Author: David Folami

Marcelo Bielsa has blasted Arsenal and Eddie Nketiah for treating Leeds unfairly after the young striker was recalled from his loan at Elland Road. The youngster was sent to the Championship side last summer in a season-long deal, but had a restricted role in the 1st half of the season and featured as a starter in only 2 of his 17 league appearances. After his recall, Bielsa has come out to speak about how wrong it was for the loan to be ended prematurely. According to him, he did not understand the decision since Arsenal chose them ahead of other…

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Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde has said the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Mallam Abubakar Malami does not have the power to declare “Operation Amotekun” legal or illegal. According to him, the public should disregard any statement from him because he or the other governors involved have said nothing about the constitutionality of “Amotekun.” He added that it will not be right for Malami to blast the constitutionality of the outfit since his duties are restricted to interpreting laws. His words, “My personal position is that you actually don’t run a government on social media. If I see a…

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The 2019 Ballon d’Or award was for Sadio Mane, not Lionel Messi, according to ex Chelsea player, Demba Ba. Demba Ba believes the award is just a popularity contest now and the Senegalese would’ve been ignored even if he had better stats than Lionel. Ba feels the fact that the Liverpool forward won the Champions League, the Super Cup, and ended the EPL as a joint top goal-scorer made him the right choice for the award. He added that this does not mean Mane is a better player than Messi. His words, “These days we speak so much about statistics…

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Nollywood actress, Omoni Oboli has come out to speak to anyone trying to bring others down to be successful. The movie star had her say on Instagram today and it has attracted lots of reactions. According to her, we can all make it in life without ruining other people’s progress. She added that anyone engaging in such is a witch. Her words, “I’m a very ambitious person and I’ve learnt to stop apologizing for it. I also believe very strongly that we can ALL win together. If you think bringing someone else down is the only way you can climb,…

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President Muhammadu Buhari is celebrating the 1st interim Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Adebisi Akande on his birthday. He revealed this in a statement by Mr. Femi Adesina, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, in Abuja on Thursday. PMB wishes him long life, good health and more strength to keep serving Nigeria. Buhari also hailed the ex-governor of Osun for upholding the philosophy of Chief Obafemi Awolowo in fighting for free education, health care, and entrepreneurship. He added that Bisi’s experience in public service and politics can help to improve Nigeria via wise…

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Liverpool should sign Napoli defender, Kaidou Koulibaly, according to Phil Babb. Phil believes there are still holes that need to be filled in the team that recently lifted the UCL and are set to lift the EPL title. Babb feels the Senegalese is a commanding CB and he would serve as the right man to play alongside Van Dijk in defense. He added that it would be a wise decision since Joe Gomez, Joel Matip and Dejan Lovren rarely stay fit as a VVD partner. His words, “That’s only because of the injury records of [Joe] Gomez, [Joel] Matip and…

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Nollywood actress, Damilola Adegbite has urged her fans to always put their trust in God Almighty and no one else. According to her, man can never be trustworthy and God alone can answer honest and heartfelt prayers. She added that God is even ready to answer our requests beyond our expectations. Her words, “My entire world ❤️ Me lying down like a goat after forcing myself to workout this morning. Quiet Saturday, the birds are singing and Brian’s here harassing me 🥰 Thought to share this word that I’m holding firmly on to this year. Put your trust in God…

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The Youth Wing of Ohaneze Ndigbo, the apex Igbo socio-cultural group, has begged Imolites, especially youths, to stay calm over the Supreme Court’s judgment on the governorship election in the state. The National Youth Leader of Ohaneze Ndigbo, Chief Arthur Obiora, revealed this as he spoke to newsmen in Enugu on political development in Imo. According to Arthur, amid the judgment and reaction, the people must maintain peace. He added that even if they don’t agree with the judgment, Imo residents must not forget to be law-abiding and responsible citizens. His words, “Ohaneze Ndigbo Youth Wing is asking for calmness…

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Real Madrid defender, Raphael Varane has talked about how hard it is to keep Lionel Messi quiet, saying it would take more than one player to make that happen. Messi, who been known to dazzle in the El Classico had a quiet game in the recent 0-0 draw at Camp Nou. Speaking on it recently, Varane said even if keeping Messi quiet is a tough job, there are still ways to achieve it. He added that teamwork is needed and he must not be allowed space on the ball else he’ll wreak havoc. His words, “You can’t defend like you…

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Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland land, Iba Gani Adams, who recently installed new chiefs, has said there is no reason to compare the Aare Onakakanfo’s chieftains and that of the Alaafin of Oyo. This was his reaction to news circulating that the freshly installed Mayegun of Yorubaland, Wasiu Ayinde, came about to compete with Mayegun of Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland. However, Gani Adams has come out to say this is false and it is only the handiwork of mischief makers that just want to twist history and misinform the people. He added that the newly appointed Aareonakakanfo chiefs are men and…

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Germany manager, Joachim Low is hoping for Leroy Sane and Niklas Sule to recover ahead of Euro 2020, even if he has insisted that he will not rush them back from their respective injuries. Sane has been out with an anterior cruciate ligament rupture since August and Sule picked up an identical injury in October. Both players are now main doubts for the Euros but Low is ready to ease them back in when the time is right. He added that they are progressing well right now. His words, “Regarding the Euros, I hope my national players will stay in…

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Ex PDP Presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar has come out to say that Nigeria will fulfill her potential as the nation of Unity and Faith, Peace and Progress. This was his reaction to the Supreme Court ruling which sacked Emeke Ihedioha as Imo State governor. According to Atiku, Nigerians must accept the judgment even if it was unexpected and unpalatable because the court has the final say. He added that the rule of law has to keep guiding the path of politics in Nigeria and Emeka Ihedioha will bounce back from this shocking setback. His words, “With regards to the judgment…

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Juventus manager, Maurizio Sarri has said it is so annoying that a footballer has won more Ballons d’Or than his striker, Cristiano Ronaldo. Messi is the only footballer that has done that so far and Sarri has vowed to help CR7 win his sixth Ballon d’Or to level with the Argentine. According to him, it has become a goal for him and it is only right. His words, “I would like to help Cristiano win the sixth Ballon d’Or first,” “It’s really annoying thinking that someone won more [Ballons d’Or] than him. I think about him and I think helping…

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Chimamanda Adichie has come out to say that she does not understand why in several nations across the world, domestic chore is still seen as something a lady should take of. The writer revealed this during a conference in the Chilean capital Santiago. According to Adichie, ladies might currently be successful in offices and public life, but people still attribute the main share of domestic work to them. She feels it is just a double burden on the female gender and there is no equality at all. She added that it needs to be addressed as soon as possible. Her…

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Ex-governor of Imo state, Emeka Ihedioha has come out to speak after the recent Supreme Court ruling that kicked him out as the state governor. According to Ihedioha, the Supreme court simply contravened the will of Imolites because the people clearly elected him. He, however, said he would always appreciate the amazing goodwill and faith the people showed in him during his time as governor. Emeka added that the ruling came as a surprise to him and he does not agree with the unfair judgement. His words, “My dear good people of Imo State, I address you today, following recent…

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Manchester United will do everything possible to make sure Marcus Rashford is fit to face EPL leaders, Liverpool on Sunday, according to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Rashy was subbed in during United’s 1-0 FA Cup third-round replay win over Wolves at Old Trafford but he played just 16 minutes before being replaced after a blow to the back following a challenge from Matt Doherty on Wednesday. Ole believes the youngster is a quick healer and he only hopes it is not so serious. He added that if he is not fit, he’ll have to play without him. His words, “He’s a…

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Popular rappers, Jay-Z and Yo Gotti, have sued 2 Mississippi prison officials on behalf of 29 inmates over reports that they did nothing to prevent the violence that has caused the death of 5 prisoners in the last two weeks. Jay-Z’s lawyer, Alex Spiro filed the lawsuit in the U.S. District Court in Greenville, Mississippi, saying because “these deaths are a direct result of Mississippi’s utter disregard for the people it has incarcerated and their constitutional rights.” Alex, on behalf of Jay-Z and Yo Gotti, penned down a letter to Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant and DOC Commissoner Pelicia Hall, saying…

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