Midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum believes Liverpool’s firepower — especially at home — means even Manchester City should fear coming to Anfield. Tuesday’s 4-1 victory over Stoke was the fourth time in eight matches they have scored four or more in the Premier League in front of their own fans. The goals have been shared around the squad with Sadio Mane leading on eight, Divock Origi, Adam Lallana and Roberto Firmino all with seven apiece, Philippe Coutinho six and James Milner and Daniel Sturridge with five each. When Sturridge scored the fourth against Stoke, his first in the Premier League this season,…
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Dele Alli’s double spared Harry Kane’s blushes as the midfielder helped Tottenham to an emphatic 4-1 win against 10-man Southampton. Kane scored one but missed a penalty at St Mary’s as two goals from Alli and another from substitute Son Heung-min sealed an impressive victory for Spurs. Virgil van Dijk had earlier put Saints ahead within 73 seconds but Tottenham came back to lead after two headers from Kane and Alli. Nathan Redmond was then sent off just before the hour by referee Mike Dean for denying Alli a goalscoring opportunity only for Kane to blaze the spot-kick over the…
Harry Kane says the ground caused his skied penalty miss in Tottenham’s 4-1 defeat of Southampton on Wednesday. Nathan Redmond was issued a red card for bringing down Dele Alli in the Southampton box on 58 minutes, leaving Kane, who had scored Tottenham’s second moments earlier, a chance to collect a brace on the night. However the England international striker fired his shot well over the crossbar after an unstable patch of the pitch elevated the ball as he planted his left foot to shoot. “The ground just gave way under me,” Kane told Sky Sports. “I saw it before…
Many will agree that the Nollywood of today is nothing like what we used to know, and for that, we can only be grateful. At the same time, it’s also common knowledge that Nollywood has a long way to go in the area of improvements. What’s more, the top players in the game believe as much including the likes of movie producer, Mahmood Ali Balogun. The veteran producer who was a guest on Channels’ Sunrise said that although Nollywood has come a long way, it’s distribution channels remains it’s biggest issues. Balogun went on to analyse other ways the industry…
Nigeria will spend N432 million to buy cars for the nation’s former presidents and vice presidents in 2017. The sum, which is contained in the 2017 budget, was allocated by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF). The sum of N280.099 million was budgeted for the purchase of vehicles for the seven former Presidents and Heads of State while N120.090 million was set aside to buy cars for the four former Vice Presidents and Chiefs of General Staff. The former Presidents and former Heads of State are General Yakubu Gowon, Alhaji Shehu Shagari, General Ibrahim…
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has urged Reds boss Jurgen Klopp to go out and sign goalkeeper Joe Hart in the January transfer window. Simon Mignolet replaced Loris Karius as Liverpool’s No. 1 earlier this month following a number of high-profile errors that led to the team dropping crucial points in their bid for the Premier League title. However, Carragher is not convinced by either keeper and says Liverpool should think about making an approach for Hart, currently on loan at Torino after falling out of favour at Manchester City. “Liverpool have a goalkeeping problem,” Carragher told Sky Sports. “It’s…
Mr Abayomi Adesanya, the Publicity Secretary of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, on Tuesday threatened to take legal action against the State Commissioner of Information, Mr Kayode Akinmade, for defaming his character. Adesanya, who addressed journalists in Akure, said he would take the legal action against Akinmade for describing him as someone who needed “psychiatric attention”. Adesanya said Akinmade, had in some national dailies on Dec. 16, described him as someone who needed “psychiatric attention’’ while reacting to a statement entitled “Mimiko Secretly Recruiting 10,000 Workers, Selling Government Properties To Cronies – APC Alleges.’’ He described Akinmade’s attack…
Imo state governor Rochas Okorocha said for the present generation of youths to have a shot at leadership roles in the country “they need to be well-groomed by the present leaders.” Okorocha identified ethnicity and bigotry as serious issues in the country’s political landscape. He said this as part of his Christmas goodwill message released by his Chief Press Secretary Sam Onwuemeodor, where he noted that as a result of the deep-rooted ethnicity and religious bigotry in the country, the present leaders cannot afford to hand over power to the youths, according to The Sun. “What Nigerians, the leaders in…
If you haven’t been paying attention, you should know that television has got two new best friends – Jenifa and Adaku played by Funke Akindele and Lolo1 whose real name is Omotunde Adebowale David. The last couple of years has seen us all fall deeply in love with Akindele for her comical role on TV comedy series “Jenifa’s Diary” and now even though we’ve always known Lolo1 from radio, her presence on the series sees her becoming one of the most beloved characters. July 2015 saw Lolo1 join “Jenifa’s Diary” with a recurring role as ‘ Adaku’ in the series.…
A collaboration between EbonyLife Films, FilmOne Distribution, Koga Studios and Inkblot Productions, “The Wedding Party” has grossed over 120 million naira in 12 days. The comedy movie which holds a record as the biggest opening week in history of Nollywood, grossed 21.5 million naira on Christmas Day. The movie which made its debut on December 16, 2016, has now grossed over 120 million naira. Before its latest record, the movie had set a box office record as the biggest opening weekend in Nollywood after grossing 36 million naira in three days. The romantic comedy stars Adesua Etomi as Dunni Coker,…
Rahama Sadau, who was recently expelled from Kannywood, has come out to respond to reports regarding her religion. According to the actress, an audio recording has been making rounds especially on Whatsapp, on a supposed proposal that tempted her to change her religion in exchange for millions of Dollars and a role in a Hollywood movie. In a statement released exclusively to Pulse, the actress addressed the issue stating her disappointment at the originator of the recording, and urged that its circulation be stopped. “Shortly after my sudden expulsion from acting in films in Kannywood, vide a letter published inOctober…
Jose Mourinho has promised to travel back to Manchester on a supporters’ coach when — not if — United have won a trophy. The team will go by coach or train; the manager will sit with the fans whose support he’s valued in these past few difficult months. Mourinho knows that his side are unlikely to win the Premier League title this season — it’s an opinion he has held since the start of the season — but United continue to improve and recorded a fourth straight league win against Sunderland on Boxing Day. United remain sixth but they continue…
Anthony Martial’s agent has said he and his client are carefully considering interest from Sevilla as the Manchester United youngster plans his future. Martial, 21, came off the bench for only the last 16 minutes of United’s 3-1 win over Sunderland on Boxing Day, and has started just one of his club’s last four competitive outings. The France international has struggled to make an impact under Jose Mourinho this term, scoring just once and providing three assists in 11 Premier League appearances, and the United boss this week urged Martial to work harder to earn a regular stating place. However,…
Cristiano Ronaldo says he has supplied proof to his doubters by winning “everything” in 2016. Ronaldo won the Champions League with Real Madrid in May and Euro 2016 with Portugal in the summer and earlier this month claimed the Ballon d’Or as well as the Club World Cup. The 31-year-old capped his year with another honour at the Globe Soccer Awards on Tuesday and said he was content with his accomplishments. “Collectively and individually, it was probably my best year so far,” he said in a recorded message after being named player of the year. “We won the Champions League…
Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia has granted state pardon to 20 prisoners convicted for offences ranging from stealing, armed robbery, conspiracy, intent to commit felony, advanced fee fraud and assault. The state’s Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Chief Umeh Kalu made this known in a statement in Umuahia on Tuesday. Kalu said that the prisoners held in Aba, Arochukwu, Port Harcourt and Enugu prisons were granted pardon on the advice and recommendation of the Abia State Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy. He said that three among the 20 prisoners were on death row and had their sentences commuted to…
Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha, on Tuesday pledged to transform Owerri, Orlu and Okigwe into mega commercial cities before the end of his tenure in May 2019. Okorocha made the disclosure in Orlu during the one year anniversary of the opening of Okporo Orlu Electrical/Electronics Market. Represented by the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Chidi Ibe, the governor said the market was opened to carter for Igbo traders displaced by the crisis in the North East. He expressed satisfaction that one year after, the level of economic activities had justified the establishment of the market. The governor urged the traders…
Presidential spokesman, Garba Shehu has revealed that the members of a syndicate who fraudulently put 500 ghost workers on the Federal Government’s payroll have been handed over to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Shehu, on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, in a statement presented to journalists, said the suspects are already facing trial. He said “The flagship programme of the Muhammadu Buhari administration to rid the system of fraud and instill good governance is on course. “Through a notable initiative, the Efficiency Unit of the Federal Ministry of Finance, the government has embarked on the continuous auditing of the…
The national youth leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ismaeel Ahmed, has called on presidential spokesman, Femi Adesina to resign. This is coming after Adesina explained to Nigerians why President Buhari is not saying anything about the killings in Southern Kaduna. The presidential spokesman told Channels Television that the President is quiet because the Kaduna state Governor, Nasir El-Rufai is handling the matter effectively. According to Daily Post, Ahmed said “Mr. @FemAdesina cannot destroy what we have spent a decade and half building with obnoxious statements. if u don’t want d job resign pls.” Adesina also told Channels TV…
The convener of the Coalition of Democrats for Electoral Reform, Ayo Opadokun has alleged that President Buhari is no longer in charge of the country. He said this following the controversy surrounding the rejection of the Economic and Financial Crimes (EFCC) boss, Ibrahim Magu by the Senate. Opadokun also called on Buhari to be on his toes, adding that people voted for him because of his anti-corruption stance. He said “It (the non-confirmation of Magu by the Senate) is an unfortunate development, very unfortunate dimension to our national crisis. Our national crisis of identity is being further damaged by the…
The Kwara State Governor, Dr Abdulfatah Ahmed has flagged off a N41M empowerment scheme for women in the state. The Governor who made a symbolic presentation of cheques to beneficiaries at the Banquet hall, Ilorin, said his administration has prioritized the informal sector as a major driver of economic activities and as the area in which majority of the people are making a living, according to a statement from the State government made available to Pus. He said the remaining balance of N21M will be released to qualified women in the coming month noting that empowerment is part of his…