Former Real Madrid player, Mutiu Adepoju has come out to hail the late Green Eagles legend, Rasheed Yekini on his 8th-year remembrance. Mutiu recently jumped on social media to write that Yekini’s greatness is so huge that we still reminisce over his exploits in the beautiful game several years later. According to him, Rashidi Yekini was always the player to make magic happen anytime the team felt confused or defeated during games. He added that he will never forget the legend and he is sure that Nigerians will always remember him too. His words, “In loving memory of Rasheed Yekini.…
Author: David Folami
UK journalist, Piers Morgan has announced that he plans to temporarily step back from presenting ITV’s flagship morning show, Good Morning Britain after battling coronavirus symptoms. His recent tweet read, “On medical advice, and out of an abundance of caution for a mild symptom that arose in past 48hrs, I’ve had a test for COVID-19 and so won’t be working on GMB until I get the result back, which should be tomorrow.” Ben Shephard and Susanna Reidare now set to replace Pier Morgan’s as the host of Good Morning Britain in his absence. This is coming after Morgan ended his…
President Muhammadu Buhari has come out to mourn late Nigerian Minister of Employment and Labour, Mohammed Ben Omar. Speaking recently via a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu, Buhari extended heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Niger Republic and the family of the deceased. According to him, Mohammed was “a highly endowed and dedicated politician who gave his best for the progress, prosperity and socio-economic development of his country.” He then prayed for God Almighty to comfort the family of the late Minister and grant the soul of the departed eternal rest. R.I.P.
Ex-Manchester United midfielder, Ravel Morrison has come out to say that he would change many things about his time at Old Trafford if he could. Ravel recently revealed that he understood where Rooney was coming from when he said he was not disciplined enough because he actually skipped training sessions on a regular basis. According to him, he is also angry that he could not do more with his career but all hope is not lost because he is still playing football. He added that he did not struggle with the pressure on him as he did not feel any…
Instagram users have blasted Naomi Campbell for condemning an almost naked woman who connected to DJ Khaled’s Instagram Live video to twerk. Reacting to the clip, Naomi simply wrote, “Come on woman. Where is your self-respect. SMH.” Shortly after, several users slammed the model for her own behaviors, saying she has done worse than the lady so she should not be judging. Some other users, however, backed Naomi, saying she was right about the self-respect part since DJ Khaled is married.
Ex-Minister of Finance and erstwhile Managing Director of the World Bank, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has come out to predict hard times and global recession when the coronavirus pandemic is over. She recently came out to say that it is going to be a difficult 2020 and 2021 but we can all pull through if nations across the world unite as one. According to her, if nations do not practice nationalism, populism, reaching out to their peoples only, we will have substantial resources to tackle the pandemic and help those who do not have enough. She added that she can see…
Tottenham coach, Jose Mourinho has come out to admit that he is missing football amid the pandemic. He, however, revealed that he cannot be selfish and yearn for the return of the game because it might be too soon. According to him, he misses the world he knew before too and he hopes everyone can stay healthy and safe in their respective homes. He added that if the FA decides for the EPL to be played behind closed doors, it will never feel empty because millions of fans all over the world will still be watching the game at home.…
Popular music director and producer, Clarence Peters has just been detained by the Lagos state police command over the death of dancer and video vixen, Kodak. Reports had earlier circulated that she died while charging her phone at Clarence’s apartment in Omole Estate, Lagos state, but things have taken a new turn. The spokesperson of the state police command, Bala Elkana recently came out to say that the director has been detained and is being questioned as investigation for a possible murder goes on to resolve the case. He added that the police is not concluding yet but it is…
Lagos, Ogun, and Federal Capital Territory, FCT last week, members of the Peoples Democratic Party Caucus in the House of Representatives have warned President Buhari to immediately rescind the decision to ease the lockdown in the country. The caucus recently revealed that opening the economy without bothering about having the right precautionary measures in place for the citizens will only trigger the spread of the virus. According to the leader of the Caucus, Rep. Kingsley Chinda, human life is obviously not taken seriously by the president, else, such a decision would not have crossed his mind. He added that it is very…
Juventus midfielder, Blaise Matuidi has come out to reveal the mental struggle he battled when he was infected with coronavirus. Matuidi recently revealed that he really panicked when he tested positive because it was a scary reality. According to him, he was speechless when his result was given to him by the doctor and it was tough for his mother but he eventually found a way to reassure her that everything would be fine. He added that it is a delicate time for football and he just hopes the pandemic would fade away very soon. His words, “We’re in good…
Ex-Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode has come out to blast Bill and Melinda Gates over their comments on the coronavirus pandemic. FFK recently revealed that he is certain that the Gates of hell shall not prevail amid the pandemic. According to him, the amount of cash, power, influence, demonic, satanic and occultic forces Bill Gates and his wife Melinda are in charge of does not matter because their plans will still not be fulfilled during the outbreak. His words, “The Bible says “the GATES of hell shall not prevail!”. Bill & Melinda, no matter how much money, power and influence…
Nigeria’s Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo has come out to say that Nigeria and Nigerians will come out of COVID-19 pandemic stronger. He revealed this during his interaction at the 2020 edition of ‘The Platform’ themed “Nigeria’s battle against COVID-19”. According to him, we will all survive the outbreak and be better for it because of our resilience as a nation and the challenges we have overcome in the past. He added that as for the economy, by ramping up agriculture, especially smallholder agriculture and improving the value chain, especially in storage and processing facilities, more jobs will be created…
Liverpool striker, Divock Origi has come out to say that his football has been improving despite his limited game time at Liverpool. The Belgium international recently came out to declare that he has no intention to leave and wants to continue working with Jurgen Klopp. According to him, the manager has given him enough space to develop himself and he plans to keep getting better at Anfield. He added that he is a better footballer than last year and it is a pity that the season ended abruptly due to the coronavirus pandemic. His words, “I am a better player…
Popular singer, Brymo Olawale has come out to say that most musicians in the country cannot sing, write or perform. He recently revealed that he cannot even name the culprits because he does not 99% of the artistes in the country by name. According to him, the artists Nigerian love the most cannot even perform live on stage to save their lives. He added that it is sad but it has become the norm.
The Ogun State Government has come out to say that there will be no movement for Lagos workers who live in the state on Monday. The State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun revealed this recently as part of the state’s latest lockdown guidelines. According to him, there will be a total ban on inter-state movement and the use of face masks would become mandatory for everyone in public places henceforth. He added that every school in Ogun State will remain closed while the students continue with their digital lessons. His words, “All schools remain closed, while students will continue with their…
RB Leipzig forward, Timo Werner should think deeply about if quitting his current club would be worth it right now, Ralf Rangnick has said. Ralf believes the fact that he might limit his playing time by deciding to move is one reason he must give his decision some major thought. According to him, Werner has been developing just fine in the Bundesliga, especially in terms of his strike rate so he would be very happy if the German stayed at Leipzig. He, however, added that he is sure that RB Leipzig can replace him easily if Timo decides it is…
Popular singer, Davido is tired of being compared to Wizkid. This is coming after Wizkid FC blasted his recent collaboration news with Nicki Minaj. Reacting, the singer simply wrote that this is why he loves Wizkid but dislikes his fans. What do you think?
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has come out to say that the people who showed up the burial of the late Chief of Staff to the President, Malam Abba Kyari, have now completed their 14 days of isolation and have tested negative for COVID-19. Acting Secretary Health and Human Services Secretariat, FCTA, Dr. Muhammed Kawu recently revealed that they have since been set free to reunite with their family. His words, “The Health and Human Services Secretariat of the FCT Administration, is happy to announce that the individuals exposed during the burial of late Chief of staff to the…
Cameroon forward, Stephane Bahoken has come out to say that there is still time to wrap up the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifiers and proceed with plans to stage the tournament in January next year. Stephane recently came out to say that those who organise the competition are paid good money to find solutions to such problems so they should earn their money and avoid any postponement. According to him, palying AFCON in June might sound like a good idea but it might clash with Euro which will affect its ratings. He added that since football is expected…
Popular singer, Johnny Drille has jumped on social media to talk about how people decide to waste their time in relationships. Johnny Drille has no idea why anyone would date a guy or a lady despite knowing they have no future with them. According to him, no one deserves to have their time wasted in a relationship unless it is mutual. He added people can call him old fashioned but he sees no point in such relationships. His words, “What’s the point in dating someone if you don’t see a future with them? Call me old fashioned but I don’t…