World News Brazil shuts over 2,000 betting sites over gambling ‘pandemic’ October 11, 2024 Elizabeth Jenrola Oso 24 million of Brazil’s 212m citizens gamble online The government of Brazilian has begun closing down several betting sites in the South American country. As at last count, more than…
Sports Liverpool’s Joel Matip planning to retire at season end October 11, 2024 New Daily Prime Liverpool FC defender Joel Matip has confirmed his plans to retire from professional football following the conclusion of his contract with the club this summer. The announcement, made via a…
Nigeria News Bobrisky: Group urges Tinubu to act on death threats against Falana’s daughter October 11, 2024 New Daily Prime The Nigerian Human Rights Community (NIHRCO) has called on President Bola Tinubu to take decisive action in response to recent death threats against Folakemi, the daughter of prominent human rights…
Nigeria News Shettima inaugurates National Road Safety Advisory Council October 11, 2024 Friday Omosola Vice President Kashim Shettima has inaugurated the National Road Safety Advisory Council (NaRSAC). In a statement posted on his X account, Shettima urged NaRSAC members to adopt global best practices…
Sports Saka limps off England’s home loss in Euro Nations League October 11, 2024 New Daily Prime Arsenal and England winger Bukayo Saka is set to undergo medical assessment ahead of the Three Lions’ trip to Finland. Saka limped off during England’s 2-1 home defeat to Greece…
Nigeria News Nigeria will continue to strengthen ties with Japan – Kashim Shettima October 11, 2024 Friday Omosola Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the Nigerian government’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with Japan. He emphasised the importance of enhancing trade relations and exploring new opportunities in critical…
Sports FA fines Nottingham Forest for social media post October 11, 2024 New Daily Prime The English Football Association has slapped a £750,000 fine on Nottingham Forest. The fine is part of the FA’s sanction on the club for bringing the game into disrepute with…
Sports UEFA hits Lazio and Atletico with sanctions October 11, 2024 New Daily Prime European football governing body UEFA has passed sanctions on Italian side Lazio and their Spanish counterpart Atletico Madrid for their fans’ racist behaviour in European competitions. UEFA said this on…
Sports England’s Tactical Gamble: Lessons from Carsley’s Experiment at Wembley October 11, 2024 Timi-Zacchaeus Oluwaferanmi After England’s shocking 2-1 defeat to Greece in the UEFA Nations League, the football world has been abuzz with questions regarding interim manager Lee Carsley’s risky tactical choices. While the…
Sports Gareth Southgate Rules Out Coaching Return Amid Manchester United Links October 11, 2024 Timi-Zacchaeus Oluwaferanmi Former England manager Gareth Southgate has announced that he will not be returning to coaching within the next year, effectively ruling himself out of contention for the managerial role at…
