The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related offence Commission (ICPC) has come out to say that it has treated more than 20,000 petitions since its establishment 20 years ago. This was revealed as the Commission’s office in Osogbo presented prizes to Students who emerged among the best five in its National Essay competition to mark its 20th Anniversary. According to the State Commissioner, Baba Alaro Shuaib, who spoke on behalf of the commission’s Chairman, Professor Bolaji Owasanoye, more than 5000 of the petition have been investigated while over 1000 cases were at different stages of trials in courts across Nigeria.…
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Nollywood actress, Stephanie Linus has been recognized for her role in inspiring improved personal and community hygiene with an appointment from the Federal Government as the National OPS-WASH Ambassador. The movie star was recently appointed yesterday by the Honourable Minister of Water Resources Engr. Suleiman H. Adamu at a special decoration ceremony in Abuja. This appointment is the highest form of recognition given by OPS-WASH (Organized Private Sector in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) to any member of the private sector. Mrs. Linus then promised to use her role to challenge Nigerians to make good hygiene a culture in the country.…
Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has come out to say that it is not his job to keep fringe players happy at the club. He recently revealed that he is not bothered about his squad being disappointed about lack of playing time. According to him, these players should be happy when Mufc wins since he would keep selecting players that can do the job on the pitch. He added that he believes in his players and he trusts them to be fit and ready when called upon. His words, “You know, players are happy when they win well and…
Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has come out to say that Godwin Obaseki will not leave Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, after winning a second term in last Saturday’s governorship election on the party’s platform. He recently revealed that it is impossible for him to make such a move because PDP made him actualize his vision and mission. According to him, Obaseki has consistently said he is not quitting the party anytime soon, and if he does, the people of Edo State will not be happy. He added that APC is not a political party and it is only a gathering…
Famous publisher, Betty Irabor has come out to write about submission in marriages. She recently revealed that no woman will submit to a man who thinks his wife owes him submission. According to her, ladies tend to naturally submit to a man who cares for them and also submits to them as well. She added that no woman will submit to a bully who thinks his wife owes him submission. have
Frank Lampard will be judged as a Chelsea manager this year, Carlton Cole has said. Cole recently revealed that the summer of big spending has ramped up pressure on the Blues boss. According to him, Lampard has been a very good morale-boosting manager for his boys and now is the time to crown his efforts with trophies. He added that he is hoping this season will be good one for Chelsea and the legendary player. His words, “Lamps is a very good morale-boosting manager for his teams. “I think he has a good support network around him obviously with Jody…
Oyo State governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2019 elections, Chief Adebayo Adelabu has come out to say that no governor should flaunt payment of salary of workers as achievements. He revealed this while speaking with newsmen in Ibadan as part of activities marking his 50th birthday. According to him, payment of salaries of workers is done via statutory allocations that states across the country receive on monthly basis. He added that no state needs a governor before salary is paid so it should never be an achievement for any governor. His words, “No state needs…
Popular music executive, Tunji “Tee Billz” Balogun has jumped on social media to brag his past relationships. He recently revealed that none of his exes have been able to replace him since they broke up. His words, “None of my ex have been able to replace me! That’s God’s flex #LibraGang.” Tiwa Savage is Teebillz’s ex.
Juventus are having more fun under Andrea Pirlo compared to when Maurizio Sarri was around, Aaron Ramsey has said. Ramsey recently revealed that that the mood in the dressing room has changed since Pirlo was appointed. According to him, Pirlo offers new ideas and staff and the players are looking forward to a full season under him. He added that even if the training sessions have been difficult under the Italian, it has still been a joyful one. His words, “We have a new coach, a new staff, new ideas and the players are very involved in this,” “I think…
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiala has come out to address Nigeria’s worsening insecurity problems. The Speaker recently had his say in a press statement signed by his Special Advisor on Media and Publicity, Mr. Lanre Lasiso. According to him, the 3 arms of government must take all necessary actions to end the insecurity issues Nigeria is battling as it is disrupting the lives of several citizens. He added that National security is generally understood to be the preserve of the executive arm of government, but that is not true, as co-operation between all arms of…
Ex-Big Brother Africa winner, Dillish Mattews has come out to share why she broke up with Emmanuel Adebayor. Dillish Mattews simply revealed that she did that because the footballer was humiliating her on the internet. According to her, no cheating happened from both parties and she just could not stand the things he was doing on social media. See what she wrote, What do you think?
Croatia midfielder, Ivan Rakitic has come out to say that Manuel Neuer was the difference between Bayern Munich and Sevilla in the Super Cup. Bayern Munich player, Javi Martinez sealed the victory on the night and Ivan has come to praise the German goalie. According to him, it was a disappointing loss for Sevilla, but it is football, and the players must be proud of their perfomance. He added that Neuer saved 2 amazing chances and Sevilla ended up being wasteful on the night. His words, “It’s disappointing but that’s football,” “We saw tonight how important Neuer is for them.…
Ex-Minister for State (Education), Olorogun Kenneth Gbagi has come out to say that he never stripped anybody naked at his hotel, as seen in trending videos and photos online. He recently revealed that it was the handiwork of political detractors and the people involved were having sex among themselves when a fight broke out among them. According to him, none of those people lined up in the video are a staff of GKO Properties or any organization associated with his person. He added that the main issue is still the theft at the hotel and statements have been written that…
Popular singer, Peter Okoye has come out to celebrate his footballer son, Cameron on his 12th birthday. Also celebrating the young man, Bernard Collignon, a FIFA license agent commented that he wants him to join the football body in the future Reacting, Peter simply revealed that his retirement plan is currently becoming a reality. He added that nothing else gives a parent more joy than seeing top footballing persons recognize their kid’s talent. Peter had this to say, “What else can give a parent more joy than seeing @laliga and @bernardcollignon a Top FIFA licensed agent recognizing the Talented @cameronokoye10…
Liverpool manager, Jurgen Klopp has come out to hail the club’s youngsters for their exceptional attitude during the recent 7-2 victory vs Lincoln. He recently revealed that the young ones will always be given the opportunity to wear the shirt and show they are. According to him, even if Lincoln deserved their two goals, Liverpool youngsters played really good football alongside an exceptional attitude. He added that even if conceding goals easily was a problem on the night, such struggles are expected in a game like that. His words, “They deserved their two goals. “We played a really good football…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has come out to say that it is working hard to guarantee the early opening of polls and declaration of results during Nigerian elections. INEC recently revealed that this is the plan ahead of the Oct. 10 governorship election in Ondo State. According to Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, INEC Chairman, the commission would pay particular attention to places that have difficult terrains, as regards the deployment of materials early and delivering results in time. He added that the citizens must be aware that INEC is also permitted to seek the support of the military in…
Popular journalist, Dele Momodu has come out to say that disqualified BBNaija lockdown housemate, Erica Nlewedim has united Africa more than the African Union has done in many years. He revealed this on his Instagram page recently and Nigerians have been reacting. His words, “A toast to AFRICAN UNITY… @ericanlewedim has reunited AFRICA in few weeks more than the AFRICAN UNION in many years…” See what he shared, What do you think?
Arsenal striker, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has come out to say that he rejected some amazing opportunities to extend his stay at the club. Aubameyang recently hailed Arteta and the club’s supporters for helping him make up his mind. According to him, Arteta has brought a lot of positivity to the team and his philosophy has helped the club a lot. He added that he is being treated well at Arsenal and he feels at home in North London. His words, “Two things persuaded me to stay,” “The first thing was Mikel Arteta, because since he came in he brings a lot…
The wife of ex-Minister of Aviation and chieftain of the main opposition party in Nigeria, PDP, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, Mrs. Regina Fani-Kayode has come out to say that her husband has never abused her in their 23 years of marriage. She revealed this in a recent telephone interview with a media company. According to her, the allegations that Fani-Kayode had one time abused her which purportedly led to breaking up with FFK are all false because there has never been an issue of domestic violence with him. She added that Femi Fani-Kayode is a warm, kind, generous, gentle, intelligent, and…
Popular disc jockey, DJ Cuppy has come out to react to Neo washing his love interest, Vee’s pants on the BBNaija reality show. DJ Cuppy simply wrote that everyone should wash his or her pant themselves. Her words, “Please EVERY person should wash their OWN pant themselves! #FreeCuppy” LOL.