President of the Arewa Youth Consultative Forum, Alhaji Shettima Yerima has come out to say that they will fish out the conspirators who made sure ex-Governor of Abia State, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu was convicted. Yerima urged the Northern leaders to not abandon the governor to his fate because of Kalu’s long-standing relationship with the North. According to him, Orji’s ordeal is a political fight, not a fight against corruption and it all has to do with the 2023 elections. He added that the conspirators see Orji Kalu as a potential threat because of the possibility of the Presidency going…
Author: David Folami
Nollywood actresses have started giving out tips on how to stay safe during the coronavirus pandemic. The movie stars did this on behalf of the United Nations Children’s Fund and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control. Clips of Toyin Abraham and Bimbo Akintola have surfaced on the official Twitter accounts of the agencies and it is already going viral. Toyin Abraham even spoke in Yoruba in her video to reach out to more people.
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has postponed the 2020 National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE), into Federal Unity Colleges, earlier scheduled to hold on Saturday, March 28. Mr. Azeez Sani, Head, Information and Public Relations Division of the council revealed this in a recent statement in Abuja. According to Azeez, the decision was taken to curb the spread of Coronavirus (COV1D 19) in Nigeria. He added that it was NECO’s way of adhering to the several measures being put in place by federal and state governments. His words, “The management of NECO regrets any inconveniences the postponement might have caused our…
Chelsea midfielder, Pedro has come out to say solidarity is important amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis. The Spaniard revealed that he has even stopped thinking about his future at Chelsea because that cannot be the focus right now. According to him, Chelsea players have been in quarantine for a while now since Hudson tested positive but he is well now and the boys are happy for him. He added that materials are currently scarce to help those affected so it is good to see football clubs helping the way they can because he believes once we are united, we can…
Portuguese striker, Cristiano Ronaldo is presently on lockdown with his family members at his luxury villa that overlooks the Atlantic Ocean in Madeira, Portugal. The footballer was recently pictured in the gym showing off his six-pack and amazing muscles. The Juventus forward even posed with his family members, including his sisters Katia and Elma and niece, Alicia. See the picture, Lovely.
The Akwa Ibom state government has insisted that there is no confirmed case of coronavirus disease, covid-19, in the state. The state government revealed this via the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Dominic Ukpong, during a routine update on the global pandemic at Government House Press Center, Uyo, yesterday. According to him, if any case is reported and confirmed, the state will not hesitate to announce it via official quarters. He added that functional ambulances and rapid response teams are on standby to move suspected or confirmed cases as soon as they are confirmed. His words, “Let me use this…
Former Chelsea midfielder, Ces Fabregas has come out to share the reason he left Arsenal 9 years ago. Fabregas revealed that Robin van Persie and Samir Nasri were the only players on his level mentally and technically when he played at the Emirate stadium. According to him, he made up his mind to quit the club immediately he started feeling lonely because the team stopped competing with the elite on domestic or European fronts. He added that he gave everything to lead Arsenal to trophies and even went home to cry after losing some games as captain. His words, “I…
Popular Beat FM OAP, Toolz is currently feeling the effect of staying at home with her child during the coronavirus pandemic. The OAP revealed that her boy just broke the TV on the fourth day of quarantine. According to her, she wants a suitable punishment for him so she needs Nigerians to suggest something befitting. She added that she is also thinking about waiting until he is four or five years old before taking action. Her words, “Quarantine Day 4! Y’all come get your friend!!! How the hell do you punish a 1 year old?? Or should I keep the…
Ex Anambra state governor, Mr. Peter Obi has urged market leaders nationwide to only open their stores to sell important goods as Nigeria intensifies effort to curb the spread of Coronavirus. In a recent statement today, Obu asked for sacrifice on the part of Nigerians and begged everyone to abide by safety guidelines and precautions. According to him, focusing on essential commodities only would greatly decrease human traffic mostly witnessed in markets across Nigeria, especially in urban areas, and this will help to curtail the spread of the deadly virus. He added that we must all be alive first before…
Cristiano Ronaldo’s consistency makes me rate him ahead of Lionel Messi as the world’s best player, Pele has said. Pele, however, believes both players are not as good as he was in his prime. According to him, Ronaldo edges it when it comes to the greatest player of this generation because of his goalscoring prowess even if it is still a difficult choice. He added that Ronaldo is the most consistent player out there even if Messi is completely unforgettable. His word, “Right now I think Cristiano Ronaldo is the most consistent player out there, but you can’t forget about…
Queen Elizabeth’s first son and immediate heir to the British throne, Prince Charles has tested positive for coronavirus. It was confirmed that the 71-year-old royal had been diagnosed with the COVID-19 disease in a recent statement this morning. A spokesperson revealed that Charles is currently “displaying mild symptoms but otherwise remains in good health and has been working from home throughout the last few days as usual”. Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall are now self-isolating at their home in Scotland. The statement read, “The Prince of Wales has tested positive for Coronavirus. “He has been displaying mild symptoms…
Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki has gone into self-isolation after his close contact with the Bauchi State Governor, Sen. Bala Mohammed and Chief of Staff to the President, Abba Kyari, who both tested positive for coronavirus. In a statement on Wednesday in Benin, Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Communication Strategy, Mr. Crusoe Osagie revealed that the governor has sent in his samples for testing. According to him, Obaseki met Senator Mohammed at the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) and National Economic Council (NEC) meetings so there is a possibility that he could be infected. He added that the Edo…
Former Super Eagles striker, Odion Ighalo has added a much-needed physical presence to Manchester United’s attack and deserves a permanent contract, Rio Ferdinand has said. Rio believes Ighalo has done his bit to prove him wrong and he would be super pleased to see him given a full-time contract. According to him, the Nigerian is super excited to be at the club and he is ready to do whatever the manager says in training and during games, which is what fans crave for. He added that Odion has earned the right to become a full-time player at the club because…
Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels has come out to say she is chilling amid the coronavirus outbreak. The movie star recently jumped on social media to flaunt beautiful pictures of herself. Her words, “Self isolation and still chilling.” See the picture, LOL.
A financial expert, Mrs. Lolade Adesola has come out to say that Nigerians must be smart about their spending amind the coronavirus outbreak. Lolade believes this is the time for us to be indoors and block all leakages and wastage of money since it can affect employers of labour in the long run. According to him, the private sector might want to downsize if the situation worsens, which is why everyone must think wisely at this point. He added that Nigerians should conserve whatever they have now because things could get worse with the virus. Her words, “Let’s be indoor…
Popular Ghanaian footballer, Asamoah Gyan has called on celebrities to give back to the society in the fight against the coronavirus. The virus has infected over 435,382 persons worldwide, claiming 19,620 lives. According to him, the virus situation is getting serious and it is best for everyone to take precautions, stay at home, use their hand sanitizers. He added that the poor masses need the celebrities right now and it is their duty to show their support and join in the fight to end the virus once and for all. His words, “About what is going on right now in…
US singer and songwriter, Jackson Browne has tested positive for coronavirus. The 71-year-old singer shared this news recently but revealed that he has only “pretty mild” symptoms right now. According to him, he self-quarantined immediately he started noticing small cough here and there and a high temperature but he is currently recovering at his Los Angeles home. He added that he currently regrets travelling to New York for the Love Rocks show at the Beacon because staying at home would’ve kept him and everyone else around him safe. His words, “My symptoms are really pretty mild, so I don’t require…
The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi has come out to urge everyone that attended the African Magic Viewers’ Choice Award (AMVCA) held on March 14 in Lagos to self-isolate because they might have been exposed to COVID-19 infection. Akin revealed this today through his Twitter handle in Lagos. According to him, one of the attendees has tested positive and he is currently a confirmed case of COVID-19 in Nigeria. He begged those that attended to also reach out to the ministry’s Toll-Free line, 08000corona, if they notice any of the COVID-19 related symptoms. Abayomi added that Lagos…
Manchester United’s plans to sign Harry Kane might end in disappointment because of Jose Mourinho, Rio Ferdinand has said. Rio believes it is, however, a transfer any United fan will dream of because Kane guarantees goals in the EPL. According to him, the fact that Harry is a born goalscorer is the reason Mourinho cannot afford to let him go at this time since his team is lacking goals currently. He added that it will be hard for Jose to sanction a move that will affect his team greatly. His words, “Would I take Harry Kane now? Of course you…
Popular producer, Don Jazzy has blasted the Nigerian government. The music guru revealed that the country is currently facing the consequence of failing to build standard hospitals when they had the chance. According to him, their failure has been further exposed with their inability to travel at this time since other countries are cautious about who they let in. He added that this should be a wake-up call to our government to do something about the health industry, else, it might spell doom for us all. What do you think?