Tottenham coach, Mauricio Pochettino has said it will take about 2 years for everyone to see the best of his summer signings. Tottenham spent about £90 million ($115.5m) on Tanguy Ndombele and Ryan Sessegnon over the summer and Real Betis midfielder, Giovani Lo Celso will cost about £55 million ($67m) if the deal becomes permanent next summer. Tanguy has played most regularly out of the three players, making ten appearances in all competitions, with injuries limiting Lo Celso and Sessegnon’s game time till date. Speaking on this recently, Poch has said it be at least 2 years before the new…
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The Bayelsa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has accused PDP of trying to cause panic in the state which will set the foundation of “a state government-sponsored violence” ahead of the November 16 governorship polls. The state APC Publicity Secretary, Mr. Doifie Buokoribo, said this as they reacted to the accusations of election rigging and violence earlier disclosed by the state PDP chairman, Mr. Cleopas Moses. Mr. Doifie who is also the Secretary, Media and Publicity Committee of the APC Bayelsa Governorship Campaign Council, said it all via a statement. According to him, it is clear PDP is…
Davido’s wife to be, Chioma has flaunted a beautiful picture of her son and it is indeed a sight to behold. The caption was right because the baby really looked peaceful. See the photo, Chioma and Davido welcomed their first child, Ifeanyi Davido Adedeji Adeleke a few days ago. Congratz to them once more. 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…
Juventus player, Cristiano Ronaldo will be rested for the Italian club’s match vs Lecce tomorrow, according to Maurizio Sarri. The former Chelsea manager has said he is thinking about altering his line-up. CR7 has started all but one game for Juventus this season and has netted 5 goals in 10 appearances across all competitions. However, speaking ahead of their busy schedule, Sarri has revealed that he is ready to give Ronaldo a break in his next match. His words, “With Cristiano, we speak often,” “Even for him there will be need for rest. We’ll see based on how he’s feeling.…
Osun State governor, Gboyega Oyetola has inaugurated his cabinet, almost 12 months after he was sworn-in as the governor. Oyetola, who was sworn-in as the governor on Nov. 27, 2018, appointed Mrs Funke Egbemode, the President Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), as Commissioner for Information during the inauguration in Osogbo. In his remarks during the inauguration, Gov Gboyega begged the cabinet members to ignore anything that will tarnish the image of his government and the state. He said his government does not tolerate corruption and opacity, and he will not waste any time to punish any official found wanting of…
Famous social media comedian, Josh2Funny has proposed to his girlfriend. The entertainer jumped on Instagram recently to share a photo of his wife to be and himself, in a celebratory mood. According to him, he is no longer a bachelor. See what he shared, His words, “Them don collect me oooooo” Congratz to him.
Arsenal coach, Unai Emery has said Nicolas Pepe’s performance in Arsenal’s comeback victory vs Vitoria Guimaraes in the Europa League was “perfect.” It was looking like a loss until Pepe stole the show 15 minutes from time by scoring two beautiful free-kicks late on to take the full points and maintain the Gunners’ stainless run in the Europa League. Unai has now said he is happy for Pepe and he expects him to do more. His words, “We are very happy for him and for us because those two goals, from two set-pieces, were perfect,” “He was trying a lot…
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has said that his government would keep partnering with security agencies to make sure there is adequate security in the state. Wike revealed this yesterday in Port Harcourt when Maj.-Gen. Jamil Sarhem, the General Officer Commanding 6 Division of the Nigerian Army, paid a courtesy visit on him. He also talked about his unending support for the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army to carry out military operations tagged Exercise Crocodile Smile 4 to rid the state of criminal elements. He added that he will never be an enemy to security agencies. His words, “I…
Popular celebrity, Lamar Odom has come out to say that he is fed up with people always asking him about his ex’s. Lately, the basketballer has had to speak about his past relationship with Khloe Kardashian and Taraji P. Henson. However, he has now said he is tired of such questions. His words, “The look on @getuptoparr face is how she makes me feel everyday. Outside of my daughter, this is the most serious and committed relationship I’ve ever been in with a woman. I’m tired of people asking me questions about my ex’s based on old interviews and old…
Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said he hopes his club will improve now that Anthony Martial is back and scoring. The French youngster had been out for almost two months with a thigh strain before returning as a substitute in the Premier League draw against Liverpool last week. He netted the only goal of the game as Mufc beat Partizan Belgrade in the Europa League on Thursday. Speaking after the game, Ole feels Martial can make things happen for the club in the league, having been subbed off in the 60th minute to be fresh for Sunday’s game…
APC in Kogi State on Thursday has said the Peoples Democratic Party and other opposition parties are yet to engage in any form of campaign ahead of the November 16 governorship polls. The Director-General, Bello Onoja Campaign Committee, Smart Adeyemi made this known on behalf of APC in a recent telephone interview with Punch. According to Smart, the total quiet from opposition parties is a sign that they have accepted defeat. He also urged the security agencies to be alert. His words, “Have you seen their campaign posters, billboards or handbills in any part of the state? “They are not…
Ex BBNaija housemate, Uriel Oputa has talked about the qualities she expects her kind of man to have. A recent clip showed her mum wondering why a beautiful woman like her is yet to find a man for marriage, and Uriel has now come out to share why she is still very single. She said the last thing she wants is a man who will be dependent on her in marriage. And this is why she is looking for a man with drive. Her words, “There are some fields in the entertainment industry that men might look at and be…
Ex Chelsea manager, Antonio Conte is not ready to compare Marcelo Brozovic to Juventus legend, Andrea Pirlo, but thinks the Inter Milan midfielder has world-class potential. Marcelo has been a rock in the middle of the pitch for Conte’s Inter team to date and he has even scored twice in 8 Serie A appearances. According to Conte, Brozovic can even do better than he is doing and he can surely score more goals. His words, “Brozo can get better. He can get better with his passes to the attack, he can set up more goals,” “We are working on this.…
Lawyer, Femi Falana has come out to say the Federal Government should reopen Nigeria’s land borders. Months back, President Muhammadu Buhari disclosed that the closure of Nigeria’s border with Benin Republic was because of massive smuggling activities. However, Falana believes it would be best for the Federal Government to undo what they have done. He said the government should “urgently dialogue with Nigeria’s neighbouring countries to jointly fight the menace of smuggling, which necessitated the border closure by Nigeria.” He then urged the Federal Government to reject the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) endorsement of the border closure. He said the…
Popular comedian, Funnybone has announced the death of his mother. He revealed this on his Instagram page on Friday, October 25, 2019. The funny entertainer also flaunted a picture of his late mum. See his caption, “Speechless .. I am pained but I leave it all to you, Lord. You Alone know best and I can’t question you. In every situation we give praise. I will miss you forever Nnem ❤❤❤💔😥😥.” See the photo, May his mother’s soul rest in perfect peace.
Arsenal winger, Nicolas Pepe has said he knows he has struggled to cope with the huge expectations that came with being Arsenal’s club-record signing. However, Pepe, who netted 2 amazing free-kicks in the last 10 minutes on Thursday night to give his club a 3-2 victory in the Europa League, has said he has more to give. He also appreciated his coach, Unai Emery for always believing in him. His words, “Of course [I knew it would be harder],” “It is a league totally different to Ligue 1, with a different intensity. “For me, I had to adapt quickly because…
The Executive Secretary of the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD), Dr Chioma Ejikeme, has said President Muhammadu Buhari’s government is the most friendly to pensioners in the history of Nigeria. Dr Chioma disclosed this today in Jos at the ongoing verification of pensioners from states in the North-Central. According to her, this administration has made issues concerning the pensioners a priority and this has made them very pleased with Buhari ad his workers. She hailed them for their prompt payment. Her words, “If you talk to these pensioners, they will tell you they are very happy with the government of…
Popular singer, Duncan Mighty has urged ex-governor of Imo state, Rochas Okorocha to take back the cash he gave to him to record a song. The PH first son jumped on Instagram to share this today, Friday, October 25, 2019. According to him, he has been getting death threats from several people since Rochas paid him to work on a track with one of his associates. His words, “Your Excellency Because you directly paid in public. While the job was going smoothly immediately after you paid. They said you sent them to bring back money to you.” Meanwhile, Duncan Mighty…
Dimitar Berbatov has come out to say that it is really painful to see Manchester United struggling in the EPL 14th position. The Red Devils have been poor since after their first game of the 2019-20 season and they are currently 15 points behind leaders Liverpool in the league. It has been impressive results lately though, as they sealed a 1-1 draw with Jurgen Klopp’s men at Old Trafford and then followed it up with a 1-0 victory in the Europa League against Partizan Belgrade. However, Berba is still not satisfied and has said it is crazy to think about…
The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Chief Gani Adams, has said the closure of Nigeria’s land border will have economic consequences on people of South-West in particular, and Nigeria as a country. Gani disclosed this yesterday at the 2019 Olokun Festival at Suntan Beach, Badagry, Lagos State. According to him, the border closure mostly affects those in the South-West than any other regions. He sees it as a danger to Yoruba people. His words, “The Federal Government had ordered the closure of the border, but unfortunately, the closure seems suspicious to me. “This portends grave danger to us, because the…