Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Old Trafford Receives Two-Star Hygiene Rating Following Mice Infestation. Manchester United’s iconic Old Trafford stadium has been issued a two-star food hygiene rating following the discovery of a mice infestation during a recent inspection. Inspectors reportedly found mice droppings in two locations within the venue, leading to the downgrade from the maximum five-star rating. The infestation is believed to be linked to the stadium’s proximity to a railway line, a nearby canal, and seasonal weather conditions. This issue has raised concerns for one of the world’s most famous football grounds, which regularly hosts tens of thousands of fans…

Saka To Miss Several Weeks With Hamstring Injury, Confirms Arteta. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Bukayo Saka will be sidelined for “many weeks” following a hamstring injury sustained during Saturday’s 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace. The 23-year-old winger, who has been instrumental this season with nine goals and 13 assists in 24 appearances across all competitions, was forced to leave the pitch early at Selhurst Park and departed the stadium on crutches. “It’s not looking good,” Arteta admitted. “He’s going to be out for many weeks. It is what it is. He’s injured, we cannot change…

Dele Farotimi Released After 21 Days In Detention. Dele Farotimi, a prominent human rights lawyer and author, has been released from detention in Ekiti after spending 21 days in custody. His detention followed allegations of defamation made by renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Afe Babalola, over claims in Farotimi’s book Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System, a global bestseller on Amazon. Farotimi was freed on Tuesday after meeting the bail conditions set on 20 December by an Ekiti Chief Magistrate’s Court. His release was confirmed by fellow activist Omoyele Sowore. “I am pleased to report that Dele…

Economic Management Team Announces Crop Production Growth Amid Rising Costs. The Economic Management Team (EMT) has reported a 4.5% increase in overall crop production for 2024, despite a marginal 0.2% decline in millet output. This announcement was made during a recent meeting in Abuja, led by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun. The minister presented the findings alongside concerns over escalating production costs, which have significantly impacted key sectors. Maize production costs surged by 69.7%, while cowpea prices experienced an unprecedented 300% increase. These spikes have contributed to food crises in 31 states,…

Biden Commutes 37 Federal Death Sentences Before Trump’s Return To Office. United States President Joe Biden has commuted the sentences of 37 federal death row inmates, converting their punishment to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. This decision comes just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump is set to assume office in January. The commutation applies to 37 of the 40 individuals on federal death row, excluding three inmates, including the Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, Charleston church shooter Dylann Roof, and Robert Bowers, the perpetrator of the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue massacre. In a statement, Biden reaffirmed his…

FEMD Rescues 105 Lives In 2024 Amid Multiple Disasters. The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Department (FEMD) has announced that 105 individuals were rescued this year from building collapses across Abuja, although four lives were tragically lost. The acting Director-General of FEMD, Engr. Abdulrahman Mohammed, disclosed these figures during a press briefing held in Abuja on Monday. He identified the affected areas as Prince and Princess Estate, Guzape District, Garki 2, Kubwa, and Sabon Lugbe near Airport Road. Engr. Mohammed detailed FEMD’s extensive emergency response efforts in 2024, which included building collapses, fire outbreaks, flooding, earth tremors, and…

Trump Vows To End ‘Transgender Lunacy’ And Usher In A ‘Golden Age’ In Second Term. American President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to take decisive action on transgender issues and other key policies as he prepares to assume office. Speaking at an event for young conservatives in Phoenix, Arizona, on Sunday, Trump promised sweeping changes, declaring his intent to “stop the transgender lunacy” on his first day in office. Trump outlined a series of executive orders targeting transgender rights. “I will sign executive orders to end child sexual mutilation, get transgender out of the military and out of our elementary…

FG Declares December 25, 26, And January 1 As Public Holidays. The Federal Government has officially declared Wednesday, 25th December, Thursday, 26th December 2024, and Wednesday, 1st January 2025, as public holidays. These dates are set aside to celebrate Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year respectively. In a statement issued on Monday, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, announced that the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government. The minister extended warm greetings to all Nigerians and encouraged everyone to use the festive season as a…

Ghana Triumphs Over Nigeria Via Shootout To Win Inaugural WAFU-B U-17 Girls’ Cup.   Hosts Ghana clinched the maiden WAFU-B U-17 Girls’ Cup title on Sunday, edging Nigeria 5-4 in a dramatic penalty shootout after an entertaining 2-2 draw at the Ghanaian Centre of Excellence in Prampram, near Accra. The match proved a thrilling contrast to the goalless African Nations Championship qualifier played by both nations’ senior home-based teams in Accra earlier in the day. The young talents lit up the tournament’s finale with determination and skill, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Ghana started strongly, with…

Super Lig: Osimhen Shines With Brace In Galatasaray’s Dominant Victory. Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen delivered a stellar performance on Sunday, scoring twice as Galatasaray secured an emphatic 5-1 victory over Kayserispor in the Turkish Super Lig. Osimhen wasted no time making his mark, converting a penalty in the 4th minute to give Galatasaray an early lead. However, Kayserispor’s Bahoken equalised ten minutes later, setting up what seemed to be a competitive encounter. The visitors regained their advantage in the 29th minute through Yilmaz, and Yunus Akgün extended the lead to 3-1 midway through the second half, showcasing Galatasaray’s…

NPFL Round-Up: 3SC Ends Rangers’ Unbeaten Run, As Sunshine Stars secure Crucial Win. Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan ended Rangers International’s impressive 10-match unbeaten run with a narrow away victory in an NPFL Matchday 18 encounter at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu. The decisive moment came in the 27th minute when Ikouwem Utin found the net for Gbenga Ogunbote’s side. Rangers had an opportunity to salvage a draw late in the game, but they missed a crucial penalty five minutes from time, leaving the home fans disappointed. In Lafia, Rivers United managed to secure a hard-fought…

SERAP Criticises Proposed ₦9.4 Billion Allocation For Refreshments And Travels In 2025 Budget. The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio and House of Representatives Speaker Tajudeen Abbas to reduce the proposed ₦9.4 billion budget for refreshments, travels, and catering materials for the presidency. SERAP also urged a review of the ₦344.85 billion budget allocated to the National Assembly, suggesting the savings be redirected towards addressing Nigeria’s budget deficit. In a letter dated 21st December 2024, signed by SERAP Deputy Director Kolawole Oluwadare, the organisation expressed concerns over what it described as “unnecessary…