The Global Centre for Conscious Living Against Corruption have warned that the Senate should not be seen as a retirement home for alleged looters. The center’s Director-General, Dr. Nwambu Gabriel, disclosed this at a press conference tagged, “Before our esteemed Senate becomes a safe haven for some corrupt ex-governors,” in Abuja. Dr. Nwambu showed concern that the National Assembly, particularly the Senate, is slowly turning into a safe hiding place for ex-state governors who are being prosecuted by Nigeria’s anti-corruption agencies. His words, “The Senate should not be a retirement home for looters. “Although, former governors standing trial on corruption…
Author: David Folami
Ex Manchester United, Patrice Evra has said racism must be kicked out like a “bad habit” but he has experienced a lot in his life to be affected by racist abuse. The former Manchester United, Juventus and Monaco left-back disclosed his retirement from football last week and has been looking back on his 20-year professional career. Speaking on racism recently, he said to Dailymail, “I have played in Italy, too, and they have thrown bananas and made monkey noises,” “When you are strong inside, these things don’t touch you. They make you stronger. “What I hate is when I know…
Wendy Williams has softened her stance towards her estranged husband, Kevin Hunter The talk show host is reportedly set to accept him back even if it is only as her business manager. The former couple reunited on business terms after they had numerous emotional heart-to-heart talks about their professional life together. Dailymail reports that Wendy is presently discussing with Hunter over his potential return as her business manager. A source revealed to DailyMail, “Wendy and Kevin’s marriage might be over but they still have love for one another and she realizes that when it comes to business they had a…
Ex INEC chairman, Prof. Attahiru Jega has shed some light on why he joined the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP). He revealed that he joined the PRP because he is a disciple of its founder, late Mallam Aminu Kano. His brief words to Punch, “Yes, I am one of his (Aminu Kano’s) disciples.” This statement confirmed words from the national publicity secretary of the PRP, Abdul Gombe, that Jega had joined the party to chair the Committee of its Strength, Weakness, Opportunities, and Threat (SWOT) analysis committee. Abdul said choosing Jega was decided during the 62nd national executive committee meeting of…
Doing nothing in the transfer window has surprised former Liverpool player, Ray Houghton, as he recently said that should not be the case. Daniel Sturridge and Alberto Moreno left the club at the end of their respective contracts, while Simon Mignolet has joined his native Belgium at Club Brugge. Liverpool recently signed ex West Ham goalkeeper, Adrian but teenagers Harvey Elliott and Sepp van den Berg have been the only other additions. Ray said a team that only just missed out on the EPL is currently leaving themselves exposed to the danger of lacking depth in the squad. His words,…
Popular singer, Tekno has said he loves to shoot his videos in Lagos and he did not mean to disappoint anyone with the viral clip of him and strippers dancing in public. A snipped of the clip, which is all over the internet now, captured Tekno dancing with four strippers, spraying them cash and spanking their backsides. The act according to the Lagos State Signage and Advertising Agency, LASSAA, contravenes Section 136 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015. The section reads, “any person who commits any act of gross indecency with another person in public commits an offence…
Proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria, IMN, has said it does not know about any release of its supreme leader, Ibrahim Elzakzaky, from the custody of the Department of State Services, DSS. Speaking recently, Chairman of Free Zakzaky Campaign Committee of IMN, Sheikh Abdulrahman Abubakar, disclosed that the Muslim sect only knows that the DSS has been served certified true copies of the court ruling. Abubakar said, “Let me confirm first. The report we received a few minutes ago is that the DSS has acknowledged receipt of the Court ruling, and the security agency are currently in liaison with relevant authorities…
English club, Crystal Palace have confirmed the signing of Gary Cahill after he exited Chelsea earlier this summer. Cahill left Chelsea in May after seven seasons with the club, having won a Champions League title, two Premier League titles, two Europa League crowns, two FA Cups and a League Cup during his time at Stamford Bridge. He made more than 290 total appearances for the club and was even appointed captain when Terry exited in 2019. He has now joined a Crystal Palace team that ended 12th in the Premier League last season, becoming the team’s 3rd signing of the…
Popular Rhythm FM OAP, Toke Makinwa has told her fans that 2019 is her last year as a single woman. She shared this in an Instagram post where she also wrote that she intends to go on a young ladies’ trip as she clocks 35 this November. Her words, “PSA 📣 📣📣.. Calling on all travel companies, let’s make magic together this November, I turn 35 and I want a solid girls trip to my dream destination Phuket – Thailand 🇹🇭 I want to wake up to the sounds of the ocean, visit nearby islands, drink some rum and live…
The President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Nnia Nwodo has shut down reports circulating that he had dissolved its chapter in the United Kingdom (UK). His comments are coming after reports in some sections of the media on Sunday which claimed that Ohanaeze Ndigbo chapters in the UK and Ghana had been dissolved. However, Chief Nnia has said in an SMS that the rumors were untrue and only a source of mischief. His words in the text, “I did not dissolve Ohanaeze Executive in the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland. There is neither a need nor request to do so. “The…
French winger, Anthony Martial can be one of the best strikers in the world next season if the club can use him properly, according to Dimitar Berbatov. Manchester United have placed too much faith of Martial since he was bought from Monaco 4 years ago and it is continuing that way ahead of next season with Lukaku set to leave the club. Berbatov has now said, with regular football, Martial can unleash his full potential. His words, “It depends on whether he has the attitude, the fighting spirit, but he is so good I think he can become one of…
Popular comedian, AY, who is presently on vacation in the UK with his wife, Mabel and their daughter, Michelle, recently flaunted a cute picture of them wearing matching outfits as they stepped out together. The photo is so beautiful that fans had no other choice but to admire the couple and their kid. See the photo, Ayodeji Richard Makun, also known by his stage name A.Y, is a Nigerian actor, comedian, radio and TV presenter, writer, producer and director. Born on August 19, he hails from Ifon, Ose local government in Ondo State. He is the host of the A.Y…
President Buhari has said his government is committed to promoting a vision of a secure, safe, upright of a peaceful Nigeria. Buhari said he is aware that the country is presently battling all kinds of threat and other security issues from Boko Haram terrorists. He added that Nigerians should know that the Federal Government is investigating the problems. His words, “This occasion affords me another opportunity to briefly reflect on the state of the Nigerian nation, particularly regarding national security. At the inception of our first tenure in 2015, Nigeria was at a critical crossroads. The Boko Haram group was…
Liverpool coach, Jurgen Klopp has asked for a change to the Premier League calendar as a tired Liverpool ready themselves for competitive action. Liverpool are set to battle Manchester City in the Community Shield tomorrow, less than 2 months after their win against Spurs in the Champions League final. Sadio Mane has been granted permission to miss the game after starring for Senegal at the Africa Cup of Nations as recently as July 19. Klopp has however said PL players have become untenable, especially in view of the later start dates for top-flight leagues in Italy, Spain and Germany. His…
Nicki Minaj is set to be a wife as she plans to change her surname to her soon to be hubby, Kenneth Petty’s name. TMZ is reporting that as Nicki and Kenneth visited the marriage registry during the week, the rapper decided to change her name from Onika Tanya Maraj to Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty. The same report said that Nicki and Kenneth might have already tied the knot secretly. According to TMZ, a few of her buddies flew into Los Angeles on Tuesday this week, and they stayed in a hotel for 48 hours before exiting the city. Other rumors…
Nigerian minister-delegate, Gbemisola Saraki has said the 43 persons the Senate confirmed as ministers this week are decent and honorable people. Gebmi, who is one of Buhari’s nominees from Kwara State, disclosed this in a recent statement. Her remarks are coming after the president was criticized over his choices of second term ministers. The list has been blasted especially because it relates to some of the nominees about to be undergoing investigation on corruption-related issues. Her words, “As we join hands across the many divides of our beautiful rainbow, we are reminded of the responsibility to the many men and…
Edmilson has said he believes Neymar can replace Lionel Messi as the undisputed star at Barcelona if he can concentrate on his game. After spending time at Lyon and Barcelona during his playing days, the ex Brazil star who has lifted several trophies for both club and country has said he believes his compatriot can replace the Argentine when he retires. Speaking recently, he had his say on Neymar’s career. His words, “Barca will be thinking about Messi’s retirement. He still has a few years left in him, but in three, four or five years, I think Neymar could very…
Amazing singer and beautiful vocalist, Waje has announced her first-ever owned concert, set to take place on September 1st, 2019 at the Shell Hall Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos. The organizers have said that the concert will focus on Waje’s recent R&B album title “Red Velvet”. Guests and fans have been promised a lovely bedroom musical from sensual, soulful lovelorn ballads to fierce energetic affirmations. Johnny Drille is set to perform and the show will be hosted by the hilarious Chigul. She had this to say on Instagram, “I have wanted to do this for a long time, to sing my…
President Muhammadu Buhari has assured families of the Police Officer, Usman Umar and that of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Precious Owolabi, who both died in line of duty. Owolabi and Umar gave their lives during a clash between the Police and members of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), in Abuja. Late DCP Umar, before his demise, was the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations), at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Police Command, while Owolabi was shot while on duty for Channels Television. A recent statement by Malam Garba Shehu, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on…
Liverpool manager, Jurgen Klopp has said his club must avoid basking in the euphoria of winning the UCL if they are to challenge for titles this upcoming season. Liverpool battle Premier League champions, Manchester City in the Community Shield tomorrow after defeating Tottenham to claim their sixth European Cup last season. Klopp is not scared of his boys becoming complacent, but feels they must forget their past success and focus on the fresh season. His words, “The players aren’t the problem. How would they change in four or five weeks?” “The new situation is that it was a big achievement…