not have a wedding. When I can prove to…
Matthijs de Ligt’s agent, Mino Raiola wants the Ajax defender to join Manchester United at the end of the season. Mino, who is also Paul Pogba and Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s agent, has a very tight relationship with the Red Devils after several businesses in the past. Barcelona are favorites though, but Raiola prefers a move to a more profitable football club. Mundo Deportivo recently reported that Raiola would prefer his player accept the offers of United, Juventus or Bayern Munich over Barcelona. However, De Ligt himself is considering a move to the Spanish giants where he can do bits alongside Frenkie…