Minister of Transportation, Mr. Rotimi Amaechi, has come out to say there is a tremendous improvement in the pace of work on the Lagos-Ibadan standard gauge railway line. He disclosed this as he spoke with journalists in Lagos after an inspection of the ongoing work on the Lagos axis of the Lagos-Ibadan rail line. According to him, the construction of stations has improved and mobilization of more staff to the sites has taken place. He added that in 2023, the project should be wrapped up. His words, “We agreed that we will come to site and see what they have…
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Lille boss, Christophe Galtier has come out to say that he cannot guarantee that Boubakary Soumare will still be at the club at the end of January. Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Tottenham have all been linked with the Frenchman recently after a brilliant start to the season in Ligue 1. According to Galtier, he has no clue where Soumare will be playing in February but he is sure that the player is still ready to do his best on the pitch for Lille till his future is resolved. He added that Boubakary is a technical footballer who wins possession…
Former BBNaija housemate, Bisola Aiyeola who recently celebrated her birthday has jumped on Instagram to dazzle her followers with more pictures from recent outing. The Nollywood actress, who is presently promoting a new movie she starred in decided to flaunt pictures of herself stepping out to watch it. In the pics, she rocked a stunning Ankara print dress, with her braids packed in a ponytail. The movie is titled “Sugar Rush” and it features Adesua Etomi and other Nollywood stars. Bisola added that her Friday promises to be a colorful one. See what she shared, Lovely.
There is a growing agreement among Governors of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC on what the best strategy for ending insecurity in their states is, according to Simon Lalong. Lalong revealed this today during the first quarterly meeting of the Governance Programme Steering Committee of the Progressive Governors’ Forum PGF. According to him, APC governors are concentrating on the general security of their states. He added that Nigerians must embrace peace because the latest killings by the Boko Haram sect happened to cause chaos between Christians and Muslims. His words, “The overarching objective is to identify common issues of governance that…
Former Ajax player, Frenkie de Jong agrees that he is yet to play his best football for Barcelona even if he does not regret his move to the Spanish club. As he battles to stay consistent for his new club, reports have said the Holland baller might be questioning his decision to join the La Liga giant. However, speaking recently, he revealed that he is happy with the choice he made because he is at the best club in the world. He added that he wants to give his best and have very wonderful years at the club. His words,…
Pan -Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, has warned the Nigeria Police to not try to cover up the killing of the popular alternative therapist, Alhaji Fatai Yusuf, a.k.a Oko Oloyun. Oko Oloyun died yesterday on the Eruwa-Igboora Road in the Ibarapa Central area of Oyo State and gunmen were responsible for his murder. Reacting in a recent statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Yinka Odumakin, the group begged the police to be thorough with their investigation because “this is another test to the capacity of the Nigerian police.” Afenifere added that his death proves the sad story of insecurity in Yoruba…
Popular singer, Asa has come out to say that internet criminals a.k.a Yahoo Boys emptied her account last year. She revealed this during a recent interview with Cool FM. The singer made the statement when she talked about her admiration for controversial Nigerian rapper, Naira Marley. According to her, she loves Naira Marley and she considers herself a Marlian. Her words, “I think I’m a Marlian. I love him, I think he is awesome.” She added, “Yahoo Boys emptied my bank account, but we won’t go into that.” Do you agree?
Paris Saint-Germain forward, Kylian Mbappe recently joked about what it feels like to be superstar, claiming that he cannot buy cheese without people gathering around to cheer him. Mbappe said that he admits that football has changed his life completely. According to him, it might not be easy to mix fame with his daily activities outside of football, but it is the life he chose and he accepts it. He added that he already knows that he is no longer the regular guy he once was. His words, “When I go outside, a crazy crowd forms,” “I can’t even go…
FG is insisting that Southwest Security outfit, Operation Amotekun, remains an illegal entity. The Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, revealed this in Abuja in a statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Dr. Umar Gwandu. According to him, Femi Falana saying Southwest states should first enact vital laws to back Amotekun vindicates FG’s current position of the security outfit. He added that no effort to hide the truth will work because it is clear for all to see. His words, “By asking for the state governments of the Southwestern Nigeria to “proceed to enact the necessary laws” in…
Famous dancer, Jane Mena, who got married recently, has come out to share a piece of advice to her fellow women. Flaunting a picture of herself posing seductively on a bed, she advised ladies to always date men that have an erection by just staring at them. According to her, such men are better than the ones that will need you to work your intercourse magic on them before they get turned on. See the photo she shared, Do you agree?
Liverpool forward, Sadio Mane wants to win the EPL and another UCL title at his current club. The Senegalese recently revealed that he is still very hungry to lift important trophies that are available for his club to win. According to him, if Liverpool is successful, then he is successful too. He added that he is ready to sacrifice himself for the team to make his dream come true. “Until the team is successful and I’m also successful, for me I think it’s necessary to sacrifice myself to give everything possible for the team, and the team will give me…
Adamawa State Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Reverend Father Dami Mamza has begged Muhammadu Buhari to sack his Security Service Chiefs immediately. Reverend Dami, who had his say while speaking to some selected Journalists in YOLA Wednesday disclosed that the Service Chiefs lack ideas to tackle the security problems the nation is facing. According to him, they have outlived their usefulness so there is no point having them around anymore. He added that Buhari should go for young officers with modern ideas that have what it takes to end the increasing insecurity in Nigeria. His words, “The Security Chiefs…
Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie has blasted the act of men going on one knee to propose marriage to a woman. The movie star believes this western tradition is not right and Igbos should not accept it. According to him, it simply means the man is handing over authority to the woman and she instantly becomes the head of the family. He added that the reverse should be the case because marriage in the Igbo tradition requires the lady to give her husband-to-be wine while kneeling on the ground. Do you agree?
Manchester United must sign Edinson Cavani before Chelsea gets his signature, according to Darren Fletcher. Fletcher believes the Red Devils must also pay anything it takes to make the Bruno Fernandes deal happen if they want to salvage their season. According to him, even if the money to get Fernandes increases, the club does not have a choice because they have to get the player. He added that Cavani is needed to replace injured Rashford. His words, “It’s a road they didn’t want to go down because they’ve been down it before but it may be needs must at this…
1st Republic Aviation Minister and Zikist Movement, Chief Mbazuluike Amechi has said the Supreme Court judgment that removed Emeka Ihedioha as Imo State governor is a robbery against the people that voted. Chief Mbazuluike, who disclosed this in a statement titled “Save this Nation” revealed that the judgment has brought dishonor to the Supreme Court of Nigeria and it is a shame to the country. According to him, the decision should be reversed immediately else the citizens will lose their faith in the judicial system. He added that the judgment should be reviewed to save the face of the Nigerian…
Nollywood actress, Empress Njamah has revealed that she and her mother were robbed recently. The movie star jumped on Instagram a while back to share the devastating experience with her fans and they have all thanked God for her life. According to her, it happened on the 30th of last month and several people died while some got injured. She added that it happened in traffic and it took place for about forty minutes. To show how grateful she was to be alive, she visited orphanage homes to give back to the less privileged. Her words, “The love and care I…
Liverpool does not need RB Leipzig’s Timo Werner because he does not suit the manager, Jurgen Klopp’s system, according to Steve McManaman. Despite the several attacking talents at Anfield, Liverpool are still in market for further reinforcements, and reports have kept linking them to Werner. Reacting recently, Steve said he does not think Liverpool is interested because he does not look like the kind of player the EPL leaders would target. He added that even if he is a proven goal scorer, stating categorically that he would get into a Liverpool team would be hard. His words, “I think he’s…
The Environmental Rights Action/Friends of the Earth Nigeria (ERA/FoEN) has urged the Federal Government and Buhari to inaugurate the Tobacco Control Fund as recommended in the National Tobacco Control (NTC) Act 2015 as soon as possible. The group believes the lack of funding for tobacco control in Nigeria is a very bad thing that cannot continue. According to ERA/FoEN Deputy Executive Director, Akinbode Oluwafemi, tobacco control has to be a priority for the Federal Government because of the threat it poses to the general well being of the people. He added that the health of citizens has to be of utmost importance…
Popular Hollywood actor, Nick Cannon has responded to the allegations from Orlando Brown that he has sucked his d*** before. In a recent clip shared online, Brown said “Nick, I let you suck my d***. You liked it and it was OK. But everybody knows you did it as a female.” Responding, Canon hinted that Brown had a mental health problem that is making him seek unnecessary attention. He added that Orlando actually needs help and he is very ready to assist him. His words, “When I first saw this I thought it was fucking hilarious!!!!But then after putting a…
Liverpool does not need to be looking at buying Kylian Mbappe for a hefty price because the youngster would represent a heavy risk at £250 million ($328m), according to Steve McManaman. Steve believes there is no reason to tamper with the squad harmony at the club all in the name of getting a superstar and smashing the world transfer record. According to him, even if he would love to see the Frenchman at LFC, he is not really needed at the club right now. He added that Divock Origi coming off the bench to support the attack is working at…