Phil Jones admitted Manchester United were not good enough against Southampton despite getting the job done at the St Mary’s with a 1-0 win. “We didn’t play well today,” Jones told Sky Sports. “We just didn’t play well for whatever reason, but it’s times like this when you don’t play well and you’re still picking three points up. We were resilient, showed a lot of character and a lot of fight and we certainly needed that. “We got the chance early on and Rom has done well and finished it off for us. We were hanging on towards the end…
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A new electricity regulation that would improve meter supply for consumers nationwide would begin to function next month, Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, has said. The minister said that the regulation, which would oversee meter service providers, would open up the market to more players in the meter supply chain, strengthen local meter suppliers and bridge the country’s metering gaps. “It would enable other businesses that are not distribution companies (DISCOs) to supply meters. The core business of the DISCOs is not meter supply, their core business is distributing power but it needs meters to do so.…
Mr Ibrahim Idris, has sgown massive commitment of the force to improve the welfare of the officers to ensure a functional police force. “In my inaugural speech on July 22, 2016, I said the Nigerian police force will henceforth be guided by international core values of policing with integrity. ‘’This is to ensure that the rule of law prevails in all our actions and activities. “I also assured police personnel of my determination to accelerate all issues as regards the welfare of police men and their families, such as promotion, prompt payment of salaries, provision of affordable housing units among…
Yemi Osinbajo has called for the commitment of private sector in economic development as the country stopped being in recession. He mentioned that the Federal Government needed the utmost commitment of all in its diversification strategy to achieve the desired economic growth. He said with the growing population, the private sector participation is needed to complement the government’s efforts in area of infrastructure development. He also said that the private sector participation was key because the sector was efficient in handling projects anywhere in the world. According to him, the country needs a world-class capital market, which is an important…
Arsene Wenger is not a happy man. He hasm blasted Arsenal’s “cruel” scheduling this week, saying Monday night’s game against West Brom will force him to exempt many players at home for Thursday’s Europa League trip to Belarus. “At the moment I will say the schedule for us is a bit cruel,” Wenger told a news conference. “When you look at the [Premier League] schedule over the weekend, I think there was some room for us to be different. “For example, yesterday we had Brighton-Newcastle on television. They could have played tonight and we could have played yesterday. So for…
Jurgen Klopp has said that Loris Karius will feature in goal for Liverpool against Spartak Moscow in the UCL on Tuesday. The Liverpool manager told the club’s official website: “Yes, Loris will start. “I am not sure if I have to make a decision like this [the club’s ‘Champions League goalkeeper’]. It’s all about performing. “That shouldn’t be taken as me saying: ‘You are not performing, you’re out of the goal.’ Everyone is allowed to make mistakes or whatever, but it’s about performing in training and the games for all of our goalkeepers. “He will play tomorrow and we will…
Alexandre Lacazette has warned Arsenal not to “get carried away” after their recent rise in form in Premier League form. Lacazette said that the squad were always confident they could turn things round. “I didn’t feel any sense of panic in particular,” Lacazette, who scored both goals against West Brom, said. “We knew our work would pay off and that’s what’s happened. But we mustn’t get carried away, we have to keep going like this. “We’re still MMnot perfect, but we had a lot of possession, we didn’t concede and we managed to score. We feel we can still do…
Tottenham and England striker Harry Kane has said he is motivated by a desire to emulate Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. “With social media these days, it’s difficult to stay away from the stats,” Kane said. “Everyone is tweeting this thing or that thing and you see it. I want to be one of the best players in the world, so when people put stuff up and I see I am close to those players [Messi and Ronaldo] it is a great incentive to get even closer and go to the next step. “I use it, yes. Staying consistent at…
Diego Costa’s return to Atletico Madrid from Chelsea has increased the chances of Manchester United making a €100 million move for Antoine Griezmann at the end of the season, having drifted from an initial plan to sign the player this summer. The talented Frenchman had been expected to move to Old Trafford at the end of last season following United’s return to the Champions League by winning the Europa League. Jose Mourinho had seen the France international forward as a key target, with Griezmann also ready to accept the challenge of a move to the Premier League. But FIFA’s confirmation…
Luis Suarez has asked for peace after recent reports of football violence in his country. Uruguayan football was suspended on Sunday after two officials, including a woman, were attacked by players and spectators during an under-19 game between hosts Platense and Basanez on Saturday in Montevideo. The incident led to the Uruguay Football Referees’ Association (AUDAF) putting a stop to football until further notice. Barcelona star Suarez was not happy with the attack and posted a photograph on his Twitter account of the Uruguay flag with the message: “No more violence in football.” He added: “Let’s live a football in…
Dani Carvajal has said nobody doubts Cristiano Ronaldo as he is set to feature in his 400th game for the club after a recent frustrating run of form. Madrid travel to Borussia Dortmund for a Champions League game on Wednesday — Ronaldo’s 400th game — and speaking at the prematch news conference, Carvajal said: “Nobody doubts Cristiano. “I have the good luck to enjoy him all year — every training session is spectacular. “He always pulls us along, and the shots will end up going in. Whenever he does not score for a while, he ends up shutting us all…
Atletico Madrid full-back Filipe Luis says that Diego Costa is returning to a squad full of competition for places. “Last year there was also rotation,” he said. “There was almost never a fixed first XI. It depends on the opponent and their characteristics. The important thing is everyone knows they have a chance to play, nobody is a certain starter. It is the team which wins. “It is not easy, but everyone understands this. It is impossible to compare [our squad] with [Real] Madrid and Barcelona, we do not have the same characteristics. But we do have a competitive and…
Mauricio Pochettino has insisted he will not be wailing over Tottenham’s long list of absentees ahead of their Champions League game against Apoel Nicosia on Tuesday. Christian Eriksen will be the seventh players unavailable for the match in Cyprus after the Dane fell ill on Sunday and was unable even to travel with the Spurs squad. He joins the suspended Jan Vertonghen and Dele Alli in missing out, along with Mousa Dembele, Danny Rose, Victor Wanyama and Erik Lamela, who are all injured. “It’s not an excuse to have some players out of the squad,” Pochettino said. “Christian is a…
After several disputes, the duo of Paul and Peter Okoye who are widely known as P-Square, have reportedly gone their separate ways. Though the tale of a sinking relationship between the twin brothers began again following cryptic passive aggressive posts on their social media handles, they have reportedly ended their popular relationship. According to reports, Peter has chosen to terminate his contractual agreement between the group saying he won’t betray his wife and kids for the group. We hear Peter has said his twin brother, Paul and elder brother, Jude, had seemingly severed ties with him despite his efforts to…
Game of Thrones’ Arya Stark is a strong, smart, deadly assassin and feisty young lady. Little wonder she is one of the most popular baby names in England. According to recent reports, more than 300 girls born in England and Wales in 2016, were named after the ‘girl that has no name.’ The report states that there were more Aryas (302) than Marys (204) or Catherines (163). Other popular “Game of Thrones” inspired baby names include Khaleesi (69), Tyrion (11), Sansa (5), and Daenerys (4). The above characters have often been associated with kindness, strength and wisdom, it is therefore…
Mr Eazi has held another edition of his concert series “Life is Eazi.” The Culture Fest event hosted by Mr Eazi, attracted crowds by the multitude at Roundhouse London. The event featured performances from various artists ranging from Dancers, DJs, Comedians, Fashion exhibition, Dance Competition and to round it all up, good music. The Event hosted by Eddie Kadi and Adesope saw performances from Wande Coal, Fuse ODG, Eugy, Small Doctor, Kah Lo, The Compozers, Biso Kdei, Kwamz & Flava, DJ Juls, DJ Spinall, DJ Edu, DJ Cuppy, DJ Naijaboi, Dj P Montana and DJ Sawa among many other major…
Skales has revealed the where the money he used to shoot the video for ‘Shake Body’ came from. Guess how he got it? It was charity from YBNL rapper, Olamide. “Guys iv been holding this back for so long but I gota let the world know @olamide_YBNL …actually gave me cash to shoot “shakebody vid,” the singer wrote on Instagram. ‘Shake body’ video was shot in 2014 by Stanz Visuals. Skales’ future in the music industry was confusing in 2014 after he was sent out by Banky W-led EME. The singer was signed in 2010 on a four-year deal, which…
Joke Silva has spoken on domestic violence and her marriage to Olu Jacobs. Joke Silva was also asked about domestic violence in the interview. “I think I’m very happy more women are coming out to talk about it. It is important their partners must give themselves space” said Joke Silva. “Once the violence starts, give yourself space! I think it is the most spirit destroying action one can put on their lover. And it doesn’t only happen to women. It happens to men as well. I think it is sad that any relationship gets to that point where you need…
Even though until recently they have both denied the divorce rumours, actor, Chris Attoh has finally revealed that they are no longer a couple. The Ghanaian actor finally spoke about the relationship between him and his ex-wife and actress, Dami Adegbite recently. “I believe throughout our marriage, It has probably been one of the most challenging things we have ever done, however, the key word is balance. At times when we both had to work, our parents would be there to hold the fort. God bless family because they were and still are very supportive. “However, since the divorce, we…
As fans have spent the last weeks both blasting and judging Diamond Platnumz and Zari Hassan’s relationship, they have both chosen to show a united front. The singer and his beau were spotted together celebrating Zari’s 37th birthday, looking all loved up while at it. Nearly a week since the news of Platinumz’s new son by rumoured side chick, Hamisa Mobetho, broke, the singer and his wife seem uto nt care in the face of all that is being said about their relationship. Reports have it that Platinumz has since decided that he would never let Zari go and as…