APC chieftain and ex-General Secretary of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gras, NUPENG, Chief Frank Kokori has urged Muhammad Buhari to be extremely careful as President because his government is being run by a cabal. Speaking after a planned reconstitution of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC board after the completion of the forensic audit, Kokori was confused as to why the commission was placed in the hands of 3 persons manning the Interim Management Committee. According to Frank, it is an unconventional move in a location like the Niger Delta region and it does not speak well…
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New signing, Steven Bergwijn has come out to say that he wants to win the UCL with Tottenham after completing a £25 million ($33m) move to north London from PSV. Steven penned a 5-year contract at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, ending his 6-year stay at his former club. According to him, it is a brilliant move for his career because Tottenham is an amazing club playing in a great league. He added that he wants to score goals, create assists and win the UCL. His words, “It’s an amazing move, amazing club. Whatever I can bring I will give for…
DJ Khaled welcomed his 2nd son with his wife, Nicole on January 20, 2020, and he has now flaunted a picture of his new child’s face. In this picture, DJ Khaled’s older son, Asahd was looking out for his younger brother, Aalam. See the pic, Cute.
Popular Nigerian political party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has informed the US Consul General about its achievement in 16 years in at the helm of power. The party disclosed this to US Consul General, Ms Claire Pierangelo, during her recent visit to Ogun State to meet the state’s governor, Dapo Abiodun, and other dignitaries. PDP National Deputy Chairman, Yemi Akinhanmi blasted the delay in signing the Electoral Act Amendment Bill into law by the Buhari led government. According to him, PDP developed democracy in Nigeria for 16 years, taking the country from the grass straight to the top but…
Leicester City boss, Brendan Rodgers has said he feels Kelechi Iheanacho should’ve won his team a penalty in their 2-1 League Cup defeat vs Aston Villa yesterday night. Aston Villa’s Tyrone Mings tackled the Nigerian in the box in the opening 10 minutes of the match but Kelechi managed to remain on his feet, a decision Brendan was not happy with. According to him, the loss was unfortunate because his boys started the game very well. His words, “I thought we started the game very well,” “We might have had a penalty if Kelechi [Iheanacho] goes down in that first…
Popular rapper, Yungsix, and presidential aide, Tolu Ogunlesi, recently clashed on Twitter after the lyricist asked Nigerians to name significant things PMB has done since he took over power in 2015. Tolu, who is the Special Assistant to President Buhari on New Media, responded and listed some things President Buhari has done since he resumed office. Yung6ix who felt Tolu’s response was underwhelming then wrote that his question was about “significant” things and this led to a clash of opinions. Six feels the president can do better while Tolu felt it is significant enough thus far. The rapper added that Nigeria…
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has urged the Governors of the South-west states that the fresh security organization, Amotekun should refrain from leaning towards any religion or targeting any ethnic group for victimization. The Director of the human rights organization, Prof. Ishaq Akintola revealed this in a recent statement in Akure. According to MURIC, the name Amotekun has already scored a point for Christianity because it was gotten from the bible, and it is very concerning since a security group that preaches credibility and unbias should not be bear a religious name. The group added that the named should be…
AC Milan striker, Krzysztof Piatek will suit Chelsea’s playing style, according to Pat Nevin, even if he wants the club to avoid deals on transfer deadline day. The January transfer window will close for EPL teams at 11 pm on January 31. Nevin believes even if Piatek is an impressive option, Chelsea needs a clear head in the transfer market and this is why they have to make sure they do not panic buy. He added that the club might obviously need players but they are not in a desperate situation. His words, “The last day of the window has…
The Senate President, Ahmed Lawan, has described the security architecture in Nigeria as a failed system that has to be overhauled and reconstructed. Lawan believes that for things to go well in Nigeria, restructuring the security architecture is highly compulsory because it is currently in a very bad state. According to him, the security of the lives and property of Nigerians is vital at federal, state and local level, and all hands must be on deck to make it a reality. He added that the senate owe Nigerians the responsibility to intervene and unite with the executive arm of government…
Manchester City midfielder, Fernandinho has penned a one-year contract extension which will see him remain at the club until the end of 2021. His contract was about to run out at the end of the season but his manager showed interest in retaining the Brazilian after another brilliant season. Reacting, Fernandinho said he is grateful to his team-mates and the backroom staff and he is very happy to keep playing for the club. He added that the fans have been unbelievable and their passion keeps him going. His words, “This is the best possible news. I want to take this…
An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, has come out to say that the crisis rocking the party will be over when the nomination for the governorship candidate is done. Ize-Iyamu believes anyone who becomes the party’s candidate for the forthcoming governorship election would receive the necessary backing and all the problems facing the state will end. According to him, the crisis is a minor one and the disputes within the party will eventually expire for peace to reign. He added that lots of committees have been set up to reconcile the disagreements but they have always been…
Nollywood actress, Bimbo Afolayan has jumped on social media to rant after her mum allegedly got assaulted by a landlord over a security fee. According to the movie star, her mum was walking her daughter to school when she was attacked with a bottle by the landlord who stays around the same neighborhood with them. She revealed that she has made up her mind to take the matter to any length to make sure her mum gets justice. Bimbo added that nobody has a right to take laws into his or her hands, which is why she is crying out…
Atletico Madrid chief executive, Gil Marin has come out to say Thomas Lemar won’t be leaving the club this month. Reports have said the manager, Diego Simeone is ready to let him go, but Gil has rubbished all rumors of a transfer happening in January. According to Marin, the Frenchman is not for sale and that stance will change. His words, “Lemar is not for sale. There is no way he can change,” Simeone had this to say about the player recently, “Facts speak better than words. Lemar is an important player who hasn’t been able to develop his game…
Senate President, Ahmad Lawan has said that revenue accruals to the Federal Government have to be remitted to ensure the implementation of the 2020 Appropriation Act. He revealed this in an address at the resumption of plenary today at the National Assembly, Abuja. Ahmed, who said that it was clear that revenue generation was a main problem in the nation, asked for every hand to be on deck to make sure accruals to the government were received and remitted. He added that the budget has to be implemented completely to guarantee efficiency, economy, and value for money. His words, “My…
Nollywood actress, Doris Ogala who jumped on social media recently to blast Uche Elendu and Oge Okoye for allegedly sleeping with people’s husband has flaunted pictures of messages that “prove” that Oge Okoye has allegedly been sleeping with Prince Walter Ogochukwu Igweanyiba, Uche Elendu’s ex-husband. According to her, people are telling her to let the matter go but she will continue to expose them. Her words alongside the pictures, “Chai make i post this last one.. some people are telling me not to post again.. ok after this one now.. last epide tonight..” See the pictures, This is coming after Doris…
Inter Milan striker, Romelu Lukaku has said he is living the dream at the Italian club because he wants to follow in the footsteps of San Siro legends like Ronaldo and Adriano. Lukaku said watching these legends as a kid made him want to play for the club and he is happy to see that it is a reality now. According to him, the fact that Conte is manager also made everything perfect since he loves the number of chances his strikers get in a game. He added that he would’ve followed the Italian to Chelsea when he stormed England…
Burna Boy’s girlfriend, Stefflon Don has jumped on social media to react to his loss at the recent Grammy Awards. Stef simply wrote that her man is still her winner regardless of how the result turned out. She added that Burna will forever be her number one. See what she shared, Burna’s reaction after losing out to mama Africa, “I love you forever @angeliquekidjo and every single person that rooted for me, I don’t take any of it lightly! The world get ready cause we’re all coming!”
Manchester City striker, Gabriel Jesus has said his current club is the best place for him to develop his football. Jesus believes that even if he is currently Sergio Aguero’s understudy, his game can massively improve at the Etihad. According to him, he has never regretted his decision to join the club from Palmeiras because he trusts the project the Blues are working on. He added that he is very much happy at Man City. His words, “I feel this is the best place for me to develop, if not I wouldn’t have come,” “Of course I trust in the…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has assured citizens of its preparedness to effectively combat the 2020 flood predicted for Nigeria. Mr. Mustapha Maihaja, its Director-General, revealed this in Abuja today. According to him, it is key for stakeholders to get involved in disaster management and discuss the way forward when it comes to how the predictions will be handled. He added that a plan has to be devised for them to be fully prepared for all eventualities. His words, “Preparations and planning are key to any successful activity or project. Knowing our role in disaster management, we started our…
Nollywood actress, Nkechi Blessing Sunday has blasted a troll who wrote something bad about her man on social media. The movie star simply flaunted a picture of herself and her boyfriend, only for one Bankey2020 to write that he knows he’ll soon dump her. Reacting, Nkechi immediately told the fan to mind his business and wait until he and his generation perish. Her words, “May you wait until you and your entire generation perish.”