Saturday, December 31, 2016

NigerianEye: “Let’s hope for a better Nigeria in 2017 - Fayose” plus 29 more

NigerianEye: “Let’s hope for a better Nigeria in 2017 - Fayose” plus 29 more


Let’s hope for a better Nigeria in 2017 - Fayose

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 12:35 PM PST

Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has urged Nigerians to hope for a better country as the year 2017 rolls in. He also urged leaders to be fair and equitable in the way they would treat...

FG to establish mobile police base in southern Kaduna – IG

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 12:55 PM PST

The Nigeria Police on Saturday said it would establish a mobile police base in Kafanchan to address security problems in Southern part of Kaduna State. The Inspector General of Police, Mr Ibrahim...

Job creation in Nigeria drops by 60.6%

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 12:28 PM PST

The total number of fresh jobs created in the Nigerian economy declined by 287,954 jobs or 60.6 per cent from 475,180 jobs in the third quarter of last year to 187,226 in the third quarter of this...

No untouchables in war against corruption - Buhari

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 12:21 PM PST

President Muhammadu Buhari has said that his administration's determination to wrestle corruption to the ground remains unshaken. And to underscore that he is unrelenting in waging the war, President...

Don’t despair, things will get better in 2017 – Saraki

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 12:17 PM PST

The President of the Senate, Dr Bukola Saraki, has said that things would get better for Nigerians in 2017. A statement by Mr Yusufh Olaniyonu, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the...

Australia kicks off global New Year celebration with fireworks

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 12:12 PM PST

Australia rang in the new year Sunday with a spectacular fireworks display in Sydney, sending rainbow-coloured showers into the night sky and defying the global terror attacks that cast a pall over...

EPL’s up to Chelsea to lose - Wenger

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 12:09 PM PST

Arsenal coach, Arsene Wenger has declared that it will be impossible to catch Chelsea, if they continue with their current winning streak. Asked if Chelsea's winning run of 12 games made their two...

League Table: EPL

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 11:43 AM PST

#Team NamePWDLFAGDPTS1Chelsea1916124213+29492Liverpool1913424621+25433Manchester City1912343921+18394Arsenal1811433919+20375Tottenham Hotspur1810623313+20366Manchester...

Result of EPL Matches Played Today

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 11:39 AM PST

Burnley 4 - 1 Sunderland Chelsea 4 - 2 Stoke City Leicester City 1 - 0 West Ham United Manchester United 2 - 1 Middlesbrough Southampton 1 - 2 West Bromwich Albion Swansea City 0 - 3 AFC...

Liverpool 1-0 Manchester City: Liverpool beat City to turn up heat on Chelsea

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 11:33 AM PST

Georginio Wijnaldum's early goal was enough for Liverpool to secure all three points in a 1-0 win over Manchester City. The hosts scored with their first attempt in the eighth minute after Pablo...

Live Commentary: Liverpool 1-0 Manchester City

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 11:30 AM PST

Good evening and welcome to Nigerianeye's live text coverage of the Premier League clash between Liverpool and Manchester City at Anfield. The hosts come into this match sitting second in the...

Chelsea 4-2 Stoke City: Willian at the double as Chelsea make it a lucky 13 against Stoke

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 09:12 AM PST

Willian scored twice as Chelsea held off valiant Stoke for a Premier League record 13th successive win in a single season. Bruno Martins Indi and Peter Crouch -- with his first Premier League goal...

Leicester City 1-0 West Ham: Slimani downs Hammers

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 09:08 AM PST

Islam Slimani gave Leicester City a 1-0 victory over West Ham in the Premier League on Saturday. The striker, deputising for the suspended Jamie Vardy, powered a superb 20th minute header into the...

Man United seal dramatic win over Middlesbrough

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 09:01 AM PST

Manchester United extended their winning run in the Premier League to five games with a dramatic 2-1 win at home to Middlesbrough. Paul Pogba went close to an opener in the 14th minute, striking...

Bolton Wanderers Delay Decision On Ameobi Loan Extension

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 06:50 AM PST

English League One club Bolton Wanderers are delaying a decision on whether to extend Nigerian forward Sammy Ameobi's loan deal at the club. Ameobi's loan at the Trotters from Championship club...

President Buhari, Saraki, Dogara, others grace Tambuwal daughter’s wedding

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 06:29 AM PST

President Muhammadu Buhari was among thousands of well-wishers who graced the wedding Fatiha of the daughter of Gov. Aminu Tambuwal in Sokoto on Saturday. Buhari was represented by the Leader of...

Moyes: Anichebe must score goals to save Sunderland from relegation

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 06:28 AM PST

Sunderland manager, David Moyes has charged Nigerian forward, Victor Anichebe and the club's other strikers to start scoring if the club must survive relegation this season. The club currently sits...

Nigerian male barbie Bobrisky slapped by his bae

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 06:09 AM PST

Bobrisky said his bae slapped yesterday and smashed his iphone after he, Bobrisky, asked for bae's permission to attend a wedding and burial. Watch him talk about it below

Read President Buhari's New Year Message

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 05:54 AM PST

My dear Compatriots, I am happy to welcome you to the beginning of a New Year in our beloved country Nigeria. I felicitate with you today at a time when our nation is witnessing a new and impressive...

Job creation falls 60.6 per cent in one year

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 05:58 AM PST

The total number of fresh jobs created in the Nigerian economy declined by 287,954 jobs or 60.6 per cent from 475,180 jobs in the third quarter of last year to 187,226 in the third quarter of this...

10 achievements, failures of Lagos Governor Akinwunmi Ambode in 2016

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 05:46 AM PST

As governor of Nigeria's commercial and industrial capital, Akinwunmi Ambode is faced with the challenge of satisfying the yearnings of the over 15 million residents of Lagos. PREMIUM TIMES reviews...

Actress Keke Palmer opens up on show she survived being abused as a child

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 05:55 AM PST

Keke Palmer is getting real with fans about her life growing up. In a Facebook Live chat this week, the 23-year-old  actress was asked about why she chose to share her story in her upcoming...

Actor and wrestler shares his dad's sad story as he buys him a car

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 05:16 AM PST

Actor and professional wrestler, Dwayne Johnsosn, AKA The Rock, has shared a sad story about all that his dad suffered at a very young age and how it has shaped his life. Read the touching story...

2017 won’t be tough like 2016, APC assures Nigerians

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 05:09 AM PST

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged Nigerians to keep faith with the President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration, saying though 2016 was understandably tough, 2017 would usher in an era...

Ubi Franklin writes a letter a love letter to his son Jayden

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 05:04 AM PST

Below is what he wrote after sharing the pictures abroad Letter to my son, witnessing your birth was not just an experience; it was a miracle (the beauty of a child being born is nothing but pure...

Mikel’s Move To Marseille Delayed By Wage Demands

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 04:51 AM PST

Mikel Obi's move from Chelsea to Marseille is being held up over the Nigeria captain's wage demands, French publication L'Equipe has claimed. Mikel has not played a single minute under Antonio...

Nigerian man choked to death by South African police

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 04:47 AM PST

A Nigerian man identified as Tochukwu Nnadi was reportedly choked to death by police in South Africa on Thursday December 29th after he was arrested for allegedly selling drugs. According to...

Celebrities Who Didn't Shine In 2016

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 04:37 AM PST

Below is a list of artistes whose stars didn't shine in 2016 Omawumi Not just a few believed Omawunmi would excel going by her performance during the Idols reality show that shot her into limelight...

NDLEA seizes cough syrup worth N4m in Sokoto — Command

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 04:30 AM PST

The National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency, Sokoto State Command, seized 135 kilogrammes of cough syrup with codeine believed to be worth about N4m. The agency's Commander, Mr. Misbahu Idris, said...

Enugu Clash: No mosque was burnt, say cattle dealers

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 04:24 AM PST

Normalcy has returned to the Garriki Cattle Market, Awkunanaw, Enugu barely 24-hours after a dispute that claimed two lives broke out in the area. This came as cattle dealers dismissed reports that...

Entertainment Newsletter: Hottest celebrity Instagram accounts of 2016

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Aamir Khan's Christmas release 'Dangal,' which also stars Fatima Sana Sheikh, Sanya Malhotra and Sakshi Tanwar in lead roles, is roaring at the box-office with the collection of ov...
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The film is set to release a week earlier in India than the rest of the world, January 14.
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The approach that Incarnate takes to build a unique world with its own set of rules falls flat.
Hrithik-Sussanne spotted together, yet again!
It's been more than two years now since Hrithik Roshan and Sussanne Khan got divorced and went separate ways.
Aditya-Shraddha recreate 'Aashiqui 2' pose
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Aamir on PR Sondhi's allegations on 'Dangal'
Former national wrestling coach PR Sondhi has taken offence to the portrayal of his character in the film
Here's why you need to follow Amy Jackson
Here are 15 pictures of the British bombshell that will make you hit the follow button, in case you aren't already following her.
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Nollywood actor Odunlade Adekola is a year older today

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 03:23 AM PST

Popular Nollywood actor and provider of many memes used on Nigerian Internet, Odunlade Adekola is celebrating his birthday today. The post Nollywood actor Odunlade Adekola is a year older today...

‘MAJEK FASHEK: A prisoner without conscience’ – Azuka Jebose

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 02:46 AM PST

According to Azuka Jebose, Majek Fashek is no longer a star, but a pathetic waste; is a homeless street pan handler star. The post ‘MAJEK FASHEK: A prisoner without conscience’ –...

Majek Fashek accuses former friends Charles Novia and Azuka Jebose of defrauding him

Posted: 31 Dec 2016 01:46 AM PST

According to reggae musician Majek Fashek, 'Charles Novia put me in trouble with my American boss and Azuka Jebose is full of scandal.' The post Majek Fashek accuses former friends Charles Novia and...

These TV shows were the most pirated in 2016

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 11:49 PM PST

Award-winning TV shows 'Game of Thrones' and 'The Walking Dead' are among the most pirated ones over the last year. The post These TV shows were the most pirated in 2016 appeared first on Nigerian...

And just like that, we’re in the last day of 2016

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 11:37 PM PST

After 365 days, the last day of 2016 has finally arrived. It has been a very long year, with several memorable moments. As we count down into the new year, tell us the best part of the outgoing year...

All the red carpet looks from the Soundcity MVP awards 2016

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 03:32 PM PST

Enjoy all the looks from a number of the celebs who graced the 2016 Soundcity MVP awards red carpet in Lagos. The post All the red carpet looks from the Soundcity MVP awards 2016 appeared first on...

See Adesua Etomi, Vanessa Mdee, Omowunmi Akinnifesi and more ladies stun on the 2016 MVP awards red carpet

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 01:57 PM PST

The female celebrities at the Soundcity MVP awards 2016 undeniably slayed on the red carpet as viewers were given the best by the stars. The post See Adesua Etomi, Vanessa Mdee, Omowunmi Akinnifesi...

Check out Wizkid, Tekno, Olamide, Banky W and more trendy celebs on the 2016 MVP awards red carpet

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 01:25 PM PST

Big winners, Wizkid and Tekno gave gowns less attention when they arrived Eko Hotel, Lagos where the awards ceremony happened. The post Check out Wizkid, Tekno, Olamide, Banky W and more trendy...

‘Star Wars’ actress, Carrie Fisher and mother who died a day apart to be buried together

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 11:39 AM PST

Carrie Fisher died after suffering a cardiac arrest while her mum died a day later following a stroke during a family meeting to plan for Carrie's funeral. The post ‘Star Wars’ actress,...

‘The persecution of Mike Adenuga was only because Obasanjo was fighting Atiku’ – Awujale of Ijebu

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 10:03 AM PST

The 2006 arrest and questioning of Mike Adenuga, chairman of telecommunication giants Globacom and oil company ConOil, caught many Nigerians by surprise. The post ‘The persecution of Mike...

Matharoo sisters apologize for blackmailing Femi Otedola

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 09:50 AM PST

Canadian sisters, Jyoti and Kiran Matharoo, have apologized to Femi Otedola and other affected people in a new video for the atrocities they committed. The post Matharoo sisters apologize for...

‘Please never compare me to anyone’ – Burna Boy

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 09:43 AM PST

According to Burna Boy, at his age God has done so well for him and brought him this far. The post ‘Please never compare me to anyone’ – Burna Boy appeared first on Nigerian...

Run-DMC is suing US retailers Wal-Mart and Amazon for $50m

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 09:19 AM PST

Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels is filing for $50 million and alleging that the retailers sold products bearing the group's name without permission. The post Run-DMC is suing US retailers Wal-Mart and Amazon...

Rob Kardashian has been discharged from hospital after diabetes scare

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 08:55 AM PST

According to reports, Rob is going through a hard time as a result of the turbulent relationship between him and his fiancée Blac Chyna. The post Rob Kardashian has been discharged from hospital...

The ongoing 8-day One Lagos Fiesta should be a world record

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 08:37 AM PST

If the folks at Guinness World Records do not know, let us tell them: One Lagos Fiesta is bigger than your favourite party. The post The ongoing 8-day One Lagos Fiesta should be a world record...

Angélique Kidjo celebrates mum at 90

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 08:00 AM PST

It's a special day for Beninese singer, Angélique Kidjo who celebrated her mother turning 90 today, December 30. The post Angélique Kidjo celebrates mum at 90 appeared first on Nigerian...

Nkem Owoh vs. John Okafor: Who would you tag as the king of Nollywood comedy?

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:25 AM PST

Over the years a number of comic actors have risen in the Nigerian movie industry but only a few have remained constant like Nkem Owoh and John Okafor. The post Nkem Owoh vs. John Okafor: Who would...

These are the top films Nollywood had to offer in 2016

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 05:36 AM PST

This is a list of, not exactly the 'best Nollywood films of the year' but more of 'the best films the year had to offer.' The post These are the top films Nollywood had to offer in 2016 appeared...

How fast can you find this dog’s master?

Posted: 30 Dec 2016 05:15 AM PST

In this illustration of a dog, there is hidden the head of its master. How fast can you find it? The post How fast can you find this dog’s master? appeared first on Nigerian Entertainment...