Jimi Agbaje has picked Haleemat Busari, a lawyer, as his running mate for next year’s polls. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Director of Media and Publicity of the Jimi Agbaje Campaign Organisation, Felix Oboagwina, on Thursday, November 1, 2018. He noted that Busari came highly recommended and widely endorsed for the role following consultations with leaders and stakeholders within and outside the party “Stakeholders all agree that without any iota of a doubt, the Jimi-Haleemat combination is a winning ticket on every count,” he said. Oboagwina said Busari, as a professional in corporate governance, will add…
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Rochas Okorocha has described himself as the landlord of the All Progressives Congress (APC). According to reports, Okorocha made the statement while reacting to rumours that he has dumped the ruling party. He accused his detractors of fuleling the rumour that he has decamped to the Social Democratic Party (SDP). “The known fraudsters in Imo politics who have sneaked into Imo APC have come up with the cheap and unfounded rumour of Governor Rochas Okorocha and Ugwumba Uche Nwosu leaving APC for SDP. Their first claim was ADC. “Like we had intoned, this baseless rumour was manufactured by these fraudsters…
Dejan Lovren has told Copa 90 that Real Madrid’s Sergio Ramos “has many more mistakes than me” as the ill feeling between the two clubs continued. Ramos has taken swipes at Liverpool since Madrid beat them 3-1 in the Champions League final, in which he was involved in the tussle that saw Mohamed Salah go off with a shoulder injury. When he returned to his seat behind Salah having picked up the Best Defender award at the Champions League draw in August, Ramos touched him on the same shoulder. The Madrid defender also rubbished claims that his collision with goalkeeper…
Kylian Mbappe is on course to become the first-ever two-time Golden Boy award winner after being named in the final 20-man shortlist. The award for Europe’s best player under the age of 21 will now be voted for by a panel of 30 journalists from some of Europe’s leading newspapers after the final shortlist was drawn up by Tuttosport. Mbappe won his first award in 2017 and no player has ever won it twice. The World Cup winner will face competition from Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is also in contention for the 2018 Golden Boy award. Everton’s Thomas Davies,…
Mauricio Pochettino is relishing the challenge of facing Arsenal and their new head coach Unai Emery in the quarterfinals of the Carabao Cup after Tottenham progressed past West Ham. Spurs, who triumphed 3-1 at the London Stadium in the last 16 on Wednesday, will visit the Gunners in the Premier League on Dec. 2 and then travel to the Emirates again in the week of Dec. 17 for their cup showdown. Pochettino and Emery were rival managers in Spain, and the Argentinian said: “It will be an exciting game. I am excited to face Arsenal and Unai Emery, who is…
A Spanish judge says fraud and corruption charges brought against Neymar could merit a prison sentence of up to six years when the Brazil forward stands trial. Prosecutors were seeking a two-year sentence for the Paris Saint-Germain player for alleged irregularities related to his transfer to Barcelona five years ago, but the court said on Wednesday a sentence of four to six years could be handed down if Neymar is found guilty. The decision is a setback for Neymar because in Spain sentences of two years or less for first offences are usually suspended, meaning he would avoid any jail…
Manchester United chiefs are prepared to veto Jose Mourinho’s transfer targets for a second transfer window in a row despite the Portuguese coach’s criticism of the club’s summer business, sources have said. Mourinho is hopeful of having money to spend in January with a new centre-back top of his shopping list. Milan Skriniar, Alessio Romagnoli and Nikola Milenkovic are among the candidates being considered. However, United are prepared to pull the plug on any deal they believe is not in their long-term interests. The club were reluctant to pursue Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng in the summer because of concerns…
Paul Pogba has said he regards Turin as “home” as he prepares to return to Juventus in the Champions League next week. Pogba, who rejoined United from Juve in what was then a world record deal, played for the Serie A club between 2012 and 2016, winning four Serie A titles and two Coppa Italias. The France international said he had predicted that United would be drawn in the same Champions League group as Juve, who beat them 1-0 at Old Trafford last month. “I expected it, it was mad,” he said. “I’d spoken about it with my brother last…
Argentina have recalled Tottenham Hotspur forward Erik Lamela for this month’s double-header of friendlies against Mexico, the country’s football association said on Thursday, while Sergio Aguero and Lionel Messi remain out. Lamela, who has 23 caps, last played for the national side against Venezuela in a World Cup qualifier in 2016 but missed much of last season and the Russia World Cup with a hip injury. Interim coach Lionel Scaloni also gave a first call-up to Racing’s 20-year-old attacking midfielder Matias Zaracho. There was no place for Barcelona’s Messi, who announced he was taking a sabbatical from international football after…
Raheem Sterling has verbally agreed a new five-year contract with Manchester City, sources have said. Sterling, 23, is the final two years of his deal but is set to sign a new contract that will make him one of City’s highest earners. Coach Pep Guardiola has made no secret of his desire to keep the England forward, who has developed into one of his most reliable players. However, with his deal running down there had been concerns that his value would decrease, with other clubs, including Real Madrid, monitoring the situation. Both club and player were keen to agree a…
Xavi Hernandez has voiced concern about the direction of the club’s famous La Masia academy after the departure of director of methodology Joan Vila. Vila was a key figure behind the development of Barcelona’s passing game, with a number of academy players promoted to the senior team. Xavi and Carles Puyol have spoken of Vila’s influence, but the 64-year-old left in the summer when the club decided not to renew his contract. “I am concerned about the situation of the Barcelona academy,” Xavi told Cataluny Radio. I am very worried about the departure of Joan Vila. “If you take Joan…
Arjen Robben has said there isn’t a “single reason” for the German champions’ struggles this season. On Tuesday, the Bavarians edged past fourth-tier club Rodinghausen with a 2-1 win in the German Cup. Bayern took an early 2-0 lead, but conceded after half-time, leading to a nervy finish. This was their fourth win in a row, but this run has come on the of a four-match winless streak — which included 3-0 loss at home to Borussia Monchengladbach — and saw them slip down the Bundesliga table. Their recent turnaround helped them climb back up to second, but they have…
Ini Edo would not kiss an actor with a foul mouth odour while on a movie set. In an interview, the actress and producer said she won’t kiss an actor with a mouth odour for a movie scene that entails her to do such. She said, “I think I will talk to the director to talk to his cast because I ain’t kissing anyone with mouth odour. I will politely tell the director that there is a problem and they will sort it out.” When asked if she had once been in such situation, she said, “Sometimes, you just find…
The beef between Nicki Minaj and Cardi B is not ending anytime soon. On Monday, October 29th, Nicki Minaj appeared on Beats 1 ‘Queen Radio’ show, a program she hosts, where she called out Cardi B and made several allgeations against her fellow rapper, this immediately sparked a response from Cardi B, who took to her Instagram page to share several videos with her version of the story. While on the radio show, Nicki discussed their much publicised altercation at a Fashion Week party in September, with Nicki stating that Cardi had been attacked by Rah Ali, a friend of…
For two years straight, Davido has remained the most followed Nigerian celebrity on Instagram with 7.2 million followers. As at October 30, 2018, the most followed Nigerian celebrity on social networking platform, Instagram remains the 25-year-old award winning singer. As 2018 winds up and Davido inches at turning 26 on November 21, 2018, it won’t be wrong to say the music graduate of Babcock University has had a memorable 10 months on Instagram. Either for his feeds – which has remained a one stop gist palace – or just the most loyal fans, Davido’s activities on social media, especially Instagram…
Power couple, Will Smith and Jada Pinkett revealed to fans and the world that they have never considered getting a divorce despite the dark times in their 21-year-old marriage. Red Table Talk, a reality TV show by Jada on Facebook Watch afforded the couple and their first child together, Williow, to speak on their rumoured plans to end their marriage. The couple aired all that had gone down in their marriage in the last 10 years when the Bad Boys star and his daughter, Willow Smith, appeared on Red Table Talk. On the rumours about the couple, Will and Jada…
Two-time Oscar nominee Naomi Watts has been picked by HBO for the lead role ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel. The prequel, according to reports by Deadline and The Hollywood Reporter, is set 8,000 years before the ‘Game of Thrones.’ According to Deadline’s report, Naomi Watts signed on to lead the ensemble cast of the prequel after lengthy negotiations. In a tweet, HBO confirmed the choice of Watts for the prequel’s lead role. Deadline further reported that the yet-to-be titled project from creator Jane Goldman and George R.R. Martin will see Watts playing the character of a charismatic socialite hiding a dark…
Miracle Igbokwe reunited with former housemates, Nina and Cee-c as Khloe turned 25 on Monday, October 29, 2018. Also spotted at the birthday venue are other former housemates of the 2018 edition of the reality TV show, Tobi Bakre and Vandora. The ex-housemates were all smiles when they honoured Khloe, who threw a bash to celebrate her birthday in Lagos. Other celebrities that joined the reality TV stars at the birthday bash are Toke Makinwa, Dammy Krane, Noble Igwe, Beverly Osu, Sophie Alakija and Broda Shaggi. Obafemi Martins has spent millions of Naira purchasing a brand new car for Big…
Beyonce has got social media – most especially Twitter and Instagram – buzzing after she spotted a Toni Braxton look for Halloween. The multiple award winning singer shared the picture of herself spotting the same look as Toni Braxton on the cover of the legend’s single, ‘Another Sad Love Song,’ on her Instagram page on Tuesday, October 30, 2018. “Sending love and adoration to one of our talented legends. Thank you for the countless bops. Your tone, your beauty, your range, and your God-given talent is treasured. Loving you always. Have a Happy Halloween my Kings and Queens,” Beyonce wrote…
Rita Dominic is heartbroken as you read this. And this is as a result of the reports of the alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl, Ochanya Ogbaje, to death. ‘The Meeting’ actress expressed her sadness over the alleged rape incidence that has since caught the attention and sympathy of the Nigerian populace. In an Instagram post, the AMVCA winner said ‘callous doesn’t even begin to describe this dastardly act.’ The ’76’ star further said that it is sad that the system failed the late Ochanya Ogbaje and hopes the culprit will be brought to book. “This is heartbreaking.. callous doesn’t…