Kentucky Senator Rand Paul has publicly endorsed Elon Musk as the next Speaker of the House, asserting that the role does not require the officeholder to be a member of Congress. In a statement posted on his official X account on Thursday, December 19, Senator Paul proposed the idea as a bold move to disrupt …
Czech Club Slavia Prague sign Nigerian Midfielder David Moses
Czech Republic football club, Slavia Prague have announced the signing of Nigerian midfielder, David Moses. Moses linked up with Slavia Prague from another Czech club MFK Karvina and signed a contract until December 31, 2029. “David is an extremely interesting player, proven in the Czech league, many clubs were interested in him, not only from …
35 dead, others in critical condition in Ibadan stampede – Police
The Oyo State Police Command says no fewer than 35 bodies of minors, who were killed in the Ibadan stampede have been recovered. The Police Public Relations Officer of the state, SP Osifeso Adewale, who confirmed this in a statement on Thursday, said about six minors who sustained severe injuries during the incident, are in …
Super Eagles maintain 44th position in latest FIFA ranking
Nigeria’s Super Eagles maintained 44th position in the latest FIFA men’s world ranking. The ranking was posted on the website of the world football governing body on Thursday. In November’s ranking the Eagles dropped eight places to 44th spot. The rankings reveal that Nigeria suffered a significant decline this year, dropping eight places to end …
Dangote Refinery reduces petrol price
Dangote Refinery has announced another reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, or petrol. The company disclosed this in a statement by its spokesperson, Anthony Chiejina, released on its official X account on Thursday. The oil firm reduced its petrol ex-depot price to N899.50 per litre, down from N970. We have now announced …
Abuja Court grants ex-Gov Yahaya Bello to N500m bail
The Federal Capital Territory High Court, on Thursday, granted the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, bail in the sum of N500 million with two sureties in like sum. Justice Maryann Anenih had, on December 10, refused the ex-governor’s bail application, stating it was filed prematurely. While delivering the initial ruling, she said …
Marcus Rashford Ready to Leave Manchester United After Two Decades
Marcus Rashford has confirmed he is prepared to leave Manchester United, the club he joined at the age of seven, amid reports that the club is looking to sell him ahead of the January transfer window. The England international, now 27, was notably absent from United’s squad in their victory against arch-rivals Manchester City …
‘I violated you’: Doctor who filmed patients breaks down in court
A disgraced doctor has tearfully apologised for taking intimate photos of his patients and colleagues at a major regional hospital, saying he abused their trust and breached an oath to do no harm. According to Nine News Melbourne, Nicholas Chia Wei Chu, 28, broke down in court today after hearing of the torment he …
Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic set to join forces at the Brisbane International.
Canberra born Australian Tennis super star, Nick Kyrgios and former world number 1,Novak Djokovic are set to play doubles together at the Queensland tournament, kicking off on December 29. The event will serve as a warm-up for next month’s Australian Open, with Kyrgios securing a spot at Melbourne Park using an injury-protected ranking. Kyrgios announced …
Vinícius Jr Crowned FIFA’s Best Men’s Player 2024 Season
Real Madrid superstar Vinícius Jr has been named FIFA’s Best Men’s Player for 2024, following a remarkable year that included multiple trophies and standout performances. The Brazilian forward had an exceptional 2023-24 season, winning the Champions League and La Liga titles under Carlo Ancelotti, along with the Spanish and European Super Cups. Vinícius contributed …