Saturday, 13 August 2016

WHAT I OWN NIGERIAN YOUTH

What I owe Nigerian youth — Buhari August 13, 2016Cletus Ukpong Buhari-US-Chamber-Commerce RELATED NEWS World Youth Day: Buhari commends Nigerian youth over polls, begs for patience August 13, 2015 PDP accuses Buhari of ignoring Nigerian youth August 12, 2015 Buhari has shown Nigeria can join ‘big league’ -- Minister November 17, 2015 "Foreign partners" provided technology that made 2015 elections successful -- Buhari May 30, 2015 Buhari hails U.S. “historic” role in Nigeria’s 2015 election July 12, 2016 President Muhammadu Buhari has said his administration would not forget the role young Nigerians played in the “historic election” that brought him to power. “This government belongs to you,” President Buhari said on Friday in a message he sent to Nigerian youths to commemorate the International Youth Day. Mr. Buhari, who described the youths as being the strength and future of the country, said his administration was committed to improving the quality of lives of young Nigerians, and also creating opportunities for them to achieve their dreams and ambitions. “We are mindful of the fact that Nigeria has one of the youngest populations in the world. Those young people are immensely energetic and talented, consistently blazing the trail in the arts, sports, business and technology. We are proud of what you have done and what you are able to do. “We have launched a number of initiatives targeted at expanding the economic opportunities available to young Nigerians. “N-Power, our job creation scheme, for which applications are ongoing, will employ 500,000 of you in agriculture, education, healthcare and technology. “The Aso Villa Demo Day will soon bring 30 of the most innovative young Nigerians to the State House to showcase their talent in providing technology-based solutions to some of our most challenging problems. “The Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP), part of our N500 billion Social Investment Programme, will provide soft loans to thousands of young entrepreneurs across the country. These are just some of the many initiatives we have designed and are implementing for you.”

Saturday, 16 July 2016

Lagos task-force raids Oshodi area, arrests 40 miscreants ON JULY 16, 20169:00 AMIN

Lagos task-force raids Oshodi area, arrests 40 miscreants ON JULY 16, 20169:00 AMIN NEWSCOMMENTS By Olasunkanmi Akoni Operatives of the Lagos State Task-force on Environmental Sanitation and Special Offences Unit, have arrested 40 miscreants believed to be terrorizing residents, passersby and motorists in Oshodi area of the state. The suspected hoodlums were arrested during a special operation carried out at different hide-outs in Oshodi and environs. Chairman of the state task-force Superintendent of Police, SP, Olayinka Egbeyemi who said the arrest was based on the directive of Lagos State Commissioner of Police Mr. Fatai Owoseni , added that 39 males and one female were arrested. Owoseni further directed that all those arrested be charged to Magistrate Courts, Ogba, Lagos. •Miscreants arrested in Oshodi He said the state Police Command would not relent until criminal activities were reduced to zero tolerance across the state. The commissioner disclosed that raiding of miscreants and hoodlums at different parts of the state particularly, Oshodi would be a continuous exercise to rid the area of undesirable elements. He however, warned parents and guardians to always monitor activities of their children particularly when they claimed to be coming to Lagos without any tangible means of livelihood or relations. One of the arrested miscreants who identified himself as Tajudeen Adeboye (mechanic) said he was invited to Lagos by a friend (Jelili). He said it was when he got to Oshodi that Jelili and his other gangs lured him into crime, picking pockets of innocent members of the public. Tajudeen Adeboye said averagely in a day he and his gangs make at least N10,000 to N20,000, saying it depends on what they found inside any bag or purse they snatched. He confessed that all telephones and other properties snatched like necklace, wrist watches among others were sold at cheap prices to their customers who come to them every night.

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Thursday, 5 May 2016

Crystal Palace Linked With MLS Sensation; A Good Deal?

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May 5, 2016
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Crystal Palace Linked With MLS Sensation; A Good Deal?

Crystal Palace are reportedly monitoring Portland Timbers forward Fanendo Adi ahead of the summer transfer window according to Yahoo Sports. The Nigerian forward has caught the eye of Crystal Palace manager Alan Pardew with his impressive spell for Portland Timbers in the Major League Soccer. The 25-year-old has found the back of the net 36 times from 79 games for Portland Timbers till date setting a club record and also helping his side to win the MLS Cup last season in the process.

Adi is currently the joint top scorer in MLS this season with seven goals from nine appearances. The Nigerian played a pivotal role for Portland Timbers last season with 20 goals in all competitions. Adi earned his first ever senior call-up for Nigeria for their recent AFCON qualifiers against Egypt thanks to his good run of form of late but he is yet to make his debut for the African powerhouse.

Adi has done well in the United States after failing to make his mark in Ukraine, Denmark, and Slovakia previously. The 6 ft 4 inches forward is known for his aerial abilities, pace, and brilliant hold up play. The Nigerian is blessed with a brilliant intelligence to make good decisions in the final third. However, Crystal Palace might have to struggle to get a work permit for the Nigerian due to his lack of experience in European football and also at the international stage.

Adi's influence in the United States cannot be put into question but it is debatable if he can bring his brilliant form to the South London club across the Atlantic. Adi is highly unproven and would be a big gamble from the Eagles. Performances in Major League Soccer should not be the benchmark to judge players and Crystal Palace should avoid signing Adi if they are eyeing him as a first choice centre-forward to lead their attack.

Lack of profligacy from the strikers has been the biggest concern at Selhurst Park this season. Connor Wickham has managed to do a decent job of late but that is far from what the Eagles need on a consistent basis. The less we talk about the rest of the forwards at the South London club, the better it is. Crystal Palace must, at the very least, sign a 15-goal proven Premier League striker next season in order to come back with a stronger season.

A deal for Adi would be a shrewd piece of business by Alan Pardew if he eyes the Nigerian as a cover for the first choice centre-forward they sign in the summer. Adi might turn out to be a hit in the Premier League but to take a risk, when you are in no position to take a gamble on the department you need reinforcements to the hilt, is definitely not recommended!

NFF not in haste to name new Eagles coach

First Vice President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Barr. Seyi Akinwumi, has revealed that the federation under the leadership of Amaju Pinnick is not in a rush to employ a substantive Super Eagles coach. Akinwumi told National Mirror that the NFF had learnt from its mistake of the past, noting that the federation was taking its time to give Nigeria the best. Asked how long Nigerians would have to wait to get the substantive coach for Super Eagles, the Lagos FA chairman replied, “Nigerians should wait, we are going to have a substantive coach.
I cannot say now and I think the question is meant for the technical committee.” He added, “And we need to understand some things; it is not about getting the coach, but is about getting the best for the country. “With a lot of experience we have had in the past from employment of coaches, we need to go to the root of the problem and take our time, solve the problem and come up with the best. “Right now we don’t have any urgency now, no qualifier no competitive games.
That is why we are trying to use the time to get the best for the country. All we want from Nigerians is to be patient. I am sure very soon we shall get the best for the country.” Speaking on the forthcoming Super Eagles friendly matches in France and Luxemburg, Akinwumi said the NFF was on course for the international friendlies. “As far as I know nothing has changed; the coach has called those he wants ready and there is assurance from federation, so we are on course for the games. “As we indicated we want to seize the opportunity to launch those young lads that we tag future Super Eagles and those who are coming to blend together and understand what it takes to have Super Eagles crest “So, we are on course; the plan is already on ground,” he added.
Meanwhile, in the latest FIFA Ranking released yesterday, Super Eagles are still marking time in the 67th spot globally and are 14th in Africa. FIFA said, “With no international “A” matches played in April, the May edition of the FIFA/Cola-Cola World Ranking provides a brief moment of security for teams eager to hold onto the top positions.” Accordingly, Argentina still on top as Philippines set new personal best, with Algeria still dominating Africa. The next FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking will be published on June 2.

FIFA ranking: Nigeria still 14th in Africa

May 6, 2016

Pius Ayinor

Super Eagles remain in the 14th position in Africa following the world ranking released by the football governing body, FIFA, on Thursday. The detail of the rankings indicates the Eagles remained in their previous position while still occupying the 67th position in the world.

Algeria, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Senegal and Egypt are the top five teams in Africa in that order. Nigeria’s next opponents in friendly matches planned for this month, Mali and Luxembourg sit in the 65th place and 146th place respectively in thelatest release.

In the global ranking, 2014 World Cup runners up Argentina lead the way. They are followed by Belgium, Chile, Colombia and Germany.

The next ranking will be published on June 2 and that should go a long way in determining how Nigeria would fare when the 2018 World Cup qualifying draw is made. Eagles did not play any match in April but are already lined up to play two games in May and June. The Nigeria Football Federation is trying to make it three within the period with the third game against South Africa.

In Abuja Nigeria Professional Football League sides Sunshine Stars of Akure and Giwa FC of Jos have been paired in the Federations Cup. Their fixture highlights the 2016 Fed Cup Round of 64 fixtures following the ceremony held on Thursday in Abuja. It remains to be seen if Giwa would honour their fixture having missed two games in the league already.

Rangers will face Akure City, FC Ifeanyiubah will do battle with Ebonyi United while Gateway United will tackle Kano Pillars for places in the Round of 32.

Cup holders Akwa United, 2015 finalists Lobi Stars and Enyimba will not feature in the early round of 64 as they were drawn bye to the next round.

No date and venue for the epic confrontation has been announced by the Nigeria Football Federation.