Eden Hazard has said he still dreams of playing for Real Madrid despite Zinedine Zidane having left his position as coach but added that “for the moment nobody has made me an offer.” Despite Zidane having been replaced by Julen Lopetegui, Hazard told beIN SPORTS his thinking had not really changed. “Does Real make me dream less without Zidane? Zidane is someone special, it’s true, but I think Real is everyone’s dream,” he said. “Zidane or no Zidane, the white jersey is special but the blue jersey [of Chelsea] suits me well so it does not bother me if I…
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The chairman of the Central Council of Muslims in Germany, Aiman Mazyek, has said that German FA (DFB) president Reinhard Grindel and Germany general manager Oliver Bierhoff should resign after their statements on Mesut Ozil after the team’s shock World Cup elimination. Ozil was embroiled in controversy ahead of the tournament when he and Germany teammate Ilkay Gundogan, both of Turkish origin, had their picture taken with Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan. While the DFB said in the buildup to the World Cup that the situation was not a problem, Grindel has since urged Ozil to explain his meeting with…
Yakubu Gowon has defended President Muhammadu Buhari against allegations that he’s tolerating the actions of killer herdsmen through his inaction. Gowon said it’s impossible that Buhari will encourage the killing of Nigerians as being alleged. “The Buhari I know will not be involved in such things. Certainly, no leader will encourage his people to be killed,” he said. Gowon also advocated that the perpetrators arrested in connection to the killings should be investigated and prosecuted in the state and not in Abuja as the military has suggested. “People arrested should be investigated and prosecuted in Jos where the crime was…
Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appealed to the people of Ekiti to vote for the party in Saturday’s governorship election. Tinubu said: “We thank the people of Ekiti for being kind and hospitable to us all along. We, the leaders of APC are here to greet Ekiti people and commend them for being tolerant to the maladministration of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) before the emergence of the APC at the Federal level and Ekiti, in particular. “We have had 16 years of maladministration, bad governance, misrule and series of complaints on our economy, education, non-development and several other segments…
Chief Olusegun Obasanjo made a surprise appearance at a political rally of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State on Monday, July 9, 2018. Supporters broke into wild jubilation when Obasanjo briefly appeared at the rally being held for Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu within the premises of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library. Obasanjo arrived at the rally in his Toyota jeep in a convoy of other cars and exchanged pleasantries with Adebutu who is reported to be his in-law. “I am just passing by and decided to say hello and wish you well,” Obasanjo told Adebutu before he left for…
Ayo Fayose of Ekiti state has said that he will stand up to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on July 14, 2018. He said “It is an abnormality to block the gates of the government house. “If they say I gave instruction to drivers unions to withdraw their services, let the APC give a counter-instruction to them if they are popular. “They (security agencies) blocked gates of the government house because they don’t want people to come in but you shamed them by still coming. “They brought them from Ondo, Kogi, Osun and other neighbouring states, they are all foreigners.…
Bola Tinubu has accused the People’s Democratic Party of being a party of destruction and tagged them the ‘Poverty Development Party’. He said, “We promised you almost four years ago that we’re coming for change and change we’re making. That change that we’ve been making is bothersome to the treasury looters. “They say prices are up. Yes, we’re not disputing that. We’re saying you’ve eaten the breakfast of your children. “They stole all the money, they are now talking about the exchange rate. Who stole the money? What do you have left in the treasury to exchange? PDP is a…
Ayodele Fayose has raised alarm over armed police officers blocking the entrance of the Government House, accusing them of shooting their firearms. The governor took to his Twitter account (@GovAyoFayose) on Wednesday, July 11, 2018, to accuse the All Progressives’ Congress (APC) of using the officers to intimidate his government ahead of the state’s July 14 gubernatorial election. He first tweeted, “This is the entrance to Ekiti Govt House now blocked by gun wielding mobile policemen. The plan is to prevent our victory walk slated for today but we will remain undeterred. Power of God and the people will prevail…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) flagbearer in the upcoming Ekiti state governorship election on Saturday, July 14, 2018, Kayode Fayemi has explained why he wants to be Governor again. Fayemi was Governor of Ekiti state from October 2010 – October 2014, and he was defeated by Governor Ayo Fayose. According to him, he wants to return to power so he can deliver the people of Ekiti from poverty. The former minister of solid minerals and steel development also said that Governor Fayose has impoverished Ekiti people. He also thanked the people of Ekiti state for coming out to welcome President…
Buhari was at the All Progressives Congress (APC) rally which held in Ekiti state on Tuesday, July 10, 2018. The rally was organised to rally support for the APC guber candidate in the July 14, 2018 Ekiti governorship election, Kayode Fayemi. “I am happy to be here in Ekiti State, and among the good people of Ekiti. Ekiti State people are dear to me. My earliest interactions with people of this State dates back several decades ago, and I have always found them to be very intelligent and honourable people. For those of us with a background in the military,…
Party leaders of the All Progressives’ Congress (APC), including President Muhammadu Buhari, were left in fits of laughter when Minister of Labour, Chris Ngige, hilariously goofed and urged Ekiti State voters to re-elect state governor, Ayodele Fayose, in the state’s July 14 gubernatorial election. Fayose, a member of the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) will not be contesting in the election as he approaches the end of his second term as governor, but that did not stop Ngige from urging voters to bring him back because he’s done well for the state. He said, “Mr President, the leaders of our…
Muhammadu Buhari has urged residents of Ekiti State to reclaim their future by voting for Dr Kayode Fayemi in its July 14 gubernatorial election. He said Fayemi’s political experience, both as the state’s former governor and a federal minister, will translate into development for the state if he’s elected. He said, “I therefore call on Ekiti people, don’t allow yourself to be insulted by stomach infrastructure. Your future and the future of the upcoming generations are in your own hands today. Vote for APC and grow beyond stomach infrastructure. “The time has come to correct historical injustice and restore Ekiti…
Born Omololu Adetokunbo Shomuyiwa, the ex-Big Brother Naija 2018 contestant has grown to be a toast of many during and after his time in the house. His poise, class and attitude made him a man to reckon with and this, undoubtedly, encouraged MisKay Men, Partick Slim and Mia Atafo to style him. In this interview with Tosin Clegg, he talks about his time in Big Brother Naija house, his career before then, future plans and a lot more. That is making a very conscious effort to be successful. Lolu is pretty much that guy you call at 2a.m. and ask…
By now it should come as no surprise that the internet is a savage when it comes to turning photos of celebrities into memes. After poking fun at Jay-Z’s awkward jet-ski photo, and a tropical storm called Hurricane Chris, Twitter has now turned Cardi B’s childhood photo into a tattle-telling meme. The photo, which features a young Cardi B standing with her hand on her hip, has inspired fans to create jokes about bad kids and children with smart mouths. “My momma said y’all have to play with me,” reads one meme. “My momma said your daddy ain’t in college,…
Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has taken to social media to cry out after she spotted an outrageously edited photo of herself online. The beautiful mother and wife of a pilot who was evidently not finding it funny, shared the hilarious photo which she captioned; “’ I mean , Who did this? What’s wrong with you people? “ In a push to boost diversity, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is among the new members invited to join the group behind the Oscars film awards. The reports had been received by many Nigerians with shock and excitement as though the actress has never received the award up…
“Yesterday” a longstanding record from The Beatles felt the sting of a “Scorpion.” Drake’s “Scorpion” album set a record by posting seven simultaneous singles on Billboards Top 10. That toppled The Beatles record of five singles set in 1964. Billboard notes the band remains “the only act to monopolize the Hot 100’s entire top five in a week.” Drake’s rankings are as follows: “Nice for What” at No. 1; “Nonstop” at No. 2; “God’s Plan” at No. 4; “In My Feelings” at No. 6; “I’m Upset” at No. 7; “Emotionless” at No. 8; and “Don’t Matter to Me,” featuring Michael…
Wanna Thompson is a 26-year-old hip-hop fan who has opinions, just like everybody else, on her favourite artists and upcoming acts in the genre. She runs her own blog that focuses on music, culture, and lifestyle and she freelances for publications of the same vibe. One day Wanna hopped on Twitter and sent out a tweet that has effectively changed her life when she tweeted about Nicki Minaj saying the following: “You know how dope it would be if Nicki put out mature content? No silly. Just reflecting on past relationships, being a boss, hardships, etc. She’s touching 40 soon,…
Yemi Alade has stated that she is at the same level as the likes of Wizkid and Davido and anyone who thinks otherwise can go ask the show promoters who have all the numbers. In an Interview on Hot 98.3 Fm, Yemi Alade spoke on a number of topics ranging from happenings in the country, adjusting to stardom and comparisons within the music industry. The Mama Africa first came to prominence when she emerged winner of the Peak Talent Show in 2009, but she really hit the limelights with the release of Johnny in 2013, which elevated her into a…
Rihanna was recently spotted chilling with her boyfriend but it looked like they were having a fight. According to reports the couple while on holiday at Puerto Vallarta, Mexico where spotted having a heated argument. In the photos shared online, Rihanna is seen pointing her fingers at her billionaire boyfriend, Hassan Jameel. Hassan, 29, was pictured explaining something to the Grammy winner and defensively gestured towards his chest as Rihanna pointed her finger in his direction. Obviously, there is trouble in paradise and it is not clear what these guys were arguing about. It would be recalled that in June…
Chinedu Ikedieze has added another feather to his cap as he has been honoured as a distinguished visitor to the city of Miami, Florida. The actor shared photos from the ceremony which took place in Miami, Florida on his Instagram page on Monday, July 9, 2018. He was full of thanks to the Mayor of Miami for bestowing on him the prestigious title. “WHEN THE WORLD BELIEVED IN YOU “Believe in yourself also! Have faith in your abilities! Without a humble but reasonable confidence in your own powers you cannot be successful or happy “- Norman Vincent Peale. From the…