National Team
In a gripping semifinal at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, Morocco secured their place in the final by defeating Nigeria 4-2 in a tense penalty shootout, following a goalless draw after extra time. The match, held in Rabat, delivered high-intensity action from the outset, with both teams vying for control...
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More than 30 people were killed and several others abducted on Saturday during an attack carried out by armed groups in Niger State, located in central-northern Nigeria, according to local security officials. The assault targeted rural communities, where heavily armed criminal gangs—commonly referred...
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Seven people lost their lives on Wednesday following an explosion inside a mosque in Maiduguri, a major city in northeastern Nigeria, according to local sources and security officials. The incident occurred during evening prayers in a busy area of the city, where worshippers had gathered in large numbers....
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Nigeria’s Defense Minister Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has stepped down from his post as the country confronts a sharp rise in insecurity. In a resignation letter submitted Monday to President Bola Tinubu, Abubakar cited health concerns as the reason for leaving office. The presidency confirmed...
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Education
A Christian association in Nigeria announced on Saturday that the number of students and teachers kidnapped from a Catholic school in central Nigeria has risen to 315, marking the second mass abduction in the country within a week. The attack occurred early Friday morning at St. Mary’s Primary...
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African and Arab Football
Nigeria’s national team coach, Eric Chelle, sparked controversy on Sunday after claiming that a DR Congo player engaged in “voodoo practices” during the intense penalty shootout that led to the Super Eagles’ elimination. The match, held in Rabat, ended 1-1 after extra time before...
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African and Arab Football
In a thrilling conclusion to the Confederation of African Football qualifiers, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) shattered Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The dramatic encounter unfolded at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, where DR Congo triumphed...
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African and Arab Football
Nigeria advanced to the final of the African playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Gabon 4–1 on Thursday at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat. The match, which ended 1–1 in regular time, was decided in extra time. Akor Adams (78’), Ejuke Chidera (97’), and...
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African and Arab Football
Nigeria international Alex Iwobi has sparked heated reactions after posting a video on social media during his team’s stay in Rabat for a critical FIFA World Cup CAF qualifier against Gabon. The video, which showed Iwobi’s hotel room and nearby modest apartment buildings, drew criticism...
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Var Room
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially confirmed that Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology will be used for the first time in the African World Cup playoff matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. This landmark decision marks a significant advancement in officiating standards...
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News in brief
Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno has ordered a complete military lockdown along the country’s southern border with Nigeria, following intelligence reports that armed militants from northern Nigeria were planning to cross into Chad to escape renewed military...
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