The Nigerian Army says it has so far provided free medical treatment to about 300 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Chibok, Borno, as part of activities marking this year’s Nigerian Army Day Celebration. Col. Samuel Kingsely, the Deputy Director, Army Public Relations said this in a statement on Saturday in Maiduguri. “As part of their contribution to the host community and also activities marking the Nigerian Army Day Celebration. “Troops of 28 Task Force Brigade Nigerian Army were at the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Camp, Chibok, rendering free medical service to the community,’’ Samuel said. He added that the task…
Author: David Folami
The Nigerian Army on Saturday carried out sanitation at designated areas in each of the 36 states of the federation and the FCT as part of activities to mark 2017 Nigerian Army Day celebration (NADCEL). NADCEL is celebrated yearly on every July 6. In the Federal Capital Territory, the army carried out the exercise at a market at the NYSC Camp junction in Kubwa and Utako market. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, who addressed Kubwa residents, who turned out in large number to partake in the exercise, said the army was conscious of the environment. Buratai, represented…
Four female suicide bombers killed one person and injured two others in Mora, near Cameroon’s northwest border with Nigeria. According to Punch, Mora is home to the headquarters of the first sector of the Mixed Multinational Force. Reports say the incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, July 1, 2017. An eyewitness said the suicide bombers attempted to enter the town, when they were discovered by a vigilante team, prompting them to detonate the bombs. ALSO READ: Two female bombers killed in foiled attack in Nigeria A source who spoke to newsmen said “There was one civilian victim and…
A member of the Ekiti state House of Assembly, Gboyega Aribisogan has condemned Governor Ayo Fayose’s comment on Buhari’s health. According to reports, Aribisogan recently decamped from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Fayose had earlier issued a statement saying that President Buhari is on a life support machine. The Governor also threatened to expose more details about Buhari’s health if the presidency does not tell Nigerians the truth. In his reaction, Aribisogan said Fayose has become a laughing stock in Nigeria, and called on the Governor to focus on solving the challenges in Ekiti…
Benue state Governor, Samuel Ortom has said that he is waiting to hear from God if he should run for second term. Ortom said this while reacting to calls from some youth groups in Benue for him to return as Governor. He said “I saw vision in 1992 and God asked me to go and become the Governor of Benue State. I attempted to become Governor in 2012 but it was not possible until in 2015 when God said it was time. “If God directs me that I should go for a second term, no one can stop me. But…
Former Chelsea captain John Terry has agreed to join Aston Villa, sources close to the player have said. According to the sources, Terry has informed other interested clubs that he has decided to join Villa and the move is expected to be finalised over the weekend. Villa have been leading the chase for Terry with Steve Bruce keen to bring the former England star to Villa Park for next season. Terry is a free agent after leaving Chelsea once his contract expired at Stamford Bridge earlier this summer. The 36-year-old opted to leave Chelsea after 22 years when after finding…
Real Madrid striker Mariano’s move to Lyon signals the start of what should be a comparatively quiet summer at the Bernabeu. Much like last year, when the re-signing of Alvaro Morata from Juventus began and ended Zinedine Zidane’s cash business, the transfer window won’t so much be thrown wide open as left ajar to let in a rare breeze of tranquility. The return of Borja Mayoral from Wolfsburg provides a ready-made replacement for Mariano, with one youth graduate stepping into the boots of another as third-choice striker, and the remainder of Real’s movements ahead of the 2017-18 season likely to…
World Cup winners Germany will meet Copa America champions Chile in the final of the Confederations Cup in Russia on Sunday. But who will come out on top? Here is a breakdown of the two teams. Goalkeepers It has been a tough few months for Claudio Bravo at Manchester City but he has not let it get to him and those three penalty shootout saves against Portugal in the semifinals were evidence of his ability to be decisive at this level — even if none of the spot kicks were of a high quality. Bravo also saved well from Andre…
Chelsea have completed the signing of former Manchester City goalkeeper Willy Caballero on a free transfer. Caballero, 35, joins as the primary backup to No. 1 Thibaut Courtois after Chelsea allowed Asmir Begovic to join Bournemouth earlier this summer, with Portuguese veteran Eduardo — who signed a one-year contract extension in May — retaining his place as third choice at Stamford Bridge. The Argentine told his new club’s official website: “I am very happy to join Chelsea, the champions of England. “I am looking forward to meeting the guys and helping the club achieve more success in the coming season.”…
Bayern Munich manager Carlo Ancelotti has called Arsenal’s Alexis Sanchez a “great player” and would welcome him to the Bundesliga champions — but only for the right price. Sanchez has yet to agree a long-term contract extension at the Emirates Stadium, fuelling talk about a move to Bayern or Manchester City. And though Bayern president Uli Hoeness said this week that a “€100 million transfer” was out of the question for older players, Ancelotti suggested they could be open to adding the 28-year-old if he were available on the cheap. “If an opportunity comes up, the club will be ready,”…
West Ham United are planning a move to bring former Manchester United striker Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez back to the Premier League, sources close to the club have said. West Ham are desperate to bring in a proven goal scorer this summer as they look to add to their attacking options, and sources said Hernandez is their top target. The Hammers have been frustrated in their attempts to land their targets so far this summer, with the likes of Arsenal’s Olivier Giroud, Chelsea’s Michy Batshuayi and Manchester City’s Kelechi Iheanacho all linked with moves to the London Stadium. But sources said…
Chelsea’s new kits were unveiled on Saturday, as the reigning Premier League champions launched their new relationship with Nike in some style. The Blues announced a 15-year kit deal with the German sportswear manufacturers in October, and opted to use FIFA 18 ‘star’ Alex Hunter to unveil the new strip this weekend. The designs, while simplistic, have largely been warmly received by Chelsea fans, and Nigeria wideman Victor Moses has also tweeted his approval of the kit. “Quality new Nike Chelsea kit,” the 26-year-old wrote on his @VictorMoses Twitter handle, before adding the ‘We are the Pride’ hashtag that’s accompanied…
Atletico Madrid have confirmed Alessio Cerci has been released after he agreed to terminate his contract. Cerci, 29, joined Atletico in 2014 from Torino for a reported €16 million after contributing 13 goals and 11 assists in Serie A the previous season. He returned to Italy on an 18-month loan deal with AC Milan in January 2015, though, and was then allowed to spend the second half of last season with Genoa. An Atletico statement read: “This Friday, June 30th, Alessio Cerci and our club have reached an agreement of contract termination, a contract that united the two [parties] from…
Monaco coach Leonardo Jardim has said more players could depart despite last season’s Ligue 1 title success. Monaco have already sold Nabil Dirar, who has moved to Fenerbahce, Valere Germain, who has joined domestic rivals Marseille, and Bernardo Silva, who has left for Manchester City. City have also been linked with a move for defender Benjamin Mendy, while speculation continues to surround the future star of striker Kylian Mbappe after his dazzling breakthrough season and midfielder Fabinho is reported to be close to joining PSG. Mbappe’s prodigious rise has led to speculation he could become the world’s most expensive player…
The celebrations on the pitch of the Friends Arena, following Manchester United’s win over Ajax in the Europa League final, feel like a distant memory to supporters now. The fans surprised themselves with how much they enjoyed seeing their team win the second-rate competition. They couldn’t have predicted such an outpouring of celebration, yet watching their players lift the trophy felt fantastic. As much as having new silverware to add to the collection is something to get excited about, the return to the Champions League meant almost as much. Having been starved of seeing United compete against top-quality European opposition,…
Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson, is physically endowed. Even though she has visited the labour room thrice, she still has the kind of body that would make teenagers go green with envy. The talented actress caused a stir recently when she wriggled her backside (twerked) while hosting a Glo Mega concert, in Anambra State. The video of the event went viral and while many of her fans commended her dancing skills, some argued that she shouldn’t have done that considering her status as a married woman. In a chat with Sunday Scoop, she defended her action. She said, “I was only…
The only disqualified contestant of Big Brother Nigeria’s 2017 edition, Ekemini Ekerette aka Kemen, has been enjoying significant fame after the show, despite his controversy with TBoss. On Wednesday, June 7, Kemen posted photos of himself at the gym at the Le Meridien Ibom Hotel and Golf Resort in Akwa Ibom state. The fitness trainer and model was joined by Nollywood actress Ini Edo, and former Super Eagles’ goalkeeper, Vincent Enyeama with his wife and brother. Kemen captioned the photos: “Akwa Ibom’s finest! basking in the beauty of living a fit life. We can help you.”
Is there anything better than just sharing a beer with Dad? After watching Max Greenfield and his father kick back, drink Michelob ULTRA and reflect on life, you’ll know the answer. The actor, who plays father-to-be Schmidt on NBC’s “New Girl,” has always had a close relationship with his father, but he only recently began to understand the real weight of fatherhood. He’s now teamed up with Michelob ULTRA to celebrate dads with the #ULTRAdad campaign, encouraging people across America to share how their fathers have gone the extra mile. “You don’t know what it means to be a dad…
Governor of Imo state has scored his performance as the helms-man of the state, high. Okorocha also said that the Imo people will stone his successor if he or she does not perform well. The Governor told newsmen that he did not get into politics for profit, but to serve and leave a legacy. According to Vanguard, he said this while speaking to State House Correspondents in Abuja. Okorocha said “I am in this job not for the profit of it but for the honour and glory of the job. So I want to leave a legacy. I want Imo…
The minister of health, Prof. Isaac Adewole has debunks reports of a fire outbreak in the ministry of health wing of the Federal Secretariat. In the early hours of Saturday, July 1 2017, eyewitnesses reported that the complex was on fire. Reacting to the news, the minister described the report as false, saying it was just an electric spark. Adewole said “The report is false, there was just a spark in the corridors of the third floor and it has been put off. It was just an electrical spark that has been put off. No part of the ministry has…