They are both masters at capturing the perfect angle for a selfie. And Kendall and Kylie Jenner were the ultimate sister act as they posed for a sultry photo in plunging robes. Kendall, 21, showed off her model posture in a violet silk wrap and diamond necklace while Kylie, 19, sported a golden yellow robe with matching jewels adorning her neck. Each sibling showed off a sexy shoulder as they gazed off into the distance in the sunlit snap. Kendall’s locks were piled high in a 1960’s style updo while Kylie’s tresses fell around her shoulders in a bouffant style.…
Author: David Folami
The front page of Italian daily Corriere dello Sport asks the question: could Zlatan Ibrahimovic return to Italy? Ibra is once again a free agent having seen his contract at Old Trafford expire. At the start of June, Man United officially announced that they had parted ways with Swedish striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Zlatan was sensational for Man United in his one year in the Premier League. He scored 17 goals in 27 EPL games, 28 goals in all competitions, while the Red Devils won the League Cup (he scored a brace in the final) and the Europa League. Ibra’s campaign…
Man Utd legend Peter Schmeichel says that he can’t pick between Alvaro Morata and Cristiano Ronaldo to lead United lines next season. Both Real Madrid forwards have been linked with United in the recent past. However, a move for Morata looks more likely at the moment. “That is a very, very difficult question (to choose between Ronaldo and Morata),” he said on talkSPORT. “It’s a question with no answer. Obviously, I would very much like to see Cristiano Ronaldo back at Old Trafford. “I am struggling to see it happening, for me it looks like it’s a political game where…
Paul Pogba is the star of a new music video with US rap artist Desiigner. The Manchester United midfielder has enjoyed some time off this summer and has been on a trip to the Far East. And before pre-season gets underway, he has returned to Old Trafford for a music video, reports the Manchester Evening News. The song Oulet was originally released in February, but a new video featuring the United star was uploaded to YouTube on Wednesday and already has over 600,000 views. Pogba is seen wearing the new 2017/18 away kit and preparing for a match at Old…
A total of $961million has been approved by the World Bank to support the implementation of Nigeria’s Economic Recovery and Growth Plan 2017-2020. In a statement by the Senior Communications Officer at the World Bank office in Nigeria, Olufunke Olufon, the fund has been planned for two programme-for-results operations. While one is the Better Education Service Delivery for All, which will receive $611m, the other programme will be the Kaduna State Economic Transformation Programme for Results, which will receive $350m credit. On the educational programme, Olufon explained that the programme aims to bring out-of-school children into the classroom, improve literacy,…
The Rivers state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said that the minister of transportation, Rotimi Amaechi has lost relevance in the state. The party accused Amaechi of using violence to prove that he still has a stand in the state. PDP also called on Rivers people to be steadfast in their support for the state Governor,Nyesom Wike. According to Daily Post, the Rivers PDP Chairman, Chief Felix Obuah said “Amaechi has adopted as a strategy. The penchant to cause unnecessary stir whenever there is relative peace and stability in the state, aimed at deceiving impressionable minds into…
The United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) on Wednesday donated sanitation equipment to the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Damaturu, Yobe, to enhance their living condition. Mr Gabriel Idoko, the Head, UNHCR in Yobe, presented the materials to the displaced persons at Kukareta IDP Camp in the state in commemoration of the World Refugees Day. According to Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, World Refugee Day is observed every June 20 to raise awareness of the situation of refugees throughout the world. “On Dec. 4, 2000, the United Nations General Assembly in Resolution 55/76 decided that, from June 20, 2001, would…
The UK has deployed officers from the Royal Air Force (RAF) Force Protection (FP) Wing from RAF Lossiemouth to Nigeria to train the Nigerian Air Force Regiment for six weeks. The Royal Air Force is the UK’s aerial warfare force formed toward the end of the First World War on April 1, 1918 and it is the oldest independent air force in the world. A statement by the UK High Commission, Press Officer in Nigeria, Joe Abuku, said this on Thursday in Abuja. Abuku said that the detachment was made up of a 66 person Short Term Training Team (STTT)…
The Delta Government has signed a 20 million dollars Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Norsworthy Investment Limited, a private firm, for the cultivation of 3,000 acres of oil palm and processing plant project. The MoU for the project which would be sited at Akwukwu-Igbo community, Oshimili North Local Government Area of the state, was signed in Asaba on Thursday by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr Festus Agas. Agas reiterated the commitment of the state government to provide the needed support for investment towards developing every sector of the state economy. He said: “Upon the inception of this present…
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Bode George has warned agitators for separation from the country to quit stirring trouble. He said the the inflammatory comments of several ethnic groups is contributing to heating up tension in the country. The former Deputy National Chairman of the PDP issued his warning in a release titled, “Enough of the drum beats of war”. On June 6, 2017, the Coalition of Northern Youths (CNY) issued a threatening declaration to Igbos living in the north to vacate the region before October 1, 2017. The declaration has led to increased calls from the south east and…
J.Cole has announced that he will be joined by special guests Anderson .Paak, Bas, J.I.D. and Ari Lennox on some special stops on his North American leg of the 4 Your Eyez Only world tour. With Cole’s 4 Your Eyez Only having debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart (dated Dec. 31), and all ten of its tracks hitting the Billboard Hot 100 chart, this is sure to be one of the most anticipated tours of the year. The multi-platinum selling artist has been on the road in North America since early June, and will begin to dive…
Rihanna has announced Dave Chappelle will host her third Diamond Ball in New York City on September 14, as Billboard points out. The fundraising gala raises money for the Clara Lionel Foundation, an organization founded by the singer that focuses on funding “innovative and effective education and health programs.” Kendrick Lamar has been announced as a performer as well. Lamar is currently on tour behind his excellent album DAMN.. Earlier this year, Rihanna was honored by Harvard University for her humanitarian work. Past Diamond Ball galas have featured performances from Rihanna herself and Lionel Richie.
Underrated/Overrated is a new hip-hop column where we examine the legacy of a rapper and try to determine once and for all: Are they overrated or underrated? Today’s debate centers around one of the most controversial rappers of all time: Eminem. Eminem Is Overrated Calling Eminem “overrated” is beyond controversial. It’s practically rap writer career suicide. It wasn’t always like this; there was a time before he’d solidified his rule as rap royalty when one could dare to risk the ire of his subjects. Those days are long gone. Yet, here we are. Here I am, to share with my…
Spanish fashion designer and founder of the eponymous high-end shoe brand, Manolo Blahnik announced on Wednesday that its third and final collection with the Wild Thoughts singer, Rihanna has a release date. The final collection which consists of Poison Ivy, Bajan Princess and Spice is set to hit stores and online shopping outlets from July 6, 2017. The three styles of sandals are covered in Swarovski crystals and each sandal features PVC lining to create a totally see-through effect that extends down to the clear Perspex heel. Rihanna who has definitely rocked on of the fab new heels in her…
JAY-Z wrote a guest column for The Hollywood Reporter, calling on everyone to work towards social justice, whether it is on a local level or national level. “His is the kind of story that you can’t ignore, and people are starting to see that what happened to him is not an isolated case,” writes JAY-Z of Kalief Browder, who committed suicide after he was held without trial on Riker’s Island, most in solitary confinement, for three years. “He’s just one example in a system that is broken. We need to be the ones who fix it.” JAY-Z wrote that the…
Beyoncé has lost yet another round in the nasty legal battle over the Blue Ivy trademark after a judge shut down her attempt to block her ex-vice president from being deposed just days after the megastar gave birth to twins. Court papers obtained by DailyMail.com state Jonathan Schwartz, the former executive vice president of the singer’s BGK Trademark Holdings, has been ordered to testify to determine whether or not the Grammy-winning star committed fraud. In February, Schwartz filed a trademark application on behalf of the 35-year-old songstress to launch a series of products under her daughter’s name – which included…
Chelsea are closing in on a stunning £100million double deal for Juventus duo Leonardo Bonucci and Alex Sandro, according to reports. Antonio Conte looks ready to splash the cash at Stamford Bridge after a frustrating few weeks in the summer transfer window. The Blues boss is said to have grown agitated by the club’s lack of transfer activity as most of his rivals have already announced their first summer signings. But Conte, 47, is now ready to pounce after being informed by his former club Juventus that they will listen to offers of £45m for Bonucci. The Sun claim Chelsea…
Arsenal stand a realistic chance of signing Kylian Mbappe from Monaco this summer, the Telegraph reports, but with a €130 million to €140 million price tag on his head, Arsene Wenger could turn to Alexandre Lacazette or Thomas Lemar instead. Monaco have already rejected a €120m offer for Mbappe from Real Madrid, leaving Arsenal with no choice but to beat it. However, the 18-year-old is said to regard Wenger’s prowess for developing young talent highly. The Gunners’ hand could be strengthened by sales, with Olivier Giroud, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and joining Alexis Sanchez, Mesut Ozil, Jack Wilshere and Wojciech Szczesny on…
Zinedine Zidane has told Kylian Mbappe he would offload of the ‘BBC’ in order to sign him, according to reports in France. Real Madrid have identified the Monaco striker as their next ‘Galactico’ and their No.1 summer transfer target. But the 18-year-old football superstar is also wanted by several of Europe’s top clubs. And, L’Equipe report that Zidane is so desperate to land his fellow countryman he told him he is ready to allow one of Gareth Bale, Karim Benzema or Cristiano Ronaldo to leave in a “secret conversation”. It is unclear who exactly would make way for the football…
Manchester United are reportedly keen to sign Jordi Alba to solve their problems at left-back, though he seems more likely to remain with Barcelona in this transfer window. The Spain international endured a frustrating season at the Nou Camp last term, but is said to feel more positive about life at the club under new manager Ernesto Valverde. Alba joined Barcelona from Valencia back in 2012 and has been a key player for club and country since then, establishing himself as one of Europe’s top full-backs. United could certainly do with strengthening in that area, with Jose Mourinho unhappy with…