State Governors from the South-East geopolitical zone have reached out to whom it may concern to provide emergency funding for the fast rehabilitation of the runway of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu. Chairman of the South-East Governors’ Forum and Governor of Ebonyi State, Mr Dave Umahi, made this request to PMB in Abuja on Thursday. Dave also added that the governors begged for the expansion of the runway to contain a bigger aircraft. His words, “During the repairs of the Abuja Airport runway, emergency funding was provided for the project. “We are seeking a similar intervention for the Enugu…
Author: David Folami
England coach, Gareth Southgate has said that he will not condone any decrease in intensity from players in his team plus he will not hesitate to drop footballers that are found wanting. Gareth is about to lead England to a Euro 2020 qualification vs Bulgaria today and then a clash vs Kosovo on Tuesday. Gareth wants England to qualify seamlessly so he has urged his boys to help him achieve that. His words, “We need to keep ramping up the pressure,” Southgate told reporters. “We know we won’t have as many high-pressure experiences in the next eight months or so,…
Nollywood actress, Lilian Esoro has shared her reaction to rumours that she is pregnant for actor, Blossom Chukwujekwu. Recent reports have said that the almost three-year-old marriage of Blossom and his wife, Maureen Esisi ended weeks back. Lilian Esoro, who was Blossom’s ex before married Ubi Franklin has also been reported to have returned to him and is even presently pregnant with his child. Reacting to the reports, Lilian shared a new photo of herself and her son, as he went back to school on Instagram and also responded to comments about the ongoing controversy. See their exchange on the…
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama, has disclosed that no Nigerian died in new xenophobic attacks that started from the suburbs of Johannesburg and rapidly spread to the central business district of SA’s largest city. Geoffrey said Nigeria is not set to ruin diplomatic ties with South Africa even if Nigeria has recalled its Ambassador to South Africa and boycotted an ongoing World Economic Forum (WEF) summit. His words, “We are not thinking to the stage of diplomatic ties called off. There are various options. We are not by any means at a stage where we are breaking diplomatic…
Wales winger, Gareth Bale has said he feels like he has been made a scapegoat at Real Madrid. He also said he is ready to reach an amicable conclusion with the Spanish giant over his future. Bale almost left the Santiago Bernabeu for Chinese club Jiangsu Suning during the transfer window after Zidane told him that he was not in his plans. The move was blocked in the end though, and Bale has started all three La Liga matches this season. He has now said he thinks he has been a target and he no longer plays with an happy…
President Muhammadu Buhari has said Nigeria is prepared to provide counterpart funding on all agreements reached with China for providing infrastructure that enhances the livelihood of Nigerians. He revealed this when he received Yang Jiechi, Special Envoy of the President of China, Xi Jinping, at State House, Abuja today. Buhari thanked China for her genuine efforts to enhance Nigeria’s infrastructure development, especially as regards road, railway, aviation, power and water resources. His words, “Now that we have a government in place (with the Ministers), we know the provision of infrastructure is very important. It (Infrastructure) provides job opportunities and economic…
Popular rapper, MI Abaga has apologized after intense backlash he received for supporting South African rapper, AKA. A tweet by AKA as per the xenophobic attacks that was blasted by Nigerians in South Africa was supported by MI Abaga and several Nigerians were not happy with that. Tendering his apology, he shared, “To everyone I offended yesterday I apologise.. It is always the right time for healing. I hope we can begin to listen to each other and discuss real lasting solutions. I know I will.” “I have been insulted and threatened so much. And though a part of me…
Roy Keane has blasted Sir Alex Ferguson’s man-management skills by saying he did not have the club’s best interests at heart when he was a manager. This might be payback because Fergie also criticized Keane in his autobiography released 6 years ago. Keane has now said he was not happy with the way Fergson treated some players during his stay. His words, “People talk about Ferguson’s man-management – don’t be kidded on by all of it,” “I was at the club when Bryan Robson left, when Steve Bruce left, two brilliant servants for Manchester United, and I didn’t like the…
Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has urged the residents of the state to reduce waste by recycling them as this can enhance their wealth. Sanwo-Olu gave the advice during the launch of the Lagos Blue Box Initiative held in Lagos on Thursday. According to Sanwo, recycling is our own major fortune earner for government and youths. His words, “In Lagos, 50 per cent of waste generated contained reusable resources, which can be channel into the economy of the state. “The recycling of waste encourages the use of another person’s scrap as a fixed stock for another person’s process. “It minimises…
Popular Nigerian rapper, Ikechukwu has spoken up about his sad experience with SARS operatives in Lagos. Sharing his story, the dope lyricist said, “I was kidnapped by sars lastnight. Two mins away from my house, taken to lagos island and made to exhaust my atm allowance or i would be killed and no one would know’. Not by armed robbers. But when u are robbed and they are armed fully, 5 ak-47’s. Blows to the head and bundled into a vehicle. Isn’t it the same thing. And then after you will now tell me our government is working. Things are…
Benched Manchester United midfielder, Nemanja Matic has said Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will need to accept the blame if the club fails to compete for the EPL this season. Matic, 31, has been a starter in United’s midfield since his move from Chelsea in 2017 but has played only 22 minutes this season after making one appearance as a substitute. Ole has preferred Scott McTominay to partner Paul Pogba in CM in the first four games, and they have only managed to win once, lose once and draw twice. Matic has now said he respects the coach’s decision and he is…
Ogun State governor, Dapo Abiodun has said he would not mark 100 days in office but would instead share his achievements with the people of the state today. Dapo, who said he does not fancy any celebration of the milestone, disclosed that the period would be the perfect time to share how he has performed in the first 100 days in office. He said this at Ogun State’s free medical screening initiative held at Ilishan High School, in Ikenne. His words, “I don’t know whether our administration will be marking a milestone. I think what we believe is sharing with…
Popular Max FM OAP, Murphy Ijemba has threatened to stop playing songs by Nigerian singers who shoot their music video in South Africa. Murphy disclosed this over the xenophobic attacks suffered by Nigerians in SA. The attacks have seen several Nigerian businesses and properties burnt or looted by terrible South Africans. According to them, they are tired of seeing foreigners in their country. Even if Nigerian artistes have been coming out to spread the peace message and condemn the attack, OAP Murphy Ijemba still thinks they should do more by not shooting their videos there. His words, “Any Nigerian artiste…
Villarreal winger, Samuel Chukwueze has said he is fulfilled and grateful to feature for the Nigeria national team. After playing well at U17 level, the youngster is still doing well, winning the Nigeria Football Federation’s Young Player of the Year award last year. Samuel was part of Gernot Rohr’s squad for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations. He was superb in his debut Afcon appearance, scoring in their 2-1 win over South Africa in the quarter-final stage. Speaking to GOAL recently, he has shared how happy he is to have gathered that Super Eagles experience. His words, “It is a…
Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde has pledged that his government would keep implementing policies that would see to the complete transformation of the state. Seyi made this promise today as he inaugurated a 20-classroom mega school at the Baptist Basic Schools 1&11 in Isokun, Oyo town. Gov Makinde also praised the immediate past government for starting the project even if they could not complete it. His words, “Education is considered the most important ideological state apparatus to ensure that the society largely conforms to its ideals and interest, so it is considered a fundamental human right.” He added that education…
Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels has surely been doing a lot of gyming for her beautiful body and she wants us to keep seeing it. The talented movie star recently jumped on Instagram to flaunt very hot pictures. Her caption read, “You shouldn’t have issues with me for no reason 🤚🤚.” See the picture, Stunning. Regina Daniels (born October 10, 2000) is a Nigerian actress and film producer. Daniels attended Hollywood International School and in 2018, Daniels proceeded to study Mass Communication at Igbinedion University. She started acting at the age of seven; her mother (Rita Daniels) is an actress. She…
Former Chelsea player, Cesc Fabregas has said it is not possible for us to see another Lionel Messi in the near future. Cesc and Messi spent three seasons together at Camp Nou with Messi winning two Ballon d’Ors during that time. Fabregas has now said Messi is one of a kind and there might never be another player like him. His words, “I think that’s probably impossible,” “We’ve seen the likes of Ronaldo and Ronaldinho, amazing players, but Messi has been the best for 15 years. He’s in his 17th season and he’s been the best since he was 18…
South African Foreign Affairs Minister, Naledi Pandor, has said Nigerians actually deal on drugs and engage in human trafficking and more criminal activities in Nigeria. Naledi said, “I would appreciate them in helping us as well to address the belief our people have and the reality that there are many persons from Nigeria dealing in drugs in our country.” “I believe that Nigerian nationals are involved in human trafficking and other abusive practices.” “These kind of assistance of ensuring that such persons do not come to our country will be of great assistance to our nation.” Pandor added that Buhari…
Nigerian rapper, Phyno as said he does not think any artist should be boxed. In a recent chat with Do2tun on Cool FM, Phyno stated categorically that he is not fully an Igbo rapper. His words, “Music is universal.. But they try to box rappers like, ‘He’s a rapper from the East (of Nigeria). Do you like that?” “Trust me, I think it’s a box. I should be proud of where I’m from, right? But then again, making it feel like my music is just meant for people in that region is a box already.” “Anything you put your energy…
Ex Liverpool midfielder, Emre Can has said he was very surprised when he found out that Juventus did not add him to their UCL squad. He said he is planning to have discussions when he comes back from international duty with Germany. Emre who joined on a free transfer from Liverpool in the summer of 2018 revealed that the club lied to him when he was considering a transfer to Paris Saint-Germain during the summer and it is a shocking news. His words, “It was extremely shocking for me,” “I received no explanation. This makes me angry. I am annoyed.…