Peseiro backs Osimhen to lead Super Eagles’ to AFCON glory

Peseiro backs Osimhen to lead Super Eagles' to AFCON glory

Peseiro backs Osimhen to lead Super Eagles' to AFCON glory

Jose Peseiro is confident in Victor Osimhen’s ability to guide Nigeria to victory at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Osimhen played a vital role in the team’s qualification for the tournament, emerging as the top scorer with 10 goals during the qualifiers.

Peseiro backs Osimhen to lead Super Eagles' to AFCON glory

Victor Osimhen – Getty image The Super Eagles’ head coach, Peseiro emphasized the importance of having Osimhen in the Super Eagles squad, stating the striker’s potential to make a difference at the Cote d’Ivoire tournament. Speaking at a celebratory dinner in Abu Dhabi to honour Osimhen’s recognition as Africa’s best player, Peseiro stated, “From our team, he (Osimhen) was the highest goal scorer during the qualifiers. “Of course, his teammates helped him to achieve that. I hope and wish he wins the highest goal scorer and helps us win the tournament,” he added.

Liverpool extend Premier League lead after dramatic 4-2 win against Newcastle

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Liverpool settled a 4-2 victory over Newcastle in a dramatic Premier League clash, taking them three points clear at the top of the table. However, the win was marred by controversy surrounding a late penalty decision. The Reds dominated the match at Anfield, with Mohamed Salah scoring twice. But the highlight of the game came when referee Anthony Taylor awarded Liverpool a penalty after Diogo Jota was deemed to have been tripped by Newcastle’s Martin Dubravka. Liverpool extend Premier League lead after dramatic 4-2 win against NewcastleLiverpool extend Premier League lead after dramatic 4-2 win against NewcastleMohamed Salah scored the controversial penalty for Liverpool – Getty image Despite replays suggesting minimal contact, VAR did not intervene, and Salah converted the penalty to seal the win. Before the controversial penalty, Liverpool had already taken the lead with Salah scoring from the spot early in the second half. However, Newcastle quickly equalized through Alexander Isak. Liverpool continued to press forward, eventually regaining the lead through a goal from Curtis Jones. Meanwhile, Cody Gakpo thought he had secured the win for Liverpool, Newcastle’s Sven Botman scored from a corner to break the margin to 3-2. Salah’s successful penalty in the closing minutes sealed the win for Liverpool, who now lead the Premier League standings by three points.

Arsenal extend Premier League lead with 2-1 win over Wolves

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Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal extended their Premier League top of the table lead with a 2-1 win against Wolves on Saturday. The Gunners showed their attacking prowess early in the game, scoring their first within six minutes. Bukayo Saka’s skill maneuvering past Wolves defense, saw him net his eighth goal of the season. The league leaders continued their onslaught, doubling their lead just 13 minutes into the match.

EPL: Arsenal extend Premier League lead with 2-1 win over Wolves

Arsenal continue EPL lead with 2-1 against Wolves – Getty image Oleksandr Zinchenko’s clever play set up captain Martin Odegaard, who calmly finished to put Arsenal in stronger control. The Gunners’ manager Arteta, had been vocal about the challenges posed by Wolves defensive style. However, Arsenal’s attacking display in the game proved mover decisive. Meanwhile, the match also saw Wolves’ goalkeeper, Jose Sa, pick an injury, leading to an unexpected opportunity for second goalkeeper Dan Bentley. Recall that Bentley was a former Arsenal player who was released 15 years ago.

Sir Ferguson lead list of football legends at Sir Bobby charlton’s Funeral

Sir Ferguson lead list of football legends at Sir Bobby charlton's Funeral

Sir Alex Ferguson, Prince William, and a host of English football legends joined mourners at Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral service on Monday. The funeral procession honouring one of the England’s greatest-ever players passed by Old Trafford before reaching Manchester Cathedral for a memorial service. Ferguson, who arrived with former United CEO David Gill, offered words about the legend. “He was a fantastic man. I’m here at United because of Bobby Charlton.

Sir Ferguson lead list of football legends at Sir Bobby charlton's Funeral

Alex Ferguson attends Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral “The day I came, he supported me 100 per cent, all the way. He was totally behind me and everything we tried to do with youth,” Ferguson said. United players, past and present, also paid their respects. Maguire, Shaw, Evans, and Heaton represented the current squad. Former stars Crerand, Stepney, Robson, Scholes, Keane, Schmeichel, and Cole also attended.

Ronaldo, Adesanya lead star-studded guest list to attend Fury vs Ngannou fight

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Cristiano Ronaldo and Nigeria’s UFC champion Isreal Adesanya are among top guests to watch the fight between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou. The much anticipated fight titled “Battle of the Baddest“, set in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Saturday night is making waves and would see star-studded guest list featuring sporting giants and A-list celebrities. Not only will it be contested in two separate venues, the fight will also feature a specially crafted championship belt. Meanwhile, Ronaldo, a good friend of Ngannou will make it for the fight after after the match between Al Nassr and Saudi Pro League rivals Al Feiha by 4pm WAT. Boxing: Ronaldo, Adesanya lead star-studded guest list to attend Fury vs Ngannou fightBoxing: Ronaldo, Adesanya lead star-studded guest list to attend Fury vs Ngannou fightCristiano Ronaldo with Al Nassr players – Getty image He will reunite with his former Manchester United teammate and legend Rio Ferdinand who according to talkSPORT, has already flown out to Saudi Arabia for the fight. MMA superstar Conor McGregor has also announced his attendance, and would be at the venue with fellow MMA icon Israel Adesanya, among others. Furthermore, WWE legend The Undertaker will also be present, as well as boxing champions and legends Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao who had the richest fight in history in 2015. Ngannou’s trainer and Heavyweight icon Mike Tyson, will be at the ringside. Fury’s rival and world champion Oleksandr Usyk, is also expected to attend, among many more others. Fury vs Ngannou has made headlines in the past months and could be one of the biggest fights the sport has seen in recent times. The bout marks Ngannou’s professional boxing debut, after crossing from MMA. He faces a tough opponent Fury, who is the reigning, undefeated heavyweight World Boxing Champion (WBC). The fight is slated at 1am Saudi time (11pm West Africa Time)

Team lead reveals how he didn’t sack his employee

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Team lead reveals how he showed last-minute kindness and didn’t sack his colleagueTeam lead reveals how he showed last-minute kindness and didn’t sack his colleague A team lead took to his Twitter to reveal how he didn’t sack his colleague, choosing to show him kindness at the last minute. In a lengthy post he made on his Twitter page, @cyberomin, he explained the events. He explained how when he used to be a team lead he had a colleague who refused to pull his weight during work despite being called out numerous times. The team lead knew his capability so he was surprised about his negligence to his work. However, after numerous attempts to get him to do better without success, he decided to let him go. However, last minute, he chose to ask him what was wrong to which the colleague confided in him and explained how his mother had cancer and he had become her caregiver as well as responsible for her medical bills. He gave him two weeks off and filled in for him. The team lead has emphasized the need to show more kindness and has expressed gratitude for not sacking him. See post below… Team lead reveals how he showed last-minute kindness and didn’t sack his colleague Team lead reveals how he showed last-minute kindness and didn’t sack his colleague Team lead reveals how he showed last-minute kindness and didn’t sack his colleague Team lead reveals how he showed last-minute kindness and didn’t sack his colleague

“Lead our country to greater heights” — Yul Edochie congratulates Tinubu, Shettima

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Controversial Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie congratulates the 16th president of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his Vice President, Kashim Shettima following their swearing-in. The embattled actor prayed to God to grant the duo the resources needed to lead Nigeria to greater achievements.

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Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie Edochie conveyed this message in a tweet from his official account on Monday, while extending his congratulations to Tinubu and Shettima for taking their oath of office. “Congratulations to our new President & Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu
@officialABAT, His Excellency Kashim Shettima @KashimSM. May God give you all you need to lead our country to greater heights,” he wrote. The swearing-in ceremony of the president took place at Eagles Square in Abuja on the 29th of May, administered by Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola. Tinubu, having emerged victorious over the Peoples Democratic Party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, the Labour Party’s candidate Peter Obi, and Rabiu Kwankwaso of the New Nigeria People’s Party, pledged to uphold fidelity and true loyalty to the Nigerian constitution.  

Manchester City extend their lead over Arsenal with 3-0 win against Everton

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Manchester City extend their lead over Arsenal with 3-0 win againt Everton Manchester City are close to retaining the Premier League title following a 3-0 win over relegation-threatened Everton on Sunday, May 14. Everton defended stoutly for the majority of the first half and threatened City periodically on the break. Manchester City extend their lead over Arsenal with 3-0 win againt Everton But the league leaders made the breakthrough in the 37th minute with a moment of real quality from Ilkay Gundogan, who controlled a ball into the box from Riyad Mahrez before flicking the ball beyond Jordan Pickford with the outside of his boot and while facing the wrong way. Gundogan then helped to double their lead less than two minutes later. His clipped cross from the left picked out the head of Erling Haaland who didn’t make any mistake in finding the net. It was Haaland’s 36th Premier League goal of the season and 52nd in all competitions. It took City less than six minutes into the second half to make it 3-0. James Garner fouled Phil Foden just outside the penalty area and Gundogan stepped up to nonchalantly plant his second of the game into the top corner. Manchester City extend their lead over Arsenal with 3-0 win againt Everton Manchester City have now moved four points clear of title rivals, Arsenal, ahead of the Gunners’ clash with Brighton later on Sunday. Everton remain 17th, just one point above the relegation zone, with two games left. Pep Guardiola’s treble chasers will now switch focus to the second leg of their Champions League semi-final at home to Real Madrid on Wednesday night.

How I lost lead role with Majid Michel for refusing to sleep with a marketer – Ruby Ojiakor

How I lost lead role with Majid Michel for refusing to sleep with a marketer – Ruby Ojiakor

Nigerian actress Ruby Ojiakor has revealed how she lost a lead role with Ghanaian actor, Majid Michel after she refused to sleep with a marketer.

Ruby Ojiakor

There have been several rumors about how some movie executives have been demanding sex from female actresses for a particular movie role.  According to Ruby Ojiakor, she was replaced with another person when she refused sexual advances from the marketer. Speaking in an interview with The Punch, the actress disclosed that Majid Michel was paid extra to reshoot the same scenes with someone else. Ruby said; “I remember when I was called for a job in Enugu and we shot it for two days. I was supposed to be the female lead character in the movie. The marketer that owned the job wanted to ‘get down’ with me. But, I told him I could not do such a thing. I thought that since I had started shooting some scenes in the movie, nothing could be done to me and he cannot cancel my scenes, which I shot with Ghanaian actor, Majid Michel, then. I also felt Majid would not want to re-act the scenes he had done before. Those factors made me think that the producer’s decision to change me would be fruitless. But to my surprise, I was not called to continue my scenes. When I challenged the production manager, he said I should not be angry because someone else had been called to play the role. I was not given any reason for being removed from that project. Majid I asked if Majid agreed to re-shoot those scenes, and I was told he was paid extra money to do so. That was how I lost a movie role because I refused to sleep with the owner of the movie. The scenes I had already shot were wiped out from that movie. That was a painful experience, but I have moved on. I don’t think anything can be done to stop sexual advances from filmmakers. Some people have tried to report them, but it has not yielded any positive results. When an actress reports an offender, she is practically setting herself up for a fall. The offenders know themselves, and if one person reports any of them, they would gang up against that actress in the industry, and she would not be getting movie roles. It is just like a cartel. The best thing is to train oneself and be firm that even if others are doing it, one will not do it. That was what I did.”    

“I don comot leg from anything wey go lead to wedding”

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Nollywood thespian, Alexx Ekubo shocks his fans after he announced that he does not wish to associate himself with a wedding henceforth.

ALexx Ekubo

It is no longer news that Alexx Ekubo’s ex, Fancy Acholonu ended their engagement on the grounds of unreconciliable differences. Although she stepped forward to tender an apology after several months, she later revealed that her action was instigated by Alexx. Months later, a fan shares a photo of Alexx on her Instastory and tells him she already has wedding plans with him.

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In her words: “Am planning our wedding babes, make all this scarcity of money go fess so at 1 will marry you properly” Alexx replies to the fan and said: “I don comot leg from anything wey go lead to wedding” See post below;