Alexis Sanchez has said that he is still getting used to life at Manchester United after a January transfer from Arsenal. He left Arsenal in a swap deal that saw Henrikh Mkhitaryan leave United and has made 14 appearances for his new clubs, scoring three goals. “It is very different here,” Sanchez told MUTV. “I think United is a club with more history and we want to win trophies next year. “We need to keep progressing. United is a big club, to which I am still adapting, and I am looking forward to giving everything I’ve got next year and…
Author: David Folami
Keylor Navas has said he had shown “character” to maintain his focus after an early mistake to help his team to a semifinal win at Bayern Munich. Goals from Marcelo and Marco Asensio gave Zinedine Zidane’s side the advantage ahead of next Tuesday’s second leg at the Santiago Bernabeu. Costa Rica international Navas was also at fault for Juventus’ third goal as Real almost blew a 3-0 first leg lead in the previous round, leading to further speculation over his long-term future at the club. However, speaking in the mixed zone after Wednesday’s game, Navas said he had been able…
Cristiano Ronaldo set a record with his 96th win in the Champions League on Wednesday, though he saw his goal streak come to an end. Ronaldo has now appeared in more games in which his team won than any other player, moving past Iker Casillas, as Real Madrid won 2-1 at Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal. The victory was also an important one for Real Madrid as a club as well — they became the first team to win 150 Champions League games. The landmark victory came on the same night that Ronaldo moved…
Atiku Abubakar has said that ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo cannot stop his presidential ambition. Shedding more light on why he was at loggerheads with his boss, Atiku said his troubles started when he refused to support the tenure elongation plan of former President Obasanjo. According to him, what OBJ wanted was to become the life President of Nigeria, and not just a third term in office. He said “My offence was that I disagreed with him on the amendment of the constitution to remove tenure/term limits or what was popularly called the ‘third term agenda’. “In fact, he sent the then…
Alhaji Haddy Ametuo has said “some ghosts “ initiated the “Melaye , the only senator our party has in Kogi State, won with 94.66 per cent leaving the remaining 5.34 per cent to the petitioners. He expressed delight that the efforts had come to a premature end through the collective will of the people of Kogi West Senatorial District. “Melaye, the messages are very clear ; that Sen. Melaye is the most popular senator ever produced by Kogi West,” the statement said. According to the chairman, this is a sign of what to expect in the 2019 general elections. “No…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on the United States President, Donald Trump to caution President Buhari. According to the PDP, Buhari has succeeded in suspending the constitution of Nigeria. This was made know to newsmen by PDP’s spokesman, Mr. Kola Ologbondiya. The party also alleged that Nigeria has become a police state, adding that the country has returned to the 1984 military era. Buttressing Ologbondiya’s statement, the PDP chairman, Uche Secondus also alleged that nobody is safe under Buhari’s government. He said “Legislators are not safe, judges are living and working in fear; the media are being harassed,…
Rauf Aregbesola of Osun has described the death of Oyo State House of Assembly Speaker, Michael Adeyemo, as a sudden, rude shock and a collasal tragedy to the state. “He was his usual self, active, effervescent, exuding infectious enthusiasm. He will be missed. “Even though death signifies the final note in the unbroken melodies of human existence, the abrupt occurrence of Adeyemo’s death, turned the sweet melodies to a painful dirge. “He would be remembered for his unalloyed contributions to the politics and development of Oyo State. “On behalf of the people and Government of Osun, I commiserate with the…
Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Chief Michael Adenuga who turns 65 on Sunday and commended his deep sense of loyalty and patriotism by investing in sectors that have created jobs for many Nigerians. President Buhari noted that Adenuga had added strong value in the provision of effective services that make life easier and more comfortable for many in the country, and across the African continent. He observed that Adenuga rose from a modest background, defied many odds, and realized his dream of setting up and grooming successful companies in the oil and gas, banking and telecom sectors. President Buhari stated that…
Bukola Saraki has said Nigerian youths have the ability to compete favourably with young people around the world if they are given the opportunity. Saraki led a minute silence in honour of the late corps member and described his visit as part of a process of immortalising Miss Ichechukwu. “Coming here always bring good memories because as governor of the state I had occasions to be here and I had cultivated a special relationship with this camp,” Saraki said. “Thus when I heard of the unfortunate incident I felt bad and decided to come and condole with you. We must…
Atiku Abubakar has described Nigerian workers as the country’s greatest weapon in celebration of Worker’s Day annually observed in the country on May 1. “Nigerian workers, I congratulate you for this day. I salute your courage and resilience going through one of the most trying economic times in Nigeria’s history. But these challenges are showing how resilient and hardworking Nigerians are and that your indomitable spirit and work ethic will continue to go unchallenged throughout all of Africa. “These values have been the bedrock of Nigeria’s labour movement since its beginning. A movement which started off to protect the welfare…
Prof. Wole Soyinka has called on the Federal Government to do more to end attacks and killings by criminal herdsmen in parts of the country. Soyinka acknowledged that a few armed herdsmen had been apprehended by security agencies but said that was not enough to put a stop to the mayhem by the criminals. He said there were so many of the criminals hiding in the forests which needed to be tracked down by security agencies. Soyinka calked for justice and restitution for victims of herdsmen attacks, saying that would give them some succour. “We must go beyond arresting a…
Churches from different denominations under the umbrella body of Christian Association Nigeria (CAN) on Sunday in Ibadan embarked on peaceful protest against the incessant killings by suspected herdsmen in the country. The Chairman of CAN in Oyo State, Pastor Benjamin Akanmu, said that members had been directed to stage the protest in compliance with the directives by the national body. Akanmu said that the protest was limited to the vicinity of the churches in order to prevent it from being hijacked by hoodlums. Rev. Dr Samuel Wojuola, the Senior Pastor of Bodij-Ashi Baptist Church, Ibadan, during the rally by the…
Olusegun Obasanjo has said that nobody can intimidate him. He said “For me, I don’t think there is anyone that can intimidate me. Let me remind you, I have gone through many things. I have been jailed without committing any offence.” OBJ said this while speaking to CNM members at a town hall meeting in Bodija, Ibadan, Oyo state on Saturday, April 28, 2018. “My struggle for the good of Nigeria progress of Nigeria, the unity of Nigeria, development of Nigeria will not diminish. Even now, I get people from other parties, coming to me to seek advice. I don’t…
Manchester City underlined their dominance in the Premier League with an emphatic 4-1 victory over West Ham United but Pep Guardiola says he needs one or two new players in the summer. Guardiola, who has overhauled the squad since his arrival two years ago, says a couple of additions will keep the squad fresh while he is also determined to challenge for the Champions League following their quarterfinal exit this season. “Don’t worry, we are going to spend a lot of money next season as well — maybe £1 billion or something,” he joked during his news conference. “It’s the…
Ernesto Valverde was relieved more than anything as his side finally sealed their 25th La Liga title on Sunday with four games to spare. Unbeaten in the league this season, it had long been a question of when not if Barca would get their hands on the La Liga trophy. “When you’re chasing something for the whole season, it’s more a feeling of ‘finally’ when you eventually get there,” Valverde said, playing down the euphoria of his first-ever league title in Spain. “At the end of the day, the league is such a long competition. You have to make sure…
Antonio Conte referenced Chelsea’s scoring struggles as the biggest reason why they face an uphill struggle to finish in the Premier League’s top four this season after an unconvincing 1-0 win over relegation threatened Swansea City. Conte was frustrated by Chelsea’s failure to secure all three points earlier with a second goal against Swansea, and admitted that a lack of ruthlessness has been the undoing of the dethroned Premier League champions. “Our top scorer has scored only 12 goals,” Conte said in his postmatch news conference. “When your top scorer only gets 12 goals then it is hard to fight…
Jose Mourinho believes Manchester United have enjoyed “evolution at almost every level” in his two seasons in charge at Old Trafford. United remain on course to finish second in the Premier League, their highest finish since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013, and Mourinho insists he is happy with the progress because the club was not ready for immediate success when he took over. “I knew the club I was coming to,” he told Sky Sports. “I know that one thing is to go to a club that is prepared to win and you just need to arrive and give…
Bayern Munich’s Champions League hopes have received a setback as Arjen Robben has been ruled out of the return against Real Madrid on Tuesday. Coach Jupp Heynckes told kicker “it’s too big a risk” and Robben, who scored Bayern’s winner in the 2013 Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund, will not travel to Madrid with the rest of the squad. However, David Alaba could be set to return at left-back. Alaba missed both ties against Sevilla in the quarterfinals and also the first leg against Real with a sciatic nerve problem. “I am well on track for the game on…
Mohamed Salah said on Sunday he feels insulted over the unauthorized use of his image and blames the Egyptian Football Association in a dispute that comes less than two months before the World Cup in Russia. The Egyptian star is furious his image features prominently on the outside of the national team’s plane, which was provided by official sponsor WE. Liverpool’s winger, a huge celebrity in his native Egypt, has a sponsorship deal with rival telecommunications firm Vodafone. “Sorry but this is a major insult … I was hoping the handling [of the dispute] would be classier than this,” Salah…
Arsene Wenger thanked Manchester United for a “very classy” reception on his last visit to Old Trafford, as Alex Ferguson presented him with a gift before Sunday’s 2-1 loss. The Frenchman still left Old Trafford with another loss after Marouane Fellaini’s late winner, but said he appreciated the welcome. “I am thankful to Manchester United because they gave a nice gesture before the game. It was very classy from them,” said Wenger, who is stepping down after his 22nd season in charge of the Gunners. “It’s the first time I get a trophy before the game, that’s new. [The reception…