Lionel Messi will receive an honorary doctorate from the University of Buenos Aires on October 6 in recognition of his football career and representation of Argentina.
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Jorge Jesus Explains Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal Absence as Captain Leaves Training Camp!
Portugal coach Jorge Jesus has explained Cristiano Ronaldo’s recent absence as part of a planned workload strategy, while the Portugal captain has since left the national team camp.
US Congratulates Nigeria at 66, Reaffirms Commitment to Stronger Bilateral Ties!
The United States has congratulated Nigeria on its 66th Independence Anniversary, reaffirming its commitment to stronger bilateral ties and continued cooperation.
Tolu Bankole Urges Nigerians to Support Tinubu’s Economic Reforms as Nigeria Marks 66th Independence!
APC chieftain Tolu Bankole urges Nigerians to support President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, citing GDP growth, inflation trends and ongoing fiscal and financial-sector changes.
Plateau Governor Pardons 130 Inmates, Commutes Four Death Sentences to Life Imprisonment!
Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang has pardoned 130 inmates and commuted four death sentences to life imprisonment after consulting the State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy.
US Government AI Chatbot Changes Political Answers After Contradicting Trump Claims!
The US government’s America.gov AI chatbot changed some political responses after initially providing government-sourced answers that contradicted several claims associated with Donald Trump.
Katsina Signs ₦828.58bn 2027 Budget: What the New Appropriation Law Means for Residents!
Katsina Governor Dikko Radda has signed the ₦828.58 billion 2027 Appropriation Law, with 77% allocated to capital spending. Here’s what the budget means.
World Cleanup Day: Ekiti Students Turn Environmental Awareness Into a Call for Cleaner Communities!
Ekiti students launch the “Keep Ekiti Clean, Keep Ekiti Green” campaign for World Cleanup Day, promoting environmental responsibility, cleaner communities and sustainable waste management.
Nigeria at 66: Bamidele Urges Politicians to Put National Peace Ahead of 2027 Ambitions!
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has urged Nigerian politicians to avoid inflammatory rhetoric and prioritise peace, unity and lawful political competition ahead of the 2027 elections.
Nobel Peace Prize Jury Treads Carefully After Trump Campaign as 2026 Award Decision Nears!
The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize decision is approaching as Donald Trump’s public campaign for the award draws renewed attention to the Norwegian Nobel Committee and its confidential selection process.
Five EU Nations Plan African Return Hub for Rejected Asylum Seekers by 2027!
Five EU nations — Germany, Greece, Austria, Denmark and the Netherlands — are advancing plans for a return hub in Africa for rejected asylum seekers by 2027.
Michael Jordan’s ‘Last Dance’ Jersey Sells for Record $12.26 Million at Auction!
Michael Jordan’s 1998 NBA Finals Game 3 jersey has sold for $12.26 million, setting a new record for an NBA game-worn jersey.
Nigeria and Kenya Record 68% Trust in News as Global Confidence Falls to Record Low!
Nigeria and Kenya recorded 68% trust in news in the Reuters Institute’s 2026 Digital News Report as global news trust fell to 37%.
Benue NDC Ward Chairman Igbu Terhemen Dies After Alleged Attack in Makurdi!
Igbu Terhemen, the NDC chairman of Fiidi Council Ward in Makurdi, Benue State, has died after he was reportedly found unconscious near his residence following an alleged attack.
Tinubu Rules Out Return to Fuel Subsidy, Says Nigeria Must Sustain Economic Reforms!
President Bola Tinubu has ruled out a return to Nigeria’s petrol subsidy regime, defending economic reforms while promoting CNG and other measures to reduce transportation costs.