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In August, Reid wrote to Comey to express concern over alleged links between Trump associates, Russian sources and the hacks. “There is no danger to American interests from releasing it,” Reid said. “And yet, you continue to resist calls to inform the public of this critical information. “By contrast, as soon as you came into possession of the slightest innuendo related to Secretary Clinton, you rushed to publicize it in the most negative light possible.” Four other senior Senate Democrats – Dianne Feinstein, Patrick Leahy, Ben Cardin and Thomas Carper – have written to Comey since he announced the review, demanding a full briefing on the new emails by Monday.

Reports of Iyanya’s plan to dump MMMG owned by Ubi Franklin had earlier on trickled in.However, the announcement is trending and has generated a lot of social media comments. The announcement also signaled the release of a new single, called “Up to Something’’ featuring Don Jazzy and Dr. Sid. In his tweet on Monday, Iyanya said, “Marvin Activated!’’. Don Jazzy said SMD is pleased to welcome Iyanya to the Mavin Family. Pls join us to welcome him and let the world know. Don Jazzy announced that Iyanya is now a part of the Mavin family joining Reekado Banks, Korede Bello, Di’Ja, D’Prince, and Dr. Sid. They also have two in-house producers, Baby Fresh and Altims.

Writing on his Instagram page, Don Jazzy says “The SUPREME MAVIN DYNASTY is pleased to welcome Iyanya to the ever growing Mavin Family. The deal which has been sealed, signals a new turn for the singer who has spent the past 6 years running his record label, in partnership with his manager and partner, Ubi Franklin. Iyanya, until his decision to quit, was a co-owner of MMMG, an outfit he runs with his manager and friend, Ubi Franklin. The duo set up the record label in 2011, where they have Tekno, Selebobo, Mr. Chibbz, and Tonye Garrick all signed. Singer Emma Nyra was once part of the record label, until she acrimoniously departed in 2014 due to personal reasons. Baci was also affiliated with the label for six years, but he was never offered a contract. He left in 2016.

Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk was born on 31st October 1986, known by his stage name, Iyanya. He is best known for winning the 2008 MTN Project Fame West Africa as well as for his song “Kukere”. He released his debut studio album, My Story, in 2011 and supported by the singles “No Time” and “Love Truly”. Desire, his second studio album, contained the singles “Kukere”, “Ur Waist”, “Flavour”, “Sexy Mama”, and “Jombolo”. He won the Artist of the Year award at The Headies 2013.

The report had stated that the players were protesting against non-payment of their bonuses and allowances by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) after their qualifying matches, especially the encounter with Teranga Lionesses of Senegal in April. According to the report, the NFF had cited financial challenges as the reason for the delay in the payment. Sulola confirmed that the players had not been paid some allowances but said that they were training hard for the competition. “It is true that they are being owed, but the NFF had promised them that their money will be paid before the tournament begins.

“It is false and untrue for anyone to say that they had threatened to boycott the event or their trainings. “Money is actually the last thing on the players mind right now, because they are focused on defending and returning home with the trophy. “Most of the home-based players who are invited to camp did not participate in the qualifiers; those who were fully involved are the foreign-based, whom we are still expecting,” she said. Nigeria is in Group B with arch-rivals Ghana, Mali and Kenya in the tournament. The 10th AWCON is billed for Cameroon from Nov. 19 to Dec. 3.

Abakaliki – Football fans in Ebonyi have advised the Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr, to field Victor Moses in the right wing-back position during the forthcoming Russia 2018 qualifier against Algeria.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Moses continued his rich form in that position during Chelsea’s EPL match against Southampton on Sunday under its new 3-5-2 tactical formation.

Moses in the first half provided the assistance for Belgian Eden Hazard to score the first goal before Diego Costa’s sublime finish in the second half earned Chelsea a 2-0 win.

The fans told NAN on Monday in Abakaliki that Moses’ rich form should be effectively utilised to disorganise the North African team’s fluid pattern of play.

Edmund Ndukamma, a former Rangers International FC of Enugu defender, remarked that fielding Moses in that position would immensely benefit the Eagles against Algeria.

“Moses will help the Eagles’ attack pile pressure on the Algerian defence from the right wing thereby disorganising their quick-pass movements from its lethal left-wing.

“He will also assist the Nigerian right full back which was problematic against Zambia in the team’s first qualifier in Ndola,’’ he said.

Nicodemus Omenka, former Ebonyi Commissioner for Youths and Sports, corroborated Ndukamma’s claim, noting that Moses would play a vital role in the Algerian match.

“He is one of Nigeria’s hottest players in Europe currently and his presence would psychologically affect the Algerians who are also grappling with their coaching problems.

“His blistering runs from the right wing will give Kelechi Iheanacho and Alex Iwobi more room to operate, while also assisting the defenders to curtail the Algerians’ incursions,’’ he said.

Jude Nlemchi, Colombia FC of Abakaliki player, advised Rohr to place emphasis on current form in selecting players to be fielded against the Algerians.

“Players such as Moses, Iwobi, Iheanacho among others should be fielded against Algeria as the system worked against Zambia in Ndola.

“The Algerians play a `fast-paced’ style and the Eagles need fit, aggressive and skilful players to disorganise their strategy for the much needed win,’’ he said.

Chief Silas Mgbebu, a businessman and soccer enthusiast, urged the Eagles to approach the Algerian match with serious determination as if they were playing in a cup final.

“The players should replicate the level of commitment for their clubs in the Algerian match to ensure the team achieves the much needed victory.

“Winning the match will make them the `group of death’ leaders before qualification hostilities resumes in 2017 with the accompanying psychological edge over their opponents,’’ he said.

Mrs Scholastica Igwe, a civil servant and soccer admirer, warned that the euphoria of the Algerian match if not properly handled, might affect the Eagles.

“The only sporting news on the airwaves currently is the match with Algeria and the euphoria should not be allowed to pile undue pressure on the players and officials,’’ she said.