Where will Neymar fit in at Barcelona?

The Brazilian has signed a five-year contract with the Catalan club and will be expected to shine on a European stage next season. But how will he be used at Camp Nou?

He is the talk of the town. The football season has not even ended yet here in Spain, but fans of Barcelona are already salivating at the prospect of seeing new signing Neymar link up with Lionel Messi and their brilliant midfield next season.

Royalty Hosts TGIF

 Royalty Crew (in FUPRE) will on friday 31st May, 2013 host a party/show tagged "TGIF" at Mwanza hotel along Warri/Portharcourt road, Okuokoko, Delta State, Nigeria. Red carpet is scheduled to start at 8pm while the main event will commence from 9pm till dawn. Gate fee is N500 for regulars while VIP ticket is N1000. All Banners (flex), Handbills (Flyer) & Red carpet background are proudly designed by STANLIGHTCONCEPTS.

Fake professor, others arrested for operating illegal varsity

ICPC Chairman, Mr. Ekpo Nta

THE Independent Corrupt Practices and other related Offences Commission and the National University Commission on Friday arrested the proprietor of Richmond Open University, Enugu, “Professor” Mazi Chris Okoro for allegedly operating an illegal institution.

Also arrested were the son of the university’s proprietor and four other staff of the institution.

 The ICPC officials also interrogated a Reverend Sister in-charge of the Luminary International Centre for Health and Alternative Medicine which had metamorphosed into Society for Energy Health with its headquarters at Mgbowo in Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State.

Emergency rule: Boko Haram militants flood Gombe, Bauchi

Members of the boko haram sect

Following the declaration of a state of emergency in Yobe, Borno and Adamawa states, some members of the fundamentalist Boko Haram sect have started fleeing to neighbouring Gombe, Bauchi and Jigawa states, SUNDAY PUNCH authoritatively reports.

On Thursday, members of the sect attacked two police stations and four banks in Daura, Katsina State.

It was the first time the sect was carrying out attacks in Katsina.

18-Year-Old's Invention Could Make Your Future Phone Instacharge

 While you are hanging out on the Internet (in your underwear, maybe?) on a Saturday, kids that are smarter than either you or I are out there getting ready to change the world. 18-year-old Eesha Khare (left), for instance, not only invented a supercapacitor that could someday be a phone battery that charges in just a couple of seconds; she also won $50,000 for it.

Nigeria, World Bank earmark $659m for erosion control in Nigeria

Nigeria and the World Bank are to spend 659 million dollars in tackling erosion in 11 states, including Cross River, a World Bank Official said in Calabar on Friday.
The Task Team leader of the World Bank for New Map Project Steve Danyo, disclosed the plan, when the team paid a courtesy visit to Gov. Liyel Imoke of Cross River.

Photoshop Express brings its quick photo fixes to Windows 8 and RT

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Adobe's Photoshop Express has been taking care of our botched photos on Android and iOS for quite some time, but it hasn't had its turn on a desktop-class platform. That changes with today's launch of a version for Windows 8 and RT. Like their mobile counterparts, Windows users can now make basic edits, apply filters and sync photos to Revel in a touch-friendly interface; the chief difference is the landscape-oriented Windows Store look.

National Universities Commission [NUC] Lists Out 41 Illegal Universities in Nigeria

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has unveiled the identities of the illegal “universities” with known addresses operating in the country. The commission disclosed this yesterday at the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related Offences Commission (ICPC) headquarters during a joint press conference on the activities of the operators of the illegal “universities” across the country.
  

According to a release signed by the NUC deputy director (legal), Moses Awe, and made available to LEADERSHIP, 41 illegal universities have so far been identified with fixed addresses and have been published on NUC website.

JAMB Gets 7-days Ultimatum To Release Scripts For Remarking + Reason why the Mass Failure was High

An education consultant, Mr oludotun shodunke, has given JAMB 7 days ultimatum to release some scripts for re-marking or face court action.
Shodunke wants to prove that the examination body failed many candidates because the examination question allegedly leaked.
In an interview with The nation, Shodunke who led some Candidates protest, the mass failure In the utme In maryland, Lagos, last Thursday, queried the jamb leadership led by prof. Dibu Ojerinde In conducting the examination.
He stated that most of the students were failed by the body because of the rumour that paper leaked.
If paper leaked, the right thing is for the body to have cancelled the exercise and fixed another day for it. You can not punish students with what I called "monumental failure" because the examination paper leaked.. Leakage of examination paper cannot be blamed on the students, "he said".

The nation newspaper
May 16, 2013
Page 27.

#God help Nigerian Students.

Beckham announces retirement

The former England captain has decided to bring the curtain down on his illustrious career despite the efforts of Paris Saint-Germain to persuade him to play on for another year

Paris Saint-Germain midfielder David Beckham has announced that he will retire from football at the end of the season.
The 38-year-old only moved to the French capital on a short-term contract in January but the Parisiens were keen for the former England captain to extend his stay at the Parc des Princes for another season.

However, even though Beckham played his part in PSG ending their 18-year wait for a Ligue 1 title, the midfielder has now decided to bring the curtain down on his illustrious career this summer.

"I'm thankful to PSG for giving me the opportunity to continue but I feel now is the right time to finish my career, playing at the highest level," he said in a statement.

Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard signs one-year contract extension following Europa League final triumph

 

Frank Lampard has signed a one-year contract extension with Chelsea following a season of uncertainty over the midfielder's future.
 

Staying on: Frank Lampard, who captained Chelsea to victory in the Europa League final on Wednesday, has signed a one-year contract extension with the club 

Swaziland Bans Witches From Flying Above 150metres

Swaziland has launched a crackdown on high-flying witches after banning them from hovering above 150metres.

It has been a long time since witches were burnt at the stake in Europe but the accusation remains a serious one in the landlocked African country.
Anyone caught flying their broomstick above the height limit faces arrest and a hefty R500,000 fine, the country’s Civil Aviation Authorities said this week.
According to the Corporate Affairs Sabelo Dlamini‘A witch on a broomstick should not fly above the [150-metre] limit,’

Michael Carrick named Manchester United Players' Player of the Year

After a season in which the club won an historic 20th league title, the England midfielder scooped his personal prize while Robin van Persie won the Sir Matt Busby award

Michael Carrick has won the Manchester United Players' Player of the Year award for the 2012/13 season.

The 31-year-old midfielder, who has made over 300 appearances since joining the current Premier League champions in 2006, has been in arguably the finest form of his career after taking up the mantle of the retiring Paul Scholes as United's most pre-eminent midfield presence.

Senate demands state burial for Achebe

Prof. Chinua Achebe

Senate on Wednesday eulogised the late literary icon, Prof. Chinua Achebe, demanding a state burial for him.

The renowned author died on March 21 in the United States at the age of 82.

Senator representing Anambra Central, Chris Ngige, brought a motion, signed by all the senators, drawing attention to Achebe’s contributions to the growth of literature and political activism.

Ngige noted that Achebe was a world figure and personality, who brought fame and prestige to humanity through his literary work.

Celebs Flaunt their HOT Bikini Bods! Check out Shots of Yvonne Nelson, Rukky Sanda, Tonto Dikeh & Karen Igho

She’s Sexy and She Knows it!

Summer is not until June in the Northern Hemisphere but some of our favourite celebrities are already flaunting their hot bodies. Check out how Rukky Sanda, Yvonne Nelson, Tonto Dikeh and Karen Igho rocked their sexy pieces.
Yvonne Nelson

Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson just shared an image on Instagram of her rocking a two piece . The 27 year old movie star who called the beach her “fav spot” sports dark sun shades and long dark locks.
Judging from Yvonne’s smile in the photo, she knows she looks good.

Chelsea clinch Europa glory

Branislav Ivanovic's injury-time header secured Chelsea a 2-1 win over Benfica in the Europa League final. Fernando Torres had broken the deadlock with a fine goal only to see the effort cancelled out by Oscar Cardozo. But Ivanovic struck late to secure European success

 

2000 soldiers, fighter jets deployed to Borno state

About 2,000 security operatives and military hardware, including fighter jets have been deployed to Maiduguri ahead of yesterday’s declaration of State of Emergency.

In neighboring Yobe State, it is not clear how many soldiers were deployed but residents said shortly after the declaration of state of emergency, stop and search operations have been intensified in the state capital while movement have been restricted in other places.

Residents said the deployment of the federal troops, including the army, navy, air force and operatives of the State Security Service (SSS) began at the weekend.

2face, Ice Prince nominated for BET Awards 2013 [FULL LIST]

2face and Ice Prince

Nigerian artistes – Pop singer 2face Idibia and rapper Ice Prince Zamani have both been nominated for this years BET Awards taking place at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles on June 30.

2face and Ice Prince are nominated in the ‘Best International Act: Africa’ category along with four other African artistes - Toya Delazy (South Africa), Donald (South Africa), R2Bees (Ghana) and Radio and Weasel (Uganda).

2face and Ice Prince aren’t new to the awards show; in 2011, 2face Idibia won along side D’banj and in 2012, Ice Prince was nominated alongside Wizkid (Wizkid won the award with Sarkodie).

Check out the full nomination list below…

PRESIDENT GOODLUCK JONATHAN'S BROADCAST

Nigeria President Goodluck Jonathan

ON THE DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY IN BORNO, YOBE AND ADAMAWA STATES IN ORDER TO RESTORE PUBLIC ORDER, PUBLIC SAFETY AND SECURITY IN THE AFFECTED STATES OF THE FEDERATION

MAY 14, 2013

 Dear compatriots,

1. It has become necessary for me to address you on the recent spate of terrorist activities and protracted security challenges in some parts of the country, particularly in Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, Gombe, Bauchi, Kano, Plateau and most recently Bayelsa, Taraba, Benue and Nasarawa states. These unfortunate events have led to needless loss of lives and property of many innocent Nigerians including members of our security forces.

28 housemates for new season of Big Brother Africa ‘The Chase’

Karen Igho won Big Brother season 6 in 2011. Photo: Karen Igho

This season of the popular show has been titled ‘The Chase’ – featuring 28 housemates from 14 countries who will all compete for the mouth-watering cash prize of $300,000.

Big Brother The Chase will launch on Sunday, May 26, 2013 with usual suspect IK Osakioduwa returning as host.

‘We want to give audiences and loyal fans of the show, a truly unforgettable viewing experience once again. This season audiences can expect a show encompassing suspense, emotions, drama, fun, excitement and quite possibly, as we have seen in previous seasons, a little romance’, M-Net Africa Managing Director Biola Alabi says.

BREAKING NEWS: Roberto Mancini sacked by Manchester City

Exactly one year to the day since his side secured the Premier League title, the Italian pays the price for a disappointing season as he is dismissed from the Etihad Stadium

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has been sacked.
The club's defeat to Wigan in the FA Cup final proved the last straw for the City owners, who said in a statement that the Italian had failed to achieve any of the team's targets for the season.

FC Barcelona unveils Indonesian website

FC Barcelona website is now available in eight languages following the addition of Indonesian.

The launch has also coincided with that of the new Twitter account at @fcbarcelona_id

"We are very happy to be able to address our Indonesian supporters in their own language”, said Dídac Lee, the director in charge of new technologies.

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Olamide denies being signed to D'banj's record label

"I am not signed to DB Records" - Olamide denies being signed to D'banj's record label. And when someone asked him about that Kay Switch tweet where he welcomed him (Olamide) to their family, Olamide replied: "Yeah, we family"

Seems D'banj tried to sign him. Maybe things didn't work out.

ATMs DISPENSE FAKE N1000 NOTES

There is a disturbing development in the banking industry as some banks’ Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) now dispense counterfeit currencies, particularly the N1000 notes, which is the highest denomination in the country.

A drama played out last week in Lagos when a customer who withdrew money from an old generation bank went to another bank few metres away to deposit part of the money in another bank, but was shocked when the cashier told him that some of the N1000 notes were fake. Efforts to explain the source of the money were rebuffed. The cashier and customers in that bank confirmed that the development was not strange but was now becoming rampant.

Photos: Meet the 60 contestants for Miss Nigeria 2013

60 girls were preselected from 5 states around the country based on their character, poise, personality, and composure by the Miss Nigeria judges. It is now time to vote for your favourite contestant based on beauty. The 36 girls with the highest number of votes/likes will move to the next stage.

Each day, 3 girls with the lowest amount of likes would be evicted. These are the top 60 preselected girls. See the rest of the girls and find out how you can vote for them after the cut ...

NIKON Celebrates New Fan Base in Nigeria

Budding photographers and professionals had a unique opportunity to try out a range of Nikon cameras and lenses when the company celebrated its six month distribution milestone in Nigeria last month. 

The intimate social event at Protea Ikeja was attended by Nigeria’s top photographer, Kelechi Amadi Obi, and US-based photographer and Nikon enthusiast Joe McNally. Also in attendance were passionate photographers from the country, representatives from the Nikon Middle East and Africa regional office representatives and New Creation Worldwide Link Nigeria Ltd, the official and exclusive distributor and marketer of Nikon Nigeria. Continue...

"We are extremely excited and proud to be celebrating our six month milestone in the market,” commented Rohit Sawhney, Nikon Area Sales Manager. “Our current performance in Nigeria is strong and has been characterized primarily by sales in the DSLR product range. As we move ahead, we plan to continue building on this growth and increasing our brand presence and awareness in the country.”

See photos from the event below...