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FIFA Officially Names Saudi Arabia as Host of the 2034 World Cup
FIFA has announced Saudi Arabia as the official host of the 2034 FIFA World Cup. The decision was confirmed during an Extraordinary FIFA Congress meeting on Wednesday, December 11, where Saudi Arabia’s unopposed bid was applauded by over 200 FIFA member federations attending remotely.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino described the vote as “loud and clear,” highlighting global support for Saudi Arabia’s bid.
Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed excitement, promising an exceptional tournament that will bring joy to football fans worldwide.
Additionally, FIFA confirmed that the 2030 World Cup will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay hosting one match each in celebration of the tournament’s centenary. The 2026 World Cup will take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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