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Lionel Messi produced another unforgettable World Cup performance on Wednesday night but even his brilliance could not erase a long-standing football record held by Nigerian legend Jay-Jay Okocha, Soccernet.ng reports. The 39-year-old inspired Argentina to a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal at Atlanta Stadium. His heroics helped the defending champions reach a second straight World Cup final.England looked on course for victory after Anthony Gordon gave the Three Lions the lead in the 55th minute with a close-range finish. Thomas Tuchel’s side then dropped deeper in an attempt to protect their advantage,…

Argentina could face disciplinary action from FIFA after their players celebrated Wednesday’s World Cup semi-final victory over England by displaying a banner backing the country’s claim to the Falkland Islands. The reigning world champions came from behind to beat Thomas Tuchel’s side 2-1 in Atlanta, scoring twice late in the game to secure a place in Sunday’s final against Spain. Following the final whistle, several Argentina players held up a banner bearing the words “Las Malvinas son Argentinas”(“The Falklands are Argentine”), a political message that could attract sanctions from world football’s governing body. PUNCH Online reports that the Falkland Islands,…

The global meme coin sector is experiencing a massive wave of capital inflows, sparked by a strong upward move from the industry pioneer, Dogecoin (DOGE). On Wednesday 15 July 2026, the original meme coin surged over 3% in a 24-hour window, pushing the total Dogecoin market capitalization above $12.7 billion. This renewed momentum has injected fresh optimism across the entire digital asset landscape, paving the way for high-potential early-stage projects to capture market attention.As the benchmark Dogecoin price climbs, retail investors and market spectators are actively searching for emerging projects with low entry barriers and high growth potential. Leading this…

Idowu Abdullahi A Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Dr. Saheed Jimoh, has said that delayed antenatal registration continues to undermine efforts to prevent avoidable maternal and newborn deaths. He disclosed that some pregnant women present at hospitals when life-threatening pregnancy complications have set in. PUNCH Healthwise reports that Nigeria accounts for 34 per cent of maternal deaths in the world, with the NDHS 2018 pegging the maternal mortality rate at 512 per 100,000 live births. During a recent Media Roundtable Dialogue on Evidence-Based Health Reporting and Public Discourse, the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board raised…

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has warned that there will be no easy opponents at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, insisting that the era of so-called minnows in African women’s football is over, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. As Nigeria intensify preparations for the tournament in Morocco, the reigning African Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year believes every team is capable of causing an upset and has urged her teammates to approach every game with maximum respect. “I don’t share the belief that any group is tougher than the others. Honestly, right now in Africa, there are no longer minnows,”…

The Federal Government has been urged to enact and enforce laws protecting snakes and other wildlife species as part of efforts to reduce the spread of Lassa fever and other zoonotic diseases in Nigeria. A wildlife conservation expert, Dr Mark Ofua, made the call during a media chat to commemorate World Zoonoses Day on Saturday. He warned that the indiscriminate killing of snakes and other natural predators had contributed to the proliferation of disease-carrying rodents. According to Ofua, who is also a veterinarian, snakes play a critical role in controlling rat populations, particularly the multimammate rats that transmit the Lassa…

Binance’s XRP reserve just hit its lowest level since February as its price prediction turns slightly bullish. XRP price is hovering near $1.11 after gaining about 4% over the past 24 hours. That bounce ended several sluggish sessions, but the next move still needs proof.According to CryptoQuant contributor Arab Chain, Binance’s XRP holdings have dropped to roughly 2.61 billion tokens, the lowest level in six months. Even better for bulls, meaningful inflows have yet to refill those reserves since early July. Coins leaving exchanges often hint at accumulation, although the market does not always reward patience immediately.That said, XRP slipped…

Deborah Tolu-Kolawole The Senate has passed the bill establishing the Federal University of Medical Laboratory Science and Technology in Jos, Plateau State, in a move expected to strengthen Nigeria’s diagnostic capacity, improve healthcare delivery and reduce the growing dependence on medical treatment abroad. The bill, which originated in the House of Representatives, received the concurrence of the Senate during plenary on Tuesday after lawmakers unanimously approved it while sitting as the Committee of the Whole, presided over by Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin. According to a copy of the bill obtained by our correspondent on Wednesday, the proposed “university is…

After Lagos State went through a severe season of flooding a fortnight ago, there is a tendency for residents to develop a fatalistic sense of detachment from anything ecological. This is the same manner a victim’s senses are numbed by traumatic experiences, and the listlessness that follows makes them vulnerable to future threats. Hence, it is pertinent to note that the latest flood alert issued by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency should not be viewed with panic or waved aside as another routine weather bulletin. According to NiMet’s advisory, 27 states, including Lagos, face a heightened risk of flash flooding during…

The Super Eagles defender is one of only a few Nigerian stars to feature in the French top flight last term Nigeria international Chidozie Awaziem has informed FC Nantes that he wants to leave the French club this summer after refusing to accept the salary reduction that comes with their relegation to Ligue 2, Soccernet.ng reports. The 29-year-old centre-back only joined Nantes on a permanent deal before the 2025/26 season, signing a three-year contract that runs until June 2028. However, the club’s disappointing campaign has completely changed the situation for both player and team.Nantes finished 17th in Ligue 1, ending…