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Kenny List Wow!!! 10 most valuable brands in sports According to Forbes, these are the 10 mos valuable brands in the world of sports   1. Super Bowl The Super Bowl is the annual championship game of the National Football League (NFL), the highest level of professional football in the United States. With a brand value of $580 million, the Super Bowl is the most valuable brand in sports. 2. Summer Olympics play (Denver Post) The Summer Olympics is the second most valuable sports brand in the world. It has a brand value of $348 million. 3. Winter Olympics play (Brunch News) In third position on the list of most valuable brands in spirts is the Winter Olympics. It has a brand value of $285 million. 4. FIFA World Cup play (FIFA.com) The biggest tournament of world’s most popular sports, football comes fourth in this list. The FIFA World Cup has a brand value...
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Akpan Udoh How Golden Eaglets goalkeeper was discovered Udoh was discoverd from a football talent hunt programme organised by wife of the Governor of Ogun State, Mrs. Olufunso Amosun   The spotlight has been thrown on Golden Eaglets goalkeeper Akpan Udoh due to his exploits at the ongoing FIFA U-17 World Cup . With Udoh at the post, the Eaglets have won two of their games at the world Cup- a 2-0 win over USA and a 5-1 thrashing of Chile. Read: Emmanuel Amunke hails victorious Golden Eaglets Udoh we learnt was discovered in Udinese Football Club where he went on a training camp with UPLIFT Football Team in 2013.   The UPLIFT team was sponsored to the training by wife of the Governor of Ogun State, Mrs. Olufunso Amosun . Read: Kanu  Nwankwo congratulates Golden Eaglets Udoh, was one of the 22 young football players discovered who went for that training camp in Italy courtesy of Mrs. Amosun's football talent hunt programme in 2013.  ...
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Boko Haram Hungary promises to help Nigeria defeat terrorists The assurance was given by the Vice Prime Minister of Hungary, Mr. Zsolt Semjen during a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday, October 23, 2015.       The Hungarian Government has promised to assist Nigeria in its quest to defeat terrorist sect, Boko Haram . The assurance was given by the Vice Prime Minister of Hungary, Mr. Zsolt Semjen during a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday, October 23, 2015. President Muhammadu Buhari welcoming Vice Prime Minister/Deputy Head of Government of Hungary Dr Semjen Zsolf and State Secretary Mr Bus Szilveszter during Courtesy Call to the President at the Presidential Villa on October 23, 2015. (The Nation) Semjen’s comments were contained in a statement released by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina , after the meeting. “The extremism of Boko Haram is not ...
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Caityln Jenner Star involved in another car crash? Caitlyn Jenner's SUV got involved in a nasty car accident which ended in the death of a deer in Malibu 10 days ago, October 13.   Caitlyn Jenner 's SUV got involved in a nasty car accident which ended in the death of a deer in Malibu 10 days ago October 13. play Caitlyn Jenner's SUV involved in car crash (x17online) According to reports the 65-year-old transgender wasn't behind the wheel but her Escalade hit the animal near her home in Malibu. The star's rep claims Caitlyn was out of town visiting her mother when the accident took place. play However, someone who worked for Jenner was behind the wheel ... she lets her staff use her vehicles when she's gone, source tells TMZ. play Bruce Jenner sends his condolence to the family of the woman who died in the recent car accident in Malibu, February 7 (abcne...
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New Music Oritse Femi - 'Give thanks' This song was produced by Obodo, who was also responsible for the phenomenal song – ‘Double wahala’.   Avatar/MSN Gang presents the musical taliban – Oritse Femi  as he gives thanks to the almighty on this relatable tune titled ‘Give thanks’ . This song was produced by Obodo , who was also responsible for the phenomenal song – ‘Double wahala’.
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In Yola NEMA confirms 27 dead, 96 injured in Mosque blast Bello called on the public to come and donate blood to save lives.   The NEMA Coordinator in Adamawa, Mallam Sa'ad Bello, said 27 people were confirmed dead and 96 injured from the blast that rocked a Friday Jumaat mosque in Jambutu area of Yola . Bello told News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Friday that the dead and injured have been taken to Federal Medical Centre and Specialist Hospital Yola. "So far we have recorded 27 death and 96 injured from the mosque blast" Bello said. Bello called on the public to come and donate blood to save lives. Also speaking after visiting the hospitals to sympathise with the victims, Gov Bindow Jibrilla , condemned the incident and urged for more vigilance. "I also want to appeal to the public to troop out and donate blood to the injured", Bello said. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the blast at the newly opened mosque occurred few m...
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Upcoming Events Must attend events this weekend 23-25/10/15 The weekend is here again. Thinking of where to hang out? Look no further. Hello everyone, here are our picks of the events happening this weekend in and around Lagos State. Rest assured, you will not be short of places to go, have some fun, and unwind from the long week's stress. play  Genevieve PinkBall Foundation second annual Run/Walk/Cycle for Breast Cancer The Genevieve PinkBall Foundation (GPF) is set to hold her second annual Run/Walk/Cycle for Breast Cancer awareness event on October 24, 2015 at the Church of Divine Mercy playground, Admiralty way, Lekki Phase 1 by 7am. play                           Indie View Lagos outdoor cinema Indie View Lagos,  an outdoor cinema initiative host...
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Emmanuel Emenike NFF receives letter of retirement from striker The NFF revealed that they received a letter from Emmanuel Emenike confirming his resignation from the Super Eagles   The Nigeria Football Federation ( NFF ) have confirmed that they have received the letter of retirement from Emmanuel Emenike . The Fenerbahce striker –on-loan at Al Ain of Dubai- took to his Instagram on Tuesday, October 21, 2015 to announce his resignation from the Super Eagles . “ After five great years, I am happy to announce that I have put a full stop to my national team career for the sake of national peace ,” part of the striker’s statement read on Instagram. Read: Sunday Oliseh not responsible for Emenike's resignation After his announcement, the NFF revealed that they have not r eceived any letter from the striker to make his resignation official . play Emenike took to Instagram to announce his retirement from the Super Eagles (Twitter/NFF) ...
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Pulse Nigeria Poll Readers ask Jason Derulo to apologize to South Africans 58.1% of our readers say Jason Derulo should apologize for his "speak English" comment to South Africans.   Pulse Nigeria readers are asking Jason Derulo to apologize to South Africa for reportedly insinuating that they can neither speak or understand  the English language. play The pop star was accused of insulting his South African fans during his performance at this year's ANN7 South African of the Year Awards on October 17. apparently midway into his show, he asked the crowd if they could "speak English." play Does Jason Derulo owes South Africans an apology? (madailygist) Although the 'Wiggle Wiggle' singer later explained via Twitter that his comment was meant for a particular group of people, fans still insists he should say he's sorry for what he said, which he is yet to say. ...
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Laverne Cox See what transgender looks like without makeup on OITNB actress and LGBT advocate Laverne Cox shares a rare no makeup look, ditching her signature picture perfect looks and this is what she looks like...    Laverne Cox shows off her face sans make up recently via her Instagram page and it became a topic for beauty discussion! READ: Laverne Cox is glamorous for the cover of Yahoo! Style The actress known for her role on ' Orange is the new black ' took to her page to share a picture of her without makeup on. She showed off her face with natural dark hair tied back in a slick bun wearing simple earrings and clear lip gloss Laverne Cox took to her Instagram to share a photo of herself with no make up on (Instagram) The thirty-one (31) year old transgender who is an activist as well as a LGBT advocate ditched her tamed coiffed/tousled coloured weave and hair accessories as well as her makeup looks to show off a rare chilled no mak...
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Yaya Toure Yaya Toure: Lots of people say b******* about me Manchester City and Ivory Coast midfielder Yaya Toure has hit out at critics, stating that people often try to besmirch his name.   Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure feels he is often a target of undeserved criticism. The Ivorian was blasted for his contribution as City failed to defend their Premier League crown last season and suffered a last-16 elimination from the Champions League at the hands of his former club Barcelona. In September, former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes labelled Toure a "liability" due to his defensive shortcomings. The 32-year-old " who is a nominee for the 2015 CAF Player of the Year and has been awarded the accolade in each of the past four years " has hit out at his critics and thinks his previous accomplishments prove his quality. "Lots of people try to dishonour my name, to say b******* about me, but I know that there are many you...
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UEFA Champions League Arsene Wenger promises Arsenal will attack Bayern Munich Arsenal desperately need a victory against Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Tuesday, and Arsene Wenger has promised to attack.   Arsene Wenger has vowed to take the game to Bayern Munich when the Bundesliga giants visit the Emirates Stadium in the Champions League on Tuesday. Bayern have made a fine start in Group F, winning both of their matches, while Arsenal have fallen to shock defeats at the hands of Dinamo Zagreb and Olympiacos. With back-to-back games against 2013 winners Bayern to come, Arsenal need an immediate upturn in fortunes if they are to avoid crashing out in the group stages of the competition for the first time since 1998-99. Despite the daunting task of facing a Bayern side who have won 12 in a row in all competitions, Wenger is buoyed by his own team's recent good form. "We're on a perfect run in the Premier League, and on the other hand ...
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In Adamawa Suicide bombers kill 12 The incident is said to have occurred on Saturday, October 17, 2015, in the Madagali Local Government Area of the state.   12 people have reportedly died in Adamawa State following an attack by two female suicide bombers. The incident is said to have occurred on Saturday, October 17, 2015, in the Madagali Local Government Area of the state. The attack was confirmed by the former head of the Madagali local government council, Maina Ularamu . "Residents fled to the bush. After a while, two women who disguised as fleeing locals blew themselves up... while the gunmen shot at survivors… so far 12 corpses have been found,” Ularamu told journalists. The spokesperson for the Adamawa Police Command, Othman Abubakar , also confirmed the attack but said 11 people died. READ: 40 killed in Maiduguri mosque blasts Abubakar also urged residents to give the police vital information regarding insurgents who lived in the area. READ: Bo...
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In Lagos Robbers kill nurse and child during bank raid Also reported to have been hit and killed by a stray bullet from the sporadic shootings was a commercial motorcyclist.   A nurse, Jane Ndirika , who worked at the Igando General Hospital and her baby, Mmesoma , have been reportedly killed by armed robbers who raided two different banks in Festac area of Lagos State. According to a report by Vanguard Newspaper, the over forty heavily armed robbers invaded two second generation banks in 4th Avenue, Festac area, carting away huge sums of money and leaving the nurse and her baby dead. It was further reported that during the operation which lasted hours, the two-year-old Mmesoma and mum, Jane Ndirika, were hit by stray bullets that came from an adjoining building, were the bandits who were shooting sporadically in all directions raided. Also reported to have been hit and killed by a stray bullet from the sporadic shootings was a commercial motorcyclist. The ...
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Celine Dion gets 4,000 songs for new album A public appeal by Celine Dion for new songs for her next album in French has been met with a flood of offered tunes, according to a former Canadian media boss close to the singer’s manager. Around 4,000 songs were sent to Dion’s website and management company by the October 5 deadline, Charles Benoit, ex-head of the Quebec TV arm of Canadian group Bell Media, told AFP this week. Celine dion Dion’s husband and manager, Rene Angelil, and the CEO of the Les Feeling Productions firm managing her career, Aldo Giampaolo, “were surprised by the dimensions this initiative has taken, and they asked me to organise the works’ selection”, he said. Dion in late August made her appeal for fresh songs, emphasising that it was “open to everyone”. The 47-year-old Canadian singer, most famous for performing “My Heart Will Go On” as the theme song for the hit 1997 movie “Titanic”, said she wanted new material for an album in French she’s...
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FIFA U-17 World Cup John Obuh tips Golden Eaglets for victory John Obuh is very positive about the chances of the Golden Eaglets against USA on Sunday   Former Golden Eaglets coach, John Obuh , has tipped the current team to kick off their FIFA U-17 World Cup holding in Chile. The Emmanuel Amuneke led side will face the United States of America in their first game on Sunday, October, 18 and Obuh is very positive about their chances. Read: Golden Eaglets beat Brazil in friendly " We need to give them all the necessary support. And judging by their performances in some of the warm-up games they played, I believe they have what it takes to beat USA,” Obuh said in an interview with Brila FM. play John Obu is optimistic that Nigeria will beat USA (Sourced) " I think when it comes to the U-17 World Cup, the USA are not that a big team. So I believe the Eaglets will emerge victorious ," Obuh said. Read: Golden Eaglets...
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Pulse Eyewitness Baby, four passengers burn in car crash in Benin Republic The story is that the driver of the Opel brand car was trying to escape police arrest after been flagged down...   Car accident in Benin Republic 5 people were burned alive in a car crash that has just occurred on the road inter Cotonou porto novo state. The story is that the driver of the Opel brand car was trying to escape police arrest after been flagged down.  In a bid to escape the police, who were in hot pursuit, the car crashed and burst into flame. A baby as well as 4 other passengers were burned alive.  Pulse
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Get Naked Outreach campaign to begin October 16 The Get Naked Campaign set to kick off Friday 16th of October, according to the Founder of the initiative.   The Get Naked Campaign set to kick off Friday 16th of October, according to the Founder of the initiative, Sheifunmi Nomia Yusuf . According to her, this year's edition of the initiative promises to be different, exciting and life changing. Since its inception in 2012, the various editions of the ‘ Get Naked ’ campaign has had faces/headliners such as Ehiz VJ , Tee A , Denrele Edun , Taofick Okoya , Dammy Krane, Ashionye, Linda Ejiofor, Lilian Esoro, Bassey Ikpi, Shola Animashaun, Tonye Garrick, VJ Adams and many more. This year's edition is focusing on giving back to the society through outreach and by spreading messages of Love, Hope & Care. It is for this reason this year's edition is tagged #WECARE . According to Sheifunmi, "this theme was chosen to bridge the gap in communication a...
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In Katsina Police kill suspected kidnapper, rescue 2 kids He noted that the police pursued the kidnappers and had an exchange of gun fire with them, leading to the killing of one of the kidnappers, while the three others fled. The Police Command in Katsina State says it has killed one suspected kidnapper and rescued two children in the Dandume Local Government Area of the state. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Alhaji Usman Abdullahi , made the announcement on Friday briefing newsmen on the incident. He said that kidnappers had invaded Mahuta Village in the Local Government Area on four motorcycles. Abdullahi said that the hoodlums entered the residence of one Alhaji Rabiu Maidara on Oct. 10 and demanded huge sum of money from him. He said that when they could not get the money, they abducted two of his children at gun point. Abdullahi said that the family immediately reported the matter to the police for prompt action. He noted that the police pur...
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