Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri has said he is set to forward the 2020 budget proposal to the State House of Assembly for consideration. The new governor revealed this recently when he met with all the 24 members of the State House of Assembly. Recall that immediate past governor, Hon Seriake Dickson said he did not intend to appropriation bill as a sign of respect since a new government was set to come in. According to Senator Douye Diri, the people should do their own part by avoiding violence and embracing peace as his new era begins. He added…
Author: David Folami
Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele-Bello just hit the 10m milestone on Instagram and her colleagues have been congratulating her for this achievement. Funke becomes the first actress to achieve this in her industry so she definitely deserves to be celebrated. The movie star has since thanked her fans and followers for their support on the social media platform via a heartfelt video. Reacting, Alex Ekubo wrote, “E no easy, I applaud you big sis” Mercy Johnson also wrote, “Congratulations Queen mi” Ufuomamcdermott added, “Boooosss” Congrats to her.
Steven Gerrard has said he is very interested in knowing if any action will be taken against Manchester City amid reports that an EPL punishment could see them stripped of their 2013-14 title. However, knowing the process will be a long one, Steven Gerrard is aware that the wait for the final decision will take some time. According to him, it is definitely a very strong punishment from UEFA even if he knows City will appeal. He added that everyone is waiting for the decision from the EPL because with the way UEFA has acted, the Blue side of Manchester…
The Minister of Education, Mallam Adamu Adamu has said that all Nigerian universities will admit candidates within the Central Admission Process System (CAPS) of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). Mallam Adamu revealed this in his address at the commissioning of JAMB’s New General Services Department building on Monday at the board’s headquarters, Bwari, Abuja. According to him, reminding the general public that all admissions done outside of CAPS would corrupt the entire admission process is key. He added that CAPS ensures due process, fairness, discipline and equity in the distribution of admission among students and it prevents shortcuts…
Nollywood actress, Beverly Naya who just returned to Lagos State from Accra has talked about the “no health precautions” she was faced with at the point of entry she passed through. Beverly said she filled out a health form on the plane she came in but no one asked for it when she reached Nigeria. According to her, the form is still with her and she even attended a personal meeting with it. Her words, “I was asked to fill out a health form in the plane on my way back to Lagos from Accra. Here it is in my…
Super Eagles legend, Nwankwo Kanu has come out to say that Nigerian player, Odion Ighalo can replace Lukaku in Manchester United’s attack. Despite some people not seeing the former Watford player as a marquee signing at Old Trafford, Kanu feels Ighalo can surprise everybody. According to him, Ighalo is very strong, he can score goals and he only needs service at his new club. He added that he believes in Odion and he is sure that he won’t disappoint the fans and his manager. His words, “Yes he can replace him (Lukaku),” “If you watch him play, you’d find out…
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has observed what it describes as a slow decline in the free distribution of condoms in Nigeria. Dr. Idowu Araoyinbo, an official of the UN agency, revealed this during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) today in Calabar. According to him, Nigeria still needs about 564 million condoms to meet its yearly needs, and the present rate of free condoms distribution in Nigeria was at twenty percent, which signifies a slow decline. He added that it is compulsory to provide an effective, all-inclusive and comprehensive condom programme if the nation wishes…
Popular singer, Rita Ora has flaunted a stunning picture of herself relaxing outdoors. The reality star rocked a skimpy black bikini that showed off her underboobs. Alongside the picture, she wrote, “Enjoy your life. Please. Protect your heart and be proud of YOU.” See the photo, Lovely.
Hakim Ziyech made a mistake by choosing Chelsea as his next destination, Andy van der Meyde has said. Andy believes the Blues are no longer a top club and Ziyech should’ve joined a top team like Bayern Munich to further his career. According to him, stability is lacking at Stamford Bridge and Hakim would’ve been better off at a club that will match his ambitions as a player immediately. He added that it is definitely time for the midfielder to leave Ajax because he is ready for the next step. His words, “It’s time for him to leave. Hakim is…
The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Ibrahim Pantami has said that he does not have anything to say on the recent threat issued against him by the Boko Haram Insurgence last weekend. He disclosed this as he answered questions from newsmen today when he began a General Mentorship Class for Secondary School, focused on raising possible job providers. According to him, students must be futuristic in their choice of career and they should strive to be job creators, not job seekers. He added that the General Mentorship Class was launched to go round Nigeria to encourage young…
Popular singer, Simi is currently performing in Sierra Leone as speculations continue on if she is pregnant or not. Simi was recently pictured in stunning Cinderella-inspired blue fluffy dress which has sparked rumors that the pregnancy reports may be true. Alongside the pictures she flaunted on Instagram, Simi wrote that she has always wanted to be Cinderella without the suffering and the glass slippers. According to her, she prefers to be Cinderella with sneakers. See pictures, Do you think she is pregnant?
Arsenal coach, Mikel Arteta has said Bukayo Saka is a player who wants to make an impact after his amazing performance in the 4-0 EPL victory vs Newcastle United on Sunday. Arteta believes the youngster is a player that likes to take responsibility and risks in the final third. According to him, Saka is very courageous and he is happy to have him in his team. He added that he is pleased to see his attacking firing again after a long time of trying. His words, “He (Saka) takes responsibility, he takes risks in the final third,” “He is a…
A minimum of 9.4 million toilets are required yearly if Nigeria will meet its Open Defecation-Free target by 2025, Mr. Timeyin Uwejamomere has said. Timeyin, the National Coordinator, National Action Plan on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) revealed this at the ongoing National WASH Action Plan Research and Capacity Building Workshop in Abuja. According to him, any intervention that would be resorted to has to concentrate on the country’s population which presently stands at 191 million because that will amount to the construction of 5,150 toilets on a daily basis. He added that it is compulsory for partners to think…
Popular singer, Mayorkun just bought himself a brand new Range Rover. One of his friends was the bearer of his good news as he jumped on Instagram to flaunt the new ride and congratulate the singer on his new blessing. The car is said to be worth 33M naira. See the picture, Congrats to him.
Bode George has come out to say that he plans to become a citizen of Togo if APC leader, Bola Ahmed Tinubu becomes president in 2023. The ex-deputy national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has vowed to leave Nigeria if that happens because his election would be illogical. According to him, APC is nothing but a conglomeration of strange bird fellows and it has failed as a political party in Nigeria. He added that APC is a gathering of sinful people and he does not expect it to function properly as long as Tinubu is one of its…
Tottenham manager, Jose Mourinho has jokingly come out to ask if Manchester City’s two-season European ban for breaching UEFA’s Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations means he won another EPL title with Manchester United. Rumor has it that Man City could be stripped of their 2014 EPL title but Jose decided to not make a broad evaluation of UEFA’s decision after Tottenham’s 3-2 victory vs Aston Villa today, and focused on how the predicament affects him as a manager. According to him, he is more interested in knowing if the Mufc team that finished 2nd in 2017-18 under his management would…
Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh has been sued by her ex-husband Olakunle Churchill over her interview in May last year. Churchill is going to court because his former wife accused him of being into cyber fraud and also said she saw him naked in a red cloth alongside red candles with a laptop placed on his lap. He even wants justice against Tonto Dikeh over her accusations of his dad being a gardener, making him unrelated to ex-President, Olusegun Obasanjo. According to him, the accusations are baseless and sponsored to tarnish his image and political ambition. He added that he will…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has said it has sent a letter to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) demanding a new governorship election in Bayelsa. Mr Yekini Nabena, APC’s Deputy National Publicity Secretary disclosed this today at a news conference in Abuja. According to him, the rule of law has to be adhered to in the case of the Bayelsa governorship election because PDP played insincere politics. He added that the Bayelsa governorship is not over and they will keep pursuing all legal means to contest INEC’s decision to declare Duoye Diri as Bayelsa Governor. His words, “The party’s…
Inter Milan CEO, Beppe Marotta has rubbished reports linking club striker, Lautaro Martinez with a move to Barcelona. Beppe has insisted that the player is very happy in Milan and he would need to request a move before any transfer would be sanctioned. According to him, the player is still young and improving so he is very focused on his current team right now. He added that Inter Milan players will only be allowed to leave once they ask for a transfer. His words, “Rumours regarding Lautaro? He is very young and improving. He is only interested in wearing the…
Nollywood actor, Bryan Okwara has announced the birth of his first child with his longtime partner, model Marie Miller. The model who recently flaunted a baby bump picture from Marie’s maternity shoot jumped on Instagram to reveal that their kid has been born. He then told his followers to predict the gender of the child before a friend disclosed that she is a girl. His words, “We just had a Boy/Girl share your prediction!” Close friend, Uti, also wrote, “HHahahahaha it’s a girl ooooo!!!! My little Princess. I don already but comb wey she go use help me plait my…