Author: Rashaad Harris

According to the Presidential Transition Committee (PTC), there has been a parody Twitter account in circulation since 2020. The PTC said the fake account ( @TransitionNgr ), has been in circulation before the establishment and inauguration of the council.This was contained in a statement signed by the Director, Information for the Secretary to the Government of the Federation /Chairman, Presidential Transition Council, Willie Bassey on Sunday.“PTC has nothing to do with the fake Twitter account handle, and wishes to state that approval for the establishment of the Presidential Transition Council was given by the President in February this year and…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has told Lagosians to expect the groundbreaking ceremony for the Fourth Mainland Bridge in the next couple of months. The Governor also promised that before the completion of his second term in office, there’ll be an accelerated development in the state’s infrastructural projects.This was issued in a statement by Sanwo-Olu released on Sunday, during the inauguration of the newly-upgraded Oba Sekumade Road in Ipakodo in the Ikorodu area of the state, on Friday.He said: “What we are about is ensuring that the next four years come with bigger dividends delivered faster than we have…

Chelsea FC have announced departure of head coach, Graham Potter, from the club. Graham has agreed to collaborate with the Club to facilitate a smooth transition. In his time with the club, Graham has taken us to the quarter final of the Champions League, where we will face Real Madrid. Chelsea would like to thank Graham for all his efforts and contribution and wish him well for the future. Bruno Saltor will take charge of the team as Interim Head Coach.Co-controlling owners Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali said: ‘On behalf of everyone at the club, we want to thank Graham…

The duo of President Muhammadu Buhari and President-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian-born boxer — Anthony Joshua, for his win over Jermaine Franklin overnight. In a congratulatory message posted on Buhari’s official Twitter account, he said: “I celebrate @anthonyjoshua’s victory over a formidable opponent. He has demonstrated that through hard work, dedication, discipline, persistence and humility, those who dare do win.”I pray that this will be a stepping stone to one of the greatest comebacks in boxing history.” https://twitter.com/MBuhari/status/1642461317842731009?t=DKtvJZoBsFO18S0CkU-3TA&s=19 Tinubu also reacted to Joshua’s celebratory post, where he told the boxer that he and Nigerians are proud of his…

The founder of Living Faith Church, Bishop David Oyedepo has come out to clear the air amidst a leaked audio saga that reportedly revealed Peter Obi clamouring for his support during the 2023 presidential election. The respected Bishop said he had never campaigned for any political party nor candidate during the electioneering, and he’ll never do that in the nearest future.He said this while speaking on a subject of faith during his sermon at the church’s headquarters in Ota, Ogun State, on Sunday, April 2, 2023.His words: “I don’t speak what people want to hear, I speak what God tells…

Seven-year-old Albert Ofosu Nketia from Ghana has become a global sensation after a viral video showed how he switched from crying to laughing in moments. In an interview, his mother, Rosina, explained that the viral meme came about when Albert broke down in tears because he was denied yam for dinner but instantly started laughing as his grandma tried to comfort him by singing a funny song.His uncle captured the moment on phone but never posted it. The video went viral after the uncle sold the phone and its new owner released it.

After four years, Brendan Rodgers has parted company with Leicester City by mutual agreement. Rodgers, who took over the position at the King Power Stadium in 2019 from Claude Puel, has been under pressure for some time following a poor run of results with the club in 18th place in the Premier League.Saturday’s 2-1 loss to Crystal Palace was Leciester’s 17th loss of the season and Rodgers’ final act in charge.A club statement read: “Leicester City Football Club has reached a mutual agreement with Brendan Rodgers that will see him leave the Club after four years as our Men’s First…

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has assured Osun citizens that the ongoing construction of the MKO Abiola Airport in Ido- Osun, would be completed speedily as all hurdles impeding its completion would soon be removed. The Governor made the promise when he visited the Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola.He said: “I’m concerned about the state of our infrastructure in Osun. Osun remains the only state in the Southwest without an airport.“Osun has a lot of potentials, but we are restricted because of lack of infrastructure, particularly an airport.“We would try our best to resolve all impediments and remove…

Veteran musician, Chief Ebenezer Obey Fabiyi who’s whiskers away from clocking 81 years old said there are no more rivers for him to cross, except moving closer to God and guiding his established reputation. Speaking in an interview with The Punch, when he was asked about what he’s looking forward to achieving, Obey said: “There are no more rivers to cross. God has been good to me and because of that, I know that he will be good to me till the time he wants me to leave this world.”For me, it is to move closer to God and for…

Xavi has refused to rule out a return to Barcelona of club Legend, Lionel Messi. The manager of the Catalan side said Barcelona is Messi’s home. The Argentine’s future at Paris Saint Germain is currently uncertain as his current contract ends next June. Xavi who was Messi’s team-mate during the club’s glory days said his return will be like Michael Jordan’s return to his former NBA side. He however noted that they’ll have to access their financial capabilities, and see what the financial fair rule allows them to do. He said should the 35-year-old choose to come back, the club’s…