Nigeria
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FIFA Sanctions DR Congo and Nigeria Amid Eligibility Protest
FIFA has issued disciplinary fines to Nigeria and DR Congo following fan misconduct during their November 2025 World Cup qualifier, even as a high-stakes eligibility protest remains pending.
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NAFDAC Under Fire Over Claims of Student Alcohol Consumption
Parent-teacher associations are demanding a formal withdrawal of NAFDAC’s recent claims, labeling the agency’s characterization of Nigerian students as ‘alcoholics’ an insult to families.
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Tinie Tempah seeks royal farm invite at palace reception
Chart-topping rapper Tinie Tempah made a lighthearted request to King Charles during a St James’s Palace reception celebrating the Nigerian diaspora.
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AFCON 2025 Quarterfinal: Nigeria vs. Algeria Showdown Amidst Eagles’ Internal Tensions
Nigeria and Algeria clash in a highly anticipated AFCON 2025 quarterfinal, with Nigeria’s dominant tournament record, internal bonus disputes, and star player Victor Osimhen’s recent controversies setting a dramatic stage.
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Deadly Village Raid: Gunmen Kill Over 30, Abduct Others in Northern Nigeria’s Niger State
Over 30 people were killed and many abducted in a brutal attack by gunmen on Kasuwan Daji market in Nigeria’s Niger state. The raid highlights escalating insecurity in the conflict-hit northern region, where ‘bandits’ frequently target vulnerable communities.
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Anthony Joshua Car Crash in Nigeria: Two Dead, Boxer Stable After Tragic Accident
Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua was involved in a fatal car accident in Nigeria that killed two passengers. Joshua suffered minor injuries and is in stable condition, as authorities investigate the crash.
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Nigeria Edges Tanzania 1-0 in AFCON 2025 Opener: Ajayi’s Header Sets the Tone
Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a 1-0 halftime lead over Tanzania in their AFCON 2025 opener, thanks to Semi Ajayi’s crucial header. Pressure mounts for coach Eric Chelle amid high expectations following Nigeria’s World Cup miss.
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Niger Tightens Border With Nigeria Amid Sahel Security Tensions
Niger’s military government has imposed strict new inspections on Nigerian goods, citing security threats, as regional tensions flare following a failed coup in Benin and the detention of Nigerian military personnel in Burkina Faso.
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Nigeria School Kidnapping: Over 250 Students Still Missing Amid Nationwide Security Crisis
A mass kidnapping at a Catholic school in Niger State has left over 250 students and 12 teachers missing, highlighting Nigeria’s deepening security crisis and sparking local and global calls for urgent action.
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Tolu Arokodare: Wolves’ Relentless Optimism Amid Struggles and Nigeria’s Tactical Reckoning
Despite a harsh Premier League campaign and international disappointment, Tolu Arokodare remains a beacon of optimism for Wolves, while his Nigeria call-up sparks debate about tactical evolution.
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Nnamdi Kanu Sentenced to Life: What Nigeria’s Landmark Verdict Means for IPOB and the Southeast
Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a Nigerian court on terrorism charges. The ruling marks a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s efforts to contain separatist violence, but raises deep questions…
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Victor Osimhen Leads Nigeria’s World Cup Charge Against DR Congo: Key Man in High-Stakes Playoff
Victor Osimhen stands at the heart of Nigeria’s quest to return to the World Cup, captaining the Super Eagles in a tense play-off final against DR Congo. With high expectations and the weight of history on his shoulders, Osimhen’s performance…
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WTO Chief Okonjo-Iweala Denounces Fake Post Amid Nigeria Security Debate
World Trade Organization Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has publicly condemned a viral social media post falsely attributed to her, intensifying conversations about misinformation and Nigeria’s security challenges.
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Bill Gates’ $912 Million Pledge Targets Global Child Mortality Crisis
Bill Gates has sounded the alarm over soaring child mortality rates in northern Nigeria, announcing a $912 million commitment from the Gates Foundation to the Global Fund. As international health aid hits a 15-year low, Gates urges governments to recommit…
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Morocco Prepares for Historic WAFCON Final Amid Economic and Market Growth
Morocco is set to host Nigeria in the WAFCON 2025 final as it showcases its growth in sports, trade, and financial markets.
