Fifa racism measures could see teams expelled or relegated

Teams could be relegated or expelled from competitions for serious incidents of racism after tough new powers were voted in by Fifa.First or minor offences will result in either a warning, fine or order for a match to be played behind closed doors.Serious or repeat offences can now be punished by a points deduction, expulsion or relegation.Jeffrey Webb, head of Fifa's anti-racism task force, said the decision was "a defining moment".He added:...

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Nigeria deserves respect says Chicharito

Manchester United and Mexico striker Javier Hernandez says Nigeria deserve respect ahead of their meeting tomorrow.Both countries meet in an international friendly in Houston, Texas, and the Mexican forward is wary of the threat posed by the African championsThe most important thing is to have a game to prepare for the qualifiers, which we’ll be doing against Nigeria.“They are African champions and they have many players abroad. The players are...

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Arsenal must aim higher, says Henry

Arsenal great Thierry Henry warned the club on Wednesday that they must set their sights higher than merely qualifying for the Champions League.Arsene Wenger’s side celebrated jubilantly after securing a top-four finish in the Premier League with a 1-0 win at Newcastle United on the final day of the Premier League season, drawing criticism from some quarters.Henry, who now plays for the New York Red Bulls, says the only thing worth celebrating...

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Agent: Bale worth more that neymar

The agent of Tottenham Hotspur star Gareth Bale has claimed it could cost Real Madrid even more money than Barcelona paid for Neymar should they wish to land the Welshman in the coming months.“It (the Neymar fee) is crazy but whatever Neymar has cost, Gareth Bale is worth more,” Jonathan Barnett told Marca TV late Tuesday.Real president Florentino Perez is thought to be targeting the 23-year-old as the first step in revolutionising the Madrid...

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I don’t want to rush into marriage – Actress, scriptwriter Dayo Amusa

Actress, scriptwriter and producer, Dayo Amusa, is fast turning herself into a force to reckon with her recent investment as a producer and scriptwriter. In a recent chat with Movie Moments, she opened up on marriage, work and her recent relationship with Desmond Elliot.You have been on and off the movie scenes these days; what prompted that? wonder why the choice of Desmond Elliot to direct your current flick?Let me state here categorically...

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4 incredible ways to overcome depression

One in ten Americans suffers from depression–a pretty staggering and alarming statistic. Given the current social climate, these rates aren’t all that surprising. Top risk factors include being unable to work or unemployed; having no health insurance; suffering from obesity,” notes psychologist Gregory L. Jantz, citing a Centers for Disease Control study.“Unfortunately, those topics have dominated headlines for the past five years. What’s worse,...

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Azeezat:I Don’t Need Goodluck Jonathan’s Money

Since the announcement of President Goodluck Jonathan’s $200 million Entertainment Intervention Fund in 2010, many entertainers have lamented the hardship involved in accessing the money.While many have claimed that nobody in the industry has taken a bite from the ‘cake’, few have claimed otherwise.Many industry stakeholders have termed the fund ‘invisible’ money, which was only announced to woo entertainers into getting people to vote for President...

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Recent studies suggest that laughter enhances the quality of romantic relationships

Laughter is a bold declaration of happiness.We’re all familiar with its contagious effect, and attempts to stifle it often result in uncontrollable giggles. Professional comedians claim that there is humor to be found in virtually any situation, given enough time. We all know that laughing feels good, but what impact does it have on our daily wellbeing? Let’s turn to the research to find out.Recent studies suggest that laughter enhances the quality...

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Eagles play test game in Germany

Ahead of next month’s 2014 World Cup qualifier against Kenya, the Super Eagles will today play against a local German side in a friendly game.According to reports from Germany, where the Coach Stephen Keshi-tutored Nigerian side are training,  today’s test game will enable Keshi to have a broader picture of which players to use for the exhibition match against Mexico in USA.A day after the test game, the African champions will fly out to...

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Yvonne Nwosu:i Never Dated Nigerian rapper Ice Prince

Yvonne Nwosu says she never dated Nigerian rapper Ice Prince. The fashion designer revealed this in an interview with Punch, insisting she’s just good friends with the rapper. ‘Ice Prince is just my friend. It has always been that way. It does not matter if I put up pictures. I could put up pictures of anybody. I never said anything, next minute people were saying I’m dating him. I never said anything. I don’t have a boyfriend, he is just my friend’,...

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Bayern’s success raises pressure on Guardiola

European champions Bayern Munich plan to win Saturday’s German Cup final to see coach Jupp Heynckes off with a historic treble, but it will only increase the pressure on new arrival Pep Guardiola.The 42-year-old ex-Barcelona boss takes office as Bayern trainer on June 26 as Heynckes ends his two-year tenure as Munich coach after Saturday’s German Cup final in Berlin against VfB Stuttgart.Bayern’s 2-1 win over Borussia Dortmund in Saturday’s Wembley...

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Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp vows to Strengthen his Team

Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp has said his team will bounce back from their Champions League final defeat to Bayern Munich — even with the Bavarian giants set to take his best two players. Dortmund lost the all-German contest 2-1 at Wembley on Saturday after a late strike from Arjen Robben."We will come back, maybe not to Wembley but we will try to come back to another final," the head coach said."I have much work to build a new team....

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Eucheria Anunobi On Her Birthday said I’m Humbled To Be A Worker In The Vineyard

It’s Sanitation today, Police arrested me, i fought it out though, drove me down to Area F but they left me, just got home now, fones were inside the car i borrowed to travel. I am fine now bros!Eucheria Anunobi’s Birthday: I’m Humbled To Be A Worker In The Vineyard Can somebody shout Halleluiah! It’s indeed another year for the beautiful woman, Ms. Eucheria Anunobi, the Nollywood actress turned evangelist added a year today and she is appreciating...

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AGN set to host screen actors award

Ibinabo, AGN boss In the bid to recognise actors, individuals, corporate bodies, government and its agencies that have contributed immensely to the growth of the nation’s motion picture industry, the  Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has concluded plans to organise its own award ceremony  known as the Screen Actors Award.Already, the National President of the guild, Ms Ibinabo Fiberesima has inaugurated a 10- man committee to oversee...

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Moyes signs six-year deal to become Manchester United manager.

The Red Devils move swiftly to confirm the Scot as the man to fill their greatest ever manager's boots following Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement.Everton manager David Moyes will take over for Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United at the end of the Premier League season.A day after the shocking announcement of Ferguson's retirement, the Toffees' boss has been identified as the successor to the most successful manager in English soccer history....

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Don Jazzy, D’ Prince, others storm S.Africa for BBA lauch show

Come tomorrow, the Big Brother Africa launch show will ignite the world when multiple award-winning musicians from Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa take centre stage to do what they know how to do best.The big night will also see 28 new housemates being revealed to audiences in over 50 African countries for season 8 of Big Brother Africa, The Chase.With the live show screening from 19:00 CAT on AfricaMagic, AfricaMagic Entertainment, AfricaMagic...

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Champions League final: Lewandowski biggest weapon for Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund’s biggest weapon in Saturday’s Champions League final against Bayern Munich is Robert Lewandowski, who will be hoping to gun down the Bavarians at Wembley before sealing a transfer to the Allianz Arena in the summer.Having refused to sign an extension to a contract that is due to expire in June 2014, Lewandowski was already in the shop window before becoming the first player to score four goals in a Champions League semi-final...

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Man city target (Malaga Coach)pellegrini to replace Roberto Mancini

Manuel Pellegrini, strongly linked to the vacant Manchester City post, is leaving Malaga at the end of the season, the Chilean announced on Wednesday. “Professionally, I am living my last hours in Malaga,” he said at a function to mark his achievements with the club in a report carried by Spanish Sports daily AS. He added: “On Sunday I will manage my last game as Malaga coach at La Rosaleda. “It will be a very emotional occasion and we hope...

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Bimbo Thomas:Funke Akindele has always been my friend,even before Omo Ghetto

Yoruba actress, Bimbo Thomas, has debunked speculations that her relationship with friend and colleague, Funke Akindele, has gone sour. She said her friendship with Akindele began before they both starred in Omo Ghetto. She said that they not only enjoy a healthy relationship on the screen but off it explained that people are quick to conclude on matters they have little or no knowledge about. “Funke has always been my friend, even before...

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Must Read:The Love Story of Popular Nigerian Female Comedian, Princess and Her Husband Adeshola Jeremiah

Popular Nigerian female comedian, Princess, and her movie producer/director husband, Adeshola Jeremiah, tied the knot on Wednesday 8th May 2013 at the Balmoral Hall, Oregun, Lagos. It was indeed a happy day for ‘Madam’ Princess who had almost lost of hope of finding a husband.Below is their very interesting love story…On what attracted her to Adeshola JeremiahWell he is a quiet person and if not for the fact that I am into entertainment, I also...

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Arsene Wenger:Champions League qualification will attract new players

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger believes reaching next season's Champions League was vital for his club's ability to attract top players.Laurent Koscielny's solitary goal earned the Gunners a  over Newcastle to finish fourth in the Premier League.1-0 victoryWenger told reporters: "Qualification means it is easier to bring in players when we have a chance to be in the Champions League."In the last three months, we have been remarkably consistent."Wenger...

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Spain jeers departing Mourinho’s record

Jose Morinho Spain’s press bid a caustic farewell Tuesday to self-anointed Special One Jose Mourinho, jeering his divisive three-tear reign at Real Madrid and his failure to win more silverware.“The Special End” ran the front page headline of top-selling sports paper Marca, superimposed on a photograph of a football shirt being held up by Mourinho and club president Florentino Perez.“Much ado about nothing,” concluded the headline of rival sports...

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Rapper, Naeto C ends relationship with his record label Storm Records

According to Thenetng.net reports,  Rapper Naetochukwu Chikwe better known as Naeto C has ended his relationship with Storm Records, the music home where he launched his career into the Nigerian music market.NET investigations have revealed that the rapper plans to fully launch his WKG/Cerious Music label in a matter of months.Unlike the many breakups that have preceded Naeto’s, the rapper’s exit is not battlemented; both parties have been...

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Aston Villa target Gayle-force striker

- Aston Villa are ready to battle QPR for the signature of Peterborough's £4m-rated Dwight Gayle, according to reports in the Express & Star.The 22-year-old hot-shot has been linked with a switch to QPR after Harry Redknapp watched him at Crystal Palace on the closing day of the Championship season.The Posh lost 3-2 that day and their subsequent relegation has attracted numerous clubs to the potential availability of the diminutive striker,...

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Don’t sit down there, thinking that your dream will come to you; you can only go to your dream –Fast rising star May D

A graduate of Mass Communication from the University of Lagos (Unilag), May D released his first singles ‘’Cool Temper’’ and ‘’Soundtrack’ in 2011 to an appreciative level of positive reviews from the industry insiders.Later that year, he featured on Psquare`s Invasion Album, collaborating on ‘Chop My Money’ which also featured Akon on the remix and on ‘Do as I Do’ which also had Tiwa Savage on it.In early 2012, he released his second singles...

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Actresses: Will they pay for manipulating men?

When three ladies suffer heartbreaks from boyfriends, they vow never to make the same mistake again and go on the vengeance game of double-dating and manipulating men. These three ambitious women put their relationships at risk for the love of money and fear of heartbreak, without any thought as to what devastating consequences lie in store for them. The game becomes tough, and the quest to play the right card becomes impossible even as the clock...

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Manchester City sack coach Robarto Mancini

Roberto Mancini was sacked as manager of Manchester City on Monday– a year to the day after leading the club to the English Premier League title. City’s shock FA Cup Final defeat by Wigan at Wembley on Saturday meant they ended this season without any silverware and strengthened rumours Mancini, who replaced Mark Hughes in 2009, was about to be dismissed. The club’s Abu Dhabi-based owners confirmed Monday the end of the Italian manager’s three-and-a-half...

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Konga.com has made singer (Omawumi) their brand ambassador.

Omawumi Megbele is now the new face of Konga.com, Nigeria's online megastore. Congrats to he...

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Manchester United close in on Cristiano Ronaldo deal

Manchester United are close to making Old Trafford fans’ dreams come true and securing the return of Cristiano Ronaldo.According to the Daily Mail, an eventful day at Manchester United took a sensational twist as chief executive David Gill flew out to Spain for talks with Cristiano Ronaldo’s agent.Many believed the chances of Ronaldo returning to his old club would have been hit by the news that Sir Alex Ferguson is retiring at the end of the...

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Manchester United are waiying a shock bid for Barcelona Ace (cesc fabregas)

Cesc Fabregas Manchester United have launched a stunning bid to sign former Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas from Spanish champions Barcelona, according to the London Evening Standard.The 26-year-old midfielder has struggled to make a significant impact at Camp Nou, since leaving the Premier League to return to Spain in the summer of 2011, and has been the target of criticism from the Catalan club's fans this year.After leaving the Emirates Stadium...

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Former Egyptian president in court for retrial

Former Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak has once again appeared in court in Cairo. He is facing a retrial on charges of complicity in the murder of protesters during the 2011 uprising that led to the end of his rule. Four top aides are also charged.Mubarak’s sons, Alaa and Gamal, were also present on charges of financial corruption.The retrial was ordered after an appeals court in January accepted both prosecution and defense appeals.The case...

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