Russia 2018 World Cup Draw

The 2018 World Cup draw took place on Friday, 1 December, 2017, at the Kremlin, which seemed as good as any place to unveil valuable information of vital global interest.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria, as well as 31 other countries, were part of the draw that revealed the group opponents of the participating teams.

Gary Lineker, who played in the 1986 and 1990 finals for England and scored in both competitions, conducted the draw alongside Russian star, Maria Komandnaya.

Nigeria is in Pot 4, alongside Serbia, Australia, Japan, Morocco, Panama, Korea Republic, and Saudi Arabia.

PLATIMA’AM ANNIVERSARY: The Queen and Prince Philip Celebrate 70th Wedding Anniversary with New Photograph

The Queen and Prince Philip officially celebrated their 70^th wedding anniversary on Monday, 20^th November, 2017, with a new photograph. The couple married in 1947.

The Queen wore a cream day dress with a ‘Scarab’ yellow gold brooch which was a personal gift from the Duke of Edinburgh in 1966. The Duke of Edinburgh looked handsome in a smart three-piece suit.

Buhari Commiserates with Egyptian Government over Mosque Attack

President Muhammadu Buhari has sent his condolences to the government and people of Egypt over the attacks on a mosque in North Sinai on Friday that left over 235 dead after prayers.

Buhari, in a statement signed by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu, also condemned the dastardly act on innocent worshippers,

Mnangagwa Sworn in as Zimbabwe’s President

Emmerson Mnangagwa was sworn in as president of Zimbabwe on Friday 24th November, 2017 at a ceremony that was the culmination of an extraordinary 10 days that ended Robert Mugabe’s 37-year rule. Mr Mnangagwa praised the 93-year-old former leader as his “father” and “mentor,” but also alluded to the malaise he is inheriting with the country plagued by political instability and an economy on the brink of collapse. “Never again should the circumstances that have put Zimbabwe in an insufferable position be allowed to occur,” he said, adding that his government “must hit the ground running”. Mnangagwa said he was committed to holding democratic elections next year.

Nigeria and Ex-Everton and Middlesbrough Striker, Yakubu, Hangs Up Boot

Former Nigeria international striker, Yakubu Ayegbeni, retired from football at the age of 35. Yakubu Aiyegbeni was born in Benin City, Edo State. A powerful central striker, he started his career with Julius Berger FC in Lagos 1997 as a teenager in the Nigerian Premier League. He was later loaned to Portuguese club Gil Vicente, Maccabi Haifa (Israel), then to Portsmouth (England).

In almost a decade in English football, between January 2003 and June 2012, Yakubu scored 114 times in 293 league appearances, mostly in the top flight.

He averaged nearly a goal every other game at Portsmouth, Middlesbrough, Everton, Leicester and Blackburn before joining Chinese club Guangzhou.

Robert Mugabe Finally Resigns As Zimbabwe’s President

The 93-year-old Robert Mugabe finally resigned as Zimbabwe’s president, on Tuesday 21^st November, 2017 bringing to an end 37 years in power which he began as a hero of the struggle against white rule and ended as the man blamed for reducing his country to despotism and economic misery. 

"My decision to resign is voluntary on my part and arises from my concern for the welfare of the people of Zimbabwe and my desire for a smooth, non-violent transfer of power," Mr Mugabe said in a letter read out by Jacob Mudenda, the speaker of parliament. 

Nigeria’s Super Eagles beat Argentina 4-2

The Super Eagles dazed football superpower Argentina 4-2 in an international friendly played in Krasnodar, Russia on Tuesday 14^th November, 2017.   

It is an impressive warming-up rehearsal for Nigeria’s performance in next year’s Russia World Cup.

Nigeria’s John Obi Mikel, Argentina’s German Pezzella and Argentina’s Enzo Perez vie for the ball during an international friendly football match between Argentina and Nigeria in Krasnodar.

Health is Wealth: Top 10 Signs of Risking Stroke



If you are above 40, you must read this. If you had seen anybody, with even a mild stroke, you will understand that this is not an illness you will wish your worst enemy.

Russia 2018: Nigeria draws with Cameroon in Younde

Nigerian Super Eagle played a 1 – 1 draw with African champions Cameroon for the 2018 World Cup finals in Russia in Yaounde on Monday, 4^th September, 2917.

The result means Cameroon have just three points from four matches and can no longer finish top of Group B.

My Acting Career – My Comeback to Acting is God’s Work: Sola Sobowale (Interview)

Arguably, no one quite personifies old-school Nollywood glamour like actress, Sola Sobowale. A viewers’ delight, veteran entertainer and academic, Tunji Oyelana (who is married to her elder sister Kikelomo), showed her the ropes.

Her roles in Village Headmaster, Mirror In The Sun and in the infamous Yoruba film, Asewo To Re Mecca, remain evergreen.

However, playing Toyin Tomato in the Wale Adenuga 2001 Super Story series, Oh Father! Oh Daughter! shot her into super stardom.

In her 50s, Sola has featured in over 200 movies and self-produced over 50 films. In an exclusive interview with the vivacious actress, at an event in Lagos, she opened up to media on her comeback role in the blockbuster, The Wedding Party, among other issues.

ADERONKE KALE, NIGERIA’S FIRST FEMALE ARMY GENERAL

INTRODUCTION

When the words ‘Nigerian Army’ are mentioned, the first image that flashes across the minds of many is a mass of gun-totting, stern-faced, camouflage-wearing, MALE soldiers. LOL! Let’s face it, many of us do not really think of women when talking about or thinking of the NA. Well, there are women in all the arms of the gallant Nigerian Armed Forces and today, we are taking a look at the first Nigerian woman to ever become a Major-General (two-star general) in the Army and in any of the three wings of the Nigerian Armed Forces (including the Navy and Air Force).

Alagba Adebayo Faleti Passes On

The Yoruba Icon, poet, journalist, Actor and writer, Alagba Adebayo Faleti died in his home at Orogun area, Ibadan on Sunday 23^rd July, 2017. Recollecting last moment before his death, his son, Adeniyi Faleti, said Alagba died after premonition talks held between him and relatives surrounded him including Adeniyi; he took pap and bath upon his request and went to his ancestors.  

Alagba Faleti died at age of 86.  Adebayo Faleti was born in Agbo-Oye, Oyo State, on 26^th December, 1930, though lived in Obananko, Kuranga, near Oyo State. He is the first son of his father, Joseph Akanbi Faleti and the only child of his mother, Durowade Ayinke Faleti.

From an early age Alagba Faleti always had a passion for drama. He was also known as a Yoruba translator, a broadcaster, TV exponent and a pioneer of the first television station in Africa, Western Nigeria Television (WNTV).

Another Nigerian Awarded World Prize Laureate in 2017

At a ceremony held at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C on Monday 26^th June, 2017, another Nigerian, Dr Akinwumi Adesina, was named the 2017 World Food Prize Laureate after the renowned Professor Wole Soyinka, who won Nobel Laureate in Literature in 1986.

The incumbent President of African Development Bank (AfDB) was selected to become the 46^th recipient and the 6^th African to be honoured with the award.

Adesina was the Nigeria Minister of Agriculture under the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan.

Moji Olaiya's Body Arrives Nigeria Ahead of Her Burial (Photos)

The body of actress Moji Olaiya, arrived Nigeria early yesterday 6 June, 2017. Her body which was brought in from Canada where she died, arrived the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos and was received by her family members and some friends.

A memorial service was held in her honour at the LTV Blue Roof on Tuesday.

A Nigerian Varsity Launches A Cubesat Into U.S. Space

A Nigerian varsity launched a Cubesat codenamed NigeriaEdusat-1, into space from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida, United States. The Nigerian CubeSat is designed, built and owned by the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA).

The Nigerian Cubesat is a component of the Birds 1 satellites, comprising of four other CubeSats belonging to Japan, Ghana, Mongolia and Bangladesh. They were launched from the SpaceX Falcon9 Rocket.

Nigeria Schools Ready to Teach Math, Science Subjects in Local Languages

The Federal Government says primary and secondary schools in the country will soon start teaching Mathematics and Science subjects in indigenous languages. The Minister of Science and Technology, Dr Ogbonnaya Onu, revealed this at the inauguration of the inter-ministerial committee in the teaching of Mathematics and Science subjects in Local languages in Abuja on 31 May, 2017.

The inter-ministerial committee involved Federal Ministry of Science and Technology and Ministry of Education. He said the inter-ministerial committee would help to develop the capacity of the local languages to serve as effective tools for teaching mathematics and science subjects.

First Osun State Governor SERUBANWON Dies @ 62

The first Osun State Governor – after the partition of old Oyo State – Governor Isiaka Adeleke SERUBAWON dies on Sunday 23^rd April, 2017. He is a senator in the current 8^th Assembly, and a three term senator representing Osun West senatorial district, Isiaka Adeleke was confirmed dead.

Sen. Adeleke died at the age of 62 at Bikets Hospital in Osogbo, the Osun state capital after suffering a heart attack according to family sources.

His death has been confirmed by the All Progressives Congress (APC) through its twitter handle: @APCNigeria

What you need to do to cure persistent bad breath – Expert

A dentist, Dr Shola Adeoye, has said that persistent bad breath was sign of poor oral hygiene. Ms. Adeoye told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Ibadan.

“Halitosis commonly known as bad breath, affects a lot of people at one point in their lives. It is an embarrassing odour that emerges from the mouth and is easily detected by others.

Nollywood Actor Olumide Bakare Passes On

Nollywood popular actor, Olumide Bakare, is dead. He died in the early hours of Saturday 21^st April, 2017, according to his personal assistant, who was with him when he passed away.

Information gathered confirmed that Olumide Bakare, who has been sick for more than a year was discharged from the University College Hospital (UCH) last year after he was allegedly diagnosed with a respiratory disorder problem.

It was gathered that the actor was yet to fully recover from the sickness that kept him indoors for months.

Naira Strengthened Further Against Dollar

The Naira on Thursday strengthened against the dollar in all the major segments of the market, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.

At the parallel market, the Nigerian currency gained five points to exchange at N385 to the Dollar from the N390 recorded on Wednesday.

The Pound Sterling and the Euro traded at N495 and N410, respectively.

At the Bureau De Change (BDC) segment, the Naira closed at N362 to the dollar, while the Pound Sterling and the Euro exchanged at N490 and N424, respectively.

KWAM1 Stirs the Hornets Trying To Re-write Fuji History (Reactions)

Mr Dayo Odeyemi, Late Sikiru Ayinde Barrister’s Spokeperson:

Since Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, a.k.a K1, stirred the hornets next after his birthday statement a few weeks ago that his mentor, the late Sikiru Ayinde Barrister, was not the creator of Fuji music, the spokesman of the latter, Mr Dayo Odeyemi, has slammed K1 over his controversial statement.

Efe Wins BBNaija Reality TV Show Award 2017

Based on Logistics, Efe Michael Ejeba emerges winner of Big Brother Naija 2017 reality TV show. Excitement filled the air on Sunday night as he was declared winner of the Big Brother Nigeria (BBNaija) reality TV show which rounded off in South Africa on 9^th April, 2017.

Lagos @ 50: Three Wise Men Distribute Gifts

Three wise men (Agbagba Meta) distribute gifts to herald Lagos @ 50 celebrations across the state on 8^th April, 2017. So if you see them ask for your own gift. (Photos)

Brilliant Nigerian Girl Olawunmi Akinlemibola Gets 14 Admissions

A talented high school student in Prince George’s County has a big decision to make soon –– she was accepted to 14 colleges and universities, including Harvard, Princeton and Stanford.

Olawunmi Akinlemibola, a senior at DuVal High School in Lanham, Maryland, was accepted to Ivy League schools, the University of Maryland and several other institutions.

The 18-year-old has a 4.15 GPA and already has earned college credit. She works hard for her success, her guidance counselor, Stacy Kline, said. “I’m just amazed by her,” she said. “It’s the internal drive that she has.”

Nigeria’s Young Scientist of the Year Oluwatosin Adedipe

16-year-old Adedipe Oluwatosin was named Young Scientist of the Year on 4^th April, 2017, after winning the Young Nigerian Scientist Presidential Award at a ceremony held at Eagle’s Square, Abuja.

Adedipe emerged best at a competition organised by the Federal Ministry of Science and Technology, out of a total of 774 candidates (drawn from all the local government areas in the country) who participated both at the preliminary and the final stages.

Olubadan Of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji In A Romantic Pose With His Wives In London

Oba Saliu Adetunji, 88, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, in a romantic pose with his two wives during his visit to London, UK.

Super Falcons Won AWCON title for the 8th Time

Nigeria's Super Falcons on Saturday 3rd December, 2016 won the 2016 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (AWCON) for the eighth time in Yaounde after beating hosts Cameroon 1-0 before a capacity 40,000 crowd.

An 84th minute goal from Desire Oparanozie was enough for Nigeria to retain the trophy they won in Namibia two years ago, when they beat the same Indomitable Lionesses 2-0.

Egyptian Actor Mahmoud Abdel-Aziz Dies at 70 (1946 – 2016)

The Egyptian Ministry of Culture announced on Saturday evening 12 November, 2016 the death of Mahmoud Abdel-Aziz, one of Egypt's most renowned television and film actors in the past 40 years, after a long struggle with illness. 

Mahmoud Abdel-Aziz was born in Wardeyan, Alexandria on 4 June 1946. He graduated from the department of the Agricultural Science at Alexandria University in the 1960s.

Nigeria Beats Algeria 3 – 1 in a 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier

The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Algeria 3 – 1 in a 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier played in Uyo.  Victor Moses opened the scoring with a solo goal while Mikel Obi added a second from a one on one position.

In the second half, Nabil Bentaleb scored a cracker from almost 35 yards after Riyad Mahrez had drawn Oghenekaro Etebo and Ogenyi Onazi out of position with some piece of trickery.

Nigeria Beat Zambia 2-1 @ 2018 World Cup Qualifier

Nigeria Super Eagles clinched 2-1 win over Zambia on Sunday, 9 October, 2016 at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium. The first half goals from Alex Iwobi and Kelechi Iheanacho gave coach Gernot Rohr a winning start in the 2018 World Cup qualifying series.

The visitors made light work of their hosts who got their consolation courtesy Collins Mbesuma at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium.