Ebonyi State governor, Dave Umahi has distanced himself from the purported inauguration of a campaign platform by a group of Socio-political group in Abakaliki today. In a recent statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Emmanuel Uzor, he revealed that his administration is not involved in any kind of political gathering that intends to promote his presidential ambition in the next four years. He disclosed that he is fully concentrating on providing quality and remarkable leadership to the people of Ebonyi and that it is too early to be discussing 2023. His words, “I am greatly embarrassed by the link…
Author: David Folami
Coach of the Algerian national team, Djamel Belmadi has said less concentration has to be placed on captain Riyad Mahrez if Algeria wants to be successful at AFCON 2019. He disclosed this after his team’s victory against Kenya in Cairo on Sunday in their first game at the tournament, where Mahrez netted a brace. Asked about how important the Manchester City winger is to the team, he said he does not highlight players but focuses on the entire team. His words, “I do not like highlighting players. We need to put a little less focus on Mahrez if we want…
Professor Wole Soyinka’s son, Olaolu Soyinka has had his say on the plane seat drama that involved his dad. The drama was all about how Tonye Cole shared that Wole Soyinka was asked to stand up from a seat in a plane by a young man. Tonye Cole said, “@professorwolesoyinka#celebrategreatness#relationshipsmatter met one of the greatest Nigerians walking the earth today and as with other times, he was genteel, witty, forthright and humble. My smile gives me away as he permitted the picture whereas he would have preferred to get back to his newspapers. Then we boarded the flight and after…
Defeated presidential candidate of the PDP, Atiku Abubakar, has revealed that his request for INEC to inspect their server has not been rejected by the Presidential Election Tribunal. He shared this in his recent statement by his media aide, Paul Ibe, titled “He who laughs last, laughs best.” Atiku noted that the tribunal only ruled that proceeding was still at preliminary stages and allowing the inspection of INEC server cannot happen at the preliminary stage. His words, “The celebration by the administration of General Buhari that their electoral heist has been covered is premature. Their giddiness has even blinded them…
Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr has revealed who his most improved player is. He said Torino wing-back, Ola Aina, has shown the most improvement ever since he took charge of the team. Rohr disclosed this after Nigeria’s 1-0 win against Burundi at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday. Ola Aina created the game-winning goal from Odion Ighalo vs Burundi and he had a very good, all-round performance in Alexandria. Rohr said, “Ola Aina has improved really well. That’s why we tell our players to go to teams where they will play and get better.” ”He is a different…
Ex Super Eagles player, Mutiu Adepoju has said Super Eagles must be able to surprise their opponents if they want to go all the way at AFCON 2019. Nigeria started their 2019 AFCON tournament with a difficult 1-0 over Burundi in Alexandria on Saturday, with Odion Ighalo netting with a tidy strike from Ola Aina’s beautiful assist after Daniel Akpeyi saved twice to prevent Burundi from taking the lead. Mutiu who feels there are no more small teams in Africa also said Super Eagles must do away with being too predictable with the way they play. His words, “You know…
“Uyomeyo” singer, Teniola Apata a.k.a Teni has shared her reaction to not winning the 2019 BET Award for New International Act. She missed out on the award to South African artiste, Sho Madjozi. Speaking out on the loss, Teni jumped on social media to appreciate her fans for the love even if she failed to bag the award. Her words, “TeamTeni we didn’t win the awards but we still won, to make it here and be amongst the greats was inspiring!! Congratulations to everyone. And thank you to everyone that keeps supporting me and my brand. One step at a…
Nigeria’s Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo has revealed that he never said that “kidnapping in Nigeria is exaggerated and not entirely new.” In a recent statement he disclosed that he was “entirely misquoted and his words taken out of context in the said media reports especially those that quoted him as saying that “Kidnapping in Nigeria is exaggerated and not entirely new.” The statement read, “I really will urge that you don’t rely entirely for information on social media. I think that the social media tends to be hysterical about practically everything. “I think there is also a lot of…
Brazil defender, Dani Alves has exited Paris Saint-Germain just hours after he captained his national team to a 5-0 victory in the Copa America. Alves joined the French giant 2 years ago after playing for Sevilla, Barcelona and Juventus. The ex Barca star is yet to reveal his next destination as it is but reports hav it that it could be China or MLS. His words on Instagram, “Another cycle in my life ends today, a victorious cycle, one of learning and experiences.” “I would like to thank the PSG family for the opportunity we had together to build a…
Tottenham striker, Harry Kane is a married man. The former Arsenal star recently married his childhood sweetheart and mother of his two daughters, Katie Goodland. He asked for her hand in marriage in July 2017 during their Barbados holiday. His words then were, “Finally got to marry my Best Friend! I love you @KateGoodlandx.” See another wedding picture, Congratulations to the couple.
Ex Minister of works, Adeseye Ogunlewe has said APC national leader, Bola Tinubu has all it takes to be Nigeria’s President in 2023. Mr Adeseye described Tinubu as a fighter and one who has paid his dues. He added that only Nigerians can decide Tinubu’s fate if he decides to contest. His words, “If Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu wants to contest, let him contest,” “I believe 2023 should be thrown open. Nobody should be shut out. There is nothing wrong about Southwest showing interest. We are talking about democracy. To shut out some people or group is undemocratic. “What is…
Ex Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand has begged Frank Lampard to be Chelsea’s new manager. Chelsea are currently managerless after Maurizio Sarri went back to Italy to sign for Juventus and they have been rumoured to be targeting ex midfielder, Lampard, who is the present Derby boss. Reports have it that Lampard has already told Derby he will not turn down any offer from the London club if one is made and Rio Ferdinand agrees that he is the man for the job. His words, “Lampard and Drogba do it! I think he will get it” “Is he talking? I…
BBNaija 2019 is set to start and we now know the mega prize that is up for grabs. MultiChoice Nigeria has revealed that the winner of the upcoming show will receive N60M worth of prizes. The breakdown of the prizes are: N30m in cash, one SUV from Innoson Motors, a trip to Dubai for two packaged by TravelBeta, a home make-over courtesy Scanfrost, one year’s supply of Pepsi and One Africa Fest VVIP experience, one year’s supply of Indomie noodles & Munch it and a brand new Oppo mobile smartphone. Bonus prizes include 2 VIP Tickets to view an European…
APC National Chairman, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole has said he will not need short-cut to maintain his current position in politics. He revealed this as he reacted to reports that he was the brain behind the crisis in the Edo State House of Assembly because he has imposed himself as a godfather whose decision is final. Mr Adams has come out to say that it is all just accusations, and his hands are clean. His words, “What is the evidence? It’s all about accusation. The media has a duty. They have to give you the particulars of that godfatherism. What’s the…
PSG defender, Marquinhos is hoping Neymar will stay in France next season amidst reports that he is set to leave. Neymar has been linked with a return to Barcelona and Real Madrid this summer despite his injury-filled last season with PSG. Still unsure about what will eventually happen, Marquinhos said to L’Equipe yesterday, “It’s difficult to recruit a player like him into your club and it’s hard to keep him, but I hope he’ll continue with us.” “He is an important player, he’s also a friend, a guy I love, and I really hope he’ll stay. “We have not talked…
Like we all know, Seth Meyers has never failed to declare his love for Rihanna. He recently told Jimmy Fallon that he is completely in love with the singer and his wife is cool with because she loves her too. Seth has finally interviewed Rihanna on his show after trying for a while, and he has had only good things to say about the experience. On his dream finally coming true he said, “I give all credit to Jeremiah Silva, who’s our music booker. Obviously, he also was aware of how much I wanted Rihanna to be on the show,…
Nigeria’s Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo has said the present problems the country is battling are signs that Nigeria is set for greatness. He revealed this as he addressed the congregation during service at a branch of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) in Bronx, New York. Mr. Osinbajo said greatness cannot happen without struggles. His words, “Our country is bound for greatness. Whenever you hear that ‘oh, there are conflicts, oh there are difficulties’, just know that it is impossible to be great without difficulties. “Even from the foundations of the earth, when God created the heavens and the…
African legend, Samuel Eto’o has blasted Egypt’s performance in their first Afcon clash vs Zimbabwe. Egypt won the game 1-0 after Mahmoud “Trezeguet” Hassan’s goal before the end of the first half but Eto’o was not impressed with the performance of the players. He said their attack lacked coordination and they gave Mohamed Salah too much work to do. His words, “If Egypt keep performing this way they will suffer in the upcoming games,” “The Egyptian national team suffered, especially in attack, as Salah was always far from the strikers and that’s why he wasn’t very present during the game.…
After the recent controversy involving Ubi Franklin, Davido and Chioma, the music director has come out to write about the excessive fake news that keeps circulating about him. He revealed that whoever is behind it should continue till he or she goes broke and cannot record a hit song, hinting the person is into music. He also wrote that he knows who the person and this person will eventually confess to him See what he wrote,
The General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye has spoken to church leaders at Kololo Airstrip in Kampala, Ugandan capital, during his 3 day visit to the country. Pastor Adeboye, who went along with his wife, Pastor (Mrs) Foluke Adeboye urged children of God to desist from working in isolation. He also urged them to never refer to what belongs to God as their own. His words, “When you begin to hear a minister say; my church, my ministry, my organisation, then know there is something wrong, so my first appeal to all…