Tag Archives: Saudi Arabia

2025 Hajj: 7 Ghanaian Pilgrims Confirmed Dead In Saudi Arabia

The Ghana Hajj Board has confirmed the deaths of seven Ghanaian pilgrims who participated in the 2025 Hajj in Saudi Arabia. The deceased include five women and two men. Although their identities were not disclosed, the Hajj Board has informed the affected families in Ghana and extended condolences on behalf …

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Lionel Messi Apologises After Saudi Arabia Trip Backlash

Lionel Messi has apologised for taking an unsanctioned trip to Saudi Arabia that resulted in him being suspended by Paris Saint-Germain. Messi was punished by the French side after travelling to Saudi Arabia in a sponsored visit and is not expected to feature in the games against Troyes and Ajaccio. …

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Messi Suspended By Paris St-Germain With Immediate Effect For Two Weeks

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has been suspended by Paris St-Germain for two weeks after travelling to Saudi Arabia without the club’s permission this week. The trip followed the French club’s home defeat by Lorient on Sunday, in which Messi played the full 90 minutes. Messi will not train or play …

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Saudi Arabia Declares Wednesday As National Holiday After Defeating Argentina In 2022 World Cup

King Salman of Saudi Arabia has declared Wednesday, November 23, 2022, as a holiday for people in that country following their victory at the ongoing World Cup.   The holiday is expected to be enjoyed by all government and private sector employees, as well as for students in all phases …

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