Manager Pep Guardiola is pleased with how well his Manchester City side have coped with their demanding schedule this season as they have managed to stay close to the Premier League summit despite their European commitments. City have not only progressed to the knockout stages of the Champions League but are also well-placed to launch an assault of the league title, sitting third in the table on 30 points, one behind leaders Chelsea after 13 games. “To be honest (the title race) is Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal, Tottenham (Hotspur) and Manchester United. The league this year is unpredictable and it’s going…
Author: David Folami
Chelsea forward Eden Hazard expects Manchester City and Liverpool to be the London side’s main rivals in the Premier League title race after the top three sides all enjoyed victories on the weekend. Chelsea retained their place at the summit after they claimed a seventh successive league victory with a 2-1 home triumph over Tottenham Hotspur and will hope to continue the hot streak when they travel to third-placed City on Saturday. “Man City and Liverpool. They are both good. If we want to be there at the end, then we have to finish above them,” Hazard told British media…
A ground-breaking 3-day programme of international Nigerian Cinema took place from November 18 to November 20, 2016, at the BFI Southbank as part of BFI Black Star. The Beyond Nollywood weekender showcased a new crop of Nigerian filmmakers who are revolutionising the industry beyond Nollywood with arthouse, documentary, animation and experimental films. For the first time, one of Nigeria’s actresses, Nse Ikpe-Etim, was in discussion about her career and the Nollywood star system. Delving straight into her career Ms. Ikpe-Etim stated that she never wanted to be an actress, but it was something she thought she might want to do…
Billionaire, Jimoh Ibrahim has congratulated APC candidate, Rotimi Akeredolu for emerging the winner at the Ondo governorship election. In a series of tweets, Ibrahim congratulated Akeredolu while urging him to distance himself from the incumbent governor, Olusegun Mimiko. He wrote: “Congratulations. I will advise you to quickly maintain distance from Mimiko if you want to succeed.” Ibrahim also used the opportunity to take a swipe at the PDP candidate, Eyitayo Jegede as well as Femi Fani-Kayode. He tweeted: “I had no doubt that Jegede would lose as Femi Fani-Kayode was supporting him. If you want to win any election, pay…
Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello has congratulated the newly elected governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu. In a message to Akeredolu, Gov Bello sad he has no doubt that Ondo will be great again under the leadership of Akeredolu. The message read: “Your Excellency and my dear brother, Barrister Rotimi Akeredolu, SAN, today has marked an unmistakable watershed in your life and in the lives of millions of Ondo people from Idanre to Okutipupa; Owo to Ondo; Ilaje to Akoko; and the Capital City, Akure. They (Indigenes and non-indigenes alike) have given you a mandate to change their lives, their…
The All Progressives Congress in Ondo State has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the just-concluded governorship election in the state which returned Rotimi Akeredolu (SAN) as the winner. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the APC candidate polled 244,662 votes to defeat his close rivals, Eyitayo Jegede (SAN) of Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP) and Olusola Oke of Alliance for Democracy (AD) who scored 150,381 and 126,889 votes respectively. Omo’ba Abayomi Adesanya, the APC Publicity Secretary in Ondo State, said in a statement made available on Sunday in Akure that there was prompt arrival and…
The newly elected governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, has shown gratitude towards President Muhammadu Buhari and John Odigie-Oyegun, the APC national chairman, for their support. Speaking after he was declared the winner of the election conducted on Saturday, November 26, 2016, Akeredolu thanked the leaders of the party for their faithfulness and dedication towards his ambition. Akeredolu also said his victory was not only for him and supporters of his party, APC, but for all the residents of Ondo State. The Governor-elect also thanked all governors and officials of the APC who are loyal to the party and supported…
President Muhammadu Buhari, has condoled the government and people of Cuba over the death of Fidel Castro, the country’s longest serving President, who died aged 90. In a condolence message signed by Mr Femi Adesina, the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Buhari offered his deepest condolences to the Cuban President, Raul Castro and the people of Cuba over the death announced early today. Raul is the younger brother and successor of the deceased. In the condolence message made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Abuja, Buhari noted that “the legendary leader passionately served…
The new Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Sola Enikanolaiye, on Saturday announced a new blueprint that would make the Ministry conform with international standards. Enikanolaiye disclosed this while interacting with the Student Officers of the 22nd Regular Course of the Nigerian Foreign Service Academy in Ijanikin, Lagos. The Permanent Secretary, who was on his first official visits to the Ministry in Lagos, said that the blueprint would reposition the Ministry within the next two years. “We are now set to make the Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs to conform to international standards. “I have come up…
The death of popular lawyer and human right activist, Fred Agbaje has been received with shock in the presidency. According to a report by Punch Newspaper, President Muhammadu Buhari, on Saturday, commiserated with the late lawyer’s family, friends and colleagues. In a statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, the President said he received the news of Agbaje’s death with shock. He said, “He was an ardent advocate against corruption and canvasser for internal democracy in political parties, who also believed strongly in the sanctity of the ballot box.” Agbaje was reported dead on Saturday,…
Billionaire businessman, Jimoh Ibrahim has called on winner of the Ondo governorship election, Rotimi Akeredolu to probe the administration of Governor Olusegun Mimiko. In a congratulatory message to Akeredolu on his success at the polls, Ibrahim urged the ex-NBA chief to audit all public accounts and recovering stolen funds which would be used in developing the state. “Ondo State account requires clear audit and this urgent for the immediate recovery of our money to assist in major programme infrastructural development,” he said. Furthermore, Ibrahim said: “I saw poverty in those villages I visited during campaign, please kindly assist the traditional…
The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) in Akwa Ibom on Sunday said it apprehended 442 motorists in the state for overloading between January and October. The Sector Commander, Mrs Cecilia Alao, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Uyo. Alao said that the command had zero tolerance to overloading and would not compromise those that indulged in it. She said the FRSC Establishment Act 2007 Section 10 (4) forbade people from loading their vehicles with goods or passengers above the prescribed limit. The sector commander said that the fine for violation of the law…
Sen. Shehu Sani (APC Kaduna Central) on Sunday, said individuals found to have diverted government money meant for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) must be sanctioned. The Chairman, Senate ad hoc Committee on Humanitarian Crisis in the North East, stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) shortly after a visit to Dalori IDPs camp in Maiduguri. He said “our visit to Maiduguri is to investigate an alleged large-scale misappropriation of funds meant for the welfare of victims of insurgency in the North East. “And from what we have seen here, all aspects of life need improvement,…
Comedian Seyi Law took to Instagram to pray for estranged couple Tiwa Savage and Tee Billz to mark the third anniversary of their traditional wedding. In his words, ‘The hearts that hurt, can also heal. The pains of today might be the greatest joy of tomorrow.’ Other than Seyi Law’s post, other celebs were quiet about the anniversary. Tiwa and Tee Billz’s traditional wedding held at the Ark Vicinity, Lekki, Lagos on Saturday, November 23, 2013. While a reunion remains to be seen, Tee Billz posted a photo of himself and his son on Instagram three weeks ago. Like Seyi…
The Guest, which features Rita Dominic and Femi Jacob, has been scheduled for release on February 3, 2017. Somkele Idahlamah and Being Mrs Elliott actress Chika Chukwu also feature in the movie which began production in 2014. The film, shot in parts of Lagos, Nigeria, was directed and produced by Christian Olayinka and Foluke Olaniyi. Now, the wait is almost over.
Nollywood actor, Ramsey Nouah thinks most persons in the industry presently are only seeking for financial and material benefit. ‘I have been there during the good times and bad times,’ he told HipTV The Figurine actor also explained that there’s need for some certain growth and it can be done by passion driven people who are willing to work. ‘A lot of people want to come in because of what they expect to get, financial and material benefit. And because the industry does not have a structure to provide the material benefit, it is now left for you to give…
Seun Egbegbe, a filmmaker and marketer was arrested on Tuesday morning for attempting to steal nine iPhones at popular Lagos market, Computer Village. Then yesterday, November 24, he was granted bail after being brought before A. J. Atunwa at Roselyne Omotosho Court House in GRA, Ikeja, where he pleaded not guilty to the charges. The judge approved the suspect’s bail with two guarantees that have a minimum of N2m in their bank accounts, and property in Ikeja, Lagos, with the case getting adjourned till February 2017. A Lagos-based lawyer, Adigun Bankole, whom we contacted, justified the possible penalties to Thenetng.…
Lagos police has arrested two suspects linked to Basketmouth’s September incident. On November 16, one Chiemezie Joseph was arrested while carrying out a robbery at Ilasamaja area of Lagos State. His arrest led to the capture of another mob member, Chibuzor Ugwu, who, further investigation revealed, is the leader of the clique that attacked the comedian. Items recovered from the suspects include one beretta pistol, two locally made pistols, two AK 47 rifles loaded with ammunition, 12 live cartridges, two iron cutters, master keys and a Mercedes Benz 4matic jeep. A statement by the state police public relations officer, Dolapo…
The 2016 nominees list for the Best of Nollywood awards has been released, with a number of prominent actors making the list. Wale Ojo and Alexx Ekubo are among the nominees for Best Actor in a Leading Role (English) while Omoni Oboli and Iretiola Doyle are among the nominated acts for Best Actress in a Leading Role (English). Toyin Aimakhu is up for the Best Actress in a Leading Role (Yoruba) alongside Mercy Aigbe, Wunmi Toriola and more, while Yomi Fabiyi is nominated in the male category alongside Niyi Johnson, Lateef Adedimeji and more. The award ceremony is scheduled to…
There really is no party like a Lagos party. Now, it seems premium vodka, Skyy is about to further elevate that credential with a clever, ambitious and lavish all night gig holding tonight, November 25 at an exclusive location in Lekki. As the year-end holiday season draws near and Lagosians begin to seek opportunities to relax and mix, premium Skyy Vodka is giving 400 people an avenue to drink and dance, using a combination of young hit-makers and globally celebrated DJs. Don Jazzy protégé and Headies Next Rated winner Reekado Banks, pop sensation Lil Kesh will entertain guests, drawing from…