'I may not support Buhari's re-election in 2019'- Aisha Buhari

Aisha, the wife of Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari has said she may not back her husband’s re-election in 2019 unless he shakes up his cabinet.

I Would Have To Rotate My Squad

Mauricio Pochettino has hinted he will have to start rotating his Tottenham squad as they enter a busy, and crucial, part of the season. Spurs face seven games in 23 days, starting with their return to Premier League action against West Brom at The Hawthorns on Saturday.

Gerrard Back In Liverpool

 

Steven Gerrard has returned to Liverpool to continue his rehabilitation on a hamstring problem that has disrupted his MLS season with the Los Angeles Galaxy. Coach Bruce Arena confirmed the former England midfielder will miss Sunday's clash with Houston Dynamo and said he is unsure when the 36years old will be back in action.

Infantino Launches “FIFA 2.0”

 

Gianni Infantino has announced £3.25bn will be ploughed into football development as part of a drive to launch “FIFA 2.0”. The new president's Vision For The Future pledges to increase global particpation in the sport to 60 per cent and double the number of female footballers by 2026.

Imama Extends Contract With Rangers

 

Imama Amapakabo, Enugu Rangers head coach has decided to extend his stay at the club by penning a new deal with the Nigeria Professional Football League champions. His previous contract with the Coal City outfit ended at the end of last season in which he guided them to win their seventh title and he will now lead the side in their title defence next term as well as their campaign in the CAF Champions League.

FULL NOMINEE LIST - NIGERIAN WRITERS’ AWARDS 2017

It’s here again! The 2017 edition of the prestigious Nigerian Writers’ Awards (NWA) nomination kicked off on the 29^th of June to 9^th of September 2016 with over 485,000 people who visited the website to nominate Nigerian Writers of different genres who have proven their worth and commitment in writing in 24 major categories. NWA considered nomination for activities in the following period under review March 2015- May 2016.  

IllBliss To Showcase his 4th studio album at an event in Lagos

Hip-hop pioneer and entrepreneur IllBliss is set to drop his 4th studio album 'Illygaty: 7057' and as part of the build up to its release, he will be showcasing songs from the album to an exclusive audience at the '5ive Live: Hip Hop Sessions' event set for October 20 at The Bridge Lekki.

Chelsea player, Willian, loses mother to cancer

Midfielder, Willian recently lost his mother, Dona Zeze who died following a two-and-a-half year battle with cancer.

FG releases names of freed Chibok girls #ChibokGirls

The Federal government has released the names of 21 Chibok school girls released by extremist group, Boko Haram today, Thursday.

Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 4, Episode 4

 

Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. is already three episodes into its fourth season, but this year’s fiery main attraction, Ghost Rider, has only really encountered one of the main characters thus far, as he and Daisy have formed a partnership of sorts. That all changes on next Tuesday’s installment, however, as the Spirit of Vengeance’s host Robbie Reyes finds himself a captive of Coulson and friends.

A Director Has Been Selected For “Letters From Rosemary”

 

It’s been some time since we last reported on Letters From Rosemary but today the period drama has sprung into life with theater director Sam Gold closing in on a deal to take the reins. Variety has the scoop, confirming that Gold, a stalwart of Broadway who’s coming off the award-winning Fun Home, will direct Emma Stone in the Rosemary Kennedy film.

Homeland Season 6 Teaser

 

Showtime has unveiled the new promo for Homeland season 6. Simultaneously checking in on the events that transpired during last year’s episodes and introducing viewers to the show’s relocation to New York City, it’s a neat tease of what’s to come. Couple those glowing reviews with the casting of Elizabeth Marvel as Homeland‘s President-elect and you have all the makings of a nail-biting season.

News Update On Stranger Things Season 2

 

Matt and Ross Duffer have revealed that, there are a smattering of story clues littered throughout all eight episodes titles of Stranger Things season 2. Unveiled alongside Netflix’s official renewal the sophomore outing will be comprised of “Madmax”, “The Boy Who Came Back To Life”, “The Pumpkin Patch”, “The Palace”, “The Storm”, “The Pollywog”, “The Secret Cabin”, “The Brain” and “The Lost Brother”.

Skylanders Academy Trailer

 

Activision Blizzard has revealed the new trailer for the animated series Skylanders Academy, which will premiere exclusively on Netflix on Friday, October 28th. The Netflix original series for kids is the first production created by Activision Blizzard Studios.

News Concerning The Movie “Incognito”

 

Incognito, the cult comic series from Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips, has wandered down a long and meandering road in its path to landing a big-screen adaptation. There finally appears to be light at the end of the tunnel, as we hear that Daniel Casey and Fede Alvarez have both agreed terms to board Sony’s gestating feature.

Lucy Fry On Board For “Bright”

 

Max Landis made headlines earlier this year after his spec script for Bright, a supernatural buddy cop drama, was scooped by Netflix in a deal said to be in the region of $90 million. Since then, the pieces have slowly started to fall into place for the streaming giant, first teeing up a Suicide Squad reunion by recruiting Will Smith and director David Ayer, before adding Joel Edgerton and Alien: Covenant star Noomi Rapace.

The Flash Season 3, Episode 3

 

In the last episode of The Flash, we saw the just impact of Barry Allen’s trip back in time has had on the lives of his family and friends. Caitlin Snow has developed Killer Frost’s powers, Cisco’s brother was killed by a drunk driver, and over in Arrow, Diggle’s baby daughter Sara is now his little boy John Diggle Jr..

I Would Cherish My England Moments - Joe Hart

 

Joe Hart says he will continue to cherish every moment he plays for England after putting in a match of the match display against Slovenia. Hart looked back to his best form on Tuesday night as England secured a 0-0 draw in Ljubljana, turning in a near-flawless display and producing arguably the finest save of his career. 

UPDATE: How the 21 Chibok girls were released

The Nigerian government has given an insight into the negotiations that led to the release of 21 Chibok school girls.

Algeria To Inspect Uyo Facilities

 

Ahead of the November 12 World Cup qualifier with Nigeria's Super Eagles, the Algerians are sending a five-man delegation led by a top FA official to inspect facilities in Uyo.  The delegation will be received in Lagos by the Nigeria Football Federation Vice-President Sheyi Akinwunmi from where they will fly to Uyo to see the stadium, training pitch and hotels as well as make transport arrangements for their fans and contingent. The delegation will be in Nigeria from October 12- to October 15. 

Ighalo And Success Are Now My Enemies - Guedioura

Algeria midfielder, Adlene Guedioura, has said he is looking forward to meeting his Watford teammates turned 'enemies', Odion Ighalo and Isaac Success, when the Super Eagles host Algeria on matchday 2 of the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier in November in Uyo.

Breaking News: Boko Haram Release 21 Chibok Girls

The Islamic militancy group known as Boko Haram in Nigeria has today released a total number of 21 girls out of the more than 200 Chibok schoolgirls kidnapped in April 2014, a government source said.

Aston Villa Appoints Steve Bruce As New Manager

 

Steve Bruce has been confirmed as the new manager of Aston Villa. Bruce, who has been out of work since leaving Hull City in the summer, succeeds Roberto Di Matteo at Villa Park. Villa are currently 19th in Sky Bet Championship and host Wolves on Saturday evening, in Bruce's first match in charge.

Super Falcons Would Win AWCON

 

Super Eagles manager Gernot Rohr has advised players of the Super Falcons to have fun but be serious ahead of their defence of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon next month. Rohr declared on Tuesday that the Super Falcons can become the champions of Africa for the eighth time in Cameroon, where the 10^th Women Africa Cup of Nations will take place from 19 November to 13 December.

I Have Done A Good Job So Far

 

Gareth Southgate is happy with his handling of the England job but will make no early decision on his long-term ambition. The interim manager said on his appointment he would assess his ambitions after November's games against Spain and Scotland and nothing has changed, although Southgate is happy with his handling of the job to date.

Latest Promo For The Walking Dead Season 7

 

There was a lot of great TV to enjoy over the summer, but none of that really helped make the long wait for The Walking Dead‘s return any less agonizing. Season 6 ended on a massive cliffhanger, and while it will be great to learn the identity of Negan’s victim in the opening few minutes, what comes after that is in many ways even more intriguing.

Actress Lana Condor On Board For Alita: Battle Angel

Lana Condor has agreed terms to join Alita: Battle Angel, the long-awaited manga adaptation helmed by Robert Rodriguez. it’s understood the up-and-comer has boarded the futuristic sci-fi film as Koyomi, and will be rubbing shoulders with Rosa Salazar, Jackie Earle Haley, Ed Skrein, Eiza Gonzalez and Christoph Waltz. Mahershala Ali is said to be in contention for a villain role when production kicks off in Austin, Texas later this month.

The Predator Adds Boyd Holbrook

According to report Benicio Del Toro has bowed out of Shane Black’s The Predator, after having his eye on the lead role for some time. The studio cites scheduling issues as the reason for his departure, and given how busy the actor has been lately, we’re inclined to believe them.

Ivanna Sakhno Climbs Aboard Pacific Rim 2

Ivanna Sakhno isn’t a name that is likely to ring a bell on these shores. To date, the Ukrainian has starred in only two features in her native country but word has it that Sakhno is headed for the big, big time.
It’s been revealed that Ivanna Sakhno has climbed aboard Pacific Rim 2, joining John Boyega, Scott Eastwood, Jing Tian, Cailee Spaeny and the recently-cast Adria Arjona for another helping of Jaeger on Kaiju action.

Kim Kardashian now to go around in armoured cars

Kim K is beefing up her security following her Paris robbery. Read the TMZ report below...

Her new security detail includes former members of the Secret Service, who will be armed to the teeth. There will be at least one team of two hired muscles (minimum) everywhere she goes. We’re also told her car will be “armored.”