NFF vice-president, Shehu Dikko has come out to say that they have no problems with Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr over a new contract. Shehu revealed that he is failing to understand why the recent pronouncement by NFF President, Amaju Pinnick is creating a lot of controversies because everything had been agreed with the coach before now. According to him, the guidelines were already there for Rohr to follow before he signed and he was always going to be paid in naira since it is Nigeria’s financial policy. He added NFF realizes that Rohr has done a amazing job with…
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Veteran Nollywood actor, Ukwak Asuquo aka Boniface is no more. The announcement of his demise was revealed in a recent press release shared by Monalisa Chinda Coker today. It read, “Until his death, he was a card-carrying and financially update member of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Abuja Chapter. “The national president of AGN, Emeka Rollas has set up a burial committee to collaborate with the family to give him a befitting burial.” The movie star’s cause of death or date of demise is yet to be confirmed. R.I.P.
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has come out to say that Africa and Nigeria cannot rely on China or other international superpowers amid the coronavirus outbreak. Atiku believes that if a country like America is struggling to supply its own healthcare workers with personal protective equipment, Africa cannot think they will be a priority as far as the US is concerned. According to him, China that is even wondering how to explain itself to the world once the pandemic is over cannot be relied on as well, so we must start learning to fall back on ourselves during the pandemic. He added…
Liverpool forward, Sadio Mane has come out to say that it will be understandable if his club is denied the EPL title this season because of the coronavirus pandemic. Mane revealed that he definitely wants to win the remaining games and lift the coveted trophy but the current situation is out of everyone’s control. According to him, coronavirus has made things difficult for Liverpool and millions of people across the globe and this will surely make football less important for a while. He added that he will accept any decision to cancel the league and hopefully, Liverpool will be able…
Popular singer, Reekado Banks has come out to beg the Federal Government of Nigeria amid the coronavirus outbreak. The singer revealed that he is fed up of staying in Gabon and he wants to come back home. According to him, FG should make an exception for him and open the border because an important citizen wants to return. He added that he currently smiles like everything is fine, but deep down, he misses Nigeria.
The Lagos State Government has revealed the reason for withdrawing the charges against Naira Marley and ex Lagos governorship aspirant, Babatunde Gbadamosi and his wife Folashade for breaking the coronavirus lockdown rules in the state. After several speculations from members of the public, The AG & Comm for Justice, Moyo Onigbanjo, SAN eventually pardoned the offenders by considering their remorsefulness as long as they these fulfill 3 conditions, “(1) They have to write a formal apology to the Government of Lagos State which will solidify the remorsefulness shown by them. “(2) They have to give an undertaking in writing that…
Manchester United midfielder, Bruno Fernandes has come out to joke that he is the new Juan Sebastian Veron. This is coming after the Portuguese star recently flaunted a goatee while isolating during the coronavirus pandemic. According to him, the reason for his great form since he signed for Man Utd is the confidence of the manager in his ability, behind the scenes and during football games. He added that he feels the confidence from the club as well and this makes him give his all on the pitch in every single game. On Mufc, “For me, the most important was…
Popular singer, Eldee has declared that he will not partake in any giveaway like some other celebrities amid the coronavirus outbreak. The celebrities simply give out cash and gifts on social media to help the poor during the lockdown period. It all started when a follower asked him if he had anything for the boys, with Eldee responding that he has no dime to give anyone. His simple response, “I don’t have a kobo to give anybody.” LOL.
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has come out to say that it is yet to postpone the 2020 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) and Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) amid the coronavirus lockdown. Mr. Azeez Sani, Head, Information and Public Relations Division of the council revealed this in a recent statement. According to him, every report saying otherwise on social media is false and no decision has been taken thus far. He added that only the 2020 National Common Entrance (NCEE) was postponed indefinitely because of the virus and other examinations remain untouched. His words, “NECO wishes to state categorically…
The English Premier League will follow Belgium’s top tier lead and cancel the rest of its season, Udinese sporting director, Pierpaolo Marino has said. Mariano believes the situation of the EPL is becoming serious and the decision might be taken very soon. According to him, there is even a need to worry for upcoming seasons because it might be difficult to enjoy football again after the coronavirus outbreak. He added that it does not matter how long it will take, the world has to get out of this current danger zone for things to go back to normal on the…
Popular rapper, Drake has come out to reveal a piece of good news to his fans and followers. He made the disclosure to his fans during a recent live chat. According to him, he has a song with Nigerian singer, Rema and it is a hit. He added that the track will be dropped soon. His words, “We got Rema too. We have a sick song.”
Ex vice president, Atiku Abubakar has come out to warn Nigeria and other African countries that the worst of the coronavirus (COVID-19) disease is yet to come. In a recent statement, Atiku talked about how the lack of capable hands in the present Nigerian government led by President Muhammadu Buhari to manage the economic effects of the virus will not end well for us. According to him, the only reason why African nations have recorded lower numbers than their global counterparts is because the more developed countries have better testing capacity and real-time information than us. He added that the world is…
Ex Atletico Madrid captain, Gabi has come out to say that he hopes we will all be better people as soon as the coronavirus crisis is over. Gabi revealed that he is currently disturbed because he is far from his parents and sister when he should be closer to them. According to him, not being with his loved ones during this period is stressful mentally because his parent are old and his sister is a nurse. He added that the fact that when everything is going well, we tend to commit sin with reckless abandon, he hopes this sober period…
Popular singer, R. Kelly has just been denied a release from jail after asking to be released because of the coronavirus pandemic. According to reports, his release was denied since the singer remains a flight risk. The judge had this to say, “[Kelly] is currently in custody because of the risks that he will flee or attempt to obstruct, threaten or intimidate prospective witnesses. The defendant has not explained how those risks have changed.” The judge added that there are no confirmed cases of the virus at Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC) in Chicago where the singer is serving his sentence.
Ex aide to Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, Roland Igbadumhe has begged his former boss to settle for a candidate capable of winning the September 19, 2020 Edo State governorship election. Roland believes such a choice will go on to continue Oshiomhole’s legacy projects in the state. According to him, a credible candidate is what APC needs to keep hold of the only state it presently controls in the South-South geo-political zone. He added that now is the time to put the interest of Edo State first before any individual yearnings and aspirations for the state to progress. His words, “It is…
Mata wants his teammates and players of other teams to do all they can amid the present pandemic since we can only beat the virus when we are united. According to him, it has been great to see several positive responses from players and other football leaders and he needs everyone to do so much more to battle the current challenges facing humanity. He added that the coronavirus pandemic should serve as a catalyst to play a key role in tackling other challenges we face in our daily lives. His words, “It’s been heartening to see many positive responses from…
Former BBNaija housemate, Nina just flaunted a picture of herself and her husband on Instagram. The reality star who got married to “Mr A” last month shared the photo to let her fans know how her married life has been thus far. They are both in the US currently. See the photo, What do you think?
Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde has come out to say that the conditional cash transfer initiative of the Federal Government is very faulty. Recall the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Sadiya Farouk recently revealed that the ministry has started cash transfer to the poorest households in Nigeria to reduce the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Reacting in an interview with Fresh FM 105.9, Seyi Makinde revealed that he is not happy with how the poor are identified so he doubts the effectiveness of the plan. He added that it is important to get the money to…
Borussia Dortmund striker, Erling Haaland has come out to talk about how guidance from ex-manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer helped him become a better finisher. Halaand revealed that he and the Manchester United legend did some practice on finishing while he was his coach and he took his time to teach him the basic rules. According to him, he also learnt not to use too much power when he strikes the ball and that has made him a deadlier finisher in front of goal. He added that Ole even taught him to be calm and ready when he expects the ball…
FA lawyer in Nigeria, Inibehe Effiong has come out to explain why Funke Akindele and JJC Skillz’s conviction for violating a lockdown order issued by the Lagos state government is not legal. Effiong believes there are flaws in the law that aided the conviction. According to him, the actress and her man have every right to appeal against the judgment of the Magistrate Court to the High Court and he believes the appellate courts will set aside the conviction. He added that it is wrong to add a N100,000 fine to the 14 days community service, public enlightenment and self-isolation…