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Lionel Messi Out Two Matches Due to Ankle Ligament Injury
Inter Miami’s star player, Lionel Messi, is set to miss the upcoming fixtures for the club after sustaining an injury to his right ankle during the 2024 Copa América final.
The Argentine forward, a cornerstone of Inter Miami’s lineup, was confirmed to have suffered ligament damage, as disclosed by Miami coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino on Tuesday.
Following comprehensive medical assessments, Inter Miami released a statement detailing Messi’s injury status, indicating that his availability for upcoming matches will hinge on ongoing evaluations and the progress of his recovery.
This setback comes at a crucial juncture for Inter Miami, who are scheduled to face Toronto FC on Wednesday night and Chicago Fire on Saturday night.
Moreover, Messi’s absence will impact Inter Miami’s preparations as they gear up to defend their Leagues Cup title, with their first match in the competition scheduled for July 27 against Puebla.
The club’s coaching staff and supporters alike will be monitoring Messi’s recovery closely, hopeful for a swift return to full fitness and form.
Despite the setback, Inter Miami remains determined to navigate through their upcoming challenges with resilience and adaptability, aiming to maintain their competitive edge in the MLS and beyond.
As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Messi’s recovery journey, with anticipation building for his eventual return to the pitch for Inter Miami.
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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