Arsenal forward, Bukayo Saka has come out to reveal that he wants to follow the footsteps of club legend, Thierry Henry. He recently revealed that he used to watch the Frenchman score goals for the team and his mindset was just so elite. According to him, Henry was super passionate for the club and he did all he could to win with Arsenal. He added that he wants to emulate his career because Henry was an inspiration to him when he was much younger. His words on Aubameyang, “In the academy we got tickets to watch [the first team] and…
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Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi has come out to say that the Abuja -Kaduna rail service would resume on July 29 despite the on-going Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. He revealed this while he test ran the new coaches recently deployed on the route on Saturday. According to the MD, Nigeria Railway Corporation(NRC), Fidet Okhiria, everything is ready and it is only a matter of reaching out to the essential staff in the station to get the job started. He added that the fare will be different from the former once the work is completed even if it would depend on the…
Popular rapper, Naira Marley has come out to say that it is wise for a guy to start a business for a girl he likes. Most of his male fans did not agree, however, as they feel it would be a very wrong move. The female fans partially supported it since it would end the “expecting and not giving” attitude from too many ladies in the country. What do you think?
Arsenal forward, Bukayo Saka has come out to say that he is very proud of his Nigerian heritage. He, however, revealed that he is yet to decide on his international future amid rumors surrounding it. According to him, it is a tough decision and he intends to keep his head down till he decides. He added that playing for Arsenal at a very young age has given him so much confidence and he is grateful to Mikel Arteta. His words, “It’s a tough choice. I’m happy to have represented England at youth level but I’m also proud of my Nigerian…
Governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, Eyitayo Jegede (SAN) has come out to warn against rigging of the October 10 governorship election in the state. Eyitayo recently revealed that the people of the state would resist any plan to rig the polls. According to him, the repeat of the 2016 experience will not be allowed to happen so anyone thinking about it should shove such thoughts aside. He added that Ondo State is not a conquered people or territory, so no cheating would be tolerated during the election. His words, “Ondo State is not a…
Popular singer, Tiwa Savage has come out to say that she wants an international music collaboration soon. She recently revealed her interest to work on a track with Rihanna. According to Tiwa, her fans should tag the Barbadian singer on social media until she sees her plea and acts on it. Her brief words, “Na Rihanna ooo, make we tag her. Maybe she go answer us @rihanna pls na.” “Yoo what if we make it trend and she hears us. #RihannaXTiwa that would be sick yooo … oya my people wake up o hashtag #RihannaXTiwa.”
Manchester City midfielder, David Silva has come out to say that his team-mates at the club have made his EPL journey a memorable one. David recently revealed that he has always tried to do his absolute best to succeed in Manchester and he is happy that it happened via hardwork and quality teammates. According to him, looking back on everything he has achieved, he never imagined in his wildest dreams that things would turn out this way. He added that he never dreamt of this success as a youngster and he is very grateful for the opportunity given to him…
Osun State Governor, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola has come out to mourn with Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq over the demise of his father, Alhaji AbdulGaniyu Folorunsho Abdulrazaq (SAN). He revealed this via a recent statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Ismail Omipidan. According to him, the family of the deceased should take solace in the fact that the late AGF Abdulrazaq lived a fulfilled and memorable life. He added that AGF Abdulrazaq was an accomplished lawyer, a distinguished public servant, loving father, community leader, elder statesman, and a devout Muslim. His words, “Dear Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, accept my deepest condolences over…
Popular comedian, Okey Bakassi has come out to celebrate his daughter, Chidera, on her 18th birthday. He recently jumped on social media to hail his baby girl with sweet words. His words, “Daddy’s little girl of yesteryear is legally an adult. Happy 18th birthday my darling daughter, Chidera. You came into our family and opened a new beautiful chapter. I’m proud of the intelligent, focused, hardworking, beautiful lady you’ve grown into. May God continue to pave your pathways with success. I love you Dereee!” See photo, LLNP.
Bayern Munich legend, Oliver Kahn has come out to say that Manuel Neuer will still be number one despite the arrival of highly-rated Alexander Nubel at the Allianz Arena. Kahn recently revealed that he has spoken to Alexander Nubel and joining the German giant is a very big move, but Neuer is still the main man. According to him, it might take Nubel a year or two to take over from Manuel Neuer, who is absolutely the No.1 at the moment. He added that Manuel’s several important saves actually contributed to the club winning the Bundesliga for the eighth time…
The Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security in Osun State, Hon Adedayo Adewole has come out to say that Governor Adegboyega Oyetola’s administration is not focused on achieving short term goals of massive food production and security in the state. He recently revealed that Gov. Oyetola is also looking to revitalize the agriculture value chain for the greater benefits to the Osun State. According to him, the governor wants to tap into the several opportunities in the agricultural processing sector to aid the development of the sector. He added that by so doing, the initiative will engender further growth while…
Popular celebrity and Tonto Dikeh’s ex, Olakunle Churchill has come out to celebrate his friend, Rosy Meurer. He recently hailed her while writing on the importance of loyalty in business and personal life. His words, “Loyalty is important in both business and our personal lives” See the photo he shared, Cute.
Manchester United are currently more robust as a team after a sluggish start to the 2019-20 campaign, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said. He recently revealed that the Red Devils have been been the 3rd best team in the EPL for a long time. According to him, the fact that a win or draw against fellow top-four hopefuls, Leicester will make Mufc clinch UCL football is a sign that his boys have made tremendous progress this season. He added that he would keep developing the team and improving his players because he knows that this is not the end of the…
Ex-Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to sack the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Godswill Akpabio. He recently revealed that the President also has to dismiss the acting Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Kemebradikumo Pondei to prove to the citizens that he is against corruption. According to him, Akpabio and Pondei have been celebrating the success of their National Assembly drama with hot pepper soup and the president cannot continue to treat looting of public treasury as a family affair. He added that if PMB keeps the likes of Akpabio and Prof Pondei…
Popular singer, Joel is currently mourning his father. He recently revealed that his dad died during a shootout by herdsmen in Kaduna. According to him, his mother and sisters cannot even speak to him on the phone after the tragic incident. He then added that El Rufai needs to do more to curb the state of terrorism in Kaduna state. His words, “It’s just been confirmed that my lovely dad is dead-shot by herdsmen and my mom and sisters can’t even talk to me on phone please tag @elrufai he needs to know that he is not doing enough to…
Kylian Mbappe does not have an ankle ligament damage, PSG has said. The club, however, revealed that he could still be unavailable for the team’s Champions League campaign. According to Atlanta coach, Gasperini, he is really sorry for the youngster and he hopes the injury is not serious. He added that Atlanta is not looking to win due to the misfortunes of others and he actually wants to win against PSG’s best players. His words, “I’m sorry for him, I didn’t know,” “Mbappe is a great guy, I hope it’s not serious. “We don’t want to win due to the…
Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has come out to say that the contagious COVID-19 pandemic is no stumbling block or barrier to the development of the state. He disclosed this during project inspection of Dangi flyover, Sheikh Qariballah Sheikh Nasuru Kabara flyover, and Kofar Mata flyover, recently. According to him, Kano State’s Master Plan has been reviewed to suit the modern times, so the state’s growth economically cannot be affected by the outbreak. He added that even if the world is affected by the outbreak, it would not be a stumbling block between the state and its needed development.…
Ex BBNaija housemate, Alex Asogwa has come out to write about the true meaning of beauty. She recently revealed that beauty should never just be about appearance, but about what is on the inside. According to her, beauty should only be there to top on a nice personality that the housemates already have. She added that some so-called beautiful people have mouth odour, ugly hearts, body odour, criminal minds and so on, so a good housemate should never be judged on a pretty face. Her words, “Beauty should never be just about looks. That one is just there to be the topping…
Crystal Palace boss, Roy Hodgson has come out to say that Wilfried Zaha would relish a move away from the club. Zaha recently revealed that the winger is very eager to find greener pastures after he was denied a move last season. According to Roy, Wilfried is a very valuable and the club appreciates his value, but he has always made it clear that he wants a new challenge. He added that if the amount is right, Palace will eventually have to let him leave after giving good service to the club for a period of time. His words, “That’s…
The Chairman, Center for Institutions Reforms in Nigeria, CIRN, Lai Omotola has come out to say that the act establishing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC is due for amendment. He recently revealed that a new structure is urgently needed for the 15-year-old commission to work properly and fulfill its mandate. According to him, the EFCC being infused with the police is very challenging since the commission has grown to the level where it should be making use of its own officers trained at its academy. He added that EFCC should be run the same way the Nigerian Customs Service, Nigerian…