A financial expert, Mrs. Lolade Adesola has come out to say that Nigerians must be smart about their spending amind the coronavirus outbreak. Lolade believes this is the time for us to be indoors and block all leakages and wastage of money since it can affect employers of labour in the long run. According to him, the private sector might want to downsize if the situation worsens, which is why everyone must think wisely at this point. He added that Nigerians should conserve whatever they have now because things could get worse with the virus. Her words, “Let’s be indoor…
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Popular Ghanaian footballer, Asamoah Gyan has called on celebrities to give back to the society in the fight against the coronavirus. The virus has infected over 435,382 persons worldwide, claiming 19,620 lives. According to him, the virus situation is getting serious and it is best for everyone to take precautions, stay at home, use their hand sanitizers. He added that the poor masses need the celebrities right now and it is their duty to show their support and join in the fight to end the virus once and for all. His words, “About what is going on right now in…
US singer and songwriter, Jackson Browne has tested positive for coronavirus. The 71-year-old singer shared this news recently but revealed that he has only “pretty mild” symptoms right now. According to him, he self-quarantined immediately he started noticing small cough here and there and a high temperature but he is currently recovering at his Los Angeles home. He added that he currently regrets travelling to New York for the Love Rocks show at the Beacon because staying at home would’ve kept him and everyone else around him safe. His words, “My symptoms are really pretty mild, so I don’t require…
The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi has come out to urge everyone that attended the African Magic Viewers’ Choice Award (AMVCA) held on March 14 in Lagos to self-isolate because they might have been exposed to COVID-19 infection. Akin revealed this today through his Twitter handle in Lagos. According to him, one of the attendees has tested positive and he is currently a confirmed case of COVID-19 in Nigeria. He begged those that attended to also reach out to the ministry’s Toll-Free line, 08000corona, if they notice any of the COVID-19 related symptoms. Abayomi added that Lagos…
Manchester United’s plans to sign Harry Kane might end in disappointment because of Jose Mourinho, Rio Ferdinand has said. Rio believes it is, however, a transfer any United fan will dream of because Kane guarantees goals in the EPL. According to him, the fact that Harry is a born goalscorer is the reason Mourinho cannot afford to let him go at this time since his team is lacking goals currently. He added that it will be hard for Jose to sanction a move that will affect his team greatly. His words, “Would I take Harry Kane now? Of course you…
Popular producer, Don Jazzy has blasted the Nigerian government. The music guru revealed that the country is currently facing the consequence of failing to build standard hospitals when they had the chance. According to him, their failure has been further exposed with their inability to travel at this time since other countries are cautious about who they let in. He added that this should be a wake-up call to our government to do something about the health industry, else, it might spell doom for us all. What do you think?
The Buhari Media Organisation (BMO) has come out to say that the trial of former Head of Service of the Federation, Mrs. Winifred Oyo-Ita has shown that President Muhammadu Buhari is committed to fighting against corruption without bias. BMO Chairman, Mr. Niyi Akinsiju, revealed this in a recent statement in Abuja on Tuesday. According to him, the trial has shown that Buhari’s government is not just interested in probing past PDP politicians to imprison them but to abolish corruption entirely no matter who the culprit is. He added that it has also shown that Buhari is not playing to the gallery in…
Sadio Mane will join Real Madrid in the near future, Mohamed Sissoko has said. Sissoko believes Mane has the characteristics to succeed at Santiago Bernabeu and he expects him to leave the Reds before his teammate, Salah. According to him, he is not sure if Salah would ever leave Liverpool, but if that happens, it might be good news for the club and they would know how to replace him. He added that it was a shame tp see Lfc dumped out of the UCL even if the real aim is to win the EPL. His words, No, I think…
Nollywood actress, Uche Elendu has blasted Hilda Dokubo for suggesting that pastors should prove their spirituality now by healing coronavirus patients. Hilda had written, “Can all the pastors who are convinced that they have supernatural powers to heal go to the hospitals and lay hands on those infected? So this virus can go back to where it came from and we can return to our normal lives.” Responding to the statement, Elendu revealed that her request is cringe-worthy because Jesus Christ never went from hospital to hospital to heal people. She added that people should refrain from mocking the scriptures and…
Major Nigeria Carrier, Air Peace has come out to say that it did not transport a passenger suspected of being infected with Coronavirus on its Lagos-Kano flight on Tuesday. The airline’s Chief Operating Officer, Mrs. Toyin Olajide revealed this today. According to her, the suspicious case was only of a 13-year-old boy, accompanied by his parents, who was flying for the first time and immediately suffered flight phobia by vomiting while the aircraft was airborne. She added that calling it coronavirus is simply false information and the airline actually screens passengers for COVID-19 before boarding them. Her words, “He was…
The EPL season should be stopped and started afresh in the next season, ex England manager, Sam Allardyce has said. Sam believes it is very difficult to finish the season with everything that has been happening in the world in recent weeks. According to him, the situation has been sad for several teams and Liverpool will have to cope with the present reality since lives will always come first. He added that everyone should remain in their homes to be safe during this scary period. His words, “I’ve got a big fear that we should stop the season and look…
The Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN) has come out to reveal the steps they have taken to curb the spread of coronavirus in the country. The TAMPAN president, Bolaji Amusan recently revealed that every actor and actress have been warned to stop the shooting of Nollywood movies from now on in adherence to the social distancing rule from the government. According to him, this should happen from March 27 to April 17. He added that anyone who disobeys the order would be immediately kicked out of TAMPAN once caught. What do you think?
The Senate has come out to say that no senator in the 9th Senate has tested positive of Coronavirus, COVID-19. Chairman, Senate Committee on Health, Senator Ibrahim Oloriegbe revealed that any report saying otherwise is false because it is just not true. According to him, the Nigerian Center for Disease Control (NCDC) and security operatives at the airports have confirmed that no lawmaker opted not to be subjected to COVID-19 test. He added that there has been no form of handshaking in the Senate for a week now and they even want FG to expand the testing criteria beyond what…
English goalkeeper, Dean Henderson should remain at Sheffield United for now while David de Gea stays in goal for Manchester United, Paul Ince has said. Paul believes Dean has been excellent this season and his loan spell at Sheffield has been a massive success. According to him, Henderson must be happy playing football week in, week out so it is best to continue playing where he is since he won’t get the same game time at Man Utd. He added that if his parent club had a plan for him, Ole would not have given De Gea a five-year contract.…
Popular Rhythm FM OAP, Toke Makinwa, who hosted the red carpet at the March 14th AMVCA alongside Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, has come out to say that she has been self-isolating after the event. This is coming after the Lagos state government asked everyone that attended the award ceremony to self-isolate as an attendee of the award ceremony has tested positive. Reacting, Toke revealed that she has been doing just that and she hopes everyone else is safe out there. Makinwa added that she and her team members are currently hydrating, staying healthy, exercising, washing their hands and monitoring each other. Her…
Ex Nigerian Vice President, Abubakar Atiku has prayed for Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari, who recently tested positive for COVID-19. Atiku simply shared that his thoughts and prayers are with Abba and he hopes that he will get well soon. His words, “My thoughts and prayers are with Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari. Allah ya kare mu gabaki daya, kuma ya bashi lafiya. -AA.” What do you think?
Xabi Alonso begged for a move to Arsenal instead of Real Madrid when he was about to leave Liverpool, ex Chelsea midfielder, Fabregas has said. Fabregas revealed that he spoke with the Spaniard the entire summer and he was very interested in the move only for him to end up in Real Madrid. According to him, he saw Xabi as an amazing addition for the Gunners at the time and the deal failing to materialize was very frustrating. He added that Alonso, at the time, was simply a player made for Arsenal but it was not meant to be. His…
President Buhari‘s daughter, Zahra has jumped on social media to react to the coronavirus outbreak which is currently ravaging most nations across the globe. Zahra revealed that the virus is simply the earth’s way of cleansing itself and its inhabitants. According to her, the fact that her father tested negative for coronavirus while his Chief of Staff Abba Kyari tested positive is also karma. She added that karma is the most patient gangster ever. See what she wrote, What do you think?
Cross River state governor, Prof Ben Ayade has come out to say that every entry point into the state by land, Sea, and air has been locked down amid the coronavirus outbreak. Ben Ayade revealed that henceforth, access to Cross River state will only be by thorough screening regime and nothing else. He shared this in a recent press release signed by his Special Adviser, Media & Publicity, Mr Christian Ita. He added that the Local Government Council elections scheduled to hold on Saturday, March 28, 2020 have also been suspended indefinitely. It read, “In view of the reality of…
Nollywood actress, Beverly Naya has reacted to the current stay-at-home advice to Nigerians to reduce the spread of coronavirus in the nation. Beverly revealed that the citizens are currently being asked to take a lot of personal responsibility for preventing the spread of #COVID19 but things could be easier. According to her, the Federal Government has to step up and declare work-free days to encourage people to remain indoors. She added that if that is not done, it will be difficult for the government to be obeyed. Her words, “Nigerians are being asked to take a lot of personal responsibility for…