naija news today 041218

Real Madrid and Croatia midfielder Luka Modric won the 2018 Ballon d’Or, becoming the first player other than Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo to claim the award in more than … read more via BBC Sport – https://ift.tt/2QAUWnW Get More Nigeria Sports News

The Lyon star became the first woman to win the award, but the night was dampened by an inappropriate request from the musician Monday was a historic day for women’s football as Ada Hegerberg became the first woman to be awarded a Ballon d’Or , but the evening was dampened by … read more via...

There was no way it could possibly have been anyone else but Kylian Mbappe has become the first recipient of the inaugural ‘Kopa Trophy’. The brand new award is for the best player under the age … read more via SPORTbible – https://ift.tt/2RxLL5d Get More Nigeria Sports News

Despite his dominance of the award alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, the Argentine has dropped down the list and finished outside the top three Lionel Messi has failed to make the top three of the Ballon d’Or for the first time since 2007, finishing fifth in this year’s final vote. … read more via...

Some Nigerians in the Diaspora have said the reports that President Muhammadu Buhari is an impostor known as Jubrin from Sudan is "mischievous". In a statement on Sunday, the Nigerians in Diaspora Monitoring Group (NDMG) said those behind the rumour need "psychiatric attention". A statement by...

As the year ends, many will hope to have more stamps on their passports in the new year resolution. We can't wait to explore these amazing destinations too! Make 2019 another unforgettable year by venturing to new corners of Africa. Here are … Read more via pulse.ng – Nigeria’s...

Two Special Assistants to Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State – Hon. Akpoebi Lubi and Dr. Benson Eniokuomehin – have resigned their appointments over irreconcilable differences within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Lubi, a former member of the State House of Assembly from...

Ajibade Rahaam, a 19-year-old student of a polytechnic in Ondo State, was weekend shot dead by suspected members of a group over supremacy battle in the institution, Vanguard reports. Police in the state said that a suspect has been arrested over the death of the student, adding that three …...

You think this is something else? No, it is not. It is just a sign that someone is good at his job and is getting all the high attention he can garner while smiling doing it. That is Emeka Opara, astute … Read more via INFORMATION NIGERIA – https://ift.tt/2Rwenvr Get More Nigeria Metro News

Iran says Qatar’s decision to quit the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) shows frustration of small crude producers with the dominant role of Saudi Arabia in OPEC, a senior Iranian energy official said on Monday. “This Qatar’s decision is very regretful … Read more...

President Donald Trump, despite invitation to late President George Bush state funeral, will not be allowed to speak to the ..... Read more via Nigeria News | Laila’s Blog – https://ift.tt/2PhUCWP Get more World News

A new video has surfaced which shows the moment singer Small Doctor was arrested by officers of the Lagos State Police. In case you missed it: the singer was arrested yesterday after firearms were found in his possession, and he allegedly threatened to shoot an officer. Commissioner of Police...

Nollywood actress Onyii Alexx finally shows off her beautiful daughter with caption; ‘My baby & i’..... via Nairaland – https://ift.tt/2rjUSLq Get more Nigeria Entertainment News

Chrissy Teigen has never been a pretentious celebrity mum and this is why many people all over the world love her so much. Yesterday, the model-chef-TV star wrote on social media that her son Mile Theodore, who was born in May, got the helmet due to his “adorable slightly misshapen head.” …...

Eddie Murphy is a dad for the tenth time. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the 57-year-old actor-comedian and his fiancée, model Paige Butcher, welcomed a baby boy on Friday who they have named Max Charles Murphy … via Olisa.tv – https://ift.tt/2EdF19A Get more Nigeria Entertainment News

The Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, yesterday reviewed his relationship with former governor of Lagos State, Senator Bola Tinubu, and Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, saying they are cool and in good terms. “Tinubu, Ambode and I are cool,” he … Read more via Thisdaylive...

As the 2019 campaigns draw near, a former chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mrs. Farida Waziri, has admonished gladiators to focus their electioneering on issues rather than adopting rhetoric that will further divide the people. The former anti-graft boss...

Audu Ogbeh, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, has said the Federal Government will soon begin cattle ranching in the country to stop cattle and herdsmen from roaming..... Read more via TODAY.NG – https://ift.tt/2zHBo7Y Get More Nigeria Political News

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential campaign kicked off yesterday at the Shehu Kangiwa Square, Sokoto, with the presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar; former President Goodluck Jonathan; Senate President Bukola Saraki; Speaker Yakubu Dogara and others calling on … Read...

The Golden State Warriors returned to winning ways in Steph Curry's second game back from injury. Steph Curry was at his best to help the Golden State Warriors record a 128-111 win over the Atlanta Hawks in an NBA game played on … read more via pulse.ng – Nigeria’s entertainment & lifestyle...