Ondo State governor, Rotimi Akeredolu has praised the verdict of the Supreme Court which upheld the election of President Muhammadu Buhari. According to Gov Rotimi, “the real victory of the legal process belongs to Democracy.” He revealed this in a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant to the Governor On Media and Publicity Ojo Oyewamide. His words, “At last, the seeming suspense over the 2019 Presidential Election and its attendant legal issues has come to an end. The pronouncement of the Nation’s Apex Court as regards the petition remains a very welcome development. As he congratulated President Buhari as…
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Barcelona legend, Lionel Messi has been likened to an illness that can’t be cured according to Valladolid director, David Espinar. Messi dazzled with 2 goals and 2 assists in Barcelona’s 5-1 La Liga smashing of Real Valladolid days back, which lifted Barcelona to the top of the table. After watching him play, David could not help but shower the Argentine with deserved praises. His words, “Messi is a smallpox, but there is no vaccine,” “He is an admirer of Ronaldo Nazario, and our president has already said that he admires him. “It’s a mutual feeling, and Ronaldo will have been…
Disqualified BBNaija, Tacha has deactivated her Instagram page. This decision has shocked many as her followers did not expect such a move. According to the rumor on social media, Tacha was buying fake followers, got caught, saw her followers reduce drastically and then decided to deactivate to not expose herself. There is however no proof to back this rumor as of yet. We cannot only hope she returns soon for the sake of her followers. What do you think is her reason? Big Brother Naija, formerly known as Big Brother Nigeria, is a Nigerian reality competition television series, based on…
The Independent National Commission (INEC) has urged the media to deliver exact, objective and professional reporting of the polls as they ready themselves for Kogi and Bayelsa governorship elections. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, said this during the commission’s consultative meeting with the media on Wednesday in Abuja. According to him, even if INEC does not like censoring the media, it is best for everyone to stay away from fake news. His words, “The best antidote to fake news is more openness and transparency. We are open to verification of information either through our state offices or the national headquarters…
PSG star, Marco Verratti has extended his contract at the club. The amazing midfielder recently penned a new deal that will keep him at the French club until 2024. His former deal was supposed to expire in 2021, but PSG has acted fast by tying their most successful player ever down for more years. The Italy international joined PSG from Pescara in 2012 and has made 290 appearances for the club, contributing 48 assists to go with his nine goals while winning 22 trophies along the way. Veratti had this to say, “I think I’m coming to the most important…
Popular movie producer, Kemi Adetiba has named comedian, Ayo AY Makun, the Nollywood Box Office King. She jumped on Instagram today to disclose this after AY shared the poster for the sequel to his 2018 hit, “Merry Men.” AY Makun flaunted one of the two official posters to “Merry Men 2.” yesterday and Kemi had her say in his comment section. AY responded by calling Kemi Adetiba the “King Of Boys.” See what AY shared, For the movie, AY paired rave actress, Regina Daniels and BBNaija’s Alex with Iretiola Doyle, Nancy Isime, and Linda Osifo for lead female roles. AY,…
President Muhammadu Buhari has celebrated educationist and philanthropist, Chief Afe Babalola, who clocked 90 yesterday. Buhari prayed for longer life, good health and strength for the amazing Nigerian. He did all this via a statement in Abuja yesterday, where he urged Afe’s family members, friends and professional colleagues to join in celebrating the special citizen. His words, “Buhari believes the bright and resourceful lawyer and farmer has every reason to be thankful to God, considering the many rungs he had to climb, and obstacles he had to overcome to get his education and start a rewarding career that turned out…
Manchester City youngster, Eric Garcia has said he is not afraid of an EPL challenge if Pep decides to give him a shot. The teenager has started 5 times for the club, all in the Carabao Cup, and has never lost a game so far. Being a defender, Garcia has now said he is ready to step up if the injuries affecting the center-backs at the club keep making Pep run out of options. His words, “With these games, it helps to be ready if someday I have the opportunity to play,” “These type of games are the ones that…
Popular comedian, Kevin Hart has talked about what his recent accident has made him realize about his life. Hart was involved in an accident in July while driving his Plymouth Barracuda which he bought to mark his 40th birthday. According to the comedian, it was a reality check that he has to stop living the fast life. His words, “Basically, what you realize is that you’re’ not in control. No matter how much you think you’re’ in control, you’re not in control and at the end of the day, it can all be over. “When God talks, you gotta listen.…
The Independent National Electoral Commission has said it is not thinking about the electronic transmission of results in the Bayelsa State governorship election. This information was disclosed during a press conference in Yenagoa, the state capital. According to the Resident Electoral Commissioner in charge of the state, Mr Monday Udoh, “There is no server in Bayelsa State. Do I have a server here (in INEC office)? So, I don’t have a server to transmit results to.” He said voting on election day would be done manually and results of the poll cannot be transmitted electronically. He added that INEC is…
Donald Trump Jr has shared his two cents on Kanye West’s new album titled “Jesus is King,” and he also seized the opportunity to blast “Leftists”. According to Donald Trump Jr, Kanye is cracking the culture code and his recent album shows him at his fearless, creative and dangerous best. He also subbed the leftists, saying they keep trying to “silence those who are speaking truth.” His words, “Kanye West is cracking the culture code. @kanyewest’s new album #JesusIsKing is the epitome of fearless creativity and “dangerous, unapproved” ideas. Leftists always try to silence those who are speaking truth. They’re…
Chelsea coach, Frank Lampard has come out to say that Manchester United’s youth players can be compared to the talent in his own club even if Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes Chelsea has the edge because of the club’s loan system. Ahead of today’s Carabao Cup round-of-16 clash at Stamford Bridge between both teams, Ole said Chelsea’s youth were more experienced that was he has at his disposal because a lot of the young players have gone on loan. However, Lampard did not totally agree by saying the youth players from both clubs are comparable. His words, “[Marcus] Rashford’s a young…
House of Reps member, representing Njikoka/Dunukofia/Anaocha Federal Constituency of Anambra state, Hon. Valentine Ayika has said the closure of Nigerian borders will eventually kill the economy and increase the rate of suicides in the country. Hon. Valentine revealed this at a press briefing yesterday. He disclosed that even if the policy might be a positive one for our future, it can destroy the economy and cause depression. His words, “Border closure will kill our economy and even increase suicide rates in Nigeria because there are many people who are into import business with a chain of dependents, so what do…
Foster daughter of ex-President, GEJ, Faith Edwards and her husband, God’swill recently stepped out in style to a colorful event. The couple shook Nigeria 5 years ago when GEJ organized a talk-of-the-town wedding for them. See recent pictures of them on their way to the event, Stunning. Goodluck Ebele Azikiwe Jonathan GCFR, GCON (born 20 November 1957) is a Nigerian politician who served as the President of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015. Prior to that, he served as Vice-President of Nigeria from 2007 to 2010 and as Governor of Bayelsa State from 2005 to 2007. Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson…
Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard has said his club rejected interest in Kurt Zouma during the transfer window after the defender impressed on loan at Everton last season. Zouma played regularly for Chelsea in pre-season, with Antonio Rudiger out with a long-term knee injury, and has become a frequent starter under Lampard this season. Everton did try to sign the Frenchman this summer after his impressive outings at the club but Lampard was too happy with Zouma’s performances and his partnership with home-grown defender, Fikayo Tomori, to let him go. His words, “He has been fantastic,” “There was a belief that…
Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Hajiya Sadiya Farouq has said the N-Power Programme is a blessing from President Muhammadu Buhari to Nigerian youths to help them earn a decent living. She disclosed this during her visit to N-Power beneficiaries at the Public Service Institute on Tuesday in Abuja. According to her, the programme will make young Nigerians a global player in businesses and entrepreneurship. Her words, “This N-Power training programme is President Muhammadu Buhari’s gift to you as Nigerian youths: this programme is also to make you a global player as far as businesses, entrepreneurship and…
Ex Real Madrid striker, Predrag Mijatovic has begged the Spanish club to allow Bale to leave the club if that is what he wants. According to Predrag, Madrid should sanction his exit even if it will make them miss out on a transfer fee. He feels a decision has to be made if the player is no longer motivated to remain at the club. His words, “Madrid wanted to sell him over the summer but they couldn’t find a solution,” “A decision needs to be made … he has three years left on his contract and that complicates things. “In…
Popular singer, Wizkid has shared a brief but beautiful birthday message to his third son, Zion, who clocked 2 yesterday, 28th of October, 2019. Wiz, who is presently on break after a successful Starboy Fest which held in Manchester, London and Paris, jumped on Twitter to tell the world how much he loves for his boy as he wished him a happy birthday. His words, “Zion’s day, Love you my blood, my light my everything.” See the photo he flaunted, Cute. Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), known professionally as Wizkid (sometimes stylized as WizKid), is a Nigerian singer…
Chief Executive Officer, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has begged the National Assembly to enact a bill that would ensure Nigerians in the diaspora would be eligible to vote during elections in the country, wherever they are across the globe. She revealed this before the House of Representatives Committee on Diaspora, chaired by Rep. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe (APC-Oyo), to defend the commission’s 2020 budget on Tuesday. According to her, this move will be a legacy for everyone concerned. She then begged the legislators to amend the law to make electronic voting a possibility. Her words, “Diaspora voting is in…
Arsenal coach, Unai Emery has said he has the backing of the influential son of the owner Stan Kroenke despite the team’s current inconsistent form and problems surrounding captain, Granit Xhaka. The younger Kroenke, Josh, was present at the Emirates on Sunday as the Gunners gave up a two-goal lead to slip to a draw with Crystal Palace, and the dropped points were more terrible when Xhaka blasted his own fans for booing him out of the pitch. However, Emery has said he knows the results have been underwhelming but he believes he has the faith of the owners who…