Pele believes Brazil’s lack of “ginga” — individual flair — has allowed the Selecao’s South American rivals to surpass them in playing “beautiful soccer.” In an interview with ESPN FC’s David Hirshey, Pele said Brazil are still haunted by the 7-1 defeat at Germany in the World Cup semifinals as they prepare for this summer’s dual tests of the Copa America Centenario and the Olympics. ” I am sad just talking about it,” Pele said while promoting his new film “Pele: Birth of a Legend.” “I cried watching that game and not just because of the score. I cried because…
Author: David Folami
Lionel Messi has said that Barcelona got over their dip in form just in time to salvage two of the three titles they sought. The Catalan club were clearly atop the Spanish Primera Division title race until mid-April when they lost to Atletico Madrid in the defence of their Champions League crown and also lost three straight La Liga games for the first time since February 2003. Now past the disappointment over not becoming the first team to win back-to-back Champions Leagues or seek the Treble, Messi said that Barcelona remain focused on the Copa del Rey and La Liga…
The Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, on Saturday described the continued detention of a former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Warimopei Dudafa, and Friday’s siege on the home of a former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, as the height of “executive rascality”. Mr. Fayose said the EFCC operatives must understand that the nation is currently running a democratic system in which rule of law is sacrosanct. In a statement signed by his Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media, Lere Olayinka, Mr. Fayose condemned the invasion of Mr. Fani-Kayode’s home despite an…
The Federal Government says it is set to open the process for prospective investors interested in exploring the country’s vast bitumen deposits to bid for allocation of operational licenses. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Kayode Fayemi, who disclosed this on Friday during a working visit to bitumen bearing communities in Agbabu area, Ondo State, said only serious investors with proven work and financial plans would be allowed to participate in the bid round. The minister, who assured the communities of government’s readiness to protect their interest through the right policy and regulations, said the licencing process would be completed…
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has banned the launching of Remotely Piloted Aircraft, RPA, in the Nigerian airspace without its permit and that of the Office of National Security Adviser, ONSA. This is contained in a statement issued by the General Manager, Public Relations, NCAA, Sam Adurogboye, which was made available to the News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, on Sunday in Lagos. The statement said the move was part of the safety guidelines issued by the regulatory agency to drone operators following the proliferation of the technology in the country. “In recent times, RPA/UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) are being…
A Catholic cleric has cautioned the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, not to drag itself into politics. The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Abeokuta, Kayode Odetoyinbo, stated this on Sunday in Abeokuta during an interactive session with journalists as part of the SS Peter and Paul Church’s activities to mark the World Communication Day. “CAN is not a political party and should not be turned to a political party,” he said. “Let God choose the right person for the association.” Mr. Odetoyinbo also declined to state whether or not he would seek election to become the president of the…
The 2016 Appropriation Act signed by President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday will run until May 2017, an official has said. The Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on National Assembly (Senate), Ita Enang, stated this on Sunday in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. “The Act provides that the budget takes effects from the date assented to by the president, and run a full course of 12 months,” said Mr. Enang, a former lawmaker who once chaired the Senate Committee on Rules and Business. “So, as the president assented to this budget on the 6th of May, 2016, this budget will…
An aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan has admitted receiving funds from the office of the former National Security Adviser, Sambo Dasuki. Doyin Okupe, who served as Mr. Jonathan’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs, however denied the funds he received were part of the $2.1 billion arms fund allegedly misappropriated by Mr. Dasuki. Most of the funds are believed to have been used as slush funds for the 2015 elections. The Ex- NSA as well as other members of the past administration are currently being prosecuted for their roles in the scam now known as #Dasukigate. On Sunday, Mr. Okupe,…
The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) on Monday said it would begin to confiscate vehicles with expired or substandard tyres. Boboye Oyeyemi, the Corps Marshal of the agency, stated this at a stakeholders’ forum in Abuja, organised by the FRSC to enlighten motorists on the dangers of bad tyres. Mr. Oyeyemi said the measure became necessary to curb incessant road accidents usually caused by poor tyre usage in vehicles. “What we’re going to commence immediately is that any vehicle that has expired tyres or substandard tyres, we’re going to impound the vehicles,” Mr. Oyeyemi said. “Enough is enough to this.…
President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated with elder statesman and former Head of the Interim National Government, Chief Ernest Shonekan on his 80th birthday. “On this special occasion, President Buhari commends his immense contribution to national peace and development which he has exemplified as an accomplished administrator, astute businessman and patriot,” Garba Shehu, the senior special assistant to the President on media & publicity, said in a statement Monday. “The President believes that the historic role played by the octogenarian in forging and maintaining the unity of Nigeria will continue to endear him to many. “He assured that his administration would…
Troops of the 21 Brigade, 7 Division, have continued their offensive operations against Boko Haram terrorists still hiding in the Sambisa forest, the army headquarters said Monday. The spokesperson for the army, Sani Usman, said in a statement that more camps were cleared as troops penetrated deeper into the dreaded forest. Mr. Usman, a colonel, said, “On Sunday 8th May 2016, the troops have cleared 4 villages in the terrorists enclave which include Bala Karege, Goske, Harda and the famous Markas 3. There was no encounter with the terrorists in all the villages as the Boko Haram terrorists have abandoned…
At least six persons were killed and many others wounded when some unidentified gunmen attacked Korum, Orawua and Gidan Bature villages in Gassol Local Government Area of Taraba State on Sunday. Sources from the areas said the unknown attackers raided the villages at around 2am, killing six persons including a blind man and a woman. According to them, the gunmen burnt eight cars and set several houses ablaze in Korum village. Reports also indicated that hundreds of residents of the attacked villages fled for Mutum Biyu, Gassol Local Government headquarters for safety. The wounded persons were taken to clinics at…
Popular Nigerian singer, Davido in a recent post on Snapchat reveals he hasn’t flown economy in 10 years. The self proclaimed ‘Omo Baba Olowo’ took too Snapchat today, Monday, May 9, 2016 to make this revelation. According to the ‘Gobe’ crooner, “I haven’t flown economy in like 10 years.” Apparently, Davido who is currently in the United States of America for a couple of performances had to fly to Los Angeles from Ohio earlier today but unlike his usual private jet or business class flights he had to make do with a seat in economy with his hype man Special…
Rapper Ill Bliss, on Sunday, May 8 2016 cursed a fan’s mum be raped by a thousand bats after he was criticized in a twitfight. Although the hip-hop recording artiste and Capital Hill boss, later apologized, saying that he was sorry for the choice of his words, and that the tweep was entitled to his opinions, he was called out by fans on social media. The rapper then took to Instagram today, May 9, 2016 to apologize to fans who feel offended by his manner. He wrote, “I place a huge premium on the Fans and respect the critics (constructive…
Gbenro Ajibade is the latest cover star for Reloaded Magazine. In the magazine, Ajibade talks about his marriage with Osas Ighodaro, dishing exclusive details on how they met, their friendship and what makes Osas the only woman for him. There are also more on his offers from Hollywood, relationship with Uti Nwachukwu and how he gets his famous abs constantly ripped. Also in the edition are spotlights on top fashion stylist, Maryanne ‘Mayreejay’ Alabi and blogging king, Ibrahim Salawu of Unilag Olodo. They also had a no-holds-barred chit-chat with PSquare’s official DJ, DJ Switch and an introduction into the life…
Blac Chyna is ready to profit off the famous name Kardashian as she has filed legal documents to claim the name Angela Renee Kardashian for future business ventures. According to TMZ, the 27-year-old model whose birth name is Angela Renee White is planning to launch ‘entertainment services, make television and movie appearances, live as a “social media celebrity,” as well as party host,’ under the new moniker. As we earlier reported, Chyna and Rob announced their baby news over the weekend, after recently becoming engaged just five months of being a couple. Us Weekly reports that the couple are planning…
The wife of Triple MG boss, who recently shut down a body shamer on Instagram has arrived at a way to reply haters. By simply keeping quiet! Recall that last week, the pregnant actress slammed a body shamer who called her fat with a terse reply. Now, another troll picked on her via an Instagram post but the wife of the Triple MG boss was calmer with her reply this time and revealed she won’t be tempted to actually exchange words. “I don’t have a problem with you or anyone airing their opinion. But don’t come across as rude,” Esoro…
Jennifer Lopez should be smiling to the bank after the video of her new song, ‘Ain’t Your Mama’ reached 10 million views in just three days! In the video, the Latina superstar slams male supremacy and calls on women to learn how to stand on their own and do not have to limit themselves to house keeping, cooks and/or personal assistants. The video was well received by women around the world including US presidential hopeful, Hillary Clinton who tweeted about it. Pop star Rihanna also had something to say about one of the costumes Jlo wore in the video. “She…
Despite the speculations of an upcoming split between Nicki Minaj and rapper boyfriend, Meek Mill, she is still very much in love with him, a fact she has made very clear in the last few days. The 33-yr-old rapper took to her Instagram page on May 6, 2016 to gush about Meek as he turned 29, as well as flaunting the sweet gifts she got him for his birthday. Meek who obviously shares her feelings, has out done himself on several occasions where he gifted Nicki with gifts and she just had to return the favour. For his birthday, Nicki…
Caitlyn Jenner’s son, Brody Jenner doesn’t believe that morning sickness can cause an expectant mother not to show up at night gigs! Jenner, who just got engaged, has slammed Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna for cancelling two club appearances over the weekend. Both Kardashian, 29, and his pregnant future wife, 27, failed to show up at two separate prescheduled club appearances, including a commitment at Ohm in Hollywood on Friday, May 6, and another at the Pool After Dark at Harrah’s in Atlantic City the following night. The club manager later announced the engaged pair had bowed out minutes before…