Senate President, Bukola Saraki has told APC leader, Bola Tinubu to provide evidence that he has padded the national budgets since 4 years ago. Bola Tinubu, in a recent statement, said Saraki and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, have padded the national budgets since they assumed power in their respective roles. His statement read, “National budgets were delayed and distorted as these actors repeatedly sought to pad budgets with pet projects that would profit them,” “Even worse, they cut funds intended to prosper projects that would have benefited the average person. After four years of their…
Author: David Folami
Just days back, “Issa goal” crooner, Naira Marley dropped a controversial post where he said Yahoo Yahoo is not a crime. His words were, “If you know about slavery, you go know say Yahoo no be crime.” His statement captivated the attention of several Nigerians including Ruggedman, who warned him to not mislead the youths. Marley has however expatiated on his statement by saying, “Anything you do in life, glorify it.” “Don’t tell people not to glorify what they do. I’m still ready to go live sha.”
Manchester City winger, Raheem Sterling has said he wants an automatic nine-point deduction plus three matches behind closed doors for football clubs if their fans involve themselves in racism. He urged the authorities to curb issues relating to the shameful act after he signed a manifesto that yearns for persistent and proper punishment for racist and discriminatory behaviour. His words, “I’d call for an automatic nine-point deduction for racist abuse,” “It sounds harsh but which fan will risk racist behaviour if it might relegate their team or ruin their title bid? “The club should have to play three games behind…
The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has revealed that the 2019 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results will be released after the Easter break. JAMB also vowed to reach out to candidates who wrote the exams via their phone number when the results are released. The board’s Head, Media and Information, Dr. Fabian Benjamin disclosed this in an interview on Sunday, April 21, 2019, in Lagos. His words, “The board wants to distance itself from such rumours about releasing the results of candidates of the just-concluded UTME and steps to check these results as being speculated. “Candidates should disregard…
Nollywood actress, Shola Kosoko and her husband, Abina recently welcomed a new born baby and family and friends gathered together days back for the amazing naming ceremony. Her colleagues, filmmakers and actors were at the occasion to support and celebrate with her and her hubby. Her dad, Prince Jide Kosoko also attended. See the baby,
Manchester United boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has come out to say that he is the right man to lead Manchester United’s revival even after the terrible dip in form that is making their top four dreams seem too much to ask. Manchester United will host Manchester City at Old Trafford tomorrow after six defeats in eight games, including the shameful showing against Everton at Goodison Park. These results have raised doubts about whether he is the right choice ahead of Tottenham coach, Mauricio Pochettino who has lead Spurs to the UCL semifinals. His words, “Well I would like to say…
The Federal Government recently vowed that security agencies are doing their utmost best to make sure the 3 kidnapped victims are released safely. FG promised to track down and apprehend the crooks that killed two humanitarian workers last week in Kaduna, Nigeria. Matthew Oguche, a Nigerian, and Faye Mooney, a British aid worker were both gunned down by armed assasins who broke into Kajuru Castle, a recreational resort last week Friday. They also kidnapped three people during the attack. FG’s statement, via Lai Mohammed, mourned with the families of the deceased victims and pledged that their killers will be arrested…
Kenyan singer, Victoria Kimani has shared that she cannot date a man who does not have money and is also not ambitious. Chatting recently with Upclose with Betty, she shared the qualities she desires in the opposite sex. Her words, “First of all you can’t be broke,” “He needs to have swag and be successful” She then wrapped it up by saying a man who is not hardworking and ambitious is a no for her.
Real Madrid boss, Zinadine Zidane has said Karim Benzema is the “best No. 9 in the world” after Karim netted three goals in the 3-0 La Liga victory over Athletic Bilbao. The French striker scored with a header from Marco Asensio’s cross just after 45 minutes and headed his brace from a corner then wrapped up his hat-trick with a chip into an empty net after a goalkeeper error. Benzema has now netted each of Real’s last eight goals, making it 30 in all competitions for 2018-19. Zidane said, “For me Karim is best No. 9 in the world, although…
APC leader, Bola Tinubu, has said his concentration right now is to help Muhammadu Buhari develop, refine and implement a progressive agenda to improve the economy and bring prosperity to the citizens. He revealed this in a statement titled ‘Tinubu Focusing on the Issues of Today: “Tomorrow is the Master of Itself”, released on Sunday by his Media Officer, Mr Tunde Rahman, in Lagos. This was his reaction to reports that said he was chief manipulator of the APC nomination process for the National Assembly leadership so he can position himself to become president in 2023. His words, “Not only…
Celebrity couple, Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott took PDA to a whole new level as they showed up at Kanye West’s Sunday service at Coachella. At some point, they just could not get enough of themselves and were seen sharing a kiss as they saw Kanye perform on stage. Kylie wore a cream mid-length dress, while Travis flaunted his white T-shirt and a black pair of jeans. See photos,
Chelsea striker, Gonzalo Higuain has come out to say that criticism does not affect him. The Argentine forward has always been blasted for his failure to help his country lift a major trophy, and he also exited Napoli to play for rival club, Juventus, three years ago. His words to ESPN, “I always regretted hiding, not going out on the street for fear of what people might say,” “There are people who cause so much pain and do so many bad things and yet they go out there showing their faces without shame, “And we, who don’t kill anyone, who…
Defeated presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has revealed to Presidential Election Petition Tribunal that he is Nigerian by birth, which is a reaction to contrary allegations by APC. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) named the APC’s President Muhammadu Buhari winner of the February 23 election with 15,191,847 of the total votes cast while Atiku gained 11,262,978 votes. However, Atiku is still disagreeing and believes he had more votes. Reacting, Buhari and APC have said the former Vice President does not even qualify to contest since he was born in Adamawa State when it was…
Soundcity presenter, VJ Adams has come out to refute reports that he is a musician once in a while. In a recent chat with Vanguard, the popular host said his music is the perfect blend of a rapper and a singer. His words, “Wow! Such a shot at me. I’m more of a project guy, I like body of works; I’m not into the single business even though that’s where the world is right now. So, I’d rather go back, record for a couple of months, put a body of work together and put it out. Next body of work…
Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola has referred to Phil Foden as “special” but cautioned him that he will still find it hard to get into his first team. The teenager netted his first Premier League goal in his second start two days back against Tottenham, a goal that sealed three points for the blue side of Manchester. Pep believes the youngster will blow the league up in the future but also said he has to keep training hard to make his dreams come true. His words, “He has to fight Fernandinho and [David] Silva, he has to beat [Ilkay] Gundogan,…
JAMB has said reports that scores of candidates who sat for the UTME exams are being reduced are fake. The board revealed this in a statement signed by its Head of Media and Publicity, Dr Fabian Benjamin. The rumored report was that scores of students that were found culpable for any form of malpractise was being reduced by 100 marks. Jamb said, “A gang being coordinated from a town called Igarra in Edo State with affiliates in Lagos, Ogun, Osun, Abia, Anambra and Plateau states are circulating fake notice of impending reduction of UTME scores. “This is with intent to…
Nollywood actress, Deborah Anugwa, who plays Sekinat on ‘Hustle’ has praised former BBNaija housemate, Tobi Bakre. On Jara, she revealed that the reality TV star has an outstanding personality. She said even if people see him as a snub and someone that is arrogant, moving close to him has showed that is all wrong. Her words, “I used to think (Tobi) you were a snub and a little bit cocky but along the line, I found out that you are a friendly person and a very amazing person,” Tobi and Sekinat met when he joined the cast of the TV…
Manchester United boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said he is not sure if all his players care after the disgraceful 4-0 loss to Everton. Man Utd succumbed to their 6th defeat in eight games after a terrible display at Goodison Park, making their top-four hopes an unrealistic dream right now with Manchester City and Chelsea still to come. Asked after the game if he thought his players were passionate about the club like they should, he said, “I don’t know. “You’ve got to ask them. I’ve asked them, you’re not going get the answer from me but if you want…
Lagos State House of Assembly member, Mr Victor Akande has begged Lagos Governor-elect, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu to ensure he fulfills the vows made to the Badagry division during campaigns. Akande, representing Ojo Constituency I at the Lagos State House of Assembly, shared this plea in an interview with newsmen on Monday in Lagos. He pleaded with Sanwo-Olu to ensure incredible rehabilitation of the roads in Badagry division is priority. His words, “We don’t have a solid government presence in the division and our roads are so bad. “We want Sanwo-Olu to look into this and meet the promises he made…
For comedians that derive pleasure in joking about Jesus Christ on stage, Yul Edochie has a few words for you. The Nollywood actor went on Twitter to say that is completely unacceptable to engage in such as it does not show respect to the King of Kings. See what he wrote, Do you agree?