Ike Ekweremadu has also praised the performance of Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The Nigerian team, on Saturday, October 7, 2017, beat Zambia 1 – 0 to qualify for the Russia 2018 World Cup. Ekweremadu, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr. Uche Anichukwu said that salutes the Super Eagles. The statement reads: “The Eagles were super in every sense of the word in the race to Russia. They lived the Nigerian spirit. They demonstrated that united we can scale over every mountain. They made us proud. “I doff the cap for them.”
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Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the Super Eagles on their 1 – 0 win against Zambia yesterday. The President, in a statement signed by his media aide, Femi Adesina, described the win as a sweet victory. Buhari also asked Nigerians to apply the high level of discipline and hardwork which the Super Eagles showed, in all works of life. PMB also promised that the Federal Government will continue to support the team as they make the country proud.
Bukola Saraki, on Saturday, congratulated the Nigerian Super Eagles and all Nigerians on the nation’s qualification for the FIFA World Cup, ready to hold in Russia next year. He said that he was in Uyo and witnessed the dedication live at the venue, also saw the poise and consistency of our players, adding that these attributes of the team have given hope to all Nigerians that our team will represent Africa well at the next World Cup. “I want to congratulate our players for the way they played throughout the whole qualifying phase,” He said. “From the way that they…
Ebonyi Governor, Chief David Umahi has congratulated the Super Eagles for qualifying for the 2018 World Cup in Russia. He has described the team’s victory ‘as sensational’. “The players demonstrated the undying-spirit of unity to decimate the Zambians and all their group opponents, to qualify for the world cup. “I also congratulate Nigerians for making it once again to the highest international football fiesta as this brings an encouraging light in the country’s football and sports in general.” The governor called for constant dedication from the players and entire technical crew and for serious preparations to ensure an amazing world…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has said that sports in Nigeria, particularly football, remained one of the greatest bringer of unity across political affiliations, religion, gender, tribe and other divides. APC, througha spokesman, joined millions of Nigerians in celebrating and congratulating the Super Eagles for their qualification to next year’s FIFA World Cup in Russia. They also congratulated the Ministry of Sports, the Nigerian Football Federation, the technical crew, management, and back-room staff for securing Nigeria’s sixth appearance at the World Cup. They said it was indeed a delight watching the Super Eagles defeat the Chipolopolo of Zambia in front…
Mr Yakubu Dogara, has hailed the Nigerian Super Eagles on their well-deserved victory over Zambia which qualified them to the 2018 World Cup finals in Russia. The speaker also congratulated members of the national team for their dedication, patriotism, and commitment for Hon Yakubu Dogara, Speaker of the House of Representatives[/caption]doing Nigeria proud. “The Super Eagles have once again made us all very proud. Being the first African team to qualify for the World Cup is no small feat, and the sense of patriotism and dedication to national duty must be commended by all,” he said. “The team can be…
A former United States Ambassador to Nigeria, John Campbell has described former First Lady Patience Jonathan as an arrogant and flashy woman. He said “Patience Jonathan as the first lady was flamboyant, arrogant, and widely disliked. She has yet to be convicted of a crime. However, it is curious how a person who spent most of her career in public service could accumulate an acknowledged $35 million in a poor country.” Also speaking on President Buhari’s fight against corruption, Campbell said “There is pushback against President Buhari’s anti-corruption campaign, especially among the opposition Peoples Democratic Party. Some claim that Buhari…
The Ijaw Youth Council Worldwide (IYCW) has asked President Buhari to order oil companies to develop the Niger-Delta region. They have demanded that the President command oil companies to contribute towards developing the North-East. The IYCW spokesman said “Although the North-East is a victim of its own destruction, Ijaw have nothing against any plans to help IDPs and to develop the region. “However, we find it quite traumatic that the government and its agencies that have never considered for over 60 years to instruct the oil companies ‘devastating’ our once fertile lands and rivers, thereby dislocating our local economies, are…
Cristiano Ronaldo has said that at a certain point in his career he determined in his mind to focus less on flaunting his skills and more on scoring goals. “In a game the most important thing is to win,” Ronaldo said. “And goals helps to win. You can mix — first goals, and after tricks and assists after. What the people want is goals, so I try to score goals.” When asked if it had been difficult to focus on being efficient, Ronaldo said he still found time to bring out some skills, but it could not be his first…
Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic is set to fasten his recovery from injury by returning to Carrington full-time at the end of the month, sources have said. Ibrahimovic had rarely used the facilities at the club’s training base since undergoing a knee operation in the United States in May but was pictured in the gym with former United striker Andy Cole on Thursday. The Swede, who celebrated his birthday this week, is expected to be there on a daily basis by the beginning of November to complete his recovery under the supervision of United’s medical staff. Ibrahimovic was released at…
Sergio Ramos has begged fans in Alicante to forget politics and support the national team in their World Cup qualifiers. Gerard Pique has found himself at the centre of intense controversy due to his comments on Sunday about the right of Catalans to vote in an independence referendum that had been declared illegal by the Spanish government, and he was again booed by fans at training in Alicante. “We cannot ask the fans of anything because there is freedom of expression,” Ramos said in a news conference. “But we have to think about the team. We ask for there to…
N’Golo Kante left France’s World Cup qualifier against Bulgaria with a muscle injury on Saturday. Kante was seen holding his hamstring on his left leg when he was substituted 34 minutes in the game. He was replaced by Adrien Rabiot with France already leading, and Les Bleus held on for a 1-0 victory. Didier Deschamps confirmed the injury after the game and ruled Kante out of Tuesday’s qualifier against Belarus. After clinging on to win on Saturday, France will just need to beat Belarus to secure their World Cup spot, though Sweden remain in contention in UEFA qualifying Group A.…
Manchester City could sign any player in the world but it might not be the best move for the team, according to midfielder Fernandinho. The defensive midfielder believes that Pep Guardiola and the club are more interested in signing young players and creating their own superstars. “Could we sign Messi or Ronaldo? I guess so, but then you have to consider the club’s priorities first. We have the financial power, everyone knows that, but there’s the priority issue that must be considered,” Fernandinho said. “Are we aiming to sign one player or to assemble a strong, competitive team to achieve…
Leroy Sane is officially the Premier League’s fastest player ever after the Manchester City forward clocked a top speed of 35.48 kilometres per hour (22.05 mph) this season. That time told Leicester City’s Jamie Vardy, who had held the previous record for top speed in the competition since they started keeping records in 2014 to take a seat. Liverpool also have a speedster of their own, Despite signing Mohamed Salah in the summer, it’s still no shock that Mane leads Liverpool for pace so far this season. It’s the trait that makes him one of the most exciting forwards in…
Arsenal is making plans for when Alexis Sanchez exits the club in the next year with reports revealing that the Gunners are targeting Manchester United star Anthony Martial. The Chilean has long been linked with Manchester City, while Arsenal failed to strike a deal for a replacement late in the summer after strong links with Thomas Lemar and Raheem Sterling. Now it seems as if Martial is Arsene Wenger’s preferred choice, with the 21-year-old seen as an ideal fit out wide or through the middle, as Sanchez has been over the last year. Jose Mourinho has used the former Monaco…
Manuel Neuer has said recovery from his latest fracture could take at least half a year but he hopes to play again this season. Neuer, 31, was injured during training last month and underwent successful surgery that was expected to keep him out for the rest of the year. “There’s tissue repair going on inside the foot, this can last up to six months,” he told FC Bayern TV. “It hasn’t been an easy for me and I am longing to be back on the pitch.” Although it now appears unlikely Neuer will make his comeback after the winter break…
Carlo Ancelotti says he had a good relationship with the Bayern Munich players, but believes the club did not support as much as they could have. “It’s already in the past now,” he told Sky Sport Italia. “I’m always this [calm] — I wrote in my book that being sacked is part of the job, so I’m not surprised. One adventure has ended and now we prepare to start another one. “The truth is I’ve always had a good relationship with everybody in 22 years as a coach. I’ve tried to respect everybody the same way, and this was the…
Joe Hart has said it is up to the England players to stop the “cynicism” surrounding the team after the success in qualifying for the World Cup was overshadowed by dampened fans during Thursday’s 1-0 victory against Slovenia at Wembley. Hart admits he can understand the lack of faith among the nation’s football supporters. “Yes, because I’m an England fan too,” Hart told reporters after the win against Slovenia. “Walking off the field gutted at the last tournament, as a player I understand how people feel and it’s our job to change that. “The only way we are going to…
Mo Abudu clocked 53 on Sepetember 11 and had her celebration recently. The British born spoilt herself with a surprise birthday party at RSVP in Lagos. Mo Abudu, the TV aficionado turned a year older only two days after The Royal Hibiscus Hotel received rave reviews at Toronto International Film Festival from some of the world’s top actors, directors and producers. Happy Celebration Mo!
50 cent recently took a few shots at an unnamed TV series often described as the primary competition for his Starz TV series, Power, before saying he was going to takeover BET. A short time later, Gabrielle Union, who features in BET’s hit TV series, Being Mary Jane, responded to his comment, saying the rapper should abstain from negativity and that there was enough shine for everyone. “Remember that other show that thought they were in competition with POWER, what happened to it?” 50 wrote on IG. “I don’t hear anyone talking shit anymore. ?Now I’m gonna take over BET.”…