Barcelona player, Lionel Messi has talked about how important the Ballon d’Or is. However, he believes even individual awards come down to team success. Lionel, 32, is a five-time winner of the prize, winning it in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2015. Only Ronaldo has won the award as many times and Messi and the Argentine believes it is a big honor, even if his fellow players at his club and country have been key to his success. His words, “It is a beautiful recognition and perhaps the most special was the first,” “It is something that comes from the…
Author: David Folami
Popular boxer, Floyd Mayweather has announced that he is coming out of retirement next year. He revealed this on Instagram with these words, “Coming out of retirement in 2020” In a different post, he added that his next step would be in collaboration with UFC. His words, “ana White and I working together again to bring the world another spectacular event in 2020.” This is coming after he confirmed his retirement in a recent interview with Rory Carroll of Reuters. His continued, “I’ve got calls to get back into the ring, but my health is my wealth,” “Boxing is a…
President Muhamadu Buhari has come out to say that he will not make the error of seeking a 3rd term in office. Buhari revealed this as he spoke at the opening of the ongoing National Executive Council meeting of the All Progressives Congress in Abuja on Friday, November 22, 2019. According to PMB, the constitution allows 2 terms and he does not plan to go beyond that. He added that age is not even on his side if he wanted to. His words, “I’m not going to make the mistake of attempting a third term. Besides the age, the constitution…
Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard has said Jose Mourinho is not right to say his Chelsea legacy was tarnished when he joined Manchester City in 2014. According to him, even if Jose feels that way, he still holds no grudge with his ex boss. He added that any move he made during his career after sealing his spot as a Chelsea legend did not affect his love for the club, and he has proved that by becoming their manager. His words, “At the time I didn’t feel it was quite right, I have to say that. It was directly after the…
Ex Heavyweight champion of the World, Anthony Joshua has talked about what he wants from fans after he fights Andy Ruiz this December in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The huge Mexican-American, Ruiz, surprised the boxing world when he defeated Joshua in 7 rounds in New York’s Madison Square Garden in June, but Anthony feels he will be hailed this time around if he reclaims the 3 heavyweight belts on the line. He added he will be fighting the best man in the world. His words, “I’m fighting the best man in the world now. I’m going to whup him, and show…
Zamfara State governor, Bello Matawalle has said he has ordered his security agencies to arrest and prosecute anyone that is behind the killings in the state. Because of the brutal killings, the governor has even vowed to arrest former governor Abdul’aziz Yari if the violence does not stop. He revealed this on Friday, November 22, 2019, as he received firearms surrendered by repentant bandits at the Government House, Gusau. His words, “I decided to take this action against the former governor because I observed that whenever he visited the state, there would be attacks and killing of innocent people immediately…
Justin Beiber’s wife, Hailey Baldwin marked her 23rd birthday recently and the singer made sure it was a day to remember. He jumped on Instagram to appreciate the love of his life. Flaunting a picture of them at their wedding, the singer had good things to say about her. His words, “Happy birthday babes! You make me want to be better everyday! ‘The way you live you life is so attractive.. ps you turn me on in every way. Next season BABIES.” HBN to her in arrears. LLNP. Hailey Rhode Bieber (née Baldwin; born November 22, 1996) is an American…
The Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions has revealed that Assets Management Company of Nigeria, which was launched by the government to buy back bad debts by banks is now a drain on Nigeria’s economy. According to the committee, something has to be done to change this. In a recent statement issued in Kaduna at the end of a retreat organized by AMCON, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions, Senator Uba Sani disclosed that the committee will reach out to the executive arm of government to tackle the AMCON challenge. His…
Arsenal football club needs more homegrown players, according to Robert Pires. The legend believes Unai Emery should target more English talents in the January transfer window because it will help him to address the lack of leadership in his team. He believes you have to be born in England to fully connect to how football should be played in the country and at Arsenal. His words, “The team needs so many ingredients in the squad. Physical, technical, some players with intelligence. Of course, we need leadership – and we need English players,” “We need English players because we are in…
Former BBNaija star, Thelma has shocked social media users with a new announcement. The reality TV star recently flaunted a beautiful car gift she received at her meet and greet. During her meet and greet in Lagos, she got the Mercedenz Benz CLA250 AMG during a meet n greet organized by fashion brand, Cuvedo. Her words on Instagram, “You see God, he is so faithful. Today I became an ambassador to one of the leading fashion stores in Nigeria @cuvedo_ and was gifted a luxury car (Benz). Guys please let’s shop all our outfits from the billionaires clothing brand @cuvedo_…
Nigeria’s Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire, has come out to say that the Federal Government is not pleased with the efforts made by stakeholders to guarantee biosafety in Nigeria’s health sector. Osagie feels the country is not just burdened by infectious diseases but also battle to use technology for the prevention of the spread of pathogens. He added that even if they are not where they want to be, they have been making steady progress. “We recognise that we are not yet where we want to be, but we are aware of many of our weaknesses and making good progress.…
Everton manager, Marco Silva has said he is sure Moise Kean will not be leaving the club in January. The ex Juventus striker’s future has been uncertain after his dad admitted that moving to Goodison Park was a “mistake.” The youngster has not scored in his 9 EPL games and rumor has it that he might go back to the Serie A when the transfer window reopens, with AC Milan and Roma being reported as potential destinations. Speaking recently, Marco Silva said the youngster is going nowhere. His words, “No, definitely not. It doesn’t make sense for us. “The situation…
Nollywood actor, Blossom Chukwujekwu’s estranged wife, Maureen Esisi was recently dragged into an exchange with a troll after she flaunted an Instagram post in which she revealed the biggest lesson she has learned in 2019. According to Maureen, the biggest lesson she has learned this year is to never force like a relationship, conversation, love and so on. She added that anything that is forced is not worth fighting for. A troll then replied that she was only missing her husband. Her response, LOL. Blossom Chukwujekwu is a Nigerian actor, who made his professional acting debut in 2009. In 2015…
Wife of Ekiti State Governor, Erelu Bisi Fayemi, has come out to say that early detection of cancer cells in the body is best for the quick treatment of the disease. She urged female Ekiti residents to go for free breast and cervical cancer screening at the Adunni Olayinka Wellness Centre, at the premises of the Ekiti State Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), Ado-Ekiti and other designated centres in the state. Mrs. Bisi revealed this during the commencement of Ekiti Breast and Cervical Cancer Screaming Awareness Week at the School of Nursing in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital. According to her, the state…
Inter Milan coach, Antonio Conte has given his players a piece of advice on how they can have sex with their partners. He begged them to only have sex for short periods and opt for positions where they are under their wives. He added that he demands seriousness from his players and they have to adhere to his rules. His words, “I advise my players to have sex for short periods, with the minimum of effort and use positions where they are under their partners and preferably with their wives. Because then you don’t have to be exceptional.” “As soon…
Nollywood actress, Regina Chukwu is a happy woman right now. The reason for her happiness is the admission of her teenage kids into the university. Regina is grateful to God for how far he has brought her and her children because it has been a heck of a journey. See pictures, Her words, “Hey kiddos it’s your matriculation today and i cant but thank God for how far he has brought us, I am tearing up as I type this… it’s been a heck of a journey so far, I can’t even begin to recollect, so I chose to count…
Ex Executive Secretary of the National University Commission, NUC, Prof Julius Okojie has said the future of education in Nigeria rests solely in the hands of our Private Universities. He shared this as he delivered a lecture at the maiden convocation of Edwin Clark University, Kiagbodo, Burutu Local Government Area, Delta State. According to him, one main advantage of private universities is their stability since the public ones are plagued by strikes from time to time. In the lecture titled “Private Universities and Future of University Education In Nigeria,” he added some public university students end up spending over 8…
Inter Milan striker, Romelu Lukaku has said he had no choice but to ask for an exit from Manchester United when Ole told him he might’ve to play on the wing. The Belgian wrapped up a £73 million ($94m) switch to Inter from United on August 8, ending his underwhelming two-year spell at Old Trafford. Ole decided to make Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial his first-choice pairing upfront this year, and this led to Rom deciding to quit the club. According to Lukaku, he was not willing to be anything else but a striker. His words, “I first learned to…
Popular singer, Banky W who joined politics months back has now hinted at a possible return to music in 2020. According to him, he plans to release at least one album next year. He revealed this on Twitter as he replied a tweet from a fan who talked about how he is missed in the music industry. See what he shared, We cannot wait. Olubankole Wellington (born 27 March 1981), popularly known by his stage name Banky W and credited in film as Banky Wellington, is a Nigerian singer, rapper, actor and politician. Banky W was born in the United…
The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Oyo State has asked the police and other security agencies to probe the role of Governor Oluseyi Makinde before, during and after the governorship polls in Kogi State. Seyi Makinde had temporarily relocated to Kogi few days to the November 16 until Sunday. The APC, in a statement by its Assistant Publicity Secretary, Mr. Ayobami Adejumo revealed that they are “seriously worried” about the cases of violence reported in some parts of Kogi. The party had this to say after the election, “Especially as this connects the incumbent governor of our dear Oyo State,…