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By Emma Nnadozie The mayor-elect of Ekwusigo Local Government Area of Anambra State, Hon. Ifeanyi Onuchukwu (Ikeora), has thanked the people of the area for their overwhelming support and confidence during the August 29 local government elections. Onuchukwu, in a statement on Sunday, said the massive turnout and peaceful participation of the electorate demonstrated their hope for unity, progress and a better future for the local government. He said he was deeply honoured by the mandate given to him and pledged to serve the people with humility, responsibility and unwavering commitment. “This victory belongs to every son and daughter of…

Former Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has described Lionel Messi as the best player in the world currently. Casemiro made the assertion following Inter Miami’s impressive 7-1 victory over CF Montreal. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner netted four goals for Angel Guillermo Hoyos’ team on Saturday, August 29. Two of Messi’s four goals were spectacular free kicks, while he also assisted Luis Suarez’s goal. Recommended Casemiro contributed to the scoreline by netting the opening goal for the Herons. Speaking after the match, Casemiro hailed his Inter Miami teammate. He said the Argentine remains the best player in the world, a status…

News » Premier League news » Chelsea newsAugust 30, 2026 14:27 GMT (UK), by Ketan Patel View Chelsea transfer targets Chelsea have told Jamie Gittens that he must stay at Stamford Bridge, despite reports linking the English winger with a move away from the club. According to the Standard, the west London side have made their stance clear amid suggestions that Gittens could return to Borussia Dortmund or join Italian outfit Roma. The message from Chelsea is understood to be firm: the player is expected to remain with the club rather than pursue an exit.Gittens has been described as wantaway amid the speculation, but…

The quake damaged more than 3,800 educational facilities and has affected the education of more than one million students. Nearly 178,000 attend schools that suffered serious structural damage. UN Resident Coordinator in Colombia María José Torres Macho said recruitment was already a concern in those areas before the disaster, where illegal armed groups are active.“We are concerned that the situation of children out of school can exacerbate this problem,” she told reporters at UN Headquarters. In Chocó, some rural schools were completely destroyed, others partially collapsed and several remain at imminent risk of collapse. Assessments are also continuing in Risaralda and Caldas…

The iPhone 17 closed the gap between Apple’s entry-level phone and the pricier Pro models last year with long-overdue display upgrades, alongside nifty camera and durability improvements. Apple also made new features like Center Stage (its new selfie camera) and Dual Capture available across the entire lineup, making the iPhone 17 an even better value. A year later, it has become the most affordable entry-level flagship across brands, thanks to Samsung and Google raising the prices of their entry-level models due to a surge in RAM prices driven by AI and data centers. August is usually when we suggest to…

FRSC has promoted 104 Personnel and charged them on professionalism. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Ekiti State Command, has promoted and decorated 104 personnel, comprising 25 officers and 79 other ranks. The newly promoted personnel were decorated during separate ceremonies held at the Command Headquarters and various Unit Commands across Ekiti State. Speaking at the ceremony, the Sector Commander, FRSC Ekiti State Command, Sanya Adeoye, congratulated the beneficiaries and commended the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, for approving their promotions.  Adeoye urged the personnel to justify the confidence reposed in them by demonstrating greater professionalism, discipline and dedication in the…

Investors submitted N3.63 trillion in bids for Nigeria’s one-year Treasury bills at the latest auction, more than seven times the N500 billion placed on offer as demand for longer-dated government securities strengthened. The 364-day instrument dominated the Treasury bills auction conducted on August 26, accounting for almost 96 percent of the N3.79 trillion submitted across the three maturities. Despite the volume of money seeking the instrument, the stop rate declined to 17.15 percent from 17.59 percent at the preceding auction, a reduction of 44 basis points. The outcome allowed the government to raise more than initially planned while paying a…

Devastating floods near the border with China killed at least 734 people in Nepal and 2,498 remain missing, its disaster authority said Sunday, as rescue efforts entered a fifth day. Chinese state media had earlier confirmed 16 dead in Tibet and 546 people missing following Wednesday’s disaster. That takes the overall toll to 750 dead and 3,044 missing. The number of missing in Nepal rose from the 2,426 recorded in its last update on Saturday evening. That list included 589 foreigners, an increase from the 517 previously listed as out of contact. It also included 933 workers on hydropower projects…

Galatasaray head coach, Okan Buruk has heaped praise on Victor Osimhen following Saturday night’s thrilling 3-2 victory over Göztepe at RAMS Park. The title holders rallied from a goal down to win the keenly contested encounter. Osimhen registered a goal and an assist to help the Yellow and Reds secure maximum points. The Nigeria international scored braces in Galatasaray’s opening two matches before the clash with Göztepe. Recommended The 27-year-old has now recorded five goals and two assists in three matches for Galatasaray this season. Buruk highlighted the improvement in the striker’s game. “Our shot count has never been this high. Osimhen…

News » Premier League news » Arsenal newsAugust 29, 2026 20:39 GMT (UK), by Sri Aswin View Arsenal transfer targets Martinez could make Chelsea debut vs Arsenal Chelsea’s latest signing, Emiliano Martinez, could make his Premier League debut against his former club Arsenal next weekend. The Argentine recently made the switch to the Blues from Aston Villa in a deal worth £7.5 million. The goalkeeper underwent his medical yesterday before signing his contract, and could be introduced to the fans tomorrow.Martinez was not registered on time to face Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge, but the World Cup winner will certainly be in the…