It is that time of the year again. The time of the year when the champions of the different continental football confederations compete alongside the host’s national league champions to determine the champions of club football in the world. The year is 2018 and it is time for the club football world cup. This year’s tournament would hold from 12 to 22 December, 2018 and would be hosted by the United Arab Emirates who won the hosting rights for both…
The Catholic Church has banned Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka of Adoration Ministries Enugu Nigeria (AMEN) from endorsing politicians seeking for elective offices. Bishop Callistus Onaga of Enugu Catholic Diocese announced the ban at the weekend while speaking at Priestly Ordination in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Emene Enugu. According to Bishop Onaga, the church has also asked Mbaka to send a written apology to former Anambra State Governor and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) vice presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over their recent…
It is the largest city by size in Nigeria and third largest in Africa. Ibadan is a city that has stood the test of time, being the centre of administration of the western region during the British colonial rule. It has developed into a metropolitan area that has managed to hold on to its ancient charm. To outsiders, Ibadan may seem like an old, boring place where you can catch neither fun nor a break. But scattered throughout this city…
They attract the most attention, from setting records in stadium attendance to having the highest amount of television viewers. It is more than just football, it is an all out war between clubs and their fans with bragging rights at stake. For the fans of these clubs, nothing is better than a victory over the opposing side. Drumroll please as I present to you the 10 most prestigious rivalries in club football the world over. NOTE: The clubs are arranged…
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication- Leonardo DaVinci. But what happens when simplicity is no longer attainable? When there’s already too much knowledge and complexities crammed into your brain? When life has expanded its eccentricity through your mind? How then do you cope with the complexity that’s taking its toll on your cortisol level. The answer, mental decluttering It is the concept of removing clutter (such as worrying about the future; ruminating about the past; keeping a mental to-do list; complaints;…
Quotes: Whether you realize it or not, the quality of your life cannot appreciate beyond your level of self acceptance -Isaac Oladipupo It is hard to fly when something is holding you down – Gbenga Adegbembo Memories warm you up from the inside, but they also tear you apart – Haruki Murakami It is important that we forgive ourselves for making mistakes. We need to learn from our errors and move on -Steve Maraboli People can be more forgiving than…
1. The Netherlands Even though there are Nigerians everywhere on earth, I’m not sure The Netherlands is a place commonly considered. However, it’s a doctor’s dream workplace offering high salaries, great working conditions, shorter hours, and plenty of holidays. A very comfortable life. The amazing healthcare system ensures everyone has a family doctor and long waiting times are unheard of. As for pay, the average yearly compensation for specialists is $253,000 while general practitioners make roughly $117,0000. It remains…
The Game Awards is ostensibly the equivalent of the Oscars for the video game industry. The Game Awards have also evolved into a jam-packed news event, with new trailers, game announcements, and other surprises packed in between the night’s slate of prizes. This year was no different, and The Game Awards were home to some big announcements in the gaming industry. The event took place recently in Los Angeles, California, USA with Geoff Keighley as host. If you weren’t able…
Finally, we have a title for the next Avengers film and it is ENDGAME (not Annihilation or Decimation or Aftermath or any other name that have been flying around). With the release of its first official trailer yesterday (which already has more than forty million views on YouTube), fans are left in more confusion as to what will happen in the movie since Infinity war chose to end with the biggest amount of suspense seen in a film (exaggeration intended).…
The 2018 Formula One Championship season ran from 25 March to 25 November 2018 and was the 69th championship held since the inaugural season of the races held in 1950. There were 21 Grands Prix (French for Grand Prizes). Europe, being the traditional base of the championship, hosted 10 races while the remaining 11 held on other continents. Contained in this article are the winners of both the drivers’ and constructors’ prizes for each Grand Prix. World Drivers’ Champion: Lewis…