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A very interesting news came out of Russia on Thursday afternoon after it emerged that the Ministry of Sport had signed a document banning all foreign head coaches. Former Chelsea coach, Andre Villas-Boas who is Portuguese and manages Zenith St Petersburg was reportedly planning to leave at the end of the season but it’s unclear if his tenure will last that long now. According to Eurosport, the bill was signed on September 21st and published on the official web portal of legal information on October 28th. Interestingly, the Russian national team can still be run by a foreign coach. At clubs, they can employ foreigners as coaches – but not the head coach. Of the sixteen clubs in the Russian Premier League, six are run by foreigners. It’s unclear how soon they will be forced to leave their jobs. This is happening in the 21st century.. but Only in Russia!!

Article written by former presidential spokesperson, Reuben Abati... Democracy does not necessarily translate into the disappearance of crises and dilemmas, (even trilemmas, quadrilemmas or more) in a country, either developed, developing or perhaps evolutionary. Built into the fabric of the right to choose is also the right to make mistakes and so, across Africa at this moment, in Nigeria, Tanzania, Cote d’Ivoire, Burundi, Guinea Conakry, Rwanda, the lessons are being driven home, as elections are being held or have been held or will be held That even as democracy spreads within the continent, the tension between stabilization and consolidation, trade offs and efficiency, pessimism and optimism, ethnocentrism and nationalism, remains a major concern.      Whatever the challenges may be however, both local and international authorities have a duty to ensure that the people learn from their mistakes, build on those mistakes positively, and prevent a relapse to either militarism or

 The Mavins have released a new Don Jazzy produced single titled “JantaManta” with no warning. The track with serves as the fourth single from The Mavins, has been labelled “palmwine jam” by Don Jazzy and features all the artistes housed by Mavin Records. Waste no time and consume “JantaManta”, which sees Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, Dr SID, D’Prince, Reekado Banks, Korede Bello and  Di’Ja in action. Do not forget to tell us it the track is a hit or miss in the comments section below!   DOWNLOAD The Mavins – “JantaManta” ft. Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, Dr SID, D’Prince, Reekado Banks, Korede Bello & Di’Ja

The Super Eagles striker who announced he was retiring from the national team on his instagram over the weekend said it was not an easy decision. Speaking with BBC Sports, Emenike said “It was not an easy decision. I didn’t think my international career would come to a sudden end, but that is life. Sometimes it’s better to remove yourself from an environment that doesn’t suit you mentally and physically and this is what I have done. I also felt it was important that people hear directly from me to avoid a funny twist to the story. I wish to thank the coaches who gave me a chance, fellow players and in particular big thanks to all my fans for their unconditional support.”

The National Assembly and State House of Assembly Elections Petitions Tribunal sitting in Jos, Plateau state yesterday sacked the member representing Langtang South constituency in the state Assembly, Vincent Bulus, of PDP and also barred him for life from contesting elections. Chairman of the tribunal, Justice Akeredolu, while delivering her judgment on a petition filed by APC candidate Danladi Jackson challenging his eligibility to contest in an election, said Bulus was not qualified to contest any election because he had been convicted of an offence in line with Section 107(1)(d) of the 1999 constitution as amended. “The respondent(Bulus), having been convicted of an offence involving fraud and dishonesty by a court of law, was not qualified to contest the election into the Plateau State House of Assembly to represent Langtang South constituency. Therefore, the election and return of the first respondent as member of Plateau State House of Assembly to represent Langtang So

A jihadi who appears to stand no more than three-foot tall has been pictured posing with machine guns in Syria. The 'little person', nicknamed by a journalist as 'Al-Chihuahua' is understood to have joined terror group Jabhat Al-Nusra which has links to Al Qaeda

The Lagos State police have arraigned a 38-year-old man, Olumide Ogunbolude, for allegedly defrauding his in-law, Taiwo Elegbede, of N9, 105,000 which was meant for the purchase of a Range Rover. It was learnt that Mrs Elegbede introduced her husband to Ogunbolude as a dealer, when her Husband wanted to buy a car in 2013. According to Punch Metro, The suspect was reportedly paid an initial sum of $39,500, before being given an additional N1.6m. However after over  a year later, the suspect has neither produced the car, nor refunded the money. After waiting patiently, the complainant was said to have reported the matter to the police in April, 2015. The suspect reportedly pleaded for more time, and when he could not meet up, he allegedly issued the complaint a bounced cheque. He was then arrested and arraigned on Tuesday by detectives from the State Department of Criminal Investigation, Yaba, on three counts of fraud, stealing and issuance of a dud cheque. The defendant plead

Former President Jonathan, who is the chairperson of the Commonwealth Observer Group (COG) to Tanzania arrived the country yesterday and during a press conference, advised the country's National Electoral Commission and political parties to ensure a peaceful and transparent election.. The success of these elections depends on every stakeholder playing their part in a peaceful, inclusive and transparent manner. The Commonwealth has every confidence in the people of Tanzania to achieve that. During our time in Tanzania, we will seek to assess the pre-election environment, polling day activities and the post-election period, against the backdrop of Tanzania’s national legislation, regional and international commitments. “We will perform our observation role with impartiality, independence and transparency. On Friday 23 October, members of the Group will deploy in small teams to various provinces across the country to observe preparations ahead of polling day. On Election Day, the

Justin Trudeau Trudeau's election represents not just a change from almost 10 years of Conservative rule under Stephen Harper, but an almost unprecedented reversal of fortune for a Liberal Party that was nearly left for dead after the 2011 general election. Justin Trudeau, the son of late Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, became Canada's new prime minister after his Liberal Party won a majority of Parliament's 338 seats on Monday. Trudeau is tall, 6'2 and trim and at 43, channels the star power, if not quite the political heft, of his father, who swept to power in 1968 as the Prime Minister. His late father, who took office in 1968 and led Canada for most of the next 16 years, is a storied name in Canadian history, responsible for the country's version of the bill of rights.  His father, Pierre Trudeau, who was prime minister until 1984 with a short interruption, remains one of the few Canadian politicians known in America, his charisma often drawing comparis

Supporters of the Director of Radio Biafra, Mr. Nnamdi Kanu were on Tuesday arrested by the Anambra State police command at various parts in Awka as they protested the arrest of Mr. Kanu. The protesters, including women, carried placards with various inscriptions, marched from Amawbia to the Government House, demanding that Kanu be left alone. However, as they approached Government House, the police men stationed at the place fired into the air and threw teargas canisters to disperse the crowd. Another group protesting at the Arroma junction was also arrested by the police. Anambra State coordinator of Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mr. Ikechukwu Okoye said their protest was not meant to cause any trouble, adding that they were only on the streets to ask DSS to release Kanu. According to him, the protesters were marching to the Government House to plead with Anambra State governor, Chief Willie Obiano to prevail on President Muhammadu Buhari to intervene on the matter. H

A Saudi Arabian prince, Prince Majed bin Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud,  revealed yesterday to be the son of the late King Abdullah,is accused of a having sexual relationship with a male aide, taking cocaine and threatening to kill women who refused his advances - as well as sexually assaulting a maid according to an exclusive report by Daily Mail Online. The Prince now faces a series of allegations in a civil case brought by three female staff members of his Los Angeles mansion. Court documents seen by Daily Mail Online disclose how he is accused of being drunk and high at his $37 million mansion in Beverly Hills and repeatedly making unwanted sexual advances. The documents were filed by lawyers acting for three female employees of Al Saud. They include a claim that the royal attempted to urinate on the trio while screaming: 'I want to pee pee'. He also threatened to kill one of the women if she refused to 'party' with him and jumped on top of another and b

 Chiwetel Ejiofor was seen strolling with his yet to be named girlfriend in New York. They were also seen kissing. It's the second time they've been spotted together, they showed up at "The Martian" premiere as well. So far no one knows her name.

The San Francisco Chronicle reported Monday that police officers found and arrested 38 year old Jeremiah Kaylor, who was squatting in a mansion on the market and sold several paintings from the home valued at more than $300,000. The Police went to the home in the ritzy Pacific Heights neighborhood after receiving reports of a suspicious person. Officer Carlos Manfredi says the man told police he was buying the home, but a real estate agent said he was trespassing. The agent also said 11 paintings were missing. Though the art was valued in the high six-figures, Manfredi said Kaylor sold the pieces for well below their value. Police responded to the home on Sunday and found Kaylor with a painting next to a moving van. He was arrested on suspicion of burglary after a neighbor tipped off the police that they saw lights on in the vacant home. Authorities say they tracked down nine of the paintings and expect to find the other two soon. The home which was once valued at $25milli

Leaders of Okunraye community, one of the villages hosting the Lekki Free Trade Zone, in the Ibeju Lekki area of Lagos State told a Lagos State High Court in Igbosere on Tuesday that the police were responsible for the killing of the Managing Director of the free trade zone, Alhaji Tajudeen Disu This claim was in an affidavit in support of a Fundamental rights suit filed before a Lagos High Court against the Police, Directorate of State Security (DSS) and Dangote group. The leaders who condemned the detention of  members of their community, alleged that contrary to reports on the incident, Disu was hit from behind by a stray bullet by the Lagos Mobile Policemen which killed him instantly. The community also sued the Inspector General of Police, Lagos Police Commissioner, Special Anti-robbery Squad (SARS), the Nigerian Army and Ibeju Lekki Local Government. One Alhaji Surajudeen  Salami, who deposed to the affidavit recalled that the Lagos State Government, sometime in 2007, f

As part of the Martell 300 anniversary celebrations which kicked off earlier this year in Nigeria, the world’s oldest Cognac house, is offering its consumers the chance to win the grand prize of a Porsche Cayman S, the ultimate symbol of style. For your chance to win this grand symbol of style, or one of the other prizes, enter the draw by following these basic steps: §  Buy 1 bottle of Martell Caractère and get 1 raffle ticket OR §  Buy 1 bottle of Martell XO, to get 2 raffle tickets This promotion will run from 15th October 2015 to 14th January 2016. For more information, visit www.martell.com or like the official Facebook page: facebook.com/martellnigeria and/or be part of the Twitter conversation, follow us at @martellnigeria

You would think they were going to a glamourous event but the famous sisters were only heading to lunch at The Smile Cafe in SoHo in New York, dressed to the tilt in kinky boots and fur. Whose look do you prefer? More pics after the cut..

The Nigerian Senate has announced the suspension of its plenary session till Thursday October 22nd. After screening two ministerial nominees, Bayo Shittu and Khadijat Abba Ibrahim today, the Senate adjourned sitting to tomorrow October 21st. However a new announcement from the Acting Clerk of the Senate, Nelson Oyewo, states that the plenary session will now hold on Thursday October 22nd. Senate president Bukola Saraki is expected to be at the Code of Conduct Tribunal tomorrow Oct. 21st where he is facing a 13 count charge of false asset declaration while he was governor of Kwara state.

The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Hassan Kukah, has called on Nigerians not to put all their hopes in President Buhari, stressing that the war against corruption is not the only item that will enhance the life of Nigerians. According to Bishop Kukah, the inclusion of a culture of entrenchment and protection of social justice and the rule of law to be part of our national live will guarantee a stable Nigeria. Bishop Kukah said this while delivering a lecture -‘Education and Leadership Recruitment for a Plural Society: A Case for Nigeria’- during the 3rd Convocation Ceremony of Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti today October 20th “Fighting corruption alone may not guarantee us a stable nation. We must include the culture of entrenchment and protection of social justice and the rule of law to be part of our national live. So, Nigeria should not put all their hopes in Buhari. They should not think that once Buhari has started fighting corruption the entire system will b

A man in China had to be rescued after getting his arm stuck in a toilet brimming with poo while trying to retrieve his treasured iPhone. He had just done number two and was pulling up his trousers when the phone slipped out and into the toilet. He promptly plunged his hand down the loo in a desperate but ultimately futile attempt to retrieve his phone, he got stuck and called for help. The unnamed man said: "My arm was stuck there and waste kept spewing out towards my face. It made me really sick. I just bought the phone so it really hurt to lose it so soon. But had I known the consequences, I would have never plunged my hand inside to try and get it."