Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson has been ruled out of Monday night’s game at Leicester City with a foot injury, a source has said. Henderson has not travelled to the King Power Stadium after picking up the injury in training on Friday. However, manager Jurgen Klopp will not be without the midfielder for long after a scan showed there was no broken bone in his foot. Lucas Leiva or Emre Can could deputise against the managerless champions, who slipped into the Premier League relegation zone after Crystal Palace beat Sunderland on Saturday. Henderson, who has been one of Liverpool’s best performers,…
Author: David Folami
Nollywood actress Mojisola Olaiya is a year older today. Mojisola is one of the daughters of one of Nigeria’s celebrated trumpeter and musician, who plays in the highlife style, Victor Abimbola Olaiya, also known as Dr Victor Olaiya. Moji Olaiya began her acting career with Wale Adenuga’s productions in their drama series, “Super Story”. She has starred in several Nollywood movies of Yoruba and English genres and is known for her roles in films such as “No Pain No Gain”, in which she played Ireti, “Sade Blade”, “Nkan Adun” and “Omo Iya Meta Leyi”. In 2003, she was nominated for…
The animosity between Oritsefemi and Shina Peller is finally over! The duo who went head to head last year following Oritsefemi’s infamous Quilox brawl have finally settled things. The ‘Double wahala’ singer was spotted at the Quilox Ultra Pool Party yesterday, February 26, 2017 having a ball. Oritsefemi was later joined by Quilox owner Shina Peller and they were both seen sharing drinks and cracking a joke. Shina Peller and Oritsefemi spent some time together and it seems to us that the hatchet has long been buried and all is forgiven. Last year November Oritsefemi claimed to have been attacked…
The Nicki Minaj/Remy Ma beef is turning into a celebrity war, with Trey Songz, Hot 97’s Ebro, Papoose and Meek Mill all getting dragged into it whether they like it or not. Guess the latest fighter to enter the arena is? The Game! Yes! The rapper who jumped into the fight early this morning has resurrected from his last beef with Meek Mill. Recall that the duo had a blowup in September 2016, as Game waged war with the Dreamchasers boss in his ’92 Bars’ attack and throughout the lead-up to the release of his 1992 album. Now, The Game…
A pregnant Beyoncé was spotted at the Weinstein Company’s pre-Oscars bash on Saturday night, February 25, 2017. With an entourage, her husband, Jay-Z,the plus two in her tummy and according to the LA Times, “half a dozen bodyguards” in tow. Queen Bey and her music magnate husband made a surprise showing at Harvey Weinstein’s Beverly Hills party for Lion, with Beyoncé looking elegant in a blue-green dress and elaborate jewels. Meanwhile, Beyonce will no longer be performing at the 2017 Coachella festival, following doctor’s orders. She has been warned by her doctors to avoid unnecessary rigorous exercise that could otherwise…
Nigerian music star, Innocent Ujah ‘2face’ Idibia has just contributed 3.5 million Naira to the activities of the UN Refugee Agency. The ‘Officially blind’ singer and founder of the 2face Foundation made the donation to UNHCR on Monday, February 27, 2017, in Lagos. According to the UNHCR, the donation of 3.5 million naira kick-starts the UN Refugee Agency’s first-ever fundraising campaign in Nigeria. It will help provide life-saving support to families who have been forcibly displaced in Nigeria and across the continent. 2face also revealed he’s working on a major charity concert sometime in June. “I am proud to support…
Diamond Platnumz was on Wednesday, February 22, 2017, summoned by the Tanzania Revenue Authority over drug trafficking links. The Tanzanian sweetheart was asked to hand in a report on his source of wealth and a statement on his tax returns over drug trafficking links in the country. The singer who recently welcomed a baby boy was earlier listed as a suspected drug trafficker operating in Tanzania. He appeared before the investigative agency in Dar-es-Salaam, where he underwent questioning with his documents being inspected. After the documents were scrutinised, the Tanzania Revenue Authority handed the singer a clean bill of health…
The newly sworn-in Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Mr Agboola Ajayi, has said that the people of the state will benefit from the new government’s dividends of democracy. He said this at a reception held in his hometown, Kiribo, Ese-Odo Local Government Area of the state. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the new state government of All Progressives Congress (APC) headed by Gov. Rotimi Akeredolu and Ajayi were sworn-in as Governor and Deputy Governor respectively on Friday in Akure. Ajayi said that there were enormous tasks ahead of the new government, coupled with high expectations of the…
A human rights advocacy group, Africa Arise for Change Network says the recent report by Amnesty International which claimed that Nigerian security operatives are engaged in extra judicial killings has emboldened the Boko Haram terrorists. Addressing journalists in Abuja at the weekend, director of the group, Stella Okoli, said Amnesty International should be held responsible for any further unrest in the country. She noted that “already defeated” Boko Haram terrorists have resurfaced and escalated its attack coinciding with the release of the amnesty report. “The recent attacks being launched on military positions by Boko Haram vindicate our position as a…
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal has urged Nigerians to pray for President Muhammadu Buhari. Lawal also urged Nigerians to support Buhari’s anti-corruption war and added that those wishing the president dead are thieves. He made the comments over the weekend during a prayer rally held for Buhari by All Progressives Congress (APC) members in Adamawa State. Lawal was represented by the Council Chairman of Hong Local Government, Ahmad Halliru Lala. “The SGF is calling on you to pray for the president and support his anti-corruption drive,” Lala said. “Those who wish the president death or…
At least, 3,000 tailors and 5,000 market women have benefited from Osun’s uniform unification policy since it was introduced in 2012. This was revealed by the manager of Omoluabi Garments Factory, Osogbo, Mr. Ayobami Fatai. Fatai stated this while interacting with journalists over the weekend. He stated that the Omoluabi Garment Factory is saddled with the local production of Osun school Uniforms while the State of Osun works with the factory to ensure the prices are controlled and affordable. It was gathered that the factory will also act as a hub to train tailors in the state for free. The…
Prof. Adebayo Williams, a Public Analyst, has commended Gov. Godwin Obaseki of Edo for the achievements made so far in his first 100 days in office but, however, urged him to quickly constitute a cabinet. Williams made the remark on Sunday in Lagos at a colloquium tagged ” Tracking Gov. Obaseki’s 100 days in Office,” organised by the Coalition for Good Governance and Economic Justice in Africa (CGGEJA). The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Obaseki was sworn in as governor of Edo on Nov. 12, 2016. He described Obaseki as a man of promise, saying he was up…
Former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke will face trial for money laundering in June, reports say. Investigators in the United Kingdom are said to have built a solid case against Alison-Madueke and will charge her along with four others, according to Sahara Reporters. “The UK investigators have gone far on the allegations against Diezani. From the records made available, the ex-minister and four others will face trial as from June,” a source in the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said. “We have taken more evidence to the UK, including all court records relating to the final forfeiture of $153million. We…
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has said he “feels like a lion” after inspiring Manchester United to their EFL Cup final triumph over Southampton on Sunday. Ibrahimovic, 35, scored twice, with the decisive goal coming three minutes from time, as Jose Mourinho’s men lifted the trophy at Wembley. The Swede, United’s leading scorer with 26 goals this season, has made more appearances than any other member of Jose Mourinho’s squad, having played in 38 games so far. And with United pursuing further silverware in the FA Cup and Europa League, as well as chasing a top-four Premier League finish, Ibrahimovic said: “I feel…
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has said his Manchester United future does not depend on the club qualifying for next season’s Champions League. The 35-year-old, who took his United goals tally to 26 in 38 appearances for the club with a double in the 3-2 EFL Cup final win against Southampton on Sunday, has yet to commit to a 12-month extension to his current Old Trafford contract, which expires on June 30. United have the option of adding another year to Ibrahimovic’s contract — a move that has been backed publicly by manager Jose Mourinho — but no agreement has yet been struck…
Memphis Depay said there was more to come from him after scoring twice as Lyon thrashed Metz 5-0 at the weekend. The former Manchester United attacker made it three goals in seven league games since arriving from Old Trafford in January. But Netherlands international Depay told reporters: “Even if I scored two goals today, there are still things I can do better. “I’m improving. That’s the second time I’ve played the whole 90 minutes. “I’m still not at my best. I’m only 23 years old, and I have a lot of things to learn. I can improve and make my…
Gary Neville believes EFL Cup hero Zlatan Ibrahimovic has the same aura as Eric Cantona at Manchester United. The former Paris Saint-Germain forward netted a brace to help United to a 3-2 victory over Southampton in the EFL Cup final at Wembley on Sunday, making it 26 goals in all competitions this season. Gary Neville believes EFL Cup hero Zlatan Ibrahimovic has the same aura as Eric Cantona at Manchester United. The former Paris Saint-Germain forward netted a brace to help United to a 3-2 victory over Southampton in the EFL Cup final at Wembley on Sunday, making it 26…
Despite dominating, Atletico Madrid once again somehow contrived to lose 2-1 to Barcelona at the Vicente Calderon on Sunday. For the third time this month, Los Rojiblancos were the better side in their meetings with the Catalan giants yet still came away with nothing to show for it. Two massive lapses in concentration at the back allowed Rafinha and Lionel Messi (three minutes from the end) to score either side of Diego Godin’s effort. It is a bitter pill for Diego Simeone to swallow: he’s has yet to beat Barca in La Liga as Atleti boss and realistically, it now…
Ander Herrera hailed the performances of Manchester United teammates Zlatan Ibrahimovic and David De Gea after they beat Southampton 3-2 to lift the EFL Cup trophy at Wembley stadium on Sunday. Swedish forward Ibrahimovic, who joined United as a free agent last summer following the expiration of his contract with Paris Saint-Germain, put his team ahead in the 19th minute with a brilliant free kick before Jesse Lingard made it 2-0. After Southampton pulled level through Manolo Gabbiadini’s brace, Ibrahimovic headed in Herrera’s cross for the winner three minutes from time. Herrera said of Ibrahimovic to Cadena Ser radio: “He…
Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo has said Nobel Laureate, Wole Soyinka is neither God nor an orator. Speaking to The Guardian, Obasanjo denies holding grudge against Soyinka. He said: “I don’t hold grudge. Wole Soyinka is not God and I don’t believe that there is any human being that is absolutely right. Wole Soyinka, has what I believe he has, he is a gifted person in his own way. “But Soyinka is not an orator. I cannot accept it when Wole Soyinka makes cathedral statements on everything. When he does what is right I will commend him, when he does what is…