President Muhammadu Buhari has asked for exemplary conduct of non-partisanship on the part of election and law enforcement officials in Saturday’s governorship polls in Bayelsa and Kogi. Buhari, in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu in Abuja on Thursday, said that voters must be allowed to decide who will lead them for the next four years. He urged everyone concerned to carry out their functions with fairness and transparency and without any form of hindrance. His words, “I call on voters in Bayelsa and Kogi to exercise their franchise in a peaceful…
Author: David Folami
If Jurgen Klopp can finally win the EPL title for Liverpool, he will never have to ask for anything again at the club, according to Chris Kirkland. It has been 30 years since Liverpool last won the league, and despite winning the UCL last season, everyone at the club still see the EPL title as the trophy needed the most at Anfield. Speaking recently, ex-Red, Chris believes Klopp will be a hero if he finally achieves it for the club. His words, “Amazing. I’ve always been a Liverpool fan and my first game was when I was seven years old…
Popular singer, Davido, who is presently in Dubai with his entire squad, took everyone on a shopping spree for some designer wears. He flaunted pictures of them posing with Fendi and Gucci shopping bags and then wrote: “Took whole squad shopping!! ! 30BG.” See picture, Lovely. David Adedeji Adeleke (born November 21, 1992), better known by his stage name Davido, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer. Born in Atlanta and raised in Lagos, Davido made his music debut as a member of the music group KB International. He studied business administration at Oakwood University before dropping out to…
Popular election monitoring group, The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) has said violence is being planned ahead of the upcoming governorship election in Kogi State. The group revealed this in a recent statement. According to them, politicians are working towards disrupting the November 16 election. CDD added that it could be a bloody electoral process. The statement read, “Our findings from the observation of the pre-election environment point to a very volatile political environment, characterised by fierce rhetoric, threats of violence and actual incidents of violence,” Less than 48 hours to November 16, 2019, Kogi State Governorship election, political…
England manager, Gareth Southgate has tipped Harry Kane to break the England goals record after the captain’s hat-trick against Montenegro moved him to sixth on the all-time list. Kane netted a first-half treble as the Three Lions eased to a 7-0 win at Wembley on Thursday in their 1000th match, securing qualification for Euro 2020 easily. The Spurs striker increased his international tally to 31, moving him ahead of Alan Shearer, Tom Finney, and Nat Lofthouse – and getting him closer to Michael Owen, who has 40. Wayne Rooney holds the England record, after scoring 53 times, but Kane is…
Nigerian comedian, Jephthah Bowoto a.k.a Akpororo is marking his fourth wedding anniversary by showering praises on his beau, Josephine. Akpororo jumped on Instagram to share a picture of his wife and himself. His caption read, “Happy 4years anniversary to us @jojosplace_vantage it’s just like yesterday I remember traveling to Ibadan 4/5 times in one week just to be with you love won kill me, I am so blessed with you because you came into my life at the right time. Happy 4years anniversary and forever to go 🤴👸😘🥰😍❤️.” Congratz to him. Jephthah Bowoto, popularly known and referred to as Akpororo,…
Ahead of the gubernatorial election in Kogi and Bayelsa State on Saturday, November 16, 2019, President Muhammadu Buhari has warned governorship candidates in the 2 states to accept the result of the election when it is released. In several tweets, Buhari told voters in Bayelsa and Kogi to vote in line with the laws of Nigeria. He also urged law enforcement officials to let voters exercise their franchise without harassment and intimidation. His words, “Law enforcement officials must ensure that citizens are allowed to vote without harassment and intimidation and any attempt to steal or hijack ballots must be stopped…
Raheem Sterling’s fight with Joe Gomez on England duty earlier this week was blown out of proportion, according to Roy Keane. Sterling clashed with Joe Gomez after reporting for international duty, leaving the Liverpool defender with a scratch below his right eye. The 2 players battled on the pitch last Sunday during Liverpool’s 3-1 Premier League win over City at Anfield, and tensions grew at the England camp the next day. However, Keane believes their quarrel was not as serious as the media is making it. His words, “Speaking from experience, having been a manager seeing players having fisticuffs, and…
Popular South African rapper, AKA has asked Burna Boy to apologize to him before visiting SA for his billed performance. On Twitter, he wrote several tweets and demanded an apology from Burna for the statement he made a few months ago during the xenophobic attacks in South Africa. His words, “Ek se …@burnaboy all we want is an apology. We know 🇿🇦 is not perfect. But we took you in as our own before you reached these levels. You say you are an AFRICAN GIANT, prove it. “Leadership. I am willing to swallow my pride and put an end to…
Nigerian senator, Ibikunle Amosun has revealed why he is sponsoring a bill seeking the establishment of South West Development Commission. According to him, it is for the development of the people and the South West region. The bill “South West Development Commission (Est, etc) Bill, 2019” was read for the first time during plenary on Thursday. Mr. Amosun added that the bill is co-sponsored by other lawmakers from the South West. His words, “But of course you will notice that there is no way the Nigerian nation can be described without some kind of prominent mention to those from the…
Juventus defender, Leonardo Bonucci will be happy to see Cristiano Ronaldo back on the pitch for Portugal and he is not bothered about the player’s recent form for his club side. Ronaldo has been subbed off in his past two club matches, reportedly leaving the stadium before full-time last time out against AC Milan. Maurizio Sarri said he took him off because of a bruised knee, but he has still been blasted for his recent performances. Speaking recently, Bonucci has said he will not focus on recent events but will rather support Cristiano to return from the international break and…
American based Nigerian rapper, Princess Vitarah has flaunted new racy pictures of herself posing in only bra and panties with garter belt and stockings. See the photos, What say you? Princess Vitarah is a Nigerian-American rapper, singer, and songwriter. Princess Vitarah was born in the United States, but raised in Nigeria. In the summer of 2015, she moved back to the United States to pursue a career in music. Princess Vitarah began her career by releasing music through the internet in early 2016. She earned public recognition after two of her songs, “Nigerian Pussy” and “I Want 20 Inch Dick”,…
The Federal Government has said it plans to stop the importation of steel materials into the nation. According to FG, this move will encourage local investors in the sector. Mr. Olamilekan Adegbite, Minister of Mines and Steel Development, revealed this during a familiarisation visit to Kam Industries Limited, a privately owned steel industry in Ilorin. He added that FG will eventually stop the importation of steel materials into Nigeria as soon as it attained self-sufficiency in steel production. His words, “My ultimate aim is that we ban steel importation into the country totally. “But then, before we do that, we…
Tottenham striker, Harry Kane has said England’s 7-0 victory vs Montenegro in Euro 2020 qualifying at Wembley yesterday is a sign that the squad has moved past the Raheem Sterling and Joe Gomez quarrel. Kane scored a hat-trick as Gareth Southgate’s team qualified for next summer’s tournament in style, celebrating England’s 1000th official game with a wonderful performance. Speaking after the game, Kane said Sterling and Joe Gomez’s bust-up is old news. His words, “We made the decision as a group, the gaffer spoke to me and a few of the other senior players in the team, and then [this…
Pastor Fatoyinbo was recently victorious in court after the rape allegations labeled against him by Busola Dakolo, and his accuser has now reacted. According to Busola, she is happy she eventually overcame the challenge to confront her biggest fears and horrible experiences from her past. She added that she already won when other ladies started getting inspired by her boldness. His words, “I have just been briefed by my lawyers on the court’s ruling in the matter before it pertaining to my stand against injustice represented by the reprehensible actions of Mr. Biodun Fatoyinbo and, in light of the present…
The Minister of State for Petroleum, Mr Timipre Sylva, has said the Court of Appeal in Abuja has granted the All Progressives Congress (APC) a stay of execution on the judgment delivered by the Federal High Court nullifying the primaries of the party. Timipre, who disclosed this in a news conference in Yenagoa recently, said the APC would partake fully by contesting in the Saturday governorship poll. He added that the judgment nullifying the primary was a biased move in the first place. His words, “I must tell you that the judgment nullifying the primary was clearly a bias one…
England manager, Gareth Southgate believes his team still has a lot of work to do defensively if they want to compete for the Euro 2020 trophy next summer. The Three Lions defeated Montenegro 7-0 on Thursday but goalkeeper Jordan Pickford was forced to make good saves from time to time, with John Stones and Harry Maguire guilty of poor defensive work. Speaking after the game, Southgate admitted the fragility at the back. His words, “The attacking playing in the first half, in particular,” “Really good movement and super quality of passing and crossing, and really good finishing. “We know we…
Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh is happy over the dismissal of photographer, Busola Dakolo’s case against COZA pastor, Biodun Fatoyinbo. Immediately the news broke, Tonto jumped on Instagram to celebrate what she feels is a victory for the pastor who founded the church she attends. Flaunting the pastor’s picture, she had this to say, “Glory #PB….You can’t mock God, I celebrate with Pastor Biodun.” Do you think the controversial pastor is truly innocent? Tonto Charity Dikeh (born 9 June 1985) is a Nigerian actress, singer and humanitarian. She was featured in a movie titled Dirty Secret, which generated controversy among Nigerians…
Governor Nasir El-Rufai has begged the people of Kogi state to re-elect Gov. Yahaya Bello for a second term. He also urged the people to forgive the Governor for his past mistakes and reelect him as governor for a second term on the platform of the APC on Nov.16. He shared this as he spoke during the grand finale of the APC governorship campaign at the 25,000-capacity Confluence Stadium, Lokoja. His words, “When you are young, you make mistakes. Please, I am kneeling down on my knees to beg you. Please, forgive whatever wrong he has done to you. “I…
Zlatan Ibrahimovic intends to end his career in Italy, according to LA Galaxy head coach, Guillermo Barros Schelotto. Zlatan disclosed on Wednesday that he will not be renewing his contract with MLS side the Galaxy, where the 38-year-old arrived from Manchester United in 2018. Napoli, Bologna, AC Milan, and Roma have been tipped as his next destination, and Guillermo Barros Schelotto believes that he will end his career with either Napoli or AC Milan. His words, “He does not know what he will do now. “He is a wonderful player, but I don’t know what his next step will be…