Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers Called Up To England Squad As Injuries Lead To Key Replacements. Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers has earned his first senior England call-up for the November Nations League fixtures following a wave of injuries that led to eight player withdrawals. Interim manager Lee Carsley added Rogers, alongside other fresh faces, to the squad as England prepares to face Greece on 14 November and the Republic of Ireland on 17 November. Rogers’ promotion from the Under-21s comes on the back of an impressive start to his season, with three goals and two assists across 11 appearances…

Manchester United Confirms Departure Of Ruud van Nistelrooy Amid Coaching Staff Reshuffle. Manchester United has announced that former club legend Ruud van Nistelrooy will no longer be associated with the team following a staff reshuffle under new head coach Rúben Amorim. It was confirmed today that Van Nistelrooy, despite his notable contributions, will not be included in Amorim’s coaching staff. Sources close to the matter shared that while Amorim has immense respect for Van Nistelrooy’s expertise and history with the club, he intends to bring in his own team to best support his vision for United’s future. Laurie Whitwell,…

PGMOL Investigates Video Of Referee David Coote Allegedly Making Derogatory Comments About Liverpool. The Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) is investigating a video circulating on social media, purportedly showing referee David Coote making disparaging remarks about Liverpool Football Club and former manager Jürgen Klopp. The video, which has attracted significant attention online, remains unverified, and it is unclear when or where it was recorded. The BBC has not confirmed the authenticity of the footage. David Coote, 42, is a well-established Premier League referee who recently officiated Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Aston Villa. He has been a regular…

Dozens Detained In Amsterdam After Defying Protest Ban. Amsterdam police detained dozens of pro-Palestinian demonstrators on Sunday after they defied a temporary ban on public protests. Hundreds gathered in Dam Square, calling for an end to the conflict in Gaza and challenging the city’s restriction on protests. The protest ban was imposed by Mayor Femke Halsema following a series of “hit-and-run” attacks targeting Israeli football fans in Amsterdam. The incidents occurred after Thursday’s match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax, where attacks left five people hospitalised. Authorities attributed the violence to antisemitism, leading to 62 arrests. The timing of…

Nigerian Air Force Neutralises Scores Of Terrorists In Night Operation In Zamfara And Kebbi. The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has dealt a significant blow to terrorist networks in Zamfara and Kebbi States, neutralising scores of fighters in a daring night raid as part of Operation FANSAN YAMMA. The operation, known as ‘Operation FARAUTAR MUJIYA’, was launched on Friday to support the Armed Forces’ renewed push to end criminal activities in Nigeria’s Northwest. The air campaign, detailed in a statement by NAF’s Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Olusola Akinboyewa, targeted several notorious bandit strongholds with precision strikes.…

First Bank Nigeria Holdings Targets Completion Of N150 Billion Rights Issue By Q1 2025. First Bank Nigeria Holdings (FBNH) Plc has confirmed progress on its N150 billion rights issue, aiming to finalise the capital raise by the first quarter of 2025. This announcement was made by Group Managing Director Nnamdi Okonkwo during the ‘Facts Behind the Rights Issue’ event at the Nigerian Exchange in Lagos. Okonkwo explained that the capital raise is a strategic initiative to strengthen FBN Holdings’ financial base, enhance its business capabilities, and expand its market reach. This rights issue commenced on 4 November, offering 5.983…

Northern Lawmaker Backs Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bill, Disputes Claims Of Opposition. A prominent lawmaker, Abdulmumin Jibrin, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu’s tax reform bill will be passed by the National Assembly, despite opposition from some quarters. Jibrin, a member of the House of Representatives for the Kiru/Bebeji Federal Constituency in Kano State, disagreed with Borno Senator Ali Ndume, who had declared the bill “dead on arrival.” Speaking in an interview with Channels TV on Sunday, Jibrin clarified that the perception of widespread northern opposition to the bill was misplaced. He emphasised that the North was not united…

President Tinubu Likely To Present 2025 Budget To National Assembly In December. Indications are emerging that President Bola Tinubu may present the 2025 budget to the joint session of the National Assembly in early December 2024. While this deviates from the established tradition of October budget presentations under former President Muhammadu Buhari, officials suggest preparations are underway to meet the December timeline. The Senate Committee on Finance, led by Senator Sani Musa, has stated that the timing of the budget presentation rests solely with the executive. Under Buhari’s administration, the budget presentation followed a strict timeline with the Medium…

‘Squid Game’ Creator Reflects On Struggles And Inspiration Behind The Scene; As Second Series Gets Set For Release In December. The creator of Squid Game Hwang Dong-hyuk, has opened up about the toll of creating his globally acclaimed series, revealing he lost nearly nine teeth due to stress during filming. Speaking on set while working on the much-anticipated second series of the Netflix hit, Hwang shared insights into the challenges, motivations, and deeper meanings driving the continuation of his dystopian narrative. Released in 2021, the first series of Squid Game became a cultural phenomenon, captivating audiences with its dark…

Ukraine And Russia Exchange Major Drone Attacks Amid Rising Conflict Concerns. In the most intense wave of drone strikes since the war began, Russia and Ukraine launched significant aerial attacks against each other over the weekend. Russia’s Defence Ministry reported intercepting 84 Ukrainian drones across six regions, including several that approached Moscow, forcing temporary flight disruptions from three major airports in the capital. Meanwhile, Ukraine’s air force confirmed that 145 Russian drones targeted multiple regions across Ukraine, with the majority successfully intercepted. The attacks reflect escalating tensions as both sides prepare for potential shifts in international diplomacy. U.S. President-elect…

Postecoglou Takes Responsibility For Spurs’ Inconsistent Start To Season. Tottenham Hotspur head coach Ange Postecoglou has taken accountability for his team’s inconsistent start to the season, which sees them sitting 10th in the Premier League following a 2-1 defeat to Ipswich. Spurs have now lost five of their 11 league games, leaving them 12 points adrift of leaders Liverpool. While Tottenham have progressed to the Carabao Cup quarter-finals, their form in other competitions has been mixed. After winning their opening three matches in the Europa League, Spurs fell to Galatasaray last Thursday. Their longest winning streak in the league…

United Fans Bid Farewell To Interim Boss, Van Nistelrooy; Welcome Amorim’s New Era. Manchester United fans gave a heartfelt farewell to their departing interim boss, honouring him as a club hero for his contributions both as a manager and former player. During his five seasons with the club, he scored an impressive 150 goals, leaving an indelible mark that will be celebrated long after his departure. Bruno Fernandes marked his 250th Manchester United appearance by playing a starring role as Ruud van Nistelrooy signed off his stint in interim charge with a 3-0 Premier League win over Leicester. …