Keshi and Joseph Yobo quit Super Eagles

Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi and the team captain Joseph Yobo have both quit the team after failing to qualify to the quarter-final stage of the 2014 World Cup, Vanguard reports.

Speaking this evening after the Eagles' loss to France in the round of 16, Keshi said it was time to move on.

"I have to go back to my family and face fresh challenges,” Keshi said.

Eagles Captain, Yobo Joseph also said he's had enough and can go no further as national team player. “I think I should give the younger ones the opportunity to forge ahead. I have nothing new to offer.”

Adaeze Yobo slams football fans for criticizing Yobo's own goal

Super Eagles captain, Joseph Yobo, who I think played well tonight, scored an own goal in the Nigeria vs France match. Some football fans, who felt some type of way about it, took their anger out on his wife, Adaeze Yobo, calling her out on social media.

Instead of ignoring the jibes, Adaeze took to her instagram page to fire back. (what she wrote above)

Davido Wins BET's Best African Act Award.

 

Tiwa Savage's Outfit for 2014 BET Awards

  Meanwhile, check out her photo with Pharrell Williams....

France Beats Nigeria 2-0 to Reach WorldCup Quarter-finals

Paul Pogba's and a Joseph Yobo own goal, was all France needed to beat Nigeria 2-0 to qualify for the 2014 World Cup quarterfinals. How did you see the match, guys?

Boko Haram Locks Worshipers In Church, Kills 56 Near Chibok

              

                      

Boko Haram militants today invaded Kautikari, Kwada and Nguragila villages near Chibok in Borno State, killing at least 56 people and razing numerous homes.
SaharaReporters learned that the militants, dressed in military camouflage, stormed the three villages from 8:45 a.m. when many Christians were at Sunday services. One source said the militants arrived in the villages in a convoy of sports utility vehicles and unleashed terror on villagers for several hours. Their killing spree reportedly lasted till 12:30 p.m.

Massacre In Gboko: Soldiers At Dangote’s Cement Factory Kill 7; Company, Govt. Abandon Victims’ Families-PREMIUM TIMES

              

     

For 19-year-old Terhile Jirbo, it was another answer to the call of nature. But when gunfire rang out that afternoon of March 18, what seemed a harmless routine would leave a fatal scar on him and his community in Gboko, a major town in the North-central state of Benue.
Members of Mbayion community in Gboko had responded after a soldier shot Mr. Jirbo for emptying his bowel near the Gboko Cement factory, the second most lucrative cement factory belonging to Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote. The attacker was one of two-dozen troops securing the multibillion-dollar factory.
In protest of the shooting, the community members marched outside the factory, and for hours, they asked for justice.

Hours After Jonathan’s Promise Of Action, Herdsmen Strike Again In Southern Kaduna

                                                                 

                                                                                                                                                                 A few hours after President Goodluck Jonathan’s promise of “immediate action” on Sunday in deploying adequate troops to Southern Kaduna area of Kaduna state, the suspected herdsmen carried out a series of attacks in the night in one of the villages.
The armed men attacked the Ningon village. Witnesses say the men watching over the village saw how they killed a lady that was found in the village, and how they burnt down over 50 houses, before leaving when they sighted Nigerian army troops advancing.
 The armed herdsmen, according to locals, numbered in the dozens, and also have women among them in their killing squad.
One of the locals, who spoke through an interpreter said, “We saw them in (the) dozens while we were hiding in the forest, they killed a lady that has psychiatric problems, and they had burnt down over 50 houses, and (once) sighting the arriving soldiers they fled.”

     

PRESS RELEASE: Troops Bust Terrorists' Intelligence Network, Arrest A Key Actor In Chibok Abduction

                                

Babuji Ya’ari, businessman and Civilian JTF member involved in abduction of School Girls in Chibok

By Chris Olukolade

A terrorists’ intelligence cell headed by a businessman who participated actively in the abduction of School Girls in Chibok has been busted by troops.   The man, Babuji Ya’ari who is also a member of the Youth Vigilante Group popularly known as Civilian JTF which he uses as cover while remaining an active terrorist, also spearheaded the murder of the Emir of Gwoza.  His main role in the group is to spy and gather information for the terrorists group.
Babuji has been coordinating several deadly attacks in Maiduguri since 2011, including the daring attacks on Customs and military locations as well as the planting of IEDs in several locations in the town.

Nigerian Doctors To Begin Strike Tomorrow

                

      

Nigerian doctors will begin an indefinite strike tomorrow, after the Federal Government failed to heed a warning the doctors issued two weeks ago.
Speaking to the media in Abuja earlier today, the president of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Dr. Kayode Obembe, said the doctors had written an open letter to Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Anyim Pius Anyim, listing a set of grievances and demands.

President Jonathan Deplores Attacks On Churches Near Chibok

President Goodluck Jonathan today condemned Sunday’s Boko Haram attacks on churches in villages near Chibok, Borno State, where hundreds of girls were abducted two and a half months ago.
A statement by spokesman Reuben Abati said Mr. Jonathan deplored the renewed targeting by Boko Haram of adherents of a particular religion, and urged all lovers of peace and unity to wholly condemn the resurgence of efforts by agents of global terrorism to disunite and destabilize Nigeria by callously instigating violence among religious groups in the country.
“President Jonathan shares the view of the most learned Islamic leaders and scholars that no true Muslim will resort to the mindless killing of innocent people at any time, especially not during the holy month of Ramadan, to redress any perceived grievance,” he said.
“The President believes, therefore, that Sunday’s attacks on churches and other similar atrocities by Boko Haram are conclusive proof, if any is still needed, that its leaders and members are thoroughly misguided persons who are only using religion as a cover for their reprehensible crimes against their countrymen and women.”

Chile journalist Jhendelyn Nunez shows her bra after Alexis Sanchez goal against Brazil Last Night.

                                                             

Chilean stunner Jhendelyn Nunez showed her colours when star forward Alexis Sanchez scored the equaliser against Brazil - by flashing her bra.

The journalist was clearly delighted when Sanchez fired home to cancel out David Luiz's opener.  More pics below......

Divorced at 14: How thousands of Nigerian girls are forced into marriage only to be thrown out and end up with no education and no hope

                      

Beaten: Maimuna Abdullahi, left, is pictured recently at the school in Nigeria which has taken her in after her ordeal.

Maimuna Abdullahi was sold into marriage by her parents for £120 and abused by her new husband, who locked her away and forced hard labour on her.

When she ran home she was beaten, first by her father, then her husband, and was summarily divorced by her husband for daring to flee - and she is still just 14 years old.

She is one of thousands in Nigeria with similar stories - and, shockingly, her husband blames his beaten former bride for her ordeal, saying she was disobedient and over-educated. Continue.....

World Cup - Robben The Cheat- break Mexican hearts with A late Controversal Diving.

           

.                      Wesley Sneijder scores for Netherlands v Mexico

A stunning goal from Giovani Dos Santos and a string of magical saves from Guillermo Ochoa got Mexico to within two minutes of a spot in the last eight.

But Louis van Gaal's decision to replace Robin van Persie with Klaas-Jan Huntelaar paid off, as the sub was at the heart of the astonishing late comeback as the Netherlands pulled off an unforgettable victory.

Huntelaar nodded down from a corner for Wesley Sneijder with just two minutes left, and the Galatasaray playmaker drilled a stunning low shot into the corner.

World Cup - England fan has portion of ear ‘bitten off’ in Brazil

             

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                                                                                                                                                       According to the BBC the fan got into an altercation with another England fan during the England-Uruguay game, which culminated in one fan having a portion of his ear bitten off.

England lost the match 2-1.
British police in Brazil have been made aware of the incident.
Chief Superintendent Rachel Barber said: "We were made aware during the England vs Uruguay match in Sao Paulo that an incident had taken place which resulted in an England fan having a portion of his ear bitten off by another England fan.

"In the immediate aftermath, we managed to make contact with the victim and offered advice and support.

"The day after the attack, the victim chose to make a formal complaint to the local police, and they opened an investigation."

The police are yet to make an arrests, as confirmed by Gary Duffy of BBC Brazil.

Kim Kardashian Displays her Derriere as She Hits the Gym

                                     
Despite having partied into wee early hours for her sister Khloe’s birthday on Friday, Kim was spotted bright and up early the next day, ready to hit the gym. See more photos below...

Orji Uzor Kalu Says, How Much is Life Worth in Nigeria?

The former Governor of Abia State just shared this on his Facebook page. You can read the complete post there but here are excerpts.

Aliko Dangote 'Blesses' D'Banj's Koko Garri (Photo)

 

 

Keep that $30billion in mind...

Greece World Cup Team Turns Down Match Bonus!

The Greece 2014 World Cup squad have practically surprised the world after they politely turned down a bonus from their Prime Minister, Antonis Samaras, for reaching the knockout phase for the first time in the famous tournament’s history.

Instead, these guys requested that the cash be used to build a brand-spanking new training centre for the national side so that they can continue to provide better results for their country.
A very brief letter signed by all the 23 players, according to NewsBomb.gr, read:

New Look Of Waje As She Shows off her Weight Loss in New Photos

                                                             

Singer Waje had always made her weight loss journey an open one and all her hardwork is obviously paying off. Check out the singer's new slim look. Made me remember when I used to weigh 90kg. I weigh 67kg now.

 

See more photos below...

Chibok, Site Of Abduction Of Schoolgirls, Under Attack By Boko Haram

             

                                             Faces of abducted school girls

              

The terrorist Islamist group Boko Haram has launched a massive attack on Kautikari village in the Chibok area of Borno State. A security source as well as two residents of the area told SaharaReporters that the siege continues as at press time.

Again, Fulani Herdsmen Kill Scores Of Locals In Southern Kaduna

               

Gunmen operating in Southern Kaduna have killed 33 people in a village called Ambie and another 10 in Paa village. A security source told SaharaReporters that the killings took place in the late and early hours of Saturday.
The latest killings bring to about 200 the number of people killed since Monday in Sanga local government area in Kaduna State.
A community leader in the embattled area said there was a serious humanitarian crisis in the area. "More than 30, 000 people are camping in many public schools and police stations, and thousands are fleeing their villages to Nasarawa and Plateau states.

‘Goodluck Nigeria,’ Says New York Post In Reply To President Jonathan

                        

                                            President Goodluck Jonathan

       

Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan’s Washington Post ‘Op-Ed’ editorial received a rebuke from an unlikely source. The Rupert Murdock-owned New York Post shot-back at Jonathan with a sharply critical editorial of their own. Their rebuke, titled ‘Goodluck Nigeria,’ took aim at what they called ‘newspaper diplomacy.’

World Cup - Rodriguez genius fires Colombia past toothless Uruguay

         

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James Rodriguez of Colombia (R) scores the 1-0 during the FIFA World Cup 2014 round of 16 match between Colombia and Uruguay at the Estadio do Maracana in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil,

Colombia are through to face Brazil in the quarter-finals of the World Cup thanks to brace from James Rodriguez, the first a goal of the tournament contender.
With the sides locked at 0-0 and Uruguay defending deep in numbers, Rodriguez chested down the ball with his back to goal and unleashed a fantastic volley that crashed in via the bar.
If the first was a stunning solo effort, the second was a well-worked team goal. A great cross from Pablo Armero picked out the excellent Juan Cuadrado on the far post and he headed back across for Rodriguez to tap home.

World Cup - Brazil survive Chile shootout to make quarter-finals

             

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Julio Cesar is mobbed by team-mates after Brazil win shoot-out v Chile

Brazil came through their last-16 match in breathtaking fashion as they beat Chile 3-2 in a penalty shootout in Belo Horizonte.
The host nation earned a meeting with either Colombia or Uruguay after seeing off Chile in a pulsating clash which saw both sides have chances to clinch it.
The teams were deadlocked at 1-1 after extra time, with Alexis Sanchez having cancelled out David Luiz’s opener for Brazil - though whether Luiz should be credited with the goal is a matter of some debate, given that it appeared to be deflected goalward off the shin of Gonzalo Jara.
[LINK: Did Luiz score, or was it an own goal?]

Alibaba Foresees D'Banj Selling Koko Holdings for $30Billion

Ace comedian, Alibaba, just shared this on Instagram. Who else sees this happening? His IG post continues after the jump

Channel O & MAVIN Records Are Giving YOU The Chance To Be IN The DOROBUCCI Music Video

This month, the ever-cool Channel O is collaborating with hot Nigerian music label Mavin Records to offer one lucky SuperFan the incredible opportunity of being included in the upcoming DoroBucci music video, alongside celebrated Mavins Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, Dr. Sid, D’Prince, Reekado Banks, Korede Bello and Di’Ja.

In keeping with its SWAG theme (Something We Africans Got), Channel O is rolling out a year of great surprises, and this exciting new competition which will be run over social media platforms, is just the latest!

In addition to starring alongside some of Nigeria’s biggest stars, the one lucky SUPERFAN will get to hang out with the artistes who’ll answer their questions about life in music’s fast lane. You’ll be backstage and in front of the cameras, so if you have ever wanted to know what it takes to make the phenomenal music videos you see on television, then wonder no more!

19-Year Old Girl Says She Is In Trouble For Exposing The Father Of Her 2 Weeks Old Baby To Police

It was clear Kate Olowu was very tense when she opened the door of their residence on 39, Unity Street, Egan area of Igando, Lagos after several knocks on Monday evening.

But when the young, fair-complexioned woman peered through the doorway and spoke in a timid voice to inquire the reason for our correspondents’ visit, there was little doubt that she was a young woman.

She later revealed that she was 19 years old.

Osun Election: Aregbesola, Omisore At War As Omisore Starts Door To Door Campaign

                   Iyiola Omisore in a rural area in Osun state in continuation of his door to door campaign

As the 9 August governorship election in Osun State draws near, the leading governorship candidates, incumbent Governor, Rauf Aregbesola of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and Iyiola Omisore of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, are locked in a war of words over who has the better credential to run the state.

While Aregbesola lambasted Omisore at a campaign rally in Ikirun in Ifelodun Local Government Area of the State, warning him not to over-step his boundary, Omisore fired back at the governor, describing him as a half-educated person.

The Top 15 International Celebrities Who Have A Heart Of Gold

In March 2014, a family wrote a letter to Cristiano Ronaldo asking for a pair of signed shoes and a shirt. They wanted these items, so they could auction them off in order to fund an operation for their 10-month-old baby. Their child needed the operation in order to live and the cost of the operation was about 66,000 euros, approximately $90,000. Ronaldo sent them the signed shoes, shirt and even a cheque of 83,000 Euros which is about $112,000. Continue here to read the full story and see other 14 celebrities who also have a heart of gold.

Bread & Butter Celebrities & Failed Marriages By Etcetera

If you listen to relationship programmes on radio, you would notice that many Nigerians are indeed struggling with their relationships and marriages and they are all seeking help. And because they do not have a glaring media attention serialising their issues, making judgements, giving strong commentary, poking them emotionally, there are chances of their relationships and marriages problems being solved.

Why is it that with the fame, fortune and good looks, our celebrities’ marriages still don’t work? It has been a strange phenomenon that the union of people in the limelight hardly lasts, indeed. So the question is, why do most celebrity marriages crash frequently? Continue below....

Charly Boy Disgraces Gov. Okorocha Yesterday At Father’s Burial

Burial

The first son of late Justice Chukwudifu Oputa, Charly boy, yesterday disgraced Governor Rochas Okorocha at an Arequiem mass organised for his father in Imo State.

Chief Okorocha, was stopped midway into his speech, by Charly Boy when the Catholic Bishop invited him to the alter to pay his tribute to the fallen judge. Charly boy walked up angrily to the altar, snatched the micro-phone from the governor, and yelled at the Bishop for giving him the micro-phone to pay tribute to his father.

Nigerian Military Bars 278 Muslim Pilgrims, Senator Ndume From Flying Out Of Maiduguri

              

                                                         Senator Ali Ndume

                                                                                                                                                            There was tension twice yesterday at the Maiduguri airport in Borno State as the Nigerian military barred 278 Islamic pilgrims headed for the Umrah pilgrimage from boarding a flight. In a separate development, the military also stopped Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume from taking a flight out of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State.
Our correspondent gathered that the military prohibited the senator and other pilgrims from boarding the chartered aircraft and forced both flights to take off from the Maiduguri airport with empty seats.          

Bomb Blast At Bauchi Soccer Viewing Center Kills 10, Injures 14

             

                         

At least 10 people have been killed while 14 others sustained injuries from a bomb blast at People's Hotel brothel in Bayangarin area of Bauchi township on Friday night.
An eyewitness told SaharaReporters that five men in military uniform perpetrated the heinous act.
The witness said he was at a viewing centre close to the hotel when the men arrived, detonating explosives and then shooting at random to  kill those trying to escape.
“Those of us who saw them thought they were soldiers who wanted to come and enjoy replays of the World Cup goals that we were all watching," he said.

13-year-old Boy Discovers Massive Bomb near Kano Mosque

A 13-year-old boy, today, discovered a massive bomb placed in a car near a Jumuat Mosque in Kano and promptly alerted the police.

According to the police spokesperson in Kano, Magaji Majiya, the young boy became suspicious after noticing the abandoned car looking “heavy with loads.”
Mr. Majiya said:

“The bomb targeting worshippers was placed inside a Toyota Tercel car near a Mosque
in Sauna Pfanuga area of Nasarawa Local Government, Kano metropolis,”

He also said after the boy discovered the bomb he alerted the police nearby and the anti-bomb squad were invited.

Wenger... as you've never seen him before! After a dip in the sea, he bosses beach football with RVP-esque diving header

                                                      Arsene Wenger took time out from his busy schedule of punditry and scouting to take a dip in the sea at Ipanema beach before enjoying a game of beach football.    

Fabulous Kim Kardashian in strapless dress, revealling her every curve .

                           

When you think you;ve had enough of her then boom ! These photos are just wow !  The 33-year-old displayed her hourglass figure in a strapless dress that showed off her every curve as she was spotted leaving her New York apartment today . You like ? See more pics after the cut....

French Montana gives Khloe Kardashian a $48,000 Jeep as she celebrates her 30th birthday.

 French Montana reportedly gave rumoured girlfriend Khloe Kardashian a jeep worth  $48 ,000 on  Thursday evening as her  30th birthday gift . See another photo of her with her birthday cake below ...

Photos : President Goodluck Jonathan visits scene and victims of Abuja bomb blast

Just this morning , President Goodluck Jonathan  visited the scene of the bomb blast that hit Emab Plaza in Abuja on Wednesday June 25th, killing 21 people and injuring 15.

 He withdrew from 23rd Ordinary Session of African Union Heads of States  in Malabo on hearing the news  of the bomb blast . After arriving this morning , he  visited some of the victims who are currently  receiving treatment at the Maitama District Hospital in Abuja.
Yesterday , it was the Vice President who visited victims of the bomb blast . Wishing them quick and safe recovery , Amen .Continue to see more photos below ...

Mysterious snakes, bees attack Boko Haram in Sambisa Forest.

Well according to Vanguard though . This news also got featured on UK's Dailymail too . Members of Boko haram who were arrested on Wednesday confessed to being chased by mysterious snakes and bees . They also mentioned that their leaders also fled from the Sambisa Forest owing to what they believe is spiritual attacks from mysterious snakes and bees, which had killed many of the leaders. Read full report below from Vanguard  :

Breaking News ! Manchester United signs Luke Shaw for £31.5m [Photos]

Southampton's Luke Shaw has completed a £31.5million switch to Manchester United and has signed a four-year deal at Old Trafford.  The 18- year- old successfully completed a routine medical at United's Carrington training complex and has been informed he will be manager Louis van Gaal's first-choice left-back.

He is currently the world's most expensive teenager in football . Wayne Rooney also welcomed him in a tweet , see it above . See more photos below ...

Super Eagles boycott training on Thursday over unpaid bonuses

The Super Eagles boycotted their training on Thursday over unpaid bonuses .President  Jonathan has now  assured the country's senior players at the World Cup that the squad will be paid their bonus money.

BBC Sport understands Nigeria's players fear they will not be paid after the tournament - a situation that occurred after last year's Confederations Cup.BBC Sport understands the players believe they are each $15,000 (£8,800) short of what they were expecting for reaching the last 16 in Brazil.

While the players have demanded they receive their money now, the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) is not in a position to make that payment until it receives its prize money from Fifa.It is that impasse that has led President Jonathan to intervene.There also appears to be an issue over the amount the players think they are owed.