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Ange Postecoglou joins Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr as new head coach
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Ange Postecoglou joins Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr as new head coach

Ange Postecoglou has joined Al Nassr on a two-year deal, linking up with star forward Cristiano Ronaldo, the Saudi League champions announcedThe former Tottenham and Australia coach, 60, has been out of work since being sacked by Nottingham Forest in October after just 39 days and eight games in charge.A statement from the club read: "A new chapter. Mr Ange Postecoglou as coach of the first football team at Al-Nassr club. And that with a contract extending for two seasons."Our best wishes for success to him and his staff in their journey with the global club, God willing."The Greece-born Australian began his coaching career in Melbourne, rising to take charge of the Socceroos in 2013, and taking them to the 2014 World Cup.He left in 2017 and, after a stint in Japan, spe...
PFIPC Scandal: NANS Rejects Calls for Gbajabiamila’s Removal, Demands Due Process
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PFIPC Scandal: NANS Rejects Calls for Gbajabiamila’s Removal, Demands Due Process

The National Association of Nigerian Students has cautioned President Bola Tinubu against taking any action against the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, over allegations linked to the controversy surrounding Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, insisting that no public official should be sanctioned on the basis of claims that have yet to be proven.The student body said while it remained committed to accountability and the fight against corruption, justice must be guided by due process, fairness and the rule of law rather than public pressure.In a statement issued on Friday and signed by its President, Akinteye Babatunde, NANS urged the President to resist growing calls for Gbajabiamila’s removal until competent authorities conclude ongoing investigations.“The fight agains...
Delta approves 50 CNG buses, mega terminal for mass transit
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Delta approves 50 CNG buses, mega terminal for mass transit

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the purchase of 50 Compressed Natural Gas buses, the acquisition of electric vehicles and the construction of a mega bus terminal in Asaba to improve public transportation in the state.The approvals were part of the decisions reached at the State Executive Council meeting presided over by the governor.Briefing journalists after the meeting on Friday in Asaba, the state Commissioner for Transport, Onoriode Agofure, said the projects followed a transportation study carried out across major cities in the state.He said the survey covered Asaba, Warri, Ughelli, Agbor, Sapele, Abraka and Oleh.According to Agofure, the study showed that more than 19,000 people move around the state daily, with about 80 per cent depending on pu...
Lagos Records Nigeria’s Highest HIV Burden as More Residents Turn to Private STI Screening
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Lagos Records Nigeria’s Highest HIV Burden as More Residents Turn to Private STI Screening

If you live in Lagos—or visit the city often—this is worth your attention.According to the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare’s State of the Health of the Nation Report 2025, Lagos recorded the highest number of HIV diagnoses in Nigeria in 2025, with 10,430 cases documented through testing.As Nigeria’s commercial hub, Lagos sees millions of people living, working, and connecting every day. But another factor is also driving these numbers: many people still delay HIV and STI screening because of inconvenience, privacy concerns, or fear of stigma.That’s why more people are choosing private STI screening.Venchecker is a 4-in-1 rapid STI screening kit designed to help you privately screen for HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and Syphilis from the comfort of you...
Arrest anyone involved in crime, even if it’s my Son, Adeleke tells IG {VIDEO}
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Arrest anyone involved in crime, even if it’s my Son, Adeleke tells IG {VIDEO}

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has declared that he does not condone criminality, saying security agencies should arrest anyone found culpable, including members of his family.Adeleke made the remarks on Friday while responding to the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, during a courtesy visit to the Government House in Osogbo, the state capital.The governor’s response followed allegations by the IGP that the Osun State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Gotan, had briefed him that some criminal suspects being sought by the police were allegedly taking refuge in the Government House.Reacting, Adeleke denied shielding criminals and urged the police to arrest anyone found to have committed an offence.“If you see any of my people that committed a crime, arrest ...
Cape Verde Can Upset Argentina at FIFA World Cup, Says Coach Bubista
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Cape Verde Can Upset Argentina at FIFA World Cup, Says Coach Bubista

Cape Verde head coach Bubista is confident his team can pull off another major upset when they face defending champions Argentina national football team in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Miami on Friday.The Blue Sharks have emerged as one of the tournament’s surprise packages in their World Cup debut. After holding Spain national football team to a draw in the group stage, they stunned Uruguay national football team to secure a place in the knockout rounds.Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, cruised through the group stage and remain among the favourites to successfully defend their World Cup title.Despite the daunting challenge, Bubista believes his players are capable of making more history.“We’re ecstatic. Reaching the knockout phase means making history yet ...
Court Orders Father-in-Law to Refund Bride Price With Interest After Daughter’s Affair With Husband’s Nephew
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Court Orders Father-in-Law to Refund Bride Price With Interest After Daughter’s Affair With Husband’s Nephew

A traditional court in Zimbabwe has ordered a father-in-law to refund the bride price (lobola) paid for his daughter after she admitted to having an affair with her husband's relative during their marriage before leaving to live with him.According to The Manica Post, the ruling was delivered by Chief Mutasa after Aleck Magadu brought the matter before the traditional court following the breakdown of his marriage to 31-year-old Theresa Zimhuwu. Chief Mutasa ordered Zimhuwu's parents to refund the undisclosed bride price they received from Magadu, with an annual interest rate of 10 percent. The amount is to be paid in full by August 2026.The chief said the interest reflected the time Magadu had invested in the marriage, adding that he believed he had found a lifelong partner only for...
Eight Tunisian Players Return Positive Doping Tests at World Cup
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Eight Tunisian Players Return Positive Doping Tests at World Cup

Eight players in Tunisia's World Cup squad have tested positive for clenbuterol, a substance on the banned list of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).According to The Times, the players ingested the substance by eating contaminated meat at their World Cup base in Mexico.The clubs of the players have been informed about the situation; however, it is likely that FIFA will not impose a penalty because the incident is assessed to originate from contaminated food sources, rather than intentional use of banned substances.Tunisia endured a miserable tournament, losing 5-1 to Sweden on June 15, 4-0 to Japan on June 21 and 3-1 to the Netherlands on June 26.Meanwhile, there is a history of athletes testing positive in Mexico after unknowingly eating contaminated meat.In the...
African Union calls emergency meeting as US ends Somalia army funds
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African Union calls emergency meeting as US ends Somalia army funds

The African Union (AU) has convened an emergency meeting to discuss the future of its peacekeeping mission in Somalia after the United States announced it would end critical funding for the operation, citing a lack of progress in the fight against the Islamist militant group Al-Shabaab.The African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), which provides about 12,000 troops in support of the Somali military, relies heavily on logistical support from the UN Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS), much of which is funded by the United States.According to a July 1 letter from Washington, the US will end payments to UNSOS at the end of 2026 and will oppose further UN logistical support for AUSSOM at the UN Security Council. A senior African diplomat, who confirmed the lett...
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp set to become new Germany coach
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Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp set to become new Germany coach

Former Liverpool coach Jürgen Klopp has agreed to become the new head coach of the Germany national football team after the departure of Julian Nagelsmann following the country's disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.The German Football Association (DFB) confirmed on Friday that it has begun talks with Klopp after parting ways with Nagelsmann, who stepped down in the wake of Germany's shock Round of 32 elimination to Paraguay. The federation said Klopp has already indicated he is willing in principle to take over the role.“Regarding the appointment of a new coach, the DFB leadership will now seek talks with Jürgen Klopp. He has already signaled his general willingness to take on the position,” DFB said.Klopp stepped down as Liverpool manager in the summer of 2024, aft...
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