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Victor Osimhen acknowledged a recent dispute over unpaid bonuses between the Nigerian national team and its football federation. The striker confirmed the issue required resolution but praised NFF President Ibrahim Gusau for his swift intervention to address the players' concerns. Osimhen stated...

Shakirat Moshood, captain of Nigeria's Flamingos, has been nominated for the CAF Women’s Young Player of the Year award. The forward, who led her national U-17 team at a recent World Cup, also helped her club Bayelsa Queens win the domestic league title. She will compete against Morocco's Moha...

The head coach of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Sebastien Desabre, affirmed his team's capability to defeat Nigeria, a nation he acknowledged as the best in Africa. Despite recognizing Nigeria's superior ranking, Desabre expressed confidence in his squad's experienced players and their...

Former Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh praised defender Benjamin Fredrick for his influential performance in the victory over Gabon. Oliseh identified the young player as the most impactful on the field, highlighting his excellent positioning, pace, and decisive play. He also noted Fredrick's simple...

Victor Osimhen confirmed that a spectator deliberately targeted him with a laser pointer during Nigeria's World Cup qualifying match against Gabon. The striker stated he saw the individual in the stands attempting to distract him. He interpreted the act as a tactic aimed at disrupting the...

Akor Adams explained that Nigeria's first-half scoring difficulties against Gabon stemmed from a lack of effectiveness, despite creating opportunities. The Sevilla striker expressed his deep personal commitment to the national team, stating he plays with his heart and considers representing...

Following a commanding defensive performance against Gabon, Nigerian defender Calvin Bassey has urged Brentford to integrate Benjamin Fredrick into their Premier League first team. Bassey described his international teammate as an amazing talent with unbelievable potential, praising the young...

Samuel Chukwueze, a winger for Nigeria's Super Eagles, has called for complete focus from the squad ahead of their World Cup qualifying final against DR Congo. Following the team's semi-final victory over Gabon, Chukwueze emphasized the critical nature of the upcoming match. He stated that the...

Victor Osimhen, a striker for Nigeria, risks missing a future World Cup qualifying match due to a suspension threat. He received a yellow card during the semi-final victory over Gabon for removing his shirt while celebrating a goal. This caution places him one booking away from an automatic ban...

The Nigerian actress Annie Macaulay Idibia has clarified that she mistakenly liked a social media post criticizing her associate, Regina Daniels. She affirmed her loyalty to Daniels, stating that the like was an error made while reading the allegations. The original post was written by Laila...

The musician Cardi B has confirmed the birth of her child with the football player Steffon Diggs. She shared the news on social media, stating that this new beginning, while challenging, has been incredibly valuable. The arrival of her baby, she noted, provides another reason for personal growth...

The Nigerian actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, known as Baba Ijesha, has been released from prison. His freedom follows an Appeal Court decision that cleared him of sexual assault and defilement charges involving a minor. A fellow actor, Yomi Fabiyi, announced the release on social media, stating the...

Several prominent Nigerian musicians are publicly appealing for financial and spiritual support for their colleague, Bunmi Akinnaanu, who is professionally known as Omije Ojumi. The singer is reportedly contending with a severe and unidentified leg ailment that has exhausted her resources...

Nigerian rapper Olamide has declared that Grammy-winning singer Wizkid is the greatest Afrobeats artist, a distinction he places second only to the late pioneer Fela Kuti. Olamide made this statement at a press event in Canada, reflecting on his multiple successful collaborations with the...

Serenity Royale Hospital has officially denied performing any drug-related tests on actress Regina Daniels. The hospital issued a public statement disclaiming a widely circulated medical report that alleged she had tested positive for several substances. The hospital management clarified that...

The family of the late singer Mohbad has formally prohibited his widow, Wunmi, from using their Aloba surname. This action is pending the results of a DNA test to establish the paternity of their son, Liam. The family head, Omolayo Aloba, and Mohbad's father, Joseph Aloba, stated in a joint...

Zimbabwe’s representative, Lyshanda Moyas, is participating in the ongoing Miss Universe pageant in Thailand. The event involves over one hundred contestants in a series of public appearances and preliminary competitions ahead of the final event. Moyas reported that her experience has been...

The national government has provided a new fleet of utility vehicles to the Gweru City Council to enhance its municipal service capabilities. This delivery follows a previous allocation of fire tenders supplied nine months ago. A government official stated that this initiative is part of a...

Zimbabwe's senior national football team has now been without an international victory for an entire year after a defeat to Algeria in a friendly match. The latest loss occurred in Jeddah, where the Warriors were outmatched by their higher-ranked opponents. The team's last win at this level was...

Internal opposition within the Orange Democratic Movement has reasserted itself, with prominent figures stating the party does not require President William Ruto for its political survival. Key leaders, including Siaya Governor James Orengo and Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, argued that the...