Ogenyi Onazi Signs Contract Extension

Nigerian international Ogenyi Eddy Onazi, Monday, has penned a two-year contract extension that would see him earn more at Lazio.

Onazi moved to Italy from a local club, My People FC, in Nigeria, and his new contract with the Serie A club will see him remain at the side until 2018.

The scrupulous midfielder took to twitter to express his delight, and appreciate necessary parties.

“I say a big thank you to God, my family, my team and my fans as I sign an extension to my contract,” Onazi tweeted.

"Giwa Get Out Of NFF Seat"

Nigeria's House of Representatives on Thursday ordered the controversially elected president of the Nigerian Football Association, Chris Giwa, to quit the offices of the football federation as soon as possible, SuperSport reports.

Giwa, who is the owner of a Glo Premier League club Giwa FC, was factionally elected as the NFF president - some few days after former president, Aminu Maigari, and  some of his executives were arrested by the State Security Service.

Tributes To Late Professor Dora Nkem Akunyili

Dora Nkem Akunyili (14 July, 1954 - 7th June, 2014) served Nigeria as the Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the Minister of Information and Communications.

Prof. Akunyili was exceptional in all her services to Nigeria, and she was part of the very few leaders who hoped to see a "re-branded Nigeria".

Always thinking about the good of Nigeria, Dora defiled her health condition, at the 2014 National Conference, to give Nigeria her last words.

Chris Giwa... The New NFF President

Chairman of Nigeria Professional League club Giwa FC, Christopher Giwa as emerged the new president of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), folloeing an election at the NFF headquarters in Abuja this week.

Giwa polled 27 votes to defeat his fellow contestant, former vice president - Mike Umeh, who got two votes in an election where 29 out of 44 members participated in the voting exercise.

President Jonathan's Speech On The Submission of 2014 National Conference Report

Here is the speech delivered by President Goodluck Jonathan at the submission of the 2014 National Conference Report.
 

PROTOCOLS
 

1. Mr Chairman, very distinguished delegates, it is with all gladness that I address you this day. After nearly five months endeavour to find the appropriate verb for the noun of our country within the syntax of human experience, you have brought to a grateful Nation, the report of the 2014 National Conference.

2. I want to congratulate the Chairman and his able team, the Delegates, all Nigerians and indeed everyone who has contributed one way or the other to the successful convocation and conclusion of the Conference.

3. I also congratulate the Presidential Advisory Committee which developed the framework for the Conference after travelling around the country. We cannot afford to take for granted the efforts and commitment that the delegates and the leaders put into the Conference to make it a success. The patriotic zeal was evident in the inputs of the delegates into the dialogue and how these have now formed the basis of the report.

US donates bomb detectors to Nigeria Police

The United States of America donated high-tech bomb detector robots to the Nigeria Police Force this week.

The West African country have experienced a series of bomb blasts in recent time, and this is thought to be orchestrated by the dreadful Boko Haram group.

According to reports, the U.S.Ambassador, James Entwistle, presented the robots when he visited the Acting Inspector General of Police, Suleiman Abba.

Big Boss Deal Still Uncertain As NFF Lingers...

According to reports from Supersport, the Nigeria Football Federation [NFF] and the 2013 AFCON winning coach, Stephen Keshi, are yet to conclude negotiations over a proposed contract for the 'Big Boss'.

Keshi's representative and brother, Emmanuel Ado, informed supersport.com that the football federation has only sent his client a copy of the contract proposal.

Ado, however, disclosed that negotiation with the NFF will hold in Abuja on Wednesday.

Keshi Accepts NFF Offer, May Resume Duty Soon

 

According to AfricanFootball.com, coach Stephen Keshi, on Monday, sent a formal notice to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) accepting to continue as the country’s head coach.

The NFF three-man committee to open contract talks with Keshi formally sent him a letter of intent and it was this letter that the 'Big Boss' had replied to.

Popular 'manhood' and its effects on our African society

In an era dominated by men who want to live a life void of ennui, the true meaning of the term 'manhood' has been generally abused. Most men are quick to refer to the word manhood - when speaking about matters of less relevance - without thinking of its true meaning.

Although an ambiguous term, the true definition of manhood ought to be shrouded by the assumption of the full responsibilities of any man. In other words, when referring to manhood, a person should be quick to think of responsibilities - and how to assume them. However, most men of our society, today, have mistaken manhood for the sexual organ alone. Those in this school of thought feel like 'real men' when they can impregnate every woman and leave them in 'womanhood' states.

We Are All Marked people - Tinubu

National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Thursday, lamented  that the country is in the grip of terror.

Tinubu also criticised the President , Dr. Goodluck Jonathan, and his administration for its “bungling, back passing and blackmailing Presidency”.

Thank God For Saving Buhari's Life - President Jonathan

President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, on Wednesday, condemned the bombings in Kaduna whilst thanking God for sparing the lives of Major Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (retd.) and prominent Islamic Cleric, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi.

In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, President Jonathan denounced the targeting of political and religious leaders by terrorists; and indicated that he had directed the Police and other security agencies to take all necessary actions to apprehend the perpetrators of the attacks.

Iheanacho earns praise from Man City coach Pellegrini

Manchester City boss, Manuel Pellegrini, has heaped praise on Nigerian starlet Kelechi Iheanacho for his impressive performance in the 4-1 win over Sporting KC at the Sporting Park, Kansas on Wednesday.

The 17-year-old, who netted a screamer in the 88th minutes, was exceptional for his side on his debut appearance - as they cruised past Sporting KC.

And Pellegrini believes the young Nigerian player would be an important player for the Manchester club in the future, if he remains focused.

Bombers wanted to kill me - Gen. Buhari

Former military head of state, General Muhammadu Buhari (retd) has insisted that the second explosion that ripped through Kaduna on Wednesday afternoon was an assassination attempt on his life.

CONFAB: Ozekhome wants Nigeria renamed ‘AIREGIN’

Chief Mike Ozekhome, a Federal Government delegate at the ongoing National Conference in Abuja, has proposed that the name Nigeria should be changed to ‘Airegin’.

He made the proposal on Wednesday, while contributing to the debate on the report of the Committee on Political Restructuring and Forms of Government, co-chaired by retired General Ike Nwachukwu and Honourable Umaru Kumaila.

Ozekhome  argued that it was imperative to wash Nigeria of the colonial legacy saying that it was a colonial imposed name which should be changed to reflect originality, suggesting that the old National anthem, written by Mr Taiwo Akinwumi, and the old flag, which was designed with the rising sun on it should be reintroduced, as it is peculiar with all parts of the country.

Mikel Obi heaps praise on Pogba

Following the second round clash of the Fifa World Cup between Nigeria and France on Monday which ended 2-0, Super Eagles midfielder John Mikel Obi has heaped praise on Les Blues and Juventus star Paul Pogba.

The Chelsea man has owned up that apart from the midfield duel with Pogba being "incredible", the Frenchman also deserved top marks.

Keshi's Exit Would Be Too Risky - Okocha

Former Nigeria captain Austine 'JayJay' Okocha believes the resignation of Stephen Keshi as Super Eagles head coach would be detrimental to the growth of the country's football.

The former Bolton Wanderer play-maker described Keshi, 52, as the "best indigenous coach Nigeria ever had" since the reign of football in the country.

Hence, Okocha stressed continuity, stating that the Delta-born coach deserves a long term job with the national team.

Jonathan cuts short AU engagement to visit Emab bomb site

President Goodluck Jonathan, on Friday, visited Emab Plaza in central Abuja where a bomb blast killed at least 21 people on Wednesday - with the attack blamed on Boko Haram.

Jonathan, who reportedly cut short an African Union engagement to meet victims, later went to a hospital where victims were being treated.

Keshi: Musa, Emenike ‘ll knock out France

 

As the Super Eagles of Nigeria face a highly spirited France side in the World Cup round of 16, coach Stephen Keshi believes his side should not be regarded as underdogs - as all teams are good.

France top talisman, Karim Benzema, has been touted as the portent striker that would cause trouble for the Super Eagles who rattled Argentina before going down 3 -2.

When asked what he thought about the probability of Nigeria facing the Real Madrid ace, Keshi replied quick as a flash: “And France will be facing Musa, Emenike … ”  Continue...

GEJ: Boko Haram war is worse than Nigerian civil war

Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, on Wednesday, insisted that the ongoing war against Boko Haram insurgency in the North-East is worse than the Nigerian civil war.

President Jonathan bemoaned that whereas the battle line was drawn in the case of the civil war as the enemies were known, the war on terror is complicated because of the fact that the enemies are faceless and within.

However, the president says he is confident that the "faceless" enemies would not achieve their goals, especially because of the prayers of the faithful.

Pictures: Lionel Messi's birthday gift from Adidas

Today is Lionel Messi’s 27th birthday and Adidas celebrate Messi’s special day by releasing a special edition  of Messi's boots on Tuesday.

Here is the picture of the colourful and expensive boot: