Ex Nigeria President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has said Africa might suffer the most from the economic fall out of the pandemic if something is not done to improve agriculture in the region. Obasanjo recently said that Africa has so far escaped the worst health consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic but most of its citizens might be pushed into extreme poverty if urgent action is not taken. According to him, the people in rural areas are particularly vulnerable to the impacts of the crisis so the government must tackle food security across the nation to cater to the welfare of its people. He…
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Atletico Madrid youngster, Joao Felix has come out to say that he plans to win the UCL and the Ballon d’Or someday. Felix recently revealed that Kaka is his childhood idol becaue he managed in a single year what others strive for over their entire career. According to the ex Benfica player, he has a poster of the Brazilian in his room and the world will never see another player like him. Joao added that his career just started progressing but he considers himself a special player as well. His words, “What is my sporting dream? To win the Champions…
Nollywood actor, Femi Branch is a year older today. The movie star clocked 50 on May 14, 2020, and his fans have been celebrating him. To mark his special day, he flaunted amazing pictures of himself on Instagram. Check them out, LLNP.
Ex diplomat and ambassador, Dapo Fafowora has come out to say that President Buhari‘s new Chief of Staff, Ibrahim Gambari actually stepped on him to advance his own political career. Dapo recently revealed that he might never be able to understand how someone he helped so much turned round to betray him so blatantly. According to him, when career ambassadors were being suddenly retired, his name but initially not on the list, however, Gambari who was Foreign Minister at the time did everything possible to seal his retirement and even stopped picking his calls when he tried to know why. He…
Arsenal goalie, Bernd Leno has come out to say that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is the only Arsenal player who would slot in well in goal in case of emergency. Leno recently revealed that the Gabon international is one footbalker who has what it takes to don the goalkeeping gloves if the real goalie gets a red. According to him, Aubameyang makes decent saves after training in free-kick challenges and he actually flies very well. Leno added that if he was not goalkeeper, he would be a CB because he does not like running. His words, “I think it’s Auba,” “I don’t…
Nollywood actress, Juliana Olayode has come out to speak about sexual purity. The movie star recently revealed that even if she lost her virginity to her music teacher, the act has not stopped her from joining the sexual purity movement. According to her, she is presently in a relationship where she doesn’t have intercourse with her partner since intercourse should only be reserved for marriage. She added that she will continue to hold on to her beliefs and nothing will change her mind.
Ex-Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has aimed a dig at the President Muhammadu Buhari-led federal government over the slash of the 2020 budget by a mere 0.6 percent from ₦10.594 trillion to ₦10.523 trillion. Atiku believes that the sum is grossly insufficient and it betrays the fact that we have lost touch with the present realities in the global political economy. According to him, it is impossible for anyone to justify a reduction in expenditure by just 0.6%, especially now that both our production and the price of oil have been severely affected by the coronavirus pandemic to the point of us…
Virgil van Dijk is not the best defender the Premier League has ever seen, Steve Nicol has said. Nicol recently revealed that even if he has been a fine addition to Jurgen Klopp’s team, he is not the best CB to ever grace the league. According to him, VVD is only gaining everyone’s attention because he finally fixed a position Liverpool had problems with for so long, thereby making a huge difference on the pitch for the club. He added that the Holland international’s successful moments have been for a short while thus far, so he cannot be seen as…
Raymond Dokpesi Snr, the chairman and founder of Daar Communications, owners of AIT, has recovered from coronavirus. He recently came out to praise God for seeing his family through the trying period. His words, “I am exceptionally indebted to God Almighty for keeping and protecting me and my entire family all through our isolation at the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada Isolation Centre.” Congratz to him.
The leadership of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, IPMAN has hailed President Muhammadu Buhari on his appointment of Professor Ibrahim Gambari as his new Chief of Staff. In a recent message signed by its national President, Engineer Sanusi Fari, IPMAN, he said Gambari is a man of virtue and his appointment would aid the realization of President Buhari’s next level agenda as quickly as possible. According to him, IPMAN is pleased with the appointment because he has the required experience to sustain the achievements of Buhari’s government thus far. He then prayed to God Almighty to guide and guard Ibrahim…
Super Eagles legend, Joseph Yobo has come out to reveal why he rejected Juventus and Arsenal for Everton. Yobo recently revealed that he made that decision because David Moyes vowed to make him one of the best defenders in the world. According to him, making an impact alongside Okocha in a match vs Roy Keane caught Moyes’ eye and this eventually sealed his move to England and Everton. He added that the fact that Moyes was a young manager at the time and also an ex defender made the move a very attractive one for him at the time. His…
Popular reality star, Khloe Kardashian has refuted rumors that she is pregnant for her ex, Tristan Thompson. The popular celebrity recently came out to say that she is disgusted by the news and it is sad because those writing the nonsense actually know nothing about her. According to her, they have no idea what is going on with her uterus so they should keep quiet on the matter. She added this is the reason she tries as much as possible to stay away from the negativity on social media. Her words, “I don’t go on social platforms much these days AND this…
Zamfara State governor, Bello Matawalle has come out to say that his government spends over N456 million annually to provide free portable water to its residents. He revealed this today in Gusau while speaking to newsmen on the challenges facing his government. According to him, he cannot introduce any water tariff in the state since it will not go down well with the people and they might begin to feel he does not have their interest at heart. He added that it is also very hard to introduce taxes in Zamfara, unlike other states where there are several forms of…
Robert Lewandowski has urged Erling Haaland to ignore the recent transfer rumors and focus on his current club, Borussia Dortmund. Lewa recently revealed that Haaland has tremendous potential and there is still a lot of time for him to decide on transfers in the future. According to him, the young striker should keep working hard to be a better player and eventually reach the top level in football. He added that staying in Bundesliga before taking the next step will not be a bad idea for a player of his age. His words, “He has huge potential, but still has…
Spurs midfielder, Dele Alli has come out to speak after armed robbers stormed his home to steal and attack him. The England international simply appreciated everyone for their messages to support him during the trying period. According to him, it was a horrible experience but everything is better now. His words, “Thank you for all the messages. Horrible experience but we’re all okay now. Appreciate the support.” His home is covered by CCTV and the footage is currently with the police who are now investigating. We are happy for him.
Coronavirus might never go away, so populations around the world should be prepared to live with it, the World Health Organization, WHO has said. As nations across the globe begin to ease lockdown restrictions imposed to curb its spread, WHO recently came out to say that the virus might never be wiped out entirely. According to Michael Ryan, the WHO’s emergencies director, it is very hard to predict when the pandemic will be over since it might not go away just like the HIV disease that is still with us. He added that the world will have to come to terms with…
Bayern Munich striker, Robert Lewandowski has reacted to reports linking Leroy Sane to his club. Lewa welcomes the idea because he believes the German winger is a player that can solve a lot of problems in the team. According to the Polish forward, Sane is a great player with the kind of skill set that will sync well with Bayern players since he has already proven what he can do at Schalke. He added that he is happy to work with Klose at the club because he has the required experience and skills to help the Bundesliga team. His words,…
Popular singer, Davido is filled with gratitude as his daughter, Imade is set to clock a new age. The musician recently came out to celebrate his 2nd daughter ahead of her 5th birthday. According to him, the journey since fatherhood has been surreal for him and he has loved every moment since then. He then wrote about his undying love for his children.
The US Ambassador to Nigeria, Mary Berth Leonard has come out to say that the United States is firmly in solidarity with Nigeria to defeat the deadly coronavirus. She revealed this at a teleconference with journalists recently. According to her, Buhari was the first African Head of State that President Donald Trump spoke with when the pandemic started and the American government is ready to work with Nigeria to tackle the outbreak. He added that the world will have to succeed together because isolation of nations will not help anyone right now. Her words, “There is more in the pipeline, almost a…
Borussia Dortmund supporters should not gather outside Signal Iduna Park when the Bundesliga resumes against rivals, Schalke on Saturday, the city’s mayor Ullrich Sierau has said. Sierau recently revealed that football fans have to protect themselves and everyone else amid the pandemic so they should be seen nowhere close to the stadium. According to him, there is still a ban on contact in the city centre so football lovers should do everything possible to respect the restrictions during the coronavirus outbreak. He added that the old goal celebrations from Germans in restaurants and other places cannot continue as well because…