Nollywood actress, Yvonne Jegede and her heartthrob, Olakunle Fawole had their traditional wedding ceremony in Lagos today. Olakunle is an actor and son of the late veteran actress, Bukky Ajai who died last year.
God bless their union. Amen.
Top 10 reactions to Arsenal Vs Chelsea game
Arsenal fans are literally in tears right now and the reason isn’t far-fetched. They lost 3-1 to Chelsea and have turned the heat on 3 set of people in the squad. Topping the list is the coach, Arsene Wenger, who has been described as the bane of the club, having done little or nothing to improve the squad over the years. The maintained that the club needs a major overhauling and the first way to go about it is to show the Frenchman the exit door. They have for the umpteenth time flagged off a “Wenger Out” campaign on social media.
Ozil and Alexis Sanchez were not spared the wrath. The last category are the other members of the team. Their display against the Conte-led side has been described as shameful and pathetic.
Below are some of reactions to the game.
Olamide, Juliet Ibrahim named GLO ambassadors.
Famous singer, Olamide Adedeji and Ghanaian actress/ entrepreneur, are the latest acts to join top telecommunications company, Globacom’s ambassadorial train. has snagged a new lucrative deal. The award-winning acts join the likes of Basketmouth, Funke Akindele, Ayo Makun, Psquare, Patience Ozokwor and many more who penned lucrative deals years ago.
Ronaldinho is back at Barca!
Spanish giant, FC Barcelona have confirmed the return of Ronaldinho to the club. The football legend who spent five seasons at the club and played 207 times for the Catalans between 2003 and 2008, scoring 94 goals and winning the 2005-6 Champions League as well as back-to-back Liga titles has agreed to be a Club ambassador & representative at various events & activities.
A club statement read: “FC Barcelona and Ronaldinho have reached an agreement whereby the Brazilian will become a Club ambassador and representative at various events and activities over the coming years.
“Ronaldinho will also form part of the Legends project, a team of former players who, through matches around the world, will help to globalise the Barça brand and its values, and will take part in clinics, training sessions and institutional events, among other activities organised by the Club.
“Through FCBEscola, FC Barcelona and Ronaldinho’s football academies will be seeking different ways to collaborate both in terms of the brand and possible associations with the same. The player will also appear in the opening and closing ceremonies at some schools and take part in activities in which he will share his experience in educational talks.
“Ronaldinho will also take part in FC Barcelona Foundation events related to UNICEF. The Masia 360 project will be another one of the Club projects where the Brazilian will be present, helping with the training and coaching of the athletes involved.
“The agreement will be signed on Friday at 5.30pm CET at the Camp Nou directors’ box with the presence of Ronaldinho and president Josep Maria Bartomeu. Then, the media will be to take photos of the Brazilian star at the club museum.”
Reacting to the news, Barcelona coach, Luis Enrique said, “I think it is great that Ronaldinho is a Club ambassador. Linking Barça to joy is always a good thing”
Cristiano Ronaldo Named The Highest Paid Sportsman of 2016.
Real Madrid forward, Cristiano Ronaldo has been named the world’s highest-earning athlete in 2016 by Forbes magazine. The Portuguese earned $88 million from his sport teams and endorsements. His income rose from $80million to $88m in 2016, Barcelona striker, Messi, comes second with his total income put at $81m (£65m).
Top 10 list
- Crisitiano Ronaldo $88m
- Lionel Messi -$81m
- Lebron James- $77.2m
- Roger Federer – $67.8m
- Kevin Durant $56.2m
- Novak Djokovic
- Robert Newton
- Phil Mickelson
- Jordan Spieth
- Kobe Bryant
Aaron Ramsey ruled out for 3 weeks
Arsenal midfielder, Aaron Ramsey who suffered a calf injury during the Gunners’ defeat to Watford has been ruled out for 3 weeks.
The Welshman who was substituted on Tuesday night will now miss Saturday’s Premier League clash with Chelsea and also the first leg of the Champions League game with Bayern Munich.
“Overall from the other night we lose Aaron Ramsey, he is expected to be out for 21 days, We are a bit short at the moment but I think we have young players who can do well in there, we have Jeff Reine-Adelaide and Maitland-Niles, Chamberlain and Iwobi can play in there so we still have some strengths.” Arsene Wenger said.
Adekunle Gold releases visuals to 'No Forget' Feat. Simi
Adekunle Gold, who is currently in Kenya on a media tour of the country has released the visuals to ‘No Forget’. The release of the song which features Simi, could not come at a more interesting time, as there has been incessant speculation about their relationship status. The fact that the image being used to promote the video is candid photo of both singers enjoying a video game is sure to bring the curiosity about these two’s chemistry to a feverish pitch.
Produced by Oscar Heman-Ackah, ‘No forget’ is one of the singles off ‘Gold’ his debut album which was released last year. The video was filmed in various locations, including Omole, Chaka beach and Ikeja City Mall was shot by Clarence Peters.
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_7qVnddsLk
Fightback! Maje Ayida Sues Ex Wife, Toke Makinwa Over "On Becoming" Book
The Great Fightback!
Months after releasing her book, “On Becoming” which documents her relationship with ex partner, Maje Ayida, O Air Personality, Toke Makinwa has been asked to stop the sales of the book and promotional activities. This was communicated to her through a ‘letter of demand’ by Carter-Ruck, a top defamation law firm in Britain, hired by Maje.
The book which was published on November 27, 2016, by Kachifo Limited and which sold out days after its release, was described by the fitness expert as an exaggerated fabrication containing defamatory words. toke had accused her ex husband of cheating, infecting her with sexually transmitted diseases amongst other accusations.
In the letter, Maje was said to have “requested legal separation” from her “within 6 months” of their marriage in January 2014 — “when it became clear that the marriage was breaking down” but this was not documented in the book. The lawyers claimed there was no time she was infected with “STI in the past or at any stage in their relationship.” and also refuted claims that Maje “did not financially contribute adequately” to the marriage. Since its release, the book, according to the lawyers have brought “public ridicule” on Maje, adding that his reputation has been “assaulted, injured and damaged.” and that it is not a true reflection of who he is, his character and his background.”
“His professional integrity as one of the leading health and wellness practitioners in Nigeria, and his professional credibility built over the years through dedicated hard work have been besmirched”, parts from the letter read.
Toke has however received a directive to “withdraw from circulation all copies of the book and take immediate steps to call in all copies of the book already distributed and deliver up same at the place to be agreed upon by our client for destruction.” She has only been mandated to “retract” the “published words” and tender a full page unreserved apology to Maje Ayida in three national dailies “And failure to comply will result in the commencement of legal action.”
Ronaldinho covers new issue of Four Four Two Magazine!
Brazilian football icon, Ronaldinho has covered the South American Special issue of Four Four Two magazine.
The edition which was dedicated to Chapecoense FC who lost their club members to a Colombia plane crash few months ago also features interviews from Robinho and Pablo Zabaleta.
In his interview, Ronaldinho explained how he inspired the new generation, what he’s planning to do next, and why he wishes he was Dele Alli
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Frank Lampard announces retirement.
Chelsea legend, Frank Lampard has announced his retirement from professional football, bringing to an end a 21-year career. The 38 year- old made 607 apps, 177 goals, 102 assists. He is one of three players to record both 100+ goals & 100+ assists in PL history. Announcing the decision on his official Instagram page, the English footballer wrote,
After 21 incredible years, I have decided that now is the right time to finish my career as a professional footballer. Whilst I have received a number of exciting offers to continue playing at home and abroad, at 38 I feel now is the time to begin the next chapter in my life. I’m immensely proud of the trophies I’ve won, of representing my country over 100 times and of scoring more than 300 career goals.
I have many people to thank. I thank my parents for instilling in me the values of hard work, dedication and professionalism, values which I have carried with me in everything that I do. I am forever grateful for the support of my family, my wife Christine and my two daughters Luna and Isla. What you have given me off the pitch has always been my strength on it. I love you all very much. Also, my friends and my own team that have always been there for me. I would like to thank the amazing team-mates, coaches, managers and backroom staff that I was privileged to work with. I’d also like to pay tribute to the clubs that I have represented. Firstly, West Ham United who gave me my debut in 1996. Thanks to the people there that believed in me at that young age. More recently Manchester City and NYCFC. I greatly enjoyed my last playing years at these two clubs and really appreciate the support I received from City Football Group and both clubs’ fans.
Of course, the largest part of my heart belongs to Chelsea, a club which has given me so many great memories. I will never forget the opportunity they gave me and the success that we managed to achieve together. It is impossible to give thanks individually to all the people that helped and supported me in my 13 years playing there. All I can say is from the day I signed until now and going forward, I’m eternally grateful for everything and to everyone. Chelsea fans gave myself and my teammates such incredible support. Their passion and hunger drove me on personally to give my best year after year. I couldn’t have done it without them.
Looking forward, I’m grateful to the FA for the opportunity to study for my coaching qualifications and I look forward to pursuing the off-field opportunities that this decision opens.