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Victor Olorunfemi

Victor Olorunfemi is a sports reporter with Peoples Gazette. Prior to working with The Gazette, he was with Sports247 Nigeria, a grassroots football news platform. He is on Twitter/Facebook/Instagram @herovicofficial
June 13, 2026

Qatar earns first-ever FIFA World Cup point with late draw against Switzerland 

The 2026 World Cup is Qatar’s second appearance after making their debut as hosts of the 2022 tournament.

Qatar’s Maroon One team celebrating late goal against Switzerland
June 13, 2026

2026 FIFA World Cup: Police arrest two suspects over stolen England team items

The team is expected to arrive in Kansas City on Saturday ahead of their opening match against Croatia.

England male football team
June 13, 2026

U.S.-based Nigerian professor, wife who sued Trump govt for cancelling citizenship oath-taking are now Americans

Mr Goshit and his wife took their oaths of allegiance on Wednesday in front of family members and friends.

America-based Nigerian professor, Sunday Goshit and his wife, Regina
June 13, 2026

World Cup: Ghana, Pakistan, India, Nigeria, Columbia top countries with highest applications, refusals for Canada visitor visas

Ghana ranked as the country with the highest visa applications, which stood at 1,953 as of March.

World Cup
June 13, 2026

Six World Cup fans convicted in U.S. for flying drones, others warned  

Authorities noted that the FAA imposed a Temporary Flight Restriction across several locations in Texas during the World Cup.

USA flag and Drone
June 13, 2026

Canadian police launch manhunt for teenage shooter over killing of Toronto cop during high-profile raid

The TPS Chief Myron Demkiw said in a statement that the service was saddened by Mr Pinizzotto’s demise.

19-year-old Zara Jabbi
June 13, 2026

US-based Nigerian professor, wife who sued Trump govt for cancelling citizenship oath-taking are now Americans

Mr Goshit and his wife took their oaths of allegiance on Wednesday in front of family members and friends.

Sunday Goshit and his wife, Regina
June 13, 2026

India issues safety advisory over rising drowning cases of nationals in Canada

“It is advised to follow all safety instructions, avoid entering unfamiliar/unsafe waters and wear life jackets where required/recommended,” the consulate stated.

Safety advisory
June 13, 2026

Trump govt resumes processing immigration benefits for Nigerians, 38 other nationalities

Citing national security concerns, the policies were initially imposed on 19 countries.

U.S. President Donald
June 12, 2026

U.S. govt partners UFC to promote sports diplomacy worldwide

The signing of the partnership was part of activities lined up for UFC Freedom 250.

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)