Serie A clubs reject proposal to become 18-team league

Serie A teams have voted against the proposal from the top four clubs to reduce the league’s population from 20 to 18 teams. In a decisive move that underscores the diversity of opinion within Italian football, Serie A clubs have collectively decided to maintain the league’s current 20-team format. This decision emerged from a general assembly meeting of the league held on February 12, where a proposition to streamline the league to 18 teams was put to a vote. Despite the backing of Italian football giants-Juventus, Inter Milan, AC Milan, and Roma-the proposal failed to secure the necessary majority, with … Continue reading Serie A clubs reject proposal to become 18-team league

FA Cup fifth round draw completed [Full fixtures]

The draw for the FA Cup fifth round has been conducted on Sunday. Manchester City are away at Luton Town, while the winner between Chelsea and Aston Villa will play the winner between Leeds and Plymouth. Sixth-tier Maidstone United will take on either Sheffield Wednesday or Coventry City. Liverpool will host either Watford or Southampton at Anfield. The ties will be played during the week commencing February 26. FA Cup fifth-round draw in full: Blackburn Rovers or Wrexham vs Newcastle United Chelsea or Aston Villa vs Leeds United or Plymouth Argyle Bournemouth vs Leicester City Liverpool or Norwich City vs … Continue reading FA Cup fifth round draw completed [Full fixtures]

Saudi Pro League Is Better Than French Ligue 1 – Cristiano Ronaldo

Portuguese football Legend, Cristiano Ronaldo has stressed that the Saudi Pro League is better than the French Ligue 1. Cristiano Ronaldo who stated this after winning multiple awards in the Globe Soccer Awards on Friday, January 19, said he can attest to how good the league is after playing there for one year. Recall that the 36-year-old five times Ballon d’Or winner joined the Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr less than two months after Manchester United terminated his contract for publicly criticizing the club. From January to December 2023, Cristiano Ronaldo scored a whopping 44 goals for Al Nassr … Continue reading Saudi Pro League Is Better Than French Ligue 1 – Cristiano Ronaldo

Super Eagles Can Go Far At AFCON – Drogba

Didier Drogba believes that the Super Eagles of Nigeria have the potential to go all the way and clinch the African Cup of Nations. Ivory Coast football legend Didier Drogba believes that the Super Eagles of Nigeria have the potential to go all the way and clinch the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023, currently taking place in his native Ivory Coast. Drogba’s positive remarks follow Nigeria’s impressive 1-0 victory over the hosts, secured by William Troost-Ekong’s penalty-a result that caught many by surprise given the perceived strength of Jose Peseiro’s team. In an interview monitored by Official54fx, the former … Continue reading Super Eagles Can Go Far At AFCON – Drogba

Poverty in Nigeria reduced by seven percent – World Bank

Increased access to the internet in Nigeria and Tanzania led to a 7% drop in extreme poverty and an 8% rise in job opportunities in just three years, a new World Bank report reveals. The study, titled “Digital transformation drives development in Africa,” demonstrated the ability of increased connectivity to create jobs, boost wages, thereby lifting people out of poverty. “The minimal usage of mobile internet is a lost opportunity for inclusive growth in Africa,” Andrew Dabalen, World Bank Chief Economist for Africa, said. He added, “Closing the uptake gap would unlock the continent’s potential to generate jobs for its … Continue reading Poverty in Nigeria reduced by seven percent – World Bank

Transfer: Chelsea to sign Bayern star for Pochettino

Chelsea is considering signing Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies in a bid to bolster their manager Mauricio Pochettino’s squad. According to Football London, Chelsea is keeping tabs on Davies and are plotting a move for the 23-year-old, who is also a target for Real Madrid. The report added that the Premier League West London club are reportedly ready to go all out for the Canadian left-back in the summer. Davies’ current contract with Bayern Munich will run out at the end of the 2024-25 season. Chelsea, meanwhile, have struggled on the left side of the defense recently. Ben Chilwell, who … Continue reading Transfer: Chelsea to sign Bayern star for Pochettino

Ahmed Musa declares: AFCON is not about beauty, nobody cares about technique

Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa says AFCON is not about beauty or technique in reaction to comments made by Ghana’s Andre Ayew. Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, has reacted to comments made by Ghana’s Andre Ayew about football in the Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON. Ayew believes that CAF’s elite football fiesta, the AFCON, is more difficult than the FIFA World Cup and the Nigerian skipper has supported the claim. Ayew’s comments on AFCON Ghana’s Black Stars have started the AFCON 2023 on a shaky note after one defeat and a draw in their opening two matches. According to a … Continue reading Ahmed Musa declares: AFCON is not about beauty, nobody cares about technique

Faces of notorious robbery suspects terrorising popular Lagos domain

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested five notorious robbery suspects terrorising Agege Under bridge area of Lagos, Southwest Nigeria. Operatives of the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS) arrested the robbers on Thursday around 10:30pm acting on credible intelligence. The police, in a statement said the suspects had been harassing and dispossessing passersby of their valuables at Agege Under the Bridge. 10:30 p.m yesterday: Lagos Rapid Response Squad (@rrslagos767), acting on credible intelligence arrested five robbery suspects at Agege Under bridge for harassing and dispossessing passersby of their valuables. The suspects are: Akeem Alabi (30)Toba Bolu (20)Abah… pic.twitter.com/MGImythhMZ – Jubril … Continue reading Faces of notorious robbery suspects terrorising popular Lagos domain

WhatsApp will soon stop working on these iPhone and Samsung devices

WhatsApp periodically phases out older smartphones, so it’s no surprise that this year around 50 devices will no longer be able to run the messaging app. This is the second time in the last three months that WhatsApp is phasing out support for a big chunk of Android and iOS devices. The last time happened in October when WhatsApp revealed it will no longer support iPhone SE, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus, as well as no less than 40 Android devices from Samsung, Huawei, LG, Sony, ZTE, HTC, Lenovo, and Alcatel. This time around WhatsApp confirmed it will no longer … Continue reading WhatsApp will soon stop working on these iPhone and Samsung devices

Beauty Trends To Look Out For In 2023

2023 is right around the corner, and the beauty industry is already abuzz with anticipation of what new trends will be making their way into the market. In recent years, we’ve seen a huge increase in natural and organic beauty products, as well as a major focus on sustainability. As we move closer to 2023, it’s likely that these trends will continue to evolve and grow. Here are some of the beauty trends to look out for in 2023. 1. Eco-Friendly Packaging The beauty industry has already started to make strides in reducing its plastic usage, and this trend is … Continue reading Beauty Trends To Look Out For In 2023

Here Is The Shocking Salary Cristiano Ronaldo Would Receive At Al-Nassr FC

Here is the shocking wage Cristiano Ronaldo would receive from Al-Nassr FC following the official announcement of his deal. Signed, sealed and delivered, Cristiano Ronaldo has completed his move to the Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr FC, and this was confirmed in an official statement released by the club, but football fans are wondering just how much CR7 would receive from the deal. Al-Nassr FC confirmed the signing of the Portuguese legend in an official statement that the club has made history. The statement read: History in the making. This is a signing that will not only inspire our club to … Continue reading Here Is The Shocking Salary Cristiano Ronaldo Would Receive At Al-Nassr FC

Transfer: Ronaldo signs two-year deal with new club

Cristiano Ronaldo has put pen to paper on a contract with Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr. The 37-year-old will earn an eye watering £175million-a-year. Ronaldo left Manchester United in November after his contract was terminated with six months left on it. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner is now set to continue his career in the Middle East. According to Marca, Ronaldo’s deal is for seven years and he will play for two-and-a-half years before taking up an ambassadorial role. His decision to move to Saudi Arabia effectively ends his career at the top level. It is thought Ronaldo had been hoping … Continue reading Transfer: Ronaldo signs two-year deal with new club

“Nigeria you do this one” – Man appreciates Nigeria for providing cheap education.

A man identified as Tola has expressed gratitude for Nigeria’s inexpensive education cost. He took to the microblogging platform, Twitter to brag about the cost of education for schooling in Nigeria for four years being less than $150 unlike schools abroad. According to him, he was in the same class with students who took over $150k in students loan and they would get the same job opportunities after school. In his words; “9ja you do this one. To think that I spent less than $150 in today’s value for my Bachelors in Nigeria including off campus accommodation. The Tuition and … Continue reading “Nigeria you do this one” – Man appreciates Nigeria for providing cheap education.

Portable makes grand entrance at show in white coffin (Video)

Controversial Afrobeat singer, Portable better known as Ika of Africa, makes a grand entrance at a show in a white coffin. It would be recalled that the Zazu crooner recently gave an energetic performance where he climbed to the top of a platform during a show. During the Zazu concert held at the African Shrine, he made an unexpected entrance at the beginning of the show with pallbearers who carried him in a white coffin. Portable was ushered in with chants and praises accompanied by a drummer who gave an impressive beat with a talking drum – gangan. Portable, however, … Continue reading Portable makes grand entrance at show in white coffin (Video)

Davido returns to social media, shares loved up moments with Chioma in Qatar

Internationally recognized Afrobeat singer, Davido Adeleke, returns to social media with his darling wife, Chioma Rowland, after weeks of radio silence. The singer has been away from the media’s reach following the loss of his dear son, Ifeanyi Adeleke Jnr. who passed on due to a domestic accident at their residence. Davido who is booked for a show performance at the closing event of the FIFA World Cup makes his first post from the Lusail Stadium in Doha, Qatar. Taking to the image-sharing platform, Instagram, O.B.O shared a photo of himself with Chioma Rowland. Fans and well wishers flooded his … Continue reading Davido returns to social media, shares loved up moments with Chioma in Qatar

Qatar 2022: Mbappe, Messi others win awards after World Cup final (Full list)

Following the conclusion of the 2022 World Cup, the organizers have handed out awards to outstanding players. Argentina midfielder, Enzo Fernandez, has been named Young Player of the Tournament. His teammate Lionel Messi is the Player of the Tournament. Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez takes home the Goalkeeper of the Tournament prize. France forward, Kylian Mbappe, who scored eight goals for Les Bleus wins the Top Scorer of the Tournament. Argentina won the trophy via a penalty shoot-out after the game ended 3-3 after 120 minutes. FULL LIST: Enzo Fernández (Young Player of the Tournament). Emiliano Martínez (Goalkeeper of the Tournament). … Continue reading Qatar 2022: Mbappe, Messi others win awards after World Cup final (Full list)

Argentina vs France: Messi breaks another record during World Cup final

Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, on Sunday evening broke another World Cup record after he started the 2022 Qatar final between his team and France. Recall that Messi had made his 1,000th competitive appearance in the knockout stages in Qatar. The 35-year-old made his 26th World Cup appearance in the final against France at the Lusail Stadium, breaking the record previously held by Germany legend Lothar Matthaus for the most World Cup games by a male player. The Paris Saint-Germain forward equalled and surpassed the Argentina record – which belonged to the late Diego Maradona earlier in the competition. The former … Continue reading Argentina vs France: Messi breaks another record during World Cup final

Qatar 2022: Argentina emerges World Cup champions after beating France

Argentina have been crowned the 2022 FIFA World Cup champions after beating France in the final. La Albiceleste had drawn 3-3 against France after 120 minutes at Lusail Stadium. Lionel Messi and Angel di Maria put Argentina 2-0 up in the first half, but Kylian Mbappe scored a brace in the second half to force the game into extra time. However, Messi scored for Argentina in 108 minutes before Mbappe completed his hat-trick as he scored a late extra-time second-half goal to force the game into a penalty shootout. Argentina eventually won 4-2 on a penalty shootout to win the … Continue reading Qatar 2022: Argentina emerges World Cup champions after beating France

Adorable moment between Tems and physically challenged fan set tongues wagging (Video)

International music star, Tems gave one of her fans the most remarkable moment during her concert in Abuja. Tems has been a force from the get-go. The singer is very aware of her impact on her fans and takes absolute pride in honing her craft. She was present at a concert in Abuja where she gave one of the best performances. However, one moment stood out for both the artist and her fans. It was the moment the singer serenaded a physically-challenged fan. The singer had brought her up on stage and sang beautifully to her. Both were moved to … Continue reading Adorable moment between Tems and physically challenged fan set tongues wagging (Video)