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EPL: Lukaku changes social media bio to Inter Milan after being dropped for Liverpool game

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January 2, 2022

EPL: Lukaku changes social media bio to Inter Milan after being dropped for Liverpool game

Chelsea striker, Romelu Lukaku, on Sunday changed his social media bio to list his former club Inter Milan instead of the Premier League side.

This comes after Lukaku was dropped from the Blues’ squad for the Liverpool game on Sunday.

The 28-year-old in an interview aired this week claimed he was “unhappy” at Stamford Bridge.

Lukaku also said he was not pleased with Thomas Tuchel’s tactics and was eyeing a return to Inter.

He said: “Physically I am fine. But I’m not happy with the situation at Chelsea. Tuchel has chosen to play with another system.

“I won’t give up, I’ll be professional. I am not happy with the situation but I am professional – and I can’t give up now.”

Chelsea comeback to deny Liverpool’s revival in the title race

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Chelsea comeback to deny Liverpool’s revival in the title race

By: Ibrahim Mshelia

Chelsea fought back from two goals down to earn a 2-2 draw against Liverpool in a fascinating game at Stamford Bridge. The Blues started the game well but they fell behind on the ninth minute when Trevoh Chalobah’s attempted clearance found Sadio Mane, who rounded Edouard Mendy and slotted the ball in the back of the net.

Liverpool doubled their in the 26th minute through top-scorer Mohamed Salah as he beat Mendy at his near post after Trent Alexander-Arnold found him with a spectacular pass on the right.

The game then became an end-to-end affair and Chelsea eventually got back into it. Kelleher who did well to punch away Marcos Alonso’s free-kick but it fell to Matteo Kovacic, who struck a superb volley in the 42nd minute.

Chelsea drew level on the stroke of half-time through a goal from Christian Pulisic. The USA international side-footed the ball into the top corner after Ngolo Kante found him in space. The spoils shared means Chelsea remain 2nd and Liverpool 3rd whilst Manchester City are 10 points clear off the table.

EPL: Lukaku would lose the battle with Tuchel – Jamie Carragher

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EPL: Lukaku would lose the battle with Tuchel – Jamie Carragher

By: Ibrahim Mshelia

Former Liverpool star, Jamie Carragher has said that Romelu Lukaku would be the loser in a battle with Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel.

According to the Liverpool legend, it would be easier for Chelsea to replace Lukaku than Tuchel.

In a controversial interview with Sky Sports Italia, Lukaku had expressed his dissatisfaction with his situation at Stamford Bridge, saying he wanted to return to Inter Milan.

Tuchel dropped him for his side’s crunch 2-2 draw with Liverpool on Sunday with reports in England suggesting that Lukaku could push for a January transfer.

Carragher, a Liverpool legend believes it may now be easier to bring in a replacement for Lukaku instead of the ‘top-class’ Tuchel should it come down to a decision between the two.

“In the past, the players have always won against the manager. Right now, I think in terms of top managers in world football, I’d say there’s a dearth of them,” Carragher told Sky Sports.

“We’ve got three in the Premier League – Jurgen Klopp, Pep Guardiola and Tuchel.

“But look at the problems Man Utd are having right now in terms of their managerial situation. They still don’t know who they’re going to get at the end of the season or who is out there who can compete with these three.

“Right now, for Chelsea, even though they’ve had great success changing managers over the last 10-15 years.

“I actually think it may be easier to replace Lukaku than the manager they’ve got. They’ve got a top-class manager right now.”

Chelsea, in the second position in the Premier League table, were held to a 2-2 draw by Liverpool at Stamford Bridge on Sunday. Lukaku was nowhere near Thomas Tuchel’s squad for the game.

NPFL: Remo Stars Maintain Top Spot as Kano Pillars and Plateau Return to Wining Ways

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NPFL: Remo Stars Maintain Top Spot as Kano Pillars and Plateau Return to Wining Ways

By: Ibrahim Mshelia

Remo Stars maintained top spot in the Nigeria Professional Football League following a 1-1 draw against Dakkada in Uyo on Sunday.

Oriyomi Lawal put Dakkada ahead in the 12th minute, while Samuel Anakwe equalized for the visitors four minutes before the break.

Remo Stars are now unbeaten in their last two league games.

Gbenga Ogunbote’s side top the standings with eight points from four goals.

Rivers United retained second position after a 0-0 draw against Sunshine Stars at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt.

Sunshine Stars remain bottom of the log with two points from three games.

Champions Akwa United went down to a 2-0 defeat against Nasarawa United at the Lafia Township Stadium.

The home team took the lead through Tochukwu Udeh in the 53rd minute.

Silas Nwankwo added the second six minutes from time.

At the Nnamdi Azikwe Stadium, Enugu, Rangers recorded the biggest win of the day thrashing Niger Tornadoes 4-0.

Kenechukwu Agu bagged a brace for the Flying Antelopes, while Shedrack Asiegbu and Christian Nnaji scored the other goals.

Rangers moved to third position on the log following the win.

In Jos, Plateau United thrashed former champions Heartland 3-0 with Jesse Akila, Izuchukwu Chimezie and Zulkifilu Rabiu getting the goals.

Wikki Tourists also beat MFM 3-0 in another matchday four encounter at the Pantami Stadium, Gombe.

Insecurity: Matawalle, two northern govs meet Niger Republic President

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Insecurity: Matawalle, two northern govs meet Niger Republic President

By: Wadzani Apagu

In search of security assistance, Governor Bello Mohammed Matawalle of Zamfara State and his counterparts from Jigawa and Kebbi states, Hon. Badaru Abubakar and Senator Atiku Bagudu respectively, have left Nigeria to Niger Republic

According to a press statement signed and issued to newsmen in Gusau, Zamfara State capital, by the Special Adviser to Governor Matawalle on Media and Publicity Affairs, Comrade Zailani Bappa, the trio met with the President of Niger Republic, Alhaji Mohamud Bazoum to secure the two countries borders.

According to the statement, the three governors arrived in the country’s capital, Niamey, on Friday where they held a preliminary closed-door meeting with the officials of Niger Republic.

The statement further stated that after meeting with the country’s officials, they later met with President Bazoum with whom they held a closed-door meeting that lasted for over four hours.

They revealed that they discussed issues surrounding cross border crimes as it affects both countries.

“Governor Matawalle assured the President of the total commitment of the governors bordering Niger Republic of the resolve to join hands with his country to fight and bring to an end the insecurity situation ravaging the two countries.”

In his response, Bozoum assured them that his country is aware of its role and will play in the fight against the transit of illegal weapons into Nigeria.

According to the president, Niger Republic will continue to support Nigeria in its effort to find lasting peace especially from the menace of banditry and insurgency.

Recall that Matawalle made a similar visit last month where he donated four Hilux vans to the security operatives of Niger Republic to assist them in the patrol along the borders to fight the incursion of criminal elements into the country.

Villagers kidnapped along Kaduna Birnin Gwari road

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Villagers kidnapped along Kaduna Birnin Gwari road

By: Wadzani Apagu

Bandits kidnapped 18 persons and killed one in Angwar Zalla Udawa in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

The bandits reportedly stormed a village along Kaduna-Birnin Gwari highway on Sunday morning and snatched the victims, shooting one person dead.

A youth leader in the area, Mallam Hamisu who spoke to DAILY POST said they were taken unawares by the bandits.

He said the bandits stormed the village and started shooting.

”As people ran for safety, one of the residents was shot dead immediately and those who were unable to run were taken away by the bandits”, he informed.

He said married women, adults and young ladies were among those abducted.

ASP Mohammed Jalige, Kaduna Police Public Relations officer is yet to respond to calls on the development.

Only God knows everything – Arsenal’s Gabriel reacts after red card

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Only God knows everything – Arsenal’s Gabriel reacts after red card

By: Ibrahim Mshelia

Arsenal defender, Gabriel Magalhaes, has suggested that he did not commit any offence to warrant being sent off during their Premier League clash against Manchester City on Saturday.

The Gunners were defeated 2-1 by the Premier League leaders at the Emirates and it happened after the Brazilian star was sent off.

Gabriel assures the club’s fans that he wouldn’t mind running for Arsenal until he dies as the Gunners remain firmly in the race for a top-four finish in the Premier League this season.

Bukayo Saka fired the Gunners ahead just past the half-hour mark but City levelled in the 57th minute as Riyad Mahrez converted from the penalty spot.

Gabriel was shown a second yellow card just two minutes later and the Brazilian’s red card proved costly for Mikel Arteta’s side as City capitalized on their one-man advantage late on through Rodri.

Pep Guardiola’s men are now 11 points clear of second-placed Chelsea at the top of the table.

“Hard to accept it, but only God knows everything!” Gabriel said on Instagram.

“Proud to be part of this team!!! Amazing spirit! We will keep working together, fighting until the end!!

“For this team I will run until I die!! Let’s keep improving in 2022!!!”

Gov Wike bans nightclubs, prostitution in Port Harcourt

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Gov Wike bans nightclubs, prostitution in Port Harcourt

By: Wadzani Apagu

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has banned Nightclubs and prostitution in the state.

Wike gave the order in his New Yesr broadcast in Port Harcourt on Saturday, Wike banned nightclub activities including nighttime trading and street prostitution especially along Abacha road and surrounding streets particularly in the Casablanca area.

According to Wike, the move will “Stop the harmful effects of this depraved activities on the moral development of the children and society at large.”

However, it remains unclear how long the ban will last, but certainly, the Governor has less than two years left in office.

Wike further directed security agencies in the State to arrest and prosecute anyone attempting to violate the ban. He said a taskforce would be set up to this effect.

The Governor Wike-led administration will come to an end after the general elections in 2023.

Kachalla and Auta bandit leaders eliminate in Zamfara

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Kachalla and Auta bandit leaders eliminate in Zamfara

By: Wadzani Apagu

Nigerian military neutralized bandit leaders, Kachalla Ruga and Alhaji Auta in a New Year eve operation.

They were targeted Friday night by a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft after intelligence identified them.

Kachalla, Auta and their footsoldiers died at Gusami Forest and Tsamre village in Birnin Magaji Local Government Area.

Several bandits who converged at Auta’s residence for his burial were also struck by subsequent bombardment of the location.

An officer told PRNigeria that follow-up airstrikes hit fleeing gang members and those hiding under trees.

“The whereabouts of other notorious bandits like Alhaji Nashama, Shingi and Halilu, either incapacitated or on the run, remain unknown.”

He added that the operation confirmed the resolve of the Armed Forces and other security agencies to crush the threats posed by banditry and terrorism.

Iheanacho Calls on African Players To Show Class At 2021 AFCON

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Iheanacho Calls on African Players To Show Class At 2021 AFCON

By: Ibrahim Mshelia

Leicester city player, Kelechi Iheanacho has called on all players from participating teams at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations to show the rest of the world how great football on the continent is.

The build-up to the tournament, which kicks off on January 9, will see a number of teams in the Premier League and other top European leagues lose key players in the middle of the domestic season.

It’s led to some questions about whether players will carry on playing for their club instead of their country.

Iheanacho, who’s due to represent Nigeria in Cameroon, believes this is an opportunity for all the nations to show the world what they can do.

in and interview with talkSPORT: “We need to keep doing what we’re doing and do our best and keep showing the world that Africa deserves more and there are more opportunities for good footballers over there.

“Our competition needs to be looked at as well but I think we need to prove with our play that our competition is underrated by doing extraordinary things on the pitch, by scoring goals, by performing really well so when we do that it will speak for itself.”

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