Cole Palmer Makes History with Four First-Half Goals in Chelsea’s 4-2 Win Over Brighton
Chelsea soared to third in the Premier League table, thrashing Brighton 6-2 at Stamford Bridge, with Cole Palmer stealing the show. The 22-year-old England forward became the first player to score four goals in the first half of a Premier League match, leading Chelsea’s blistering attack. Brighton took an early lead through Georginio Rutter, but […]
Arsenal Clinch Thrilling 4-2 Win Over Leicester City with Two Late Goals
Arsenal secured a vital victory, overcoming Leicester City 4-2 in an electrifying match at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners started strong, with Bukayo Saka testing Leicester keeper Mads Hermansen (14′). Gabi Martinelli then opened the scoring (20′), steering home Jurrien Timber’s cross. Leandro Trossard doubled the lead before halftime, but Leicester’s Justin James sparked a […]
Newcastle United Holds Manchester City to 1-1 Draw
Manchester City’s winning streak was halted as Newcastle United secured a 1-1 draw at St James’ Park, thanks to Anthony Gordon’s second-half penalty. City took the lead in the 35th minute through Josko Gvardiol’s clinical finish, assisted by Jack Grealish. Despite Mateo Kovacic and Rico Lewis’s strong display in replacing injured Rodri, City conceded in […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Appoints New NTA Executive Directors
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed seven new executive directors to lead the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA). This move aims to revitalize Nigeria’s broadcast industry. The appointees are: 1. Ayo Adewuyi – Executive Director, News (reappointed) 2. Ibrahim Aliyu – Executive Director, Special Duties 3. Muhammed Fatuhu Mustapha – Executive Director, Administration and Training 4. […]
FG Declares Holiday for Independence Day on October 1
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, October 1, 2024, a public holiday to commemorate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day anniversary. Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo congratulated Nigerians worldwide, praising their resilience and hard work. He acknowledged the sacrifices of Nigerian men and women, ensuring their efforts will not be in vain. Tunji-Ojo emphasized unity in building […]
Nigerian Protest Organizers Seek Police Protection for October 1st Nationwide Demonstration
A coalition of rights groups, including the Education Rights Campaign (ERC), Movement for Fundamental Change (MFC), Youth Rights Campaign (YRC), Joint Action Front (JAF), and Pan-African Consciousness Renaissance (PACOR-Nigeria), has formally requested security protection from the Nigerian Police for participants in the upcoming October 1st nationwide protest. The protest, aimed at peacefully opposing “anti-poor policies” […]
Former Taraba Governor Darius Ishaku Detained Over N27 Billion Fraud Allegations
Darius Ishaku, former governor of Taraba State, has been arrested and detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) due to allegations of N27 billion fraud. The EFCC apprehended Ishaku at his Abuja residence on Friday. Reports indicate that Ishaku will face multiple charges related to financial irregularities during his tenure as governor from […]
Bobrisky Placed in Protective Custody Over Safety Concerns, Says Prison Director General
Bishop Kayode Williams, Director General of the Prison Rehabilitation Mission, has revealed why crossdresser Bobrisky was isolated from other inmates. In an interview on Arise TV, Williams explained that Bobrisky was placed in protective custody due to concerns for his safety. According to Williams, the prison has different sections for various categories of inmates, including […]
House Of Reps Pushes For Independent Candidacy In Nigerian Elections
Nigeria’s House of Representatives has taken a significant step towards reforming the country’s electoral system by endorsing a bill that allows independent candidates to contest presidential, governorship, National Assembly, state assembly, and local government elections. This proposed constitutional amendment aims to broaden Nigeria’s democratic space and promote inclusivity. The bill, sponsored by Akin Rotimi, Chairman […]
Ondo State PDP Governorship Candidate Vows to Transform State
Agboola Ajayi, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Ondo State, has unveiled his vision to transform the state. At a media parley in Lagos, Ajayi criticized the All Progressives Congress (APC) government led by Governor Lucky Ayedatiwa, citing its failure to prioritize citizens’ welfare and safety. “The primary objective of governance is the […]