Chelsea coach, Frank Lampard has come out to address the transfer rumors surrounding Kai Havertz and Jorginho. He recently revealed that he is not bothered about that at the moment in time because the current season is still on. According to Lampard, he is totally concentrating on his upcoming matches and the players who are presently at his disposal to secure the needed victories after 90 minutes. He added that every talk about next season is completely irrelevant right now because this is not the time for such discussions. His words, “Unfortunately it’s another answer from me, that that is…
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The House Committee on Basic Education and Services has come out to say that it is wrong for the 2020 West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) to be canceled in Nigeria. The Chairman of the committee, Prof. Julius Ihonvbere (APC-Edo) revealed this today in a recent statement. According to him, the Minister never informed Nigerians if the position was in line with the stance other West African leaders and educational bodies have taken amid the pandemic. He added that the sudden policy reversal is bad for Nigeria and it will only create more confusion in the educational sector. His…
Popular singer, Banky W has jumped on social media to blast the practice of child marriage in Nigeria. The politician recently revealed that those doing it under the guise of religion should stop it asap. According to him, if Mecca can raise the consent age to 18 then Nigeria has no excuse to persist with the horrible act. He added that it is high time we did away with ancient beliefs that are nothing but bad news for our kids. His words, “Some Nigerians try to hide behind religion as the reason why they should be allowed to marry children.”
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola has come out to say that he is at fault for Bernardo Silva’s dip in form this season. Pep recently revealed that the Portuguese is one of the most unique footballers he has ever managed in his career. According to him, the good form of Foden and Mahrez also contributed to him being dropped but he has never stopped admiring and respecting the ex Monaco forward. He added that the relationship they both have is very special and nothing will ever change that. His words, “That’s true maybe he didn’t play as much as last…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has come out to say that 102 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in 28 states in Nigeria currently fall within highly probable flood risk areas in 2020. AVM Muhammadu Mohammed, the Director-General of NEMA revealed this at a recent news conference on the agency’s plan for the ‘2020 Flood Preparedness, Mitigation and Response’ today. According to him, fortunately, the 397 other LGAs that are left fall within the low probable flood risk areas and should have no issues during heavy rainfall. He added that NEMA has taken some steps to ensure preparedness measures are taken…
Inter Milan defender, Victor Moses has jumped in social media to flaunt his new look. This is coming after the Nigerian player chopped off his trademark dreadlocks. See the pic he shared, Sharp.
Manchester United’s front three are closing in on Liverpool’s attack, Gary Neville has said. Neville recently revealed that even if Liverpool forwards are still ahead, Mufc attackers are getting close to being better than them. According to him, even if Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane are currently matured and established, what United currently have up front also have the required talent and ability to rule in England. He added that these are exciting times for Manchester United and he expects fans to be amazed at what the players can achieve together. His words, “Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino and…
The Lagos State Government has urged residents to take responsibility amid the coronavirus pandemic. The state recently said Lagosians can do this by wearing face masks in public places to reduce the spread of the deadly virus. According to Prof. Akin Abayomi, the State Commissioner for Health, the residents should keep washing their hands regularly while maintaining physical distancing to reduce the spread of the virus, because that is the only way to remain safe. He added that ending community spread of #COVID-19 begins with every Lagosian. His words, “Stopping community spread of #COVID-19 begins with you. Staying alive and…
Former BBNaija housemate, Jackye is currently reconsidering her stance on feminism. This is coming after women blasted and body-shamed her for wearing a revealing outfit at the BBNaija Reunion show. According to her, it is sad that women love to bring other women down and it is obvious that our ladies hate to see other ladies grow. She added that she now understands why women are secondary in a world they ought to rule. His words, “After last night, I’ve come to the conclusion that, some women only fight for what’s convenient and not what’s right hence the reason we lose every…
Jordan Henderson is out for the season, Jurgen Klopp has confirmed. The Reds manager recently came out to reveal that the English international has a knee injury. According to him, there is no surgery needed so that is good news but he will not play again for the rest of this season. He added that Hendo is a quick healer so he expects him to be back with the team for the start of next season. His words, “It is the best possible of all the bad news. It is a knee injury, but there is no surgery needed. “He…
Ex chairman of the University of Lagos chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Dr. Laja Odukoya has said a sexual harassment bill recently passed by the Senate is completely unfair to teachers and lecturers in Nigeria. He revealed this during a recent interview on Channels TV. According to him, ASUU is already against any form of sexual offenses and always educates its members to not compromise their roles as teachers, so there was no reason to make partial laws on the matter. He added that the bill is also discriminatory and targets a specific set of people…
Nollywood actress, Linda Ejiofor Suleiman and her husband, Ibrahim Suleiman are parents. The movie star recently welcomed their first child, a boy and they are super excited. See photos, Recall that the couple got married in November 2018.
Lille forward, Victor Osimhen has come out to say that he really wants to win the UCL. He recently revealed that winning the Champions League has to happen at some point in his career. According to him, he also wants to play in one of the most important clubs in the world and win something with the Super Eagles before he retires. He added that there are several strikers he loves Drogba is a player he considers an idol even if they are different kinds of strikers. His words, “Among the aspirations I have for my career is to play…
The Media Women Forum has come out to describe the Sexual Harassment Bill recently passed by the Senate as a welcome development. The forum recently revealed that the bill would prevent sexual harassment and exploitation of female students by lecturers in Nigerian universities. According to Mrs. Toro Ladipo, a member of the forum, even if she would have loved to see the bill expanded to accommodate other levels of education and other places where women experience sexual harassment, it is a timely decision that should be commended. She added that the National Assembly should focus on other gender-related bills, especially…
US rapper, Kanye West has come out to express his complete commitment to his interest in the 2020 US presidential elections. Kanye recently revealed that he is actually in the race to win the elections, not just participate. According to him, he is not trying to cut the chances of Trump’s opponent, Joe Biden, and it is simply a personal decision he has been thinking about for a long time. He added that winning is everything he lives for and the presidential race will not be different. His words, “Like anything I have ever done in my life, I am…
Everton coach, Carlo Ancelotti has come out to react to a potential reunion with James Rodriguez at Goodison Park. Ancelotti recently revealed that the midfielder will most likely remain at Real Madrid for at least one more year. According to him, he likes James as a player because they both played at Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, but the reports linking him to Everton are totally false. He, however, added that Everton will sign good players that will improve the character and personality of the team in the summer. His words, “James Rodriguez? I like him a lot as a…
Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Chief Timipre Sylva has come out to say that FG never promised to keep the price of petrol permanently low. In a recent statement in Abuja, Timipre revealed that the federal government simply decided that it was unrealistic to continue with the burden of subsidizing PMS annually. According to him, this is a necessary step taken by a responsible government in the overall interest of Nigerians, so people should stop complaining. He added that it was important to free up that investment space so that what happened in the banking sector, the aviation sector…
Famous media personality, Derenle Edun has come out to hail some BBNaija ex-housemates. He recently hyped reality stars Mercy and Kim Oprah by saying they are strong women. According to her, they are women who will lift and build others and they deserve to be praised for it. He added that the world needs people like them because they are very special. His words, “The world needs STRONG WOMEN;Women who will lift and build others, who show love and be loved.Women who stand up for themselves & still stand up for the TRUTH!Women of Indomitable Will! THE WORLD NEEDS @real_mercyeke & @_kimoprah.”
Manchester City attacker, Raheem Sterling is only inferior to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo right now, Joleon Lescott has said. Lescott recently revealed that the Englishman has to be regarded as one of the top wide players or forwards in the game because he contributes a whole lot to the EPL. According to him, Sterling deserves respect because he can play in different positions and still have an admirable impact during games. He added that Sterling has taken himself to the top tier class of players now and he will not stop performing anytime soon. His words, “Raheem has taken…
Governor Oyetola’s infrastructure vision is meant to guarantee the prosperity of Osun State, works commissioner, Omowaiye has said. He recently revealed that asides the continuation of the legacy projects of the immediate past government, Oyetola keeps doing what will aid the fast economic development of the state. According to him, in the last 18 months, the governor has touched several aspects of the infrastructure needs of the people and he intends to keep it up. He added that as of June 2020, various roads had been completed and Oyetola remains committed to fixing more of the damaged roads in the…