Yakubu

It was also on May 29 that Jacob "Yakubu" Gowon made his moves signalling events that would lead to the final destruction of the old federation, the foundations of which were painstakingly negotiated by the nationalist politicians as a federal union, following his unilateral acts creating the 12 states with neither plebisctory nor parliamentary authority.

Vanguard 2009

Manager David Moyes said at a news conference at the time: 'Yakubu's back in it now.

CNN.com 2009

He is listening to Yakubu's story; when she has finished he remarks, partly to himself, and partly to her: "It's a ghost clinic – it's a memory of a clinic."

'In 10 years' time, Ghana may not require any aid at all' 2012

Instead, thanks to the resilience of Chris Samba, Scott Dann and Paul Robinson, the predatory instincts of Yakubu Ayegbeni, and Arsenal's generosity, the Rovers manager found himself in the bizarre position of defending Wenger after the game.

Arsenal's major flaws have Arsène Wenger too choked for rallying cry 2011

Warnock was at loggerheads with Fernandes over several targets, chief among them the Blackburn Rovers striker Yakubu Ayegbeni, whom he wanted but Fernandes did not.

Neil Warnock set to be replaced by Mark Hughes after leaving QPR 2012

Yakubu is trained to nurse, but the scope for nursing is limited.

'In 10 years' time, Ghana may not require any aid at all' 2012

Given that the inexperienced Hanley went on to miss the best chance of the game at the other end and Ivanovic headed against his own bar in the closing minutes Blackburn were unlucky all round, although Yakubu Ayegbeni might have been expected to finish more expertly from at least one of his two chances.

'Ugly win' suits Frank Lampard in Chelsea's fight to stay with leaders 2011

Yakubu's nonchalant equaliser ended a dominant Gunners opening that seemed to indicate that the Old Trafford result was an aberration and transfer-deadline day a fresh start.

Arsenal's major flaws have Arsène Wenger too choked for rallying cry 2011

However, all three Blackburn goals emanated from midfield: Hoilett's spectacular solo effort, a Yakubu Ayegbeni finish created by Formica's expert through pass, and a Chris Samba header made by Pedersen's enduring set-piece excellence.

Steve Kean encouraged by eager Blackburn despite draw with Norwich 2011

Yakubu converted his second after Laurent Koscielny failed to deal with a Junior Hoilett corner.

Arsenal's major flaws have Arsène Wenger too choked for rallying cry 2011