Barcelona defender Gerard Pique is part of a consortium planning a World Cup of tennis tournament to revive the fortunes of the tired Davis Cup format. The plans which would see the whole tournament take place in one location have been backed by leading players such as Andy Murray, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal. “I think that it’s a really exciting idea. If it comes off, I think it would be a very, very good thing for tennis,” said Murray after his defeat to Borna Coric at the Madrid Masters on Thursday. Pique was in the Spanish capital on Monday…
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The 34 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Ohafia, has denied that its personnel attacked and assaulted women group from the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) during its meeting on Saturday at Abiriba. The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), had alleged on Friday that soldiers from the military cantonment, Ohafia, Abia, molested some women at a meeting at Abiriba. The spokesman of the brigade, Maj. Oyegoke Gbadamosi, debunked the allegation in a telephone interview with the the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Umuahia. He said that contrary to media reports, the soldiers neither molested nor assaulted any women.…
While performing “Back to Sleep” on his The Party Tour, one of Chris Brown’s fans took it upon herself to climb on stage and cop a feel of Brown. The attempt didn’t last long because as soon as she got on stage, Brown’s security grabbed the fan by her hair and pulled her off stage. That wasn’t the only surprising moment during Brown’s tour. Brown shocked all his fans at his Anaheim, CA show last night when he brought Kendrick Lamar on stage. Lamar performed his hit song “Humble” with Brown extra turnt in the background. Brown introduced Lamar saying,…
The 21-year-old Keeping Up With The Kardashians star attended the premiere of 120 Beats Per Minute in the French City on Saturday. Kendall Jenner flashed her legs in a light dress but wore socks under her strappy shoes Arriving in a striking dress with a dramatic train – Kendall ensures all eyes were on her AND her legs. The reality star-turned-model had her hair in a high bun, and her outfit was the height of fashion. However she made the bizarre choice of wearing pop socks underneath her strappy stilettos. The baffling fashion choice is sure to confuse fans –…
He was caught trying to get into Kylie Jenner’s house multiple times. And now, the same man has confessed to murder. Marvin Magallanes turned himself into Anaheim police on Thursday after confessing to killing a 49-year-old homeless man in January, according to TMZ. According to the site, it’s the same man who has been caught trying to get onto Kylie’s property in the exclusive Calabasas neighborhood, The Oaks. He has reportedly been charged with two counts of murder with special circumstances, the site revealed. Police also reportedly linked him to an unsolved murder from October 2016 of another homeless man.…
The independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Mansur Ali of the All Progressive Congress (APC) as the winner of the by-election conducted in Mashi/Dutsi federal constituency. Prof Hudu Ayuba, the Returning Officer to the election, who announced the results in Mashi on Sunday, said APC won the election with 27,968 votes. He said Nazif Yusuf of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) scored 19,451 votes while Kabir Abdullahi of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) polled 332 votes. He announced that the total registered voters in the constituency were 135,571, while 51,576 voters were accredited for the election. Ayuba said of…
Officers suspected to be involved the alleged coup plot are currently under watch as the Nigerian Army is reported to have begun an internal search. In a report by Punch, soldiers and officers suspected to be engaging in political meetings with politicians are on the radar of the military’s watch. The report further alleged that while many are on the watch list, sources said that some arrests may have already been made. The move, it was also reported, was being kept as top secret so as not to add to public tension. In a move by the Chief of Army…
Islamic scholars in Zamfara on Friday offered special prayers for the quick recovery of President Muhammadu Buhari. Buahri is presently on medical check-up in London. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the prayer session was organised by the state government as part of the activities to mark the second anniversary of Buhari. It is also to mark the sixth anniversary of Gov. Abdul’aziz Yari’s administration in the state. NAN further reports that the prayer session which took place at the Gusau Central Juma’at mosque, was led by the Chief Imam of the mosque, Malam Liman Dan’Alhaji. Dan’Alhaji urged…
Manchester United and Manchester City will battle to sign Neymar from Barcelona, claims the Express. The Brazilian superstar has been urged to leave the Camp Nou by his father and the Premier League is seen as his ideal destination.
Nigeria forward Ahmed Musa will open a sports complex estimated to be worth about N500 million in Kano next month. The facility, which has two five-a-side pitches, a gymnasium, lounge, restaurant and a large multipurpose events hall, will be officially opened to the public on June 15 “People like football in Kano and they pay money to train in different places so I thought it would be good to have a standard place where all these people could have a good place to train, play football and relax too,” Musa said. “They like playing in the night too so this…
Pep Guardiola says scoring more goals is his top priority as he looks ahead to his second season as Manchester City manager. The Spaniard believes his side’s wastefulness in front of goal has been their main weakness during a disappointing campaign. City were regarded as one of the Premier League title favourites last August but go into their final game at Watford on Sunday still needing a point to secure a top-four place. “I have learned you have to score more goals,” said Guardiola. “Especially at home we dropped a lot of points. “We can accept an opponent creating two,…
Jimmy Kimmel will return as the 2018 Oscars host. The Emmy-winning host of Jimmy Kimmel Live! took to his Twitter account to thank The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for choosing him again. “After just one year, we can’t imagine anyone else hosting The Oscars,” said Channing Dungey, the president of ABC Entertainment. “Jimmy’s skillful command of the stage is invaluable on a night when anything can happen – and does,” he adds. “Hosting the Oscars was a highlight of my career and I am grateful to Cheryl, Dawn and the Academy for asking me to return to…
Beyonce is working her baby bump in stylish frocks and having major fun at it! The heavy soon-to-pop mum +is expecting twins with husband Jay Z and unlike the first pregnancy with Ivy Blue, she’s having fun and dressing up with this one. Now far gone into the pregnancy, the pop icon isn’t slowing down on her styles especially embracing body grazing dresses making sure when possible, the bump is the stylish add on. The 35-year-old star has in recent times skipped red carpet events but has made sure to show off her maternity styles when stepping out. From details…
Nigerian Soul R&B act Praiz drops a beautiful medley of his two songs ‘Body hot’ and ‘Mercy’. He performs it over an instrumental of Major Lazer’s ‘Run up’ at Factory 78TV studio in London. The same song recently got an African remix by Nigeria’s Skales, Yung L and Chopstix. Praiz so far this year only has one single out – ‘Folasade’, an emotional Soul stirring song bothering on heartbreak.
Sceneone Productions’ music oriented TV drama “Industreet” recently had an exclusive screening. The premiere which held on Friday, May 19, 2017, at IMAX Cinema, Lekki, was attended by Funke Akindele, Rita Dominic, Kate Henshaw, Gbenro Ajibade, Abdul Rasheed Bello AKA JJC, VJ Adams, Linda Ejiofor among others. Speaking at the event, JJC thanked his wife, Funke Akindele, for bringing the series to life. According to him, he had the idea as far back as 2009, but was encouraged by Funke Akindele to make a series out of it after she watched the pilot in 2013. The series which tells the…
Veteran Nollywood actor Iretiola Doyle recently celebrated her 50th birthday anniversary. As part of the activities lined up to mark her birthday, the producer, writer, and multi-award winning actor visited the Methodist Girls High School Yaba. There she shared her experience as a young girl and advised the students to set aside distractions and lead a noteworthy life.
World-known singer Rihanna has become a fashion icon for many girls and women. This fantastic celebrity never looks boring – she’s always about something new and fresh in her style. To date, queen Riri has 25 tattoos on her body: from tiny signs to big outstanding pictures, and each one has a deep meaning. Some of them are so cute and symbolize Rihanna’s feelings, another show her values of life, part of them are connected with special events in the singer’s life. Foot Tattoo The ankle of Rihanna’s right foot is decorated with two tattoos – a musical note and…
No fewer than 114 recruit constables of the Nigeria Police Force, on Friday passed out from the Police College in Oji River, Enugu State. DSP Ebere Amarizu, the spokesperson of Enugu State Police Command, made the disclosure in a statement issued to newsmen on Friday in Enugu. He said the officers included mechanics and painters. Others are, marine deck officers, mounted troopers, welders, tailors, dog handlers, nurses and iron benders. The statement described the event as memorable despite the fact that some officers fell along the way and could not make it to the last day. It said the Inspector-General…
Femi Adesina, the presidential spokesman, is tired of false publications about the death of President Muhammadu Buhari. In light of these false news, he has written an article. In it, he lashes out against people that wish for Buhari’s death, The Nation reports. He also prays for the president, who is currently in London for follow up treatment. The article is titled “They Learnt Nothing and Forgot Nothing.” Read the full article below. “They showed their pernicious hands again last Sunday, and have been on the prowl since then, roaring like a lion, seeking who to devour. Purveyors of death…
Rep. Abiodun Olasupo (APC- Iseyin/Iwajowa/Kajola/Itesiwaju Federal Constituency) says the bill on whistle blowing is at an advanced stage of being passed by the National Assembly. Olasupo also said the National Assembly was working hard to ensure that all enabling laws protect the identity of whistle blowers and strengthen the principle. The federal lawmaker spoke in Iseyin during a routine tour of his constituency to inaugurate projects and brief constituents. “You should not be surprised that all the measures used in the anti-corruption crusade today were developed by President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration. “The Jonathan administration developed the policies of whistle blowing,…