Manchester United midfielder, Nemanja Matic has said he is the one to blame for the 4-0 defeat to Everton at Goodison Park on Sunday. Matic was the culprit for Everton’s second goal when he let Gylfi Sigurdsson have enough space to net from 20 yards, and the former Chelsea man admitted he could’ve played better. His words to TV2, “Many things didn’t work for us today,” “First of all, our approach. “I think that the most experienced guys, in this case me, didn’t play well today. So I don’t think we need to blame the young guys today. I was…
Author: David Folami
The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) have said Governor Akinwunmi Ambode is “an achiever and administrator per excellence Lagosians will miss”. Mr Alex Omotehinse, the Chairman of the Lagos State Branch of CDHR, revealed that the Lagos State governor’s achievements were so many that Lagosians have to always remember them. They said, “The Lagos State branch appreciate the outgoing Governor, His Excellency Mr Akinwunmi Ambode, for the good works he has been doing in the state for the past three and half years. “Without any fear or favour and with utmost sincerity, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode has demonstrated…
Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham has shared a message for online trolls and bullies, urging them to stop making life hard by doing what they do. The moviestar revealed that not everybody can fight back and whoever is engaging in it will also face its repercussions in future. Her words, “The world is already cruel and unfair. Stop making life difficult by being a bully. Everyone cannot stand against bully or fight back. There are many that have gone down due to bullying. Please let’s stand for something for the good of others, don’t be source of despair, be the reason…
Cristiano Ronaldo has come out to state that he is “1,000 percent” sure that he will remain at Juventus next season after winning the Serie A title in his very first season. Italian media had reported earlier in the week that the Portuguese was looking to exit the club after the Italian giants crashed out of the UCL against Ajax, which Massimiliano Allegri denied day after. Ronaldo himself has now come out to speak about how he is certain he is going nowhere. His words, “I’m really happy to have won the Italian title in my first season here. It…
President Muhammadu Buhari has revealed his sadness at the bad attacks on various churches and hotels in Sri Lanka on the holy day of Easter. He disclosed this in a recent statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, in Abuja on Sunday. Muhammadu Buhari expressed his condolences to the families that lost someone and wished fast recovery to whoever is injured. His words, “We stand with victims of terrorism all over the world because we know and understand this harrowing inhuman activity,” According to him, Nigeria is with the people of Sri Lanka at…
Nigerian singer, Teni has revealed that her biggest influence musically is her big sister, Niniola. Speaking to Punch, she broke down the relationship they both share as singers and sisters. Her words, “I have a very wide taste in music; so, I listen to all sorts and that influences me in different ways. However, in the industry here in Nigeria, Niniola and Davido are among my biggest influences. Davido is a wonderful person and I recall the first time I met him was in Los Angeles, US. He advised me to stay focused on my music career and I would…
Paul Merson has said there will be an all-English finals in the Europa League and Champions League. Liverpool and Spurs are both in the semi-finals of the Champions League, while Arsenal and Chelsea sealed their spot in the final four of the Europa League last week. Chelsea and Arsenal are favorites to reach the Europa League final and Merson thinks a Premier League side will emerge as winner both competitions. His words, “I think Arsenal probably play Chelsea in the final. I think we could have two all-English finals,’ said on Sky Sports. “All about injuries, fitness and confidence [in…
US President, Donald Trump and his government are looking at fresh measures to focus on countries that have a high rate of citizens overstaying their visas in the United States. Nations whose citizens overstay short-term tourist and business visas might receive travel restrictions as part of new immigration measures being looked at by the US government, as per a report by the Wall Street Journal. White House spokesman, Hogan Gidley also revealed that the Trump administration will make it top priority to decrease overstay rates for visas. He said, “It’s well known that the administration is working to ensure faithful…
Nigerian singer, Oritse Femi and his wife, Nabila Fash are marking their second year wedding anniversary today. The “Igbeyawo.” crooner jumped on Instagram to write, “Wow 😊two years no be beans o .. been putting our things on a low .. but e no get as e go be , I say make I do my people small totori 😁 .. make una wish us happy two years wedding anniversary I beg e no easy for hard guys like this to fall and stay in love 😍 #noperfectrelationship just #beyourself 🤵👰⭐️💯👍 “ Nabila, also shared, “It’s our second wedding anniversary.…
Ex Manchester United coach, Louis van Gaal has criticised Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s tactics after Manchester United’s UCL defeat to Barcelona by saying that the former Molde manager has “parked the bus” in lots of crucial games. Man Utd exited the competition after a 3-0 defeat to Barca at Camp Nou on Tuesday evening. His words, “I can see how Ole had some impact in the beginning, because United were ninth in the table when he took over and the team was nothing, “United had been playing anti-football, as I call it, but don’t think that Ole isn’t afraid to park…
The Yoruba Ronu Leadership Forum has asked Nigerian governors to look up to President Muhammdu Buhari who signed N30,000 minimum wage into law last week. This was revealed in a statement signed by its Secretary-General, Mr Akin Malaolu. Mr Akin said Buhari’s action is a sign that he focuses on Nigeria’s wellbeing above self-gains. He said, “The Buhari-led government highly recognises synergy between workers well-being and national development, hence the need for state governors to key into the idea. “We are appealing to the 36 state governors, other political leaders and elders to cause a stem in profligacy and other…
“Issa Goal” crooner, Naira Marley has dropped his own view on internet scam a.k.a yahoo-yahoo. Two days back, he shared in an Instagram post that anybody who knows a thing or two about slavery will not see internet scam as a crime. His words, ‘If u know about slavery u go know say yahoo no b crime’ This is his reaction to what Simi had to say about the scammers weeks back, she blasted them and warned them to not purchase her CDs or view her Youtube videos again. She said, “Common guys, you don’t have to like me, you…
Manchester City headed back to the top of the table after a 1-0 victory over Tottenham courtesy Phil Foden, who netted his first Premier League goal on Saturday. The teenager headed Sergio Aguero’s knock down from close range after the Argentine striker utilized Bernardo Silva’s cross. Pep Guardiola said he was a genius for playing Foden in what was only his second Premier League start and seeing him score in just 5 minutes. His words, “How good is the manager? I am a genius. He scored a goal,” “Phil is an incredible player. We needed this capacity to press high…
Mrs Aisha Buhari has revealed that she plans to establish a private university she is set to call a “Muhammadu Buhari University”. She did not share where the University would be located, explaining that the university would be set up in collaboration with partners from Sudan and Qatar. Her words, “I cannot conclude without suggesting how we can complement the efforts of government in achieving some of its developmental goals. “On this note, I would like to advocate for the establishment of Adamawa Development Trust Fund through which prioritized developmental projects can be financed and implemented,” Aisha Buhari shared that…
B-red has come out to state that Davido’s success has gone a long way in helping him to be a better person. In a recent interview with Punch, he spoke on his struggling music career compared to his cousin’s massive success. He said, “A record company will always push one artiste before others and Davido was the first on the list. He is my family member and I don’t hate him. I am happy he is successful and a big artiste in Africa because his success rubs off on me too. It is normal for people to always compare artistes,…
Manchester United boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has come out to say that there is no “quick fix” to the team’s struggles and has cancelled out making major changes in the transfer window. Man Utd received a 4-0 thrashing from Barcelona in the UCL quarterfinals are experiencing terrible form in the EPL as well, with Manchester City and Liverpool batteline it out for the PL title. His words, “There will be new players coming in over summer but I don’t think you can expect six,” “I don’t think any manager you ask would be in favour of that amount of change…
Gov. Abdulaziz Yari of Zamfara State has disclosed that the government will not say sorry over the alleged killing of villagers in the state during the destruction of suspected bandits camps in Dumburum village in Zurmi local government area of the state. He revealed this in a statement when an investigation team payed him a visit at his Talata-Mafara private residence, and said Dunburum village was the hideout for criminals for years. His words, “As far as I am concerned and as the head of government in the state, l haven’t seen anything wrong done by the air force, l…
Nollywood actor, Jim Iyke just welcomed a baby boy. Alongside a photo on Instagram, the actor revealed that his family life is his business but he likes to share the rare moments with his followers. HE wrote, “I am ultra private with my family. But this is the rarest of moments. Back to 2 hrs sleep nightly. Back to cat naps with my sub conscious peaked for the slightest movement. Back to groggy mornings and big unknowing smiles. Welcome home King. I cant find the right words now. Every being in me is pulsating with raw primordial energy. A Lion…
Ex Manchester United boss, Jose Mourinho has said Ole Gunnar Solskjaer got his tactics wrong during his team’s 3-0 defeat to Barcelona at the Camp Nou. Man Utd were behind 1-0 from the first leg and began the game on a bright note, creating quick chances from Marcus Rashford and then through Scott McTominay. However, Barca weathered the storm and netted twice in four minutes through Lionel Messi to seal their qualification. Jose said, “I think the United approach was different,” ‘In the first leg they tried to occupy that central zone. Messi’s position is easy to understand but it…
The Progressive Students Movement (PSM), a Pan-African Students group has praised President Muhammadu Buhari for signing the New Minimum Wage Bill into Law. Yesterday, Buhari signed the Minimum Wage Repeal and Re-enactment Bill 2019 into law and it is to take effect from April 18. The President of PSM in Nigeria, Mr Bestman Okereafor did the praising in Enugu State. PSM said the move is going to make Nigerian workers enjoy the fruit of their labour. His words, “The attention of the leadership of the PSM has been drawn to the decision of President Buhari to sign into law the…