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- Paul Pogba has revealed the manager expressed his displeasure with the players' performance - Man United lost 4-0 to Everton to have their hopes of finishing in the top four dented - The result forced Solskjaer to tender a passionate apology to Man United fans Paul Pogba has revealed Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was disappointed with their lackluster performance during the side's 4-0 defeat to Everton on Sunday, April 21, at Goodinson Park. Richarlison, Gylfi Sigurdsson, Digne and Theo Walcott scored a goal apiece to gift the Toffees a memorable victory over United. READ ALSO: Jurgen Klopp reveals he is not expecting any help in the Manchester derby The Red Devils' embarrassing defeat saw them fail to break into the top four as they currently sit sixth on the log with 64 points. Pogba, who was widely criticised for his performance during the defeat has now opened the lid on Solskjaer's hard-hitting comments in the dressing room. "[In the...

Barely 48 hours after the Easter day tragedy that resulted in the death of 11 people in Gombe state, the commandant general of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Abdullahi Gana Muhammadu, has reacted. A statement from the media office of the law enforcement agency made available to Legit.ng on Tuesday, April 23, said Muhammadu had sent a high-powered delegation to condole with the government and people of Gombe state over the incident that involved members of Boys’ Brigade of ECWA Church, Bamusa, Barunde, Madaki, and the St Peter’s Anglican Church in the state. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda “Gana, who is away to attend to the international civil defence meeting abroad, has ordered investigation into the tragedy and ordered the commandant of the corps in the state take necessary actions. “The commandant general further assured the general public of his readiness to personally handle the case on his ret...

Academic achievement is a source of joy to those who have toiled hard to achieve such feat. Aqeeb Sabr and Raqia Mohammed will be flooded with euphoria as the couple recently bagged doctor of philosophy in mathematics. A PhD degree is a significant achievement which many lovers of books and knowledge hope to achieve. Aqeeb Sabr bagged a PhD in Mathematics while his wife Raqia Mohammed bagged a PhD in Applied Mathematics. Legit.ng notes that a Twitter user identified as Kwankwason Tuwita made the disclosure on his page on Monday, April 22. READ ALSO: Nigerian newspaper review for April 23: Three governors, ministers in race for Buhari's cabinet See his tweet below: Nigerians on Twitter have given funny reactions to the academic achievement of the couple. A Twitter user identified as Ibrahim said: "Next time a lecturer asks you to find X.. pls arrest this couple coz they must be holding X hostage." Nunga Thanos said: "They'd probably give birth to a mat...

- Billy McNeill, former Celtic legend and skipper of European Cup-winning captain ,Billy McNeill, died on Monday, April 23 at the age of 79 - He suffered from dementia for a number of years and fought bravely to the end - McNeill enjoyed a successful association with Celtic as a supporter, player, manager and more recently club ambassador Celtic legend and European Cup-winning captain, Billy McNeill, has died at the age of 79, family sources confirmed on Monday, April 22. According to Sky sport, McNeill became an iconic figure in Scottish football after captaining Celtic to their European Cup success in 1967, a performance that saw the club enter the record books as the first British club to achieve such feat. "It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our father Billy McNeill. READ ALSO: James Milner claims he’ll support Man United when they face Man City "He passed away late on Monday (April 22) surrounded by his family and loved ones. He suffered fro...

- Jurgen Klopp will not be putting his hope on Man United ahead of the Manchester derby - Pep Guardiola's side will play Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men in a blockbuster at Old Trafford - Liverpool will be expecting the Red Devils to win or draw to hand them an opportunity Jurgen Klopp is not relying on Manchester United getting a result against city rivals Manchester City in their midweek clash at Old Trafford. Liverpool are looking to clinch their first Premier League title in 29 years but their hopes lie on their greatest rivals getting a result against City. The Red Devils are the highest-placed team remaining for Pep Guardiola's side to play in the remaining three Premier League matches left. READ ALSO: Super Eagles set to play Morocco after Ghana friendly canceled But United who lost 4-0 to Everton at Goodison Park last weekend have now lost their last five matches in all competitions under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Speaking to Sky Sports after Liverpool's 2-0 w...

- The duke and duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, are reportedly considering moving to Africa - The couple previously camped in Botswana during their courtship and one of the diamonds in Meghan’s engagement ring is from the African country - Palace sources, however, say the prince and his wife are focusing on the birth of their baby for now After only just settling into their new home, a cottage near Windor Castle, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the duke and duchess of Sussex, may be packing their bags again soon. According to the Sunday Times of London, the royal couple may move to Africa to focus on charity work and promoting Britain. READ ALSO: Buhari directs quick intervention in Adamawa, Taraba communal crises Legit.ng notes that the couple has a special connection to Africa. During their TV interview after they got engaged, Harry said: " I managed to come and persuade her (Meghan) to come join me in Botswana, and we camped out with each other under t...

- Alhaji Attahiru Mohammed Ahmed insists that Air Force jets killed innocent villagers in the fight against bandits in Zamfara - Emir Ahmed says he has never lied and is not against the fight to end banditry in the state - The chairman of the council of chiefs recalls that same allegation was made when an investigative team visited his palace The emir of Anka, Alhaji Attahiru Mohammed Ahmed, has denied that the Zamfara state council of chiefs, which he heads, made a u-turn in its claim that some villagers were killed by Air Force jets. Emir Ahmed insisted that innocent people were killed by the Air Fore jets in their attacks on bandits' camps. Lawal Tsalha, Legit.ng ’s regional reporter in Zamfara, Lawal Tsalha, says that the traditional ruler made the assertion while briefing news men in the state. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda The emir said that he has never told lies and will never do so in his life. He advi...

A female student has been identified for her beautiful and well-structured handwriting in the entire universe. In a post that recently resurfaced on social media, social media users have celebrated Prakriti Malla, after a photo of her handwriting made its way to the online community. A Twitter user identified as Ahmed shared a tweet in which he revealed that Malla, who is a class 8 student that hails from Nepal, was given recognition for having the best handwriting in the world. "The handwriting of Prakriti malla, the class VIII student from Nepal, has been recognized as the best ever handwriting in world." he said. See his tweet below: PAY ATTENTION: Read best news on Nigeria's #1 news app Some social media users reacted to the news by commending the young school girl, and even suggesting that her writing should be adopted as a font for typing. See tweets below: READ ALSO: 7 Main Benefits Of Handwriting PAY ATTENTION: Get your daily relationship tips...

- APC is reportedly compiling list of loyal members for President Buhari's new cabinet - The party is also seeking NEC’s approval to take disciplinary action against Amosun, Okorocha, others over anti-party activities - President Buhari had asked his ministers to prepare their handover notes ahead of the dissolution of the cabinet The National Working Committee (NWC) of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is reportedly lobbying President Muhammadu Buhari to ensure that only members who have been faithful to the party are appointed into executive positions in his new cabinet. This Day reports that the president had already asked his ministers to submit their handover notes by tomorrow, Wednesday, April 24, in preparation for the dissolution of the cabinet. Legit.ng gathered that there are indications that Buhari would waste no moment in constituting a new cabinet after his second term is inaugurated on May 29. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from ou...

- Zahran Hashim, a radical Islamist, has been accused to one of the attackers of Sri Lanka coordinated bombings - While media outlets in the country believe he is behind the attack on Shangri La hotel in Colombo, their report is however unconfirmed - Many people in the country, especially officials in the government, are blaming security agencies in the country for intelligence failures Zahran Hashim, a radical Islamic cleric who is known for posting inciting videos on Youtube, has been accused to be one of the bombers who attacked the Shangri La hotel in Colombo. It should be recalled also that Hashim has once wanted to attack the Indian High Commission in the capital of Sri Lanka on Thursday, April 4 but failed, Daily Mail reports. A US official earlier told CNN that those behind the coordinated blasts which claimed 290 lives and left many wounded were influence by ISIS. READ ALSO: Buhari to receive Qatari emir at Aso Rock on Tuesday, April 23 No group, has so far, taken resp...

The main headlines of mainstream Nigerian newspapers of Tuesday, April 23, are focused on President Muhammadu Buhari's second term and his incoming cabinet, Bola Tinubu and Bukola Saraki's rift, JAMB's investigation of candidates' credentials from 2009 to 2019 among others. The Nation reports that three outgoing governors, 15 ministers and a former military administrator are jostling for cabinet seats as President Muhammadu Buhari begins his second tenure in May. A source who craved anonymity, said: “Some of those seeking to be ministers include a former Military Administrator, three of the outgoing governors and no fewer than 15 of the over 30 ministers who will complete their tenure on May 22. “As for the three outgoing governors, two may represent their geopolitical zones, depending on the outcome of consultations between the President and leaders from their zones.” READ ALSO: Buhari to receive Qatari emir at Aso Rock on Tuesday, April 23 “No fewer than 15 min...

- Maurizio Sarri was reportedly livid because of the name Burnley bench called him - The Italian was sent off in Chelsea's 2-2 draw against Burnley on Monday night, April 22 - Sarri's assistant at Chelsea claimed his superior was verbally abused by someone at Burnley bench Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri was sent off in the Blues' Premier League encounter against Burnley on Monday night, April 22, which ended 2-2 at Stamford Bridge. The Blues however missed the chance to go third on the Premier League standings after their draw at home against Burnley with three games left for them this season. And after the Premier League tie, Maurizio Sarri refused to attend post match media conference, and the reason for his decision has been explained. Maurizio Sarri's assistant at Chelsea Zola said that the Italian was angry about something that was said to him by someone on the Burnley bench. PAY ATTENTION: Install Pitch Football App for FREE to get the latest football News...

- Super Eagles are lining up to play a friendly with Atlas Lions of Morocco - The Nigeria Football Federation have also booked a warm up game with Senegal - Nigeria will play in Group B alongside Burundi, Madagascar and Guinea Super Eagles will likely face Morocco in a pre-AFCON 2019 friendly game as talks are already underway with the North Africans, Gernot Rohr reveals. The three time African champions have already booked a warm up game with Senegal which has been confirmed by Senegalese Football Association President, Augustin Senghor. READ ALSO: Gonzalo Higuain celebrated goal against Burnley by putting head on woman's chest, fans claim But the one against Ghana will unlikely not hold because the Black Stars have chosen to hold a three-week get-together in the United Arab Emirates as part of their preparations for AFCON. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng When asked if he would like to face Morocco as part of preparations, Rohr said: ''There is a possi...

- Mohammed Adamu orders for immediate investigation into the killing of 11 people on Gombe state - Adamu, through Frank Mba, quotes a witness as saying that the NSCDC officer who drove a car, lost control of the vehicle - Mba says the commissioner of police in the state visited the scene of the accident for an on-the-spot assessment Mohammed Adamu, Nigeria's acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP), on Monday, April 22, ordered for a speedy and comprehensive investigation into the Easter day accident in Gombe state in which 11 people died. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) the casualties included the driver of the vehicle, a personnel of the NSCDC, who rammed into a procession celebrating Easter on April 21, along Gombe-Biu road. Frank Mba, a deputy commissioner of police and spokesperson of the law enforcement agency, said in a statement in Abuja, that 30 other persons seriously injured were currently receiving treatment. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter fr...

James Milner has disclosed he will be temporarily be a Manchester United fan on Wednesday, April 24 when they clash with city rivals Manchester City – but will not seeing the game on TV. According to UK Sun, Milner while growing up supported grew Leeds United and also played for his boyhood club before heading for Man City and Liverpool, with all three clubs enemies of the Old Trafford dwellers. However, the 33-year-old former Three Lions star and his Reds team-mates will be hoping Manchester United help them in their English Premier League title quest, by beating the Cityzens on Wednesday night. READ ALSO : LIonel Messi at 10 caught on camera posing with wife-to-be Antonela on a beach in Argentina The Kop side will end the campaign on 97 points if they win all of their remaining matches – but that would not guarantee a first Premier League silverware after 29 years. And Milner was quick to add that irrespective of the final result of the Manchester derby showdown the race to th...

- Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has reaffirmed his position on the family ties between Yoruba and Igbo - Oba Ogunwusi said the two ethnic groups are inseparable members of the same family - The monarch noted that the Igbos are still the biggest consumers and users of Kolanut which is only planted in Yorubaland till date The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has reaffirmed his position on the family ties between Yoruba and Igbo nations, saying the two ethnic groups are inseparable members of the same family. Legit.ng report that the monarch in a statement issued in his palace in Ile-Ife, made the affirmation while receiving the Lagos state president of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Solomon Ogbonna, who accompanied the delegation of African farmers and cultural organization on a courtesy visit to the palace. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda Oba Ogunwusi said he was happy to have the president of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Lago...

- Following recent communal conflicts in Adamawa and Taraba, President Buhari has directed a quick intervention and response to affected communities - The president also directed the quick intervention response delegation to convey his sympathy and to bring succor to the affected communities - The delegation’s leader said that the affected persons should expect intervention from the federal government through NEMA - During the assessment, the delegation visited Barai and Bolon villages and LCCN Cathedral and Numan General Hospital President Muhammadu Buhari has directed a quick intervention and response to the affected communities in the recent communal conflicts in Adamawa and Taraba. The quick intervention response delegation, led by Air Commodore Akube Iyawu, director, search and rescue of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), arrived in Yola on Monday, April 22, NAN reports. READ ALSO: Imo workers threaten to strike over non-payment of salaries before Easter Legi...

Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde recently came under fire after posting a tweet addressed at the current presidency. In her post, the screen diva called on the government under the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari and Vice President Yemi Osinbajo to address the seemingly hellish situations happening in the country. Her tweet read thus: “The country under your watch is Hellish! The lack of money in circulation, coupled with continuous assault and killings by uniformed men, will make this country implode! It is unbearable. Do something. Insecurity. Fear and desperation everywhere.” For this tweet, she was dragged by the presidency in a response to which she reacted. Following the back-and-forth tussle Omotola had with the "powers that be", she has come out to address the issue of her activism and answer arising questions. This she did when she adorned the cover of The Guardian Magazine. In an accompanying interview, the actress clearly asserted that she h...

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has taken delivery of two Agusta 109 Power attack helicopters in the bid to combat terrorism in the country. NAF disclosed the news on its twitter page on Monday, April 22, adding that the force authorities in Yola also celebrated Easter with the frontline troops in Yola, the capital of Adamawa state. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda The celebration was led by the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar on Monday, April 22. CAS Abubakar also said the NAF, with the support of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Muhammadu Buhari nx the National Assembly, would continue to get new platforms, while also building human capacity in its war against insurgency and every form of insecurity in the nation. Recall that Legit.ng earlier reported that NAF on Saturday, April 13, destroyed some logistics stores belonging to bandits within Kagara forest in Zamfara state...

- Imo state workers have threatened to go on strike over the government’s failure to pay their salaries before the Easter celebration - The aggrieved workers pointed out that no state government in the North can deny its workers their salaries during Salah - Medical doctors in the employ of the state govt had last week, embarked on a two-week strike to press for payment of their salaries from January 2018 till date Imo state workers are expressing anger over the government’s failure to pay their salaries before the Easter celebration, and may proceed on strike. In a chat with The Guardian, the state chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Austin Chilakpu, also disclosed that some retirees alleged that they were being owed more than 54 months arrears of pensions. READ ALSO: FG must punish employers who refuse to pay N30,000 minimum wage - Balarabe Musa Legit.ng gathers that among those who expressed their anger over the non-payment of salary, are local government workers....