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FA clear Mourinho on Eva Carneiro incident

The Football Association have cleared Chelsea boss, Jose Mourinho  of wrongdoing after he was accused of using abusive language towards the club’s former doctor, Eva Carneiro  during the match involving The Blues and Swansea City ‎in August.
The FA in its verdict said it “is satisfied that the words used do not constitute discriminatory language under FA Rules”.
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Headies 2015: Olamide tops nominees list.

Headies-1024x626‎Indigenous lyricist,  Olamide Adedeji has topped  the 2015 nominees list of Nigeria’s biggest and most prestigious music awards, Headies. he Eni Duro crooner leads with 8 nominations; Best Pop single, rap album, best collaboration (2), best street-hop artiste, album of the year, artiste of the year and son of the year
Otherwise known as Hip Hop World awards, The Headies was conceived to reward outstanding musicians with genuine artistic talent in the Nigerian music industry. T
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1. BEST RECORDING OF THE YEAR
A non-voting category for the best single recording by an artiste or group in the year under review.
1. Ojuelegba – Wizkid
2. Eyo – Asa
3. Wish Me Well – Timi Dakolo
4. Bez – There’s A Fire
5. Cobhams – Do the right Thing
2. PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
An individual responsible for producing the most acclaimed song or album in the year under review.
1. Don Jazzy – Godwin (Korede Bello)
2. Mastakraft – Wiser (Flavour)
3. Young John – Bobo (Olamide)
4. Shizzi – Fans Mi (DavidO)
5. Legendury Beatz – Ojuelegba
6. Cobhams – There’s A Fire (Bez)
3. BEST MUSIC VIDEO
A voting category for the best conceptualist, best directed and most exciting video in the year under review.
This award goes to the video director.
1. Jamb Question (Simi) – Mex
2. Crazy (Seyi Shay) – Meji Alabi
3. The Sound (DavidO Feat. Uhuru & Dj Buckz) – Sesan
4. Katapot (Reekado Banks) – UnLimited LA
5. Baby Jollof (Solid Star Feat. Tiwa Savage) – Clarence Peters
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4. BEST R&B/POP ALBUM
A category for the best R&B/Pop Album in the year under review (by single individual or group).
1. Bed of Stone – Asa
2. A.Y.O. – Wizkid
3. King of Queens – Yemi Alade
4. Rich & Famous – Praiz
5. Double Trouble – Psquare
5. BEST R&B SINGLE
A category for the best R&B single in the year under review (by a single individual or group).
1. Heartbeat – Praiz
2. Baby Daddy – Iyanya
3. Say You Love Me – Leriq ft. Wizkid4. Do the Right Thing – Cobhams Ft. Bez
5. Wish Me Well – Timi Dakolo
6. BEST POP SINGLE
A category for the best pop single in year under review (by single individual or group)
1. Ojuelegba – Wizkid
2. Collabo – P-Square Feat. Don Jazzy
3. My Woman, My Everything – Patoranking Feat. Wande Coal
4. Woju – Kiss Daniel
5. Godwin – Korede Bello
6. Bobo – Olamide
7. BEST REGGAE/DANCEHALL SINGLE
A category for the best Reggae/Dancehall single in the year under review (by single individual or group).
1. German Juice – Cynthia Morgan
2. Sanko – Timaya
3. My Body – Solid Star Feat. Timaya
4. Daniella Whyne – Patoranking
5. Cheques and Balance – Burna Boy
6. Bad Girl Special (Remix) – Mr. 2Kay feat. Cynthia Morgan & Seyi Shay
8. BEST RAP ALBUM
A Non-Voting Category for the Best Album By A Rap Artiste Or Group In Year Under Review.
1. Baba Hafusa – Reminisce
2. Street OT – Olamide
3. Chairman – M.I.
4. Above Ground Level – Modenine
9. BEST COLLABO
A voting category for the best R&B, Pop or Hip-hop collaborative track (including cameos).
1. Local Rapper – Reminisce Feat. Olamide & Phyno
2. Hold on – Joe El Feat. 2Face Idibia
3. Bad Girl Special (Remix) – Mr. 2Kay Feat. Cynthia Morgan & Seyi Shay
4. Shoki (Remix) – Lil’Kesh Feat. Olamide & David O
5. Do The right Thing – Cobhams ft. Bez
6. Sisi – Praiz ft. Wizkid
10. BEST RAP SINGLE
A voting category for a single (released on-air) recording of a rap.
1. King Kong – Vector
2. Bad Belle – M.I
3. Bank Alert – Ill Bliss
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4. Local Rapper – Reminisce Feat. Olamide, Phyno & Stomrex
5. G.O.D – T.R
11. BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (MALE)
A non-voting category for the single male artiste with the most outstanding vocal performance on a single song or album.
1. Praiz – If I fall
2. Shaydee – High
3. Timi Dakolo – Wish Me Well
4. Cobhams – Do The Right Thing
5. Bez – There’s A Fire
12. BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (FEMALE)
A non-voting category for the single female artiste with most outstanding vocal performances on a single song or album.
1. Waje – Coco Baby
2. Aramide – Iwo Nikan
3. Asa – Bed of Stone
4. Simi – Tiff
5. Yemi Alade – Duro Timi

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13. NEXT RATED
This category is a voting category for the most promising upcoming act in the year under review.
1. Reekado Bankz
2. Kiss Daniel
3. Cynthia Morgan
4. Korede Bello
5. Lil’ Kesh
14. HIP HOP WORLD REVELATION
A voting category for the best new artiste in the year under review.
1. Praiz – Rich n Famous
2. Yemi Alade – King of Queens
3. Skales – Man of the Year
15. LYRICIST ON THE ROLL
A non-voting category for the Rap Artiste with the best lyrical depth and performance on a single song or album.
1. Ill Bliss – Bank Alert (remix) Feat. Ice Prince, Eva Alordiah & Phyno
2. Vector – King Kong
3. Reminisce – Baba Hafusa
4. G.O.D – T.R
16. BEST STREET-HOP ARTISTE
A voting category for the artiste whose songs are inspired by the streets. Such song should captain lingua, which may also be originated by the artiste and popular on the street.
1. Reminisce – Skillashi
2. Olamide – Bobo
3. Small Doctor – Mosquito Killer
4. Mastakraft feat. Olamide, CDQ and David O – Indomie5. Falz The Bad Guy Feat. Yemi Alade & Poe – Hello Bae
17. BEST ‘ALTERNATIVE’ SONG
A voting category for the artiste whose songs reflect any form or style of music which falls outside the mainstream of recent or past popular musical trends.
1. Di’Ja – Awwwwww
2. Bez – There’s A Fire
3. Asa – Satan Be Gone
4. Adekunle Gold – Sade
5. Ugovinna – Rain On Me
6. Simi – Tiff
18. ALBUM OF THE YEAR
A voting category for the bestalbum (solo or group) in year under review, that meets judges requirements of excellence (Songwriting, production, rendition and promotion) and acceptability (Sales and popularity).
1. Rich n Famous – Praiz
2. King of Queens – Yemi Alade
3. Street OT – Olamide
4. Chairman – M.I.
5. A.Y.O. – Wizkid
6. Double Trouble – P Square
19. ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Most critically and commercially adjudged artiste in the year under review. Overall most successful artiste for the year under review.
1. Olamide
2. David O
3. Wizkid
4. Yemi Alade
5. P-Square
20. SONG OF THE YEAR
A voting category for the most popular song in the year under review.
1. Ojuelegba – Wizkid
2. Godwin – Korede Bello
3. Kiss Daniel – Woju
4. Olamide – Bobo
21. AFRICAN ARTISTE

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A non-Nigerian award category for an individual African artiste or group with the most outstanding achievement, impact and infiltration into the Nigerian music scene in the year under review.
1. Diamond Platnumz
2. Cassper Nyovest
3. Sarkodie
4. Uhuru
5. AKA
HALL OF FAME
Special recognition for excellence and outstanding impact to the entertainment industry.
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Ex FIFA President, Jack Warner handed lifelong ban from football.

The adjudicatory chamber of the Ethics Committee of FIFA yesterday announced that it has banned former vice-president,  Jack Warner from football-related activity at both national and international levels for life
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“The former Caribbean federation president was found to have committed many and various acts of misconduct continuously and repeatedly during his time as an official in different high-ranking and influential positions at FIFA and CONCACAF” said the Ethics Committee statement.
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“In his positions as a football official, he was a key player in schemes involving the offer, acceptance, and receipt of undisclosed and illegal payments, as well as other money-making schemes,” added the statement.
The 72-year-old is fighting extradition from Trinidad and  Tobago to the United States to face 12 charges of wire fraud, racketeering and money laundering related to the ongoing FIFA corruption scandal. He is also accused of buying the television rights to the 2010 and 2014 World Cup tournaments from FIFA president Sepp Blatter for grossly deflated sums. He faces a hearing in his homeland in December.

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Iker Casillas voted best goalkeeper in Champions League history.

Former Real Madrid captain Iker Casillas has been voted the best goalkeeper in Champions League history. The poll was conducted by the most popular football website in the world, goal.com‎
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More than 40,000 readers of the poll gave him‎ 33% of the votes, Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon came second in the poll with 19%. Ex-Manchester United goalkeepers Peter Schmeichel and Edwin van der Sar pulled 10% and 9% respectively. Others included‎ Oliver Khan (8%), Petr Cech (7%), Nelson Dida (4%) and Victor Valdes (3%).
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The 34-year-old broke the UCL  competition record for most appearances last night by playing his 152nd game overtaking ex-Spain midfielder Xavi.
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The herdsmen from hell | By: Femi Fani-Kayode

“Throughout history it has been the inaction of those who could have acted, the indifference of those who should have known better and the silence of the voice of justice when it mattered most that has made it possible for evil to triumph”– His Royal Majesty Haile Selassie 1, Emperor of Ethiopia.
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If there was ever a time to remember the words of Haile Selassie and speak out against evil this is it. With the abduction of the elder statesman and June 12th struggle hero, Chief Olu Falae, from his home by a group of Fulani herdsmen in south western Nigeria it is time for us to seriously consider the expulsion of all Fulani herdsmen from the southern part of our country.

We thank God and commend the efforts of the Inspector-General of the Nigerian police that Chief Falae was returned home safely after a harrowing three days. Given his status in Yoruba land, had this not been so there would have been cataclysmic consequences for the unity of our country.
It is because we wish to avoid such a scenario that it is important that we get these marauders and vandals out of our territory as quickly as possible. This is especially so given the fact that, by Falae’s testimony, it is clear that the Fulani herdsmen that abducted him were working hand in hand with Boko Haram.
These herdsmen have become the pests of our nation. They are like the east African tsetse fly: wherever they go they suck the life blood out of their hosts and, like the locust, they destroy everything in their path. They are like leeches: they indulge in a parasitic mode of nutrition and they suck the blood of the carcass until their victim is left for dead.
Like the Arab Janjaweed, they are only known for the most hideous of things. This includes terror, intimidation, theft, murder, rape, abduction, mutilation, the violation of the rights of others, the destruction of the land and crops of farmers and the destruction of property.
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Anyone that doubts this should ask the people of the north central zone what they have been suffering in the hands of these vagabonds and vagrants for the last 50 years. This is especially so in Plateau, Benue, Niger, Kwara, Nassarawa, Taraba and Adamawa states.
Yet up until 20 years ago this was essentially a northern problem and it did not affect the south. Sadly that has changed. It has now become a national plague that knows no boundaries and whose poison threatens to consume us all.
In the last few years the Fulani herdsmen have attacked, ravaged and pillaged many rural communities south of the River Niger and they have slaughtered and raped thousands of innocent people in the south-south, the south-east and the south-western zones of our country.
We recall how, after a violent clash between them and some Yoruba farmers in Oyo state in 2000, General Buhari (as he then was) led a strong delegation of northern leaders to see the late Governor of Oyo state, Governor Lam Adeshina. On arrival Buhari put the following question to him: “why are YOUR people killing MY people?” This was a classic case of a Freudian slip. The Bible says ‘’out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks’’. The general had spoken his mind.
Governor Adeshina was shocked with disbelief and he responded by telling Buhari that he was rather surprised that a former Head of State would refer to one ethnic group as “his’’ people whilst referring to another as someone elses’. He said that this was especially so given the fact that people were killed on both sides of the divide in what was a sad and unfortunate conflict.
The insensitivity of Buhari to the Yoruba farmers and their plight in the hands of the Fulani raiders was noted from that moment on. Ever since that conversation took place the lines have been drawn and the south west has been on alert.
The abduction of Falae may well have brought things to a head because today virtually every self-respecting Yoruba man is calling for strong resistance to these alien cattle-rearers whose criminal activities have led to nothing but blood, tears and carnage. If the government refuses to stop them then it is very clear that some communities may end up doing so themselves.
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Yet there is an even more sinister dimension to this problem than most people care to admit. That dimension is best illustrated by the following question. Can there be any truth in the assertion that the Fulani herdsmen are nothing less than the vanguard and covert armed wing of the Fulani ruling class which has managed to infiltrate the south under the ingenious guise of selling cows?
Are they sleeper cells of a much bigger army and a much wider cause? Are they, as Falae has suggested, working hand in hand with Boko Haram? If a major conflict were to arise would those sleeper cells be activated and would they commence the wholesale slaughter of the indigenous population in their host states? As painful as it may appear these are questions that we must ask.
The fact that the herdsmen demanded for a 100 million naira ransom from Falae speaks volumes. The question is this: what do mere cattle-rearers want with 100 million naira? Even more instructive is the fact that when they were offered 2 million naira they responded by saying that that amount would not be enough for Boko Haram.
Given all this it is clear to me that we must begin to look at the wider picture. We must accept the ugly reality that there may be more to all this than meets the eye. This is especially so given the fact that up until the time of writing this piece not one of Falae’s captors has been apprehended by the police and they seem to have vanished into thin air. One wonders what transpired. Were they granted amnesty or are they ghosts?
Can there be any truth in the suggestion that there was some kind of official collusion in the abduction? Was it an attempt to put Falae, and by extension the Yoruba, in their place for vigorously supporting the idea of a national conference? Is it an attempt to intimidate those from the south west that opposed President Buhari in the 2015 presidential elections? If so it will not work.
Afenifere, the leading socio-cultural group of the south west of which Falae is a leading member, and the Yoruba people generally have a way of rising to the occasion when they are threatened, cheated or persecuted. History proves that. Worthy of note are the words of Dr. Frederick Fasheun and Otunba Gani Adams, both leaders of the Odua Peoples Congress (OPC) in this matter. Only the unwise would ignore their counsel.
Another curious twist to the tale is the fact that it took the Buhari administration two days to make any formal announcement on Falae’s abduction and just the day after they finally did so the elder statesman was suddenly released.
The question is this: who is pulling the strings from behind the scenes and who is attempting to test our resolve and test the waters? Whatever the answer to these questions are one thing remains clear. The days of killing people with impunity and stripping them of their lands and possessions are long over.
The Fulani herdsmen may well believe that they have one of their own in the Villa today but that does not mean that they will get away with their murderous ways or their sheer impunity. It is most unwise for them to continue to test the resolve of the people of the south in this way. I say this because collectively southerners are slow to anger but irresistible in battle. When pushed to the wall they often indulge in what Dr. Amanze Obi, the respected columnist for Nigeria’s Sun newspaper, once described as ”southern fury”.
Permit me to conclude this intervention with an interesting and relevant contribution from the famous British historian, writer and educationalist Dr. T.R. Batten. He wrote:
“The Fulani were at their most influential in Gobir.Then a dispute broke out between their Imam, Usman Dan Fodiyo and Sarkin Gobir Yunfa.The Fulani rallied behind their leader who encouraged them to defy their Hausa Chief. He began a jihad and fighting broke out. Thus the Fulani seized the country by force against the will of those who lived there. The enmity had nothing to do with religion for among those who fought (against the Fulani) were many Muslims. It was about the Fulani’s wish to seize power from the Hausas.”
It follows that the herdsman and those that they represent conquer by infiltration, assimilation and guile. Those that doubt this should find out what became of the ancient Hausa kingdoms. May God deliver us from the vagabonds and vagrants in our midst.
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Win ₦100,000 in the ‘Fund Ya Hustle' contest for Nigerian Start-ups

Do you have a social-impact project, business or innovative start-up that has already been developed and can benefit from a grant of a N100, 000 to help step it up to the next level? Then enter in for the ‘Fund Ya Hustle’ contest powered by 234Central.com.

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“A young population if empowered and well developed will be a resource that will lead to innovation, economic growth, support good governance and drive political reforms.”
Jide is a 26year-old resident of Mushin in Lagos state. His highest academic qualification is WAEC and a 6 months apprenticeship in videography. He has video editing and graphics design skills, but his ability to earn a good living for himself is limited as he doesn’t own a camera or a laptop that can handle the level of editing required for quality output.
He is currently saving from his limited income to buy a fairly used laptop from computer village in Lagos, so he can at least edit his work and increase his earnings, while still renting cameras to cover events. Hopefully with increased earnings from his video editing and design jobs he can buy a camera of his own. His target for a laptop and to install the needed software is N95,000.

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It is common knowledge that the Nigerian entrepreneurship environment is not an utterly friendly one, especially with poor government infrastructure in place, which makes it difficult for start-ups to kick-off and grow into their full potential, be it innovative, commercial or social-impact based projects and ventures. This is despite the large market opportunity available – an array of problems seeking to be solved and needs yearning to be qualitatively met.

For many of these Nigerian youths despite their commitment to their “hustle”, certain limiting factors such as start-up advisory, funding/financial advisory, and access to market have conditioned their business or project’s growth to simply running at start-up level.
Notwithstanding these very obvious challenges, many Nigerian youths have stood their ground in order to irk out a living for themselves by venturing into businesses and social-impact projects based on their skills, talent and passion. 
Thus, there is a need to provide the needed support to encourage more youths to venture into business as well as activate innovative and community development projects. If achieved and sustained, will inspire more youths to do same, drive job creation and an improved national economy.
Fully aware of the above described scenario, 234central.com in line with its objective as Nigeria’s foremost social-support space has designed the “Fund Ya Hustle” contest to provide step-up funding, marketing/PR support as well as business advisory by the Equanimity Group (a Strategy, Training, Coaching and Management Consulting firm) for the top 5 finalists in a bid to promote entrepreneurship and solution-oriented thinking amongst Nigerian youths as a means for sustainable economic empowerment.
Eligible entries are for individuals with already existing business, innovative or social-impact ventures / projects operational in Nigeria, with Nigerians as its target audience/market – startups are welcome to enter.
Entries will be reviewed by the project panel to shortlist 30 semi-finalists from which via online audience voting, 5 finalists will be selected as beneficiaries with 1 winner of the cash prize.
TARGETED IMPACT

–   Provide support for start-ups to scale up their businesses or projects
– To encourage more youths to develop their talent and skills into business ventures no matter how little with proper advisory and access to marketing information
–  Encourage more youths to develop social-impact projects geared towards community development
–  Help drive business expansion for beneficiaries and increased reach in terms of service and potential job creation

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To participate in the contest, which is open till 20th October, 2015,  
kindly visit www.234central.com/contest/ to enter if eligible. 
Follow the online conversation with #FundYaHustle for updates.
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Fabregas, Guardiola send "get well soon" messages to Messi. The Argentine thanks the world.

‎Ex Barcelona coach and player, Pep Guardiola and Cesc Fabregas have sent heartfelt messages to goal machine, Lionel Messi following his recent injury. Recall that the ‎Argentine suffered a tear in the internal collateral ligament of his left knee last Saturday and would be out of action for 6-8 weeks.‎

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“Messi’s injury is a shame, although it is good news that he’ll only be out for eight matches. I’m a giant fan of his and I hope he’s recovered and ready to play in no time.‎” The Bayern Munich coach wrote.
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Chelsea midfielder, Cesc Fabregas added that “I have already spoken to Leo, I tried to cheer him up. And all I hope is that his recovery goes well and he can return to the pitch, which is where he belongs.”

The 4-time World best footballer however appreciated the outpouring of supportive, kind and empathic messages all over the world.

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“Thank you all for your supportive messages. For anyone who loves football, the hardest thing is not to be on the pitch. Now it’s time to recover properly to come back. A big hug.” The 28 year-old wrote on Facebook.‎
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Meet HRH Sanusi Lamido's 18 year-old wife, Saadatu

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Haven’t seen a picture of His Royal Highness, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, Emir of Kano’s youngest wife, Saadatu. Here it is. She is beautiful. Saadatu, an indigene of Adamawa is 18 years of age and the ex CBN Governor’s wife 4th wife.  Their marriage ceremony was low key and it was held recently in the palace of Lamido. Saadatu according to sources just finished secondary school and  is looking to further her education.

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Nadia Buari supplies drinking water to deprived villages (Photos)

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32 year-old Ghanaian actress, Nadia Buari has provided drinking water for deprived villages at Boko-Abisem, a suburb Suhum in the Eastern Region of Ghana. She gave them two water boreholes meant to serve the natives and pupils of the Suhum-Abisim LA School with drinking water. The project tagged ‘The Suhum-Abisim Water Extension Project’, was funded by her foundation.
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On why she ventured on the project, the light-skinned mother of two explained that, ‘I remember calling my aid an early morning asking him to immediately visit the community to find out exactly how or what could be done to help them. Upon his return, I was even heartbroken by the visuals he presented me. Even clean water was unavailable! Even though it cost me millions to complete these projects, nothing can be compared to this heartfelt fulfillment I feel now knowing the people of Suhum-Abisim have clean portable water for the kids in school and household activities. It is my eternal wish the water running through these tanks serve the purpose for which they were constructed. God bless the people of Suhum-Abisim. Thank you.’

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