With an expert swish of his left foot, Gareth Bale demonstrated against Northern Ireland that even when he does not shine, he can decide matches for Wales at Euro 2016. The Real Madrid star, the tournament’s joint-top scorer with three goals, was shackled for much of Saturday’s last 16 game in Paris, mustering a single shot on target with a second-half free-kick. But with 15 minutes remaining, his wicked, low cross from the left forced Northern Irish defender Gareth McAuley to prod the ball into his own net, sending Wales into a quarterfinal against Belgium or Hungary. “One quality delivery…
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Germany coach Joachim Loew has called on his side to finally start taking their chances as they enter the Euro 2016 knockout phase against Slovakia in Lille on Sunday. The world champions eased through to the last 16 as winners of Group C by beating Ukraine and Northern Ireland and drawing with Poland. But while they kept three clean sheets in those games, they found the net just three times. Against Northern Ireland in Paris, they won 1-0 despite having 26 attempts on goal. “I was not satisfied against Northern Ireland, that is very clear, and neither were the players.…
Nigeria’s major opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said that the wife of the President, Aisha Buhari may assassinate Governor Ayo Fayose of Ekiti state. Governor Fayose in a statement signed by his chief press secretary, Idowu Adelusi alleged that Mrs Buhari was indicted in the Halliburton scandal. Reacting to Fayose’s claim, the presidency and former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Lamorde dismissed reports that the President’s wife participated in the bribery scandal involving the United States Congressman, Williams Jefferson. The argument took a dramatic turn when Mrs Buhari took to Twitter describing…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said that former Chairman, Ali Modu Sheriff is its enemy. The party made the comment via a statement released by Prince Dayo Adeyeye, a member of the PDP National Caretaker Committee, on Thursday, June 23, 2016. The statement reads: It is now very clear that Senator Ali Modu Sheriff is working very hard for the enemies of our great Party. First, the Edo Primary Election and all the processes leading to it thereof were properly conducted, monitored and observed by INEC. Edo PDP Chairman has warned Sheriff to stay clear of their affairs as…
The chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) caretaker committee, Ahmed Makarfi has accused the embattled party chairman, Ali Modu Sheriff of creating Boko Haram. Makarfi said Sheriff is known everywhere as a violent person, that is why the police withdrew his orderlies. This is coming after Sheriff accused the caretaker committee chairman of hiring Fulani herdsmen to stop him from entering the PDP secretariat. Makarfi said “Sheriff is the one known to have created Boko Haram, therefore, he is continuing in similar direction. “I’m never known to be associated with violence. He made same malicious allegation before the former…
Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman, Ali Modu Sheriff, has criticized Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose for his ‘shameful conduct’. Sheriff made the comment on Thursday, June 23, 2016, during a media briefing in Abuja, The Nation reports. “I am ashamed at the way and manner Fayose is conducting himself in the country. I was once a governor so I know that the position of governor is a very serious one that demands responsible behaviour,” Sheriff said. “I never told anybody I wanted to run for president and I did not promise anybody the vice presidential ticket. I have decided…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), says it will mark the maiden edition of the `INEC Day’ at National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), orientation camps across the country, on Monday, June 27. INEC’s daily bulletin issued on Friday in Abuja stated that the decision was in furtherance of the commission’s “Voter Education drive.’’ It stated that INEC would use the occasion to engage NYSC members, 2016 Batch A stream II, on various topics such as Voter Education/INEC Ambassador; and role of youth corps members. “Corps members will also be engaged on corps welfare at elections; role of security in elections;…
The Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, on Thursday said that Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and the Port Service Support Portal (PSSP) would advance government’s efforts in ensuring that Nigeria attained the hub port status in West and Central Africa. Osinbajo said this in Abuja at the launch of the SOPs and the PSSP. He said that SOP’s and PSSP would not only streamline processes of port operations, adding that they would also serve as important instruments in driving economic growth and development of Nigeria. “The ports must play the role of making it easier to trade across borders as well…
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday appealed to Nigerian elites to be more patriotic and partner with his administration in making life more meaningful to ordinary Nigerians. The president made the appeal at the breaking of fast dinner with retired and serving Justices of the Supreme Court at the Aso Rock, Villa, Abuja. Buhari criticised the selfish attitudes of some individuals whom, he said were bent on strangulating the nation’s economy through illegal and sharp practices. According to him, God has been good to Nigeria in terms of material and human resources, “but the elites have failed woefully in translating this…
Pastor William Kumuyi, the General Superintendent, Deeper Life Bible Church, has urged Nigerians not to lose hope in view of the current challenges the country is experiencing. Kumuyi, who gave the advice while speaking with journalists in Abuja on Friday, stated that because God answers prayers, the country will experience national renewal, restoration and revival’. “I do not think we should lose hope; there is God in heaven, who answers prayers. “There is Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour, who wants the best for every one of us. “And there are some of us who are praying and we believe…
Several groups in Ekiti state held a protest today, Friday, June 24, 2016, calling for the resignation of the Governor, Ayo Fayose. The protests were led by Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) in conjunction with other civil society organisations. The CNPP called on Fayose to explain his involvement in the arms purchase scandal. The group also asked the management of Zenith bank to explain the role they played in the funding of the Ekiti Governor’s election. Also, the Executive Director of Be the Change Organisation (BCO), Omotunde Fajuyi, said Fayose’s conduct since he became Governor has only brought shame…
President Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to the resignation of British Prime Minister, David Cameron which will come to effect from October, 2016. In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, on Friday, June 24, 2016, President Buhari said the Prime Minister’s decision was a demonstration of courage. The president noted that Nigeria has enjoyed remarkable goodwill, support and understanding under the leadership of the outgoing Prime Minister over the years. He said Cameron’s resignation in response to the outcome of a referendum that supported Britain to leave the European Union “Was a demonstration…
Jesse Jagz drops a sensual love song in ‘Your lovin’. This follows his ‘Reputation’ joint on a Mobb Deep ‘Sick ones’ instrumental and an ‘Omo Alhaji’ cover. The rapper recently unveiled his label Jagz Nation imprint which was hosted by Chocolate City Music.
Ahead of his debut season at Manchester United, Jose Mourinho is currently letting his hair down at a choice location of his. Mourinho last month signed a contract until June 2019 with the record 20-times English champions. In a series of snaps on his Instagram, the former Chelsea coach is seen relaxing. His rebuilding job at Manchester United began when Ivory Coast central defender Eric Bailly became his first signing, joining from Spanish side Villarreal. The 22-year-old signed a four-year contract with an option for two more years, a club statement said. The capture of Bailly marks the first of…
Angel Di Maria looks set to miss out on the Copa America Centenario final against Chile after the Argentina star suffered a recurrence of his adductor injury. Di Maria went off injured in Argentina’s 5-0 win over Panama in their second group-stage match, consequently missing their next three fixtures – wins against Bolivia, Venezuela and hosts the United States on their way to back-to-back finals. The Paris Saint-Germain attacker had been on course to face defending champions Chile in a rematch of the 2015 final on Sunday, but suffered an “evolution” of his initial injury. Di Maria began training on…
The bickering continues… Taylor Swift has responded to Kim Kardashian‘s allegations on her cover of GQ magazine that the singer was aware of Kanye West‘s infamous line ‘I feel like me and Taylor might still have s*x/Why? I made that b*tch famous’ before the song was released. Swift in a newly released statement, claims ‘much of what Kim is saying is incorrect‘ as she only spoke once with the rapper and never approved of derogatory remarks on the song. ‘Taylor does not hold anything against Kim Kardashian as she recognises the pressure Kim must be under and that she is…
Summer is upon us and the list of Nigerian musicians going on tour is rapidly increasing. Already tour dates fro Kiss Daniel, Femi Kuti and others have been announced, now one of Africa’s biggest performers Flavour, fondly called Flavour of Africa is ready to embark on his tour of the United States and Canada this summer. Flavour and his band will thrill fans in New York on July 22, Miami July 23, Baltimore July 29, Boston July 30, Los Angeles July 31, Montreal August 5, Chicago August 6 and finally in Minnesota on August 7, 2016.
It was a freakish recall for British singer, Rita Ora as she recounted her scary experience with a home invader in November 2015. Testifying behind a curtain during the court hearing against 26-year-old Charaf Elmoudden, Ora’s emotions got the best of her as the phone call she made to 999 (London’s emergency telephone number) on the night of the incident was played out loud. According to E!online, Ora broke down in court upon hearing the recorded call as she testified, saying: ‘That phone call freaked me out a bit,’ as she pleaded to be allowed compose herself, ‘Give me a…
On Friday June 24, 2016, history will we made at the famous Grammy Museum in downtown Los Angeles. The works of Nigerian music legend, 2face Idibia will be unveiled at the Grammy Museum’s new exhibit dubbed ‘Sounds of Africa’. The event will focus on displaying and celebrating legacies in the African music industry and it’ll feature other African acts like Angelique Kidjo, Salif Keith, Mafikizolo among others. These artistes who are also winners of Grammy awards and BET awards respectively, are being celebrated for their creative process as well as the art/ technology of their recording process. The exhibition will…
All year long, Nigerian rapper, Lynxxx has been sharing inspirational and motivational messages on social media. Then on May 27, 2016 he dropped a new single titled ‘Serve You’. Well, maybe smoking Shisha ain’t bad after all as the rapper was spotted smoking at Sao Cafe on Wednesday June 22, 2016 as Dj Obi kicked off his attempt to break a world record.