Ofomata Edidiong, Author at NewsNow Nigeria

Mauricio Pochettino: Chelsea’s vibrant victory mirrors team’s rejuvenated mentality

5May

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Mauricio Pochettino: Chelsea’s vibrant victory mirrors team’s rejuvenated mentality

Chelsea displayed a resurgence with an impressive 5-0 win against West Ham on Sunday. The match saw goals coming from Cole Palmer, Conor Gallagher, and Noni Madueke in the first half, followed by a brace from Nicolas Jackson in the latter stages. Despite facing challenges throughout the season, Chelsea has shown strong form with just one loss in their last 12 Premier League games, propelling them to seventh place in the league standings. Manager Mauricio Pochettino praised Noni Madueke's selfless assist for Jackson's goal as a pivotal moment, highlighting the team's growth and unity. Looking back on past criticisms, Pochettino emphasized the importance of learning from setbacks and lauded the team's increasing solidarity and confidence. Speaking to the press after the game, Pochettino...

Insight into Osayi Kingdom’s Journey with Doma United

5May

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Insight into Osayi Kingdom’s Journey with Doma United

Expressing gratitude towards Nigeria Premier Football League team Doma United, Osayi Kingdom credits the club for helping him achieve his dreams. Having joined the Savannah Tigers during the 2022–2023 NPFL season after departing from the now-defunct MFM, Osayi has become a vital member of the team. The talented goalkeeper is anticipated to move overseas at the conclusion of the ongoing season, marking a significant milestone in his career. In a heartfelt message, the young player acknowledged the unwavering support from the club's chairman, Sulaiman Umar. "Upon my arrival at Doma United in Gombe, I had limited knowledge of the club," Osayi shared in his appreciation note. He also expressed, "The Chairman, Suleiman Umar, was impressed by my performance highlights and immediately recogni...

Recent Arrest Made After Woman Was Stripped Naked Accused of Phone Theft

5May

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Recent Arrest Made After Woman Was Stripped Naked Accused of Phone Theft

Edo State Police Command have taken into custody five women for allegedly stripping Christabel Akhigbe naked in Benin City on suspicion of phone theft. According to reports from NewsNow, Edo State Commissioner of Police, Funsho Adeboye, shared this information with the press in Benin City, stating that the women also filmed the victim unclothed and shared the video on various social media platforms. Adeboye explained that the suspects accused Christabel of stealing an Android phone belonging to Blessing Lucky. After Christabel returned the phone to the rightful owner, the group of women lured her into a room, physically attacked and undressed her, even threatening to harm her private parts with pepper. They recorded the incident and circulated it on social media. Upon receiving the...

Man Arrested by Police for Stealing Phones at Church Services

5May

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Man Arrested by Police for Stealing Phones at Church Services

One individual named Babatunde Olaoluwa, known for his theft of mobile phones in places of worship, has been apprehended by the Ekiti State Police Command. The arrest took place following the disappearance of seven mobile phones during a gathering at the Christ Apostolic Church in Ayegbaju-Ekiti. In a statement signed by the Command's public relations officer, DSP Sunday Abutu, this incident was detailed. According to the statement, "During an event at the Christ Apostolic Church in Ayegbaju-Ekiti, Babatunde Olaoluwa, a lone thief specializing in phone theft within worship centers, was arrested at about 16:30hrs yesterday after seizing seven different phones owned by various individuals." "Pretending to be a member of the church, the suspect observed the worshippers and took advantage...

Bus carrying 18 passengers crashes in Taraba, resulting in multiple injuries

5May

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Bus carrying 18 passengers crashes in Taraba, resulting in multiple injuries

Reports indicate that a Kakara Transport Nig. Ltd. bus, with a capacity of 18 seats, was involved in an accident within Gashaka Local Government Council of Taraba State. The incident occurred shortly after passing the old bridge, a short distance from Serti, the administrative headquarters of Gashaka Council, and led to several passengers sustaining injuries of varying severity. Allegedly, the driver of the 18-seat bus, en route from Gembu to Jalingo, lost control after the rear tires experienced a sudden burst. Witnesses interviewed by NewsNow pointed to potential overloading as the cause of the accident. As per one witness, the bursting of the two rear tires was attributed to the bus being overloaded. The bus overturned three times before coming to a halt following a collision with ...

NFF’s Stand Against Overage Players at the Golden Eaglets’ Camp

5May

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NFF’s Stand Against Overage Players at the Golden Eaglets’ Camp

Confirmation has come from the head coach of Nigeria’s U-17 team, Manu Garba, regarding certain players failing the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) test while in camp. The Golden Eaglets are currently in preparations for the 2024 WAFU B U-17 tournament scheduled to take place in Ghana. Garba is encountering challenges in finalizing his squad as the initial group of 54 invited players underwent MRI tests leading to a significant reduction in numbers. “Let me provide some clarity on this issue. The legitimate U-17 players, as per their official documentation submitted to the NFF and the MRI examinations conducted by the football body, are still present in the camp gearing up for the WAFU B U-17 competition. Upon the commencement of the camp last month, several reputable football academ...

Unveiling of Nominees for Coach of the Month in the NPFL

5May

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Unveiling of Nominees for Coach of the Month in the NPFL

For the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), the shortlist for the Coach of the Month award for April has been revealed, featuring four distinguished managers. Among the candidates are Fidelis Ilechukwu of Rangers, Gbenga Ogunbote of Shooting Stars, Mohammed Majin of Niger Tornadoes, and Stanley Eguma of Rivers United. Ilechukwu's leadership saw Rangers secure three victories in five matches, with his team netting a total of 10 goals during the month. Additionally, the Flying Antelopes maintained their top position in the NPFL standings. Veteran tactician Ogunbote has been instrumental in guiding Shooting Stars towards a potential continental spot, achieving four wins in five games under his watch. Eguma, managing Rivers United, has been pushing for a return to continental competi...

5May

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Nominees Revealed for NPFL Monthly Recognition

The players competing for the March Nigeria Premier Football League Player of the Month accolade have been disclosed. The shortlisted contenders include Clinton Jephta (Niger Tornadoes), Deputy Echeta (Rivers United), Junior Lokosa (Sporting Lagos), Michael Ibe (Katsina United), Sikiru Alimi (Remo Stars), and Ubong Friday (Akwa United). Veteran striker Ubong Friday scored five goals for Akwa United, notably achieving a hat-trick and a brace earlier in the month. Sikiru Alimi marked his return to scoring form with three goals for Remo Stars, making him the joint-top scorer in the NPFL with 14 goals. Former Bendel Insurance forward Deputy Echeta contributed three goals to Rivers United's victory in two out of the five matches played during the month. Clinton Jephta has been sho...

5May

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Insight from Jamie O’Hara: Arsenal Should Pursue Alexander Isak for EPL Success

In the world of football, former Tottenham star Jamie O’Hara has a strong recommendation for Arsenal: go after Alexander Isak. He believes that signing the striker could be the key to leading the club to Premier League success. Despite facing challenges with dual groin injuries this season, Isak has managed to shine brightly, emerging as Newcastle’s top scorer with an impressive tally of 24 goals in all competitions. Rumors are swirling around Isak's future, with both Arsenal and Tottenham allegedly considering £100 million offers to lure the 24-year-old away from St James’ Park in the upcoming transfer window. Although Manager Howe has made it clear that Isak is not up for transfer, Newcastle is ready to offer him an improved contract to ward off potential suitors. Nonetheless, Is...

Premier League Predictions: Jenas Picks Manchester City as Title Favorites

5May

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Premier League Predictions: Jenas Picks Manchester City as Title Favorites

Jermaine Jenas, a former midfielder for Tottenham Hotspur, has chosen Manchester City as his pick to win the Premier League title this season, placing them above Arsenal in the race. After securing a victory against Wolves over the weekend, Man City currently sits one point behind Arsenal on the Premier League standings, with a game in hand. During his appearance on Match of the Day, Jenas confidently stated that he believes the Cityzens have what it takes to emerge victorious. He said, "I just think Man City are too strong, they are going to go all the way, I think." Reacting to Jenas' prediction, Arsenal legend Ian Wright acknowledged, "Yeah, it looks like it, they are so strong."