Paulo Dybala has the opportunity to enshrine himself in Juventus history and be the Lionel Messi of the club, according to Fabio Paratici. Paratici has said the club is pleased with their striker’s performances and they wish to see him pen a new extension in the near future. According to him, Dybala is number 10 and he definitely has to be the potential Lionel Messi for the Italian champions. He added that Juventus has invested heavily in the Argentine and they still hope he can make things happen for the club on the pitch. His words, “We are very happy…
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Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo has said the Federal Government will back any partnership that tackles literacy and educational problems including the issue of out of school kids and girl child education in the country. His spokesman, Laolu Akande, in a statement released today said Osinbajo revealed this when he received a delegation from Google Global Services in the US at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. According to the VP, it is wise to focus on the area of literacy type skills which is why the government is currently working on the expansion of the entire scope of education, especially for girls.…
Nollywood actress, Beverly Naya has blasted the way the media stereotype their interviews with female celebrities in the country. Having her say on Twitter, Beverly Naya wrote that anytime ladies are interviewed, the focus is always on their marital status. According to her, the concentration should be on the lives, careers, and aspirations of women, not who they plan to settle down with. She added that she is astonished by this harsh reality women battle with every now and then. Her words, “Quite unfortunate that when a woman grants an interview in this part of the world, the headline is…
Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa has begged political office holders to focus on good governance and leadership principles. Okowa revealed this in Asaba while swearing in a former member of House of Representatives, Evelyn Oboro, as special adviser as well ad chairman and members of the state’s Sports Commission. He congratulated those that were appointed and said they were well selected as people with strong work ethic, discipline, and commitment. He added that his government is ever ready to listen to good advice and act on it as long as it will aid development in the state. His words, “It…
Joseph Yobo has come out to reveal his happiness after landing a job in the Nigerian senior national team. Yobo feels it is an opportunity to serve the country and he intends to do his best to repay the faith. According to him, he is ready for this new chapter in his life and he is very grateful for the love and support. He added that the position means a lot to him. His words, “Delighted to announce my appointment as the new assistant coach of the Super Eagles,” “I’m honoured to be given this opportunity to serve. I’m ready…
Popular singer, Davido has shared his reaction to the news of the nullification of Bayelsa governor-elect’s election. Davido simply jumped on social media to recall how he handled the news of his uncle, Ademola Adeleke, losing the Osun governorship election case in court. According to him, he was clubbing in New York when the news broke from the Supreme Court and it ruined his mood immediately. He added that he had to stop partying because he found it hard to recover at the time. His words, “I Dey club for New York when Supreme Court give us our own last year !!…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said receiving international cash transfers in foreign currencies by Nigerians will affect the Naira negatively. Ms. Ozemena Nnaji, Director, Trade, and Exchange in the apex bank said this to the House of Representatives Committees on Diaspora, Banking and Currency, and National Planning at an investigative hearing on Thursday in Abuja. According to her, there is a policy on spending Naira in Nigeria and not dollar and it is all in the interest of the country because dollars or Euros cannot be everywhere while our currency is nowhere to be found. He added that…
Mahmoud ‘Trezeguet’ Hassan has come out to say that Aston Villa is concentrating on Sunday’s EPL clash vs Tottenham Hotspur and nothing else. Despite their cup final fixture vs City, Mahmoud believes Aston Villa players must concentrate on giving their all in EPL games at this crucial point of the season. According to him, the boys must forget about the forthcoming cup final and focus on the EPL games that will improve their league position. He added that the players have been working extra hard to finish as high as they can on the league table. His words, “We have…
Hollywood actress, Anna Faris has come out to confirm that she is engaged three years after her separation from her ex-husband Chris Pratt. The movie star who has been dating cinematographer Michael Barrett since the split confirmed her engagement to host James Corden on “The Late Late Show” this week. She added that she might even be the one to officiate her own wedding. Her words, “I could [officiate my wedding], I need a lot of attention.” Chris Pratt is currently married to Katherine Schwarzenegger, the daughter of famous actor Arnold Schwarzenegger. Congrats to her.
Borussia Dortmund striker, Erling Haaland has insisted that reports saying Manchester United did not sign him because of his excessive wage demands are hilarious. Haaland has said they are not true and his decision was based solely on him seeing the Signal Iduna Park as the right destination at this stage of his career. According to him, Ole is a very important man in his life but he and his agent concluded that Dortmund was the best option for him. He added that Mufc boss, Ole has been very instrumental in how great his career has gone. His words, “Ole…
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has come out to say that the Supreme Court judgment that restored ts mandate in the Bayelsa state governorship election will not distract their move to reverse the recent court judgment in Imo State. Reacting recently to the Supreme Court sacking of the All Progressives Congress, APC governorship candidate, David Lyon, PDP wrote that the Supreme Court will not be “redeeming its image and restoring public confidence on its infallibility by reviewing the Imo verdict given the manifold unjustifiable mistakes contained in that judgment.” According to PDP, the miscarriage of justice in the Imo state will…
Reality star, Kim Kardashian is presently celebrating her 160 million followers on Instagram. She is currently the top ten most-followed people on Instagram, with Ronaldo clinching top spot at 202 million followers. She jumped on her account to appreciate her followers and told them that she loves them. See what she shared, Lovely.
Valencia midfielder, Geoffrey Kondogbia is certain that Paul Pogba will return to his best as soon he gets back for Manchester United. Kondogbia believes that his ex-teammate will even shock one or two fans when his injury worries are completely over. According to him, he is not worried about Pogba because he is a great footballer who is capable of great things on the pitch. He added that Paul will always excel because of his strength of character. His words, “I’m not worried about Paul,” “He’s shown, previously, that he’s a great footballer who knows how do to great things.…
President Muhammadu Buhari has mourned with the family, friends of late singer, Dr. Victor Olaiya, who passed on at 89. His condolence message was shared by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, in Abuja today. According to PMB, Olaiya brought joy and delight to Africans across generations with his entertaining and didactic style of music. He added that he also taught the citizens lessons on life, good neighbourliness, and national cohesion with his amazing sound. His words, “His place in history is guaranteed. He sang, not just for the entertainment value, but also taught critical lessons…
Hollywood actress, Scarlett Johansson was the highest-paid actress in Forbes’s ranking for the fiscal year 2018/2019. The 35-year-old star of The Avengers received a total of $56 million during this period. Her role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Black Widow played a major role in her earnings, Forbes has said. US-Colombian movie star, Sofia Vergara was 2nd with estimated earnings of $44.1 million, while Reese Witherspoon coming in 3rd with reported earnings of $35 million. The data for the list summarized the on-screen and off-screen earnings between June 1, 2018, and June 1, 2019. See the full list: 10.…
Ajax midfielder, Hakim Ziyech has everything in his game to shine in Chelsea, Tony Cascarino has said. Tony believes Ziyech is a brilliant set-piece taker and a good dribbler who also assists very well, and these are features that will make him stand out in the EPL. According to him, Chelsea is extremely lucky to get him because he has the ability to destroy teams. He added that people should stop questioning his lifestyle because all the problems he has had with his coaches are now a thing of the past. His words, “He has got everything. “He is a…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said the Supreme Court ruling on Bayelsa governorship election will be effected as soon as it is served with the certified true copy of the judgment. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Mr Festus Okoye, revealed this during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) today in Abuja. According to Festus, even if INEC is expected to obey court orders or judgments from the Supreme Court, they cannot act on mere reports from radio stations and print media, He added that INEC does not have the power…
Popular singer, Adele has been spotted looking thinner in a new picture. This is coming as a shock to fans because it is very unexpected. This is partly because the talented singer has rarely talked about how uncomfortable her weight makes her feel and any intention to do something about it. See the picture, What do you think?
Joleon Lescott has come out to say Jack Grealish and Raul Jimenez should snub Manchester United because they deserve to play in the UCL. Lescott, an ex Aston Villa and Wolves player, believes both players should be targetting UCL football and a current Mufc team in a period of transition cannot provide that. According to him, Manchester United is a monster club for a player like Jack Grealish, but if he quits Aston Villa, he would want to play in the Champions League to test himself at the biggest stage in club football. He, however, added that a move to…
Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, has asked African nations to accept measures that will curb corruption in Africa. Ibrahim revealed this at a joint press conference in Abuja, addressed by the Minister of Youth and Sports, Sunday Dare and Director General of the National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim. According to him, illicit financial flows and money laundering on the continent are affecting our growth and these forms of corruption must be eradicated once and for all. He added that corruption is the greatest enemy of mankind and the root of…