Anambra State Governor, Willie Obiano has said that the opposition party in the state is trying to unleash criminality before the 2021 governorship elections. Obiano said the purpose of this devlish act is to tarnish the good image of his security arrangements that is seen as the best in Nigeria. He added that it is all a plan to ruin APC’s chances in the election. A brief statement from him read, “It is embarrassing that as the people and government of Anambra State are preparing to launch on October 11, 2019, the second phase of Operation Mkpochapu (Operation Wipeout Crime)…
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Nigeria coach, Imama Amapakabo has said his main aim at the 2019 Wafu Cup of Nations is to build a team for the future. Imama disclosed this after the Super Eagles were beaten 2-1 vs Togo in their first game at the regional tournament yesterday. Reacting to the loss, Amapakabo backed his selection of players from the Olympic Eagles as Nigeria prepares to take part in the 2019 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations in Egypt next month. He said even if the ultimate motive is winning, his aim is to have a team for the future. His words, “Everybody goes…
US rapper Too Short is now a dad. TMZ has reported that the lyricist secretly welcomed his first child at 53, but kept it secret till now. Rumour has it that his on and off bae, Sue Ivey gave birth to their baby girl back in December and she was named Yanni Shaw. Too Short, real name Todd Anthony Shaw is presently shooting a documentary with Ray J and his manager, David Weintraub, and the film is focused on raising their little girls in Hollywood. Congrats to him. Todd Anthony Shaw (born April 28, 1966), better known by the stage…
Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde has said the police are the ones that can keep Nigeria united. Represented by his deputy, Mr Rauf Olaniyan, Makinde said this today when a team of 68 Squadron Commanders presently undergoing a course in Osun state paid him a courtesy visit in Ibadan. He said it is the job of the police to protect the lives and property of citizens, hence protecting their unity. His words, “The police have enormous tasks to perform as regards the protection of citizens’ lives and property under the civil government that the nation operates.” He urged the police…
Arsenal player, Nicolas Pepe has said even if his price tag was quite crazy, it is not the reason his poor form. The ex Lille star added that he has zero regrets about choosing to join the London club. Pepe then said the cash and pressure do not faze him because he is very ambitious and wants to win titles. His words, “It is pleasant and flattering, but it is not me who stumped up that amount. “It is flattering, but I am not thinking about that at all. I came to Arsenal because I am ambitious, to win titles,…
Olori Prophetess Naomi Ogunwusi has flaunted a beautiful new picture of herself and her husband, Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi. This was captured from a ceremony they both attended over the weekend. Her caption was, “Lojo festival2019 with love Ademi.” See another picture, Beautiful. Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, is a Nigerian monarch. He is the traditional ruler, or Ooni, of the Yoruba kingdom of Ile-Ife. He has held his title since 2015. He started his elementary education at Subuola Memorial Nursery and Primary School, Ibadan and Ibadan District Council, Akobo, Ibadan. He then proceeded to the prestigious…
Rude and arrogant disqualified BBNaija housemate, Tacha has unfollowed the official Big Brother Naija handle on Instagram. She was sent home on Friday night for engaging in a “fight” with fellow housemate, Mercy, who also got 2 strikes for her troubles. However, the official Big Brother Naija account is still following Tacha and all the other housemates. See proof below, Do you think she has learnt anything? Big Brother Naija, formerly known as Big Brother Nigeria, is a Nigerian reality competition television series, based on the Big Brother television franchise, in which 12 to 21 contestants live in an isolated…
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola has said he definitely knows he cannot afford to lose more ground on Liverpool. This was Pep’s reaction to his team’s 3-1 victory vs Everton yesterday. It was a difficult victory for the EPL champions as Dominic Calvert-Lewin cancelled out Gabriel Jesus’ opener before halftime. However, in the second half, Riyad Mahrez scored a freekick and Sterling added one more goal to seal the three points. With the gap remaining five points between the Top 2, Pep has agreed that his club is under pressure to not drop any more points. His words, “We knew…
President Muhammadu Buhari has broken down why he did not hand over power to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo when he went to the UK on a private visit from April 25 to May 5, 2019. Buhari said he decided to do just that because there was no constitutional requirement making it compulsory for it to happen. PMB added that the only time he thinks about handing over power to the VP is when he is on leave or when he wants to be out of Nigeria for over 21 days. His words, “It is a fact that the 1999 Constitution…
Popular comedian, Lepacious Bose, has stated reasons for deciding to stop watching the BBNaija reality TV show. The funny woman and fitness trainer made a post in collaboration to what Koffi said about disqualified housemate, Tacha. Lepacious wrote, “One of the reasons I stopped watching the show years ago! I think after Uti’s set or so! I know people enjoy it and all but the energy, anger, bitterness, passion, aggression etc that goes into it is super scary! So much misplaced priorities! I think we should read more of the book of REVELATION than other parts of the Bible! We…
Ex Leicester manager, Micky Adams has begged Leicester’s James Maddison to snub any possible move to Manchester United. He has been amazing in the EPL thus far but Adam thinks James will only improve as a player is he joins either Liverpool or Manchester City, not Man Utd. He added that Maddison should make sure any decision on his future is best for his development as a footballer. His words, “Leicester have shown in terms of wages and ambition that they’re as good as anyone,” “Maddison would have to go to Manchester City or Liverpool to improve on what he’s…
General Overseer, Latter Rain Assembly, Pastor Tunde Bakare has reminded that he still stands by his promise of succeeding President Muhammadu Buhari in office. The pastor added that even if he made this pledge about one year and seven months ago, his stance is yet to change. He then said his presidential ambition has nothing to do with the alleged humiliation of Yemi Osinbajo by “the cabal” in the Presidency. His words on being part of the cabal, “I heard all kinds of things on the Internet about joining the cabal. Those who pull down others to get up will…
Popular Nigerian rapper, Ruggedman has had his say on the present situation in Nigeria and how some Nigerians are concentrating on the ongoing Big Brother Naija reality show. According to Ruggedman, “when it comes to a political or police brutality issue that affects their lives personally, they will act weak and instead spend this same energy bashing celebrities for not speaking up”. His words, “Dear Nigerians, Coming from hosting (without one corporate sponsor) a very successful #TheFoundationConcert that celebrated great Nigerians, I thought to say a few words to you. Have you seen any youth calling out celebrities for not…
Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said he does not need to spend a lot of money to make the club great again. Man Utd is presently in the bottom half of the EPL table ahead of Monday’s clash vs Arsenal at Old Trafford, having managed just two victories in their opening six games. The English giant parted with huge money for Harry Maguire and Aaron Wan-Bissaka this summer but it has still failed to yield positive results. However, Ole believes money is not a huge factor to resolve the problems at the club. His words, “I think we’ve…
Chief Innocent Chukwuma, Chairman, Innoson Group of Companies Nigeria limited has said the Federal government, under PMB, has massively patronized and supported his firm, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM). Chief Innocent disclosed this in a recent interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Nnewi, Anambra. He added that if patronage is given to his company, IVM will be sustained and the firm could transform Nigeria into vehicle manufacturing hub in Africa as soon as possible. His words, “I can say that Innoson vehicle manufacturing is doing well, especially with the level of patronage and support the company…
Director-General, National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), Chief Olusegun Runsewe has said Bobrisky’s impact on society is actually worse than Ebola. According to him, the youths must desist from imitating the crossdresser. Chief Olusegun added that the youths should keep seeing themselves as responsible and good ambassadors of Nigeria. His words, “Bobrisky is a national disaster, an embarrassment to the country, engaging in cultural corruption as a cross-dresser and we have to start to curtail his activities before it gets out of hand ”We will not allow Bobrisky to destroy the future of our youths and the unborn Nigerians.”…
Spain midfielder, Juan Mata is of the opinion that he made the right decision to join Manchester United nearly six years ago. Juan swapped Stamford Bridge for Old Trafford in 2014 after being overlooked by Jose Mourinho at Chelsea. However, despite the current challenges at the club, Mata has still said he would’ve not forgiven himself if he failed to seize the opportunity to join the 13-time Premier League champions. He added that he has loved the club since he was a kid. His words, “Some people tell me I signed for United at the wrong time but being at…
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has written an open letter to President Muhammadu Buhari, asking to make effective use of his position to “urgently publish and fully implement the recommendations of the report on financial autonomy of state legislature and judiciary submitted to you in June 2019.” Their words, “In the context of a growing attack on the country’s judiciary by the authorities and politicians, the full implementation of the report will contribute to improving judicial independence, and respect for constitutional principles of separation of powers and systems of checks and balances designed to prevent political interference and ensure…
Just when the rape allegations against the founder the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA) Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo is fading away, he is back in the news for something negative again. In a recent interview with Arise TV, media personality, Adesuwa Onyenokwe accused the controversial pastor of raping a married pregnant woman. Adesuwa said a lot of the young women the pastor allegedly raped were married and could not come out to testify against him. Her words, “There is a lot of cases we could have brought put when we found out. There is a woman who was pregnant for her…
Atletico Madrid manager, Diego Simeone has come out to say that the linesman was aware of what Sergio Ramos said as the Spain captain displayed his controversial nature yet again, yesterday. Reports have it that Ramos insulted the linesman during Saturday’s 0-0 El Derbi between rivals Atletico and Madrid at Wanda Metropolitano, but no action was taken. According to Spanish outlet MARCA, Sergio directed a comment toward the linesman about his mum during the La Liga match. Remember, Ex Chelsea player, Diego Costa was slammed with an eight-game ban for abusing referee Jesus Gil Manzano in the club’s defeat vs…