Nollywood actress, Toni Tones has come out to drop her 2 cents on the bride price culture in Nigeria. In a recent tweet, she simply revealed that bride price should be abolished because women are not supposed to be sold. Her brief words, “Scrap bride price culture. Women are not property to be and sold.”
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The candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for the 2020 Governorship Election in Edo State, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu has come out to assure party members and residents of the state of all-inclusive governance if he is elected. He revealed this while receiving leaders of Edo Central Senatorial District who paid him a congratulatory visit at his Campaign Office over his resounding victory in the party primaries today. According to him, he would focus on infrastructure and human capital development across all senatorial districts of the state if the people vote him in. He then urged leaders to increase their efforts…
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Thomas Partey should join Manchester United, Louis Saha has said. Saha recently revealed that he would love to see the Gabonese forward boost the attacking force in Solskjaer’s team. According to him, Arsenal fans may not like it, but Auba would do extremely well at Old Trafford because he suits the the kind of striker needed at the club perfectly. He added that Partey would also do well at the English club, but if he would be able to displace McTominay, Fred and Matic remains to be seen. His words, “Arsenal fans may not like this, but…
Popular singer, 2baba Idibia has just been appointed as a UNHCR ambassador. The good news was recently shared on social media by his manager, Efe Omorogbe. According to Efe, it is a well-deserved recognition for his unwavering commitment and tireless work towards the welfare of forcefully displaced persons across Africa and the globe. He added that God will grant the singer more ability to do more. He wrote, “Congrats @official2baba. Well deserved recognition for your unwavering commitment and tireless work towards the welfare of forcefully displaced persons across Africa and the globe. May God grant you the grace and ability to do…
Popular techpreneur, Mr. Joel Popoola has begged telecommunication operators in Nigeria to offer free internet access to aid virtual learning amid the coronavirus lockdown on schools. In a recent statement, he revealed that this is the best time for telecom operators to make learning simpler for Nigerian pupils. According to him, several less privileged kids are currently left behind because they have no access to remote-learning, and that is not good for the future of our country. He added that telecoms operators must quickly bridge the digital divide for the betterment of our tomorrow. His words, “No doubt, the coronavirus…
Zinedine Zidane has come out to say that Eden Hazard and Vinicius Junior can play in the same Real Madrid team. He recently revealed that the fact that both players playing in the same position does not mean featuring the two of them at the same time is impossible. According to him, Vinicius is still young, so he knows he has a lot to learn tactically to be ready for regular football at Real Madrid. He added that the youngster played well in the last La Liga game and it shows that the club’s future is bright. His words, “I…
Popular singer, Peter Okoye has come out to say he wishes his father was alive. The singer simply revealed that he wishes that was the case because he needs to know why he looks like US musician, Usher Raymond. His words, “We need to settle this matter? But my dad is late #OKOYEvsRAYMOND.” LOL
The Nigerian Union of Journalists, NUJ, Ughelli Correspondents chapter, Delta State has come out to blast the Governor Ifeanyi Okowa led administration, accusing him of failing to tackle the increasing insecurity in the state. NUJ recently revealed that the shutting down of major wards in the Ughelli Central Hospital in Ughelli North local government area of the state over COVID-19 scare is a wrong move, as it has led to the death of several Deltans in the state. According to the journalists, a POS operator who was shot at Ekuigbo-Ughelli also left the world as a result of excessive bleeding…
Atletico Madrid has not lost faith in Joao Felix, Diego Simeone has said. The Argentine manager recently revealed that he sees the youngster evolving as he gets older. According to him, Joao only needs more experience to be a more decisive footballer and he sees him achieving that very soon. He added that the club has always valued the youngster’s talent because he has all the important attributes that can make or break a game. His words, “He is a different player, but we have always valued his talent as we have seen him in training and matches,” “Surely, when…
Nollywood actress, Etinosa Idemudia has come out to blast ladies who cut off the fathers of their children and claim sole ownership. The movie star recently revealed that these women should desist from the habit of calling themselves single mothers while the father is willing to assist. According to her, women that do that are not only punishing themselves, they are also punishing the innocent kids. She added that it is super wicked, callous, and manipulative for these women to share the same tag with the real single mothers who were actually abandoned. His words, “If you use your hands…
The Nigeria Police Force has come out to say that the reports that some officers sealed up the National secretariat of the All Progressives Congress, APC are not true. In a recent statement by DCP Frank Mba, Force PRO, revealed that the officer that were present at the secretariat were ordered by the Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Adamu, to maintain law and order, inside and around APC National Secretariat. According to him, no one went there to seal anything and the officers were only at the location to keep things peaceful. He added that it is their duty to…
Chelsea player, Christian Pulisic has to start offering more than shirt sale value, Craig Burley has said. Craig recently revealed that Frank Lampard is currently under pressure to deliver on Roman Abramovich’s expectations at the club, so all his players must be more involved. According to him, no footballer is guaranteed a regular role for the Blues going forward and all players have to fight for a spot to make Chelsea title challengers again. He added that Abramovich has been spending recently, so he would definitely expect results from the team. His words, “Anyone who thinks they are going to…
Davido‘s brother, Adewale Adeleke has come out to debunk rumors about the singer’s breakup with Chioma. He recently revealed that Davido and Chioma are still very much together in a new video. His brief words, “You people, Yes, they are still together.” What do you think?
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) is set to partner with indigenous scientists in the development of drugs or vaccines against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Nigeria. Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, NAFDAC Director-General revealed this in a recent statement. According to her, NAFDAC’s interventions would aid documentation of such initiatives for global recording as potential vaccines or drugs that is in process or safety testing. She added that even if it would be an amazing achievement if Nigeria can develop her own coronavirus vaccine, certain guidelines have to be followed. Her words, “It will be a…
Phil Foden is a very special player, Owen Hargreaves has said. Owen believes the English youngster has the potential to reach the level of David Silva in future. According to him, he would definitely flourish at City and he would go on to be one of Premier League’s hottest prospects if he continues playing like he is currently. He added that Foden should worry about looking at anybody else’s game because he has a bright career ahead of him. His words, “I don’t think there is a better player you can learn from than David Silva,” “Kevin De Bruyne is…
Popular rapper, Lil Wayne is loving life with his new girlfriend, Denise Bidot. The famous lyricist recently jumped on Instagram to flaunt a stunning bikini photo of the Savage X Fenty plus-size model chilling in the pool. His words, “His love.” See the photo, Stunning.
Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State has come out to say that APC will take Edo State back from Governor Godwin Obaseki who recently joined PDP. Gov. Yahaya recently revealed that being an incumbent governor is no guarantee of victory for the governor because current leaders like GEJ have lost their positions before. According to him, APC is a solid party so misunderstandings are normal among its members, but that will not stop the gathering from achieving its aim of taking over governance in Nigeria. He added that APC remains strong, not divided, despite the several conflicts. His words, “Our party…
Gareth Bale does not look like he cares about playing for the Real Madrid team, Jorge Valdano has said. Jorge recently revealed that it is understandable because Zinedine Zidane looks like he has ruled out the Welshman for the foreseeable future. According to him, Zidane needs all of his players involved for this La Liga season, but it does not appear like he sees Bale as part of his squad for the important games. He added that a coach will know when a player wants to play for the team and Bale is not giving that vibe. His words, “Zidane…
Popular singer, Rema has come out to declare his love for Burnaboy. The singer recently revealed that he connects with Burna because he loves his success story. According to him, he has been listening to him from days back and he likes the fact that he overcame his battles successfully. He added that Burna Boy’s music journey has been very inspiring for upcoming artistes.
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP has come out to say that the demolition of the Nigeria Embassy in Ghana shows how President Muhammadu Buhari and the All Progressives Congress, APC has damaged Nigeria’s respect and honour. Its spokesman, Kola Ologbondiyan revealed this via a recent statement. According to him, the disgraceful situation in Ghana has proven the poor rating of the Buhari Presidency by other countries, and this has affected our pride as a country. He added that it is shameful to see how Buhari has failed to meaningfully engage other world leaders on diplomatic issues. His words, “The PDP describes as…