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United quartet makes Premier league history.

Paul Pogba has joined other United forward trio [Lukaku, Martial, Rashford] to  score their first  double figure goals each  so far, in the premier league campaign. The quartet has been in blistering form since the appointment of former Forward and 1999 Champions league winning goal scorer, Solskjaer, as interim manager. Saturday's home game against Watford saw Rashford and Martial put their 10th Premier league goal in the current campaign, joining their teammates who already had their double figure goals. In Premier league history,  Only six sides in Premier League history have had four players with 10+ goals in a single season: 🔴 Man Utd (1995/96) 🔵 Chelsea (2009/10) 🔵 Chelsea (2010/11) 🔴 Arsenal (2012/13) 🔵 Man City (2017/18) 🔴 Man Utd (2018/19) The Red Devils make another entry. Man Utd are the only side in the Premier League this season with four players on 10+ goals: ✓ Romelu Lukaku (12) ✓ Paul Pogba (11) ✓ Marcus Rashford (

Killer Of Ex-Ondo Deputy Governor’s Daughter, Khadijah Oluboyo, to die By Hanging

An Ondo state High Court sitting in Akure has sentenced Seidu Adeyemi to death by hanging for killing Khadijat Oluboyo, daughter of former deputy governor of Ondo State. Khadijat, a final year student of the Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA), Akugba-Akoko, was found dead inside the room of Adeyemi at his residence in Oke Aro area of Akure on July 2nd 2018. The deceased and Seidu dated for eight years. According to police investigation, Seidu allegedly killed Khadijah for ritual purposes and then buried her in his room. On July 12th 2018, while he was being paraded, Seidu denied killing Khadijah. Explaining how she was killed, Seidu said; “Khadijat was my girlfriend since 2010 and she visited me to help her in writing her final project in school. She slept in my place on Thursday and left on Friday the following day.  "She sent a text message to me on Monday, 2nd July that I should send some money to her. But I was surprised to see her that same Monday when

BB Naija finalist celebrates Oloye Akin Alabi on his birthday.

Controversial Big Brother Naija housemate, Ceecee, has congratulated the Chief Executive Officer, of notable betting site, Nairabet, Oloye Akin Alabi, as he clocks 42 today. The same Nairabet CEO, Akin Alabi,  is a member of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). He was once a member of the People's Democratic Party (Nigeria).  He declared his intention to contest for a seat in Nigeria's Federal House of Representatives.  On June 20, Akin Alabi announced that he will be stepping down as CEO of Nairabet to concentrate on his political campaign.  On October 5, 2018, Alabi emerged the All Progressive Congress House of Representatives Candidate for the Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal constituentcy in Oyo State for the 2019 general elections. Akin emerged as the winner of the House of Representatives Candidate for the Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal constituentcy in Oyo State for the 2019 general elections. Ceecee, who was fellow mate pair, Tobi Bakre, but they later

Lagos State Special Taskforce seizes 109 motorcycles on Environmental Sanitation day.

Lagos State Special Taskforce has  seized some motorcycles on Environmental Sanitation  on Saturday at  Second Rainbow,along Oshodi-Apapa Expressway for flaunting the state Traffic Laws. The Lagos State Taskforce on  Sunday said it was later confirmed it seized 109 motorcycles at Second Rainbow,along Oshodi-Apapa Expressway for flaunting the state Traffic Laws. The seized motorcycles are presently in the Taskforce custody with no hope of return to their owners. The agency disclosed it would destroy over 2,500 motorcycles it impounded. The agency's decision will undoubtedly  not go down well with the owners of the motorcycles. Unfortunately, the motorcycles may be their  means of livelihood but we hope the agency softens its decision and rather fines the owners some tokens. 

Akeredolu distributes another set of multi-million naira medical equipments

Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu, SAN, on Friday, 29th March, distributed another set of multi-million naira medical equipment to 300 primary healthcare facilities across the 18 LGAs of the state. Governor Akeredolu said his administration will not rest on its oars in fulfilling the Minimum Service Package (MSP), pillar of the Primary - Healthcare - Under - One - Roof (PHCUOR) policy of the Federal Government. The Ondo State Government has also made good roads in several Local Government Areas of the State, in his quest to ensure his administration is remembered for good legacy. This lifesaving  program will help curb excessive mortality rate and to avoid children from being attacked by deadly diseases. This undying efforts coupled with the caring heart of the amiable governor has been lauded by the members of the public.

FFK on CAN support to the Presidency.

The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has reportedly paid a courtesy visit to the Presidency at the State House in Abuja, to felicitate with Buhari, on his recent victory at the Presidential election held on 23th February, 2019. The Christian body reportedly pledged their unrelenting support for the President, as he moves Nigeria to the acclaimed "Next Level" tagged by the ruling All Progressive Congress, APC.   The aftermath of the visitation by CAN has erupted some criticisms from a Popular Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, Femi Fani-Kayode, a member of  People's Democratic Party, PDP.  He said "I love CAN and I have always had the deepest respect for its leadership but this was a moment of shame and betrayal. "They will live to regret congratulating a desperate and wicked tyrant that has so much Christian blood on his hands,that has nothing but contempt for the Church that has imprisoned and slaughtered his perceived enemies and th

Dogara mourns late kebbi House of Representative member.

Speaker of House of representative, Rt Hon Yakubu Dogara, has mourned the premature demise of Hon Mohammed Dantani, Yauri/Shanga/Ngaski  Federal Constituency of Kebbi state. Hon Dantani went to primary school in 1972 and after his primary education, he proceeded to  government secondary school koko in 1976 in Kebbi State. He furthered his academic pursuit by attending  inurno teachers college in 1978 and later attende institute of administrator ABU zaria, in 1984 and completed his education at polytechnic udus in 1997. The late Member of House of Representative was formerly the an honourable at the House of Assembly port folio before he perused  further in his political quest to reach the zenith. He was a insurance company member house of assembly from 1999 to 2015. He became the speaker, House of Assembly between 1999 to 2007. He was one of the members of the ruling All Progressive Congress, APC. Unfortunately, the cold hands of death came knocking at

Manchester United to pay Norwegian side a complete payment on Solskjaer appointment as new manager.

Manchester United will give Molde a total of £1m in a goodwill gesture after appointing Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as their permanent manager, Sky Sports News understands. Solskjaer was announced as the long-term successor to Jose Mourinho on Thursday, with the Norwegian signing a three-year contract worth around £21m. Sky Sports News understands Molde received half of the payment in December when they allowed the former United striker to take over at Old Trafford as the club's caretaker manager. The Norwegian side will now receive the second part of that payment, with Solskjaer keen to build a strong relationship between the clubs. Solskjaer has won 14 of his 19 matches since taking the reins at United, helping to propel them back into the race for a top-four finish. As well as improving the club's league form, the 46-year-old masterminded a memorable comeback in the Champions League last-16 tie against PSG earlier this month, with United overturning a t

OFFICIAL: Italian Defender signs four year contract with Serie A giants.

Daniele Rugani has signed a new four-year contract with Juventus, keeping him at the club until 2023. Daniele Rugani who plays as a  defender, a 24 years old and ply his trade at the Serie A giants, Juventus. In the current club Juventus played 6 seasons, during this time he played 186 matches and scored 8 goals.  How many goals has Daniele Rugani scored this season? In the current season Daniele Rugani scored 2 goals. 0 goals in national team( Nations League Division A, Friendlies). He is yet to score for Italy since he has started playing. In the club he scored 2 goals ( Serie A, Champions League, Coppa Italia, Champions Cup, Friendlies).  Daniele Rugani this seasons has also noted 0 assists, played 1662 minutes, with 15 times he played game in first line. Daniele Rugani shots an average of 0.05 goals per game in club competitions. Last season his average was 0.04 goals per game, he scored 2 goals in 52 club matches.  In the curre

Presidency launches Micro Pension Plan in Abuja.

The Presidency has reportedly launched the Micro Passion Plan in the Capital Territory, Abuja. This is a program that is saddled with the responsibility  of  capturing those citizens that are not fully captured in the formal corporate sector. He said "It gives me great pleasure to be here today to formally launch the Micro Pension Plan. "This initiative was designed specifically to capture those citizens that are not fully captured in the formal corporate sector. "Today, millions of traders, farmers and other entrepreneurs in various cottage industries are completely excluded from the different pension programs in existence. "If you recall, one of the three core pillars of this Government is the creation of a diversified and inclusive economy. "This can only be achieved by creating an enabling environment for farmers, entrepreneurs and SMEs. "In the past three years, we provided grants, concessionary loans and tec

Solskjaer signs permanently as United manager.

Manchester United announces that current caretaker manager and former striker, Ole Gunnar Solskjær, has been appointed as the club’s full-time manager on a three-year contract. Solskjær scored 126 goals in 366 appearances for United between 1996 and 2007 and also managed the club’s reserve team until the end of 2010. He was appointed caretaker manager on 19 December 2018 and won his first eight games in charge on the way to an overall record of 14 victories and two draws in 19 games, amassing more Premier League points than any other club during that time. “From the first day I arrived, I felt at home at this special club,”  said Solskjær.  “It was an honour to be a Manchester United player, and then to start my coaching career here. The last few months have been a fantastic experience and I want to thank all of the coaches, players and staff for the work we’ve done so far. This is the job that I always dreamed of doing and I’m beyond excited to hav

"SARS arrests my friend's staff," man shares ordeal.

A young man, Oni Samson, has reportedly shared his friend's ordeal on the arrest of one of his staff. He said "Special anti robbery Squad, SARS,  at Gbagada arrested my friend's staff last night at empire area of Ojuelegba. My guy got there, SARS asked him to bring #50k for bail. I just spoke to him. He's still there now. "I told him to do transfer, they didn't agree because he doesn't have cash with him and he's not with his wallet. "Someone should please stop this barbaric behavior of these SARS. "They collected phones, they harassed people. This is unacceptable! They eventually collected #10,000 from my friend. So, someone has collected #10k from illegal raiding of innocent Nigerian. Minimum wage is #30k for a month work done. SARS team at Gbagada are richer with #10k this morning.  He(my guy) confirmed that some paid #50k."

Breaking News: Guber election Cillation Officer shot

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has  confirmed that its Governorship election collation officer for Gboko LGA Benue State, Prof. (Mrs.) C.D Tuluen was shot at and injured on her way to Makurdi with the LGA collated result sheet.  She is presently receiving treatment in hospital. While wishing her a speedy recovery, INEC wishes to point out that all its ad-hoc and permanent staff are insured against such mishaps and the Commission is responsible for all hospital bills and medical expenses of all such injured staff. The incident has been reported to the law enforcement officers and we will closely monitor the investigation. Lack of effective and efficient security during the guber poll has been questioned following the horrendous incidence.

Breaking News: Tribunal favors Adeleke of PDP in Osun State.

The Osun State Gubernatorial Election Tribunal has declared the PDP Guber Candidate, Senator Ademola Adeleke, winner of the Election...Says, Supplementary Election, not known to law. Ademola Adeleke of the PDP returned as Osun State governor by an election tribunal in Osun State, with APC's Gboyega Oyetola kicked out. Osun Tribunal panel has a split decision. Two members (majority judgment)  ruled in favour of PDP/Ademola; the chairman, Justice Ibrahim Sirajo (minority judgment), ruled in favour of APC/Oyetola. Atiku said "Truly, the judiciary is the last hope of the common man and the defender of our democracy. Congratulations Sen. Ademola Adeleke." Although the tribunal is not the final arbiter, the case will tested at the appeal court and the Supreme Court. Dakuku Peterside won at the Tribunal and the appeal court but Wike won at the Supreme Court. Mama Taraba won at the tribunal but lost out at the appeal court. Ondo State Ambassador, Oluy

Ondo State Update: Akeredolu Set To Rename OSUSTECH After Late Governor Agagu

Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu has disclosed that Ondo State University of Science and Technology (OSUSTECH) will be renamed after late Olusegun Agagu, former governor of the state.  Akeredolu disclosed this during a thank-you tour of Okitipupa Local Government Area of the state on Tuesday 19th March, 2019. He urged the two newly - elected House of Assembly members representing Okitipupa 1 & 2 constituencies to move the motion for renaming the university.  OSUSTECH was brought to the Okitipupa by the Agagu during his regime as the State Governor under the flagship of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. This motion has been moved to honor the good works of the late governor at Ondo South. We hope the change of name will not cause any brouhaha among the students of the institution.

PDP rejects exparte order stopping the final collation of Bauchi State Guber poll.

The People's Democratic Party, PDP, has vehemently rejected the order by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, for stopping the final collection of the recently concluded gubernatorial poll in Bauchi State. The Party has reportedly alleged the ruling All Progressive Congress, APC, of controlling the judiciary and the court following the unconstitutionally halt the conclusion of collation of already declared results in the Bauchi State Governorship election, which was said to have been won by the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. "The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, vehemently rejects the arm-twisting of the judiciary and the court by the All Progressive Congress, APC, to unconstitutionally halt the conclusion of collation of already declared results in the Bauchi State Governorship election, which has been won by the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. "Such development which is akin to the infamous order that derailed the 1993 democratic process

Presidency approves the establishment of a Committee to assess the level of implementation of his administration policies.

President Buhari has approved the establishment of a committee to assess the level of implementation of this present administration and to help prepare them for the next four years "I have approved the establishment of a Committee, chaired by the Vice President, to assess the level of implementation of all our administration’s Policies, Programmes & Projects - whether inherited, or started by us - and to help prepare us for governance over the next 4 years. "The Committee is made up of senior government officials, including the Chief of Staff and Deputy Chief to the President (Secretary of the Committee), and a number of Cabinet Ministers. They will work with Ministries, Departments and Agencies, as well as with outside experts. "One of the main duties of this Committee will be to produce a comprehensive document that will guide the incoming Cabinet, & enable us continue the implementation of the vision of our Party and our administration, fo

Governor industrializes Ondo State for economic exploit.

The vision of Rotimi Akeredolu to industrialize Ondo State for economy prosperity is yeilding more positive results. Massive work is currently ongoing on the Cassava to Ethanol Plant at the Ondo/Linyi Hub within Ore Industrial Park, Ore and will soon be ready. The plant is a product of one of the MoUs signed between the Akeredolu’s administration and the Linyi Municipal Republic in China  during the Governor's visit to China last year. When completed, the Cassava to Ethanol plant will need 300 to 400 tons of cassava daily. This means that cassava farmers in the state will have a ready market at the plant. This plant alone provides a window of employment opportunities for the youths in the state. The governor has been applauded for the industrial development in the State in a bid to foster great economic growth.

Former BB Naija housemate reveals her nostalgic feelings about the previous edition.

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Aneeka, has revealed how nostalgic she was during the 2018 edition. She was faced with lots of rejection, fake eviction, great displeasure and the likes. She revealed these ahead of the BB Naija reunion show later in the day. She said "Yes I was super pumped and excited  about going in. Got in and got dealt a few scenarios that sent my brain turnioniown.  "Got Fake evicted barely 20 mins into the house(you ever been pranked so bad even tho you found its was a joke your heart still sunken and can't shake it off? "Public Rejection on Day 3 (never have I ever been rejected and by a boy? Still riling from shock of fake eviction and now public ridicule.. even tho I laughed it off my confidence took a blow which affected me socially..felt like i took the 'L' train. All in my head of course. "Then came the Stress Pimple massive breakout.. can a girl catch a break. You don't want to know what it

South African actor Themba Ntuli goes big, ties the knot

Interestingly, 27-year-old popular actor from Zimbabwe, Themba Ntuli marries the love of his life. Twitter users woke up to the news that beloved South African actor and comedian Themba Ntuli got hitched over the weekend. Pictures were posted on twitter and facebook and fans could not stop congratulating the newlyweds after their special day. Ntuli shot to fame for his role as young car guard, Pule, on Rhythm City. He's also appeared in many South Africa tv commercials.  At the end of 2018, Ntuli appeared on eNCA, shining a spotlight on rhino poaching while promoting the movie 'Frank and Fearless' with director Gray Hofmeyr.

Wife of the Presidency visits recuperating victims of Itafaji building collapse.

The Nigerian first lady, Aisha Buhari, has visited the survivors of the Itafaji building collapse at the Lagos State Teaching Hospital, Lagos Island and Gbagada General Hospitals for their unrelenting efforts on the recuperating victims. Altruistic Lagosians have willingly gone to the hospitals where the victims are being admitted to donate blood for the resuscitation of Itafaji victims. During the First lady's visit to Lagos she said "Today, I visited recuperating victims of the Itafaji building collapse in Lagos. It is sad that many school children lost their lives. "I remain thankful to God and acknowledge the effort of Lagos state government, the managements of Lagos Island General Hospital, LUTH Idi Araba and Gbagada General Hospital.  "It is heartwarming to see that the survivors are recuperating well.  We pray to God to grant the families of the departed children the fortitude to bear the loss. "While we pray for comple

First lady receives the Executives of UNAIDS and NACA in Abuja.

The First lady of Nigeria, Aisha Buhari, has received executives of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV and AIDS (UNAIDS) and other notable officials still the State House in Abuja. The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV and AIDS (UNAIDS) is the main advocate for accelerated, comprehensive and coordinated global action on the HIV/AIDS pandemic. "I received the Executive Director UNAIDS , Dr. MichelSidibe , the Country Director of UNAIDS, Dr. Erasmus Morah, Director General, National Agency for the Control of HIV/AIDS (NACA), Dr. Sani Aliyu and other officials. "Many thanks to UNAIDS for extending the tenure of my appointment as UNAIDS Special Ambassador for the Elimination of Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV in Nigeria and the Promotion of Treatment for Children Living with HIV by another two years.  "This will enable me to contribute more towards ensuring that no child is born with HIV in Nigeria." The Executiv

Sorry Solskjaer gives honest message to his player ahead of the international break.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has delivered a clear message to his Manchester United players ahead of the international break, instructing them all to feel recharged, positive and focused when they return. The Reds suffered a disappointing blow on Saturday evening by losing 2-1 to Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Emirates FA Cup quarter-final at Molineux. That result followed the similarly frustrating Premier League defeat to Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium the previous weekend.  The international break is now upon us and, when asked if the two-week period will feel longer than usual, Solskjaer agreed and proceeded to lay down a challenge to all members of the squad. “It is happening so we cannot do anything about it,” Ole told us. “To the players who go away with international teams, go and enjoy, go and play as well as you can. “Some of them have been called back into a squad, maybe that gives them a boost, but we just need to come back recharged.  “Whatever