Premier League Round-Up For 28Th February, 2015

There were narrow victories for Newcastle United, West Bromwich Albion, Swansea City and Stoke City in the Barclays Premier League on Saturday afternoon.

Capital One Cup Final: 5 Keys To Chelsea Vs Spurs

The Capital One Cup Final sees Chelsea vs Spurs with silverware on the line, so we look at how to take on Jose Mourinho’s side.

East/West Road Is 90 per cent completed

Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Dr. Stephen Oru disclosed that the strategic East West Road dualisation project has reached 90 percent completion.

Importance Of New Media In Journalism

The Chairman/CEO of Channels Television, Mr John Momoh has said the new media propelled by social platforms provides much opportunity for growth but at the same time presents challenges to traditional media.

Official: Nigeria Among 20 Fastest Growing Economies Globally

A new survey released by Bloomberg has projected that Nigeria, China, the Philippines, Kenya, India and Indonesia will rank among the 20 fastest growing economies in world this year.

Premier League: 5 Things To Watch Out For This Weekend

With Chelsea in League Cup final action on Sunday, the champions have the chance to close the gap at the top to just two points with a win at Liverpool.

Nigerian Body Blasts U.S. Inhuman and Unethical Brutalities

The Nigerian National Committee for the Study of Kimilsungism-Kimjongilism has posted article condemning the U.S. inhumane and unethical brutalities.

We Specialise In Snatching Motorcycles

Adekanmi, a 20-year-old robbery suspect is currently being quizzed by the Special Anti Robbery Squad (SARS) over allegation of series of armed robbery in Lagos and Ogun States.

Akwa Ibom: From 65% To 95% PVC collection

The Akwa Ibom  State Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) disclosed this in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, during a two-day workshop on responsible reporting of the 2015 general elections for media practitioners and civil society organisations, by Vibram Nigeria Limited in collaboration with NUJ and DSS.

Stolen Baby Found After 17 years

A baby stolen from her sleeping mother’s arms shortly after birth has been found by the family through an astonishing coincidence 17 years later, South African police said.

USA Issues Travel Advisory To Citizens Ahead Of 2015 Polls

The United States has said Nigeria's upcoming elections, which are closely contested between the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and All Progressives Congress (APC), present a possibility of violence.

Bomb Blast: 19 Killed In Biu, Nine In Jos

Biu in Borno State and Jos, Plateau State were attacked by bombers. While the Biu terror attack recorded 19 deaths, it was nine in Jos.

Latest ESPN FC Power Rankings: Barcelona tops, Chelsea No 5

ESPN FC releases a power rankings of world football every week. And two Premier League teams cracked the ESPN FC top ten this week, Chelsea and Manchester City.

5 Things Wenger will Speak On, In Pre-Match Press Conference

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will take part in his pre-match press conference later this morning ahead of their home game against Everton at the weekend, and we expect him to discuss five things in particular.

Arsenal Should Sack Wenger

Almost two thirds of those who voted in our poll believe this season should be the Frenchman's last in north London after Wednesday's shock European defeat to Monaco.

Chelsea Agree Five-Year Shirt Deal With The Yokohama Rubber Company

Chelsea have announced a new commercial sponsorship deal with a company few have ever heard of from Japan.

Kidnapped Medical Doctor Is Dead

Doctor Samuel Okpara, who was kidnapped on February 18 from his hospital at D-Line area of Port Harcourt, Rivers State has died in the hands of his abductors.

You Will Be Duly Rewarded - Jonathan To Soldiers

President Goodluck Jonathan in Mubi, Adamawa State and Baga, Borno State applauded Nigerian troops for proving their mettle once again through the rapid recapture of territories formerly held by insurgents in the country’s North-Eastern states.

President Jonathan Visits Towns Recaptured From Boko Haram

President Goodluck Jonathan made a brief visit to Adamawa State to see for himself some of the recaptured towns from Boko Harm in the state.

Investors Are Guaranteed Low Interest Rate And Capital

An investment organisation, Savjane World Trade Limited,  specialist in Eurobonds and other high rated financial instruments has assured large scale and long term investors in Akwa Ibom State and Nigeria of access to huge volume of capital to finance their businesses.

Court To IGP: Reinstate The Dismissed Policemen

Three police officers dismissed after an orderly room trial by the police for alleged conspiracy and theft have petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to obey the court order to reinstate them. Inspector Mustapha Gana (AP/NO 137262), Sergeant Amos Simon (F/NO 221959) and Corporal Aliyu Ibrahim (F/NO 261406) of the Zone 12 Police Command Bauchi were

Fabio Cannavaro Jailed

Ex-Italy international faces 10 months behind bars for entering his villa, despite the property being seized as part of a planning abuse investigation. Former Juventus and Real Madrid star Fabio Cannavaro has been handed a jail sentence for breaking the police seal at his home.

Champions League: 7 Untold Truths Of European football

1) Arsenal’s ‘luck of the draw’ excuse has finally been put out of its misery

Remember how Arsenal staff and fans alike would rue their terrible luck in the Champions League last-16 draw? How they constantly lamented being paired up against the likes of Barcelona and Bayern Munich while

Chief Judge Tasks Journalists On Fair Reporting

The Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, Justice Idongesit Ntem-Isua, has called on media practitioners in the state to ensure reponsible and fair reporting of ongoing political campaigns and elections coming up next month.

Manslaughter: 45-Year-Old Driver In Police Net

The Police has charged a 45 year old driver Kolawole Adeyemo to a Tinubu Magistrate’s Court, sitting on Lagos Island over alleged manslaughter.

Bus Driver And Co Gang rape 17-Year-Old Girl

An Asaba High Court has sentenced a member of a six-man gang that specializes in raping girls, identified as Chukwu Ebuka Sunday, to 35 years in jail for gang-raping a 17-year-old secondary school girl with five others now at large.

Jonathan Proves Critics Wrong Over Boko Haram

Niger Delta ex-militant leaders said that the remarkable achievements made by the Nigerian armed forces, the Joint Multi-national Task Forces in their present onslaught against Boko Haram in the North-East region, have proved President Goodluck Jonathan’s critics wrong.

Naira Trades At N198 To Dollar

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has officially devalued it again as the Nigerian currency will now be traded at the rate of N198 to one US dollar.

Anambra State Records Many Leprosy Cases

Anambra State Commissioner for Health, Dr Joe Akabuike has said that the state currently has 110 identifiable cases of leprosy across its 21 local government areas, in a press conference to mark the World Leprosy Day.

Reasons Liverpool Can Win The Europa League

They have a rich history in European competition

Liverpool are England’s most successful team in Europe, having won the European Cup on five occasions (1977, 1978, 1981, 1984, 2005), three Uefa Cups (1973, 1976, 2001) and three European Super Cups (1977, 2001, 2005.)

Rehabilitation Work On Wharf, Apapa Road Has Commenced

The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Godwin Eke, said that remedial work was being carried out on Wharf Road in Apapa to reduce the rate of accident.

Oshodi Boils Again

One person died and several others injured after some hoodlums clashed in the Oshodi area of Lagos.
 It is observed that no fewer than 12 vehicles were vandalised and 15 others burnt during the mayhem.

Tears Flow Freely In Bayelsa State

Many shed tears in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State capital as the remains of eight female politicians burnt to death were buried at the Gloryland Cemetery in Azikoro Village.

Don Jazzy Showers Half a Million Naira Gifts On Followers

In celebration of his and Tiwa Savage endorsement deal with online shopping site, Konga, the multi award-winning record producer, singer-songwriter, musician, CEO of Mavin Records, Michael Collins Ajereh, better known as Don Jazzy, has given out items worth half a million naira to his followers on micro-blogging site-Twitter.

Adeleke University Gets ICT Centre

Following the commissioning of a N50 million ICT resource centre in the school by the New Horizons Institute, students of Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State are set to join their counterparts in other private universities across the country to benefit from

Five Talking Points from Monaco's Trashing Of Arsenal

1) Giroud endures horror show after rave reviews in build-up

The stage had been set for the former Montpellier striker, as he entered the tie in excellent form, with eight goals in 11 appearances and plenty of plaudits to massage his ego.

Champions League: Monaco Routs Arsenal

Arsenal will have a mountain to climb in the second leg of its Champions League tie against Monaco after losing the first leg at home 3-1.

EFCC And CPC To Protect Consumers Against Scammers

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and Consumer Protection Council, CPC have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU to bring mortgage, on-line forex and other scammers of consumers to book.

Shagari Eulogises Jonathan, Clocks 90

Alhaji Shehu Shagari played host to former Nigerian leaders in Sokoto, the capital of Sokoto State, as he marked his 90th birthday.

You Are Liars: Keshi Blasts Nigeria Football administrators

The out-of-contract Super Eagles Coach, Stephen Keshi has called the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, liars.

Automatic Promotion For Nigerian Soldiers In War Front - COAS

Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Kenneth Minima, has instantly promoted soldiers currently participating in Baga operation. Upon his return back to Maiduguri, the army chief told journalists that his visit was to boost soldiers’ morale.

Elections May Hold Recovered Territories - COAS

Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Kenneth Minima, has said that elections could be held in territories recovered from the Boko Haram insurgents.

South Africa Beats Nigeria

Amajimbos defeated Nigeria to reach the final

The South African National Under-17, the Amajimbos, sailed into the final of the 2015 Caf U-17 African Youth Championships with a 1-0 win over Nigeria in the Niger capital of Niamey.

Louis Van Gaal and David de Gea Not In Speaking Terms

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has not spoken to David de Gea 'for months'. Despite reports indicating the Spaniard was close to signing a new contract with United, Spanish sports daily AS claim De Gea is experiencing a 'poor relationship' with Van Gaal.

Has Wenger Lost The Plot?

 I’ve heard Arsene Wenger make some pretty audacious claims before, such as ‘a returning player is like a new signing’ and ‘once Aaron Ramsey starts scoring, he’ll never stop’, but Arsenal winning this season’s Champions League title? I’m sorry Wenger – and Gunners fans – it’s just not going to happen.

More Private Universities Approved In Nigeria

 The Federal Executive Council has approved the issuance of operating licenses to nine new private universities in Nigeria. Once the operating licenses are issued, there will be 60 private universities in Nigeria.

Boko Haram Account Shuts Down By Twitter

Twitter suspended an account belonging to Nigerian radical Islamist group Boko Haram on Tuesday as tech companies begin to crack down on the sect’s evolving social media strategy.

Kevin De Bruyne: Small Fee Was My Downfall In Chelsea

Wolfsburg winger Kevin de Bruyne has blamed his small price tag for failing to make it at Chelsea.The Belgian international made only three Premier League appearances for the Blues following his £6.7m move from Racing Genk in January 2012.

Stealing Versus Corruption: Are They The Same? Was President Jonathan Right Or Wrong?

Following the recent controversy over the issue of whether or not stealing is corruption, it has become necessary to elucidate this issue particularly from the context of Nigerian criminal law. The issue came to the fore for the first time when the President, during a media chat sometime in 2014 made the statement that stealing and corruption are not the same.

Man Breaks Spinal Cord Fighting Over A Woman

 A young man, Akeem Amoo has broken his spinal cord after he engaged Michael Taiwo in a fight over a woman. The incident happened at about 7.40 p.m. recently at Omisesan junction, Alagbado area of Lagos State, western Nigeria, where the two men reside.