RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA September 20, 2025 — Portuguese football legend and Al-Nassr forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, has fired back at critics who have questioned the decision of his compatriot, Joao Felix, to join him at the Saudi Arabian club. Ronaldo described the backlash as unfair and laced with “double standards,” arguing that players should not be
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND September 20, 2025 — Newly appointed Manchester United manager, Ruben Amorim, has once again made it clear that he has no intention of abandoning his preferred tactical setup, despite ongoing scrutiny and mixed results since taking charge at Old Trafford. Speaking to reporters ahead of the club’s next Premier League fixture, Amorim reaffirmed
LAGOS, NIGERIA — The Nigerian equities market closed the week on a bullish note, with investor sentiment boosted significantly by strong performances in the consumer goods sector. The NGX All-Share Index soared by 1,299 points, reflecting renewed confidence across key market segments and marking one of the most positive trading weeks in recent months. Market
In what many are already calling one of the most remarkable upsets in international rugby history, Canada has secured a place in the Rugby World Cup final after a jaw-dropping victory over six-time champions, New Zealand, sending shockwaves across the global sporting community. The match, played in front of a thunderous crowd, saw the Canadian
HELSINKI, FINLAND — In a significant development that has sparked renewed interest among skilled professionals across Nigeria, the Finnish government has officially opened its employment portal to foreign workers — including Nigerians — with an attractive offer of a minimum monthly wage equivalent to over ₦2.2 million. This move is part of Finland’s broader efforts
In a significant move aimed at elevating the experience of Hajj pilgrims, the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites has officially launched the Kidana Path project in Muzdalifah — a vital infrastructural upgrade strategically executed to ease movement, enhance comfort, and support millions of Muslims undertaking the sacred pilgrimage. The ambitious project covers
Istanbul, Turkey – September 20, 2025 Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen is expected to remain sidelined until the end of the month after sustaining an ankle ligament injury during Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against Rwanda on September 6. The Galatasaray forward, who was forced off in the first half of the match, has already missed his
Osogbo, Osun State – September 20, 2025 The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Osun State chapter, has directed its members to withdraw their services and stay away from work, declaring an indefinite strike over unresolved welfare issues and stalled promotions. In a statement signed by the union’s chairman, Idris Adedayo Adeniran, the workers accused
Washington, D.C. | September 20, 2025 President Donald Trump has introduced a sweeping change to the United States’ H-1B visa program, imposing a $100,000 annual application fee on employers seeking to hire foreign skilled workers. The proclamation, signed at the White House on Friday, is part of a broader immigration overhaul aimed at tightening access
Abuja, Nigeria – September 20, 2025 The Red Cross Society of China has donated 1,000 family relief kits to the Nigerian Red Cross Society to support communities affected by widespread flooding across the country. The handover ceremony, held at the Nigerian Red Cross headquarters in Abuja, was facilitated through the Chinese Embassy. Alongside the relief
