Friday, October 23, 2026

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 18, 2026

Ivory Coast’s Elye Wahi denied entry into Canada for Germany World Cup clash amid match-fixing allegation

The Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) confirmed the development in a statement on Thursday.

Elye Wahi
June 18, 2026

Qatar govt flies 1,000 fans to Vancouver for crucial World Cup clash against Canada

The fans were flown on planes chartered by Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and are reportedly being housed in high-end hotels including the Fairmont and the JW Marriott Parq.

Qatar govt fies 1,000 fans to Vancouver
June 18, 2026

World Cup: Eight drones seized at Kansas City stadium, FBI nabs fugitive

The U.S. announced that airspace restrictions would be in place across stadiums during World Cup matches and over FIFA Fan Festival venues on each day of the tournament.

USA flag and Drone
June 17, 2026

God cleared me of corruption charges: Diezani

She said the ruling marked the end of 11 years of torment.

Diezani Alison-Madueke
June 17, 2026

Canada sends letters to new nationals to return their citizenship certificates for review

It was gathered that the individuals being contacted are people granted citizenship under the descent framework following the implementation of Bill C-3 in December last year.

Canada citizenship
June 17, 2026

Tongues wag as South African woman arrested at Thailand airport with 16kg heroin hidden in pet food bags

“It’s their best job. That’s the end of her journey in life.
They blame immigrants, while they are the main source of the illicit drugs,” @sinzumee said.

South African woman arrested at Thailand airport Photo credit: The Phuket News
June 17, 2026

Equatorial Guinea PM, ministers resign over failure to meet targets

Equatorial Guinea’s government has been disbanded following the resignation of Prime Minister Manuel Osa Nsue Nsua over the failure of his administration to meet its objectives

President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo
June 17, 2026

Iran’s national team forced out of U.S. immediately after World Cup match: Coach

“We have no idea why. I think our team is perhaps the most oppressed in the World Cup,” the coach stated.

Iranian team
June 17, 2026

U.S. unveils $1 billion humanitarian funding for UNICEF, WFP

The U.S. announced it will provide over $1 billion in funding to UNICEF and the WFP as part of President Donald Trump’s efforts to address global humanitarian crises.

President Donald Trump
June 17, 2026

Record-equalling Messi inspires Argentina, scores hat-trick against Algeria

“Everything I’m experiencing now is a bonus. I’ve been fortunate enough to achieve all my dreams,” said Messi.

Lionel Messi