Former BBNaija star, Khloe has jumped on social media to blast how some Nigerians love to cling to celebrities. According to the fashion designer, the zeal to be around celebrities these days is actually a sign of desperation and it annoys her. She then advised anyone doing this to be calm and wait to be invited, instead of choking these stars. Her words, “The hunger to be around so called celebrities, want them to be their rider (obviously you ain’t theirs), want to dine, wine and party with them. That shiii annoys me and it is called being DESPERATE. Let…
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Chelsea defender, Cesar Azpilicueta has said Tammy Abraham can be the EPL’s top scorer at the end of this season. After his goal vs Aston Villa last night, Tammy now has 11 goals in 14 games in the league, sitting behind only Jamie Vardy in the race for the Golden Boot. Speaking on his scoring form recently, Azpi said the youngster is more than a poacher and he thinks he’ll push Vardy for the award this term. His words, “He has the potential to go even higher,” “We know we are still in December with a lot of games but…
The Programme Director of the European Centre for Electoral Support, Maria Mauro, has come out to say that the level of poverty in several 3rd world countries, including Nigeria, makes it impossible to eradicate electoral crimes. Maria revealed this in Abuja on Wednesday during the public presentation of a report by a non-governmental organisation, NESSACTION, on the recently concluded governorship elections in Bayelsa and Kogi states. According to her, since the socio-economic situation of the people is poor, they can easily be led astray. Her words, “It is very difficult to limit some of the electoral crimes (observed in the…
Well, the Dakolo family has definitely put the rape saga behind them. The proof lies in a recent photo Timi Dakolo flaunted on Instagram. The picture shows he and his family in a very happy mood and we are also happy for them. See the picture, Lovely.
Barcelona star, Lionel Messi has come out to say that he voted for Liverpool player, Sadio Mane to win the Ballon d’Or and it is sad that the Senegalese finished 4th behind Virgil van Dijk and Cristiano Ronaldo and himself. Mane claimed a share of the Premier League Golden Boot in 2018-19, narrowly lost out on the EPL title to Man City before working extra hard to lift the UCL title with his club after a miraculous comeback vs Barcelona in the semifinal. Speaking recently on the African missing out on the Top 3 slot, Messi said he voted for…
The Kogi State Government has reacted to the memo in circulation requesting political office holders to state the election results of their Polling Units. Answering questions from journalists in Lokoja on Tuesday, the Director-General of Media and Publicity to the Governor, Kingsley Fanwo the noise surrounding the memo was not necessary. According to him, it is simply a normal data collation for the purposes of research and planning and it is far from being a political vendetta. His words, “Our attention has been drawn to an internal memo illegally circulated on the social media and the mischievous meanings read into…
Nollywood actor, Jim Iyke has said he was forced back into acting when he received the script for a new movie titled “Seven and A Half Dates.” He disclosed this as he reacted to the news that the movie made its debut on the global streaming platform, Netflix. His words, “I must say, the script compelled me back into acting.” “Creativity, uniqueness and a lot more. I just couldn’t afford to not be part of this movie. The cast members are incredibly talented. I always choose my script very carefully and when I got the script for Seven and a…
Belgium forward, Eden Hazard is a major doubt for Real Madrid’s Clasico clash with Barcelona on December 18. This is coming after the Spanish club revealed the complete extent of the ex Chelsea player’s ankle injury. Hazard suffered a knock during a UCL clash vs Paris Saint-Germain and Real has now said the little magician suffered more than a small bruise. Their statement read, “After the tests carried out today on our player Eden Hazard by the Real Madrid medical services, he has been diagnosed with an external bruise on his right leg. “His recovery will continue to be assessed.”…
Ex-Governor of Abia State, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, who has been sentenced to 12 years imprisonment, over N7.65billion fraud, by a Federal High court sitting in Lagos, was heard saying “2023, here we come” as he was led out of the court by the Correctional Service officers. The politician was also heard asking prison warders, “where are you taking us to?” as he begged the prison warders not to handcuff him in public. He wiped tears from his eyes with a white handkerchief as the judge read an abridged version of the 228-page judgment. Orji Kalu’s associate, Udeogu, was sentenced…
Former BBNaija housemate, Ifu Ennada is tired of being a beauty businesswoman and has decided to quit. In a recent video, the actress was seen crying heavily as she announced the closure of her business, Beautifuennada. She had this to say, “I can’t do this anymore…I’ve tried. I don’t know what God wants from me, I don’t know why this happened now… @beautifuennada is now in God’s hand. I’m done for now.” However, some fans believe this is a media stunt for a new product she might be releasing soon.
Liverpool forward, Sadio Mane would’ve won the Ballon d’Or if he was from Brazil or Europe, according to Senegal player, Cheikhou Kouyate. Mane was 4th in the final standings with 347 votes from the panel of world football journalists, behind winner Lionel Messi (686 votes) of Barcelona, Liverpool team-mate Virgil van Dijk (679) and Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo (476). However, Kouyate has said even if Messi is probably the greatest footballer ever, no player was better than Sadio Mane during the year under review. His words, “For me this Ballon d’Or is for Sadio Mane, there is no doubt about…
The South West chapter of the People’s Democratic Party, (PDP) wants the instant review of the Electoral Act to aid electronic transmission of election results to collation centers in future elections. PDP revealed wants the 8th National Assembly to look into the amendment of the electoral act passed by them and vetoed by President Muhammadu Buhari. The party revealed this in a communique issued after a stakeholders meeting of the South West held in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. According to them, the amendment stands for an immediate solution to the election challenges experienced in the country. PDP added that…
Soul Snatcha of the famous Nigerian gospel music group, Rooftop MCs has lost his wife. Soul, who got married to his wife for eight years before her demise, revealed that she died six days ago. Since her death, lots of Nigerians have come out to say amazing things about how caring she was when she was alive. Soul wrote, “True saints don’t die. We multiply “It’s been 6 days since you have been gone, 6 days since my heart was forcefully ripped out. It’s still hard to breathe. “People have been coming in large numbers and saying amazing stories of…
Tottenham player, Dele Alli believes arrogance and overconfidence was his club’s doing in their 2-1 defeat vs Manchester United on Wednesday. Tottenham was seen as favorites before the game after back to back victories vs West Ham and Bournemouth over the last fortnight. However, United ran the show with Rashford, who beat Paulo Gazzaniga at his near post to give United the lead after only 6 minutes. Spurs midfielder, Dele Alli then netted his 4th goal in three games when the 1st half was about to end but Rashford went on to score the decisive goal after a foul from…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has begged traditional rulers to groom their subjects on how to react positively to vote-buying and selling. Mr. Adedeji Soyebi, Board Chairman, The Electoral Institute, the research arm of INEC disclosed this at a news conference on Kogi and Bayelsa election organized by NESSACTION, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) in Abuja. According to him, vote-buying and violence were a major problem during the Kogi and Bayelsa polls and it is the duty of every Nigerian to get rid of the bad act. His words, “Another aspect which is glaring is the issue of vote exchange;…
Simi has shared her reaction to what Festus Keyamo, the Minister of State for Labor and Employment, had to say about the social media bill. Earlier, Festus wrote, “Those so-called overnight Social Media ‘activists’ who oppose the Social Media Bill should first stop blocking those who irritate them with insults, unblock all those they have blocked and apologize to them. You can’t be intolerant and ask others to be. Practice what you preach.” Reacting, Simi said since we are in a democratic era, the citizens should not be told how to freely talk about the politicians they should be voting…
Manchester United players reduced the pressure on their coach, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer with a 2-1 victory vs Tottenham and ex-boss, Jose Mourinho at Old Trafford. English winger, Marcus Rashford netted twice as the team ended a run of three games without a win ahead of their clash vs Manchester City in the derby on Saturday. Rashy beat Paulo Gazzaniga at his near post to give United the lead after only 6 minutes. Spurs midfielder, Dele Alli then netted his 4th goal in three games when the 1st half was about to end but Rashford went on to score the decisive…
The Ekiti State House of Assembly Committee on Finance and Appropriation have been applauded for showing commitment to quality budgeting in the state. Chief of Staff to the Governor of Ekiti State, Hon. Biodun Omoleye who praised the committee recently sating their input in the 2020 budget will surely aid the social and economic transformation of the state. He added that the House has shown massive interest in making sure the budget stood for development. His words, “I can see the passion of the Chairman on Appropriation Committee. I noticed that she is also a thoroughbred professional which shows she…
Ghollywood actor, John Dumelo wants the law against polygamy to be canceled. According to him, a lot of married men have side chicks who also perform the duties of a wife. He added that under customary law and Mohammedan law Cap 129, a man is actually allowed to marry more than one woman. The movie star added that polyandry should also be legalized for women so they can also marry more than one man. His words, “Under customary law and Mohammedans law Cap 129, a man can marry more than one woman. Under the marriage Ordinace Cap 127, a man…
Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has to sign a new striker and one midfielder in January, according to Gary Neville. He believes fellow club legend, Ole has to send some money to get his backfiring again in the new year. Gary thinks the Norwegian needs to strengthen his squad in 2020 if he wants to silence speculations over his future. His words, “Ole needs to spend the owners’ money in January,” “He is doing what I call a ‘pure job’. He is essentially clearing out Van Gaal and Mourinho’s players and tried to bring in players who were young…