Ahmed Musa

February 17, 2022

Ahmed Musa’s gesture towards Kingsley Obiekwu highlights important issues

You could almost lose count if you said you wanted to list Nigerians who should be living their best lives, having ‘paid their dues’. Many times, the stories of these individuals are read again years after we all forgot they even existed. Or….how many names do we remember from Nigerians who went home with medals... Read More

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Ex with Benefit: Ahmed Musa rejoins Kano Pillars | #TheYNaijaCover

28-year-old Captain of the Super Eagles, Ahmed Musa, is in the news again and this time for a largely good reason. Although controversial, many Nigerians have hailed the decision by the former CSKA Moscow and Leicester City forward to rejoin his boyhood club, Kano Pillars, until the end of the 2020-21 Nigerian Professional League Season in... Read More

Cover Stories, Satire

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SARS

Ex-SARS operative denied asylum in Canada, Kano establishes 3 Almajiri Schools | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Ex-SARS operative denied asylum in Canada A federal court in Ottawa, Canada’s capital, has refused to grant asylum to Olushola Wazzi Popoola, a former operative of the now-defunct police unit, The Special Anti-robbery Squad (SARS) – The Cable... Read More

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Bello: ‘Repentant Bandits are collecting money for weapons’ | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Bello: ‘Repentant Bandits are collecting money for weapons’ Niger Governor, Abubakar Bello, has stated that repentant bandits are disguising to collect money for weapons and his administration will not offer any cash to repentant bandits – The Cable... Read More

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Soldier commits suicide in Bauchi, Army declares 12 officers, 89 soldiers wanted for fleeing warfront | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Soldier commits suicide in Bauchi A soldier with the Nigerian army school of armour in Bauchi has claimed his life according to a military source – The Cable reports According to the military source, the soldier, identified as... Read More

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January 14, 2019

DAAR Communications Plc recognises key industry players at 3rd DAAR Awards

And in a run up to the presidential elections: Atiku goes head to head against President Buhari and Aliko Dangote for Man of the Year. DAAR Communications Plc, an independent privately-owned broadcasting organization in Nigeria sets to recognize notable Nigerians who have pioneered excellence in their various industries for the calendar year of 2018. The... Read More

YNaija2018Review

January 2, 2019

#YNaija2018Review: Ahmed Musa’s World Cup goals, #NotTooYoungToRun….10 moments that made us proud

Because every cloud has a silver lining. Seun Kuti nominated for Grammys Black Times, the latest album from Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti is nominated in the Best World Music Album category for the 61st Grammy Awards. Kuti and his Egypt 80 band join sibling Femi- a multiple Grammy nominee- as well as King Sunny Ade... Read More

Editor's Pick, Featured

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December 14, 2018

Mr Eazi, Yemi Alade, Timi Dakolo, Kenny Blaq, Teni the Entertainer, Ric Hassani to perform at The Future Awards Africa this Sunday

Popular artistes Mr Eazi, Yemi Alade, Timi Dakolo, Teni the Entertainer, Ric Hassani and comedian Kenny Blaq are set to perform this Sunday, 16 December, 2018 at the 13th edition of The Future Awards Africa taking place at The Balmoral, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. With 100 nominees selected by the Central Working Committee... Read More

December 2, 2018

#NigeriasNewTribe: Davido, Ahmed Musa, Adesua Etomi, Chinwe Egwin, Samson Itodo, others make The Future Awards Africa 2018 nominees list

The Central Working Committee (CWC) of The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) has announced the nominees for the 13th edition of Africa’s biggest youth awards set to hold on 16 December, 2018 at the Balmoral Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos. With 20 award categories this year, the CWC unveiled one hundred (100) nominees which include artistes,... Read More

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November 18, 2018

Ahmed Musa, Seni Saraki, Evelyn Akhator… see the #YNaijaPowerList2018 for Sports

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the sporting world. From elite athletes to top-flight footballers and sports administrators, these 10 fellows are doing the country proud. Simidele Adeagbo Simidele Adeagbo is Africa’s first... Read More

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November 17, 2018

Today’s Noisemakers: Peter Psquare, Alex Ekubo, Ahmed Musa, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. We make it our job to take down the names of these noisemakers. Here’s our list from today:... Read More

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September 8, 2018

The Late 5: Fayose drops Presidential ambition over ‘rigged’ Ekiti election, Dalung wants State of Emergency declared in 4 states | More stories

These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Ekiti Governor, Ayodele Fayose has dropped out of the race for the presidency in 2019, as a mark of sympathy and concern for his deputy, Prof. Kolapo Olusola-Eleka who lost in the last gubernatorial election in the state. The outgoing chairman of the People’s Democratic Party Governors... Read More

Featured, The News Blog

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Ahmed Musa

How Ahmed Musa became Nigeria’s favorite son

Days after suffering a humiliating defeat against Croatia in their first group game at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, the Super Eagles filed out for the second time around, against European darlings, Iceland. The World Cup debuting Iceland team was freshly confident, following their unexpected draw with the Lionel Messi powered Argentina in... Read More

Featured, The Cutting Floor, Thinking Through

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The Late 5: Minister reveals why FG can’t secure Nigeria’s borders effectively, Super Eagles melts Iceland in dramatic World Cup encounter and other stories

These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Dambazau has revealed that the close family relationship between traditional rulers in Nigeria and the neighbouring countries constitutes a strong hindrance to efforts at securing the country’s porous borders. “You will agree that with the situation where you have half-brothers that have... Read More

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#WorldCup 2018: Magnificent Musa scores twice as Nigeria beats Iceland 2-0

Two brilliant goals from Ahmed Musa ensured Nigeria defeated Iceland 2-0 to give the Super Eagles campaign much needed hope ahead of our last group game against Argentina on Tuesday. Musa opened the scoring in the 49th minute by scoring a screamer in the box from a Victor Moses cross from the right. He added... Read More

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Ahmed Musa marries new wife, Juliet Ejue

Leicester City and Super Eagles player, Ahmed Musa has married a new bride just weeks after allegedly abusing his ex-wife. A video footage of him exchanging vows with his girlfriend, Juliet Ejue has surfaced online. Musa allegedly separated from his first wife, Jamila who has two children for him.

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Ahmed Musa considering legal action over asssault allegations

by Dolapo Adelana Nigerian forward Ahmed Musa is set to take up legal action over reports that he was arrested for beating up his wife on her birthday. Musa who described the reports as “inaccurate” was questioned by Leicestershire police in the early hours of Wednesday morning after they were called to a disturbance at... Read More

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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today

These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. COURT ORDERS EFCC TO UNFREEZE PATIENCE JONATHAN’S $5.9M ACCOUNT A Federal High Court in Lagos on Thursday passed a ruling ordering the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to unfreeze the account of former first lady, Patience Jonathan. The account containing $5.9 million was frozen... Read More

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Ahmed Musa did not assault his wife – NFF

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has said reports that Super Eagles and Leicester city player, Ahmed Musa was arrested for wife battering are false. The president of NFF, Amaju Pinnick noted this via the official twitter handle of the federation. @thenff president @PinnickAmaju says some online reports suggesting our player, Ahmed Musa, @7Myca was involved... Read More

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British Police arrest Ahmed Musa on suspicion of beating his wife

by Dolapo Adelana British Police early Tuesday arrested Nigerian forward Ahmed Musa on suspicion of beating his wife, The Sun Football reports. The Leicester City player was picked up at his home at 1am. According to neighbours the officers spent two hours at Musa’s £850,000 five-bedroom detached property in the city’s Countesthorpe area. Ten hours later, two plain-clothed... Read More

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October 15, 2016

Mikel, Iheanacho, Musa shortlisted for 2016 Glo CAF Awards

The trio of Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi, Kelechi Iheanacho and Ahmed Musa have been shortlisted for the 2016 African player of the year. Other top players to make the shortlist include Algerian Riyad Mahrez and Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. THE FULL LIST African Player of the Year 1. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria & Leicester City) 2.... Read More

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September 24, 2016

$12 billion; N441 million… | The 5 numbers that mattered this week

$12 billion – The amount allegedly smuggled out of Nigeria by telecoms company MTN between 2006 and 2016. This is according to Sen. Dino Melaye. 2 million – The number of people freed by the military from members of the Boko Haram Islamic sect. N441 million – The amount received by Kano Pillars football club following striker, Ahmed Musa’s move... Read More

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September 23, 2016

Kano Pillars to get N441m from Ahmed Musa’s move to Leicester

Nigeria club side, Kano Pillars will be getting N441m from Ahmed Musa’s transfer to Premier League champions, Leicester City. According to African Football, Pillars are to get part of the training compensation from the transfer. Musa signed for Leicester City from CSKA Moscow in a £18million deal in the summer. He played for Kano Pillars... Read More

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Kelechi Iheanacho, Ahmed Musa, Uneku Atawodi… See the #YNaijaPowerList for Sports

The annual #YNaijaPowerList enters its fifth year and we bring you the most influential young Nigerians in sports, under 40 who are doing it for themselves, and for the nation. From a track queen on her way to legendary status, to a fast rising footballer at her prime, to representatives of our footballing future, these... Read More

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Mikel and Musa choose Yobo over Nigeria’s international friendlies

Nigeria captain John Obi Mikel and his deputy, Ahmed Musa will not play in the team’s international friendly matches against Mali and Luxembourg on May 27 and June 1. This is after they have been allowed to attend Joseph Yobo‘s Testimonial at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo which holds on the same day as the match against Mali... Read More

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‘Ifreke Inyang: 5 things we learnt from Nigeria’s match against Uganda

Enyeama gets his 100th cap Lille goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama, finally joined a small, exclusive band of Nigerian players, who have won 100 caps for the country. Well, the other person is Joseph Yobo, who has since retired for international football. From every indication, one expects Enyeama to go on and get more appearances. It was... Read More

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November 19, 2014

‘Ifreke Inyang: 5 things we learnt from Nigeria vs South Africa

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Keshi has to go now This is the most obvious fact, is’t it? The Super Eagles have actually stagnated since we won the last Africa Cup of Nations in South Africa. Ever since, the team has been painful to watch. Low on ideas, pace and structure. Did we honestly expect to... Read More

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