Delta State governor, Sen. (Dr.) Ifeanyi Okowa has blasted Tuesday’s attack on former President Goodluck Jonathan at his Otuoke home in Bayelsa. In a recent statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, Okowa revealed that the incident was disturbing and shameful because GEJ is a peace-loving man who has always preached peaceful politics. He added that GEJ is a great patriot and he did not deserve to be attacked in his home town or anywhere else. His words, “I join men of goodwill in condemning the attack on former President Goodluck Jonathan, who has been a great patriot…
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Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh has shared her family Christmas card pictures for 2019, and it features her son, Andre. Flaunting the pictures on Instagram, she wrote, “May the birth of Jesus bring a significant Grace into your life, business, children and family..HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO YOU FROM ME AND MINE…” See the photos, Lovely.
Frenchman, Eric Cantona has said Manchester United play football like an old man having sex, and it will only lead to disappointment. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team have found it hard to be consistent this season, as they sit eighth in the Premier League after 18 games. Cantona added that despite their poor performance in recent times, the club still occupies a special place in his heart. According to Eric, there is nothing pretty about watching the team under Ole and seeing the squad use graphic imagery to get his point across. His words, “Manchester United occupies a special place in…
President Muhammadu Buhari has begged the United States of America to make sure that its sources of information on Nigeria involves every sector. He revealed this as he received Letters of Credence of the U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Ms. Mary Beth Leonard, at the State House, Abuja, on Tuesday. PMB added that some people might give incorrect and false narratives for self-serving purposes, ignoring the aim of a united nation. He added that his conscience is clear that he is honoring the office as president. “I sit here with a clear conscience. I took an oath and I am honouring…
Ex BBNaija star, Alex has blasted a man who talks about how much he loves his wife on social media but cheat on her behind her back. She had her say as she wrote about “Detty December.” According to her, it is sad for married people and others in a serious relationship to cheat on their partners. She added that no one should go into a serious relationship if he or she is not ready. Her words, Do you agree?
Atletico Madrid youngster, Joao Felix has said he is no longer under the pressure of his €126 million (£113m/$142m) price tag and he has settled into life in Spain. Felix, who clocked 20 last month, became the 3rd-most expensive player in football history when he joined from Benfica in the summer. Coming in as part of a dramatic summer overhaul, Joao is still yet to fully blossom as expected with Atletico struggling to stay consistent, but the youngster feels the price paid for his transfer has stopped being on his mind. His words, “The €126m won’t weigh me down,” “But…
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC has revealed that from now on, nobody would be allowed to come to public office via the power of gun or manipulation. The declaration of zero-tolerance against electoral misconduct happened during the commission’s end of the year party held in Ibadan recently. The Oyo State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Barrister Mutiu Agboke, said INEC would ensure there is a level playing field for every party and candidate in all elections. His words, “INEC would continue to sustain the provision of level playing ground for all parties and candidates in any election. When we allow due…
Ex BBNaija housemate, Ifu Ennada, has shared an SOS message on social media she used to reach out to her debtors. According to her, they need to pay up because it is the Christmas season. She added that she does not really make N5M every day like she claimed years back. Ifu also hinted that borrowing people money will end in 2019 for her. Her words, “I don’t make 5millionaday a day abeg, I no be Dangote. Make una pay me my money. You know yourselves. When it’s time to borrow, ya’ll are cute and sorrowful, when it’s gone past…
Manchester United midfielder, Paul Pogba is on a different level to the rest of his team-mates at Old Trafford, according to Michael Owen. Pogba has faced a frustrating 2019-20 campaign so far, with a repetitive ankle problem causing him to miss more than 2 months of fixtures across all competitions. Paul finally made his long-awaited return to the pitch on Sunday, coming in during the 2nd-half as his team lost 2-0 at Vicarage Road. Speaking on the Frenchman recently, Owen hailed him for his impressive cameo at Watford, saying he is on a different level compared to other players in…
President Muhammadu Buhari has called ex-President, Goodluck Jonathan to sympathize with him after an attack by gunmen on his Otuoke country residence in Bayelsa. Buhari’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, confirmed this development in a statement in Abuja on Tuesday. PMB expressed his shock after the tragic and unfortunate attack that resulted in the loss of life for one courageous soldier. Hailing the soldiers on guard for preventing further damages, Buhari condoled with family members as well as officers and men of the Nigerian Army over the loss of one of the guards. He added…
Popular singer, 9ice who is set to walk down the aisle with his baby mama Olasunkami Ajala this December, has jumped on Instagram to pen down a heartfelt message to her. Alapomeji, who has a 5-year-old daughter with his baby mama, described her as his “long-time dream”. He also appreciated her for embarking on the journey with him. His words, “The Winning Team My long time Dream. Happy U agreed to Embark on this journey with me. Damaged Goods Turned Aging Truth Pure Through You And You Olasunkanmi Akande. #countdowntoforever #beautyand9ice” Congratz to him.
French midfielder, Paul Pogba is a world-class talent who is similar to Manchester United legends like Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes, according to Darren Fletcher. Fletcher believes Pogba can deliver as expected and everyone just has to know what he is in the team to do. He added that the Frenchman has to be allowed to play his football the way the legends played theirs. if we want to see the best of him. His words, “Straight away, adding the Pogba dynamic solves that problem of breaking down teams when you dominate possession because he will constantly try passes, he’s…
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB has come out to say that its agitation is not only for the liberation and well-being of Biafrans, but also for the improvement in the standard of living of every Nigerian. According to IPOB, Nigeria is trapped in the pit of corruption, backwardness, hardship, and totalitarianism and something must be done about it. The group also thanked every media house, print and electronic, online platforms, e-warriors and bloggers for their courage and unbiased views in the face of the dictatorial rule being experienced in the country. IPOB wrote, “We the global family of the…
Bill Cosby has blasted Eddie Murphy for the comments he made during his return to Saturday Night Live. Bill’s publicist, Andrew Wyatt in a statement released recently said it is disheartening that Eddie would make disparaging remarks against Mr. Cosby. He added that Eddie only sold himself as a Hollywood slave with his comments. It read, “Bill Cosby’s Publicist, Andrew Wyatt, responds to Eddie Murphy’s SNL Monologue: “Mr. Cosby became the first Black to win an Emmy for his role in I Spy and Mr. Cosby broke color barriers in the Entertainment Industry, so that Blacks like Eddie Murphy, Dave…
Ex-Arsenal midfielder, Samir Nasri has come out to say that he would play alongside Manchester City winger, Riyad Mahrez than Liverpool forward, Mohamed Salah. According to Nasri, Mahrez’s style of play is key to aiding another player’s development and he likes that about him. He added that he also chose Mahrez because of his origin and his style of play. His words, “Between Mahrez and Salah, I would prefer to work alongside Mahrez,” Nasri told Le Buteur. “Why? Because he is Algerian and I also like his style of play. “Mahrez is a collective player, while Salah is much more…
President Muhammadu Buhari’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, has said there is a cabal within the presidency. According to him, all presidents have people who advise them so it is not a sin. He added that the word “Cabal” has only being tarnished to destroy their own good standing in Nigeria. His words, “What is the meaning of a cabal? I just googled the Thesaurus and among many other definitions, what they are saying is that a cabal means ‘conspire, intrigues, mystique, occult, secret,” “There is no government in this country that we have had that…
Popular singer, Tiwa Savage has shed more light on her relationship with Wizkid. Even if Tiwa did not give a direct yes or no answer, she gave her fans something to think about with her reply. During her recent concert, Tiwa described Wizkid as a special one, saying their relationship is not a community relationship. She added that whatever she has with him is nobody’s business. Her words, “I may be older, but the older the berry, the sweeter the juice.” Is she making sense?
US legendary music producer and rapper, Dr. Dre just beat Taylor Swift to the title of music’s top earner of the decade. Dre, a.k.a Andre Romelle Young was the highest-earning artist of the past decade, according to Forbes. The producer reportedly earned $950 million over the past 10 years with his 20 percent ownership of Beats, after he sold his company Beats by Dre to Apple in a $3 billion deal. Taylor came 2nd on the list, raking in $825 million after clinching lucrative deals and selling rights to her first six albums from Scott Borchetta, the owner of Swift’s…
Rivers state governor, Nyesom Wike has come out to say that Seriake Dickson, outgoing governor of Bayelsa state, wrapped up plans to join All Progressives Congress (APC) but Timipre Sylva, minister of state for petroleum, prevented him. He revealed this at a recent press conference in Port Harcourt on Monday, December 23, 2019. Nyesom, who was responding to Seriake’s allegation that he sponsored APC in Bayelsa, said Dickson had a deal with the APC to lose in the state in exchange for protection from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after handing over. His words, “Dickson concluded plans to…
PSG forward, Kylian Mbappe has said he was flattered to find out that Barcelona legend, Lionel Messi was monitoring his football last season. Kylian pushed Messi to the limit in the previous season, with several memorable showings on the domestic stage after a successful World Cup with France. He scored 33 times in Ligue 1, with Lionel scoring 36 in La Liga. This competition with the football god has made Mbappe feel completely proud and he has hailed the Argentine genius. His words, “Instead of just putting my head under the covers and waiting calmly for the end of the…