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Football fans across England are complaining about the hike in ticket prices by Premier League clubs amidst the UK cost-of-living crisis which has been on for three years. The Football Supporters Association (FSA) are at the forefront of a call for a reversal of the trend. The campaign under the tag “Stop Exploiting Loyalty” is focused on getting Premier League clubs to consider the fans’ economic plight.A coalition of fan groups all over the league is planning to converge and protest at different match venues in the league over the next two weeks. This is after fans of Tottenham Hotspur…

A new injury update from Real Madrid has indicated that Brazilian attacker Rodrygo Goes will be out for the next few weeks. The club has been dealing with a worrisome injury situation that has seen some of its best players sidelined. This continued during their impressive comeback win against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. Madrid won 5-2 but had to deal with injuries sustained by Rodrygo and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois.Rodrygo provided the assist for Madrid’s third goal in their game win over Dortmund before limping off late into the game with a muscle injury. It was reported a day…

Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and coordinating minister for the economy, announced that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited is set to begin settling its $6 billion debt to suppliers. This announcement was made during a meeting with investors in Washington, DC, on Wednesday. Edun addressed concerns about the financial obligations of NNPC, noting that while the government removed petrol subsidies on May 29, 2023, issues related to foreign exchange subsidies still impacted the company. “Although the subsidy was no longer on the balance sheet of the government, it did rear its head in terms of foreign exchange…

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has made a personal donation of 40 million Naira to support the victims of the devastating tanker explosion in Majiya village, Jigawa State. The explosion, which occurred last week, resulted in significant loss of life and property, leaving many families in urgent need of assistance. Alongside the financial contribution, Mrs. Tinubu also delivered essential food supplies to the affected families. Her gesture comes as part of a broader effort to provide immediate relief and support to those impacted by this tragic incident. During a visit to the site of the explosion, Mrs. Tinubu expressed her…

A new study published by the Microsoft has delivered a surprising finding that may make you think twice about your breakfast choices or consuming eggs. Researchers from the University of South Australia have discovered a potential link between daily egg consumption and an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This study, which followed 8,545 Chinese adults participant found that those who consumed roughly one egg per day (approximately 57 grams) had up to a 60% higher risk of developing the disease compared to those who ate fewer eggs. This news comes as a surprise to many, as eggs have…

A new dramatic episode in the ongoing tension between Manchester City and Premier League unfolded today at the League’s head office in London on Wednesday. City fans protested outside the head office following a meeting between the clubs and the League executives. The meeting was held to address frictions following a tribunal ruling on the league’s associated party transaction rules.A vehicle outside the league’s office at Paddington carried a huge screen showing the crests of Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham with the inscription “Richard’s Masters” in subtle reference to the league’s Chief Executive Richard Masters. These had been the…

Big Brother Naija season 9 runner-up Wanni Danbaki stated that although she did not win the main prize, she believes she won. Wanni and her twin sister, Handi, began the competition together; however, Handi was eliminated in week eight. On the final day, October 6, The Nation reported that Wanni finished second to champion Kellyrae. Wanni expressed pleasure with her successes in an interview with Pulse, describing her aims as brand promotion, personal improvement, and lasting friendships. Wanni considers her Big Brother Naija trip a success, as she feels fulfilled. “For me, I feel like I won the show, because…

Nigerian renowned comedian Ali Baba described his interaction with former military commander Gen Sani Abacha as a “near-death experience”. He revealed this during the Leadership Podcast with Stephen Akintayo. According to him, the incident occurred during Abacha’s administration at a gathering in Abuja where Ali Baba was supposed to introduce the Akwa Ibom cultural group. “The first close encounter I had with death was with Sani Abacha. When Abacha was President, Ernest Shonekan had been removed so I went to do an event in Abuja and it was time for the Akwa ibom cultural group to perform. At the time,…

Vinicius Jr earned an ovation from Madrid fans at the Bernabeu on Tuesday with an outstanding performance as the club came from behind to beat Dortmund 5-2 in the Champions League. The Brazilian completed a hat-trick as Madrid rallied in the second half to turn around a 2-0 deficit. The hat trick couldn’t have come at a more auspicious time as the Ballon d’Or award ceremony comes up on Monday 28 October and Vinicius is a leading contender.Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti tipped the Brazilian forward for the award again following his exhilarating performance on Tuesday, describing him as “an extraordinary…

A major international airport serving the UK’s second-largest city was evacuated and all flights were suspended for several hours on Wednesday because of a bomb threat. West Midlands Police in central England ordered the partial closure of Birmingham Airport after receiving reports of a suspicious vehicle. Airport authorities advised passengers not to travel while those already awaiting flights were forced to leave terminals on foot with their luggage. “Whilst we apologise for any inconvenience and disruption, the safety and security of everyone at the airport was our number one priority,” a statement read. West Midlands Police said the evacuation was a…