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Guardiola: Winning Four Titles in EPL Is a Challenge Unlike Any Other Managers

14May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

Guardiola: Winning Four Titles in EPL Is a Challenge Unlike Any Other Managers

Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, emphasized the difficulty of winning four consecutive Premier League titles. He mentioned renowned coaches like Sir Alex Ferguson of Manchester United, Arsene Wenger of Arsenal, and Jose Mourinho of Chelsea, who all fell short of achieving this remarkable feat. With just two league fixtures remaining, City is on the brink of breaking this longstanding jinx. If they can secure victories against Tottenham Hotspur on Tuesday and West Ham on Saturday, they will successfully defend their title. This would mark a historic moment in English football, as no team has ever accomplished this before. Guardiola shared, “At the start of the season, the thought of winning four Premier League titles wasn't on our minds. “However, as we find ourselv...

Primate Ayodele Warns Tinubu: Act on Hunger and Economic Issues or Face Bigger Protests

14May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Primate Ayodele Warns Tinubu: Act on Hunger and Economic Issues or Face Bigger Protests

President Bola Tinubu has been cautioned by the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, to address the prevalent issues of hunger and electricity in the country in order to prevent a looming massive protest that could impact every sector. Ayodele stated that failure to resolve the economic challenges could lead to widespread protests taking place between August and September 2024. In a statement released by his Media Aide, Oluwatosin Osho, Ayodele emphasized that the potential protest would surpass the scale of the well-known EndSARS movement, as it would involve the active participation of all Nigerians expressing their dissatisfaction with the current government. He urged President Tinubu, saying, "Don't let another significant protest emerge; ensure that...

CBN Governors Could Be Barred from Political Activities by National Assembly

14May

By Adebayo SheriffNo Comments

Press

CBN Governors Could Be Barred from Political Activities by National Assembly

Proposed changes to the Central Bank of Nigeria Act 2007 may prevent top officials within the apex bank from participating in partisan politics. The amendment aims to stop the chairman, governor, and deputy governors of the CBN from involving themselves in political activities or joining any political party for a period of three years after their service. Former Abia Central Senatorial District representative, Darlington Nwokocha, initiated the amendment before being removed from office by an Appeal Court in Lagos in 2023. Past CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele, saw himself being dragged into the political scene prior to the 2023 presidential election, as a group acquired the intention and nomination forms of the All Progressives Congress on his behalf. This caused tension in the politica...

14May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

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Rivers United from the Nigeria Premier Football League are determined to make a strong comeback after their recent defeat against Sunshine Stars. The team, known as the Pride of Rivers, experienced a narrow 1-0 loss to the Owena Waves in Akure over the weekend. Having not won a game in their last four league matches, their chances of securing a spot in continental competitions are diminishing due to their poor recent performance. Rivers United is currently situated in the 11th position on the NPFL table with a total of 41 points, falling 12 points short of a continental qualification slot. Expressing optimism, the club mentioned on their social media platform, "We are determined to come back stronger." Up next, Rivers United will face Abia Warriors in their upcoming match in Umuahia o...

EPL: Arsenal’s Top Finisher Revealed by Ian Wright

14May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

EPL: Arsenal’s Top Finisher Revealed by Ian Wright

The title of best finisher at Arsenal, according to club legend Ian Wright, belongs to Leandro Trossard. It was Trossard who secured a pivotal 1-0 victory for the Gunners against Manchester United last Sunday. This triumph ensures that Mikel Arteta's squad remains in the title contention heading into the final matchday. Since his arrival from Brighton in January 2023, Trossard has made an impressive impact, netting 12 goals and setting up seven more for his teammates this season. Wright expressed his admiration for Trossard's prowess, saying, “I believe that Trossard is the most clinical finisher we have at Arsenal, a fact supported by his goal tally. He added, “This is why he is favored over Gabriel Martinelli,” in an interview with Premier League Productions.

NNL Chief, Dr. Abdulrahman, Takes on Role as New NAPHER-SD Vice Chairman

14May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

NNL Chief, Dr. Abdulrahman, Takes on Role as New NAPHER-SD Vice Chairman

Assuming a new role in leadership, Dr. Ayo Abdulrahaman, the Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria National League, has been appointed as the 1st Vice Chairman of the Abuja Chapter of the National Association of Physical, Health, Education, Recreation, and Dance (NAPHER-SD). In a convincing victory, Dr. Abdulrahman secured his position and will be part of the executive team steering the organization for the upcoming four years. Dr. Ali Durotoye has also been elected as the new chairman of this sports-focused association. Dr. Abdulrahman holds a specialization in Sports Management, having achieved a PHD at the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) in Zaria, Nigeria. Prior to this, he completed his BSC in Education at the University of Benin (UNIBEN) in Nigeria. Presently, Dr. Abdu...

Swearing in of new Head of Service and Retention of former Reform Adviser by Katsina Governor

14May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Swearing in of new Head of Service and Retention of former Reform Adviser by Katsina Governor

The state’s new Head of Service in Katsina, Alhaji Falalu Bawale, was sworn in by Governor Dikko Umaru Radda. Additionally, the immediate past Head of Service, Usman Isiyaku, was sworn in as the Special Adviser on Public Service Reforms and a member of the State Executive Council by the Katsina Governor. During the swearing-in ceremony at the Katsina Government House Chamber, Governor Radda emphasized that both appointments were based on merit as he administered the oath of office and oath of allegiance to the appointees. He urged all permanent secretaries to collaborate with the new head of service to ensure the progress of the state. Governor Radda highlighted the challenge of time faced by the current administration due to the extensive agenda of the state government. Regarding the...

Ayra Starr Expresses Surprise at Meeting Rihanna

14May

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

Entertainment

Ayra Starr Expresses Surprise at Meeting Rihanna

Reflecting on her encounter with Barbadian superstar Rihanna, Nigerian singer Ayra Starr shared her excitement. The artist behind ‘Rush’ expressed her astonishment at learning that the Grammy-winning billionaire singer was familiar with her. During a recent interview with BuzzFeed, Ayra Starr recounted her experience, saying, “My most memorable celebrity moment involved Rihanna. I had the pleasure of meeting Rihanna about fourteen days ago. “I attended the Authentic Woman event in London. It was truly phenomenal; meeting Rihanna was beyond incredible. Can you imagine that? And the fact that she is a fan of mine, she recognized me. That was truly extraordinary.” Recall that during their encounter at the Authentic Woman event in the UK, Rihanna expressed interest in a collaboration with ...

‘Peruzzi warns fellow musicians: Nigerians now have zero tolerance for subpar music’

14May

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

Entertainment

‘Peruzzi warns fellow musicians: Nigerians now have zero tolerance for subpar music’

Singer, Tobechukwu Victor Okoh, popularly known as Peruzzi, has observed that Nigerians have become more discerning when it comes to the music they consume. He emphasized that the era of accepting average songs is long gone in Nigeria. Peruzzi advised his peers in the music industry to elevate their skills and creativity, or risk fading into obscurity. He anticipated a shift towards a new phase of high-quality music in the Nigerian music scene. Expressing his thoughts on his X handle, he stated: “Nigerians have become enlightened. If your music is lacking, you will be overlooked. “Even a short preview can be enough to warrant feedback from the audience. It's undoubtedly time for authentic, enjoyable music. “Put in the effort or take a backseat in this era.” In a separate instance, sin...

‘Apologies from John Fury’ – Tyson Fury’s father Sorry for Incident with Oleksandr Usyk Team Member

14May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

‘Apologies from John Fury’ – Tyson Fury’s father Sorry for Incident with Oleksandr Usyk Team Member

An apology has been issued by John Fury, the father of Tyson Fury, after an altercation with a member of Oleksandr Usyk's team just days before the heavyweight title bout. The incident, which took place in Saudi Arabia and left John with a bloody forehead, was captured on camera. Video footage of the event, shared by iFL TV and Usyk's nutritionist Mykola Tkachenko, showed John headbutting Stanislav Stepchuk, a member of Usyk's camp. Set to face off on May 18 in Riyadh, Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will compete to determine the first undisputed heavyweight champion in over two decades, barring a draw result. Both fighters are undefeated, with Fury holding the WBC title and Usyk as the unified champion. A former boxer and bare-knuckle fighter, John Fury is part of the coaching teams for ...