Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

CONFIRMED: Erik ten Hag has been sacked by Manchester United with immediate effect as exclusively revealed by Fabrizio Romano. Manchester United have parted ways with manager Erik ten Hag after a challenging season start, marked by a series of disappointing performances and internal challenges. Ruud van Nistelrooy, a former United star and current assistant coach, will step in as interim manager, tasked with revitalising the team’s form until a long-term successor is appointed. This season, United have faced setbacks in both the Premier League and European competitions. They managed only three wins from their first eight matches across all…

Peace Efforts Bear Fruit As Hundreds Of Militants Surrender In Ukum, Benue State. In a significant development for security in Benue State, Ukum Local Government Council Chairman Jonathan Modi has announced that over 300 armed militants have voluntarily surrendered, contributing to a promising decline in violent activity in the region. The armed groups, primarily composed of youths from gangs known as “Full Fire” and “Chain,” have been occupying forested areas in the Sankara axis, particularly around Ukum, causing widespread disruption to local communities through kidnappings, violence, and extortion. Chairman Modi, who assumed office less than a month ago, shared…

Ballon d’Or 2024: Winner To Be Crowned Tonight, Catch All You Need To Know Ahead Of Tonight’s Ceremony. The prestigious 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony is set to take place in Paris on Monday, with several standout Premier League players vying for football’s highest individual honour. This year’s event, marking the 68th annual awards, will celebrate top performances from the 2023–2024 season across multiple categories. Notable nominees from the Premier League include Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, and Martin Ødegaard, Manchester City’s Rodri, Erling Haaland, and Phil Foden, as well as Chelsea’s rising star Cole Palmer. Their impressive performances have…

Pick n Pay To Exit Nigerian Market After Selling 51% Stake. South African retail giant Pick n Pay is set to withdraw from Nigeria, following the sale of its 51% stake in its Nigerian joint venture. Pick n Pay initially entered Nigeria cautiously in 2021, hoping to expand its African presence. The decision to enter the Nigerian market was based on the nation’s high population and economic growth potential, and the retailer partnered with AG Leventis to tailor its offerings to Nigerian consumers. The company’s strategy focused on neighbourhood-style stores, prioritising accessibility to better meet local needs. However, economic…

Nigeria Triumphs 3-1 Over Niger To Secure Spot In 2025 Africa U-20 Cup Of Nations. Defending champions Nigeria advanced to the final of the 2024 WAFU B U-20 Championship in impressive fashion, defeating Niger Republic’s Junior Mena 3-1 in Lomé on Sunday. The victory not only sends the Flying Eagles to the tournament final but also secures their place in the 2025 Africa U20 Cup of Nations. Niger took an early lead, scoring just nine minutes into the semi-final at Stade Kegue. Yet, Nigeria’s Flying Eagles, seven-time African champions, remained composed and quickly found their rhythm, ultimately dominating the…

Ahmed Musa Criticises Refereeing In NPFL Clash, Calls For Officiating Reforms. Ahmed Musa, captain of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, has voiced strong criticism of the refereeing in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 9 fixture between Nasarawa United and Kano Pillars. Musa condemned the officiating team, labelling them as “moral killers” for their handling of the match at Lafia City Stadium, which ended in a controversial 1-0 loss for Kano Pillars. The officiating crew, led by centre referee Dahiru Muhammed Kawo and assistant referee Abdulmajid Sani Potiskum, made multiple errors, according to Musa. The most contentious was allowing a…

Khamenei Calls For Balanced Response To Israeli Strikes On Iran. Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, has offered a balanced response to recent Israeli strikes, stating that the attacks should not be “exaggerated or downplayed.” His remarks came amid rising tensions, but he refrained from calling for immediate retaliation. The strikes, which left at least four Iranian soldiers dead, have stirred responses from Iranian leaders, although Tehran has clarified that it does not seek war. President Masoud Pezeshkian echoed Khamenei’s sentiment, pledging that Iran would provide an “appropriate response” while emphasising that Iran’s stance remains defensive rather than aggressive. The Israeli…

Enugu Electricity Distribution Company To Phase Out Old Prepaid Meters By November 24. The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) has called on residents of the South-East to upgrade their prepaid meters by 24 November, as part of a nationwide exercise affecting all Standard Transfer Specification (STS) compliant prepaid meters. Mr Emeka Ezeh, EEDC’s Head of Corporate Communications, emphasised the need for the upgrade, explaining that the initiative stems from the Token Identifier (TID) rollover, which is impacting similar meters worldwide. Ezeh reminded customers that without the upgrade, existing STS prepaid meters would no longer accept credit tokens from November…

Ten Hag Frustrated As Controversial Penalty Hands Manchester United 2-1 Defeat To West Ham. Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag expressed frustration following his team’s narrow 2-1 loss to West Ham at the London Stadium, criticising the decision to award a late penalty that sealed United’s fourth Premier League defeat of the season. United controlled much of the match and missed numerous scoring opportunities in the first half, setting them up for what looked like a comfortable win. However, a late twist saw referee David Coote signal for a penalty after a lengthy VAR review of Matthijs de Ligt’s…

Kane Shines As Bayern Munich Reclaims Bundesliga Top Spot With Commanding Win Over Bochum. Bayern Munich returned to the summit of the Bundesliga with an emphatic victory over bottom-placed Bochum, led by a strong performance from Harry Kane. The Bavarians dominated from start to finish, sealing a 5-0 triumph that showcased both attacking flair and defensive solidity. Michael Olise opened the scoring after just 15 minutes, bending a superb 20-yard free-kick over the wall, and becoming the second Bayern player after Kane to score five goals in his first five Bundesliga away games. Jamal Musiala then doubled the advantage…

NPFL Roundup: Home Dominance Highlights Matchday-9 As El-Kanemi Warriors Hold Rivers United. Sunday’s Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) fixtures showcased a series of thrilling home wins, with only Rivers United unable to secure a full three points on their turf. The standout encounter saw a resilient El-Kanemi Warriors side holding the Pride of Rivers to a 1-1 draw in Port Harcourt despite being reduced to ten men for the second half. The visitors stunned the home fans as Samaila Bello opened the scoring, but Rivers United quickly equalised through Taofeek Olaniyi, and the stalemate persisted until full time. …

Arsenal And Liverpool Share Spoils In Thrilling 2-2 Premier League Showdown. In an electrifying clash at the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal and Liverpool battled to a 2-2 draw, with Mohamed Salah’s late equaliser salvaging a point for the visitors in their title chase. The Premier League showdown saw Arsenal twice take the lead while Liverpool twice drew level, with both teams showcasing their determination in a gripping contest. Arsenal struck first when Bukayo Saka expertly beat Liverpool’s Andy Robertson, slotting the ball home in the ninth minute for his 50th Premier League goal. However, Liverpool quickly responded as Virgil van…