Friday, 15 June 2018

NigerianEye: “I rejected advice to avoid fasting because of my health – Buhari” plus 29 more

NigerianEye: “I rejected advice to avoid fasting because of my health – Buhari” plus 29 more


I rejected advice to avoid fasting because of my health – Buhari

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 05:49 PM PDT

President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday said he rejected advice given to him to refrain from participating in the just-concluded Ramadan fast on health grounds. He, however, said having participated...

Russia 2018: Super Eagles face Croatia 8pm today

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 05:50 PM PDT

Over 180 Million Nigerians will be hoping for a win as the Super Eagles face Croatia today in their first match at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. Both teams are placed alongside Argentina and...

'No mortal power can stop Buhari’s re-election in 2019' - Emir of Daura

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 05:50 PM PDT

The Emir of Daura,Katsina State, Alhaji Umar Farouk Umar, declared yesterday that President Muhammadu Buhari looks unstoppable in his re-election bid next year, as no mortal power can constitute any...

I don't trust Nigerian police - Governor Fayose

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 05:50 PM PDT

The Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose has said he does not trust the police and called on President Muhammadu Buhari to restructure the country so as to end insecurity. Fayose said this at this...

'I’m helpless even as governor' - Yari tells residents

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 05:41 PM PDT

Zamfara State Governor, Abdul'aziz Yari, has said that he lacks adequate power to direct the security affairs of the state or sanction security officers even as its governor and chief security...

Mikel backs 19-year-old Super Eagles goalkeeper, Uzoho ahead of World Cup debut

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 06:05 PM PDT

Mikel Obi has backed young goalkeeper Francis Uzoho to shine at the World Cup in Russia. Uzoho at 19 is the youngest on the Super Eagles squad and he is likely to keep goal against the...

2019 Election: EFCC investigates source of campaign funds

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 05:21 PM PDT

As Nigerians await the conduct of the 2019 general elections, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission is beaming its searchlight on politicians and political parties in a bid to track the...

It's not President Buhari’s job to change Nigerians - Kukah

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 04:57 PM PDT

Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Matthew Hassan Kukah, yesterday urged Nigerians to give up unrealistic expectations of the President Muhammadu Buhari administration's change...

Uneducated 5-year old Nigerian boy, Taju becomes latest internet sensation

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 11:48 AM PDT

They say tiny drops of water makes a mighty ocean. The story of 5-year-old Taju started as a comic relief and now, he's found his way to getting the care and empowerment him and every Nigerian child...

Cristiano Ronaldo's sensational hat trick rescues point for Portugal vs. Spain

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 01:16 PM PDT

A Cristiano Ronaldo hat trick rescued Portugal a valuable point in a 3-3 draw against Spain in the two teams' much-anticipated Group B opener on Friday. A first-half brace from Ronaldo sandwiched a...

As It Happened: Portugal 3-3 Spain

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 01:17 PM PDT

Welcome to Nigrianeye's live text coverage of the World Cup clash between Portugal and Spain at the Fisht Olympic Stadium. This is arguably the pick of the group-stage fixtures, as the 2010...

Evans’ lawyer withdraws from his trial

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 09:35 AM PDT

Olukoya Ogungbeje, lead counsel to Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, suspected kidnap kingpin better known as Evans, has withdrawn from his client's trial. In a statement he personally signed, Ogungbeje...

I will shut up if Buhari stops killings - Apostle Suleman fires back at his father

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 02:36 PM PDT

Founder of Omega Fire Ministries, Apostle Johnson Suleiman has responded to the counsel of his biological father not to criticize President Mohammadu Buhari and the ruling All Progressives Congress...

Fashion magazine, VOGUE hails Super Eagles outfit designed by GT Stiches & PiolaFootprints

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 10:24 AM PDT

The Nigerian football team have 'officially' been crowned the kings of the fashion for the 2018 FIFA World Cup after their travel outfits to Russia were hailed by the reputable fashion...

Shehu Sani speaks on Buhari involving in rigging election, sack of INEC chairman

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 08:56 AM PDT

The Senator representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani, has clashed with the Southern and Middle Belt Leaders' Forum over its call for the sack of the Independent National Electoral...

Your hatred for my father shall kill you – Abacha’s daughter, Gumsu slams Wole Soyinka

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 08:53 AM PDT

Gumsu, one of the daughters of late military president, Sani Abacha, has slammed Wole Soyinka over his statement about her father.  Recall that Soyinka while speaking on Tuesday during the...

Buhari afraid for Fayemi, says Nigeria’s election unpredictable

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 08:49 AM PDT

President Muhammadu Buhari, Friday said Nigeria's election was not predictable, the only reason he cannot say exactly whether his former Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Kayode Fayemi...

Ronaldo may spend up to two years in prison, agrees to $20m tax settlement

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 08:46 AM PDT

Real Madrid star, Cristiano Ronaldo, has agreed to pay the Spanish taxman 18.8 million euro ($20 million) to settle a tax fraud claim, a legal source said Friday. The deal between the fiscal...

Osinbajo holds closed-door meeting with Oba of Benin

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 08:43 AM PDT

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Friday held a private meeting with the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II at his Palace in Benin, the Edo capital. Also at the meeting, which lasted about 45 minutes were...

What I would have done to Oshiomhole if I was president – Fani-Kayode

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 08:27 AM PDT

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has reacted to a statement by former governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole about his comment on Olusegun Obasanjo. Oshiomhole on Wednesday said he...

I feel healthier to lead after Ramadan -Buhari

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 07:41 AM PDT

President Muhammadu Buhari says after the successful completion of this year's Ramadan fast, he is "healthier to attend to national issues". He said though he was advised not to fast due to...

Uruguay snatch late winner against Egypt

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 07:04 AM PDT

Uruguay snatched a late winner as they began their World Cup campaign with a dramatic victory over Egypt, who left Mohamed Salah on the bench. Jose Gimenez headed powerfully into the net in the...

List of Nigerian celebrities recently ‘harassed’ by Police SARS

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 06:58 AM PDT

The special anti-robbery squad (SARS) has gained a reputation for harassing Nigerians, and celebrities are no exception. The antics of SARS operatives have been on the lips of many Nigerians in...

Secondus begs Muslims to pray for 2019 elections, democracy

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 06:31 AM PDT

National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Prince Uche Secondus, has called on all Nigerians to use the period of Eid el Fitri to reflect on the situations in the country and pray...

Senate orders immediate deportation of SAMSUNG Managing Director

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 06:17 AM PDT

The Senate, Thursday, ordered for the immediate deportation SAMSUNG Managing Director, Young Ho Jo, back to South Korea by the Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS. Senator Solomon Adeola, chairman of...

US speaks on Ekiti governorship election

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 06:17 AM PDT

The United States has said the world is looking forward to the July 14 Ekiti governorship election.  The Consul General, Mr. John Bray, spoke during a meeting with the Ekiti State Council of...

June 12 declaration illegal… Buhari trying to rescue his dying image -Ben Nwabueze

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 06:19 AM PDT

Ben Nwabueze, a senior advocate of Nigeria (SAN), has faulted the June 12 declaration made by President Muhammadu Buhari. In a statement, he personally signed, Nwabueze described the declaration as...

Huge expectation from Nigerians as Nigeria prepare for Croatia

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 04:59 AM PDT

Huge expectation from Nigerians as Nigeria prepare for Croatia Huge expectations have been expressed by Nigeria supporters as the country prepares to kick off their world cup challenge on...

Rohr hints on good result ahead of Nigeria, Croatia tie

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 06:06 AM PDT

Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr has said that the Nigerian team are, "physically and mentally ready," for their first match of the World Cup 2018 against Croatia. Rohr, a former German...

Zamfara killings: I’m helpless, says governor as he directs residents to God

Posted: 15 Jun 2018 06:07 PM PDT

Abdul'aziz Yari, Zamfara state governor, says he cannot direct security officers on what to do or sanction them, despite being the governor and chief security officer (CSO) of the state. Speaking to...

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