The American-born pontiff spoke by telephone with Israel’s Isaac Herzog and, separately, Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky, in which the humanitarian situation in each war zone was discussed, the Vatican said.

Brazil international Raphinha is sidelined until May with a hamstring injury, opening the door for Rashford.

At least 12 people were injured in the emirate of Abu Dhabi on Friday as a result of falling debris following the interception of an attack, the government media office said.

Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell posted a statement on X late Thursday that George “will be retiring from his position… effective immediately.”

Nigerian Afrobeats singer Bella Shmurda has opened up about a difficult period in his career when poor financial choices almost pushed him into bankruptcy.

The Presidency has explained why President Bola Tinubu met victims of the recent Jos attack at the airport rather than visiting affected communities directly.

Atletico Madrid are reportedly unhappy with how Ademola Lookman was utilised by Nigeria during the March international break.

“This decision became necessary as it concerns the lives and welfare of our people, especially the future leaders studying outside the state,” the governor stated.

In just 10 days, FC Barcelona and Atlético Madrid will play three fierce games: two in the UEFA Champions League and one in the league.

The Oyo State Government on Friday went ahead with the coronation of selected high chiefs in Ibadan, despite the absence of Sharafadeen Alli, Adebayo Akande and Lateef Oyelade, who had earlier notified the authorities of their unavailability and requested a postponement.