Chelsea star says he is honoured to win Player of the Year at NFF Awards, FIFA congratulate him

Moses was the biggest winner of the NFF Awards ceremony which on Monday.

Chelsea star Victor Moses has revealed that he is honoured to be named Player of the Year at the NFF Awards and has been congratulated by world football governing body, FIFA.

Moses was the biggest winner of the NFF Awards ceremony which on Monday, February 19 at the Eko Hotels and Suites.
The 27-year-old beat compatriots Wilfred Ndidi of Leicester City and Lobi Stars striker Anthony Okpotu to win the Player of the Year award.
With an important Champions League tie for Chelsea against Barcelona a day after the awards, Moses couldn’t make it the ceremony.
He, however, took out time from training to record a video of his acknowledgement. 
“Hi everyone, it’s Victor Moses here,” the Chelsea wingback says in a video shared on the social media accounts of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).
“Thanks for making me Nigerian Player of the Year and thanks to NFF for this award.
“I really appreciate it and it's an honour for me to really win an award like this for Nigeria.
“And also most importantly thanks to all the fans that have supported me and been there for me right from day one. Thank you all and God bless.”
Moses wins the award on the back of winning the 2017 Premier League title with Chelsea. He was an influential part of Antonio Conte’s team that won the title with 22 consecutive league starts, 28 starts and 33 league appearances in total.
He is the Nigerian player with the most Premier League appearances for a title-winning team ever.
The Super Eagles star also played a pivotal part in Nigeria’s successful 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign. Nigeria qualified from a tough group with one game to play.
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Ice Prince, Seyi Law, others receive Peace Achievers Awards

Popular Hip-hop singer Ice Prince and a veteran comedian Seyi Law, have been honoured with the “Peace Achievers Awards” by the Peace Ambassador Agency , an organisation that promotes national peace.
The duo received the awards at the 6th anniversary of the annual Miss Peace Achievers Awards held on Sunday in Abuja.
The Plateau state born artiste received the “Musician of the Year /Peace Builder”award, while Seyi Law got the “Comedian of the Year/Peace Builder”award.
Other celebrities that were honoured at the event include fast- rising Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels and singer Praize.
According to Mr Kinsley Amafibe, the Project Director of the organisation, the artistes are recognised for contributing to the growth of the Nigerian entertainment industry which has empowered many youths, thereby promoting peaceful coexistence.
He added that some of the recipients had also been involved in humanitarian gestures over the years, which had promoted social peace and harmony, which was in consonance with the objectives of the organisation.
“These veterans have contributed a lot in building social harmony and peaceful coexistence in Nigeria, using the entertainment industry.
“They entertain and bring happiness to Nigerians, which are crucial keys to peace, in spite of tribal and religious differences.”
In his remark, Ice Prince expressed delight that the award was an indication that the society was interested in what celebrities do.
He, therefore, pledged his continuous commitment towards growing the entertainment industry.
“I hope to strive to continue to put in my best both as a professional and a patriotic citizen of this great nation,’’ he said.
The 2017 edition of the prestigious awards cuts across over 20 categories with recipients picked from various field of human endeavours.
Other recipients of the Peace Achievers awards include the Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen Tukur Buratai ,who was honoured with the ‘Award for Excellence in Peacekeeping” and the Minister of State for Petroleum, Dr Ibe Kachikwu.
Mr Kenneth Emejuru was honoured with the a ‘Young Entrepreneur of the Year’,and the Chairmanof the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Mr Tunde Fowler was also honoured.
Amb. Louis LuLu Mnguni, The South African High Commissioner to Nigeria, also received the Peace Builder awards, and Raymond Dokpesi of DAAR Communication got the “The Peace Builder of the Year Award.
NAN reports that the Peace Achievers Award is a flagship initiative of the Peace Ambassador Agency.
The organisation promotes tolerance and peaceful coexistence by organizing beauty pageants, peace education and campaigns.
Its peace education campaign, which is targeted mainly at the youths, trains and empowers students of higher institutions and other youth communities, irrespective of their religious and cultural backgrounds.(NAN)
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Wakanda Fever’

The week, however, ended on a more cheery note in the movie industry with Marvel’s Black Panther hitting Nigerian cinemas, just in time for the Valentines celebration.
Celebrities, movie lovers and supporters of the “black movement” applauded all those whose efforts contributed to making the movie a success and the hashtag #Wakandaforever quickly became a thing.
Channels Television’s Entertainment News caught up with Nigerian Singer and Actor, Ayoola Ayobami at the Lagos screening of the movie on February 13 and he shared his thoughts on the movie, including the fact that he wished he was also a part of the cast.“I envy everyone who has been a part of this project, it’s a healthy envy though (he laughed). For the rest of their lives, this goes on, on their resume that “I was part of the team that brought African Superheroes to the forefront”.
“I wish I was part of it but I’m sure there are other histories that we can be part of,” he said. 
The highly anticipated movie which tells the tales of an African country from the perspective of affluence, light age development and technology was welcomed with unconditional approval.
More exciting for some fans was the fact that Nigerian actors Sope Akuko (Female) and, Femi Olagoke (Male) and others were among the cast.
The movie which has been described as the world’s biggest black superhero film, also came in time for the celebration of the Black History Month and many are optimistic that things can only get better from here, as blacks work towards reaching more milestones.
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Zamfara Massacre

While Nigerians have built a reputation of being able to see the ray of hope in every situation by making light of it, one issue that has remained a source of increased pain is the mass massacre of citizens by Fulani herdsmen, a menace that some say is fast growing into full-blown terrorism.
From the start of the year, it has been from one attack to the other and many families have been thrown into mourning, with the most recent case being that of Zamfara state in which at least 18 residents were killed.
Nigerians including Governor Ibrahim Dankwambo of Gombe State and Senator Shehu Sani in the wake of the attack took to their Twitter handle to lament the spate of killings in various parts of the country birthing a trend #ZamfaraMassacre.
In reaction to the killings, President Muhammadu Buhari directed the Minister of Defence, Brigadier-General Mansur Dan Ali (Rtd), to proceed immediately to the state to undertake an on-the-spot assessment of the situation and report back.
He also ordered the security agencies to immediately mobilise and deploy their members to the vulnerable areas of the state, and ensure that the perpetrators are brought to face the full wrath of the law.
The opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has, however, continued to throw criticisms at the leadership of the APC even as the 2019 elections draw closer.
In a statement issued on Saturday by its National Publicity Secretary Kola Ologbondiyan, the PDP once again accused the Federal Government of failing to live up to the responsibility of securing the lives of the people.
This also comes amidst agitations over the anti-open grazing law and the Federal Government’s proposed plan to establish colonies in different parts of the country to prevent cattle from straying.
Some have blamed the rising massacre on the implementation of the anti-open grazing law but on the other hand, the Federal Government’s proposed policy of establishing grazing locations to curb the menace; (what some have termed as colonies), has received major criticism.
While the anti-open grazing law remains enforced in some states like Ekiti and Benue, the common hope of many Nigerians is that whatever decision the Federal Government eventually comes to, is one that is able to bring a stop to the mass killings.
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Governor Okorocha And The Statues

Another topic that caught the interest of many was the statue of former South African President Jacob Zuma, which remains boldly erected in Imo state, despite his ‘bowing out’ of office in the course of the week.
The Imo state Governor, Rochas Okorocha had unveiled Zuma’s statue in October 2017 – One of the several gigantic structures erected by the state government in honour of renowned African leaders and other distinguished individuals.
The development was, however, received with much criticism, especially from Imo residents some of whom claimed that the government was yet to pay workers’ salaries but was rather giving priority to “less important matters”.
With Zuma announcing his immediate resignation on Wednesday after the ruling ANC party threatened to eject him from office via a parliamentary vote of no confidence, more criticisms trailed the erection of his statue in Imo state.
The frustration of many was based mainly on the fact that the former President, whose reputation has been stained by years-long allegations of graft, was, however, being “celebrated” in Nigeria as seen in the honorary gesture of Governor Okorocha.
Some aggrieved Nigerians did not hesitate to take a swipe at the governor via Twitter with some rather hilarious comments
Days after South Africa’s, Jacob Zuma resigned as president, Nigerians have called out the Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha, over a statue of the former president erected in the state.
Okorocha had unveiled Zuma’s statue in October 2017 – One of the several gigantic structures erected by the state government in honour of renowned African leaders and other distinguished individuals.
The development was, however, received with much criticism, especially from Imo residents some of whom claimed that the government was yet to pay workers’ salaries. 
With Zuma announcing his immediate resignation on Wednesday after the ruling ANC party threatened to eject him from office via a parliamentary vote of no confidence, more criticisms trailed the erection of his statue in Imo state.
The frustration of many has been based mainly on the fact that the former President, whose reputation has been stained by years-long allegations of graft, was, however, being “celebrated” in Nigeria as seen in the honorary gesture of Governor Okorocha.
Some aggrieved Nigerians did not hesitate to take a swipe at the governor via Twitter. See some of the comments below.
Despite the backlash from social media users, President Muhammadu Buhari as well as some other top government officials, believe he had leadership qualities that were worthy of note and have wished Mr Zuma well in his endeavours.
In a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mr Garba Shehu, President Buhari said: “The Nigerian leader salutes the leadership and statesmanship of former President Jacob Zuma, and wishes him the best in his future endeavor.
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Week In Review: More Sorrows, Controversial Reinstatement And The ‘Money-Swallowing-Snake’

It was a rather interesting week for Nigerians with several events stirring conversations from politics down to the entertainment scene.
The Mysterious Snake
Launching the week, was the news of a missing sum of N36 million (in cash) from the office of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in Makurdi, the Benue state capital.
However, the dramatic twist to the story came when an account’s clerk in the office who was being questioned over the missing cash, could not account for it and rather blamed its disappearance on a “mysterious snake”.
She said her housemaid and a fellow employee had confessed to using the snake to ‘spiritually’ steal the monies she kept in an office vault – a story many Nigerians found not only ridiculous but hilarious.
Before now, JAMB candidates purchased scratch cards from JAMB state offices and other designated centres, to gain access to the Board’s website for either registration or to check their admission status but reforms were introduced by JAMB registrar Ishaq Oloyede when he assumed office in 2016.
He ended the use of scratch cards, replacing it with more efficient and effective platforms.
In reaction to the news, however, JAMB described the case as that of pure criminality and fraud on the part of the staff and promised to get to the bottom of it.
Ever since, social media went agog even as a handle was created for the ‘mysterious snake’ and a lot of hilarious comments have trailed the matter while everyone waits to see how it will be resolved.
After the news broke on Saturday, February 10, the social media started buzzing as many Nigerians expressed shock at the news, making hilarious comments.
An account’s clerk in the office is currently answering audit queries concerning the missing money. She said her housemaid and a fellow employee had confessed to using a snake to ‘spiritually’ stealing the monies she kept in an office vault.
Before now, JAMB candidates purchased scratch cards from JAMB state offices and other designated centres, to gain access to the Board’s website for either registration or to check their admission status but reforms were introduced by JAMB registrar Ishaq Oloyede when he assumed office in 2016.
He ended the use of scratch cards, replacing it with more efficient and effective platforms.
The board has however reacted to the report. Oloyede, JAMB Boss on Monday said that the case was that of pure criminality and fraud on the part of one of its staff.
Nigerians on social media have, however, reacted to the news with many hilarious comments. Among the reactions is that of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The anti-corruption agency using its official Twitter handle @officialEFCC said, “The Eagle shows no mercy for money-swallowing snake(s).
A twitter account @Nigeriasnake has since been opened for the ‘mysterious snake’ with a hilarious bio which reads “I am the snake that ate N36 million from Jamb office. I will not vomit it.”
See the reactions below…


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Wike, Dickson, Others Attend PDP Committee Meeting In Rivers

Members of the People Democratic Party National Working Committee are holding a south-south zonal executive meeting in Port Harcourt, the Rivers state capital.
The meeting which was held on Monday is to deliberate on matters concerning the party and the positions on some national issues.
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