Tag: youth

1Sep By BobbyNo Comments

Sport

Ademola Lookman: Leicester City sign winger from RB Leipzig

The Super Eagles prospect will represent Brendan Rodgers’ Foxes in the 2021-22 campaign after moving from the Bundesliga Leicester City have announced the signing of Nigeria prospect Ademola Lookman from RB Leipzig on loan. Following his inability to tie down a regular place in the Bundesliga outfit’s first team, the former England youth international was shipped to Fulham for the 2020-21 campaign. This season, however, he will feature for the King Power Stadium outfit who will be participating in the Europa League this season.  

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1Sep By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

Sport

Newcastle sign Santiago Munoz in striking similarity to film

The Magpies have announced the arrival of the Santos Laguna teenager, in a peculiar case of fact almost echoing fiction Newcastle United have confirmed the capture of Mexico youth international Santiago Munoz on an 18-month loan move, in a deal that bears a striking similarity to key elements of the film "Goal!." The Magpies have announced the arrival of the Santos Laguna teenager on a contract that will run through the middle of the 2022-23 season, with a view to a permanent switch. But it is the peculiar, fact-imitating-fiction nature of the transfer that has raised eyebrows following the news of the 19-year-old's arrival on Tyneside.

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1Sep By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

Sport

Juventus complete Ihattaren signing from PSV and loan wonderkid to Sampdoria

The 19-year-old impressed after coming through the Dutch club's youth system and has opted for a switch to the Italian top-flight Juventus have confirmed the signing of Mohamed Ihattaren from PSV in a deal understood to be worth around €6 million (£5m/$7m) and have sent the attacking midfielder on loan to Sampdoria. The 19-year-old has signed a four-year contract with the Turin side. Ihattaren, who made the 2021 NXGN top 50 list of the best wonderkids in world football, will spend the 2021-22 campaign on loan at fellow Serie A side Sampdoria.  

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26Aug By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

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Pape Matar Sarr: Who is Tottenham’s new £25m teenage signing?

The 18-year-old has been chased by a host of Premier League sides this summer after a superb breakout season for Metz last season It has been a tumultuous summer at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The saga around Harry Kane's future has, of course, dominated proceedings, though it now seems that the England captain will be remaining with his boyhood club until at least January. In terms of incomings, meanwhile, the emphasis seems to have been towards youth.

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20Aug By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

Sport

Leshabela: Shrewsbury Town sign Leicester City star on loan

The 21-year-old midfielder has officially moved from the Foxes to Montgomery Waters Meadow on a season-long loan South African youth international Khanya Leshabela has sealed a transfer to Shrewsbury Town from Leicester City on a season-long loan deal. The League One club have confirmed the arrival of the 21-year-old midfielder in a statement on their official website: “Shrewsbury Town is delighted to confirm the arrival of Khanya [Leshabela] from Leicester City. “The attacking midfielder makes the move to Montgomery Waters Meadow on a season-long loan from the King Power Stadium - bolstering Town's midfield options.

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13Aug By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

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Dele-Bashiru: Reading complete loan signing of Watford midfielder

The Nigeria youth international has returned to the Championship to secure regular playing time with the Royals Reading have announced the signing of Tom Dele-Bashiru on a season-long loan from Watford. The 21-year-old will be looking to revive his career in the Championship this season after he suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury last October that ruled him out of action for the rest of the 2020-21 campaign. Dele-Bashiru played just two matches last season before he picked up the injury against Reading at Vicarage Road.

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29Jul By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

Sport

Union Berlin striker Awoniyi reveals Klopp’s last message after Liverpool exit

A week ago, the Nigeria youth international left Anfield to rejoin the Bundesliga club in a permanent move Union Berlin forward Taiwo Awoniyi said Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp described his permanent switch to the Bundesliga as a ‘good thing’ after it brought an end to his six-year struggle in England. Awoniyi completed a £6.5 million move to the Stadion An der Alten Forsterei where he penned a five-year contract last Tuesday. The permanent transfer ended the Nigeria forward’s struggles at Anfield after he was loaned out to six clubs in six years and he failed to make a competitive appearance for the Reds.  

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22Jul By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

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Like Nnamdi Kanu, DSS Collates Audio, Video Evidence To Nail Sunday Igboho

According to a report by Daily Post, similar to the case of Nnamdi Kanu, the Department of State Services (DSS) has garnered audio and video recordings to be used against Sunday Igboho in the event of a trial in Nigeria. The federal government wants him extradited from Benin Republic. The presidency and relevant security agencies have remained silent on the Monday incident at the Cadjèhoun Airport in Cotonou. Igboho, real name Sunday Adeyemo, may face charges related to treasonable felony for urging people to take up arms. Igboho openly boasted he could help to procure guns and that anybody caught with one should tell the authorities he made the provision. In a viral video, the 48-year-old separatist encouraged communities to buy arms and ammunition for their youths.

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20Jul By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

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‘Nigerian youths grow up’- Dino Melaye says as he reacts to video of Ghanaian youths rejecting bags of rice from a politician

Senator Dino Melaye has asked Nigerian youths to grow up after watching a video of Ghanaian youths rejecting bags of rice from their politician.   Taking to his Instagram page to react to the video, Dino wrote ''Ghanaian youths rejecting free bags of rice from politicians and demanding for job creation. Can this happen in Naijaa? Nigerian youths grow up''

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16Jul By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

Sport

Tino Livramento: Why European clubs are queuing up to sign Chelsea’s academy star

The 18-year-old full-back is still waiting for his Blues debut despite consistently impressing in the youth ranks, meaning he could leave this summer It is not news anymore, but Chelsea's academy knows how to produce top talents. Of the six players to have won the club's Academy Player of the Year award between 2015-20, five have already gone onto make their full international debuts. Two of them, in Mason Mount and Reece James, started last season's Champions League final and were part of the England squad that finished as runners-up at Euro 2020.

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9Jul By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

Sport

Michael Olise: Crystal Palace sign ex-Reading winger

The France youth international of Nigerian descent has joined the Selhurst Park giants from Madejski Stadium Crystal Palace have announced the signing of Michael Olise from EFL Championship side Reading. The 19-year-old winger joins the Eagles on a five-year contract which will keep him at Selhurst Park until 2026. With this, the highly-rated teenager becomes Patrick Vieira’s first signing since his appointment as Palace’s permanent manager.

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29Jun By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

News

The world is not ready to take 240 million Nigerians – UN Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed tells Nigerian youths

United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed has asked Nigerian youths to stop throwing stones at institution of government unless they are willing to get into that government and do something about it.   Mohammed was quoted giving this advice at an event in Abuja over the weekend, in a statement signed by the National Information Officer, UN Office, Nigeria, Oluseyi Soremekun.   In the statement titled, ‘Be Proud of Nigeria, Don’t Condemn Her, Don’t Lose Hope’, DSG Amina J. Mohammed stated that the world is not ready to take in 240 million Nigerian migrants. She further urged Nigerian youths to get involved and make a difference in the country.   She said;   “You have got education, you have the tools, and you have a huge future ahead o...

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14Jun By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

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MKO Abiola remains most acceptable Nigerian democrat – Governor Bala Mohammed

Governor Bala Mohammed has described MKO Abiola, self-acclaimed winner of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, as “the most acceptable democrat” in Nigeria.   Speaking in Gamawa LGA of the state during the distribution of empowerment items to youths and women under the Kaura Economic Empowerment Programme (KEEP), Bala said Abiola empowered several people across board without considering religion, language and origin of those that benefited from the gestures.   The Governor said;   “Our launching of this empowerment programme today is historic and passionate; we remember today is democracy day and we decided to do it on this day. “This is because Chief Moshood Abiola, who we are celebrating, empowered several people. “He did that across board without...

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13Jun By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

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2023: Mikel Obi ENDORSES Yahaya Bello

Oh yes you read right. Mikel Obi has endorsed Yahaya Bello for his 2023 ambition. The famous Footballer pledged his support and approval of Yahaya Bello’s political aspirations as he visited the Kogi Governor today in Abuja. Obi said that it was time for the youths to come out and take leadership positions across all boards for the betterment of Nigeria. He added that youths should be given a chance to get the change Nigerians clamour for. He said; “It is an honour for me to finally meet his Excellency personally after all the good things I have heard and read about him from not just the people of Kogi State but from Nigerians My main aim is to come here to show my appreciation and to thank him for all the things he has been doing for the people and also to support him in wh...

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12Jun By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

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Heavy security as youths storm Osogbo for June 12 rally

Youths under the aegis of Coalition of Civil Society (CSOs), Osun State in their scores on Saturday morning converged at the popular Oke-Fai roundabout for democracy day, June 12 rally amid heavy security in the state capital. The youths started converging around 7:30am beside the patrol vehicle of Amotekun and NSCDC with banner and placards demanding for better Nigeria and for a country that works for all. One of the leaders of the Youths, Comrade Waheed Saka, said, “We cannot ruin the economic activities of our state all in the name that some secessionist agitators want to protest. We are here today to demand a better country that works for all, we want a secure environment.” There was a heavy security presence in Osogbo as patrol vehicles of security agencies were stationed at ...

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10Jun By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

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Tension in Kwara as angry youths move to evict Fulani residents

There was panic in Odo Owa and Erinmope towns in Kwara State as some Youths stormed various Fulani settlements and issued a 24-hour eviction notice to them. Muhammad Saliu, a resident of Erimope, told Daily Trust that some Fulani youths were attacked on Tuesday evening. “It took the glory of God before they were released. This is coming a month after youths entered into villages occupied by Fulani and burnt their houses, while carting away all their belongings” he said. Muhammed Saliu added that, “Three days ago, a man was kidnapped (as they claimed but no any clarification on it) between Odo Owa and Erimope, “Suddenly, some OPC members and vigilantes stormed our villages searching house to house. During the search, they stole many items, including 4 phones and undisclosed amou...

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8Jun By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

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House of Reps probe legality of FG’s Twitter ban, summon Lai Mohammed

The House of Representatives has said it will, within 10 days, investigate the factors responsible for the Federal Government’s decision to ban Twitter in Nigeria and the laws upon which the action was based. The Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, in his opening address at the plenary on Tuesday, noted that the micro-blogging platform had become a huge communication tool and platform for enterprise especially for the teeming youth in the country.Gbajabiamila also noted that the lawmakers had been inundated with protests and demands for intervention by the parliament. The Speaker, however, noted that the House also needs to hear from the government, especially the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, who issued the directive suspending the social media app in the country. Gb...

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31May By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

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Zamfara youths block highway to protest against incessant attacks by bandits, destroy vehicles

The Gusau – Kaura Namoda Highway in Zamfara State has been blocked by youths from the state who are reportedly staging a violent protest against the incessant attacks by bandits in their communities.   Channels Television reported that one of the commuters who was trapped along the road on Monday May 31, said the youths blocked the highway along Kurya junction and began to destroy public vehicles travelling along the road.   They reportedly condemned the unending insecurity and attacks carried out by bandits in their communities.   Police operatives have however, dispersed the protesters to ensure the free flow of vehicular movement on the road.  

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18May By MosesianNo Comments

News

Youths and Suspected Yahoo boys Stage Protest in Osogbo,Accuse EFCC Officials of Extortion

There is tension in Osogbo, the Osun state capital as youths and others believed to be suspected internet fraudsters popularly known as ‘Yahoo Yahoo boys’ staged a protest over repeated arrests carried out in the city by operatives of the Economic Financial Crime Commission (EFCC). EFCC operatives had stormed Adetunji Estate and Hallelujah Estate in Osogbo to arrest suspected internet fraudsters on Monday night May 17 but were prevented by youths in the area who stopped them from allegedly taking away 20 vehicles belonging to the suspects. This morning, the suspected internet fraudsters stormed Lameco Junction and Dele Yes Sir Junction to make bonfires and mount roadblocks. See more photos and video from the protest below...  

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5May By MosesianNo Comments

News

Youths Attack Delta local Council Chairman, cart away rifles

The Chairman of Ethiope West council area of Delta State, Oghenedoro Owoso was on Tuesday May 4 attacked by some youths in Mosogar. The Nation reported that the council chairman was trying to pacify the youths who were protesting an eight-year blackout in the community when things took a different turn. A policeman attached to Owoso was injured during the attack, as the youths took away his rifle and another one belonging to a second security aide. The chairman has reportedly called for dialogue, saying that violence is counter-productive. Owoso also said some suspects have been arrested over the missing rifles.

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1May By Ajiboye IfeoluwaNo Comments

News

Youth arrest six suspected kidnappers, raze building in Kwara

Some youths in Odo-Owa, Oke- Ero local government area of Kwara state have arrested six suspected kidnappers.   The suspects, it was gathered, had been terrorising the people of the area for months. The suspected kidnappers, whose gang leader was identified as Ramoni, were said to have abducted four persons, including a Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) officer in Odo- Owa on Wednesday and demanded N8 million ransom. It was gathered the family of the victims paid N2m ransom to the suspected kidnappers as first tranche. They were on the verge of paying the balance of N6 million when the youths pounced on the kidnappers and arrested them, the source said. He added the kidnappers had been handed over to security agents in the area. It was also learnt a building b...

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7Apr By MosesianNo Comments

Sport

Fifa Bans Chad from Football Activities for Life

Global football governing body, FIFA has banned Chad from football until further notice. The decision was taken by the Bureau of the Fifa Council on Wednesday and takes effect immediately. Note that in December 2020, Fifa had rejected a request from the country’s ministry of sports to dissolve the Chadian Football Federation. On March 10, the minister for youth and sports released a statement to prevent the Chadian Football Association, FTFA, from performing its obligatory duties due to a dispute between both parties. CAF then disqualified Chad from the Africa Cup of Nations qualification race, just a few days prior to their fixtures against Namibia and Mali, following the sport Minister's actions. FIFA has now waded in, banning the country henceforth. FIFA says t...

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28Mar By dthataNo Comments

News

Insecurity Result From Youth Unemployment – Atiku

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has said that the insecurity Nigeria is currently facing is the result of youth unemployment in the country. Atiku said this in reaction to a report by Bloomberg which predicts that Nigeria will emerge as the nation with the highest unemployment rate on Earth. According to him, Nigeria got to this current situation due to the abandonment of policies implemented by the administration of former President Olusegun Obasanjo under which he served as Vice President. He said this in a statement titled ‘World’s Highest Unemployment Rate: Time To Help This Government Help Nigeria.’ Atiku said, “I have never felt so bad at being proven right, as I am by the report from Bloomberg Business on Saturday, March 27, 2021, that Nigeria is to emerge as ...

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3Mar By MosesianNo Comments

News

Youths Beat Pastor to Coma for Refusing to allow Masquerade in Church

There was a mild drama in a church in Kogi as youths beat up a clergyman for refusing to allow them to perform their tradition. Angry youths numbering about 20 on Monday night, March 1, beat to coma Pastor Michael Samson, the clergy in charge of United Evangelical Church in Iyano community under Ibaji Local Government Area of Kogi State. It was gathered that the incident happened at about 11pm on Monday night. According to Kogi In Focus, trouble started when the pastor had during the day denied the youths access to the church with their masquerade while they were performing a ceremony. Angered by the pastor’s resistance, the youths returned at night with weapons, with which they attacked the pastor while he was asleep. They beat the pastor to a coma and he is currently a...

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1Feb By MosesianNo Comments

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My Generation did a lot Wrong. Make it Uncomfortable for old Leaders to Remain in Government – Obasanjo tells Nigerian Youths

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has asked Nigerian youths to make it uncomfortable for old leaders to remain in government. Speaking during a virtual interview with academic and historian Toyin Falola, the former President admitted his generation did a lot of wrong and also apologized to the youths. Obasanjo who noted that things are bad in the country, said Nigeria's fortune might change when youths step up. He said; “You (youths) have everything going for you and I don’t want you to feel discouraged. Things are bad in Nigeria but I believe it is only for a short while because it depends on you. “Whatever my generation might have done wrong –and I will be the first to admit that my generation has done a lot of wrong, (but) it is for your generation to do it better. ...

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27Jan By dthataNo Comments

Celebs

Stop Smoking Weed On Social Media- Actor, Labista Tells Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy

Veteran Nollywood Actor Labista has blasted celebrities who smoke weed on social media. The actor was categorical with the following top celebrities like Wizkid, Davido, Burna boy, Zubi Micheal. He decried the effect such attitude on social media has on upcoming youth of the country who take them as role model and will feel what they do is the real way of life. Watch video https://youtu.be/BmvQn_M8FH8

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4Jan By dthataNo Comments

Politics

“If You Have Opportunity To Leave Nigeria In Your Youth, Do So” – Joe Abah

Former Director-General of Bureau of Public Sector Reform, Dr Joe Abah has advised young Nigerans to leave the country if they have an opportunity to do so. In tweets he shared, Abah recounted seeing a clear path on how he could own a car, buy a house and build a career when he arrived the UK but couldn't see such in Nigeria. He also advised those who want to return to Nigeria, to do so by choice. He tweeted; "Moving abroad the 1st time, I didn’t watch any in-flight movie. My eyes were firmly on the flight display. As soon as we left Nigeria, I made the sign of the Cross. When we left Africa, I whispered “Alleluia! If this plane does emergency landing now, it won’t be in Africa sha!" It’s true that when I got to the UK for the first time, I thought “Is this all?” However, I cou...

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25Nov By dthataNo Comments

Politics

We Won’t Allow Fifth Columnists Undermine Security In Lagos – Sanwo-Olu

The wanton destruction of public assets in the violence that trailed the recent nationwide protests by the youth against police brutality has bolstered the Federal Government-led initiatives geared towards engendering peace and security in the Country Ministry of Interior, on Tuesday, held Stakeholders’ Engagement on Internal Security and Conflict Resolution in Lagos State, with the purpose to strengthening peace and security in the aftermath of the destruction. The Ministry engaged in consultations with the State Government, traditional rulers, civil society groups, religious institutions and youth groups on the need to adopt dialogue as key approach in channeling grievances and resolving conflicts. The consultative forum, held at Adeyemi Bero Auditorium in the Secretariat, A...

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29Oct By dthataNo Comments

Politics

FG Approves Fund For Training Of 500,000 Youth On Digital Skills

Sunday Dare, minister of youth and sports, disclosed this while speaking at the inaugural edition of the Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC) youth summit. Speaking on the topic ‘Strategic Roadmap for Youth Development post-COVID-19’, Dare said the programme was part of the ministry’s DEEL initiative – Digital skills acquisition, Entrepreneurship, Employability and Leadership — introduced in November 2019. Dare said the programme, which will run for the next 12 months, has been captured under the economic sustainability plan of the federal government. “The Economic Sustainability Plan (ESP) has taken into cognizance the DEEL initiative, and I am glad to announce that we have gotten approval for the funding of a 12-month programme under the initiative that will see 500,000 of our yo...

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28Oct By dthataNo Comments

News

Soldier Advising Youth In Kubwa, Abuja Against Looting Food Items Meant For NYSC

A video making the rounds on social media, as Obtained By MCI, Shows a Nigerian soldier advising youths against looting food items meant for Corp members resuming on the 10th of November at the NYSC orientation camp in Kubwa, Abuja. https://www.instagram.com/tv/CG2ynyipunv/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

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22Oct By BobbyNo Comments

Sport

Germany coach Low: Borussia Dortmund wonderkid Moukoko is a rare talent

The World Cup winning coach is aware of the 15-year-old star who has dazzled in the German youth league with his goals   Germany coach Joachim Low has praised Borussia Dortmund teenage sensation Youssoufa Moukoko as an outstanding talent that is rare to witness. The Cameroon-born forward has been prolific in front of goal for the Dortmund U19 side with 40 goals in 23 league matches since the start of last season. Moukoko, 15, has been named in BVB's Uefa Champions League squad and their Bundesliga set-up this season, but he is not eligible to make his first-team debut until he turns 16 on November 20.

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22Oct By BobbyNo Comments

News

Nigerians react to Buhari’s speech on End SARS protests

Nigerians have taken to various social media platforms to react after President Muhammadu Buhari addressed the nation.   The address took place at 7pm on Thursday, October 22. Two days after End SARS protesters were shot at the Lekki toll gate. The shootings degenerated into chaos.   While speaking to Nigerians today, the president stated that Nigerians "misconstrued" the "promptness" with which the government acted on the End SARS demands "as a sign of weakness"   He added that "human lives have been lost" and properties have been destroyed "in the name of the End SARS protests."   He then listed the "measures and initiatives" the government has put in place for "youths, women and the most vulnerable groups in our society."   He then ...

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18Jun By dthataNo Comments

Celebs

Korede Bello Advises The Youth After He Was Mocked For Using Andriod Phone

After being mocked for using an android phone, Mavin record singer, Korede Bello seriously advises the youth.

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6Jun By dthataNo Comments

News

I Will Only Be Serving God Leading The Youth To Jesus In 2020 – Kemi Olunloyo Says As Turns To Evangelism

Controversial self-acclaimed investigative journalist, Kemi Olunloyo has said that she no longer practice journalism, that she has already turned to evangelism and prepared to lead youths to christ. She wrote on her social media handle: “All my Journalism verified accounts are now CLOSED on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. YouTube.com/KemiOlunloyoTV is still open. Whatsapp also deleted and phone contacts deleted. Thank you for the memories during this last decade and 25-30 yrs. I miss all my fans during my Journalism days in Nigeria I will only be serving God leading the youth to Jesus in 2020. Join @evangelistkemi” Kemi Omololu-Olunloyo (born Olukemi Omololu-Olunloyo, 6 August 1964) is a Nigerian journalist, blogger and activist against gun violence, and social media perso...

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24May By BobbyNo Comments

Sport

No Nice offer for Lille & Borussia Dortmund target ‘Little Ronaldo’ Olawale

The Nigeria youth international has sparked talk of agreeing terms with the Eagles, but his club claims his destination lies elsewhere ‘Little Ronaldo’ Peter Olawale has “no offer on the table” from Ligue I outfit Nice, and the destination of the young forward will be known when the ban on international travel is lifted. The 17-year-old has been linked with Lille, Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund following a notable 2019 U17 World Cup outing in Brazil. Reports have it that Olawale has penned a five-year contract with the Allianz Riviera outfit after agreeing to personal terms and will be unveiled in July.

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18May By BobbyNo Comments

News

NYSC mourns ex-director who introduced flag, anthem

The National Youth Service Corps has commiserated with the family of its fourth Director-General, Maj-Gen Edet Akpan (retd.), who died on Saturday in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The NYSC noted on Monday that Akpan’s administration, which lasted from 1984 to 1988, led to the introduction and institution of the NYSC flag and anthem which are still in use. The scheme’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Adenike Adeyemi, said in a release that Akpan’s administration also established NYSC farms across the country, which enhanced the Community Development Service of corp members. Adeyemi said, “The NYSC DG, Brig Gen Shuaibu Ibrahim, and the management received the shocking news of the transition of Maj Gen Akpan (retd). “He was a consummate administrator who repositioned the scheme on...

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13May By BobbyNo Comments

Sport

Ramos is my idol’ – Leixoes SC’s Aneni on Real Madrid great

The Portugal-based Nigerian teenager has described the four-time Champions League winner as his role model while hoping to emulate him someday Leixoes SC and Nigeria U20 starlet Evans Aneni has named Sergio Ramos as his idol, while hoping to emulate the Spanish football icon. The 19-year-old has been tipped to become one of the world’s sought-after centre-backs in future owing to his defensive skills. Aneni, having risen through the ranks at his Portuguese outfit and has been a key figure in the Sea Heroes’ U23 squad. Before football was put on a hiatus owing to the coronavirus pandemic, the Nigeria youth international featured in every game for Leixoes – putting up several man-of-the-match showings.

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21Jan By dthataNo Comments

Celebs

Enjoy Your Youth But Don’t Destroy Your Future – Naira Marley Told Marlians

As a Marlian u have to enjoy your youth but don’t destroy your future, Naira Marley, Nigerian artiste and rave of the moment who has reportedly announced the signing of four(4) artistes; Cblvck, ZinoLeesky, Mohbad and FabianBlu to his newly found record label, which was named Marlian Music. Update available on mycelebrityandi However, today he made a shocking quote on Marlians, the no mannez & zero belt crew boss told his fans in quote; not to destroy their future amid enjoying their youthful age. It’s quite interesting from soapy crooner trying to impact moral to his fans. See his tweet below fans; As a Marlian u have to enjoy your youth but don’t destroy your future. — nairamarley (@officialnairam1) January 20, 2020 Naira Marley advice to his fans is one of the best so...

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20Jan By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Lack Of Foreign Investments Denying Youth Employment – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has observed that the lack of foreign investment is denying employable young persons the opportunity to work in the country. In an article titled “A new case for a Commonwealth based on trade,” made available to the media in Abuja on Sunday, he said greater United Kingdom engagement with Nigeria will bring jobs in untapped sectors. He said: “For my country, greater UK engagement in its economy would bring jobs to under-tapped sectors, such as agriculture and manufacturing. Millions of highly skilled, English-speaking but underemployed young people, are eager to work but without the opportunities that foreign investment can bring to create jobs and build businesses.” The president noted that with the United Kingdom certain to exit the European Union, like...

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13Jan By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Hanan Buhari Flying On Presidential Jet Is An Inspiration To The Youth – MURIC

PRESIDENTIAL JET: HANAN BUHARI IS AN INSPIRATION Critics of President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday went hysterical over the use of the presidential jet by Hanan Buhari, the president's daughter. The latter had used the jet on her trip to Bauchi where she had been invited by the emir to showcase her talent in photography. But a human rights organisation has defended the president's action. According to the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), critics are just making a mountain out of a mole hill. This was revealed in a statement circulated to the media by the director of the group, Professor Ishaq Akintola, on Monday 13th January, 2020. "An emirate has shown keen interest in the uncommon skill of the president's daughter. The emirate therefore invited her to demonstrate the skill at a publ...

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12Jan By BobbyNo Comments

Entertainment

Naira Marley’s Many Troubles

Music artiste, Azeez Fashola, aka Naira Marley’s name is practically synonymous with trouble. Ever since he attracted mainstream attention last year, the Soapy singer has constantly been in bed with controversies. Though his case with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission is still pending, the singer had another run in with the law some weeks ago when he was said to have stolen a Toyota Camry car. The driver of the car had hit a vehicle in Marley’s motorcade around the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, and one of the singer’s brothers was said to have got into the car and driven it off. The case was eventually charged to court and when Fashola refused to make an appearance, the presiding judge ordered the police to present Marley at the next court hearing or the si...

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11Jan By dthataNo Comments

Politics

A Youth Will Be President – Buhari

Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari has assured the youths that they will be in charge of leadership of Nigeria. Speaking when he hosted youth leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the six geo-political zones, Buhari said the change will take place whether the older generation of leaders like it or not. Femi Adesina, presidential spokesman, quoted Buhari as asking the youth to prepare for when they will be saddled with the responsibility of presiding over the affairs of Africa’s giant and most populous black nation. He also advised the younger generation to keep a broader view of the country as one entity, and “continuously de-emphasize ethnic and religious backgrounds in nation-building”. “With all certainty, someday you will have to take up the mantle of lead...

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14Nov By Czar Owolabi MarcusNo Comments

Politics

I will donate 50% of my first year salary as MP to the youth in Ayawaso West – John Dumelo pledges

With election year around the corner, campaign for votes has already started and actor, John Dumelo is laying out his plans for his constituency if he should win the seat. The actor turned politician, engaged in an interaction with his fans after one stated that his participation in communal services and concern about what happens in the Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency, may end if wins power. According to John that will not happen, because he is in politics to serve and he will need the support of his constituents for more than a 4-year term. “If I don’t continue, who will vote after the next 4 years….politics is service to the nation” he tweeted. Emphasizing on his intention to rather be a servant, John added that should he win the 2020 election, 50% of his first-year salary plus...

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8Aug By Czar Owolabi MarcusNo Comments

Lifestyle

Black people so selfish – Huddah Monroe

Huddah Monroe alleged that black people are so selfish while taking a swipe at people stealing money in their countries and investing it in other countries. The Kenyan socialite noted that the Government cannot employ everyone but stated that time is up for old people as she shared the statistics of young people in Kenya. Huddah Monroe also dragged millionaires, billionaires, owners of private jets and yachts into her call out post and further added that the colonial mental slavery needs to die with its generation. She wrote; Soo many Questions! Why are we as Black people soooo Selfish All those who have died , we’ve buried many this year alone , Did they leave with their Billions? I’ve never understood Why one person would have millions , billions in their account , privat...

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20Jul By BobbyNo Comments

Sport

Tuanzebe tells Solskjaer: I’m ready to play for Man Utd

The 21-year-old, back with the club after impressing with Aston Villa last term, believes he's ready to step up - and his manager agrees Axel Tuanzebe says he’s ready to make an impact in Manchester United’s first team after an impressive display in their 1-0 victory over Inter in pre-season. The 21-year-old impressed at Aston Villa in the Championship last term as the Birmingham club were promoted to the Premier League and is confident he can make his mark at Old Trafford even as rumours of a move for Harry Maguire continue to swirl. He thinks that manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s commitment to youth and his growth while on-loan in the Midlands will serve him well as he looks to play regular first-team football in England’s top-flight.

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2Jul By BobbyNo Comments

News

Angry Imo Youth Set Police Station Ablaze After An Officer Killed One Of Them

Angry youths in Umuoke Obowo in Imo have set the police station in the town ablaze, following alleged killing of a young man in the community by a policeman. The youths went on rampage, following the killing of one Ikenna Ogbunigwe by a police officer in the town on Monday. They burnt down the police station. Ogbunigwe, a native of Umuoke, Obowo in the Obowo Local Government Area of the state was confirmed dead at the Mercy Hospital in Umuoke after he was rushed to the hospital by some youths. Upon Ogbunigwe’s death the youths descended on the police station, carting away firearms and other exhibits at the station and releasing detainees. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the divisional police officer was taken to safety by his colleagues after the mob attempted to ...

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4Jun By BobbyNo Comments

News

See The Security Guards Who Killed Their Own Boss And His Daughter In Akure

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested two persons for allegedly killing their boss on the Ojomo Akintan Estate, Olu Foam area of Akure, Punch Metro reports. The suspects, Tasiu Abubakar and Ayuba Idris, were said to be security guards employed by the deceased. They were paraded at the headquarters of the command on Monday for allegedly killing their boss, Mr Richard Kwakye, and his daughter, Tope, last month. The Commissioner of Police, Mr Undie Adie, said the suspects fled the state after committing the crime but were apprehended in Sokoto and Kano states. According to him, the deceased were initially declared missing but after the suspects were arrested, they confessed that they killed Richard and his daughter and threw their bodies away. The CP stated, “Upon receipt ...

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29May By BobbyNo Comments

News

FG Releases New Age Classification, 15-Year-Old Now To Be Regarded As A Youth

The Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development has released a new age classification in Nigeria. At the launch of the Revised National Youth Policy, 2019 which took place in Akure, Ondo State on May 24th, the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, in a foreword presented at the launch, disclosed that the age bracket for the classification of youth in Nigeria has been reviewed downward from 18 – 35 years to 15 – 29 years. Dalung in his foreword, stated that the age classification had to be reviewed downward so that every federal government intervention programmes designed for youths will get to the youths themselves and not adults masquerading as youth. According to the Minimum Age Convention (1973), the general minimum age for admission to employment or wo...

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9May By BobbyNo Comments

Celebs

Charlyboy Speaks On Getting Appointment From Imo Governor-Elect, Ihedioha

Maverick entertainer and activist, Charles Oputa, also known as Charlyboy, has cleared the air on his perceived scheming for a political appointment from the governor-elect of Imo state, Hon. Emeka Ihedioha. Recall that the embattled convener of OurMumuDonDo movement sometime in April relocated from Abuja to his Imo home state. Charlyboy, in an interview with DAILY POST on Wednesday explained his support for the incoming Ihedioha’s administration, stating that he would only work with the governor-elect if he has good plans and policies for Imolites and the youths. He, however, added that he would not accept any political appointment from the Imo government or work under Ihedioha’s cabinet as he is bigger than that. When asked if he would work with Ihedioha, Charlyboy said; “No,...

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2May By BobbyNo Comments

News

Gov. Obaseki Refute Having Any rift with Oshiomhole

Addressing reporters at Benin airport, he described the reports as “fake news.” The governor, who has been on vacation, resumed work after his one-month yearly leave during which his deputy, Philip Shaibu, acted. “I feel very good, refreshed and ready to resume work,” he said. On hand to receive the governor were members and leaders of the APC, State Executive Council, socio-cultural groups as well as youths under the Coalition of Edo Returnees.

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