Author: David Great

Manchester City Football Club has emerged victorious in its dispute with the Premier League over the Associated Party Transaction, APT rules. The ruling came after the publication of the Rule X Arbitral Tribunal Award, which found several aspects of the Premier League’s handling of the APT regulations to be unlawful. In a statement released by the club on Monday, it expressed gratitude to the members of the Arbitral Tribunal for their work and considerations and welcomed the findings. “The club has succeeded with its claim: the Associated Party Transaction (APT) rules have been found to be unlawful, and the…

Hezbollah fired rockets at Haifa, Israel’s third largest city as Israel’s military said around 135 projectiles had entered Israeli territory on Monday as of 5 p.m. (1400 GMT) on the anniversary of Oct. 7 attacks. Hezbollah, an ally of Hamas, said it targeted a military base south of Haifa with “Fadi 1” missiles and later areas north of Haifa in a second salvo of missiles. It also said it launched another strike on Tiberias, 65 km (40 miles) away on the shores of the Sea of Galilee. An Israeli military statement said five rockets were launched towards Haifa, also a…

The Lagos State Taskforce has intensified its clampdown on illegal commercial motorcycle operations, known as okada, with the recent seizure of 82 motorcycles in a series of raids across Berger, Mile 2 Oke, and Orile areas of the state. Speaking on the operation, Chairman of the Lagos State Taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele, reiterated the agency’s zero-tolerance stance towards illegal okada activities in restricted areas. He warned that both riders and their passengers found violating the law would face strict penalties. “Passengers on okada are as guilty as the riders. If caught, they will face the full weight of the law…

Aston Villa have announced that striker Jhon Durán has signed a new contract, keeping him at the club until 2030. The 20-year-old forward has been in impressive form at the start of this season, scoring six goals, including a crucial winner on Wednesday that led Villa to a memorable victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League. “Aston Villa are delighted to announce that Jhon Durán has signed a new contract with the club until 2030. The 20-year-old has been in sparkling form at the start of this season, scoring six times, including the only goal on Wednesday night which…

The Nigerian government has expressed concern over the lack of willingness among many Nigerians in Lebanon to return home despite the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. According to a statement issued by Ambassador Eche Abu-Obe, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, only about 500 Nigerians have registered for evacuation, though over 2,000 are currently residing in Lebanon. “Even though most of them have not indicated a willingness to return home in spite of the persuasion by our embassy, we will continue to do everything to ensure the safety of our citizens,” Abu-Obe stated. The ministry stated the importance…

Israel has blasted over 40,000 targets in the Gaza Strip over the last year, discovered 4,700 tunnel shafts, and destroyed 1,000 rocket launcher positions, according to the military on Monday, the one-year anniversary of the Hamas-led militant strikes that prompted Israel’s invasion on the territory. The military reported that 726 Israeli soldiers had been killed since October 7, 2023, based on a list of personnel whose identities it had authorisation to publish. Of those, 380 died in the October 7 attacks and 346 in Gaza warfare beginning October 27, 2023. Since then, there have been 4,576 injuries among personnel. The…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is set to automate foreign currency trades from December, ditching a nearly decade-old over-the-counter trading system in a bid to enhance transparency and remove market distortions. The central bank in seeking to boost liquidity in its currency markets, announced that the new system would “facilitate a market-driven exchange rate accessible to the public”. It also released new guidelines for players in the foreign exchange market. “This development is expected to reduce speculative activities, eliminate market distortions and give the CBN improved oversight,” the bank said in a circular dated Oct. 2. The CBN said…

Canadians have called for the boycott of restaurant chain Tim Hortons following an overwhelming increase in hiring of immigrants, mainly Indians, and the poor standard of its food. On social media, Canadians assert that the company lacks the quality it used to have in terms of customer care service, food quality, and hiring of Canadians. On social media, The Buck You Will expressed disappointment with Tim Hortons, saying, “Join the boycott.” Tim Hortons’ does not represent Canadian values anymore. Hit them where it hurts—their bottom line. Their coffee is watered down. Their food is inedible. Their staff doesn’t speak English.…

King Salman of Saudi Arabia is expected to undergo medical tests after he was diagnosed with lung infection, Saudi Press Agency said on Sunday, “will undergo some medical tests this evening, …based on the recommendations of the royal clinics, due to a lung infection.” The 88-year-old king has been on the throne since 2015, though his son, Mohammed bin Salman, 39, was named crown prince in 2017 and acts as day-to-day ruler. Saudi Arabia, the world’s biggest crude oil exporter, has for years sought to quell speculation over King Salman’s health. The monarch’s well-being is rarely discussed, but the Royal…

Israel bombed targets in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip on Sunday, one year after the Oct. 7 strikes that launched the conflict, as Israel’s defence minister proclaimed all possibilities for retribution against arch-enemy Iran. Hezbollah rockets launched late on Sunday from Lebanon evaded Israeli air defence systems and landed in Haifa, Israel’s third-largest city, causing structural damage, according to police. According to Israeli media, rocket strikes in Haifa and Tiberias injured ten persons. Hezbollah said it had targeted a military site south of Haifa with a salvo of “Fadi 1” missiles. Israeli air strikes battered Beirut’s southern suburbs on Sunday…