Basketball legend, LeBron James has reacted to the concerns about the deadly coronavirus spreading across the world. This is coming after NBA sent a memo to all 30 teams about the need to be ready for possibly playing games behind closed doors with only essential staff present because of the deadly virus. NBA insider, Shams Charania had this to say, “The NBA has sent a memo to its franchises explaining that, due to coronavirus outbreak, teams should be preparing to play games without fans in attendance and identifying “essential staff” present for these games – should it be necessary.” Responding,…
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Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta is happy with the club’s improvement under him even if he believes the ship needs to turn a few more times for his main targets to be met. Arteta revealed that the change he wants at the club will not happen overnight even if there are several positives to take from his first eight to nine weeks as Arsenal manager. According to him, benching Lacazette is simply because he has two strikers who are making life very difficult for him. He added that VAR made him happy this happen by allowing Lacazette’s goal to stand. His…
WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus has begged every nation to make containment of COVID-19 their highest priority. Dr. Tedros disclosed that women have been playing an important role in the response to COVID-19 and lots of ladies have been leading the reponse in WHO. According to him, we are close to reaching 100,000 confirmed cases worldwide as cases have only been increasing. He added that we can only defeat the virus if we are united. His words, “Women are also playing a vital role in the response to COVID-19 and we’re proud to have many amazing women leading our response…
Twitter CEO, Jack Dorsey has canceled plans to relocate to Africa for up to six months this year. The social media genius recently revealed at an investor conference sponsored by Morgan Stanley that his tweets about moving to the continent were a mistake. According to him, he said what he said because he sees room for tech innovation in Africa since the continent will be the most populated in the next 20-30 years but plans have changed with the COVID-19 outbreak. He, however, added that he would keep pursuing opportunities in Africa. His words, “When I tweeted about my intention…
Manchester United manager, Phil Jones deserved to be given a big billing when he first joined the club, ex team-mate Chris Samba has said. Chris believes the massive potential he showed as a young player has only been hampered by his unfortunate injuries since that time. According to him, injuries change everything and he has not been lucky with them throughout his career. He added that Jones was a different player when he signed for Mufc and he really progressed as a player in 2 his first years. His words, “Definitely. The names that he was put with in the…
Chairman, Edo State Sports Commission and member of the Local Organising Committee, Dudu Orumen has come out to speak about the Edo 2020 National Sports Festival. Dudu revealed that the state was very ready and they are only working on certain cleanups here and there to put finishing touches to the work that has already been done. According to him, logistics is ready and new buses, big, medium and small buses have been provided for the seamless movement of athletes, officials, and tourists when the tournament starts. He added that there are more than 300 registered, quality hotels and Obaseki…
Nollywood actress, Ruth Kadiri has shared her aspiration for the future with her fans on social media. Ruth believes she would one day in the future, become the richest actress in Nollywood. Her words, “Someday, I Ruth Kadiri Ezerika will be the richest actress in Nollywood.” Some of her colleagues replied, hailing her for her faithful wish. Belinda Efah wrote, “Amen and you know that you and I will be billionaire friends” Ugezu added, “You did not define the richness my dear. Is it richest in money? That one na wahala ooooo” What do you think?
Arsenal striker, Alexandre Lacazette is happy to give Mikel Arteta a big headache after coming off the bench to net the match-winner in a derby date vs West Ham. Lacazette revealed that he was pleased to score for the team because everyone worked hard for the victory in the hard game. According to him, he keeps struggling to make the first team but he is very glad to score again today to give the coach something to think about. He added that he wants to keep playing well so Arsenal can continue winning. His words, “I’m happy to score for…
Deputy President of the Senate, Ovie Omo-Agege, is celebrating Yemi Osinbajo at 63. Omo-Agege believes the Vice President is one of the prime figures driving the APC and President Muhammadu Buhari’s change agenda. According to him, the robust stature of Yemi, his intellectual presence and his pragmatic actions in the area of public sector reforms has contributed to the development of the country. He added that the VP has led the upliftment of the masses via our people-focused agenda. His words, “Our Vice President, Professor Oluyemi Oluleke Osinbajo, GCON, was a remarkable Commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General credited with undertaking…
Popular Nollywood actor, Bolanle Ninalowo is celebrating his daughter on her birthday. His little girl, Aliyah marked her 14th birthday today and the movie star cannot contain his joy. Flaunting several pictures of his baby, he expressed his love for his daughter. See what he shared, HBD to her. LLNP.
Liverpool player, Mohamed Salah has hailed Liverpool’s personality after the Reds’ recent victory vs Bournemouth on Saturday. Salah revealed that the players showed their personality after conceding the first goal by reacting and winning the game. According to him, Liverpool must keep going for the next 3 vital games and the remaining matches this season. He added that his goalscoring form is good and he intends to score more to help the team. His words, “Today we showed our personality after [going] 1-0 down, so we had to react to that and I think we did well and we got…
Director-General, National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye has urged Nigerian youths to develop entrepreneurial skills to decrease unemployment in the country. In a recent statement by the News Agency of Nigeria on Saturday, Prof. Mojisola revealed this at the 4th Annual Lecture and Matriculation ceremony of Kings University, Ode-Omu, Osun State. According to her, entrepreneurial skill is the key to the transformation of the youths in several developed countries of the world, and Nigeria must follow suit. She, however, added that several problems will be expected in the endeavor since various factors work against…
Female lead vocalist of popular singing group, Veentage band, Ejiro Emokinovo, is no more. She died after an unsuccessful surgery on Thursday, March 5th. Ejiro, who runs the band with her husband, Desmond, was in Dubai to perform at the 90th birthday party of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamilia. Her sad hubby, recently jumped on Instagram to mourn her, flaunting a picture of a burning candle and a video of one of her performances. His words, “Of a truth, there’s no justice in this world…. The worst day of my entire existence… Dear Lord …You always…
Manchester United are making good progress under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and the team is now ready to challenge for major trophies, Aaron Wan-Bissaka has said. The Englishman recently talked up the prospect of Mufc adding to their trophy cabinet once again after 2 trophyless seasons ahead of the Manchester Derby. According to him, he came to Man Utd to win trophies even if he knows that it will be a process. He added that winning one trophy will inspire Mufc to win more and that is why the first trophy under the new manager is important. His words, “I think…
Chief of Army Staff, Lt.Gen Tukur Yusuf Buratai has come out to predict that very soon, Boko Haram will be long forgotten in Nigeria. He revealed this during the celebration of Nigerian Army Special Day at the ongoing Kaduna International Trade fair recently. According to him, his troops were recently victorious against Boko Haram in Damboa, Bornu State after the evil force attempted to dare the superiority of the Nigerian army. He added that the much-expected victory against Boko Haram will come from God and Nigerians will be free at last. His words, “The Nigerian Army, NA, apart from its…
Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie is a year older. The movie star recently jumped on Instagram to flaunt throwback pictures to celebrate his special day. He even dropped a unique hashtag and urged fans who have snapped pictures in the past with him to share the photos. Fans had this to say, “Bless you sir. You are such a legendary good example to us all. I declare that you will live up to 100 years and even more. Amen” “Oh Grand pa you are such an inspiration.. May your days be longer. .. God is your strength.” “Happy beautiful and wonderful birthday sir…
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola has come out to say that new Manchester United signing, Bruno Fernandes was never a target for the Blues. Pep said City is linked to several players every month but there was no truth in the Bruno to MCFC rumors that circulated. According to him, the agents also have a way of involving uninterested clubs in reports to increase the price of the player but he can authoritatively state that his club did not try to sign the Portuguese. He added that Bruno Fernandes is an exceptional player and that is why Mufc bought him.…
Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi has come out to debunk reports that say he is trying to take over from President Muhammadu Buhari in 2023. In a recent statement by Segun Dipe, his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications, Fayemi revealed that he is doing no such thing. According to him, the rumors are untrue and he is only interested in what will happen in every part of Nigeria, and the unity of the nation. He added that he enjoys his role as sitting governor and chairman of Nigeria Governors’ Forum and he will keep playing the roles to the best…
Popular Beat FM OAP, Gbemi Olateru Olagbegi has jumped on Twitter to write about being the bigger person in a broken relationship. According to her, being the bigger person can be overrated sometimes since the other person might need to be taught a huge lesson. She added that it is best to retaliate sometimes and pay them back in their own coin. Her words, “Sometimes being the bigger person is overrated . You can do your own back abeg . Sometimes, the other person needs to be taught a lesson.” What do you think?
Ex Argentina goalkeeper, Hugo Gatti has come out to say that Barcelona’s Lionel Messi is no longer phenomenal and he ruins the effort of his teammates because of the slow tempo he plays at. Hugo revealed that he said what he said despite risking several criticisms from fans in Argentina. According to him, Messi has always been a phenomenon, but he is far from that at the moment and currently walks on the pitch while his teammates run. He added that Lionel has to improve and give everything for club and country. His words, “I don’t care if they criticise…