Since news of Janet Jackson pregnancy broke in April, there has been speculations that the singer could be using the services of a surrogate. Tito Jackson, has done his best to put those speculations to rest by confirming that Janet is carrying her child herself and not with the help of a surrogate. The veteran singer and part of the now defunct Jackson Five made the revelation during a recent radio interview. Tito confirmed that 50-year-old Janet is indeed pregnant and is “hoping for a healthy baby,” while speaking with Bravo host, Andy Cohen during the Sirius XM radio show,…
Author: David Folami
Following years of speculation on the fathering of reality star, Khloe Kardashian, her alleged father who is also a long time friend of the family, O.J. Simpson, has agreed to a paternity test under one condition. Daily Mail Online reports that the former football player who is currently incarcerated is now willing to have a paternity test done to determine the truth behind the mystery if only Khloe would visit him in jail. Simpson reportedly wants Khloe to ‘show him a little respect’ by making a personal appearance at the Lovelock Correctional Center in Nevada where he is serving out…
Cristiano Ronaldo will add another record to his collection by making a milestone 128th Portugal appearance against Austria on Saturday. Ronaldo drew level with previous record-holder Luis Figo when he played in the 1-1 draw with Euro 2016 Group F opponents Iceland on Tuesday. The Real Madrid star will now take sole possession of the benchmark when he steps onto the pitch in Paris having been named in Fernando Santos’ starting line-up. It has been almost 13 years since Ronaldo made his senior international debut as a second-half substitute in a 1-0 victory over Kazakhstan in August 2003. The 31-year-old…
Cesc Fabregas has lauded Spain coach Vicente del Bosque for getting the best out of his players. Spain struggled to break down Czech Republic but managed to open their Euro 2016 campaign with a 1-0 victory courtesy of a Gerard Pique header. A vastly-improved display saw them put three goals past Turkey and book a place in the knockout stages, taking another step towards a third-straight European Championship triumph. Fabregas started both matches and believes Del Bosque, who has hinted he may step down after the tournament in France, is pivotal to their success. “The coach transmits security and calmness,”…
Germany head coach Joachim Low is smiling in the face of criticism from the team’s former midfielder Michael Ballack over their performances at Euro 2016. The world champions opened their Group C campaign with a 2-0 win over Ukraine, despite a less than sparkling showing. They toiled for large parts of the subsequent 0-0 draw with Poland, with their opponents arguably the better side, but remain in a strong position to qualify ahead of Tuesday’s final group fixture against Northern Ireland. Despite that, Ballack – inspirational in Germany’s run to the final of the competition in 2008 – claimed the…
Kevin De Bruyne has dismissed suggestions of unrest in the Belgium camp following their 3-0 win over Republic of Ireland on Saturday. Belgium were heavily criticised after losing their Euro 2016 opener 2-0 to Italy, with reports in the country suggesting a number of players were unhappy with head coach Marc Wilmots’ tactics. De Bruyne, though, has made it clear there is no truth in such claims after they bounced back with a win over Ireland courtesy of Romelu Lukaku’s double and a header from Axel Witsel. “Unrest in the team? You know how it goes in football. If you…
England striker Jamie Vardy has offered assurances that his goalscoring exploits are not simply fuelled by energy drinks and nicotine. Vardy came off the bench to net an equaliser as England got their Euro 2016 campaign up and running with a 2-1 win over Wales in Lens on Thursday. Photos of the Leicester City star clutching a can of Red Bull and oral nicotine pouches have subsequently garnered much attention, along with Vardy’s claims that he shuns gym work so as not to bulk up and hinder his explosive pace. Speaking ahead of Monday’s concluding group match against Slovakia in…
Tthe Copa America Centenario semifinals are set after Chile and Argentina won their respective quarterfinals on Saturday. Four goals from Eduardo Vargas helped reigning champions Chile thrash Mexico 7-0 in Santa Clara, Calif. The loss was coach Juan Carlos Osorio’s first in his 11th game in charge of El Tri and ended Mexico’s 22-game undefeated streak in unsightly fashion. Chile took the lead in the 15th minute after Edson Puch stroked in a rebound. A swift Chilean attack started by Alexis Sanchez saw Marcelo Diaz free to shoot from the edge of the box and El Tri keeper Guillermo Ochoa…
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger expects Jamie Vardy to stay at Leicester City and reject a move to the Gunners. Wenger’s comments come after Leicester owner Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha said Vardy will stay with the Premier League champions, but the player himself refused to disclose any details about his future. When asked at a news conference ahead of England’s European Championship clash with Slovakia on Monday, Vardy said he remained “completely focused” on the tournament in France. Asked about bringing Vardy to Arsenal, Wenger told desports: “No, no. Jamie Vardy is at the moment at Leicester, and on what I know he…
Cristiano Ronaldo admitted he was sad he could not break Luis Figo’s appearance record for Portugal with a victory but called on their fans to keep believing following a second draw in as many games at Euro 2016. Ronaldo missed a penalty and had another goal ruled out for offside as Portugal dominated but couldn’t find a breakthrough in the 0-0 draw with Austria in Paris. Portugal must now beat Group F leaders Hungary on Wednesday but Ronaldo believes they are capable of putting their disappointment behind them to get the result they need. He said on UEFA’s official website:…
Gareth Bale said Wales’ Euro 2016 fate is in their own hands as they look to qualify for the last 16 in a potentially high-risk match against Russia in Toulouse. Real Madrid forward Bale has been inspirational in Wales’ European Championship debut, hitting the net in a 2-1 win over Slovakia and again in the 2-1 defeat to England in Lens. Wales lie second in Group B, one point behind leaders England but firmly in contention for a historic place in the last 16. A win in Toulouse, where security is set to be tight following shocking scenes of fan…
Lionel Messi became his country’s equal all-time leading goalscorer as Argentina romped to a 4-1 win over Venezuela in a Copa America quarter-final in Foxborough, Massachusetts on Saturday. A Messi goal in the 60th minute took his career tally for Argentina to 54 goals, matching the record held by Gabriel Batistuta. Messi’s strike complemented two early goals by Gonzalo Higuain, while substitute Erik Lamela completed the rout. Argentina, who are seeking their first Copa triumph since 1993, were the better side throughout but Venezuela made their life easier with some slack defending and a horrific penalty miss by Luis Manuel…
The Lagos state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has congratulated Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos state on his 53rd birthday. The party said the Lagos state Governor is doing a good job, adding that he is making sure his campaign promises are fulfilled. The PDP also commended Ambode for using his birthday celebration to raise funds for the treatment of cancer patients. The spokesman of the PDP in Lagos state, Gani Taofik said “The PDP opines that the governor has attempted to justify his election. “Observing these attempts, such as in the area of road rehabilitation with pedestrian…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has demands apologies from the All Progressive Congress (APC) to former President Goodluck Jonathan for the lies the party ruling party told against him. The party also asked the APC to apologise to Nigerians for the propaganda it dished out during the the 2015 election campaign. The PDP said this on Saturday, June 18, in a series of tweets via its handle @PdpNigeria. It also accused the Muhammadu Buhari administration of not fighting corruption but “sharing dollars in Central Bank of Nigeria and doing illegal forex deals”. The opposition party said what the present government…
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State has debunked rumour of purchasing or cloning of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) by an aspirant in upcoming governorship election in the state, describing it as “fallacy’’. Oshiomhole told newsmen after casting his vote at All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primaries at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City on Saturday that such PVC racketing was not possible, given measures put in place. He said the rumour was diversionary and part of antics usually recorded in any electoral process. The governor assured that the primaries and the main election coming up on Sept. 10 in the…
Senator Dino Melaye has called on the Federal Government to replace the state of origin option to state of residence to promote unity. The Senator who said he will become the President of Nigeria one day, said the move will reduce the promotion of ethnic sentiments. Melaye said this at the formal unveiling ceremony of the official logo of the Peace Corps of Nigeria (PCN). He said “Ethnic bigotry should be shunned; there should be a replacement of the state-of-origin to unite the country. “Any responsible person that has lived in a particular place for a certain number of years…
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana has said the new money laundering bill will weaken President Buhari’s anti-corruption fight. The lawyer also revealed that he has some serious objections to various provisions and sections of the bill. Falana said “Instead of addressing the challenges encountered in dealing with the menace of money laundering, the federal government has submitted the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Bill, 2016. “In view of the serious objections to certain provisions of the proposed Bill by the EFCC, the National Assembly is urged to conduct a public hearing with a view to ensuring that the limited success…
Senator Florence Ita-Giwa has volunteered to broker peace between the Federal Government and the militants in the Niger Delta. The Senator also added that she will only be part of the negotiation if credible Nigerians come on-board. Ita-Giwa said she opted to be part of the negotiating team, so peace can return to the troubled region. She also said the resettlement of the people of Bakassi should also be part of the negotiations. Adding that “Recently, my attention has been drawn to a widespread report in the national dailies that I have agreed to serve in dialogue team with the…
A House of Representatives member, Gideon Gwani has condemned plans by Governor Nasir El-Rufai for planning to establish grazing reserves in Southern Kaduna. Gwani who represents the people of Kaura constituency in Kaduna State, said the people of Southern Kaduna are farmers and not cattle rearers. He also questioned the Governor’s decision to establish a grazing reserve, adding that programs that promote farming should be implemented in the area, The lawmaker said “If that is the case then the people are major stakeholders in land matters in their territory hence government needs to consider or take into consideration the interest…
The Federal Government has slammed fresh forgery charges on the Senate President, Bukola Saraki and Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu. The two were accused of forging the 2015 Senate Standing Rules used in electing them to office. The immediate past Clerk to the National Assembly, Salisu Maikasuwa, and his deputy Benedict Efeturi were also charged alongside Saraki and Ekweremadu. The charges were filed over a year after the controversial election and inauguration of the two principal officers on June 9, 2016. Senator Suleiman Hunkuyi, who is the secretary of Unity Forum, a group of All Progressives Congress Senators opposed to…