BIAFRA NEWS: Arsenal player ratings vs Brighton: Nicolas Pepe at the double

 

Arsenal beat Brighton 2-0 in the Premier League on Sunday on the final day of the 2020/21 season, courtesy of two fine goals from Nicolas Pepe.

Mikel Arteta opted to make two changes from the midweek victory over Crystal Palace with Bukayo Saka and Mohamed Elneny dropping out in place of Martin Odegaard and Granit Xhaka.

With 10,000 fans in attendance the players received a wonderful warm welcome, a sight for sore eyes with the lack of supporters having taken its toll on football as a spectacle.

Those there witnessed Arsenal dominate the opening 45 minutes against the Seagulls. Graham Potter’s side were a threat on the break but the hosts had them pinned back for large spells, playing some neat football on the edge of the box.

Arsenal beat Brighton 2-0 in the Premier League on Sunday on the final day of the 2020/21 season, courtesy of two fine goals from Nicolas Pepe.

Mikel Arteta opted to make two changes from the midweek victory over Crystal Palace with Bukayo Saka and Mohamed Elneny dropping out in place of Martin Odegaard and Granit Xhaka.

With 10,000 fans in attendance the players received a wonderful warm welcome, a sight for sore eyes with the lack of supporters having taken its toll on football as a spectacle.

Those there witnessed Arsenal dominate the opening 45 minutes against the Seagulls. Graham Potter’s side were a threat on the break but the hosts had them pinned back for large spells, playing some neat football on the edge of the box.

 

The goal did come shortly after the break as Nicolas Pepe controlled Calum Chambers’ fizzed ball into the box before slamming through Sanchez.

Another followed with half an hour left as the excellent Martin Odegaard found the Ivorian once more, who danced into the box and slotted a delightful effort through Lewis Dunk’s legs and into the bottom corner. An almost carbon copy of his effort against Sheffield United.

It was total control from Mikel Arteta’s side from thereon in with Partey also smashing the crossbar, while results elsewhere ensured there would be no Europa Conference League and, sadly, no St. Totteringham’s Day.

Arsenal Goalkeeper & Defenders Ratings

Bernd Leno (GK) – 7/10 – Had nothing to do and that he did, he did well.

Calum Chambers (RB) – 7/10 – Supported Pepe well down the right and chipped in with a few delicious crosses, but it was his decision to play infield more which was pleasing. Odegaard picked up great positions and Chambers made sure to find him with better diversity in his distribution.

Rob Holding (CB) – 8/10 – Made and exceptional block in the first half and generally dealt with what Brighton threw at Arsenal comfortably.

Gabriel (CB) – 7/10 – His pace was vital with Arsenal looking to play in the Brighton half. Tracked back well and covered the threat of Mac Allister and Trossard well. Strong in the air as ever.

Kieran Tierney (LB) – 7/10 – A fully fit Tierney is invaluable to this team. Such intelligence every third and has the best deliveries of anyone in the side. Another all-round solid outing for the Scot.

BIAFRA NEWS: Manchester United player ratings vs Wolves Donny van de Beek and Anthony Elanga excellent

 

Manchester United player ratings vs Wolves: Donny van de Beek and Anthony Elanga excellent

Dean Henderson

Had very little to do and was unfortunate with the goal. Can take credit for organising the defence well and was calm in possession when the ball came to him. 7

Brandon Williams

A couple of sloppy touches early on but he really settled into the game and relished the battle defensively. Unlucky not to score with late chance in the first half. 7

Eric Bailly

Best performance since signing his new contract. Wolves didn't have much of a physical presence in attack but Bailly was solid as the pressure mounted. 7

Axel Tuanzebe

Lost Fabio Silva for Wolves' equaliser, with the forward finding space to run down the channel. Other than that another solid performance and in the frame for a start on Wednesday. 7

BIAFRA NEWS: Wolves 1 United 2 , Manchester United rounded off the Premier League season with a 2-1 away win over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Sunday, as we saw debuts for Hannibal and Will Fish.

 

Manchester United rounded off the Premier League season with a 2-1 away win over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Sunday, as we saw debuts for Hannibal and Will Fish.

In the final league game of the campaign, the Reds made the journey to Molineux to end the domestic season in style.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s much-changed team, with the Europa League final in mind, stunned the home side early on. Anthony Elanga’s bullet header put United ahead in the Black Country. Nelson Semedo then sent the home fans wild with an equaliser, six minutes prior to half-time, before Juan Mata scored a penalty in first-half stoppage time to regain the lead.

In the second half, Wolves fought for an equaliser but could not find a way past a solid Reds defence, meaning United ran out 2-1 winners.

Here are the main talking points from the Premier League season finale…

 

 

FINAL DAY

Sunday was the last match day of the Premier League season. We already knew ahead of kick-off at Molineux that United would finish second in the league. Elsewhere, it was a tight battle for the remaining Champions League spots, with Liverpool and Chelsea claiming them ahead of Leicester City, who remained in fifth after a 4-2 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur on the final day. Hence, Chelsea qualified despite a 2-1 loss at Aston Villa.

Ole’s men finish the season with 74 points, having won 21 matches, drawn 11 and only lost six - the joint-fewest in the league. The Reds have a tendency to avoid defeat away from home on the final day of the season, and did so again at Molineux. This was our eighth in in our last 11 away games on the final day of the season, with the remaining three ending all square.

UNBEATEN AWAY

Talking about away days, with the win, United finished the league season unbeaten away from home. A full season without defeat away from home has only been managed by Preston North End (1888/89) and Arsenal (2001/02 and 2003/04) in the English top-flight previously.

With our final-day win, our away statistic reads 12 wins and seven draws. We love an away day!

BIAFRA NEWS: Army Chief General Attahiru’s possible successors emerge

 

The search for a successor to the late Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt. General Ibrahim Attahiru, has commenced. THE RESTORATION OF BIAFRA NATION

Attahiru and other military officers died in a plane crash Friday evening, near the Kaduna airport, while on official trip. They were buried on Saturday.

Among the deceased were the Chief of Military Intelligence, Brig-Gen. Kuliya, and Provost Marshall, Brig-Gen. Olayinka.

There are speculations that Major General Danjuma Ali-Keffi, General Officer Commanding (GOC) 1 Division of Nigerian Army, Kaduna, may become the COAS.

But Ali-Keffi, a Nasarawa indigene, is not among the most senior Army officers. There are more than 30 Major Generals above him.

At a time Nigeria is at war with terrorists and bandits, President Muhammadu Buhari is not expected to allow dozens of Generals to retire in one fell swoop.

A top military officer told PRNigeria that several factors are considered for the appointment of service chiefs beyond seniority. Nigeria Army Chief General Attahiru’s possible successors emerge

“The President has the discretion to appoint anyone he wishes, or probably a nomination from the Minister of Defence. Apart from seniority, officers considered must be grounded in military operations and intelligence”, he said.

Other officers being appraised

The Chief of Policy and Plan, Major General Ben Ahanotu of Regular Course 35 from Anambra State. He was the commander of the operation that captured Boko Haram founder, Mohammed Yusuf and his followers at their hideout in Maiduguri in 2009 before handing them over to the Police.

Major General AM Aliyu of Regular Course 36 from Gombe State is another operation officer. He is the Chief of Administration and former Director Foreign Liaison at the Defence Intelligence Agency. He was responsible for processing intelligence for military operations.

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Major General Ibrahim Manu Yusuf of Regular Course 37 from Yobe State. He is Chief of Operation and former Force Commander Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF). Yusuf, formerly of the Theatre Commander of Operation Lafiya Dole, lectured at the Nigerian Defence College (NDC), Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), and Nigerian Army Peacekeeping Centre (NAPKC), Jaji.

Major General Faruk Yahaya of Regular Course 37 from Zamfara State. He is the current Theatre Commander Operation in the North-East and former General Officer Commanding Officer, 1 Division.

BIAFRA NEWS: Dr Okezie Ikpeazu has mourned the death of the Director-General of the Infrastructure Concession and Regulatory Commission (ICRC)

 

Abia State Governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu has mourned the death of the Director-General of the Infrastructure Concession and Regulatory Commission (ICRC) at the Presidency, Engr. Chidi Izuwah.

The remains of Late Izuwah was laid to rest at his home, Umuotiri Amaede, Ovungwu in Isialangwa South Local Government Area of Abia State during the weekend.  THE RESTORATION OF BIAFRA NATION

In his tribute during the funeral of the deceased conducted by the St Patrick’s Catholic Church, Umuotiri, Governor Ikpeazu described the deceased as a worthy Ambassador of Abia State at the federal government.

He regretted that the state has lost a gem that would be difficult to replace, noting that the late Izuwah never forgot his roots and saw his position as a platform to further the cause of Abia State.

The Abia Governor said Izuwa’s life, though short was full of achievements.

He enjoined the bereaved family to sustain his legacies. Late DG, ICRC, Chidi Izuwah laid to rest, Ikpeazu, Presidency mourns

Ikpeazu recalled the African Investment Forum in South Africa in 2019, where the late Izuwah, who was a part of the Federal Government delegation, took time to speak extensively to international investors on the Enyimba Economic City Project, thereby making his assignment at the forum easy.

The State Chief Executive noted that the deceased built tremendous goodwill which will outlive him.

Speaking during the funeral service, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr Boss Mustafa represented by Dr David Eze, described the late Izuwah as a good man and a cerebral administrator whose contributions to the nation are immeasurable. THE RESTORATION OF BIAFRA NATION

He added that Late Engr Chidi Izuwah sacrificed immensely to the service of the nation.

Earlier in his sermon, the Rev Fr. Christian Ikpeamaeze said those who died in Christ will rise again and enjoined the living to be prepared for eternity. Late DG, ICRC, Chidi Izuwah laid to rest, Ikpeazu, Presidency mourns

Late Chidi Kennedy Izuwah, died at the age of 56 leaving behind his wife and children.

BIAFRA NEWS: Ghanaian Actress, Nadia Buari has appealed to young ladies to stop dating ‘Sugar daddies

 

Ghanaian Actress, Nadia Buari has appealed to young ladies to stop dating ‘Sugar daddies’ who end up destroying their future just to satisfy their sexual urge. Sugar daddies will give you gifts, diseases and curses –Actress, Nadia Buari advises young ladies

The actress, who is a mother of twin girls, gave this advice via her Facebook page @Nadia buari

According to the actress, these sugar daddies will just bless you with gifts, diseases and curses.

She wrote, “Forget about these old men called sponsors, and build a future with that brilliant determined young man who is after you.

“He might be poor today but he won’t be poor forever

“Build wealth with your own man. THE RESTORATION OF BIAFRA NATION

“Don’t die over material things, sponsors will bless you with gifts, diseases and curses.

“Better things are yet to come.

“Some died of AIDS just because of Iphone 4; little did they know that we will have Iphone7.”

On her thought on the recent lewd acts ladies engage in just for material things, the actress added: “Sponsors will waste your youthful years and you will miss the chance of getting married to a man that will make you a Mrs.

“It’s very true there will be more to life, to the wise ladies, think about this piece.”

BIAFRA NEWS: Chikere took to his Instagram account to share a cryptic post amid rumors that their marriage had crashed.

 

There have been reports making the rounds on the internet that the couple who walked down the aisle in 2014 were having marital crisis.  Movie producer,Tchidi Chikere, wife, Nuella Njubigbo allegedly end marriageIt was also observed that they’ve unfollowed each other on Instagram.

Following the development, the duo in a video posted via their Instagram accounts debunked claims of their marriage crashing.  THE RESTORATION OF BIAFRA NATION

However weeks after they debunked the claim in a video they shared, Nuella has now removed Tchidi’s surname “Chikere” from her Instagram bio.

Her Instagram bio which also read “mother and wife” before now, has now been changed to “Award winning filmmaker, mum, CEO”.

Also, Chikere took to his Instagram account to share a cryptic post amid rumors that their marriage had crashed.

“Pain will leave you once it’s done teaching you. His grace has brought me this far, He is still with me,” he wrote.

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