Author: New Daily Prime

Liverpool first-choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker will be out with a hamstring injury until late November, the club has confirmed. The Brazilian got injured in Liverpool’s 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday, leaving the game on a stretcher in the 79th minute and replaced by Vitezslav Jaros. The Reds will be counting on second-choice goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher to fill in for Alisson at the end of the international break.Liverpool are off to a good start this season after the managerial change that occurred over the summer with Arne Slot taking over from Jurgen Klopp. Alisson, who has continued as Liverpool’s…

Italy striker Mario Balotelli is reportedly close to sealing a return to Serie A. Balotelli, 34, has played in 11 different clubs in what has been an illustrious career, including top teams in Italian and English football including Milan, Inter, Manchester City and Liverpool. The former prodigy has moved around quite a bit since 2016, playing last for Turkish side Adana Demirspor where he scored seven goals in 16 Super Lig appearances.The former Italian champion became a free agent in the summer and has not found a definite deal with any side. That might change soon, however, according to reports.…

Nigerian superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, recently celebrated the first birthday of his twin children.The New Daily Prime recalls that the award-winning Afrobeat artist and his wife, Chioma Rowland, welcomed their twins in the United States on Tuesday, October 9, 2023.On Wednesday, Davido shared a heartfelt tribute on his verified X account, expressing gratitude for their lives.He posted a photo adorned with two baby face emojis and wrote, “+1 Alhamdulillah.”Fans of the music star took to various social media platforms to share birthday wishes and prayers for the twins.A few months ago, the Timeless hitmaker expressed his joy…

A Nigerian woman named Stella has claimed that she became pregnant by the renowned artist Burna Boy, describing it as a natural outcome for couples in love. She emphasized that, as a woman, conceiving is a normal part of life, especially given her fertility. However, when Burna Boy’s mother learned of the pregnancy, she denied the allegations, which left the woman feeling deeply distressed. Stella expressed her disappointment, noting that Burna Boy’s mother, as a woman herself, should understand the significance of pregnancy yet continued to dismiss her claims despite knowing she was carrying her son’s child. In response to…

Kellyrae, the Big Brother Naija season 9 winner, said that he and his wife split the prize money. After being provoked with the question, he announced this during a live video chat with his supporters on social media.According to him, he now has N60 million after sending N55 million to his wife, Kassia, to take care of herself.They continued to answer fans’ questions while playing in the cute way that most happy couples do.“The money is 60M, I’ve sent Kassia 55M already to take care of herself,” he said. It should be noted that the reality star won the BBNaija…

Popular Nigerian actress Funke Akindele resorted to social media to encourage her fans and followers to promote love and kindness, underlining the power of words and the significance of building a supportive community. In her message posted on X, Akindele emphasized the significance of kindness and compassion, particularly in the context of social media. She acknowledged that everyone has their own struggles and stresses that words can have a powerful impact, either uplifting or hurting people. Akindele encouraged her followers to promote a culture of support and love, reminding them that bullying isn’t limited to physical actions; verbal attacks can…

Controversial clergy Chukwuemeka Cyril Ohanaemere best known as Prophet Odumeje has generated a lot of buzz online after claiming that he has been fasting and praying since 1996.During a recent church service, he emphasised his deep commitment to this spiritual discipline.According to him, he rarely eats since he is continuously in prayer and fasting, which he has done since 1996.He claimed that he rarely eats at home and instead prays and fasts every day.Addressing his congregation, Odumeje stated, “Since 1996, I’ve been in fasting and prayer till today.” He went on to explain how his continuous commitment to prayer has resulted in a…

In a surprising development, the Federal Government has directed Nigerians to seek official permission before using the national anthem in any public or private setting. This announcement was made today, stressing the importance of respecting the anthem as a national symbol. “Individuals, organizations, and institutions must seek approval from the relevant authorities before using the national anthem at events or in productions,” the government stated. The directive is aimed at ensuring proper usage and maintaining the integrity of the anthem. This move has raised questions among the public, as the national anthem has traditionally been used at various gatherings without…

Kogi State has taken the lead in a coalition of 15 Nigerian governors seeking a court order to prevent the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from investigating them after their terms in office end. The states involved in the legal move include Kogi, Ondo, Edo, Oyo, Ogun, Nasarawa, Kebbi, Katsina, Sokoto, Jigawa, Enugu, Benue, Anambra, Plateau, Cross River, and Niger. The governors have approached the courts, seeking protection from post-office probes by the EFCC, Nigeria’s anti-graft agency. The move is aimed at blocking potential investigations into their financial dealings during their time in office, sparking widespread debate on the…

A study published in Nature Aging suggests that the dramatic rise in human life expectancy witnessed over the past century may be hitting the brakes. While healthier diets and medical advancements fuelled a near doubling of life expectancy in the 19th and 20th centuries, researchers now say the rate of increase has slowed significantly in recent decades. This revelation challenges the prevailing notion that most people born today will live past 100. Instead, experts are urging a shift in focus from merely extending lifespan to prioritizing “health span” – the number of years lived in good health. “Our result overturns…