Manchester United boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer can bring back the glory days at Manchester United after he returned “attacking and enjoyable football” to the club, according to Jesper Olsen. After a successful period as caretaker period since Jose Mourinho’s dismissal in December, Ole penned a three-year deal to become United’s permanent manager in March. Manchester United, who are 6th and striving to make UCL spots have not won the league title since SAF retired in 2012, dismissing David Moyes, Louis van Gaal and Mourinho after they all faltered. Asked if Ole can take United back to the top of English…
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President Muhammadu Buhari has hailed Mr Waheed Olagunju, former Acting Managing Director of Bank of Industry Limited and Executive Director of Small and Medium Enterprises on his 60th birthday. Olagunju will celebrate his birthday today. In a recent statement by Mr Femi Adesina, Buhari celebrated with every family members, friends and associates of Olagunju. He also praised Mr Waheed for always presenting himself for service to Nigeria and humanity, due to his fear of God and sense of patriotism. He had good things to say about the man for featuring in a major role to support the vision of diversifying…
Once again, Toyin Abraham and Chioma Akpotha have collaborated on a new movie, “Street Kid.” Recall that both actresses were responsible for the 2018 mega movie, “The Ghost and the Tout.” They are currently working on “Street Kid,” a brand new movie directed by Tony Dudu and produced by Wale Muraina. It also features Kalu Ikeagwu, Jibola Dabo, Racheal Oniga, Patrick Doyle, and Femi Durojaye amongst others. Speaking recently, Wale Muraina said ‘Street Kid’ is scheduled for cinema release on May 24, 2019.
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola has said winning four trophies in a season will be “almost impossible” after he battled another injury worry as Manchester City reached the FA Cup final. Kyle Walker got subbed at half-time in the 1-0 victory against Brighton and Pep also shared that Sergio Aguero, who missed the game through injury, is yet to train since last week Sunday. His words, “I will announce something to you, it is almost impossible to win the Quadruple, almost,” “Put it in the headlines, guys. It is almost impossible to win the Quadruple. Surviving in that stage of…
Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje has asked for peaceful coexistence among Christian, Muslims and people of other religions in Nigeria. Ganduje shard this in Kano yesterday during the annual Maulud celebration to celebrate the birthday and flaunt the greatness of the leader of Tijjaniyya sect, Sheikh Ibrahim Inyass of Senegal. He requested peaceful coexistence, understanding and tolerance among the several ethnic groups and religious citizens in Nigeria. He begged Muslims to continue in the spirit of love, tolerance plus patience and expects them to do only what Prophet Muhammad taught them in the Holy Book. He revealed that Nyass was…
Kenyan superstar, Victoria Kimani is sorry for aiming shots at Tiwa Savage on her Instagram page. Last week, April 3, 2019, Kimani released her #Fuckyouchalllenge song and in her own cover, she aimed digs at Tiwa Savage calling her ‘Grandma African bad girl’. Her words, ‘Grandma African bad gyal,turning 45 and still claiming bad girl.You can block me from a show but you can’t block my blessings.We all know you selling pu*ssy and it’s so depressing’ The Kenyan music star has, however, said sorry to Tiwa Savage for slut-shaming and age-shaming her, admitting she was wrong. Her words, “She is…
German champions, Bayern Munich ridiculed Bundesliga title rivals Borussia Dortmund 5-0 on Saturday, netting four goals in the first half to wrestle back the number one spot and get back on track to seal record-extending seventh straight league crown. Bayern netted two times in the opening 17 minutes via Mats Hummels and Robert Lewandowski, scoring two more from Javi Martinez and Serge Gnabry before the second half. Lewa’s goal made him the 5th player in Bundesliga history to attain the 200-goal mark and the first player without a German nationality to do so. Bayern, who fell to a disappointing draw…
Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha has come out to say he still reserves the constitutional power to make appointments till he exits office on May 29, 2019. He revealed this at the state capital after inaugurating the chairman and members of some government boards two month before his government expires. He urged the inaugurated members to serve the country well and to perform their role to the best of their abilities for the good of Imo State, assuring them that the law backed their appointment. His words, “My government is alive till May 29. So, I still have the rights…
Afrobeat legend, Femi Kuti has asked for complete reform of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) because they need total re-orientation. He revealed this as he spoke to the media at the New Afrika Shrine, Lagos where a protest against Police brutality took place on Friday, April 5, 2019. The protest was for the sad shooting of Kolade Johnson, a 36-year-old who was killed on Sunday, March 31, 2019 when the Special Anti-Cultism Squad (SACS) of the Lagos State Police Command was trying to arrest another man because of his dreadlocks in the Mangoro area of Lagos. Mr Femi said, “We’re…
Reports are currently spreading that Manchester United is planning to bring back Crystal Palace star, Wilfired Zaha if they fail to sign Borussia Dortmund winger, Jadon Sancho in the summer. Zaha was Sir Alex Ferguson’s last signing at Old Trafford, but only spent two years at the club from 2013-2015 as he struggled to get into the first team, making just two Premier League appearances. After doing well in his second loan move with Crystal Palace, he signed for the club permanently four years ago and has contributed 29 goals in 141 appearances since that decision. Manchester United’s main target…
Ex secretary to the Nigerian government, Babachir Lawal has asked Yemi Osinbajo to not expect preferential treatment as regards the man that will be chosen to take over from Buhari in 2023. Mr Buhari sealed four more years last month. The campaign contained arguments that voters in the south should give Mr Buhari another four years so that their region can be favored in 2023. The debate caused disagreements between APC Southeast members and their counterparts from the Southwest. Babachir, however, has said the APC did not vow to give Mr Osinbajo any ticket apart from the VP one, and…
Emeka Okonkwo a.k.a E Money, who is chairman of Five Star Music group has bagged a Honorary Doctorate Degree in Business Management and Corporate Governance. Expressing his joy at his achievement, he shared, “To God be the glory! I have just received a Honorary Doctorate Degree in Business Management and Corporate Governance at an event held inside the University of Lagos. I’m joined here by the incoming Deputy Governor of Lagos, Dr Obafemi Hamzat whose father, Olatunji Hamzat (an influential politician) also bagged a Doctorate Degree. Congratulations to all Honourees.” See photos,
Manchester United boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has come out to say to say that Marcus Rashford picked up an ankle injury ahead of the EPL clash against Wolves and that was why he did not feature. This is the second injury issue for the Englishman recently after he initially got injured in February against Liverpool, and last month he was also forced to the exit the England squad. Olee said, “Yeah, he got a knock again, but it’s a different ankle, it’s not the same ankle luckily. He’ll be sorely missed today. Hopefully Rom [Lukaku] can do the job though.…
President Muhammadu Buhari has begged world leaders to work towards reducing the gap in social and economic opportunities for citizens as solution to the current conflicts all over the world. The President, who accepted an invitation by King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein of Jordan, felt Boko Haram terrorism in Nigeria is because of the lack of socio-economic inclusion. His words, “It is at this point that we must ask ourselves how we, as a region, got to this point. The answer, at least in the case of Nigeria, is the lack of social and economic inclusion. As Nigeria celebrated being…
Nollywood actress, Zainab Balogun has revealed how her husband’s kids cried when they discovered she would be their mum. Mrs Zainab is currently married to Dikko Nwachukwu, the owner of Jetwest Airway, who at the time was a widower after his wife died in 2015. Her words, ”I honestly didn’t envision I would get married as soon as I did. For me It has always been about connections. I have never particularly dated guys for what they had or what they can give me. So when you meet someone that is the definition of kindness, of partnership, of love, of…
Inter Milan boss, Luciano Spalletti has come out to say that there is more to his team than Mauro Icardi. After his long break, Icardi returned against Genoa, sealing his comeback with a goal. But Inter coach does not want his team to be all about the Argentine as he believes he does not manage a one man team. Spalleti said, “The Icardi issue was an opportunity to re-evaluate that Inter are a team and not a single player. As I said many times, there are moments during the season when you have to analyse things more carefully. We must…
APC has revealed that it is ready to reposition the party to assert its presence and guarantee in future elections in Anambra State. The state Acting Chairman of the party, Mr Basil Ejidike revealed this at the end of the party’s State Working Committee (SWC) in Awka on Saturday. He shared that the party would hold a summit in May, which was focused towards redefining, repositioning and re-strategising the party in the state. His words, “The three-day conference shall have bearing on the outcome of the fact-finding Committee set up last week, which has two weeks to submit its reports.…
Nigerian singer and newly-wed, Simi has voiced out against internet fraud. The petite musicstar shared that Nigerians have to change their mentality about Yahoo boys if we wish for the world to see us in a good way. She shared this on a live video on Instagram, when she was challenged by a fan who told her Yahoo Boys were responsible for her high music sales. Replying the fan, Simi said if buying her music was the excuse Yahoo Boys have for continuing their crime, she’d rather they stopped patronizing her work. She also said she feels bad at they…
Real Madrid boss, Zinedine Zidane did not commit to anything when he was asked about Gareth Bale’s future at the Spanish capital and also revealed that some robust words in the dressing room ensured his team defeated Eibar 2-1 in Saturday’s La Liga clash at the Bernabeu. A poor first-half attracted a lead from Eibar via Marc Cardona, but Real bounced back after the break and two Karim Benzema headers sealed the victory. Zidane praised his players for fighting in unity to make the result happen. His words, “I will not tell you what I said at half-time, but a…
Indigenes of Zamfara have asked President Muhammadu Buhari to instantly put a stop to the killings and kidnappings presently sucking the life out of Zamfara State in Nigeria. The indigenes, who held a protest in Abuja on Saturday, spoke against the insecurity and apprehension in the country. The convener of the protest, Miss Fatimah Mustapha revealed that the protest was to let the government know about the harsh murders and several cases of kidnapping in Zamfara state. She alleged that Zamfara State government were doing absolutely nothing to arrest the situation. Mrs Kaderia Ahmed, a journalist also said, “We have…