Gov. Samuel Ortom of Benue has begged the those in the state to ensure they indulge themeselves in dry season farming. The governor made the statement on Tuesday in Makurdi while launching the unified standard weights and measures which would be used in all markets across the state. He promised that his administration would continue to provide the appropriate environment and support for agricultural production in Benue so as to enhance food security in the state. The governor said that the unified standard weights and measures were brought to the state in order to assist farmers and buyers to get…
Author: David Folami
Serena Williams had an old school-themed baby shower on Sunday, August 6, 2017. The party was held at in West Palm Beach, Florida. Eva Longoria, Ciara and others were among the guests at the baby shower. Kelly Rowland and Venus Williams also showed up. Serena Williams hasn’t let her pregnancy bump prevent her from hitting the gym. In recent snaps, Serena flaunts some of her workouts and they’re probably more intense than what most people do without a baby in their belly. Serena Williams wrote an open letter asking for equal pay for black women. “I have been treated unfairly,…
Nollywood legend, Chiwetalu Agu begged the Hausas to stop marginalising Igbos. This is coming after the quit notice issued to Igbos by the coalition of Northern youths. Agu blasted the statement, saying that if Igbos leave the North, the Hausas will go hungry. The actor also criticised the continued harassment of farmers by Fulani herdsmen. He criticised President Buhari for not doing enough to stop the action of the cattle rearers. Agu said “You the northerners, where were you when Igbos were building hotels and different things. Where were you, people? You people were asleep, busy eating money gotten from…
Pretty Ghanaian actress Juliet Ibrahim is so in love with her man, Nigerian rapper Iceberg Slim. Juliet Ibrahim celebrated her man’s birthday yesterday, Monday, August 7, 2017. She shared several photos of her and Iceberg on her Instagram account. “Happy birthday to my King @iamicebergslim” captioned Juliet Ibrahim in the one photo. “A Joyous Birthday to the One that has taught me how to Love unconditionally and so effortlessly… I wish you God’s blessings in abundance, prosperity, long life, good health, everything positive life has in store for you, success in all your endeavours and above all; I pray for…
Bad boy gone clean, Lynxxx is celebrating his second year anniversary since he became spiritually renewed on August 7, 2015. On Instagram, Lynxxx wrote: ” On this day 2 Years ago (7.8.15) i had an encounter with the Holy Spirit that changed my life, perspective and overall my entire being Forever. There has been growth, ups, downs, challenges, misconceptions, attacks, mocks, gossip, sowing, reaping, healing, manifestations, uncountable blessings and miracles on this journey in such a short period of time BUT one things for sure, i have no regrets and would never ever look back. I’m not perfect, would never…
Chris Brown has shown interest in his ex, Rihanna by commenting with an eye-popping emoji on a photo of her posted up on Instagram. Rihanna is out and about at a Barbados Crop Culture 2017 Carnival, where the ladies are made to wear beautiful bright and sassy costumes. Breezy and Riri have not been the best of friends for a years since their last breakup, and this looks like Brown might be interested in getting back together with the songstress. Some fans of Rihanna are however not happy with this latest development, with their comments, asking Chris Breezy to back…
Wizkid’s new status as an foreign celebrity seems to be getting way more convincing as seen in a recent picture that was shared of himself alongside Nicki Minaj. The image was posted today on the latter’s Instagram with both artistes looking like best pals. The “”Ojuelegba”” singer has shown he has gained acceptance in the far shores of the US ever since his ‘One dance’ song with Drake. His popularity among international fans has almost become assured and he made sure of that with his refined musical style. He is now named alongside African stars who have broken off the…
Nigerian-American singer Rotimi was on “The Breakfast Club” on Friday, August 4, 2017. During the interview, Rotimi came out clearly about his Nigerian roots and growing up in America with a hardworking mother. When Charlamagne Tha God asked him why Nigerians think differently from other Africans, Rotimi said “I don’t know. We just think differently than from West Africa. Pain is a direct line to royalty. The thought process is just work hard, get your job done and be successful” “My parents came when they were like 28. My mum came, she was homeless. She ended up graduating from Columbia…
MI Abaga has been warned by a fellow rapper S-Dot on the matter of his speaking against anti-gay laws in Nigeria. M.I agrees completely with this law now in place, the homosexuals should not come out in public with their sexual status. MI defends this opinion in reply to a Twitter follower by saying adultery and cheating are not right but they are not criminalized. “My thinking.. I was born straight.. I wd never want 2b punished 4 who I am.. because of this.. I wouldn’t punish som1 else for who they are. Cheating and adultery are wrong.. but they…
“Changed” Tonto Dikeh is now on an evangelical mission, Speaking to her fans on spiritual issues. The Nollywood actress who has been to and fro in a marriage is talking about spiritual healing and how use of hard drugs is not the answer but having a relationship with God. She also came out to say that even a pastor cannot solve one’s problems totally. ” You’ve been stuck for far too long!!! One thing I’ve discovered in life is that I had to participate in my healing journey. ‘Nothing changes until YOU change. Your therapist can’t fix you, your pastor…
Premier League managers on Tuesday, August 8 met at an annual meeting which held at the Premier League headquarters in London. The managers were pictured arriving the meeting which is held annually to inform all the division’s managers about the season’s new rules and several other issues. Arsene Wenger, Jurgen Klopp, Antonio Conte, Ronald Koeman, Mauricio Pochettino and Rafa Benitez all attended the meeting. New comers Frank de Boer, Marco Silva and Mauricio Pellegrino were there as well for the first time. Other managers present include Paul Clement, Eddie Howe, Sean Dyche and Slaven Bilic. Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola…
Sweden legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic is up to something as usual. Ibrahimovic has announced the launch of the mobile action game with an advert which shows him in an animated form wearing a robot suit. The advert begins with a slow zoom out from a close-up of the suit which expands to show Ibrahimovic in a robot suit. “I thought there were no challenges left,” Ibrahimovic’s voice says in the background. “That’s when they came – a new game, new rules and a new rival. “Someone I know very well. On this day, the universe will know there is only one…
Jose Mourinho insisted that Manchester United had emerged from their trip to Skopje for the UEFA Super Cup a better team despite the scoreline being 2-1 at the end of 90 minutes. The Portuguese manager had expected his team to struggle against the reigning European champions and they could have conceded more than just the goals scored by Casemiro and Isco, one in each half. “I always say the Champions League is one thing and the Europa League is another, and the Champions League winner obviously has a different potential,” said ex-Real coach Mourinho, whose current team are back in…
Fired up by a shambolic first season in England, Pep Guardiola has gone back to the drawing board in an attempt to construct Manchester City into Premier League champions. Expectations were rocket-high when Guardiola came to Manchester after years of being chased by them, but a title challenge failed to materialise and his side did not make a mark in any of the cup competitions. “With all respect to the players, last season we were one of the oldest teams in the Premier League. We didn’t buy full-backs for five, six years,” said Guardiola. “We decided last season we could…
Manchester United succumbed to defeat 2-1 in the European Super Cup to a Real Madrid side who appeared entirely up for it while United looked, by contrast, as if they are still trying to find their feet together. Isco and Casemiro played with massive freedom, and Luka Modric and Toni Kroos barely lost the ball. This was only a preseason match, but a considerable amount of work remains to be done for Jose Mourinho’s team. Nemanja Matic instantly added composure, strength and elegant passing in midfield. Antonio Valencia looked great getting forward at times, and both Marcus Rashford and Marouane…
Barcelona have reached an agreement with Liverpool to sign Philippe Coutinho after the little magician put pressure on the Premier League club to let him follow his heart and join the Spanish giant, sources close to the Catalan club has said. Coutinho is set to join Barca for a base fee of €90 million (£81.6m), with bonuses that could bring the deal to €120m (£108.8m), as the Catalan club begin to spend the €222m they received from Paris Saint-Germain for Neymar last week. A delegation from Barcelona headed up by chief executive Oscar Grau travelled to Liverpool on Monday night…
Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane said his team wants more titles after they added a sixth trophy during his less than two years in charge by beating Manchester United 2-1 in Tuesday’s UEFA Super Cup game in Skopje. Casemiro’s offside strike put Madrid ahead midway through the first half, with the double Champions League holders’ dominance rewarded just after the break through a superb finish by Isco after a one-two with reported United target Gareth Bale. United pulled one back when Keylor Navas made a meal of Nemanja Matic’s 20-yard strike and Romelu Lukaku drove home the rebound. Jose Mourinho’s…
Isco has said he is very sure that a new deal with Real Madrid is close to happening and “will be done soon” after doing his bit in a 2-1 victory against Manchester United in the UEFA Super Cup. The Spain international has just one year left on his deal at te Santiago Bernabeu and questions have arose about his future with no new contract signed yet from Los Blancos. But the 25-year-old, who scored Real Madrid’s second goal with great skill after being set up by teammate Gareth Bale, said a deal is close and that he has no…
Steven Gerrard has said that Philippe Coutinho will have to really show his discontent at staying at Anfield if he is to leave Liverpool for Barcelona this season. Jordi Blanco reported on Tuesday that Barcelona believe they have reached a deal with Liverpool to buy Coutinho for an initial €90 million (£81.6m), while sources close to the player have said that the Brazil international has informed his club that he would llike to join the Spanish giants. However, sources said earlier in the day that Liverpool remained sure of holding on to him, and club legend Gerrard — now working…
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho said a video review would have cancelled Real Madrid’s opening goal and led to extra time in the UEFA Super Cup on Tuesday. United lost the game 2-1 after goals from Casemiro and Isco gave Madrid a two-goal advantage before Romelu Lukaku got a goal back with his first competitive goal for his new club. But Mourinho disagreed with Casemiro’s opener, saying that had a video assistant referee (VAR) been watching outside the pitch in Skopje, Macedonia, the result would have been different with the Brazilian’s goal ruled out for offside. “I think we did…