Revealed: Why NFF rejected Keshi's list

It has been discovered that the non-inclusion of experienced players in the 38-man provisional list submitted by coach Stephen Keshi to the Nigeria Football Federation last week is the reason behind the delay in its announcement.

It has been learnt that the Technical Committee rejected the list due to the absence of the trio of Peter Odemwingie, Joseph Yobo and Chinedu Obasi.

Keshi was then told to make "more consultations" before submitting the final list.

Goal gathered from a top source that members of the Technical Committee were unhappy

BREAKING NEWS: Chelsea Humbled by Atletico Madrid

Chelsea crashed out of the Champions League after a humbling 3-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday evening, with Diego Simeone's side setting up a mouth-watering final against city rivals Real Madrid in Lisbon on May 24.

Former Rojiblancos captain Fernando Torres gave Jose Mourinho's side a dream start as he netted on 36 minutes, but Adrian struck a minute before half-time to give the visitors a vital

It’s a Fairytale! When Dubai Stood Still For Tiwa Savage And Tbillz Balogun’s Wedding

We expected nothing short of a fairytale from MAVIN first lady, Tiwa Savage and hubby Tbillz Balogun after the show stopping traditional wedding they had late last year.

After so much anticipation and excited countdown, 26 April, the date set for the spectacular

Sexy Knock Out Give Your Partner The Magical 'Morning-Sex-Punch' ( 18+ )

Everyone would agree that sex is very important if any relationship, especially one as final as marriage, must last.

Anyone who disputes that deserves to be slapped on the face with an oversized dildo because it is a fact that the lack, or inadequacy, of sex has been given as an excuse for break-ups several times.

So, if you want to keep him or her thinking about you the whole day, here is something you

Nigerian Officials Banned 'Half Of A Yellow Sun' Movie Because Of Biafran War

The Nigerian film dealing with one of the most searing episodes in the nation’s history, its civil war, and uniting some of Nigeria’s major cultural figures, has been effectively banned, the film’s director said Friday evening. “Half of a Yellow Sun,” based on an award-winning novel by one of the country’s leading writers, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, was scheduled to open in Nigeria last Friday. But because the country’s film censorship board has refused to

P-Square Split? Jude Okoye Gets Engaged, Peter & Paul Reconcile

After a week of speculations, intrigue and bitter deeds, all is well at the P-Square household.

Last week, Peter Okoye was hurt by a disagreement over his talent as a singer, and dancer, and also his family's refusal to accept his wife for who she is – Lola Omotayo Okoye. But now, things are looking different.

First, Jude Okoye, the big brother of the house have gotten engaged to his long-time

P-Square Breakp? Lola Okoye Is Innocent - Jude Okoye Says

Lola Okoye was not the reason behind the speculated in-fighting that occurred over the past week within the P-Square music group. Says Jude Okoye.

The eldest Okoye sibling has come out to squash all those rumors, tweeting that they are all family

Rodgers accuses Chelsea of parking 'two buses'

Brendan Rodgers accused Jose Mourinho of parking "two buses" after seeing his Liverpool side frustrated by a trademark display of defensive resilience from Chelsea at Anfield.

Demba Ba capitalised on Steven Gerrard's slip on the stroke of half-time to give the visitors the lead, while Fernando Torres raced through to set up Willian for an easy second late on to seal a famous victory.

Much of the match was defined by Liverpool's inability to break through Chelsea's massed

Mourinho: Chelsea can't win title despite beating Liverpool

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is adamant his side can't win the Premier League title despite moving to within two points of Liverpool after a 2-0 win at Anfield.

Goals from Demba Ba, who capitalised on an uncharacteristic error from Reds skipper Steven Gerrard to score the first, and Willian secured all three points for Mourinho's men in a game that was being billed as a potential title decider.

The result sees the Blues close the gap on the Merseysiders to just two points, with both

Gerrard gaffe punished by clinical Chelsea ( 0-2 )

Gerrard's slip on the stroke of half-time allowed Ba to race through unopposed on Simon Mignolet's goal and slot the ball home to give the visitors a lead they never relinquished.

Liverpool poured forward but were repeatedly frustrated by Chelsea's massed defensive ranks and ran out of ideas long before Willian sprinted upfield to tap a second into an empty net at the death. 

Brendan Rodgers' men are now just two points clear of Chelsea at the top of the table, while

Tito Vilanova has died at age 45

Former Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova has died at the age of 45 after losing his battle with cancer, the club have confirmed.

The ex-central midfielder was admitted to hospital on Thursday following a downturn in his health which required an operation on his stomach, with club president Josep Maria Bartomeu confirming the trainer was "fighting" for his life.

However, Vilanova, whose post-playing career was plagued by cancer, passed away on Friday afternoon.

Vilanova's public health problems began during his final season as Pep Guardiola's assistant

Messi contract situation shocking, fumes former Barcelona president Laporta

Former Barcelona president Joan Laporta has described Lionel Messi's contractual situation at Camp Nou as "shocking".

The Argentina international signed a deal with the Blaugrana in February of last year that bound him to the Catalan club until 2018.

There has been talk of an extension in recent weeks but current Barca president Josep Maria Bartomeu revealed last Sunday that the club are merely planning "a modification to

'I like Pep's style' - Ancelotti defends Bayern tactics

Carlo Ancelotti has defended the style of play that Pep Guardiola's Bayern Munich deployed against Real Madrid in midweek.

The Spaniard has received criticism for the tactics he employed in the sides' Champions League meeting on Wednesday, which the Blancos won 1-0 despite the Bavarians enjoying plenty of possession.

Ex-Barcelona boss Guardiola has already secured the Bundesliga crown in his first season at

Outbursts, tantrums and titles: Premier League beware - Van Gaal is coming

Be prepared, Premier League. Louis van Gaal is on his way and it is not going to be a subtle nor peaceful introduction.

The Netherlands coach has made clear his desire to move to England after the World Cup, with Tottenham and Manchester United interested in his signature, while Arsenal are monitoring the situation as they prepare contingency plans in case Arsene Wenger should

Sagna talks over new Arsenal deal have stalled - Wenger

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits talks with Bacary Sagna "are not progressing" and believes the future of the full-back is out of his hands.

Sagna's current deal at the Emirates Stadium will expire at the end of the season, meaning he can depart the club on a free transfer if fresh terms are not agreed.

A deal was believed to be close to being agreed, but Wenger is concerned by the delays with the likes of Manchester City and Serie A outfit Inter linked with interest.

"Talks are not progressing," he said ahead of Monday's encounter with Newcastle United. "The

Wonders of the world! British Woman Weds Her Dog: Says "I Am Totally Her Bi*ch"

In another of the weird weddings the world has witnessed in recent times, a 47-year-old British lady, Amanda Rodgers, has wedded her prized dog and says she is 'the puppy's total bitch' .

The nuptials involving the divorcee, originally from Oregon, drew widespread comments

Nude Queen! Meet Kenya's Own Maheeda, Huddah Monroe

Alhuda Njoroge, alias Huddah Monroe, a name she took on because of her love for the late American actress, Marilyn Monroe, is Kenya's answer to Nigeria's Queen of Nudity, Maheeda.

The former Big Brother Africa The Chase Housemate is so popular with her nude photos in her home country that many have compared her to the Naija Bad Girl, as Caroline Sam is

UNPLUGGED: What can one do to reduce chances of getting breast cancer

To help reduce the risk of getting breast cancer:

• Be aware of your family history and discuss any concerns with your health care provider.
• Discuss the use of hormone replacement therapy with your health care provider.
• If possible, breastfeed your baby. Studies have shown that breastfeeding for longer periods of time lowers the risk of getting breast cancer.
• Stay at a healthy weight.

HEALTH TALK: Factors that increase the risk of developing breast cancer.

At this time, the causes of breast cancer are not well understood. However, scientists agree that certain factors increase a person's risk of developing this disease. These risk factors include:

• Age. As women get older, their risk of developing breast cancer increases.
• Family history. Women whose close relatives (parents, brothers/sisters, children) have had breast cancer (especially at an early age) are more likely to get breast cancer.
• Genetics. Women with certain changes in breast cancer related genes (BRCA1 and BRCA2) are at higher risk for getting breast cancer. About 5% to 10% of breast cancers

For Real? The Vatican Says Jesus Is Not Coming Back??

I know many will not find this funny but if you are one of those expecting that Jesus Christ is coming very soon, then you may just have to shelve that thought because according to waterfordwhispersnews.com, the Vatican, the seat of the Roman Catholic Church Worldwide has admitted that Jesus is not coming in again.

The website quoted a spokesperson of the Vatican that it has officially announced that the

CONFAB: North, South delegates disagree on Presidency, resource control

REGIONAL sentiments and emotions took centre stage, yesterday, during contributions on resource control by members of the National Conference Committee on Devolution of Powers.

Delegates almost had a free-for-all as they hurled abuses at one another. At a stage contributions were suspended.

It took ceaseless and desperate attempts by the committee’s co-chairmen, former governor of Akwa Ibom State, Obong Victor Attah and former Inspector General of Police, Alhaji

B’Haram scare shuts Lagos-Ibadan highway

There was panic in some parts of Ogun and Lagos states, yesterday, over reports that 18 suspected Boko Haram members had invaded the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, killing 11 civilians and nine police officers.

This came 24 hours after the Afenifere Renewal Group, ARG, on Tuesday sent a strong warning to the Boko Haram insurgents that any attack on any part of the South-West would be considered a declaration of war on the Yoruba people.

“ARG would like to warn that being visited with a terror attack would amount to a

Clashes break out in eastern Ukraine

Clashes broke out between government forces and pro-Russian separatists in eastern Ukraine on Thursday, as Russia called for new talks to solve the crisis.

Up to five pro-Russian militants were killed during a raid in the eastern town of Sloviansk, the Ukrainian Interior Ministry said Thursday.

One government soldier was injured during the operation to disband three checkpoints, the

EXCLUSIVE: Boko Haram pays N500,000 to Niger recruits — Gang members

Boko Haram recruits members, not just from Nigeria, Cameroon and Chad, it also gets recruits from Niger Republic who it pays N500, 000. However, their pay is raised should their bombs kill more people in Nigeria, the BBC has said.

The teens, when they are enlisted, are given Tramol [an opiate drug], marijuana and alcohol. They break into houses for cash; sometimes beat people for money, and steal their animals for food. They gather again for their opium and drinks.

Though the recruits, barely in their teens, do not like the sect and its activities, they said

FG congratulates Okonjo-Iweala for winning Rockefeller award

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday congratulated the Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, for winning the Rockefeller Foundation’s Leadership Award.

The Minister of Information, Mr Labaran Maku, said the council congratulated the minister at its weekly meeting in Abuja.

“Council, led by Mr President, congratulated the CME (Coordinating Minister of the

EXCLUSIVE: Over 50 UK institutions to storm Nigeria, Ghana for 6th UKEAS edu fair

One of the leading educational advisory organizations in Nigeria, the United Kingdom Education Advisory Service (UKEAS) is set to bring representatives from over 50 UK Universities and colleges to Nigeria and Ghana for an International Education  fair this April and May.

The Fair will hold on the 29th of April in Abuja and on the 1st of May in Lagos before moving

Van Gaal fits the bill for Manchester United, says Vorm

Swansea City goalkeeper Michel Vorm feels that Louis van Gaal would be a good fit for Manchester United as they seek to replace David Moyes after he was sacked on Tuesday.

The Netherlands coach is understood to have told friends that he is "very keen" on taking over at Old Trafford when his stint in charge of his country finishes after the World Cup.

When asked if Van Gaal would be a good fit for Manchester United, the Swansea keeper had no doubts at all that he would suit the Red Devils.

"I'm 100 per cent sure, with all his experience and what he already achieved and the way he

JUST IN: Benz gives Madrid edge over sterile Bayern

A solitary strike from Karim Benzema was enough to give Real Madrid a 1-0 win over Bayern Munich in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final.

The France international poked home Fabio Coentrao's cross in the first half for the only goal of the game to inflict only a second defeat in the competition for Pep Guardiola's side.

RUMOUR? Police dismiss Boko Haram attack on Lagos-Ibadan expressway

OYO State police command Wednesday dismissed rumour that Boko Haram insurgents attacked and killed nine policemen and 11 civilians on the Lagos Ibadan Expressway.

The rumour emanated from the social media, face book that the suspected Boko Haram insurgents numbering 18 were armed with AK 47 rifles, “displaying their skills”.

The report further stated, “If you are on the Lagos/Ibadan Expressway going towards

EXCLUSIVE: ASUP plans nationwide protest for April 29

The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), on Wednesday, said it had concluded plans to stage a nationwide protest over what it described as government’s insensitivity to its lingering strike.

The National President of the union, Dr Chibuzo Asomugha, told newsmen in Abuja that the protest would take place on April 29.

This is coming on the heels of Kebbi State chapter of the union’s decision on Tuesday to call

EXCLUSIVE: Fulani herdsmen confess to membership of Boko Haram

It has emerged that groups of alleged herdsmen or gangs operating in the middle belt states of Benue, Nasarawa, Taraba and even those that recently killed scores of people in Zamfara state, are Boko Haram sect members.

This development came to light following the confessions of some arrested Fulani herdsmen that took part in the killings and burning of houses in Wukari, Taraba state, they  disclosed to  security forces that they took  part in many Boko Haram attacks.

A statement signed by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Chris Olukolade

Nollywood Actor Chris Nkulor is Dead!

Nollywood actor, Chris Nkulor who was diagnosed of a kidney ailment is dead. And this is happening barely one month after a campaign was launched to help raise N3million for his treatment at the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching hospital Ile-Ife Nigeria. News of his death filtered in earlier on today. May his soul rest in perfect peace.

Court frees facebook lover of attempted rape charge

An Oshodi Magistrates’ Court in Lagos on Wednesday struck out a charge of attempted rape preferred against a 28-year-old facebook lover, Kelvin Suru, for want of evidence.

The Magistrate, Mr Akeem Fashola, who struck out the case, chided the prosecution for what he called lack of seriousness and diligent prosecution.

He said the prosecution had failed to present any witness to testify in the case since the trial began.

“The court is not a warehouse where cases are kept without making any significant progress.

P-Square Breakup? All The Okoye Family Members Are To Blame

The P-Square brothers, arguably the strongest musical group left in Africa (after Don Jazzy and D’banj decided to measure their egos at the cost of their business), are having a rocky patch. Few predicted this, and many cannot believe the stories emanating from their camp.

First came the cryptic tweets. Jude Okoye had taken to Tweeter to announce that they may be splitting. He didn’t exactly say the words, but the tweets don’t exactly leave peace in the hearts of many Nigerians.

Then came the story broken by the uber-connected Linda Ikeji. According to her sources,

Banky W Hammers Fan For Dissing Tiwa Savage's Wedding! (COMMENTS)

Banky W is angry and irritated! And that's because a fan dare question the decision made by pop songstress, Tiwa Savage, and her soon-to-be-official-hubby, Tee Billz, to take their fairytale white wedding to Dubai.

Fans have been of the opinion that since they are domiciled in Nigeria, and have their core fan base and supporters in the country, the wedding ceremony should be conducted on these

Title race will go to the wire - Pellegrini

Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini does not feel the Premier League title will be decided by Liverpool's clash with Chelsea.

Pellegrini is still holding out hope his side can win the league, a prospect that has become increasingly unlikely in recent weeks.

City – six points behind table-toppers Liverpool and with a game in hand – need Chelsea to win at Anfield on Sunday but will be anxious after manager Jose Mourinho hinted at fielding

SUSPECTED RITUALIST DEN:17 suspects arraigned over attack on Police officer’s house.

The Ogun State Police Command, yesterday, arraigned 17 suspects who attacked the house 

of a retired Deputy Superintendent of Police at Ijaye in Abeokuta on Monday before a 

magistrate’s court sitting in Isabo, Abeokuta. 

The suspects were arraigned on a four-count charge of malicious damage, conspiracy and conduct likely to cause breach of the peace.

Some youths, Monday, allegedly attacked the house of the retired policeman over the

Unemployment in Nigeria, a time bomb — PENGASSAN

PETROLEUM and Natural Gas Senior Staff of Nigeria, PENGASSAN,  has described the unemployment situation in Nigeria as a time bomb that can explode any moment, calling on all tiers of government, especially the Federal Government, to be practical in its quest for job creation.

A statement by its National Public Relations Officer, Mr. Seyi Gambo, yesterday, in Lagos, said the only way to win the war against crime was tackling unemployment challenges.

According to him, “looking at huge number of applicants in some of the recruitment exercise

IMMORAL!! Policeman rapes, impregnates pastor’s 13-yr-old daughter

A police sergeant (names withheld) has been arrested in Anambra State for allegedly raping a 13- year-old daughter of a popular pastor at Nkpor in Idemili Council Area of the state.

The young girl, said to be two months pregnant told her parents last Saturday who was responsible for her pregnancy.

According to a close family source, who does not want to be quoted, the girl told her parents that the policeman had threatened her against telling anyone about the affair.

The source said the threat made her keep the secret until few days ago when she complained

BREAKING NEWS: Barcelona transfer ban suspended

Fifa has announced they have suspended Barcelona's transfer ban following their appeal against the punishment.

The Catalans were banned from signing players for the next two transfer windows for breaching regulations relating to the international transfer of players under 18 years of age, but the suspension has been put on hold until a final decision on their appeal is taken.

"The club Barcelona have lodged an appeal before the Fifa Appeal Committee against the decision of the Fifa Disciplinary Committee that sanctioned the club for breaches relating to

SHOCKING! Nigerian Muslim clerics recruiting Boko Haram members – Cameroon Govt

Nigerian Muslim clerics living in the border towns of Cameroon and Nigeria are recruiting Boko Haram members in their mosques, the government of Cameroon has alleged. Worse still, government officials in the North East states of Yobe, Borno and Adamawa collaborate with the terrorists and take bribes from them, thereby, hindering the fight against the terrorists. Governors of these states also capitalise on their civilian fears to berate the army and the federal government.

These allegations were published in a report, yesterday, by US-based online military news

SAD! Gunmen kill another 50 in Taraba

Daring gunmen, yesterday, defied the dusk-to-dawn curfew and attacked Gidan Aku community on the outskirts of Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State, killing no fewer than 50 persons and injuring many others.

The attackers, armed with sophisticated weapons allegedly came from Nasarawa State through the plains of Benue River and descended on their victims while the residents were asleep.

According to a lawyer in the community, Luka Agbu, the “attackers were very hostile to us and did not

In Love Again! -Chika Ike In Love

Nollywood actress Chika Ike got a gorgeous diamond ring from her boo. She showed off the ring on her instagram page with the above caption. The beautiful actress just survived a messy divorce.

Fight to finish: Mercy Johnson And Chika Ike In War Of Supremacy

If we are to believe what Nollywood insiders are whispering, then star actresses Mercy Johnson and Chika Ike are not on good terms owing to what many tag as war of supremacy. 

We gather that Mercy is actually the one who believes that some of her colleagues especially Chika, do not give her the respect she deserves as the best in the act, at least at the moment. The insiders claim that Mercy is not happy that Chika does not ‘bow down’ to her.

Aside that, they say that Mercy Johnson sees herself as the better actress since she is the

Actress Shan George Changes Name

Nollywood actress, producer and singer, Shan George is in the news again and this time, she is not hugging the headlines over another failed marriage or an alliance with a younger man: the Cross River State, South-South Nigeria born actress wants you all to know that she has added some appendages to her name and wants to be known, called and addressed as Pastor

Law & Order: Chris Brown's Bodyguard Guilty Of Assault!

Chris Brown's bodyguard Christopher Hollosy  was found guilty yesterday morning of misdemeanor assault marking the start of Brown's trial. 

Hollosy had told police he punched the victim, and not Brown, after he allegedly tried to get onto Brown's tour bus, but the victim said that was never the case. He says he did

Celebrity Birthday: Omoni Oboli

Omoni Oboli is one of the most talented actresses in Nigeria. The mother of three boys is plus one today. Omoni is a graduate of University Of Benin where she studied Foreign Languages.

Omoni is popular for her movies like Render To Caesar, Brother's Keeper, Bursting Out,

Klopp: I don't want Manchester United job

Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp says he is not interested in taking the Manchester United job, after the Premier League club sacked David Moyes on Tuesday.

The Scot was relieved of his duties on Tuesday morning only 10 months into a six-year contract at Old Trafford, having presided over the club's worst campaign in the Premier League era.

Klopp was seen as one of the favourites to succeed Moyes this summer, despite having

BREAKING NEWS: Manchester United confirm Giggs as interim boss

Manchester United have revealed that Ryan Giggs will assume first-team responsibilities as interim coach until a permanent successor to David Moyes is appointed.

The Scot was relieved of his duties on Tuesday morning just 10-months into a six-year contract, having presided over the club's worst campaign of the Premier League era.

And it has now been confirmed that Giggs, who has made a record 962 appearances for United and was widely expected to end his playing career this summer, will negotiate the

OFFICIAL: Manchester United sack David Moyes

Manchester United have sacked manager David Moyes with immediate effect after owners the Glazer family finally lost patience with the Scot.

The 50-year-old, who created a host of unwanted records during his brief stint at Old Trafford, becomes the first United manager to be dismissed since Ron Atkinson in 1986.

Announcing Moyes' departure on their official Twitter account, United added: "The club would like to place on record its thanks for the hard work, honesty and integrity he brought

INSECURITY: It’s civil war — Gowon

General Yakubu Gowon, who led Nigeria through a 30-month civil war, yesterday, lamented that the country had fallen into full scale civil war with the spate of crises in the northeast.

His assertion was corroborated by the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions, NASU.

The assertions came as the governor of Borno State, Alhaji Kashim Shetima lamented that the last seven days have been the worst in his life following the abduction of 129 girls from a

FINALLY! Brazil World Cup provisional list: Osaze in, Ike Uche out!

AS Nigerians await the release of the 35-man provisional World Cup list from coach Stephen Keshi tomorrow, we can authoritatively inform that all the players who played at the Africa Cup of Nations victory in South Africa in 2013 except Ike Uche are included in the list.

Also, six home-based Eagles,  Kunle Odunlami(Sunshine), Chigozie Agbim(Gombe United), Azubike Egwuekwe(Warri Wolves), Dan Akepei(Warri Wolves), Ejike Uzoenyi(Rangers of Enugu) and Abdullahi Shehu(Kano Pillars) are the lucky ones who would  join the foreign

MOUTH-WATERING! Samsung brings Galaxy S5, wearable devices to Nigeria with promise

Committed to innovation and discovery in the Information Technology ecosystem, one of the world’s largest makers of mobile handsets, Samsung Electronics, last week in Lagos formally unveiled its long awaited Galaxy S5 smartphone, alongside the latest in its industry-leading wearable device line, the Gear Fit and Gear 2,  with a promise of improving lives with technology.

The smart devices which are already making inroads into the Nigerian market are on sale at

20 hurt as car crashes into church

A runaway car plowed into a Florida church, smashing through a wall and injuring around 20 worshippers attending Easter services, police said on Monday.

About 20 people were hurt when the Lexus sedan crashed into the Second Haitian Baptist Church in the city of Fort Myers where some 200 people had gathered for an evening service Easter Sunday.

“The vehicle crashed through the wall driving over several occupied pews,” a police department statement said.

“Parishioners used vehicle jacks and brute force to lift the vehicle in order to rescue several

WARNING: Stop giving customers mutilated notes, CBN warns banks

THE Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN has warned that it would no longer tolerate complaints from commercial bank customers over payment of mutilated notes whereas mint notes found their way to the black marketers who sell them out for spraying at social functions.

CBN’s Director, Branch Operations Department, Mrs. Tope Omade who gave the warning during a one-day Customer Forum held in Asaba promised that CBN continue to beam its

SHOCKING: Boy survives five-hour flight in airplane wheel well

A 16-year-old boy was lucky to be alive Monday after surviving a flight from California to Hawaii in the wheel well of an airplane, US media reported.

The young stowaway endured freezing temperatures and a lack of oxygen aboard the five-and-a-half hour Hawaiian Airlines flight, which reached an altitude of some 38,000 feet, an FBI official told the Los Angeles Times.

“How he survived, I don’t know. It’s a miracle,” FBI spokesman Tom Simon told the daily