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Former Oyo governor Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja was installed as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadan on 26 September 2025. The ceremony began at Ose Meji Temple and ended with the staff of office at Mapo Hall. President Bola Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde attended, underscoring the event's political weight. Traditional rites, music and praise singing marked the celebration. The coronation blends politics, business and Ibadan heritage.

The 2025‑26 La Liga season kicks off on August 15, 2025, with Barcelona defending their crown under new boss Hansi Flick. The Catalan giants will open Camp Nou's new chapter on September 14, hosting Valencia in a highly anticipated clash. Fans are eager to see Flick's tactics against a resilient Valencia side. The fixture could shape the early title race. Details on the broader schedule and team preparations add to the buzz.

India clinched the 2025 U19 Women's T20 World Cup with a nine‑wicket win over South Africa in Kuala Lumpur. South Africa were bundled out for 82, letting India chase 83 in just 11.2 overs. Opener Gongadi Trisha scored an unbeaten 44 and was named Player of the Tournament. The victory marks India's second consecutive title, underscoring the depth of its women's youth program.

At the Madlanga Commission, top police officials testified that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu overstepped his authority by ordering the shutdown of the Political Killings Task Team. Witnesses said the minister grew angry after the unit linked suspects to a high‑profile councillor murder in KwaZulu‑Natal. Legal chief Major General Marga van Rooyen warned that only the National Commissioner can restructure SAPS units. The fallout has reignited calls for an overhaul of South Africa’s policing framework. The controversy threatens ongoing investigations into political violence across the country.

Fresh research has reignited the conversation on acetaminophen use while pregnant. A meta‑analysis of 46 studies links the drug to higher autism and ADHD odds, while a Swedish sibling study finds no clear risk. The FDA acknowledges the mixed data but stops short of calling it a cause. doctors are urged to use the drug sparingly, yet it remains the safest OTC pain reliever for expectant moms compared with aspirin or ibuprofen.

Espanyol host Mallorca at RCDE Stadium with home form, history and the odds on their side. The Catalans have three straight home wins with two clean sheets, while Mallorca arrive winless in six and struggling away. Models point to a tight game under 2.5 goals, with 1-0 or 1-1 the likeliest scores. Team news is light: Javi Hernández out for Espanyol; Javi Llabrés doubtful for Mallorca.

Tunisia opened their AFCON Group J campaign with a 4-0 win over Equatorial Guinea in Rades, powered by a goal and two assists from Naim Sliti. Seifeddine Jaziri scored a header, while substitute Youssef Msakni added a late brace. Equatorial Guinea finished with 10 men after Joan Lopez Elo's second yellow. The result doubles as preparation for Tunisia’s World Cup plans.

Apple’s September 9 “Awe Dropping” event is set to debut a major lineup: the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air alongside iPhone 17, Pro, and Pro Max, plus AirPods Pro 3 and Apple Watch Series 11, Ultra 3, and SE 3. Apple may also tease AirTag 2 and Vision Pro 2. Pre-orders are tipped for Sept 12, with retail launch Sept 19, as Apple leans into a fresh design language and a wider three-year hardware reset.

Arsenal are pushing ahead with a £52m move for Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapié, elbowing ahead of Tottenham in a deal both clubs have chased all summer. The Ecuadorian international prefers the Emirates, according to multiple reports, with Arsenal now working on fee structure and exits to balance spending. Spurs, who led talks earlier, are weighing alternatives if they miss out again.

Italy's new coach, Gennaro Gattuso, is building his squad around Inter Milan stars Federico Dimarco, Nicolo Barella, and Alessandro Bastoni. This bold move signals a fresh direction for the Azzurri, blending club chemistry with national ambition.

Kaizer Chiefs will start the 2025/26 Betway Premiership without their head coach, Nasreddine Nabi, after a family emergency forced him to leave for Tunisia. Nabi's assistants, Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze, will step in for the opening match. The coach’s return is uncertain as his focus remains on his wife's recovery.

Lagos State is stepping up its fight against fake traffic officers who have been targeting drivers for extortion. With recent arrests in Mushin, Itire, and Ikeja, officials are cracking down and urging residents to be alert and report suspicious activity to the authorities.