IKE UCHE OUT OF WORLD CUP Keshi speaks

Super Eagles Head Coach Stephen Keshi has closed the door on striker Ikechukwu Uche for the World Cup, saying he lacks tactical discipline.
Uche has been one of Nigeria’s reliable goal scorers and has scored 12 goals this season for Villarreal. On Monday night, the striker returned to action after he was sidelined by injury for two weeks.
He last featured for Nigeria in the final of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations against Burkina Faso. Keshi speaking to MTNFootball.com from his base in the United States said, “Ikechukwu Uche is not a player I have not seen play. Ike Uche problem is not knowing how to play football. “His problem is that he wants to dictate how we play in Super Eagles, he wants to tell us the system we’re playing is not good.
“Uche he has a very bad habit, that if you put him in the game he is not playing to instructions and he did that in the final of AFCON against Burkina Faso, he almost cost us.
“Again he did that against Zambia, in the second match when (Efe) Ambrose was given a red card. What we told him to do, he was doing the opposite.” Keshi added: “And if you don’t respect your team mates and you don’t respect the team, then there is no point. I know he cannot do that in his club, then why do it in the national team?

“I don’t think I need a player like that in the team.”

Ondo State House of Assembly Speaker Samuel Adesina dies

The current Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly Rt Hon Samuel Adesina has died. The Araromi Obu born politician, who has been off his parliamentary duty for months, died in the early hours of this morning February 25th after a long battle with cancer.

The late Adesina represented Odigbo constituency 11 in the State House and was a member of the Labour Party.

We pray his soul rest in peace, Amen.

Davido shows off his new 24ct gold-plated iPhone

He shared his new gold iPhone on his instagram page yesterday, exclusively made for him.

Have you seen Martins New ride?

Obafemi Martins shows off his Mercedes Benz CLK convertible

Choi. "God's grace is sufficient for my nakedness" - Maheeda

Maheeda, whose real name is Caroline Sam, says her going naked as a born again christian would never make God love her less.
She says His Grace is sufficient for her. Currently promoting her music, Maheeda in an interview with Encomium said she doesn't have any problems exposing herself "I dont have a problem doing what I do but I think its because of my job and I know most Christians would not understand. But I just believe that this is what I have to do to get attention especially when it comes to my job and I just believe His grace is enough for me. He loves me more than my nakedness. If you see God as a father and he sees you as a daughter, He would not because of your nakedness want to ruin you or kill you. That is how I see God. He understands me. He hates me but he loves me at the same time".

Asked what happened to her once-upon-a-time gospel status, the raunchy artiste replied "I think what happened was just spiritual maturity. At a stage in your life, you have to take a break and grow up or else every artiste would just be wrong. I needed to grow spiritually. Christians call it Born- again. I am standing in the gap for Christians and Muslims". Maheeda said she has always loved music but was thirsty for stardom since childhood. She said she hasn't been reaping the fruits from her musical album but has been getting contracts for guest appearances.
She claims she was recently abroad to attend the birthday party of a bigshot and was paid 3000 dollars just for coming and not singing.

LIVERPOOL OVERCOME SWANSEA IN DRAMATIC GOAL

Daniel Sturridge and Jordan Henderson both scored twice as Liverpool maintained their Premier League title push with a crazy 4-3 win over Swansea City at Anfield.
In a match that showcased both their devastating attacking power and worrying defensive frailty, Brendan Rodgers’s side raced into a two-goal lead before letting Swansea draw level - then powering away to a result that sees them stay in the title race with Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City.
Sturridge opened the scoring in the third minute following brilliant work by Raheem Sterling, who won possession in his own half and played a perfect 50-yard through ball. Sturridge beat Michel Vorm to it, and the England striker finished into the empty net. Sterling could well join his colleague in Brazil this summer. Jordan Henderson doubled the lead on 20 minutes with a sweeping finish into the top corner from the edge of the box, but rather than consolidate the home side defended slackly. Former Liverpool man Jonjo Shelvey thumped in off the bar - his muted celebration drawing applause from the Anfield crowd - before Wilfried Bony’s deflected header beat Simon Mignolet.
Parity did not last long, as a fine Liverpool team move culminated in Luis Suarez crossing for Sturridge to head his 18th goal in 19 Premier League games this season.
Swansea equalised for the second time early in the second half when Martin Skrtel manhandled Bony and the Ivorian beat Mignolet from the penalty spot. Liverpool came again, Luis Suarez had a penalty appeal rejected after a theatrical fall, and the game’s seventh goal finally came after Ashley Williams blocked a Suarez shot.

Vorm parried Henderson’s first shot on the rebound but could do nothing about the second.     

Ron Artest’s Brother Blasts The New York Knicks On Twitter

Culled from AllHipHop: Ron Artest may have changed his last name to World Peace but his brother seems to be just fine at war.

Today (February 22nd) Daniel Artest took to his personal Twitter account to air out his grievances with how the New York Knicks have treated his brother, Metta World Peace and reveals his evaluation of the Knicks as an organization.

The 31 year old former basketball prodigy was “disappointed” in the playing time his brother received and compared the Knicks organization to World Peace’s prior team, the Los Angeles Lakers. Artest even alleged that World Peace once warned him that the New York Knicks Public Relations department were monitoring his Twitter activity: The only members of the New York Knicks organization that Artest called out by name were James Dolan (owner of New York Knicks) and Mike Woodson (New York Knicks head coach). Artest accused Woodson of being a “yes man” and jokingly alleged that Dolan was being extorted: This comes less than a hour after World Peace tweeted that the New York Knicks were working to buyout his contract and release him: My agent just informed me this release could happen any hr now.

I just want to say “Thanks for everything” Metta World Peace signed a two year deal with the New York Knicks this past summer worth $1.6 million per season.

He has only played in 29 of the 56 games the Knicks have played this season and is averaging 13.4 minutes and 4.8 points per game.

Presidential media chat holds on Monday

Another edition of the Presidential Media Chat will be holding on Monday. According to a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, the programme would be broadcast live on the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority, the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria and the Voice of Nigeria by 7pm.

Abati said during the programme, President Goodluck Jonathan would respond to questions from a panel of journalists and media executives on current national issues and developments.

He urged all other radio and television stations in the country to hook up to NTA and FRCN to relay the programme to their listeners and viewers.

Pray things go right....

Emenike seeks divine protection from Injurie

I actually wanted to laugh it off, but on second thought, I think its worth it, to avoid the "monkey dey walk baboon dey chop" term...

Super Eagles striker, Emmanuel Emenike is looking up to the heavens to keep him free from injuries ahead of the world cup slated for June in Brazil.
This is against the backdrop of injury the top striker suffered in the run-up to the FIFA Confederations Cup in Brazil last year. Emenike recently returned to action for Fenerbahce after cooping a thigh injury and as the build up continues to Brazil 2014, Emenike stated that his wish was to remain healthy and play for the Eagles at the World Cup.
“Here’s hoping I can make up for it at the World Cup. It’s an occasion that obviously means a great deal to me. Events don’t come any bigger. It’s going to be amazing. I pray that I don’t get injured this time. I injured my knee a few weeks before the FIFA Confederations Cup tournament and unfortunately had to pull out,” Emenike said.
Emenike scored two vital goals in the first leg of the World Cup qualifier against Ethiopia in Addis Ababa.
At the last Nations Cup in South Africa his four goals where vital in the the Super Eagles triumph.

I say amen for him ooo

Prepare Your Will, Navy Tells Officers

As part of measures to prepare their officers for any eventuality, the Nigerian Navy (NN) hierarchy has called on its personnel to make valid wills that would take care of their affairs if something happens to them.

The Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) of the Naval Training Command (NAVTRAC), Rear Admiral Goddy Anyankpele, made this call at the end of the one-day seminar on ‘Administration of Estate of Deceased personnel’ held yesterday in Lagos. He said the seminar was to sensitise NN personnel on the administration of estate and also provide useful and practical guide on how to make a valid will.

The seminar, which was in line with the NN schedule of event for the year, had the FOC reiterate the need for personnel to write their wills to prevent unwanted persons from gaining access to their property.

He said, “It is better to use one’s spouse as next of kin because no one can really take care of your children more than a spouse. It is not only the rich that writes a will as is erroneously perceived by some people. Therefore, we insist that every officer writes his will now to avoid family rivalry resulting from sharing the deceased properties.”

In her lecture, Lieutenant Commander Nkechi Chukwuka said the existence of a will makes it possible and easy for a person to tidy up his estate to the standard he desires.

She said, “A valid will ensures that the family is protected and the quality of life set out for the family is not denied them even at his death. Also, the will can state that the wife is not to be put through any mourning rites that violate her fundamental human rights.”

I kinda support this, abeg e no easy

Chelsea set to offload Mikel.. hmmmm

John Mikel Obi's days at Chelsea could be numbered as the club look set to offload the Nigeria international at the end of the season.
    According to reports in England, Blues boss Jose Mourinho has informed Mikel he can leave the side for a small fee this summer. 
    The Premier League giants have already started looking for Mikel's replacement, with Olympique Marseille's Gianelli Imbula identified as a potential successor.
    Mikel has become unsettled at Chelsea since the return of Mourinho to west London. The midfielder, who was earlier linked with a move to Galatasary and AS Monaco, has fallen further down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge following the January arrival of Nemanja Matic.

Well fans don't be scared its an opinion

Hehehe...Kano Emirate’s family celebrate CBN governor Sanusi’s suspension

Ever heard of suspension party?
    ChannelsTV reports that members of the Kano emirate called Dabo Family Women Association gathered  today to celebrate the suspension of the CBN governor, Sanusi Lamido.
    Addressing a news conference at the Emir’s palace on Saturday, a family member, Hajia Binta Sanusi, said that the suspension was “an honour done to their son who served his country truthfully and was later rewarded with mischievous allegations”.
    The women, comprising mothers, sisters and in-laws of the suspended apex bank governor, seemed happy even when some Nigerians have condemned the suspension.
    They said there was no course for alarm, as Sanusi had proved to be trust worthy, having transformed the Nigerian economy in five years.

    Some people can be so funny...

Lols! Garcelle Beauvais says Beyonce needs to cover up and stop being raunchy

In a recent interview with Hello Beautiful , 47 year old actress and mother of two Garcelle Beauvais said she's shocked at how women in entertainment show too much skin these days and says Beyonce can still be sexy without going overboard.
"For me, there's so many ways to be sexy without being overt about it. As I get older, I still want to be sexy, but I want to do it in a different way.
      I want to do it in a way that’s more classy. Certain things are just too overt for kids.
      I love Beyonce. I love her. I think she’s beautiful and talented. But, I think there has to be a fine line where you have to take responsibility for what you do.
        I think it’s good to be sexy, but sexy can come across in so many different ways. It doesn’t have to be everything showing, out grinding all of the time."

Forbes refers to President Jonathan as President Johnson

Ebuka called their attention to the mistake and they corrected it. Wait, is President Jonathan that unpopular that Forbes would make such a mistake? Or were they just nonchalant bout responses to their mistakes from Nigeria?

Feel good to be back mee readers...