Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi has come out to say that the present economic challenges is as a result of the coronavirus outbreak will not affect payment of salaries, completion of legacy projects and other developmental initiatives in the State. Kayode revealed this at the Civil Centre complex in Ado Ekiti, during an inspection of some building and road projects in the State on Monday. According to him, he will not abandon these legacy projects because it is now a law in the state for all administrations to never move on from a project without completing it. He added…
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Popular singer, Simi has reacted to how Nigerians are reacting to the coronavirus pandemic. Simi believes asides religion, fear is another thing the citizens do not joke with at all. According to her, Nigerians even respect fear than religion and that speaks volume. She added that it is so bad that fear is the only thing that would make Nigerians shut everything down.
If the present season cannot be completed due to the coronavirus outbreak, then the season should be restarted from the beginning, Joe Cole has said. The former Chelsea player revealed that he does not feel it is the right decision to hand Liverpool the title until all games have been played. According to him, every club is tribal right now since they all want a decision that will favour them, but unless it favouring for everyone, there will be complaints. He added that he is confident that wise men will come up with reasonable solutions in the end. His words,…
The management of the University of Lagos, UNILAG, has ordered a section of its workforce to remain at home for 2 weeks amid the coronavirus outbreak. The university revealed that the decision was taken after an emergency management meeting held earlier in the day. According to UNILAG, religious gatherings or meetings of more than ten (10) persons is currently banned on the University Campus and every level 1-12 officers and equivalent in the University should stay at home for the next 14 days. The institution. however, added that Deans of Faculty, Heads of Department, Directors, Secretaries attached to Principal Officers should…
US singer, Lionel Richie wants the return of the music classic, “We are The World” amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak. The singer recounted why the song was recorded several years back, adding that it is a great time to bring it back. According to him, if nothing is done about the coronavirus, if we do not start to help ourselves, it will only keep spreading. He added that the entire nations of the world are experiencing these troubled times together so we must all unite. His words, “That line came about as Michael and I were sitting there talking. We…
Liverpool defender, Joel Matip has come out to talk about an awkward encounter he had with Lionel Messi after Liverpool’s remarkable 4-0 win vs Barcelona in the Champions League. Matip revealed that he saw the Argentine sitting alone and feeling depressed after the game while his teammates celebrated the victory. According to him, the game was one of the most beautiful moments of my career and might even be on the same level as his debut for Schalke in Munich. He added that the victory vs Barca made him care about nothing else because it was a victory that shocked…
A media adviser to the ex-vice president of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe has come out to say that Atiku’s son who recently tested positive for coronavirus did not visit any club in Abuja before he got diagnosed. Paul shared this in a recent press statement reacting to the circulating report that the former president’s son, Mohammed Atiku Abubakar, visited a club in Abuja. According to him, Mohammed did not attend the Friday Jumu’a prayers nor any social gathering until he was taken to Gwagwalada Specialist Hospital where he is being treated and managed. He added that Nigerians should ignore any misinformation…
Popular Rhythm FM OAP, Toke Makinwa has come out to say that China should be fined when the coronavirus outbreak is over. Toke believes the country is responsible for the spread since it all started in Wuhan months ago. According to her, she is angry with the Asian country for eating the animals that have led to the deadly virus plaguing the world. She added that the world is currently paying dearly for their mistakes. Her words, “Not to even lieIi am low key mad at china, the whole world should fine them when all of this is over, the…
Premier League players are ready to compromise and play games behind closed doors if it is the only option to finish the season, the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) deputy, Bobby Barnes has said. Bobby revealed that the players are realistic and are very open to the idea of playing in empty stadiums due to the current circumstances. According to him, we are not living in an ideal world right now and everyone involved in football must be ready to adjust to the current realities for things to go smoothly. He added that it is in the interest of the players…
The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat has come out to say that a state is allowed to borrow constructively in order to bridge its infrastructure deficit. Hamzat revealed that the fact is that borrowing helps to provide needed resources these days as long as it is constructive and not destructive. According to him, Tinubu did the same thing to develop the state when he was in charge and he has paid everything back in full right now. He added that without the N375 billion loan Fashola took when he was governor, it would have been impossible to…
Popular producer, Wale Adenuga has come out to describe Nollywood as unprofitable. Wale believes all is not well with the movie industry and things are not happening as expected in the sector. According to him, the fact that Nollywood has no structure is the reason there are cabals and that has led to several upcoming actors and actresses relying on sugar daddies and sugar mummies to prosper in the industry. He added that even if Nollywood has all manners of guilds, they are all based on the sentiments His words, “Many of them lift themselves by using sugar daddies and sugar mummies.”…
Atalanta forward, Papu Gomez has come out to say that he sees no short-term solution that would let Italy play football again anytime soon. Papu believes with everything that has been happening in the country, football is a long way down on its list of priorities. According to him, it is very hard to think about football now and he does not see that changing in the nearest future as the coronavirus continues to bring people down. He added that people will keep getting infected and football will be unable to resume since players will be travelling a lot to…
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC has suspended all regular and non-essential activities at its headquarters and offices nationwide amid the coronavirus outbreak. National Commissioner and Chairman of its Information and Voter Education Committee, Barr. Festus Okoye revealed this in a recent statement today in Abuja. According to him, the decision was taken to safeguard the lives of its staff, visitors and the general public. He added that the measure will last for 2 weeks and will begin on Tuesday 24th March 2020. His words, “In view of the Coronavirus Pandemic and the preventive and containment measures put in place by the…
Nollywood actress, Funmi Awelewa has come out to beg Nigerians to remain at home because Nigeria is not medically prepared for coronavirus. She revealed this on Instagram as the number of cases in the country continues to rise. According to her, despite how advanced Italy is, they are currently in hell because of the coronavirus, and this means we should take it more seriously. She added that Nigerians should obey the government and remain indoors because it is better to be bored than dead. Her words, “Italy is in hell, with all their strength, this shit is not funny, been at…
Former Super Eagles player, Joseph Yobo has shared a word of motivation to his fans as coronavirus continues to wreak havoc all over the world. He simply reminded everyone that the sun will always shine after the storm. He then urged the fans to stay safe until the pandemic is over. His words, “A gentle reminder that; the sun always shines after the storm. #Staysafe.”
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has begged Nigerian Muslims to obey the ban on social gathering by the Lagos State Government to prevent the spread of Coronavirus. MURIC Director, Prof. Ishaq Akintola revealed this in a statement in Lagos on Monday. According to him, MURIC is not in support of any Muslim group or individual who is found disobeying the ban because they are not against it. He added that the ban is in the best interest of Nigerians and no religious group is targetted. His words, “We are nonplussed by the lethargy manifested by some Muslims towards the danger…
Popular singer and Nollywood actress, Tomi Odunsi has jumped on social media to celebrate herself and others on Mother’s Day. On Instagram, the movie star and musician simply celebrated the birth of her child and asked her fans to rejoice with her. According to her, she suffered 4 miscarriages before God finally made her a mother. She added that God came into her life, her world has been filled with much joy and meeting him has been worth it. Her words, “Happy first Mother’s Day to ME!!! After 4 horrible miscarriage experience and losing my beloved cousin Funmi to cancer, God restored…
Wolves forward, Adama Traore has urged everyone to embrace responsibility as the world continues to battle the coronavirus. According to him, the best way to tackle the deadly virus is by acting as a team in the face of the commotion. He added that everyone should adhere strictly to the advice from specialists. His words, “The best way to fight the virus is by acting as a team, from responsibility and following the instructions of the specialists.”
Brescia owner, Massimo Cellino has reacted to hopes that the Serie A could be restarted before the end of the campaign. Massimo revealed that he is not happy with the news because football must come second to battling the coronavirus. According to him, the game is not even in his thoughts presently as Italy keeps combatting one of the greatest crises in its history. He added that he is not saying this because Brescia is last on the Serie A table since he does not even care about the league at this point after seeing people dying from a virus…
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Adamu has warned Nigerians to avoid social visits to police stations across Nigeria amid the coronavirus outbreak. Mohammed revealed this alongside a warning to police officers to avoid unnecessary arrests and detention of suspects during this period. According to him, police officers should observe personal safety measures and ensure offenders are adequately screened before they are taken into police custody henceforth. He added that the force medical services have been empowered and directed to step up sensitisation programmes across Commands, Formations and Barracks in the country. His words, “The IGP, while urging officers to…