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Barcelona and Spain winger Lamine Yamal has expressed that his love for football, rather than money, goals or assists, is what drives him to play. In a recent interview with The Guardian, the teenager shared that he feels most fulfilled when he can showcase his creativity, support his teammates, and generate scoring opportunities. Yamal emphasised that he wants to focus on the joy of the game rather than get caught up in personal statistics. He believes that an obsession with individual achievements could distract from the overall enjoyment of football. Source link

Poland and Lithuania are developing an international evacuation plan for civilians amid potential military threats. The plan would enable residents from Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia to cross into Poland if necessary. Vilmantas Vitkauskas, head of Lithuania’s National Crisis Management Centre, revealed that preparations are already under way, with officials from both nations reviewing logistics, procedures, and infrastructure. A detailed plan will follow once an agreement is reached. These efforts are part of Lithuania’s “Vyčio Skliautas 2026” exercises, which began on 25 September to test the nation’s mobilisation system and cooperative crisis response. Running until 3 October, the drills include practical…

Fresh legal disputes may arise over political party primaries for the 2027 elections following the Supreme Court’s recent decision to reinstate certain provisions of the Electoral Act 2026, which govern party membership and candidate nominations. In other news, Nollywood has broken a Guinness World Record for the largest audience at a movie screening, with over 51,000 Nigerians gathering at Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos to watch the crime thriller Black Market. Meanwhile, Solomon Adeola, the Ogun State APC governorship candidate, clarified that he changed his name from Sulaimon Ogunleye to Solomon Adeola after converting from Islam to Christianity. In Kwara…

Pope Leo XIV travelled along the Champs-Élysées in a “popemobile” on Saturday, celebrating an open-air Mass before hundreds of thousands in Paris during his four-day visit to France. This marks the first official papal visit to the country in nearly 20 years. The 71-year-old pontiff led a service at Place de la Concorde, where a large canopy served as a makeshift altar. “It is truly good and pleasant when brothers and sisters come together and glorify the greatness of God,” he said, dressed in white vestments. An estimated 800,000 people attended the event, stretching over two kilometres past the Arc…

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Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) Eradication at Forefront of African Livestock Health Initiatives Dar es Salaam: Millions of African families rely on sheep and goats for vital resources, including food, school fees, and medical care. These animals are central to household resilience, particularly in rural communities. Recognising this importance, efforts are intensifying to eliminate Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a contagious viral disease threatening livestock across the continent. On September 22, 2026, political leaders and animal health experts gathered in Rome at the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) headquarters. Discussions focused on turning political commitments into actionable funding for PPR…

Tens of thousands of people protested in central Madrid on Saturday against Spain’s worsening housing crisis. Demonstrators demanded better protection for tenants, stricter anti-fraud measures, and a ban on evictions without alternative housing options. The protest was sparked by the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal from her home of 70 years, highlighting the pressures faced by long-term tenants as rental prices soar in major cities. The protest comes ahead of next year’s general election, amid rising public discontent driven by gentrification and a shortage of affordable housing. Analysts attribute the housing crisis to a surge in tourism and immigration, which…

Freetown, Sierra Leone – October 2026: Families in rural Sierra Leone prepare for the night as mosquitoes pose a threat to their health and peace of mind from October 6 to 20. The Ministry of Health, alongside the National Malaria Control Programme and various partners, will introduce a new household tool. Over 101,000 Spatial Emanators will be distributed to eligible households in the Sittia and Dema Chiefdoms in Bonthe District and the Yoni Mabanta and Poli Chiefdoms in Tonkolili District. These devices release insecticide into the air to deter mosquitoes from biting indoors. Trained community health workers will carry out…

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) is ramping up efforts to promote the Dangote Refinery’s Initial Public Offering (IPO) in Kano state, urging more northern investors to get involved. During a campaign event in Kano on Saturday, the forum aimed to clarify the share purchase process and educate potential investors to help them avoid misinformation. There have been concerns circulating on social media suggesting the refinery is not yet profitable and that investing could lead to financial losses for ordinary Nigerians. Dr Goni Umar Farouk, President of the ACF’s Kano chapter and leader of the Shareholders Association, dismissed these claims as…

World champions Spain came from behind to defeat England 3-2 in a thrilling Nations League match at Wembley on Saturday, denying the home side a morale-boosting victory after their disappointing World Cup exit. This win extends Spain’s remarkable unbeaten streak to 39 matches, the longest for any European team. Spain’s match began poorly for England as Lamine Yamal capitalised on a mistake by defender Marc Guehi. The visitors could have scored more, as they created multiple opportunities. However, England, criticised for their defensive tactics during the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, responded positively. They equalised in the 36th minute when…