Recently, Nigerian producer, artist manager, singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Bankulli granted an interview where he spoke about his career, his come-up, his career as a manager and connector. During the interview, Bankulli also talked about how D’Banj met Kanye West at an airport in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. He was D’Banj’s manager at the time but D’Banj laughed off his narration. Reacting yesterday, Bankulli wrote that D’Banj is into drugs and has done so much evil to a lot of people that they both know. He then urged the singer to change his lifestyle. His words, “Hmmm… I was thinking…
Author: David Folami
Holland coach, Ronald Koeman has said it is possible for him to coach Barcelona, but it will have to be after Euro 2020. Director of football at the Dutch Football Association, Nico-Jan Hoogma, said last month that Koeman has a clause in his contract that permits him to head to the Camp Nou after next summer’s European Championship. Admitting the clause recently, Koeman himself has now said a move to Barca can happen in the future. His words, “[Joining Barcelona] is a possibility, but only after Euro 2020,” Koeman told a news conference. “I don’t know if I’ll keep [talking…
Vice-President, Yemi Osinbajo has come out to say that ex-national chairman, All Progressives Congress, Chief Bisi Akande shared identical views with the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo on the importance of education in building the mind and aiding nation-building. Osinbajo said both men agreed that a developed human mind would end up meaning good governance. Speaking at the public presentation of a book, The Challenges of Good Governance in Nigeria, in Abuja to honor Chief Akande, the Vice President added that this was why Awolowo earmarked 41 percent of the budget of the defunct Western Region to education. His words, “A…
Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh is giving some thoughts to what her dad was doing when billionaires like Aliko Dangote were getting rich. The movie star shared this as she reacted to the large sum of cash DJ Cuppy received from her billionaire father, Femi Otedola and Aliko Dangote for her charity organization According to Tonto, her dad is only handsome, but not rich. Her words, “5billion!!! No no no I am not angry I am just here wondering what my father was doing when Dangote was getting richer??? I need to know if he just went to God for a…
Ghana captain, Andre Ayew has talked about how hosting South Africa in the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in Cape Coast is an added boost to get all 3 points in their clash on Thursday. In what would be their first challenge since a poor Round of 16 exit at the 2019 championship, Ghana are about to face Bafana Bafana in a Group C matchday one fixture in the race to Cameroon 2021. Because of recent disappointing games in Egypt, the Black stars need a good result to make amends today. Speaking ahead of the clash, Ayew said, “It…
Zamfara State governor, Bello Matawalle has come out to say that he has wrapped up plans to revive 5 abandoned ginneries in the state. Gov Bello revealed this yesterday when officials of the State Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture paid him a courtesy visit at the Government House, Gusau. He also talked about the contractual agreement between him and the Afreximbank which involves a one billion dollar investment in Zamfara. His words, “One of our plans, which has already began, is the contractual agreement between us and the Afreximbank where a total of one billion dollars will be…
Annie Idibia clocked 35 recently, Wednesday, November 13, 2019, and she has revealed plans to celebrate it with an all-white themed grand party. The Nollywood actress disclosed this on her Instagram page. Annie Idibia is known for being stylish so we expect an awesome experience for everyone who would be attending. HBD to her in arrears. Annie Macaulay–Idibia (born 13 November 1984) is a Nigerian, model, presenter and actress. She was nominated in the “Best Supporting Actress” category at the 2009 Best of Nollywood Awards. Annie was born in Ibadan but is originally from Eket in Akwa Ibom State. She…
England manager, Gareth Southgate has said he would understand if Sterling is not happy with him after he dropped the City star for his role in a recent altercation with Joe Gomez. The English national team confirmed on Monday that Sterling will not feature in the upcoming Montenegro clash after his fight with Gomez. According to Gareth, he is only hoping time will heal any anger he feels towards him. His words, “Well, I wouldn’t imagine that he’s hugely enthusiastic [about Southgate], but I can understand that,” “In the end, he’s with the group, that’s the most important thing. He’s…
Head of the Department of Mass Communication, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, UNN, Dr. Edith Ugochi Ohaja has said the proposed bill trying to place the death penalty on whoever is convicted of hate speech is a time bomb on the journalism profession in Nigeria. According to Dr. Edith, she cannot believe the bill is being deliberated on because it is a complete misplacement of priorities. She then urged journalists in Nigeria to come all out and prove that the Nigerian media which stood firm during General Sani Abacha led military regime is not dead and they will keep defending justice,…
Rhythm FM OAP, Toke Makinwa wishes she had a man to Facetime and even show cleavages to. She said this recently on Instagram as she wrote about how having peace of mind is her priority in this life. She added that since she is boyfriendless, her followers on social media will be the ones to not hear the last of it. Her words, “Sometimes, I miss not being with anybody. Now, the way I’m disturbing you guys… If I had a man now at least I’ll FaceTime him and show him some cleavage… Like, ‘Hey Babe. What’s up? What are…
Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr has hailed the attitude of his boys after they came from behind to beat the Republic of Benin in Wednesday’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying game. Stephane Sessegnon put the Squirrels in front 2 minutes into the match but Nigeria came back with goals from Victor Osimhen and Samuel Kalu. Rohr was happy with the performance of his team and he has praised the competition in his squad. His words, “Benin Republic are good team, we knew what they did in the Afcon but our attitude was good,” “I’m happy with the result, to…
Minister of Women Affairs, Dame Pauline Tallen, has urged women in the Nigerian oil and gas industry to work towards the proper discharge of their duties to make sure they stay relevant and make meaningful impact in the industry. Speaking at the 4th Women in Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) National Conference (WIPCON), in Abuja, Pauline revealed that the ministry is ready to partner with the association to empower women, letting them partake in the growth and development of the oil and gas and the nation in general. She added that women have a huge…
Popular singer-songwriter, Robbie Williams has come out to say that he has not owned a smartphone since 2006. According to him, he has not even had access to his social media accounts since that time. He said he got rid of all his mobile phones because he does not like them. His words, “I haven’t owned a phone since 2006. I’m always on my computer, I’ve always got Wi-Fi… I got rid of it because I just don’t like them.” “I don’t have my password to anything otherwise my career would be over, “I tell several people what to put…
England youngster, Marcus Rashford has talked about life at Manchester United and his rise through the ranks to being the most important players in the squad. Rashford has played every Premier League game for United this season and has scored nine goals in all competitions so far. In a very short space of time, Marcus has grown from being a young player trying to succeed at a big club, to becoming one of the most important players in the team, and one who is now looked at as an inspiring figure for youngsters. Speaking on this recently, his words, “It’s…
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana has urged the Department of State Service to release Omoyele Sowore and Olawale Bakare as soon as possible after the agency’s claim that the activists were not released because their sureties have refused to show up. Reacting to the statement, Femi Falana told the DSS to stop ridiculing Nigeria with its excuses for keeping them in custody despite the court’s order to release them. According to the lawyer, their excuses are baseless and his client should be released. His words, “Even when five of us were charged with treasonable felony in May 1992, we were…
A movie, a new video shoot, a different project, real marriage? These are the guesses from fans as a new picture of singers, Flavour and Chidinma surfaced online. See the pic, Cute. What do you think they are planning? Chidinma Ekile (born 2 May 1991), popularly known by her stage name Chidinma, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. In 2010, she rose to stardom after winning the third season of Project Fame West Africa. Following the release of the music video for her “Emi Ni Baller” single, she became the first female musician to peak at number 1 on the…
Manchester United coach, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said his young team will soon be back challenging for major titles. The Red Devils are yet to fight for the Premier League since they won it for the 20th time in Sir Alex Ferguson’s final season in charge in 2013. However, Ole believes that it will not be long before his team grows into a squad capable of challenging Liverpool and Manchester City. His words, “I am quietly confident,” “The thing is, it is not about confidence, or being arrogant, or being cocky, or thinking that my way is the right way.…
The hate speech bill presently before the Senate is not necessary, according to Nigeria’s Minister of State for Transportation, Gbemisola Saraki. Ms. Saraki believes the CyberCrime Act already has provisions and penalties for hate speech, so looking into it again is merely a waste of time. She revealed this after the Federal Executive Council meeting on Wednesday while reacting to the reintroduction of the ‘hate speech’ bill. Her words, “Be that as it may, I think the Cybercrime Act, there is a law already in Nigeria, the cybercrime Act that has the hate speech aspect in it. The reason I…
Popular TV Host, Wendy Williams is not happy with People Magazine for naming John Legend the Sexiest Man Alive for 2019. Speaking on her show recently, she congratulated John Legend on his Sexiest Man Alive win but added that she felt someone else could have won it because the singer is not really the Sexiest Man Alive. According to her, Legend is cute but surely not the sexiest man on the planet. Her words, “I think Legend and wife Chrissy Teigen a cute couple,” Like, they’re short and they’re thin. I love them together, but not apart.” “You know who…
Manchester United player, Harry Maguire has said there are no cliques in the England squad despite the fight that occurred between Raheem Sterling and Joe Gomez this week . Both players had clashed on the day Manchester City got beat 3-1 by Gomez and Liverpool, and they took that beef to national team training. However, Maguire is sure there is no divide in the English national team. His words, “No, everybody mixes. “I think you’ve seen how good the unity in the squad is over the last couple of years. It’s been a good two years and the group has…