Legendary singer, Stevie Wonder, at a recent concert in London has disclosed that he will be taking a break from music to undergo a kidney transplant surgery. According to the pianist, the kidney transplant surgery will happen in September and he has a donor already. His words, “So what’s gonna happen is this, I’m going to have surgery, I’m going to have a kidney transplant in September of this year. I’m all good, I’m all good, I’m all good. I have a donor, it’s all good,” Wonder said. “I want you to know I came here to give you my…
Author: David Folami
Ajax defender, Matthijs de Ligt has agreed personal terms with Juventus according to the player’s agent Mino Raiola but both clubs are yet to agree a deal. As things stand, If there is no agreement, De Ligt will attend training with the Eredivisie title-holders tomorrow, and wait for a transfer to happen. Mino shared that the player himself is hoping for an agreement to be reached so his future can be sorted. Mino said to De Telegraaf, “Agreements have been made with Matthijs and it is up to Ajax how the club wants to deal with this.” “An arbitration case…
Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has said his government would work on innovative tech centres all over the state to tackle the problems of youths unemployment. Represented by his Deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, Sanwo Olu revealed this at a forum organised by the Eko Innovation Centre in Lagos. He noted that his government agrees that technology is the vital factor to an improved economy. His words, “Technology is the way to go. It is the way of the future and our administration is committed to leveraging on technology in delivering the megacity dream. “As a government, we will build innovation…
Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw has shared her reaction to the apology by Senator Elisha Abbo who was caught on camera assaulting a woman at a sex shop. The clip went viral and Nigerians blasted the Senator which compelled him to issue an apology. His words were, “It is with a deep sense of remorse and responsibility that I, Senator Ishaku Abbo (SIA) profoundly apologize to all Nigerians, the Senate, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), my family, friends as well as our mothers – the Nigerian women. “I personally apologize to Barbra and her family for my action towards her, which…
Former Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho rejected the biggest managerial offer in tfootball history of €100 million to take over a Chinese Super League team, Guangzhou Evergrand, according to reports. Jose has been jobless since he was fired by the Red Devils in December 2018. Reports have it that he was presented the opportunity to go back into management with a 3-year deal worth €30m-a-year, plus €10m bonuses, but he turned it down. Jose had a meeting with Guangzhou chairman, Xu Jiayin months back and despite rejecting the offer, remains good friends with the billionaire. Chinese side, Dalian Yifang recently…
Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has hailed Pa George Osayomore Gaius-Obaseki after his 90th birthday celebration. He praised him for his immense contribution to societal development. He said he is his role model who worked relentlessly for the benefit of his family. His words, “On this day of your 90th birthday, I celebrate you, dear Uncle, as you add another year and for your contributions to the family and humanity in general. “As you turn a new age on July 7th, I pray that God will continue to increase you in wisdom and bless you with many more fruitful…
Nollywood actress, Damilola Adegbite has shared her challenges with being a famous star and how she has dealt with the demise of her Chris Attoh’s wife, Jennifer Betty. When she was asked if she had contacted her ex since the death of his wife, she said, “Why not? He’s my son’s father, so I just had to. I don’t have a choice. I believe that whatever happened between us was destined to be that way.” “On this particular issue, someone’s life was involved, so, its very sensitive. No matter what happened between us, it is not good to wish someone…
Ex-South Africa defender, Jethro Mohlala has urged fans of Bafana Bafana not to put the team under pressure after they stunned Egypt at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) finals. South Africa’s team are through to the quarter-finals of the competition and a lot of people have backed them to go all the way to the finals and win it. However, Jethro does not want that kind of pressure for the boys. His words, “Look, I think many South Africans never gave the boys a chance based on how the results in the group stages came out. I believe…
After the Federal Government’s signing of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), the African Union (AU) Trade Policy Ambassador, Adetokunbo Kayode has asked for total commitment to its principles and activities. In a recent statement, he urged everyone involved to give their all for a collective benefit. He added that everyone must focus on making sure the Organised Private Sector (OPS) was involved in all steps of the agreement. His words, “The next stage is the ratification phase. The President has done the most significant aspect of it and it is now imperative for us in the OPS to…
Nollywood actress, Nkechi Blessing Sunday received several congratulations after news broke that she purchased a brand new car. However, the Yoruba movie superstar has disclosed that she did not buy the car but she nearly did. She shared that it was all a mix-up and she will never try to live a fake life. Her words, “Since this people want me to talk by force I will,I contacted @datboy_autos That I wanted a GLK and he sent me several pictures of diff types and I settled for one after plenty talk,After plenty talks we finally agreed on me swapping my…
Lothar Matthaus has blasted Bayern Munich’s Manuel Neuer for comments made by his agents over his future at his club. Neuer has been the number one keeper at the club but has been reported to be interested in moving away for a perceived lack of ambition shown by the German club in the transfer market. His agent, Thomas Kroth recently disclosed that Bayern are way behind their main European rivals and Neuer might need to sign for a different team to win the UCL again. His words were, “He wants to win Euro 2020 and he wants to win the…
Leader of Edo State All Progressives Congress (APC) youths, Hon. Valentine Aisuen, has urged employment seekers in Edo to seize the opportunity of the empowerment windows that Governor Godwin Obaseki’s government is bringing to them. Hon. Valentine Aisuen disclosed this during a tour of the Edo Production Centre in Benin City. According to Hon. Valentine, youths in the state must take advantage of the governor’s programmes for their own good. His words, “Our reason for coming to the Edo Production Centre is to see the things on ground and take the information to our constituency. “After this tour, we will…
Nigerian legend, 2Baba has urged Nigerians to stop practicing religion. He also begged everyone that cares to listen to desist from looking up to men. He said Nigerians have to be watchful and beware of scammers who come in the form of religion. His words, “Any god wey say make you judge another person na scam. Any person wey say God tell am to tell you anything na scam. “Any god wey say make you kill person for am na scam. Any god wey say make you give another man money for am to bless you na scam “Any god…
Former Lyon Star, Tanguy Ndombele has revealed why he joined Tottenham. The French footballer shared that Spurs boss, Mauricio Pochettino, played a vital role in his coming to England. His words, “Tottenham have one of the best managers in the world,” “The fact that he [Pochettino] wants you, it makes you want to come work with him. He was the one who shifted my decision. “It is difficult to describe but he knows how to touch people, to leave a mark on people. He looked at me in the eyes and said: ‘Come with me, I am sure that you…
The former senator representing Benue North-East Senatorial District in the Senate, Barnabas Gemade, has revealed that he does not plan to quit partisan politics right now. He disclosed this in Makurdi yesterday as he spoke with newsmen. He added that if he quits politics right now there will be no one to take over his good work. His words, “I can assure you that I am not going to quit politics because if l do, nobody would be there to be doing the things l have been doing for my people. “My people need me, Nigerians need me. My experience…
Morocco head coach, Herve Renard has revealed that he is to blame for his team’s surprising Afcon exit. Morocco lost to Benin Republic on penalties even after playing against ten men for several minutes. Renard feels no member of the team can be free of any blame. His words, “I will like to congratulate Benin for their win. They played according to a specific strategy and it worked,” “We did not find any solutions. We could have won but we failed. “We had high expectations but still had difficulties against those who adopted a defensive style. “I am responsible for…
Osun State governor, Gboyega Oyetola has described his victory at the Supreme Court as a call to service. He revealed this in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Adeniyi Adesina yesterday in Osogbo. Oyetola dedicated his win to the glory of God and to the people of Osun State, who helped him to achieve justice. His words, “It is indeed a challenge to us all to muster the courage and strength to do more. “We will work even harder to deliver on our campaign promises to you and to take the State of Osun to the Next Level.…
Ex BBNaija housemate, Oluwabamike Olawunmi a.k.a Bambam has shared some vital home training information for parents. The singer and actress disclosed that the recent reports of rape and molestations are so scary to her. She then begged parents to listen to their kids and pay attention to the discussions they have. Her words, “Parents please train your boys to be responsible and accountable men, flog entitlement out of them. Train your daughter to be responsible and accountable women smack entitlement out of them! Instil a sense of responsibility at am early age! Please! For a better future Nigeria.” “Stories are…
Manchester United boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is looking forward to more new signings for his team before the beginning of the new season. The Red Devils have signed Dan James and Aaron Wan-Bissaka for a combined £65 million and are still interested in Leicester defender Harry Maguire, Sporting Lisbon midfielder Bruno Fernandes and Newcastle’s Sean Longstaff. He spoke about how he looking forward to improving the entire team via preseason. His words in a recent interview, “We’re always looking to improve the squad and, all over the summer, I’ve been in touch with Joel [Glazer] and Ed [Woodward] and all…
Factional minority leader of the House of Representatives, Ndudi Elumelu has revealed that he is surprised that he got suspended from PDP by the party’s National Working Committee NWC). The PDP ordered Mr Elumelu and the other suspended lawmakers to present themselves for questioning, but none of them was available for the meeting. In a recent statement, Elumelu disclosed that he received the invitation to appear before the party very late ”by which time, he, the Deputy Minority Leader, the Minority Whip, the Deputy Minority Whip and all other lawmakers invited had travelled out of Abuja”. His words, “However, as…