Border closure to prevent the spread of COVID-19 is unsustainable, WHO has said. The World Health Organization recently urged nations to adopt comprehensive strategies based on local knowledge of where the virus is spreading. According to Michael Ryan, WHO emergencies director, such measures cannot be kept up indefinitely, and are also only helpful when combined with a large range of other measures to detect and break chains of transmission. He added that keeping international borders sealed is not necessarily a sustainable strategy for the world’s economy, for the world’s poor, or for anybody else. His words, “Continuing to keep international…
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Popular Nollywood filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan has come out to pen a tribute to his father, Adeyemi Josiah Akano Afolayan who died in 1996. He recently thanked him for marrying many wives since it made it possible for him to be his son. His words, “I miss you, Baba mi, but thank you for marrying many wives because I would not have been privileged to be called your Son. I know he was finer so…dont rub it in ADEYEMI JOSIAH AKANO AFOLAYAN (1940-1996)” See photo,
Manchester United striker, Odion Ighalo has come out to say that he is happy with his club’s performances in the 2019-20 season. The Nigerian recently jumped on social media to revel in the success of Mufc after their UCL qualification. His brief words, “So proud of this team,” The forward, who joined Shanghai Shenhua from Chinese rivals Changchun Yatai February 2019, will hope to continue his impressive performances for the Red Devils in their pre-season games.
The National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, and the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN has blasted the killings in Southern Kaduna. The commission recently asked the State and Federal Government to be proactive about a lasting solution. According to the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Tony Ojukwu, the alleged invasion of Gora Gan village in Zango-Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State which led to the killing of no fewer than 10 persons, including a 7-year-old boy and the village head is annoying and devastating. He added that the main duty of government and its security agencies is to protect the…
Wife of NollywoodI’ll Live 100 Years Before I Think About Dying – Bob-Manuel’s Wife actor, Bob-Manuel Udokwu, Casandra Joseph Udokwu has come out to react to reports that she was dead years ago. She recently revealed that she and her kid have actually been struggling a lot as a result of her husband’s celebrity status. According to her, the fake death rumor in 2013 really devastated her family and she is currently tired of being the subject of fake news. Casandra added that she is not dead in any way and would even live 100 years before she thinks about dying. Her…
Manchester United boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has come out to say sealing UCL qualification is a wonderful achievement for the club. He recently revealed that everyone is happy to qualify for the competition and he is indeed very grateful to his players. According to him, UCL qualification means better opposition next year and big games, which is what his boys need. He added that finishing 3rd after some very bad results months ago is an outstanding feat. His words, “It’s a wonderful achievement by everyone. Today wasn’t a classic but that doesn’t matter, but we need to learn to win…
The leader of the Niger Delta Peoples Salvation Force, Asari Dokubo has come out to say that the alleged mismanagement of N18 billion by the Interim Management Committee (IMC) of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is mere pickpocketing. Dokubo recently revealed that the theft of the cash is nothing compared to what other alleged stolen funds in the nation. According to him, it is funny that everyone is focusing on the N81 billion being pick-pocketed from Niger Delta while our several monies that get carted away from the country have gone unnoticed. He added that it is unwise because…
Nollywood actress, Biodun Okeowo has come out to say that she never had it easy before becoming a movie star. Biodun recently revealed that she is happy that those who didn’t believe in her dream some years back now want to roll with her. According to her, she believes in hard work and not relenting despite the overwhelming hardship we face on a daily basis. She added that anyone opening fake accounts to advise her on social media should learn to use their time constructively. His words, “I believe in hard work. Keep grinding, one day the people that don’t…
Bayern Munich, Hansi Flick has come out to say that he hopes the club would be lucky to win the UCL this season. He recently revealed that winning the competition would be a cherry on top of an excellent season. According to him, he would not be carried away by the praise his team has been earning in the media because there are tough matches ahead. He added that it will not be easy to reach the UCL final even if his boys defeat Chelsea. His words, “We did what we had to do in winning the Bundesliga and the…
The Zamfara Police Command has stepped up security around the Emir of Shinkafi, Alhaji Muhammad Makwashi, to prevent the breakdown of law and order over the alleged disturbance. The command Public Relations Officer, SP Mohammed Shehu revealed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Gusau on Sunday. According to him, the emirate council found out that some people were planning to lead a demonstration within Shinkafi, so everything would be done to ensure it does not happen. He added that if anyone has any beef with another person or persons, there are established legal channels to take such…
Popular Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels has come out to flaunt her post-baby body. She disclosed this in a recent new clip that has surfaced online. According to her, she did not need any workout or surgery to achieve her current body and she is indeed very proud of herself. Her words, “Surgery for what? Surgery for? No surgery zone.” Regina Daniels welcomed a baby boy with her husband, Ned Nwoko in June.
Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard’s fall-out with Jurgen Klopp will do him a lot of good in the future, Harry Redknapp has said. Harry recently revealed that his nephew will definitely learn a whole lot from the experience. According to him, Lampard respects Klopp and he is sure that he would do everything possible to reconcile with the Liverpool boss. He added that it would do both of them good if they put the dispute behind them. His words, “Frank has been around professional football since he was a toddler. He doesn’t need advice from anyone, although I’ve lots of respect…
The Edo State Government has begged its residents to strictly adhere to set guidelines to contain the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in the state. This is coming after the death toll for the virus hit 77 in the state. According to the commissioner for Health, Dr. Patrick Okundia, the state has recorded 5 more COVID-19-related deaths and 37 new confirmed cases. He added that the government will keep ramping up efforts to win the war against the deadly virus. His words, “The confirmed cases were tested at the Irrua Specialist Hospital (ISTH) laboratory and the University of Benin…
Popular singer, Seunfunmi Stephen has come out to share the story of how her husband, Patrick Stephen, died during a crossfire between armed robbers and police officers in Lagos state. She recently revealed that she had to watch him die slowly when he was rushed to the hospital. According to her, it was a crazy experience because the deceased was an amazing human being who was close to being perfect. She added that she still has questions over his death because she is confused as to how robbers who took his life knew he was moving money and why he…
Manchester United defender, Harry Maguire has come out to say that he will not settle for a draw vs Leicester City today. He recently revealed that the team wants to win the game and it will be approached like every other match. According to him, Mufc is 3rd on the league table currently, so the players at the club will do everything to ensure it remains that way. He added that it is really important for the club to win the UCL because United should always be challenging for the biggest trophies. His words, “We won’t be going to Leicester…
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi has come out to say that Nigeria will overcome the COVID-19 pandemic. He recently revealed this while he played host to Osun devotees in his palace as the ancient city celebrated the Osun festival. According to him, even if the pandemic is still ravaging the country, Nigerians must keep observing laid down precautionary measures and avoid the circulation of fake news. He added that Nigerians should stop creating problems while the government is trying to solve the one at hand. His words, “Unlike the way we used to have it in Ife, we…
Popular music executive, Ubi Franklin has come out to share his experience of visiting the hospital amid the coronavirus pandemic. He recently revealed that he visited the clinic after the meal he ate left him stooling and weak. According to him, he was asked to wait outside until his result was out because our medical practitioners are currently suspicious of what everyone’s illness is. He added that it is sad that Nigerian hospitals are currently rejecting patients who clearly don’t have COVID-19. His words, “Yesterday I had, Breakfast – Cereal with sugar and milk Lunch – Nice Affang Dinner –…
Spurs coach, Jose Mourinho has come out to say that achieving home dominance like Liverpool is becoming increasingly hard because of the competitive EPL standards. He recently revealed that he feels Tottenham Hotspur Stadium can still become a fortress, but it would be very hard. According to him, the EPL is getting into a direction where these unbeaten records are tough to come by, so clubs have to adjust to the reality. He added that his recent results at his stadium have been amazing and he definitely wants it to continue. His words, “I think the Premier League is getting…
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has come out to beg the Senate President, Dr. Ahmad Lawan; and Speaker of House of Representatives, Mr. Femi Gbajabiamila to quickly publish all reports of completed public hearings and corruption probes by the National Assembly since the return of democracy in 1999. SERAP Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare recently revealed that the number and details of public hearings and corruption probes by the National Assembly that have resulted in any indictment of suspects have to be disclosed and the suspects must be named. According to him, the reports need to be sent to appropriate…
Nollywood veteran, Jude Chukwuka has come out to react to being gifted 1 million naira by Naira Marley. He recently revealed that Naira Marley has become his favorite artiste in recent times, so he enjoys singing his songs. According to him, he has no idea why the video of Mafo that he posted went viral because he only loves to help his contemporaries hear and understand what the young boys are doing. He added that he is grateful for the gesture from the singer to recognize him as a fan. His words, “I enjoy singing and in recent times, Naira…