Popular singer, Timi Dakolo has penned a new deal with the Virgin EMI, a record label that is a subsidiary of Universal Music Group. Timi revealed this achievement on Instagram recently with these words, “He said Hello Timi, My name is @ted_cockle and I am the Chairman of Virgin EMI Records @virginemi 🇬🇧@universalmusicgroup. I just want to personally welcome you home.” He added, “You can’t take God out of the Equation, GOD is the Equation.” Virgin EMI is a subsidiary of Universal Music Group and it was founded in 2013. The company is a result of merging Mercury Records and…
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President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Dr (Mrs) Sarah Omotunde Alade, as Special Adviser to the President on Finance and the Economy, according to his spokesperson, Garba Shehu. Mrs. Sarah will be working from the Ministry of Finance, Budget and National Planning. She has a BSc in Economics and a PhD in Management Science (Operations Research). Mrs. Alade also retired from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as Deputy Governor in 2017 after spending 23 years in the apex bank. She was also acting CBN Governor 5 years ago. Congratz to her. Muhammadu Buhari GCFR (born 17 December…
Zinedine Zidane has come out to say that Paris Saint-Germain star, Kylian Mbappe’s dream is still to play for Real Madrid. The youngster netted 33 goals in 29 Ligue 1 appearances for PSG last year but when the season ended, he said he was open to a “new project” Ex Monaco vice-president, Vadim Vasilyev recently claimed that Mbappe told him he joined PSG because it was too early for him to join Real Madrid. Asked if Kylian will feature for Madrid in the future, Zidane had this to say, “I don’t know, it’s the player who decides. “At the moment…
It was a memorable night for popular singer, Burna Boy on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at the 2019 MTV Europe Music Awards which held in Seville, Spain. The amazing event was hosted by the gorgeous Becky G and Burna took home the “Best African Act.” award. Musicians like Halsey, Niall Horan, Dua Lipa, Ava Max, Green Day performed on the night. Congratz to him. Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu (born 2 July 1991), known professionally as Burna Boy, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He rose to prominence in 2012 after releasing the lead single “Like to Party” from his debut studio…
Senate President, Ahmad Lawan has come out to say that the National Assembly will demand accountability and transparency in the power sector, especially in the application of funds proposed for it in 2020 budget. He said this recently when the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) Chiedu Ugbo, led a delegation on a visit to the National Assembly, Abuja. According to him, the Senate and House Committees would make sure all moneys would be adequately channeled to the power sector. He added that because the FG had been cheated after agreements involving generation and distribution companies…
Tottenham star, Son Heung-min overreacted with his emotional reaction to Andre Gomes’ injury, according to Stan Collymore. Stan believes this is a huge problem for a lot of present day footballers. Collymore revealed that even if the situation was bad, Son exaggerated his emotions after the incident just to appeal to the public. His words, “I am not saying [Son and Aurier] shouldn’t have been upset or shown distress, because these are normal human emotions,” “The way Son reacted made it look like he thought football – the referee, the authorities, fans at home and in the crowd, opponents –…
Popular comedian, Alibaba has urged Christians to avoid using prayer to solve every problem. According to him, prayer will not solve every problem and anyone saying otherwise is only deceiving you. Alibaba believes you also have to take your own steps for things to be the way you want. His words, “Everything is not solved by prayer. Don’t be deceived. If you are filthy and need a bath, pray from now till tomorrow, if you no baff, you go still dey smell. If you are starving, prayer will not make you jollof rice. If you are thirsty, grab some water.…
Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo has come out to say that Nigeria is still a major trading partner with Canada among countries in Africa. He revealed this at the Nigeria-Canada Investment Summit 2019 with the theme: Reaching Greater Heights. According to him, Nigeria is one of the 10 reforming economies across the globe and the summit concentrates on the 6 major sectors of Nigeria’s economy. His words, “The six sectors listed in the summit namely: Education, Healthcare, Mining, Power, Infrastructure, and Agriculture, are the crucial sectors and are very important for the Nigerian economy. “We encourage all our partners to maximise…
Even with how the Bayern Munich coaching role is vacant after the recent dismissal of Niko Kovac, ex England boss, Fabio Capello has urged Massimiliano Allegri to be patient for the Manchester United job to become available. Capello said while he believes Allegri will be a good fit at Bayern Munich, he has his doubts about how an Italian coach would be received at the German club. He added that England could be an exciting place to manage for former Juventus coach. His words, “He’d be a good fit at Bayern Munich, although I don’t know how welcome Italians are…
The Nigeria Oscar Selection Committee has come out to say they made an error by submitting Genevieve’s ‘Lionheart’ for Oscar consideration. In a recent statement shared by the committee’s chairman, Chineze Anyaene, the nominees in its Best International Feature Film Category should have a predominantly non-English dialogue track, and even if “Lionheart” is a Nigerian movie, it did not fulfill this requirement. Her words, “The budding Nigerian film industry is often faced with producing films with wide reach which often makes the recording dialogue predominantly English with non-English infusions in some cases. Going forward, the committee intends to submit films…
Nigeria’s Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, has praised the police force for its major roles in the battle against insurgency. Mohammed Adamu revealed this in Maiduguri on Monday as he spoke to the officers and men of the Borno state Command. According to him, the police has contributed immensely to the victory in the fight against insurgency in Nigeria. He added that he is very appreciative of the effort of his men in the northeastern part of the country. His words, “We are here to appreciate all the efforts you have been making in trying to secure the state,…
Liverpool coach, Jurgen Klopp has ironically vowed “not to mention tactical fouls” as he responded to Pep Guardiola’s recent comments regarding Liverpool’s Sadio Mane. Ahead of the Sunday clash, Pep caused a mini-controversy when he accused Mane of going to ground too easily. Mane was booked for simulation after falling under a challenge by Frederic Guilbert during Saturday’s game against Aston Villa and Pep had this to say, “Sometimes he is diving, sometimes he has this talent to score incredible goals in the last minute. He’s a talent.” Responding, Klopp did not like Pep’s comment, whether it was for Mane…
Ghana singer, Shatta Wale has come out to say that his net worth is about $10M (N3.6B). He revealed this in an interview with Peace radio station in Ghana. According to Shatta Wale, he has several businesses that bring in good money. He added that he is not bragging, he only talks about his money to motivate others. His words, “For now I can say that I am worth over ten million dollars. It is business, so if they will understand it like that, any other artiste can speak the way I speak. But sometimes you ask Ghanaian artistes whether…
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Ibrahim Muhammad, has said sport is a possible unifying factor in Nigeria, especially during this trying period of Nigeria as an independent nation. Justice Ibrahim revealed this in Minna, Niger, while inaugurating the 25th edition of the Chief Justice of Nigeria Sports Competition. According to him, sport is doing very well to unite the citizens “in such a way that they cannot be separated, in spite the differences in culture and religion.” His words, “As you are all aware, sports is very important to the physical, mental, and psychological development of every sportsman.…
The racist chants directed at Brescia striker, Mario Balotelli by Hellas Verona fans does not mean the entire city is racist, according to Italian Footballers’ Association (AIC) president, Damiano Tommasi. Balotelli was recently abused to the point of him threatening to leave the pith before the harsh atmosphere was controlled by the ref. Damiano is not happy with the racism issue in Italian football but has insisted that the city of Verona cannot be blamed for the actions of some fans at its club. His words, “I hear too much [racism], and even if there are even just two people…
Paul Okoye’s daughter, Nadia Okoye was recently dressed in a fire department costume and she definitely slayed in it. Flaunting the picture, Paul wrote, “Who’s laughing with y’all” and “New member #firedepartment.” See the photo, Beautiful. Paul Okoye was part of the popular pop group, Psquare. P-Square were Nigerian R&B duo of identical twin brothers Peter Okoye and Paul Okoye. They produced and released their albums through Square Records. In December 2011, they signed a record deal with Akon’s Konvict Muzik label. In May 2012, they signed a record distribution deal with Universal Music’s South African branch. On 25 September…
Ex Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Nuhu Ribadu, has told commissioners designate, special assistants and permanent secretaries to decide not to embezzle public funds. He disclosed this as he delivered a keynote presentation on anti-corruption and good governance at the commencement of a two-day retreat in Gombe recently. According to him, corruption is the reason for “our underdevelopment, lack of power and the reason Nigerian citizens are still poor.” His words, “Make personal vows not to steal public funds. You can’t stop corruption in the police when the civil service is still corrupt. Stop corruption and see…
Divock Origi is a Liverpool legend, according to manager, Jurgen Klopp. The ex Borussia Dortmund coach revealed this as he recently cut off a journalist to remind him that Origi is one of the several big stars produced by Genk’s academy, during his press conference ahead of Liverpool’s Champions League clash with the Belgian outfit at Anfield on Tuesday. Origi is an important player at Anfield now after netting various vital goals for the club last season, including late winners against Everton and Newcastle, two strikes in the Champions League semi-final second leg against Barcelona and the 2nd goal in…
Gay rights advocate, Bisi Alimi and his husband, Anthony Davis recently marked their 3rd wedding anniversary. Celebrating it on Instagram, Bisi flaunted a picture alongside these words, “Three years we said: “I Do”. If I have to do it again I will do it with you. I am happy to have you in my life @ajd_3030 and words can’t express the joy you bring. Here is to the next three years and more.” See the photo, Congratz to them. Bisi Alimi (born Ademola Iyandade Ojo Kazeem Alimi, 17 January 1975) is a Nigerian gay rights activist, public speaker, blog writer…
Liverpool manager, Jurgen Klopp has said he did not bother to check how Manchester City’s result two days ago after his boys come from behind to seal a 2-1 victory vs Aston Villa in stoppage time. Both clubs are the top 2 in the EPL and they had to fight for their points this weekend, with Man City also struggling to win in their home clash vs Southampton. Klopp has now come out to say he is not concentrating on the City match on Saturday because he is focusing on Genk in the Champions League during the week. His words,…