The All Progressives Congress, APC has come out to congratulate Nigerians ahead of June 12, the occasion of the 2020 Democracy Day. APC revealed this in a recent statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu today. According to him, declaring June 12 as Nigeria’s Democracy Day has cemented President Muhammadu Buhari as a true and genuinely democratic leader. He added that Buhari displayed political will in recognizing and appreciating the sacrifices of many Nigerians in the enthronement of democracy in our nation. His words, “President Buhari displayed political will in recognising and appreciating the sacrifices of many Nigerians in…
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Ex Chelsea defender, Glen Johnson has begged his former club to keep pursuing Leicester City player, Ben Chilwell. Glen Johnson recently revealed that Chilwell is definitely an improvement on Alonso at left-back. According to him, he is a huge fan of Chilwell because he loves the way he carries himself and he will surely be the type of player Lampard would connect with. He added that Ben is the type of left-back Chelsea has been crying out for in a long while so they cannot miss this opportunity. His words, “I’ve said many times I am a fan of Chilwell.…
Nigerian producer, Samklef has come out to react to Hushpuppi’s alleged arrest. Samklef recently revealed that no one should be under pressure to prove a point to others after making money. According to him, the same people such people pose for will mock them as soon as things go south. He added that if anyone knows his or her hustle is not tight, it is always best to stay off social media. His words, “If u know ur hustle no tight stay off social media don’t play yourself trying to prove a point to people…cause they will laff @ you…
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP has asked for transparency in the spending of recovered Abacha loot instead of focusing on the looted funds. This is according to the recent words from SERAP’s Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare. According to him, transparency is key in the recovery of all government funds, not just the one Sani Abacha stole. He added that the citizens also have the right to ensure that Abacha loot is not mismanaged or re-stolen. His words, “There is no doubt that Nigeria’s former dictator, Sani Abacha, stole about $5 billion of our commonwealth, according to Transparency International and…
Current Super Eagles assistant coach, Joseph Yobo has come out to describe late Shuaibu Amodu as Nigeria’s liberator during rocky times. Yobo recently revealed that the deceased was simply the country’s rescuer whenever it found itself in a tight corner. According to him, he was also a man with experience, technical capacity and man-management skills and this made him always end up as a saviour once called upon. He added that his death was devastating and it was a more terrible experience because he just finished mourning Keshi. His words, “He was Nigeria’s go-to when there was a problem. When…
Nollywood celebrities have come out to react to the recently released National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) 6th Broadcast Code which takes away their exclusive right to contents they created. Reacting, Mary Remmy Njoku, the Director-General of ROK Studios recently revealed that even if NBC claimed it is trying to protect local broadcasters, the fresh policy will take away their negotiating power as the agency seeks to be one to negotiate how much they will sell their content even if they are losing money. According to Uche Jombo, NBC is attempting to make things more difficult for them despite not creating enabling…
The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN has begged the House of Representatives to abandon any plans on the Control of Infectious Diseases Bill (2020). CAN recently revealed that sanctioning such a bill will surely trigger anarchy, disorder, and insecurity. According to CAN’s General Secretary, Barr. Joseph Daramola, the bill is unfriendly and anti-people plus it surely restricts fundamental rights and freedom via forced vaccination and quarantining of persons at NCDC. He added that it would be disastrous if the bill is allowed to stand. His words, “We have independently studied the Bill and observed that if passed for implementation; it shall trigger…
Ex AS Roma midfielder, Ahmed Apimah Barusso has come out to say that Michael Essien inspired him to reach the elite stage. Barusso recently revealed that his ex coaches always told him to take notes on Essien’s performance to become a better player and it helped him greatly. According to him, he learnt a lot from the Ghanaian midfielder since Michael Essien was a very great player at the time and they played similar position. He added that he had no choice but to see Essien as a role model and it benefited his career in the end. His words,…
Denola Adepetun a.k.a Denola Grey has come out to talk about his past battles of anxiety and how he overcame it. He recently revealed that he started suffering anxiety from a young age and this anxiety developed into depression. According to him, bullying triggered his depression and the bullies even went as far as calling him Barbie for two years. He added that he started to think he wasn’t worth much amid all the bullying until he began to stand up for himself. His words, “It got really bad in 2010. I was in Texas.” “Because for me, Nigeria represented…
President Muhammadu Buhari is set to address Nigerians on June 12, a day now known as Democracy Day in the country. This was recently revealed in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Chief Femi Adesina in Abuja on Thursday. According to him, the broadcast will happen around 7am so TV stations across the country should do everything possible to hook up to the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority and Radio Nigeria respectively. He added that June 12 is a memorable day in our history so we deserve to hear from our president.…
Ex-City and England manager, Sven-Goran Eriksson has come out to beg Raheem Sterling and Kevin De Bruyne to stay at Manchester City and resist the temptation of Real Madrid. Sven recently revealed that even if both players can choose their own destiny, they must know that they are already playing at the highest level in domestic club football. According to him, they should also consider the fact that not too many people watch Spanish football while the Premier League is undoubtedly the best league in the world. He added that it would be disastrous if Pep quits Man City before…
Popular singer, Charly Boy recently clocked 70 and he surely has a lot to be grateful for. The popular activist recently revealed some of his achievements he is very proud of on social media. According to him, the fact that he is a father to 9 kids and 16 grandchildren makes him feel absolutely fulfilled. He added that he is currently thankful for his blessings, including his health, spiritual alertness, and heritage. His words, “Counting my blessings. My Family, my children, my health, my spiritual alertness, my pedigree & heritage, my late parents, my spiritual guardian, the beauty of my…
The Edo State Government has come out to say that it will not stop punishing those who violate the laid down regulations to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Communication Strategy, Mr. Crusoe Osagie revealed this in a recent statement. According to him, the government does not plan to stop prioritizing thehealth and safety of Edo people amid the pandemic. He added that the state governor, Godwin Obaseki is charged with the duty of protecting the lives and property of Edo and he’ll keep performing above expectations. His words, “Governor Godwin Obaseki is…
Chelsea will be Premier League title challengers for 2020-21 if they sign Timo Werner after signing Hakim Ziyech, Shaun Wright-Phillips has said. Wright-Phillips recently revealed that Werner’s goals and Ziyech’s flair will be enough for the London club to fight to win the EPL. According to him, Lampard has done amazingly well since he took over and he just needs a mix of maturity and young talent to completely thrive as a manager. She added that signing the right players will take him one step closer to pushing Man City and Liverpool. His words, “I think Lamps has done tremendously…
British rapper, Stormzy has come out to pledge £10 million over the next 10 years to organizations fighting for racial equality and social justice in the UK. The popular lyricist recently revealed this in a statement via his #Merky company. According to him, it is sad that black people in the UK have been at a constant disadvantage in every aspect of life just because of their skin color. He added that Black people have been playing on an uneven field for far too long so he’ll keep trying to even things out. His words, “The uncomfortable truth that our…
President Muhammadu Buhari has come out to warn West African leaders under the umbrella of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS to avoid laxity in the battle against the coronavirus pandemic. Buhari recently revealed that the virus is yet to reach its peak in the sub-region so leaders must do everything possible to curb its spread. According to him, the fast intervention made to the West African Health Organisation (WAHO) and the Africa Centre for Disease Control by the Jack Ma Foundation is very commendable and praiseworthy. He added that support so far received from development partners such…
Tottenham defender, Toby Alderweireld has come out to urge opponents that his club is fit and raring to go after the coronavirus pandemic. Toby recently came out to say that the pandemic did not reduce the intensity of the players in training at all. According to him, the squad have prepared in the best way possible because no player saw the lockdown as an holiday. He added that Tottenham is mentally and physically ready for EPL restart. His words, “I think we have prepared ourselves in the best way possible,” “People think because we were in lockdown, we were on…
Popular singer, Terry G has voiced out his support for Hushpuppi after reports of his arrest. Terry G recently revealed that no one is clean so we should all pray for the young man even if he is guilty. His words, “None of us is clean nor perfect, all we pray is for God to bo our asiri… pray for him.” What do you think?
The Senior Pastor of Mountain of Holy Ghost Intervention Deliverance Ministry, Prophet Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere has urged FG to delist IPOB as a terrorist group. Prophet Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere believes that it is better for the Federal government to dialogue with their leaders and resolve the matter on ground peacefully. According to him, it is better for the government to alter its approach in addressing the agitation of IPOB because the Biafra agitation is a genuine outcome of the neglect and marginalization of the southeast geo-political zone. He added that the persistent arrest and imprisonment of the members of the group will only escalate…
Liverpool goalie, Loris Karius has come out to say that half the Premier League were chasing him before his move to Manchester City several years ago. Karius recently revealed that despite having a lot of offers from various clubs, City were the ones who went out of their way to help him, so he decided to sign for them. According to him, the Blues showed him a concrete plan and it was fascinating for a player of his age, therefore he did not think twice. He added that even if he now plays for Liverpool, City remains a club that…