Chief Bode George has said the party needs a man with massive experience as national chairman to enable it to wrestle back power in 2019. “We are at the crossroads and if we take the wrong turn, we may not make it,’’ the one-time Deputy National Chairman of the party said. According to him, God is giving the party a second chance after its defeat at the 2015 polls after a 16-year rule. “If you’re suddenly hit by a fast-moving train when you don’t expect it, the shock itself is incalculable. We went into a spin and almost lost confidence…
Author: David Folami
The Ondo State Government says it will provide detective diagnostic machine by December to reduce the spread of breast cancer in the state. Wahab Adegbenro, Commissioner for Health, noted that the state government was increasing the awareness campaign and facilities that could make women in the state breast examination for early detection of the disease. “And government is collaborating with some partners so that through examination breast cancer could be stopped. “We are working to make sure that everybody in this state remains healthy. “We are trying to get one diagnostic breast cancer machine Insha Allah by December and men…
Dr Ibe Kachikwu, very recently, shared the leakage with members the public of a memo to President Muhammadu Buhari by the ministry. He displayed the displeasure in a statement in Abuja by Mr Idang Alibi, Director, Press Relations, in the ministry. He said ”the attention of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources has been drawn to a publication on a memo emanating from the ministry. ”Please note the following: the communication under reference is a normal procedural correspondence by the minister to the President relating to developments in parastatals under his supervision. ”It is most distressing to the ministry of petroleum…
Mr Remi Omowaiye, the Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology in Osun, has described Gov. Rauf Aregbesola as a symbol of good governance for generations yet unborn. Omowaiye said the Osun Youth Empowerment Scheme (OYES) as well as massive road and school infrastructure projects had become models for other states. “Unfortunately, the governor has been circumstantial victim of misrepresentation and orchestrated media attack. “It is on record that the SUKUK loan which was used as part of the re-engineering tool in the state has become a template for the Federal Government now despite the widespread criticism against the noble idea.…
President Muhammadu Buhari’s special assistant on new media, Lauretta Onochie has replied the claims made by former first lady Patience Jonathan that she is being persecuted because of her role in the 2015 presidential election. She insinuated that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is looking into Mrs. Jonathan over stolen items within her reach. The presidential aide tweeted this on Tuesday, October 3, via her handle @Laurestar. Onochie wrote, “Madam, under your admin, oops, your husband’s admin, perversion of the course of justice was standard. Under @MBuhari’s admin, it’s forbidden. “Again, there must be something about you that…
Oby Ezekwesili, has warned Nigerian leaders about the crucial consequences of the nation’s continued over-dependence on oil. She also said that Nigeria has to diversify its economy and maintain a level ground with the rest of the world to secure its future. “Norway, one of the biggest oil producers has just stashed $1 trillion of her oil money in a sovereign wealth fund. “I was in Norway recently, and 10 per cent of vehicles used there run on electric. Nigeria should ask herself these critical questions because very soon, Nigeria will drink her crude oil,” she said. Nigeria’s economy is…
Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State has said market forces should be allowed to determine the prices of petroleum products. “Oyo State is one of the most cosmopolitan states in Nigeria with a large population. “We all know that such a state would no doubt be among the largest consumers of petroleum products. “NNPC should open more outlets, particularly in Ibadan, and be more competitive. You can even allow state governments to register for allocations,’’ he said. Earlier, Baru said he was in the state for the inauguration of the depot that had not been working in the last two decades.…
Senator Isa Misau has accused the inspector general of Police, Ibrahim Idris of having sexual relationship with two female police officers. “The IG is openly having two relationships with police women which gave special promotion,” Misau began. He continued: “One of them is Amina and one of them is DSP Esther which the IG on 15th of last month got married to that woman DSP. Under police act and regulation, you cannot marry as serving woman police unless that woman retire. “He quickly did a secret wedding in Kaduna because the lady is four months pregnant. I am saying this…
Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, has said that Federal Government’s motive is to roll over at least 60 per cent of 2017 capital projects to 2018 fiscal year. She noted that there was no stoppage in terms of capital releases and projects. Adeosun said, “we had a rollover from the 2016 to the 2017 budget. There was no stoppage in terms of capital spent as projects simply continued. “In the way in which we allocated the fund, the prioritisation was according to the objectives of the economy and growth plan. “We were focused on project completion. So, we prioritised projects that were…
Marouane Fellaini is glad to shun criticism from Manchester United fans, according to Ryan Giggs. “I’ve worked with him and he’s a great lad to train because he does exactly what you want, and hasn’t let the fans bother him because he’s always had the support of the players and the coaches.” “Marouane Fellaini has really proved his importance, stepping in for Paul Pogba,” Giggs added. “He has scored important goals, as he did at Everton, and I’m really pleased for him after taking a lot of stick over the years. “He is effective, knows his strengths and limitations, and…
Xabi Alonso believes Steven Gerrard will eventually become a “big manager” and says he is closely watching his progress with Liverpool’s under-18s. Gerrard started coaching in February and took charge of the club’s U18s at their Kirkby academy in the summer. “I’m following the early steps of his career closely and for sure he has all the attributes to become a big manager and a Liverpool manager one day,” he told Liverpool’s official website. “To have someone with his knowledge [will help Liverpool’s youngsters]. But it’s different, you can be a great player but being a manager is a different…
Diego Simeone has said he wants his players to give more when Antoine Griezmann is not performing, while adding that new signing Diego Costa is not guaranteed a starting spot when he is available to play in January. Griezmann was taken off with 25 minutes remaining in last Saturday’s 0-0 draw at Leganes, and the France international himself admitted to disappointment with his contribution after the previous Wednesday’s 2-1 defeat at home to Chelsea in the Champions League. Diego Simeone has said he is always looking to work his players up to give more to the club, while maintaining that…
Uli Hoeness has said he has already told Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola who will take over from Carlo Ancelotti as coach of the German champions. After dismissing Ancelotti last week, Bayern are working on their search for a new manager and Hoeness met with the club’s former coach Guardiola at a Munich restaurant on Tuesday. Hoeness saidthat a decision has already been made on Ancelotti’s successor — and that Guardiola is in support. “It was purely a friendly get-together, but of course we exchanged ideas,” Hoeness said. “I told him who we are going to appoint in the coming…
Mats Hummels has said that his bosses at Bayern Munich have asked him for information on his former coach Jurgen Klopp as the German champions increase their search for a new manager. Hummels, 28, won the Bundesliga with Klopp at Borussia Dortmund for two straight seasons in 2011 and 2012. The central defender progressed through all of Bayern’s youth teams but made just one league appearance in his first stint before opting to join Dortmund — initially on loan and then permanently in 2009. “I’m following Jurgen Klopp really closely because of the seven years we had when he coached…
Alexandre Lacazette has spoken up that he spoke with Paris Saint-Germain before eventually choosing Arsenal this summer. “We talked with PSG but quickly I knew that it wasn’t where I wanted to go,” Lacazette said. “In France, for me, it was only Lyon. PSG could have enabled me to make progress because they have great players but I wanted to experience another league.” Lacazette has scored four goals in seven Premier League appearances but feels this is just the beginning. “At the Emirates, I have good stats [four goals in four games],” he said. “Now I’ll have to continue like…
Edinson Cavani has played down his fight with Paris Saint-Germain teammate Neymar and said that everything was not as it seemed. Asked about his dispute with Neymar, Cavani told a news conference: “These are things to do with football. Sometimes things are blown out of proportion. Everyone is aware of that. These are things that are resolved within a changing room. “Everything has a solution and everything is calm now. The important thing is that we all fight for the same aim, whether it’s with the national team or for the club.” Cavani’s utmost attention is fully focused on Uruguay…
Steven Gerrard has said he is confident Jurgen Klopp will eventually bring success to Liverpool despite their poor start to the season. “The league doesn’t lie — Liverpool are where they are,” Gerrard said. “But what I would say is I am really enjoying watching the team at the moment. “I love the manager. I think he has taken this team and the club forward. There is a lot of excitement about. “I can see Jurgen is a little bit frustrated at the moment but we all are. Of course it could have been a little bit better if chances…
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho should play both Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial in the same team, according to Ryan Giggs. Rashford and Martial have combined to score 10 goals already this season. It has aided United start the new campaign with 33 goals in just 11 games in all competitions. “The battle between Marcus Rashford and Antony Martial has been great to follow,” Giggs said. “I could definitely see them in the same team, with Marcus being more of a natural centre-forward whereas Martial is more of a left-sided forward but can also play centrally.” Martial, who arrived at…
Ryan Giggs has said that Real Madrid star Gareth Bale should alter both his training regime and style of play if he wants to avoid the injuries which have so hindered his career in recent seasons. “When you look at Bale and the physical specimen he is, he is always going to be putting his body under pressure,” Giggs wrote. “Especially with the sort of challenges he comes up against from other players. “With the injuries he has had and at the stage of his career, this is when you need to start addressing it. When you get to your…
Genevieve Nnaji born 3 May 1979) is a Nigerian actress and singer. She won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role in 2005, making her the first actress to win the award. In 2011, she was honoured as a Member of the Order of the Federal Republic by the Nigerian government for her contribution to Nollywood. Nollywood actress, Genevieve Nnaji is definitely a woman of class and style and one of the most respected actress in the country today. A few weeks ago, there were reports that indicated that she might be married, but it…