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02 Apr

Lionel Messi’s Bodyguard Banned

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Lionel Messi’s personal bodyguard, Yassine Cheuko, has revealed that he has been banned from stepping onto the pitch to protect the Inter Miami star, as Major League Soccer (MLS) enforces new security measures. Cheuko, a former Navy SEAL, has been a key part of Messi’s security team since the Argentine legend moved to the United States in 2023. He was regularly seen patrolling the sidelines and stepping in to tackle pitch invaders attempting to approach the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner during matches. However, MLS has now restricted his role to off-field protection, preventing him from intervening during games. Speaking to…

02 Apr

World Cup Qualifiers: South Africa To Lose 3 Points, 3 Goals For Fielding Ineligible Player Against Lesotho

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FIFA will award three points and three goals to Lesotho following South Africa's 2-0 win in their 2026 World Cup qualifier match, after South Africa fielded an ineligible player, Theboho Mokoena. Mokoena was meant to serve a suspension after receiving two yellow cards in previous matches, against Benin Republic and Zimbabwe, yet he played in the match in Polokwane. As a result, South Africa forfeits the three points from the game and is also penalized with the addition of three goals for Lesotho. Despite Lesotho initially filing a complaint with FIFA over the matter, rumors suggest the complaint may have…

02 Apr

Bawumia Donates Over 3,000 Bags Of Rice To Muslims During Eid-ul-Fitr

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Former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, over the weekend dispatched more than 3,300 bags of rice across the country to support underprivileged Muslims in celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr. Dr Bawumia's generous donation covered all sixteen regions and was distributed through regional representatives tasked with identifying individuals in dire need of assistance. Eid-ul-Fitr, which marks the end of a month-long fast during Ramadan, is a day of feasting, and Muslims are encouraged to support one another to ensure that no one goes hungry on such a joyous occasion. Bawumia’s timely donation is expected to bring relief to many households that often struggle to…

02 Apr

Forbes List: These Are The Richest People In Africa

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Forbes has released its 2025 Billionaires List, showcasing Africa’s wealthiest individuals, with business moguls Aliko Dangote, Johann Rupert, Nicky Oppenheimer, and Mike Adenuga making the cut. The annual ranking, published on Saturday, reveals that Africa now boasts 22 billionaires, with their collective wealth soaring to $105 billion—up from $82.4 billion in 2024. This surge has been attributed to rising market valuations and economic gains. At the helm of the list is Aliko Dangote, owner of Dangote Petroleum Refinery, with a staggering net worth of $23.9 billion, a sharp increase from $13.9 billion last year. Forbes credited this jump to the…

02 Apr

Jokic Sets NBA Record In 61-Point Haul

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The Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic hit a career-high 61 points as he recorded the highest-scoring triple-double in NBA history. The Serb, a three-time MVP, claimed 10 rebounds and 10 assists in a 140-139 overtime defeat by the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena. The previous record was held by Nuggets team-mate Russell Westbrook, who scored 57 points and made 13 rebounds and 11 assists for Oklahoma City Thunder in 2017. Westbrook, who joined the Nuggets in 2024, missed a lay-up with 10 seconds remaining in overtime with the Nuggets leading 139-138. He then fouled Nickeil Alexander-Walker in trying to block a…

02 Apr

Ja Rule Tours National Museum Ahead Of Nuaso School Commissioning

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American rapper and philanthropist Ja Rule is back in Ghana, reaffirming his commitment to education ahead of the commissioning of a six-unit classroom block for Nuaso Anglican Primary School in the Eastern Region. The project, which he initiated last year in partnership with the non-profit organisation Pencils of Promise (PoP), aims to improve learning conditions for young students. Ahead of the commissioning, Ja Rule took a private tour of Ghana’s National Museum, where he reflected on the significance of the project and his deepening connection to Ghana. “Education is something I’m really passionate about. Beyond classrooms, I want to build more facilities,…

02 Apr

Fans Confused As Wizkid Deletes Instagram Posts

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Nigerian music star Wizkid has again deleted all posts from his Instagram account, leaving his 18 million followers in suspense. The unexpected move, which happened on Monday, has sparked widespread speculation, with fans and industry insiders debating its significance. This isn’t the first time Wizkid has taken such an action. The Grammy-winning artiste previously wiped his page clean in August 2019 and July 2022, both times ahead of the release of his album More Love, Less Ego. While the reason behind his latest social media reset remains unclear, fans are eagerly watching for any signs of a new project or major announcement.…

02 Apr

‘Batman’ Actor Val Kilmer Dead At 65

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Hollywood actor Val Kilmer, known for his roles in some of the biggest movies of the 1980s and 90s, including Top Gun and Batman Forever, has died aged 65. He also starred in 1991’s The Doors – playing the legendary band’s frontman Jim Morrison – plus the Western Tombstone and crime drama Heat. Kilmer died of pneumonia on Tuesday in Los Angeles, his daughter Mercedes told US media. She said her father had been diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014 but later recovered. Tracheotomy surgery affected his voice and curtailed his acting career, but he returned to the screen to…

02 Apr

Fuel Prices Set To Rise From Today; But Not All OMCs Will Follow Suit

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Prices of petroleum products are expected to see marginal increases at the pumps starting today, April 2. This is based on the latest Pricing Outlook Report obtained by JoyBusiness, which guides Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) from April 1 to April 15, 2025. According to the report, petrol prices are projected to rise by 2%, bringing the price per liter to GHC 15.20, while diesel will increase by 1.1% to GHC 15.35 per liter. However, there is a slight relief for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), which is expected to drop marginally by 0.3%, with a kilogram selling at GH¢17.30. These price…

02 Apr

Woman Who Allegedly Abandoned Baby At Zebilla Market Arrested

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The Bawku West District Police have arrested a young lady for allegedly abandoning her four-day-old baby at the Zebilla market. The suspect and her accomplice, who are siblings, were arrested at Kuloko, a suburb of the Binduri District in the Upper East Region. The Assembly Member for the Kuloko electoral area, Joseph Anaba, confirmed the arrest in an interview with Accra-based Citi News. Mr. Anaba revealed that the suspect conceived months earlier without knowing the identity of the father. The baby was found behind some shops on Friday, March 28, 2025, after a customer heard a cry while shopping. The…