Famous Nigerian author, Chimamanda Adichie has been named amongst the 50 greatest world leaders in the 2017 by Fortune magazine ranking.
The novelist was ranked at number 42 on the list that features Colombian music superstar Shakira, Chicago Cubs baseball team president Theo Epstein and frontline business man, Jack Ma of AliBaba group of companies whose names appeared at numbers 1 and 2 respectively. Others include Catholic leader Pope Francis, Melinda Gates, basketball player, LeBron James and many more.
Not Again! Police seize £73 million worth of Lionel Messi-branded cocaine.
£73million worth of cocaine branded with Lionel Messi’s face and kept inside of 1,200 giant squid fillets has been seized in Peru.
The packages which had Messi’s logo, name and the royal seal of the King of Spain on them weighed 1,417 kilograms. They arrived from the Apurimac, Ene and Mantaro Rivers Valley region in Peru and were destined for Belgium.
In September 2015, the New York Post reported that $3 million worth of cocaine, with ‘Messi’ label were seized from two men in the Bronx.
Press Play: 2baba celebrates 4th wedding anniversary with remix of African Queen remix
2face’s hit track, African Queen, from his Face 2 Face Album in 2004 now has a remix. The award-winning singer released the video to commemorate his fourth wedding anniversary with his wife, Annie Idibia
African Queen is one of the official soundtracks of the movie “10 days in Sun city” produced by Ayo Makun (AY). 2Baba stars in the movie alongside Richard Mofe Damijo (RMD) and Adesua Etomi and Uti Nwachukwu amongst other actors.
The video, which was shot on the set of the movie in South Africa, feature clips from 2Baba’s 2013 Dubai wedding with his wife Annie. The original song was the hit track of his 2004 ‘Face to Face’ album when he still went by the stage name 2Face before he eventually announced in 2014 that he should be addressed as 2Baba.
Obafemi Martins Foundation donates to Nigerians with disabilities.
Ex Nigeria international, Obafemi Martins has made a huge donation to some disabled Nigerians.
Through the Obafemi Martins Foundation, the former Inter Milan player gave out more than 1,000 walking aids. over 500 wheelchairs and clutches to incapacitated Lagosians at an event held at the National Stadium in Lagos on Tuesday.
I received death threats after Ranieri's exit – Jamie Vardy
Leicester City star, Jamie Vardy has revealed that he received death threats following Leicester’s sacking of Claudio Ranieri. The 30-year-old claimed people believed he played a major part in the dismissal of the Italian who guided the foxes to their first Premier League victory.
Speaking to pressmen recently, the Englishman said, “I read one story that said it (the meeting) was straight after the Sevilla game. It said I was personally involved in a meeting when I was actually sat in anti-doping for three hours. A few of you (media) waited around for an interview after. Then of course the story is out there and people pick it up and jump on it and you’re getting death threats about your family, kids, everything. On social media, you name it – walking down the street. To be honest I get them every week.
He continued, “Football fans don’t seem to like me. I just get on with it but when people are trying to cut your missus up while she’s driving along, with the kids in the back of the car, it’s not the best. It is terrifying. All that can happen is they get banned on Twitter. People get cut up but if there’s no cameras you’re screwed.”
Jamie and Rebekah Vardy have however been given extra security after following the death threats reports.
Ronaldo named Portugal player of the year
For the eighth time, Cristiano Ronaldo has been named as Portugal’s player of the year 2016. He received the honour after leading his country to their first major title at the European Championship last summer and converting the winning penalty that saw Real Madrid clinch their 11th Champions League triumph last May.
He beat off competition from club teammate Pepe and Sporting goalkeeper Rui Patricio.
Receiving the prize at the Quinas de Ouro gala on Monday, the 32-year-old forward said, “It was a very special year for me because the Euros was the only trophy I was still missing, I want to thank the Portuguese people again, they gave us confidence on our way to the title.”
Cech named Czech Footballer of the Year for the 9th time
Arsenal goalkeeper, Petr Cech has emerged the Czech Player of the Year award for the ninth time. The former Chelsea skipper edged out Hertha BSC midfielder, Vladimir Darida and China-based Borek Dockal.
“Thank you for this award tonight – Czech Player of the Year “ He wrote on Twitter.
Votes were determined by players, coaches, football officials and journalists
Victor Moses pulls out of Eagles’ friendlies
Super Eagles star, Victor Moses, has pulled out of Nigeria’s friendly matches against the Teranga Lions of Senegal and the Stallions of Burkina Faso, due to injury.
The Chelsea player who had been on three loans in four years has flourished under Antonio Conte-led team and has been a vital part of the squad got injured in his club’s FA Cup quarterfinal match reported at the Super Eagles’ camp and explained the situation to coach Gernot Rohr.
Neymar drops Premier League hint
Barcelona star, Neymar has spoken of his desire to play in the Premier League and has listed four club he admires as well as managers he would like to work under.
The Brazilian whose contract with the Catalans ends in 2022 was heavily linked with Manchester United last year.
Speaking to The Sun, the former Santos player maintained that the Premier League is a championship that amazes him .
“I like the playing style and the teams. And who knows, someday, I would like to play at it, yes. I admire Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool — these are the teams that are always there fighting. And then you have high-level coaches like Mourinho and Guardiola. These are coaches with whom any player would like to work. “ He said.
Eden Hazard out for 10-15 days
Eden Hazard will be out for 10-15 days with a calf injury. The Belgian could miss Chelsea’s Premier League match with Crystal Palace on April 1 as well as Belgium’s World Cup Qualifier against Greece on Saturday and the friendly with Russia on Tuesday.
“Eden has suffered an injury before the match against Stoke, it does not look so serious. But he will not play against Greece. We are going to follow the injury. It is a big disappointment for Eden that he cannot lead the team. If you want to be a good team, you have to absorb everything. This is a good test for us. I see enough players who can take over his role.” Belgium coach Roberto Martinez revealed