Sex contributes to the rise of Boko Haram fighters, according to researcher and Deputy Director at the National Defence College, NDC, Abuja, Dr. Yusuf Abubakar Mahmud. He believes this is the reason why they target young secondary school girls and also why packets of condoms and enhancing drugs are found after a lot of military raids. Dr. Yusuf also believes a few religious preachers have aggravated the violence from the terrorist group via the indoctrination of the followers and false preaching. Mahmud added that FG has to do something about the regulation of public preaching by religious clerics in the…
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Nollywood veteran, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has been honored with a doctorate degree from the first private university in Nigeria, Igbinedion University, Okada, Edo state. She disclosed this on Instagram recently. She also flaunted lots of pictures of herself dressed in an academic gown. Her caption read, “Say what? Lol… Before the official pictures… Dr. Mrs. Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, MFR. 🚀 #igbinedionuniversity #Godisdoingit.” See pictures, Congratulations to Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde.
Brendan Rodgers has been hearing about several rumors linking him with the Arsenal job and he has come out to say that he has no reason to look elsewhere. Rodgers has been praised for his remarkable job at Leicester City, with his team currently 2nd in the English Premier League table. Speaking ahead of his clash vs Watford on Wednesday, Brendan said he has a contract at his current club till 2022 and the club is not ready to let him go. He added that the links to Arsenal is only normal plus they are a fantastic club. His words,…
Minister for Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi has come out to say that he does not regret siting the Transportation University in Daura, Katsina. He disclosed this at the groundbreaking of the university on Monday. According to him, the decision was not made for him to make any gain and he only did it with the thought of maintaining the infrastructure he will be building, since education is very important. He thanked CCECC and the Chinese government for making the dream come true. His words, “When we sited the factory at Kajola, there was no noise, nobody debated about it, nobody abused…
Popular singer, Simisola Ogunleye a.k.a Simi has jumped on social media to say good things about her husband, Adekunle Gold. It was started when Adekunle flaunted a picture of himself on Instagram, rocking a blue trouser with a blue coat paired and white sneakers. Responding, Simi admired her man and wrote that she could take all the cash in the outfit. See the pic her hubby shared, Lovely.
President Muhammadu Buhari has hailed the Federal Ministry of Transportation for convincing the China civil engineering company (CECCC) to construct a university of transportation in Daura, Katsina state. He revealed this during the colorful ceremony of the newly established university in Daura on Monday. According to PMB, the institution will rapidly develop Nigeria’s transport sector while also being an academic and non-academic employment opportunity for citizens. He added that his government is focusing on reshaping the transport sector especially the construction of rail lines, roads, and other transport-related utilities. Buhari then said he and everyone working with him would keep…
Arsenal’s new signing, Nicolas Pepe did not feature in the 2-2 draw vs Norwich City because of his training performances, according to their temporary manager, Freddie Ljungberg. As the Gunners chased a win in the 2nd half, Freddie decided to bring on 18-year-old attackers, Bukayo Sako and Gabriel Martinelli, leaving Nicolas on the bench. Speaking after the game, Freddie said he made up his mind on his team selection after seeing the players in training. His words, “[Nicolas] Pepe is a very good player but I try to go off what I see in training and what’s being done everyday…
Nollywood actor, Saidi Balogun is currently mourning the death of his mother, Alhaja Jolade Balogun. The movie star announced the demise of his mum on November 27, 2019 with these words, “GOOD NIGHT MAMA MI JOLADE OMO OLOMU APERAN. Rest in peace.” His co-actors have now joined in the mourning and a lot of them expressed their sadness at this new reality. Bukola Awoyemi had this to say, “Accept my condolence sir.” Hafiz Oyetoro wrote, “Rest in peace Mama.” Tayo Sobola shared, “May her soul rip.” Mercy Ebosele also said, “May her soul Rest In Peace.” Kemi Afolabi-Adesipe wrote, “May…
Rhythm FM OAP, Toke Makinwa has jumped on Instagram to flaunt new photos and we must confess, they are very hot. In the pics, she rocked a stunning black matching two-piece. See the pictures, Beautiful.
Nigeria’s First Lady, Mrs. Aisha Buhari has engaged 5,000 out-of-school students in WAEC and NECO tutorial classes across the 21 local government areas in Adamawa State. State Supervisor, Future Assured Foundation, Alhaji Yau Babayi, revealed this during the graduation of 600 women and youths, trained in several skills acquisition and entrepreneurship skills in Yola. Yau said that the foundation was set up by Aisha Buhari to aid and empower women and youths across the state. He added that the training was meant to support the less privileged youths who could not pass WAEC and NECO examinations, but still want to…
Cristiano Ronaldo might have a huge problem with Maurizio Sarri, according to Antonio Cassano, with the ex-Real Madrid player left angry by recent decisions from the former Chelsea coach. Recall that Sarri substituted CR7 in back-to-back games vs AC Milan weeks back, even if the manager eventually came out to say that it was because of injury concerns. However, ex Italy international, Cassano does not believe that and has said there must be some kind of dispute between them. His words, “I think Ronaldo has a big problem with Sarri. “Everything started with two consecutive substitutions, which will irritate any…
Popular rapper, 50 Cent, and his bae, Jamira Haines marked their Thanksgiving with a romantic vacation in the Bahamas over the weekend. His beautiful girlfriend jumped on her Instagram stories to flaunt stunning pictures from their vacation, and in one of the photos, they were both loved up in the jacuzzi. 50 Cent and Jamira Haines made their red carpet debut at the premiere for the 6th season of Power in August. See pictures, Lovely.
Winner of the supplementary senatorial election for Kogi West, Smart Adeyemi, has urged Nigerians to forgive the bad display by his co-contestant, Dino Melaye during the recent senatorial polls in Kogi State. According to him, the misdemeanor did not represent the real character of Okun people and he was not pleased with how Melaye turned him and the people of the area into objects of ridicule. He revealed this as he thanked the people for returning him to the Senate. He also vowed to not let the people he will be representing down in any way. His words, “I want…
Crystal Palace player, Jeffrey Schlupp has hailed his teammate, Wilfried Zaha for his positive attitude in the face of trying moments. Zaha was brilliant for his club in their 2-0 victory vs Burnley on Saturday, netting the first goal before Schlupp scored the 2nd. However, it was far from an easy afternoon for Zaha as he was persistently booed by Burnley fans. Speaking recently, Jeffrey believes Zaha enjoys the harsh treatment from opposition fans and he uses it to improve his game. His words, “He comes in for some stick from the opposition fans, but I really think he enjoys…
French youngster, Kylian Mbappe joining Liverpool is very possible, according to Stephen Warnock. Stephen believes the only obstacle is that the PSG striker wishes to win the Ballon d’Or during his football career. He feels there is absolutely no reason for the best talents to decline an opportunity to work with a manager like Jurgen Klopp. His words, “I just think because of the way Liverpool have elevated themselves in the last couple of years under Jurgen Klopp, people are now putting stories together linking them with the best players in the world,” “Let’s be honest, why wouldn’t they want…
APC in the United Kingdom has urged every elected official of the party to concentrate on coming through with their promises. According to the party, there should be less attention to the controversy surrounding any call for the sack of its National Chairman, Mr. Adams Oshiomhole. Leader of APC UK, Mr. Ade Omole revealed this in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Abuja while reacting to the disputes within the party. His words, “This is a rallying call to all APC leaders and members at home and abroad to unite behind comrade Oshiomhole and focus…
BBNaija Pepper Dem runner up, Mike Edwards has shed some light on how to remain faithful as a man in a marriage. Mike revealed this recently and it has generated a lot of reactions. According to him, he keeps getting the question and his simple answer is him falling in love with the most incredible woman ever. He added that sacrifice is very vital in any marriage. His words, “How do you stay faithful? I get asked this question a lot lately and despite the obvious reason of falling in love with the most incredible woman whom I get to…
Ex Juventus coach, Massimiliano Allegri or Napoli manager, Carlo Ancelotti can be a quick fix for Arsenal if that is what the club wants, according to Lee Dixon. The London club is currently searching for a new manager after parting ways with Unai Emery. Lee thinks both managers will be good for the club because of their impressive CVs and he cannot wait to see what Stan Kroenke will decide. His words, “Where does he see the club going? Does he just look at balance sheets? “Is he integral to the fabric of the club about how they play, what…
President Muhammadu Buhari and his wife, Aisha have jumped on social media to mark 30 years of being together. In a recent Twitter post, Buhari flaunted a throwback photo of himself and his wife, and also shared a picture of their grown-up kids. Despite being famous for disagreeing on several issues, their love remains strong. Congratulations to the President and his First Lady.
Popular US rapper, Meek Mill has had his say on broke people who want costly gifts they themselves cannot pay for. According to him, he cannot understand why such a person should want the gift instead of just asking for the money outrightly. He added that he equally does not understand young guys who dress expensively but have nothing in their bank account. His words on Twitter “I can never understand a broke woman that want a Chanel bag as a gift … tell him/her you’d rather take the 5500! Vice versa for guys expensive clothes with no bank roll!”…