UPDATE: MEXICO AGREES TO HOST IRAN’S WORLD CUP TEAM AFTER U.S. DECLINES TO ACCOMMODATE SQUAD, SHEINBAUM SAYS. (PHOTO).

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 Mexico agrees to host Iran’s World Cup team after U.S. declines to accommodate squad, Sheinbaum says    Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Monday that Mexico has agreed to host the Iranian national football team during the upcoming World Cup after the United States declined to accommodate the squad. Sheinbaum said the decision followed a request from FIFA, which sought an alternative arrangement after U.S. officials indicated they did not want Iran’s team staying in the country for the duration of the tournament, even though Iran is scheduled to play all of its group-stage matches on U.S. soil. “We have no reason to deny them the possibility of staying in Mexico,” Sheinbaum said during her daily press conference, adding that Mexico accepted the request in coordination with tournament organizers. Iranian football federation officials said the team’s base of operations would be relocated from Arizona to Tijuana, near the U.S.-Mexico border, to simplify travel logisti...

OKPUNO-URUAGU PALACE STRENGTHENS TRADITIONAL LEADERSHIP WITH INAUGURATION OF OBI-IN-COUNCIL. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 Okpuno-Uruagu Palace Strengthens Traditional Leadership with Inauguration of Obi-in-Council  

‎By Enoch Uzuegbunam/ Ebere Muonwe 

‎The Obi Okpuno-Uruagu Palace has hosted a historic cultural ceremony on May 2, 2026, as His Royal Highness, Obi Afam Iloka, formally inaugurated the Obi-in-Council to reinforce traditional governance and community leadership.

‎The ceremony sponsored by Dr Cletus Ibeto attracted chiefs, elders, political leaders, business executives, and other distinguished stakeholders, was marked by rich cultural symbolism. traditional regalia, including crowns, beads, and insignia of office, were prominently displayed to signify authority, heritage, and ancestral lineage. These symbols underscored the responsibilities of Council members as custodians of tradition, mediators in communal matters, and strategic advisers to the Obi.

‎In his welcome address, Obi Iloka stated that the establishment of the Council provides an institutional advisory framework to support the throne and ensure that decisions are guided by equity, fairness, and collective wisdom as the community continues to develop.

‎A highlight of the event was the formal induction of distinguished members into the Council. Chief Dr. Cletus Ibeto, was conferred with the chieftaincy title Ogbata Onua of Okpuno-Uruagu; Chief Mba Mba Iloka, to oversee Palace Administration; Ikenga Oduke, appointed as Palace Secretary. Other inductees included Chief Chris Obiora, Chief I.K. Ibeto; and Chief Paul Obiorah. 

‎Dignitaries in attendance included the Mayor of Nnewi North, Hon. Echezona Anazodo; the President-General of Nnewi, Engr. Jude Osumuo; Chief Oliver Nwagbara; Chief Austin Manuel Jideofor; Hon. Tony Muodielo, APGA Chairman; Mr. Paul Ileka of Solid Base; Mr. Cornel Osigwe; Mr. Dozy Okonkwo; Mr. Eloka Madueke; and Mr. Hector Osondu.

‎More photos below. 



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