The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has begged Nigerians to abandon their corrupt ways and join in the government’s fight against corruption. ICPC Chairman, Prof. Bolaji Owasanoye, also begged every citizen to accept integrity, transparency and accountability as the way to go if we all want the battle against corruption in Nigeria to be successful. Bolaji disclosed this at the 2019 United Nations International Anti-Corruption Day Celebration in Lagos. His words, “For the fight against corruption to succeed, Nigeria citizens should contribute their quotas,” “Its borders will become porous, criminality will fester and its insecurity may…
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Davido has reacted to the death of US Rapper, Juice WRLD at the age of 21. Known for his hot lyrics and dope style of music, Juice had jams that talked about his personal struggles, depression and relationship issues. Reacting to the sad news, Davido jumped on the gram to disclose that he was set to drop their collaboration before his demise. He added that Juice WRLD was his brother. He wrote, “D**n bro, we just about to drop this record!! RIP @JuiceWurld999.” R.I.P Juice.
Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard has said his club’s Champions League match vs Lille will be a key moment for his players, including the youngsters in his squad. CFC can seal their spot in the last 16 of the competition with a win in Stamford Bridge, while a draw will still make them qualify if Valencia should lose vs Ajax in the other Group H clash. Speaking ahead of the game, Frank believes his players must be at their best because it almost feels a knockout game. His words, “Yeah, they are crucial for the players. I was fortunate to have…
The Police Command in Plateau has told everyone living in Plateau State and Bukuru metropolis to stay away from obstructing public peace during Christmas via indiscriminate use of firecrackers. The command’s Police Public Relation Officer (PPRO), ASP Gabriel Ujah disclosed this warning in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Jos on Monday. According to Gabriel, the ban on use of firecrackers is still on, and officers would apprehend and prosecute anyone who is found wanting. His words, “We know that some people are still selling and buying knock-outs in spite of the ban on it in the…
Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh has jumped on social media to announce that she plans to have a kid again. Flaunting a no-makeup picture of herself which showed a pimple on her face, she revealed that her first pregnancy took away all her impurities. Tonto wrote that she was pleased for the imperfections her first pregnancy erased but they have all returned since she is yet to get pregnant since then. Her words, “CHILD BIRTH TOOK AWAY ALL MY IMPURITIES, I WAS SUPER GRATEFUL FOR THAT.. NOW I’M BACK TO FIGHTING ONE VERY STUBBORN PIMPLE🤦♀️🙆🏼♀️ . I THINK ITS TIME TO…
Barcelona’s door will always be open for Pep Guardiola, according to club president, Josep Maria Bartomeu. Josep has refused to rule out Pep’s return to the Spanish club because he chose to leave in the first place and the club never fired him. He, however, added that his return is not up to him and Ernesto Valverde is fully in charge at the moment. His words, “It doesn’t depend on me. “It was Pep who decided to leave, but the door will always be open for him at Barca.” For now, Ernesto Valverde is calling the shots at Camp Nou.…
Popular rapper, Cardi B has reacted to claims by some Ghanaians that she intentionally ignored them during her visit to the country. On Instalive, Cardi said she had a running stomach which stopped her from showing up at the meet and greet with some Ghanaian celebrities. She added that she does not ignore anyone and she actually respects people. Her words, “My stomach is messed up. Bitch, I have some m**derf**ker diarrhea. Don’t know what the f**k I ate, what I drank, my stomach is messed up. Y’all thought I was f**king canceling people? I don’t do that life. Ghanaians…
Nigerian society group, Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has blasted the presidency for comparing Omoyele Sowore and Olawale Bakare with the deadly terrorist group, Boko Haram. FG had said this in their recent statement days ago, “The Boko Haram militants, who are behind the violence, also fancy themselves to be fighting for some sort of revolution. “Nigerians do not need another spate of lawlessness and loss of lives all in the name of ‘revolution’, especially not one that is orchestrated by a man who makes his home in far away New York and who can easily disappear and leave…
Ex Ajax and Netherlands coach, Danny Blind has said Liverpool forward, Sadio Mane is the new Cristiano Ronaldo and a super modern footballer. According to him, Mane is a very complete player who has every quality an attacker should have. He added that he cannot compare Mane to Messi because he thinks he is so much more like the Real Madrid and Manchester United legend during his prime years. His words, “Sadio Mane is the new Ronaldo in world football. As an attacking player he is absolutely fantastic. I can go through all his qualities – and he is superb…
Nollywood actress, Adunni Ade has hailed popular rapper, Cardi B on social media after meeting her. In a long Instagram post, Adunni wrote about Cardi’s character. This came after recent controversy when Cardi B flaunted videos of herself twerking with some ladies on her Instastory, with Nigerians hailing her for it. Some people did not understand what the praise was about because they believe a Nigerian celeb would’ve been blasted for the same thing. Reacting, the movie star said people are always waiting for others to do bad so they can pounce on them. She added that she loves Cardi…
Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina has come out to say that there are millions of Nigerians who do not care about the re-arrest of Omoyele Sowore, the #RevolutionNow convener, by the Department of State Services (DSS). He disclosed this during a Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily programme as a reaction to the violent re-arrest of the politician at a Federal High Court on Friday. According to him, it is not true that several Nigerians are unhappy. He added that a lot of Nigerians are focusing on more important issues. His words, “I don’t particularly agree…
Ex Chelsea striker, Tony Cascarino has said Arsenal’s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was out of order for yelling at Joe Willock during their 2-1 defeat at home to Brighton last Thursday. According to Cascarino, it was wrong for him to do that to a young player who is still developing. Tony revealed that he expected better from the Gabon international. His words, “There was an incident with Willock on Thursday night where he takes a bit of stick from Aubameyang, which I thought was totally out of order,” “Aubameyang berated him. Willock’s a young kid coming into the game. It was totally…
Yomi Black is not happy with Toke Makinwa’s recent comments on Cardi B. Recall that the Rhythm OAP blasted Nigerians for loving the American rapper for the same things they hate Nigerian celebs for. Her words, “These are the issues. Nigerians Cardi B is so real, I stan. Your own celebs living their lives like her. Such a disgrace! Morally corrupt! Bad role model! So plastic! so crass! So unintelligent! So razz! So loud!” Yomi Black is angered by her comments. The comedian and Nollywood actor jumped on Instagram recently to blast the radio presenter, saying Cardi B has never…
New York State senator, Robert Jackson has told Nigerians and other black people across the globe that Africa is waiting for them to make it whole again. He revealed this at the premiere of a movie titled “We Are The Endless Roar (WATER),” in New York. According to Robert, Nigerians should be proud of their roots and do all they can to come together to develop Africa. His words, “Consul General you said Nigeria has approximately 200 million people and that one out of every African is a Nigeria, and it shows that we all came from Africa. “Africa is…
Jose Mourinho would’ve gotten rid of Anthony Martial if he was sacked as Manchester United manager, according to Gary Neville. Neville believes it would’ve been a wrong move because the young striker is worth persevering with. He added that Martial just needs a coach who can bring out the best in him at Old Trafford. He, however, said he still cannot say if the Frenchman is a world-class striker or a pretender. His words, “Martial, I think, Jose would have probably sold him or swapped him last season. “I think the club dug their heels in, probably the start of…
Nollywood actor, Bishop Umoh a.k.a Okon Lagos has flaunted a new picture of himself as his exercise sessions begin to pay off. Bishop, who is getting rid of his pot-belly revealed that he reduced his social media activities and trained hard to silence doubters just like Anthony Joshua. He then told Nigerians that he is happy to finally abort his pregnancy. His words, “May be it’s not only @anthonyjoshua who did minimal social media activities, dug deep, went hard in training for a result that checked insults I did! When next you are up against naysayers, come see this on…
After the statement from the Department of State Services saying that its operatives did not cause commotion at the Federal High Court, Abuja to rearrest Mr. Omoyele Sowore, on Friday, Mr. Femi Falana (SAN) has come out to say that the DSS team leader apologized to Justice Ijeoma Ojukwu for their invasion. According to the respected lawyer, the DSS operatives could not defend their conduct, which is why they apologized to the judge, who had to adjourn cases on her list after the incident. He said the recent statement from DSS is a self-contradictory press release and a failed attempt…
Arsenal has to follow Tottenham’s lead and appoint a proven manager, according to John Hartson. John believes the London club must do all they can to avoid taking a chance on current manager, Freddie Ljungberg. He added that a lot of managers will fancy the Arsenal job because it is a huge challenge. His words, “Arsenal can’t afford to dally, to pussyfoot around or give Freddie Ljungberg a chance. “He may be a favourite with Arsenal fans as a player but to manage Arsenal you need a bit more about you and a bit more experience. “There are good managers…
Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele Bello has lost her dad, Reverend G O Akindele. The movie star announced his death on her Instagram page today. She shared a picture of them together with these words, “Dad!!! May your soul Rest In Peace!! I tried Dad! I did!! We love you but God knows best!!! #iwishicanturnbackthehandsoftime” See the picture, May his soul rest in peace.
The seat of the jailed senator, Orji Uzor Kalu representing Abia North has been declared intact by the Senate. The politician was sentenced to 12 years imprisonment for corruption recently. According to Senate spokesperson, Senator Godiya Akwashiki, Kalu’s seat is retained until he has used up every legal option to prove that he is not guilty. Godiya said that the Nigerian constitution does not permit the arm of the National Assembly to declare the seat of any senator still facing trial or convicted by a lower court, vacant. His words, “The Senate has no reason to declare his seat vacant.…