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US election polls and odds tracker: Latest results forecast as race for President reaches final few hours

Administrator — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 14:19:01 GMT

US election polls and odds tracker: Latest results forecast as race for President reaches final few hours By Ashley Kirk ; Patrick Scott and Charlotte Krol ( US) 8 NOVEMBER 2016 • 13:01PM With just hours to go before America goes to the polls to elect its 45th President, the race between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton remains as close. The investigations into Clinton's use of a private email server have now been concluded with no charges to be brought against the Democrat candidate. But the relevations last weekend have already done enough to give Trump momentum into the final week. Based on polling data from RealClearPolitics , we have the latest state-by-state predictions and an estimate of the overall electoral college vote. Voting split prediction Number of electoral college votes Last updated 08:14 270 to win Toss-up 168 Safe Leaning Leaning Safe 168 Democrat Total: 206 38 155 Republican Total: 164 The news that the FBI had reopened its investigation into Hillary Clinton's use of a private server last weekend handed Donald Trump an unexpected boost ahead of the vote. The FBI obtained a warrant to begin searching newly discovered emails belonging to Huma Abedin , a top aide of Hillary Clinton, with Clinton's use of emails also in the spotlight. It seemed likely that Clinton would have to finish the campaign with unspecified allegations hanging over her . But she still retained the lead, according to polling figures, despite it having been narrowed to within a couple of percentage points. Yesterday, however, the FBI cleared Clinton of any criminal wrongdoing , something she will hope will see more voters swing her way in the polling booths. Clinton has been ahead almost continuously in the Telegraph's poll of polls, which takes an average of the last five polls published on RealClearPolitics .

These are the last words of Lt Col Ali before he was killed

Administrator — Mon, 07 Nov 2016 19:11:18 GMT

Fresh revelations have emerged on the last words of Lt. Col. Muhammad Abu Ali to his soldiers before he was killed by Boko Haram insurgents. Col. Abu Ali, who was the Commanding Officer, 272 Task Force Battalion at Mallam Fatori in Northern Borno, was killed in an ambush by Boko Haram terrorists, alongside four other soldiers on Friday, November 4. Ali, a recipient of the Chief of Army Staff Award for exceptional bravery and excellence, led the army units that recovered Gamboru- Ngala, Baga and several communities from the terrorists. Ali’s death affected one of his soldiers Ayo Adebayo, who took to twitter to reveal the commander’s last words. Learn his last words tweeted below by a close friend:

"His last word to us•• Pray, stay Alert and Stay Alive• if someone must Die let it be me•• never knew u saw it coming 7:46 AM - 6 Nov 2016"

Africa's wealthiest woman transferred N500m to former first lady

Administrator — Sun, 06 Nov 2016 20:19:12 GMT

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have accused Forbes’ African wealthiest woman of transferring N500 million to Nigeria’s former first lady – The commission said Bola Shagaya has been under investigation for six months now – The EFCC has also frozen a unity bank account belonging to Shagaya with N500 million balance.

Africa’s wealthiest woman Bola Shagaya

Details have emerged how Forbes’ wealthiest African woman Bola Shagaya made suspicious bank transaction to accounts belonging to former Nigeria’s first lady Patience Jonathan. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said Shagaya, a Nigerian business woman has been under the commission’s investigation for about six month. The commission has also frozen one of Shagaya’s bank account. Punch reports that the commission began investigating the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Bolmus Group International – a diversified Nigerian conglomerate with interests in oil, real estate, banking, communications and photography – due to her links with Patience. Shagaya’s account with unity bank which had a balance of N500 million was frozen by the commission.

A source within the commission said: “When we were investigating Patience and looking into her accounts, we discovered that Bola Shagaya had been making huge and regular payments into her (Patience’s) bank account.” “We then discovered that the monies were kickbacks. The Ministry of Trade and Investment gave suspicious commission to Shagaya’s company on every crude oil sent abroad. The commission was put in an account for Bola Shagaya. The money will then go to Patience’s account. So we started investigating her. “We were able to trace the N500m to her account at Unity Bank. So, we placed a ‘No Debit Order’ on the account,” the source said.

The source also said when Shagaya realized that her account had been frozen, she rushed down to the bank and tried to use her position as a board member of the bank to lift the ristrictions. “When she heard about the restriction, she ran down to the bank to stop the order from being carried out. We then called the bank to let them know that doing such would amount to a criminal conspiracy. At that point, she had no choice,” the source said. However, reacting the reports, the business woman said she cared less about such reports. She said: “Please, don’t call this number. I am sleeping. Write anything you want to write.” Meanwhile, the EFCC had earlier frozen all accounts belonging to the former first lady. However, Patience had also claimed that part of the funds confiscated by the commission belonged to her late mother. She has also accused the commission’s operatives of being thieves and lying against her.

She attaches a toilet paper roll to a mixer and saves tons of time

Administrator — Sun, 06 Nov 2016 00:36:59 GMT

Yarn is one of the most versatile materials for creativity. It’s used for knitting and macrame, as well as for creation of different crafts, jewelry, toys and much more. Historians believe that people mastered yarn knitting back in the 11th century in the Middle East. Later, this activity spread to Europe and America. Since then, knitting has become a hobby of millions of people around the world.

Everyone knows how tedious it is to wind up yarn balls in rolls. It takes a lot of free time and requires a helper. However, it turns out that yarn can be winded up single-handed. To do this, you need an electric mixer, a toilet paper roll, scissors and yarn itself. It’s borderline genius! Check it by watching the video. It’s just brilliant and doesn’t require any fancy equipment.

4 players that Jose Mourinho need to sell at Man Utd

Administrator — Sun, 06 Nov 2016 00:26:32 GMT

Manchester United are not getting results and some players are showing they are not up to the standard of the club. The recent 2 – 1 loss to Fenerbache in the Europa League sent the club to lower depth and fans have begun to show their frustration at the players and even manager Jose Mourinho. We are not saying these players arre past their prime but they just need to be sold because they earn big wages and they show little on the pith that they deserve it.

1. Memphis Depay Has been a very expensive flop since his arrival from PSV in the summer of 2015. Reports say he could be sold in January with AC Milan, PSV and AS Roma targeting moves. Memphis Depay has been a huge disappointment at Man Utd 2. Morgan Schneiderlin He has made just two starts since the beginning of the season and it is baffling to still see him at the club. He would interest many Premier League clubs who remember his performances at Southampton. AC Milan, Everton are interested in his services. Morgan Schneiderlin

3. Wayne Rooney For the last four years, Rooney has looked past his prime. How he remains an England international and captain (though he is only 31) is baffling. A move to China has been discussed. He earns too much and contributes very little despite his latest goal against Fenerbache. Hs exit could free up space for Henrik Mhkitaryan in the squad. Rooney

4. Bastian Schweinsteiger He might have returned to training with the first team but he needs to leave as Jose Mourinho does not seem to trust him. He need to salvage his career and a move to the MLS has been discussed. Bastian Schweinsteiger injured

Throwback: See wedding that shut down Abuja for a week

Administrator — Sun, 06 Nov 2016 00:17:30 GMT

– Zara and Faisal are children of prominent men in Nigerian society and they tied the knot in July – It was one of the grandest weddings ever witnessed in Nigeria as it lasted a whole week – The video of the wedding shows there’s too much money Zara is the granddaughter of Shehu Shagari who served as the second President of Nigeria in the second republic (1979 – 1983), after the handover of power by General Olusegun Obasanjo’s military government.

Faisal is the son of a senator, Audu Idris Umar who was elected Senator for the Gombe Central constituency of Gombe state in 2009.

The two found love and did a major celebration that lasted a week in front of family and friends. The beautiful couple sure know how to turn of for an event as they both looked flawless all week long of their wedding. When you talk about weddings that shut down the city of Abuja, mention Zara and Faisal’s wedding.

FIFA reveals 2016 Men's Player of the Year nominees

Administrator — Sun, 06 Nov 2016 00:09:13 GMT

– Premier League trio Riyad Mahrez, Jamie Vardy and Dimitri Payet have been nominated – Juventus captain Gianluigi Buffon is the only player nominated from the Italian Serie

A – The award is based on fan voting, voting by national team captains and 200 media representatives FIFA has released a shortlist of 23 candidates drawn up by experts from the FIFA Football Committee that will vie for the Player of the Year award. The award’s are separate from the Ballon D’or after FIFA and France football announced a split. Nominees for the Men’s playe

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Voting for player and coach of the year in 2016, in both men’s and women’s football, starts today and closes on 22 November. Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are the front runners for the award with Neymar, Luis Suarez, Robert Lewandowski, Antoine Griezmann and Gareth Bale having outside chances.

You are all cowards - MASSOB lambasts Igbo leaders

Administrator — Sun, 06 Nov 2016 00:00:34 GMT

– MASSOB leader, Uchenna Madu has faulted Igbo leaders for being unable to defend the cause of the Ndigbo – He said the leaders did not have the good leadership qualities like the late Ojukwu – Madu said the group would soon embark on an internal revolution, starting with all Igbo leaders The Movement for the Actualization of Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB) has described Igbo leaders as cowards who are unable to defend the cause of the Ndigbo. The leader of the group, Uchenna Madu, blamed the leaders for the current deplorable plight of Igbo people, The Punch reports.

The Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB)

He said this on Friday, November 4, at the national headquarters of MASSOB in Okwe, Onuimo local government area of Imo state during the 83rd posthumous birthday celebration of the Biafran warlord, Dim Chukwuemeka Ojukwu. According to him, the Igbo leaders lacked good leadership qualities like the late Ojukwu. Madu said: “Ndigbo have committed more harmful, dangerous and sacrilegious crimes against Igboland with their nonchalant attitude and selfishness against our ancestors. “Ndigbo have abandoned the legacies and visions of Dim Chukwuemeka Odimegwu, even his image, personality and name are no longer respected or regarded in the political, economical, social, traditional and religious lives of Ndigbo. Ojukwu and our ancestors are not happy with Ndigbo .” He stated that MASSOB would soon embark on an internal revolution in the south east, starting with all Igbo leaders.

Madu maintained that successive governments in Nigeria had sternly marginalized Ndigbo. The MASSOB leader therefore, called on all Igbo leaders to work towards the advancement of the south east’s political, traditional, religious and economical emancipation from Nigeria’s anti Igbo policies of subjection.

Lionel Messi's soccer ball shaped house is stunning

Administrator — Sat, 05 Nov 2016 23:51:52 GMT

With help of architect Luis Garrido, Lionel Messi designed a soccer ball house called the One- Zero Eco House in which he currently lives. According to reports, the cost of designing and building the house is estimated to be a whopping 7 million euros, but for a player whose net worth is 230 million euros, that should not be much of a problem. Messi’s house which is located 22 miles outside Barcelona in the Castelldefels area. Its is bulit on a plot shaped like a football field. The white bricks resemble the layers of the football. From the top, the house looks like a pitch of two halves. The plot is approximately 35km in size and is divided into 2 halves exactly like a football pitch.

One-half contains the oversized swimming pool while the other boasts the plush lawn with the soccer ball-shaped house bang in the middle. The left half containing the entrance, when viewed from above, looks like the number 1 and when viewed together with the central main house spells out his jersey number 10.

Watch: Top 5 goals of the week

Administrator — Sat, 05 Nov 2016 23:38:33 GMT

This past week saw some of the best goals scored so far in 2016 with social media agog in praise for wonder strikes by the likes of Moussa Sow and Mesut Ozil.

Ozil scores his winner against Ludogorets. CLICK TO WATCH!

Our top five goals of this past week include strikes with the aforementioned duo against Manchester United and Ludogorets respectively, Gareth Bale’s stunner against Legia Warsaw, Wayne Rooney’s stunner against Fenerbache and a Kevin De Bruyne strike against Barcelona. Take a look at the top five goals of the week scored in the UEFA Champions and Europa League.