Manchester United legend, Ryan Giggs has aired his opinion on who is the better player between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. According to the Wales manager, even if he would always support his ex team-mate, Messi is actually a once-in-a-lifetime footballer. Ryan Giggs added that while he will keep speaking highly about Ronaldo, Messi has shown us all that he is a genius with these performances over the years. His words, “Obviously I lean towards Ronaldo a little bit because I played with him and saw him develop as a player. But Messi is a genius, he’s a once in…
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Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has come out to say that the loyalty of Nigerians to the nation is not something that can be negotiated. He revealed this today in Benin, at the opening ceremony of the Comptroller General of Immigration annual conference holding in Benin. The theme of the conference was “Migration Management in a Developing Economy: The role of NIS”. According to him, it is important for Nigeria’s border to be protected, and because Nigerians share political, ethnic and cultural affiliation with the neighbouring countries does not mean the nation should not safeguard its borders. His words,…
Famous controversial journalist, Kemi Olunloyo has said Davido’s dad is expecting a child soon with a 20 something-year-old girl. According to her, the grandad is set to have a child with the young woman and he has sent her to the USA to deliver her baby. She added that she is happy for him. Her words, “So happy for #BabaOlowo Deji Adeleke expecting a baby soon with his girlfriend. This lovely young lady in her late 20’s has been sent to America to coop like Chioma cooped in UK. Davido gets double joy. New baby & new sibling in 12…
Aurelio De Laurentiis has come out to say that Zlatan Ibrahimovic can be the driving force for Napoli if he decides to sign for the Italian club. Zlatan’s contract with LA Galaxy will end in December, and the 38-year-old who has played for Juventus, AC Milan, and Inter Milan has hinted that he would be pleased to go back to the Serie A. Reacting recently, Napoli president, De Laurentiis has said he would welcome the Swede with open arms. His words, “Ibrahimovic is a beautiful person, regardless of my Napoli team. “He can still do a lot and he can…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have begged the Federal Government to review and enhance the capacity of the Integrated Personnel Payroll System (IPPIS) to make it flexible before enrolling universities. Prof. Theophilus Lagi, the ASUU Coordinator, Abuja chapter, said this at a news conference in Gwagwalada on Thursday. According to him, the lack of flexibility of IPPIS has made it an invalid body to have a say in the peculiarity of the University system. He added that there is no clear proof that IPPIS can capture remuneration of staff on sabbatical, external examiners and earned academic allowance. His…
Nollywood actress, Sola Kosoko has wrapped up shooting for her new movie titled “The Voice.” The film features her father, Jide Kosoko and sister, Bidemi Kosoko. Sola Kosoko plays the role of lead actress and producer of the upcoming film. Other actors in the film are Micheal Okon, Ibrahim Chatta, Adunni Ade, Afeez Eniola, Jide Ogunlana, and Ewa Kalejaiye. She added that working with her dad and sister on the same movie set was an awesome experience. Her words, “It’s always a pleasure working with my father and sister on the same movie set because they are professionals. My dad…
Arsenal boss, Ray Parlour believes Manchester City forward, Raheem Sterling is better than Liverpool winger, Sadio Mane. The ex Southampton winger has been amazing for Liverpool after scoring 17 goals this year and providing 4 assists. Even with his amazing displays, Ray Parlour has said England international Sterling, who has netted 23 goals for Man City in 2019, is the better footballer. His words, “I thought he was 27 or 28. His career has been so good, you’d think he’d been playing for years and years, but he’s only 24,” “Would you put him as the third-best player in the…
Ex-Chairman of Arochukwu Local Government Area of Abia State, Chief Amah Abraham, has warned Senator Orji Kalu to desist from intimidating people from the zone with his security aides. Chief Amah said this after Kalu was reportedly escorted by more than 70 security personnel comprising army, police, DSS, civil defence, road safety officials and local vigilante boys, during his latest outing to Arochukwu. According to the Chief, Kalu was trying to make the people fear him ahead of a potential supplementary poll between him and Senator Mao Ohuabunwa as ruled by the election petitions tribunal sitting in Umuahia. However, speaking…
Biodun Fatoyinbo and his family are still on vacation and he wants everyone to know about it. The pastor recently flaunted more pictures from their vacation on his Instagram page. Check them out, Nice. Biodun Fatoyinbo is the pastor in charge of COZA. Commonwealth of Zion Assembly, commonly referred to as COZA, is a Nigerian church, headquartered in the city of Abuja. It was established in the city of Ilorin in 1999. Along with the headquarter in Abuja, the church currently has four branches in Ilorin, Lagos, Port Harcourt and Dubai. It is founded by Reverend Biodun Fatoyinbo. Pastor Biodun…
Los Angeles FC forward, Carlos Vela likes the idea of a loan move to Barcelona at the end of the MLS season. Vela said there is no way he can say no to playing alongside a player like Lionel Messi. The Los Angeles FC player was reportedly considered by Barcelona in January as they looked for a backup to Uruguay striker, Luis Suarez. Carlos even confirmed that the deal was “really close” but the short-term move broke down as Barca opted for Kevin-Prince Boateng instead, who hardly played during his 6 months at the club. Speaking recently on how he…
The Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Abiodun Ige Adams, has talked about how worried he is to see the closure of the Nigeria – Benin border. According to him, the closure is suspicious, and there will be consequences on the entire southwest. Gani Adams also begged the FG to do something about the Lagos – Badagry road, because such a move will improve the Nigerian economy and open potential tourism doors for the whole of Badagry. His words, “The road leading to Badagry town and its environs are in deplorable stage and nobody even cares.For the past seven years,…
Nollywood star, Lala Akindoju has said no one should be ashamed of repeating clothes. It is a norm for celebrities seen repeating dresses to be blasted because it is perceived as a lack of class that should not be exhibited by those who are considered stars. Popular actress, Tiffany Haddish was recently involved in this after she rocked her Alexander McQueen dress for the third time. She eventually had to make a statement about it. Her words, “I feel like I should be able to wear what I want, when I want, as many times as I want, as long…
Manchester United coach, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is happy with Brandon Williams’ debut for the club today. Williams, 19, and 18-year-old James Garner were 2 shock additions for Mufc’s Europa League visit to Partizan Belgrade on Thursday. Playing at left wing-back, Brandon played all 90 minutes of the Group L match while Garner started alongside Scott McTominay in midfield before being substituted for Andreas Pereira with 9 minutes left. Speaking after the game, Ole hailed the two youngsters for their impressive showing during the game. His words, “They did excellently,” “I thought Jimmy just grew and grew into the game, became…
President Muhammadu Buhari and Osun State governor, Adegboyega Oyetola have hailed an ex Registrar/Chief Executive of the National Business and Technical Examinations Board, Prof. Olu Aina, on his 80th birthday. PMB’s congratulatory message came in a statement by his Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina. It read, “The President salutes the octogenarian for his trail-blazing and shining example in promoting training in vocational and technical education, which are essential to fostering sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction in the country. “From a humble beginning as a primary and secondary school teacher in South-West Nigeria to a teaching assistant in…
Popular music CEO, and brother to singer Kcee, Emeka ‘E-Money’ Okonkwo, who is presently on vacation in Dubai with his family has flaunted an amazing picture of them posing together. In the pic, they all rocked different football jerseys. See the photo, Beautiful. E-Money is KCee’s brother. Kingsley Chinweike Okonkwo , better known as Kcee (sometimes stylised as KCee), is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He was formerly in the Hip Hop duo group called Kc Presh . He currently has a record deal with Five Star Music. He worked with Del B, a record producer known for producing the…
Ivory Coast legend, Didier Drogba has backed Sadio Mane to beat off his rivals and clinch the 2019 Ballon d’Or later this year after an amazing season for club and country. The Liverpool winger was named as part of the 30-man shortlist for the individual honor earlier this month after a fantastic one year. Mane was part of the Liverpool squad that won the UCL in Madrid and narrowly missed out on the EPL title by one point, even if he still won the Golden Boot for his many goals. For Senegal, the player also led his country to the…
Nollywood actress, Empress Njamah is a proud animal lover. The movie star recently flaunted a picture of herself and her dog flying business class and it is a sight to behold. See another photo, Wow. Empress Njamah is a Nigerian actress. In 2012, she was nominated for best supporting actress at the Africa Movie Academy Awards, but lost out to Terry Pheto. Njamah’s parents are of Nigerian and Cameroonian origins. She is a graduate of English from Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ogun State. She once dated Timaya, but the relationship ended after being a subject of discuss on social media. Commenting…
Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed, has come out to say that Nigeria’s N25.7 trillion debt is not anything to worry about. Mrs. Zainab said there is nothing to be bothered about because, despite the international and domestic debt stock, the country is not in a debt crisis. According to her, Nigeria’s problem is not debt related, but revenue generation. Her words, “We have heard repeatedly that Nigeria is inching towards a debt crisis and we have consistently said that Nigeria does not have a debt crisis. Our total borrowing rate is just under 50 per cent…
Manchester United defender, Aaron Wan-Bissaka has come out to say that his plan as a young footballer was to become a striker like Thierry Henry. The ex-Crystal Palace player said he saw the Frenchman as his role model. According to Bissaka, he wanted to be the target man instead of being the player stopping the forwards from having their way, but his coaches realized he was better as a defender. He added that the one thing that inspired him to try to be a forward was the goals, because he loves scoring. His words, “Growing up I looked up to…
Ex governorship aspirant and APC member, Prince Tonye Princewill has hailed the several diplomatic shuttles by President Muhammadu Buhari, saying such trips and most especially, the recent one to Russia was important to right the wrongs of 16 terrible years of PDP. He said Buhari is the No. 1 diplomat of Nigeria and no diplomat remains in one place. According to Tonye Princewill, Buhari is Nigeria’s Chief Sales Officer and he needs to visit other countries for things to improve. He added that it is even more compulsory for the President to do this because he needs to erase the…