Wilfred Ndidi’s 94th-minute own goal and a close-range strike from Kai Havertz deep into stoppage time denied Leicester a hard-earned point at the Emirates Stadium, after they had clawed back from a two-goal deficit in the second half.

Gabriel Martinelli opened the scoring for Arsenal, converting Jurrien Timber’s cross in the first half.

Martinelli then set up Leandro Trossard for a second just before the break, capping a dominant opening 45 minutes for the Gunners, during which Leicester managed only one touch in Arsenal’s box.

Leicester struck back quickly in the second half, with James Justin’s header from Facundo Buonanotte’s free-kick deflecting off Havertz and into the net just over a minute after the restart. Justin then scored a stunning second goal, volleying in Ndidi’s cross off the post.

Despite Leicester’s resurgence, Arsenal regained control, with Mads Hermansen pulling off two fantastic saves to deny Havertz and Trossard. However, Trossard’s late shot took a deflection off Ndidi for an own goal, before Havertz finished the match by scoring from close range.

The win put Arsenal level on points with Manchester City, who could be overtaken by Liverpool depending on their result against Wolves later in the day.

Meanwhile, Chelsea secured an impressive win over Brighton, with Cole Palmer stealing the show by scoring four goals in the first half.

Palmer netted twice from open play, added a penalty, and capped it off with a brilliant free-kick, continuing his rise as one of the Premier League’s standout performers this season.

At St James’ Park, Anthony Gordon’s second-half penalty earned Newcastle a point in a 1-1 draw with Manchester City. Josko Gvardiol gave City the lead in the first half, finishing off Jack Grealish’s assist.

But with Rodri sidelined due to injury, City eventually faltered, and Bruno Guimaraes’ pass allowed Gordon to get past Kyle Walker and win a penalty after being fouled by Ederson.

Wilfred Ndidi’s 94th-minute own goal and a close-range strike from Kai Havertz deep into stoppage time denied Leicester a hard-earned point at the Emirates Stadium, after they had clawed back from a two-goal deficit in the second half.Gabriel Martinelli opened the scoring for Arsenal, converting Jurrien Timber’s cross in the first half.

Martinelli then set up Leandro Trossard for a second just before the break, capping a dominant opening 45 minutes for the Gunners, during which Leicester managed only one touch in Arsenal’s box.

Leicester struck back quickly in the second half, with James Justin’s header from Facundo Buonanotte’s free-kick deflecting off Havertz and into the net just over a minute after the restart. Justin then scored a stunning second goal, volleying in Ndidi’s cross off the post.

Despite Leicester’s resurgence, Arsenal regained control, with Mads Hermansen pulling off two fantastic saves to deny Havertz and Trossard. However, Trossard’s late shot took a deflection off Ndidi for an own goal, before Havertz finished the match by scoring from close range.

The win put Arsenal level on points with Manchester City, who could be overtaken by Liverpool depending on their result against Wolves later in the day.

Elsewhere, Chelsea secured an impressive win over Brighton, with Cole Palmer stealing the show by scoring four goals in the first half. Palmer netted twice from open play, added a penalty, and capped it off with a brilliant free-kick, continuing his rise as one of the Premier League’s standout performers this season.

At St James’ Park, Anthony Gordon’s second-half penalty earned Newcastle a point in a 1-1 draw with Manchester City. Josko Gvardiol gave City the lead in the first half, finishing off Jack Grealish’s assist.

But with Rodri sidelined due to injury, City eventually faltered, and Bruno Guimaraes’ pass allowed Gordon to get past Kyle Walker and win a penalty after being fouled by Ederson.Despite both teams pushing for a winner, including late chances for Newcastle’s Sean Longstaff and City’s Bernardo Silva, the match ended in a draw. City, who dropped points for the second time in a week, remain winless in 34 top-flight meetings at St James’ Park.

Martínez will miss Argentina’s upcoming South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup against Venezuela and Bolivia in October.

The Aston Villa goalkeeper has been suspended due to incidents in matches against Chile and Colombia earlier this month.

During the Chile match, his first appearance since winning the Copa América in the United States, Martínez celebrated by making an inappropriate gesture with the trophy, similar to what he did after winning the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Following Argentina’s loss to Colombia, the 32-year-old struck a local television camera.

“Damian Emiliano Martínez is being held accountable for his offensive behavior and violation of fair play principles,” the AFA said in a statement, though it expressed disagreement with the FIFA Disciplinary Committee’s decision.

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso has championed Africa’s voice on the global financial stage.

Cardoso took this step at the high-level Bretton Woods at 80 Forum held in New Hampshire, United States of America (USA) from September 26 to 27, 2024.

According to a post shared on the official X account of the CBN, the governor’s participation highlights Nigeria and Africa’s growing influence in the international economic dialogue.

The Apex Bank added that the event addressed issues such as investment, inclusive growth and climate resilience.

Other issues the event addressed are the evolving role of multilateral financial institutions in a rapidly changing world.

Sugar is a vital source of energy for our bodies. However, excessive sugar consumption can lead to various health problems. Understanding sugar levels and their effects on our health is crucial for maintaining a balanced diet.

Normal Sugar Levels:

• Fasting blood sugar: 70-99 mg/dL
• Postprandial (after eating): Less than 140 mg/dL
• Random: Less than 200 mg/dL

Types of Sugar:

1. Fructose (fruit sugar)
2. Glucose (blood sugar)
3. Sucrose (table sugar)
4. Lactose (milk sugar)
5. High-fructose corn syrup

Health Risks Associated with High Sugar Levels:

1. Diabetes
2. Obesity
3. Heart disease
4. Tooth decay
5. Energy crashes
6. Mood swings

Factors Affecting Sugar Levels:

1. Diet
2. Physical activity
3. Stress
4. Sleep
5. Medications
6. Hormonal imbalances

Reducing Sugar Intake:

1. Read labels
2. Choose whole foods
3. Limit processed foods
4. Use natural sweeteners
5. Gradually reduce sugar intake

Healthy Alternatives:

1. Honey
2. Maple syrup
3. Stevia
4. Monk fruit
5. Yacon syrup

Monitoring Sugar Levels:

1. Blood glucose meters.
2. Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM).
3. Regular health check-use.

Maintaining healthy sugar levels is crucial for overall well-being. By understanding normal sugar levels, making informed dietary choices, and monitoring sugar intake, you can reduce the risk of sugar-related health issues.

To commemorate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day anniversary, the Federal Government has declared Tuesday, October 1st, as a public holiday.

Announcing the holiday in Abuja, Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, praised the patient and hard-working Nigerian men and women, stating that their sacrifices will not be in vain.

Congratulating Nigerians at home and abroad on this occasion, the minister on behalf of the government reiterated the need for Nigerians to “reflect on the labour of our heroes past and be inspired for the tasks ahead, realizing that a Nigeria of our dream can only be built when we unite.”

In a statement by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, Tunji-Ojo urged the citizens to continue to be steadfast in nation-building.

Sevilla manager Garcia Pimienta has admitted that Kelechi Iheanacho is still struggling to find his form at the club, according to online reports

.The Nigerian striker, who joined Sevilla in the summer after building a strong reputation during his time with Manchester City and Leicester City in the Premier League, has yet to live up to expectations.

Iheanacho has not registered a goal or an assist in four league appearances for the Rojiblancos.Despite his slow start, Pimienta remains confident that Iheanacho will regain his best form soon.

“He [Iheanacho] has quality, but he joined the team a month late and was training on his own. He’s still adapting. The two weeks with the national team, where he didn’t play, didn’t help,” Pimienta told Spanish outlet Ondacero.“We need to give him confidence.

He’s a quality player, and based on what he’s achieved, it’s only a matter of time before we see him at his best. He has the talent and ability to succeed.”