Write post-UTME at your first choice institution, JAMB tells candidates

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB has back-off on its new policy adopted on July 14 to redistribute candidates to universities.

JAMB’s Public Relation Officer, Mr. Benjamin Fabian who disclosed this to Vanguard Tuesday in a telephone conversations said: ”Candidates should go and write the post-UTME in their institutions of first choices.”

He, however noted that after the post-UTME in their universities of first choice, if necessary, JAMB is still going to redistribute them.

He said: “When they write the post-UTME  in the schools of their first choices, they may wish to consider the other places we have taken them to for admissions.

”The reason is that if they don’t get admission in their first choices institution, they will get in the second.”

He explained that JAMB’s effort in redistributing candidates was only geared towards helping candidates of over-subscribed institutions gain admission to other federal or state universities rather than wasting their scores.

You will recalled that JAMB had last week announced its new policy to redistributes candidates to universities other than their first choice.

The development which generated sharp criticism from stakeholders almost paralysed some of the most  sought after universities in the country.

Breaking news : Gbajabiamila emerges House leader

ABUJA-Honourable Femi Gbajabiamila has been announced as the leader of House of Representatives, while Rep. Alhassan Dogowa  emerged as the Chief Whip.

The Speaker, Yakubu Dogara who announced this at the end of plenary, also said that Rep. Baba Jibrin is the Deputy Leader and Rep. Pally Iriase as the Deputy Chief Whip.

The South East was however excluded in the sharing  of principal officers position in the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC.

The position of Minority Leader went to Rep. Leo Ogor, the Deputy Minority Leader, Chukwuma Onyema, Binta Bello, Deputy Minority Whip and Yakubu Umaru, Minority Whip.

The announcement however attracted laud ovation from members who were chanting Dogara is a leader.

We never denied Patience Jonathan access to VIP’s lounge at Airport – FAAN says

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) on Tuesday said that it never denied Dame Patience Jonathan, the wife of former President Goodluck Jonathan, access to the VIP’s lounge at the Port Harcourt International Airport. - 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that FAAN’s denial is contained in a statement issued by Mr Yakubu Dati, its General Manager, Corporate Affairs.

The statement said the news report of the incident which allegedly occurred on July 27 in the social media was misleading and mischievous.

Michel Platini expected to launch Fifa presidency bid

Michel Platini is expected to confirm his intention to run for the Fifa presidency this week.

The former France and Juventus midfielder was appointed president of Uefa in 2007, succeeding Lennart Johansson.

Mourinho tips Mikel for Chelsea captaincy

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has earmarked John Obi Mikel as a likely replacement for John Terry as the Blues’ captain.

The Super Eagles star has spent nine years with the Stamford Bridge lords since his controversial move from Norwegian side, Lyn in 2006 and had since won over 224 caps with four goals to his credit.

Why I signed with Glo - Wizkid

Nigeria’s music superstar Wizkid, has shed light on the circumstances surrounding his new endorsement deal with Nigeria’s telecommunications giant, Globacom.



In a statement released in Lagos by his Manager, Mr. Sunday Are, Wizkid said Globacom is a brand he had admired for a very long time considering its strong persona and its very massive impact and image in the entertainment industry in Nigeria.

Dele Momodu writes a desperate letter to Pres. Buhari...he sounds a little disappointed in the new govt

Ovation publisher and staunch Buhari supporter, Dele Momodu, yesterday wrote a desperate open letter to the president where he expressed a little disappointment over the government of APC in the last four weeks. (I think there are are more desperate and ruthless politicians in this new government, it's definitely a Change from what we had previously). Anyway, read Momodu's memo 1st published on Thisday below..

Plies Frantic 911 Call They're Holding 'White Guys' Hostage

Plies and one of his friends took a white guy hostage ... at least that's what was reported to Florida cops, but it wasn't what it seemed.
Cops were called to the St. Cloud home of Mike Busey (Gary's nephew, aka the white guy) after a passerby saw what he thought was a hostage situation. Someone called 911, saying 2 black males with assault rifles were holding a white male hostage.
Deputies rolled up with sirens blazing, then discovered the guns were unloaded and the only thing the guys were shooting was a music video.
The scene had Plies picking up guns from Haitian gangsters with assault rifles.

Shia LaBeouf My Head Is So Jacked Up ... After Stunt Disaster

Shia LaBeouf was sporting fresh head gear -- as in layers of bandages -- the morning after putting his head through a glass window ... and we got the first pics.
TMZ obtained these shots of Shia in Williston, ND on Thursday -- the day after he got 20 stitches and 13 staples. We broke the story ... Shia cut his head, left ear, and right index finger while shooting a scene for his movie, "American Honey."
The director and Shia agreed he would do the stunt himself ... for realism, and yes -- he really bled. A lot. We're told he actually gave it a 2nd go, and nailed it without injury.
Stuntmen? We don't need no stinkin' stuntmen.


source:TMZ

Christian Horner reveals he has agreed contract extension at Red Bull

Christian Horner has revealed to Sky Sports he has signed a contract extension at Red Bull, committing his long-term future to the team and rubbishing reports he was set to be axed.

Rumours spread after the Austrian GP that a rival team principal had phoned Horner to commiserate on his impeding exit, with Red Bull founder Dietrich Mateschitz supposedly unhappy with the team’s results.

Brazil 1-1 Paraguay: Gonzalez sends Brazil packing as Paraguay win penalty shoot-out

Derlis Gonzalez scored two nerveless penalties to send Paraguay into the semi-finals of the Copa America with a shock shoot-out win over Brazil in Concepcion.

Gonzalez dispatched the first of his kicks on 71 minutes to level the match at 1-1 following Robinho's early opener and then fired home the decisive kick in the shoot-out to send Brazil home and set up a last-four clash with Argentina.

Brazil had looked to be heading towards that mouthwatering tie with Lionel Messi's side after Robinho's goal on 14 minutes.

Cristiano Ronaldo 'happy' at 'best club in the world' Real Madrid

Cristiano Ronaldo has broken several months of near-silence to rubbish reports that he is unhappy at Real Madrid and wants to leave the Spanish giants.

The World Player of the Year has barely uttered a word since he gruffly told reporters after the Champions League defeat by Schalke 04 in March he would not speak to the media until the end of the season.

Despite the prolific Ronaldo's goal-scoring efforts, Real ended the campaign without major silverware and coach Carlo Ancelotti was sacked and Rafa Benitez brought in.

Brendan Rodgers 'axes six from Liverpool squad'

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers will axe six players from his squad this week as he makes room for his new signings.

The Reds have been busy in the early part of the transfer window, with Nathaniel Clyne expected to agree personal terms on Merseyside this week.

DOSE OF COMEDY

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Mo Farah says he feels he has to believe in the denials made by his coach Alberto Salazar

Great Britain’s double Olympic gold medal-winner Mo Farah says he will continue to work with Alberto Salazar, following the coach’s denial of doping allegations made against him.

A number of allegations were made against Salazar in a BBC Panorama programme made in collaboration with US journalism organisation ProPublica, notably that he was involved in doping top US distance runner Galen Rupp, a training partner of Farah’s, in 2002However, on Tuesday Salazar wrote a 12,000 word open letter in which he denied all the accusations made against him.

Mariah Carey I'm One Of The Poorest People In The Room

Mariah Carey is used to being the top diva at the table but after a power lunch with a bunch of billionaires she had to take a back seat ... FINANCIALLY.
Mariah finally got off the yacht and grabbed a bite with her new Australian beau, James Packer, and a few of his billionaire mates.
Yeah Mariah is worth $500 mil but that’s pennies compared to her dinner COMPANY: James Packer $4.6 bil, Kerry Stokes $1.26 bil, and top dog Ron Perelman $14.7 bil.
At least Mariah wasn’t at the bottom of the FINANCIALLY stacked list ... her pal, Brett Ratner was also there and he’s only worth $65 mil … he’ll only have to worry about leaving the tip.

Photos: Despite not paying their salaries for months, Osun people throng out to show Gov support

Despite not paying the salaries of state civil servants for 7 months now, the people of Osun state came out in their numbers to show their state governor, Rauf Aregbesola their support.  Another photo after the cut...

Blatter: I have not resigned

Sepp Blatter has hinted that he could yet attempt to stay on as Fifa president, insisting he has not resigned his position.

The 79-year-old announced his decision to step down on June 2, just four days on from beating Prince Ali bin Al Hussein in a presidential election held amid controversy after nine Fifa officials were indicted on charges of racketeering conspiracy and corruption.

Fifa REJECTED suggestions that Blatter would perform a U-turn and stand for re-election last week following claims that he could be convinced to put himself forward as a candidate once more.

NFF bent on punishing Enyeama

NIGERIA Football Federation has disapproved claims by Vincent Enyeama that he never got any letter from the NIGERIA Football Federation inviting him to any disciplinary hearing in Abuja.
The Super Eagles skipper who invited to clarify his remark against the NFF’s choice of Ahmadu Stadium, Kaduna for Eagles Afcon qualifier against Chad played on June 13, 2015 said told BBC Sport that he was never notified officially by the NFF saying he only heard it in the media.

"Personally, as it was resolved in-house I thought that was the end of the matter. I only RECEIVED a letter to cautioning me about it [my comments] and to avoid a repeat of such,” said Enyeama.

I flinched when I heard Liverpool's brutal fee for Firmino'

Liverpool's transfer fee to land Roberto Firmino is "brutal" and puts the Brazilian under pressure to justify his price TAG, according to the club's former defender Markus Babbel.

The 23-year-old became Brendan Rodgers's fifth summer signing on Wednesday in a deal Goal understands is worth €30 million up front, and which could rise to €40m.

Only Andy Carroll, an ill-fated £35 million move that reaped just six goals in 44 PREMIER League appearances, has cost Liverpool more and Babbel believes Firmino will be expected to hit the ground running.

Vargas: Alexis isn't anything special

Juan Manuel Vargas says Eduardo Vargas and Alexis Sanchez "aren't anything special" as his Peru side prepare to face Chile in the Copa América 2015 semi-finals.

La Blanquirroja booked their spot in the final four with a 3-1 triumph over Bolivia on Thursday, setting up a meeting with the hosts at the Estadio Nacional on Monday.

But Vargas is not concerned by the attacking quality shown by La Roja - who have scored 11 goals in four games - so far in the tournament.

"Against them we have to play our own game. I've already played against Alexis and Vargas and they are not anything special," the Fiorentina man told reporters.

Same-Sex Marriage Now That It's Legal ... Gay Groom Guru Is Making BANK

The Supreme Court's historic ruling on same-sex marriage means one thing -- gay wedding planners can finally CASH in, and one of 'em has hauled in more than a quarter mil just today.
Robert E. Blackmon picked the perfect time to release his 2nd edition of “The Gay Groom’s Guide." It came out last month, and within a couple of hours of SCOTUS' announcement ... sales shot up by 500% … according to Blackmon's rep.
With more than 12,000 copies sold online just today, Blackmon's raked in -- cha-ching, cha-ching -- about $327,500 in REVENUE!!
Fun tips include how to break up family fights, SELECTING music for gay and straight guests (say yes to "YMCA"), and an engagement ring tip that, sorry ... totally disses Liberace.
Straight weddings ... you just got slayed.

Jimmy Fallon I Nearly Ripped My Finger Off

Jimmy Fallon and his single WORKING hand are looking for a little sympathy -- he just gave us a first look at the injury, and an explanation for what happened early Friday morning.
Jimmy's left hand is heavily bandaged and elevated in the pic he posted from his hospital BED. He says his ring got caught on the edge of a table when he tripped and fell at home -- and he damn near ripped a finger clean off his hand.
At least the 'Tonight Show' host can still count on his right hand for important things.
Like tweeting ... and other stuff.

Kylie Jenner supports boyfriend Tyga at his movie premiere

Kylie Jenner was spotted out on Monday with her boyfriend Tyga as the two made their way to the premiere of his new movie "Dope" in Downtown LA. The teen looked chic in a red jumpsuit and Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain lace up booties with a Moschino biker bag and Dior sun glasses. Kylie kept close to Tyga, but didn't walk the red carpet with him. More photos after the cut..

Photos: Miley Cyrus bares it all on the cover of Paper magazine

My goodness, when will this girl stop? I'm sure the world is tired of seeing her and Kim K naked. More photos after the cut...

 

ISIS captures 88 Eritrean Christians in Libya

The ISIS terror group kidnapped 88 Eritrean Christians from a people-smugglers' caravan in Libya last week, a U.S. defense official confirmed Monday.

The defense official confirmed initial reports of the mass kidnapping after seeing a recent intelligence report. The convoy was ambushed by militants south of Tripoli before dawn this past Wednesday morning.

Meron Estafanos, the co-founder of the Stockholm-based International Commission on Eritrean Refugees, said that the group of migrants included "about 12 Eritrean Muslims and some Egyptians. They put them in another truck and they put 12 Eritrean women Christians in a smaller pick-up".

Estafanos said that the militants had initially stopped the truck and demanded that the Muslims on board make themselves known. Everyone who responded was asked about the Koran and their religious observance in an attempt to catch Christians pretending to be Muslims.

The main body of the group was put back on the original truck. As the militants drove the vehicle away, at least 9 men attempted to escape by diving off the back of the truck. Estefanos said 3 of those who had escaped were safe, but still trying to get out of Libya. The fate of the others was not known.

Libya has become a jumping-off point for thousands of migrants from the Middle East and sub-Saharan Africa who attempt the dangerous Mediterranean crossing to southern Europe. However, Libya's ongoing instability has led to an increased presence by ISIS and other terror groups, increasing the risk for Christians and other non-Muslims attempting the crossing.

Rihanna and footballer Karim Benzema spotted out together...again

Rihanna, who was spotted having dinner with Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema in New York last week, was spotted leaving an LA night club with him again last night. He's a cuter...but I wish she'd stick with Drake. More photos after the cut...

Photo credit: I screengrabbed from TMZ Sports video

Khloe Kardashian slams liposuction rumors: I Work My Ass Off!

Khloe Kardashian has denied claims that she had liposuction to lose weight in a blistering Twitter tirade.

On Tuesday, the 30-year-old reality star took to her Twitter account to set the record straight.
She tweeted:

"I find it disgusting but maybe a compliment that I'm being accused of getting Lipo done. I work out 5 days a week. I bust my ass!" the 30-year-old wrote. "Yes this is documented by the paps. I'm assuming if I've had any sort of surgery I would need 6-8 weeks off of any intense workout."

 

 

 

 

 

Presidency dismisses rumours on Buhari’s delayed relocation to Aso Villa

The Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to president Buhari, Shehu Garba released a statement yesterday describing as false, reports being circulated online that the reason Nigeria's new president hasn't relocated to Aso Villa was because he was advised by a Senegalese spiritualist not to do so for now. In the statement, Shehu said the report was embarrassing to say the least. He said the president is a Muslim who believes his fate belongs to God.

"The so-called spiritual cleansing of the Aso Rock Villa by Senegalese marabouts before President Buhari moves into the villa is the figment of the imagination of rumour mongers." He said

Shehu said renovation works at the villa was mostly the reason pres. Buhari hasn't moved to the Villa.

Snoop Dogg sues beer-maker Pabst for millions of dollars

In 2011, 43-year old Snoop Dogg, real name Calvin Broadus Jr  signed a three-year deal to be the face of Blast, a fruit-flavoured drink that was part of Pabst's Colt 45 malt beer range.

Under the terms of the agreement he was paid around $250,000 and further instalments of $20,000 for every tenth mention of the brand on social media, at concerts or during TV appearances.

But he believed his contract also entitles him to a portion of the sale price should Pabst sell the business before January 2016, as well as royalties on each case of Blast that was sold.

Consequently he is seeking 10 per cent of the net sales price paid to Pabst for its Colt 45 malt beer line, which was included in last year's sale to beer entrepreneur Eugene Kashper and an investment firm, so he is suing American beer company Pabst, claiming he is owed money from its sale last year.

Pabst wrote in a statement that it had not been contacted by Snoop Dogg or his representatives about the proceeds and cited the company's new management.

'We are investigating the matter and would be happy to talk to Snoop or his representatives to try to get to the bottom of this,' the statement said.

The lawsuit states Pabst told the rapper that the sale didn't trigger the clause entitling him to sale proceeds.

The deal to sell Pabst to Kashper and San Francisco-based TSG Consumer Partners LLC was finalized in November.

No purchase price was announced, but the lawsuit filed by the rapper's attorney, Alex Weingarten, states Pabst was reportedly sold for $700 million. It is unclear how much of the sale price was for the Colt 45 line of beers.