Chelsea took another giant stride toward the Premier League title on Saturday, beating Bournemouth 3-1 at Dean Court. After an edgy start, the champions-elect scored twice in quick succession. Adam Smith’s 17th-minute own goal was swiftly followed by a masterful piece of finishing by man-of-the-match Eden Hazard. Josh King gave the home team hope, scoring just before the break, but Marcos Alonso restored Chelsea’s two-goal advantage midway through the second half with a deft free kick. From that point on there was only going to be one outcome. Positives The return of Victor Moses to his now familiar right-wing-back role…
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Barcelona missed their chance to move level with Real Madrid at the top of the table as they were beaten 2-0 by Malaga on Saturday at La Rosaleda. Sandro Ramirez, allowed to leave Barca for free last summer, opened the scoring in the first half before Neymar saw red after the break for a second yellow card. With Luis Enrique’s team searching for a late equaliser, Jony capped a 90th-minute counterattack to seal all three points for the home side. Positives Madrid were held to a 1-1 draw by Atletico Madrid earlier Saturday, so Barca have only lost one point…
As the excitement increases in the Big Brother Naija house, the game is almost at an end. On day 75 of the reality show, Efe becomes the next and final HoH, taking over from the overzealous TBoss. We all know it was a role she ached to play and would have played twice in a row if she had the chance. This and much more took place on the show on day 75, so let’s take a look at four of the highlights. 1) Efe becomes the next and final HoH of the Big Brother Naija show, 2) TBoss finally…
We have had exclusive interviews with all the evicted Big Brother Naija housemates. During those interesting conversations, the housemates were asked who they think will win the show. While CocoIce, Gifty, Bassey and Soma said “let the best man win,” the other evicted housemates were specific about their choices. 1. Ese The fake housemate was uncertain about voicing her choice of winner. However, she settled for Bisola. “I will do anything to make sure Bisola wins, because right now she is my favourite housemate,” she said. 2. Jon The fake housemate also said that he hopes his favourite housemate Bisola,…
Adekunle Gold releases new music featuring ‘Ireti’ crooner Moelogo titled ‘Only girl’. The song was produced by UK producer/engineer Lekaa Beatz The singer making the announcement on Instagram, also reveals plans to drop a video for ‘Work’ and also added that a new single/album is coming. This is exciting news for his fans all over.
It’s the final week and Bisola, TBoss, Debie-Rise, Efe and Marvis are currently competing for the grand prize. Many were asked readers to predict who will emerge the winner of Big Brother Naija, and 52.4% predicted Efe. 25% predicted Bisola, 10.9% are rooting for TBoss, 8.4% predicted Debie-Rise, while 3.3% are rooting for Marvis. The winner of Big Brother Naija will win the prize money of 25 million Naira and a brand new KIA Sorento car. 2face, Tiwa Savage and Runtown will perform at the grand finale, which will hold on Sunday, April 9, 2017. Big Brother Naija is ending…
Editor-in-Chief of Genevive Magazine Betty Irabor in a tell-all Interview talks about her personal battle with depression and her journey to conquering it. She also opened up on looking fabulous at any age, turning 60 and how she met her husband Soni Irabor. Excerpts below: On what triggered her depression, “Insomnia and Menopause! This is something women don’t talk about but the reality now is that people go into menopause as early as 37. I went into menopause on the other side of 50 but the depression came later. It wasn’t diagnosed in time. I was simply told I was…
After series of teasers on social media, Audery Silva has released an extended teaser from Mildred Okwo’s upcoming television drama series, “Bankers NGR.” Produced by Mildred Okwo and Rita Dominic for The Audrey Silva Company, the upcoming TV series is created by Tunde Babalola (“The Meeting,” “October 1,” “Last Flight to Abuja,” “The CEO”) and follows the lives of bankers at a fictional bank called Sun Country Bank. The series also stars Okey Uzoeshi (“Two Brides and a Baby,” “Something Wicked,” “Stellar”), Ashionye Michelle Raccah (“Hell or High Water,” “Journey to Self”), Daniel Effiong (“Gidi Up,” “Goddammit It’s Monday”), Roseline…
Koko master D’banj is currently n Miami, Florida chilling with the bad and boujee boys. American rapper Quavo threw an intimate bash in Miami for his 26th birthday, an event that was attended by top acts including Diddy and Gucci Mane, and our very own D’banj who stormed the event in a yacht. The ‘Emergency’ singer pulled up at the event in the luxury vessel and has since stirred conversations among fans online.
One year after their engagement Iggy Azalea has broken off her relationship with her NBA star boyfriend Nick Young. The rapper has also downsized and sold all her cars after splitting with ex-fiance, Nick Young. Iggy who caught the NBA player allegedly cheating with another woman on their home CCTV, immediately moved out of their mansion in 2016. The 26-year-old on The Kyle & Jackie O Show said she had to downsize her Los Angeles home in the aftermath of their break-up. When asked how many cars she owns, she said, “I actually sold all my cars!’.’I moved house and…
What we may all know about Mr Eazi is that he was into events planning before beginning his journey as a music artiste. What very few know is that seven years ago, he never knew he would become an artiste talk more of working with the likes of Wizkid. And yes, the “likes of Wizkid” aptly describes Eazi’s adoration for the Star Boy, who he says he tried booking many years ago. He did not neglect to mention that the same Wizkid who was relevant seven years ago, is still very relevant today and “Kinging”in the music game. Sharing a…
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday protested against the killing of a Nigerian, Mr Rasaq Ajao, in Polokwane, Limpopo Province, South Africa on Thursday. Amb. Olushola Enikaonolaiye, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement in Abuja, urged South African authorities to assume their responsibilities in taking proactive measures to prevent such incident. Enikanolaiye said the deceased was killed by a mob over alleged engagement in drug peddling in Polokwane, Limpopo Province. He added that “Mr Ajao, an auto mechanic, had lived in South Africa and had been practising his trade for over 10 years without any…
Joseph David, a 25 year-old Boko Haram commander has revealed how he killed many people during their raid on towns. David, who said he was abducted by the sect in Mubi, Adamawa State when he was 22, said he also married two of the Chibok girls. According to him, fell out with Boko Haram leader, Abubakar Shekau because he was taking good care of his wives. According to The Nation, David said “He took the two Chibok girls from me because I treated them well. “He (Shekau) said he did not trust me. He said ,one day,I would run with…
Over N400 million has been recovered from a Lagos state based bureau de change operator by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). A report by TheCable says the EFCC recovered the humongous sum in an abandoned bureau de change office in Lagos state. Though the report maintained that the anti-graft agency did not state the exact location where the recovery was made, officials were reportedly counting as at Friday night, April 7, 2017. “EFCC Lagos zonal office discovers over N400 million and still counting, in an abandoned bureau de change,” The EFCC’s Facebook posted. The agency’s recovery is coming…
Senator Dino Melaye has received his certificate from the Ahmdau Bello University (ABU), Zaria. According to BN, a group of Nigerians also joined the Senator to celebrate the feat. Sahara Reporters had earlier alleged that Melaye falsified his academic records, adding that he did not graduate from ABU. The Vice Chancellor of ABU Zaria, Ibrahim Garba however debunked the reports. Garba, who appeared before the Senate ethics committee, told Nigerians that Melaye graduated from the institution. Following the confirmation by the VC, the senator released a video of him dancing and mocking his ‘haters.’
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has accused Churches in Nigeria of encouraging corrupt practices. Obasanjo also accused some men of God of celebrating people whose source of wealth are very questionable. The former President, who was represented by Femi Olajide said the he convention of Victory Life Bible Church International in Abeokuta, Ogun State. According to Daily Post, Obasanjo also called on men of God to preach the message of prosperity with moderation. He said “There is no doubt that all our institutions have been tarnished by the brush of corruption. “If the Church, as an institution, does not take bribe…
Prof. Is’haq Oloyede, the Registrar, Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has announced the suspension of the mock examination that was billed to hold today, Saturday, April 8, 2017. According to reports, the exam body’s Registrar blamed the cancellation on circumstances beyond his control. Oloyede said this through a text message sent to the supervisors at the various centres in the FCT on Saturday in Abuja. He regretted the inconveniences the postponement might have caused the public especially the candidates. He said a new date would be communicated to them later. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that at…
Eden Hazard felt Chelsea passed another test on their way to the Premier League title after seeing off Bournemouth 3-1. The Blues arrived at Dean Court only four points clear at the top after Tottenham’s 4-0 win over Watford earlier on Saturday but they comfortably restored their seven-point advantage. Chelsea opened the scoring through Adam Smith’s own goal before Hazard outfoxed Artur Boruc to double the visitors’ lead. Joshua King’s deflected strike handed Bournemouth a lifeline but Marcos Alonso’s curling free-kick midway through the second half sealed Chelsea’s fifth win in six games. “We passed a test,” said Hazard. “We…
Jose Mourinho has always been fond of Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil and the Manchester United coach reportedly cannot resist having the opportunity to manage the Germany playmaker once more, according to the Mirror. Ozil will enter the final year of his current contract at the Emirates in July and the Arsenal faithful are beginning to agitate over whether the 28-year-old will push for a move to one of their rivals or not. With a mutual admiration from both sides, Mourinho is reportedly eager to enquire about the possibility of adding the former Real Madrid star’s craft to his team. Having…
Luis Enrique was as critical as he’s ever been of a refereeing performance after Barcelona’s title hopes were dented by a 2-0 loss at Malaga on Saturday. A win would have moved Barca level with Real Madrid, who drew with Atletico earlier in the day, but goals from Sandro Ramirez and Jony sandwiched a Neymar red card and left the Catalan side three points back from the league leaders. Neymar was given his marching orders for two bookings — his first for fiddling with his boots and delaying a Malaga free kick — and Luis Enrique questioned referee Jesus Gil…