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Saudi Arabia Imposes Visa Ban on Nigeria and 13 Other Countries Ahead of Hajj

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In a significant move, Saudi Arabia has imposed a visa ban on Nigeria and 13 other countries in preparation for the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage. This decision is likely to impact thousands of Muslim pilgrims who were planning to travel from these nations for the annual religious event. The ban, which has raised concerns among Nigerian citizens and religious leaders, comes as part of the Saudi government’s efforts to control the number of pilgrims amid health and safety considerations. Saudi Arabia has been making efforts to manage the scale of Hajj in recent years, especially following the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The 14 countries affected by this visa ban are yet to be officially disclosed in full, but the move is expected to affect numerous potential pilgrims from the affected nations. In response, the Nigerian government, through the National Hajj Commission (NAHCON), is expected to engage with Saudi authorities to clarify the situation and explore possible solutions for Nigerian pilgrims who have already made arrangements for the pilgrimage. Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam, and millions of Muslims travel to Saudi Arabia every year to participate in this sacred journey. However, due to the ongoing global health concerns and logistical challenges, restrictions on the number of pilgrims have been enforced by the Saudi authorities in the past few years. More details are expected to be released as the Saudi government continues to address the situation and communicate its plans for the 2025 Hajj season.

Efe Ajagba: I’ll Beat Bakole, Then Bring Me Usyk, Dubois

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Efe Ajagba is confident that his ‘power’ and ‘skills’ can topple Oleksandr Usyk or Daniel Dubois. The Nigerian hopes to stake his claim for a world heavyweight title fight when he takes on Martin Bakole on the Saul “Canelo” Alvarez vs William Scull undercard in Saudi Arabia on May 4. Ajagba goes into the Bakole fight in good form, having won his last five fights since being defeated by Frank Sanchez in October 2021, and admits his long-term goal is a title challenge against unified champion Usyk or IBF title holder Dubois. “I’m not overstepping. I’m just focused on Martin Bakole first,” Ajagba told Sky Sports. “After that, when I get the victory, that’s when I’m going to step up to fight who I want to fight next. Whether it’s Usyk or Dubois. “I have the abilities, I have the skills, I have the power, everything to become a heavyweight champion.” Bakole’s last fight came when he stepped in at two days’ notice to fight Joseph Parker after Dubois withdrew due to illness, but the Congolese contender suffered a second round knockout loss. Despite the manner of Bakole’s crushing defeat, Ajagba insists he is still wary of the threat posed by his opponent, who has beaten the likes of Jared Anderson, Tony Yoka and Carlos Takam. When asked about whether the defeat to Parker would have dented Bakole’s confidence, Ajagba said: “To me, in my opinion, I don’t think so. “I’m not going to take that knockout that he has [against Parker] to myself. I’m going to have more confidence to fight Martin Bakole. “I’m preparing for [the best of] him.”

Pasuma, Taiye Currency end dispute in Saudi

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Fuji Music act, Wasiu Alabi popularly known as Pasuma has ended the dispute with his godson, Taiwo Akande Adebisi aka Taye Currency in Saudi Arabia. The Ibadan-based musician Currency was seen appealling to Pasuma in a viral video on Wednesday. Taiye Currency in the video acknowledged Pasuma as his boss, saying Pasuma was instrumental to his success in the entertainment industry. “I have been with Pasuma since 1993 and I accorded him respect since then and I don’t expect upcoming ones to disrespect me also. “Paso is my godfather in music industry, just as King Wasiu Ayinde is the godfather to Pasuma. “So, I want to appeal to our fans to forget about what happened in the past,” Taiye Currency said in Yoruba language. Both musicans embrassed each others in the video to signify the end of the quamire.

Ahmed Musa performs Islamic rites in Saudi Arabia

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Super Eagles and Kano Pillars’ striker, Ahmed Musa, has joined other Muslim faithfuls to observe the annual Umrah in Saudi Arabia. Umrah is considered a recommendation, not an obligation, by some branches of Islam. The former Al Nassr of Saudi Arabia star, who was pictured alognsides his other two associates, wrote on Twitter now X; “May Allah accept our prayers. Ameen, Ameen.” Musa became the first Nigerian to score more than once in a FIFA World Cup match, after scoring twice against Argentina in the 2014 FIFA World Cup. He is also the first Nigerian to score in two FIFA World Cup competitions, after scoring another brace against Iceland in the group stage of the 2018 FIFA World Cup.