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Amaechi wins discus silver at Islamic Games

Nigeria’s Obiageri Amaechi has given Team Nigeria a bright start in athletics after winning silver in the women’s discus event on the opening day of competition at the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games. Amaechi recorded a throw of 56.99m, missing the gold medal by a slim margin of 0.05m. The top spot went to Nora Monie, who won with a throw of 57.04m, while Turkey’s Ozlem Becerek claimed bronze with 55.56m.

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Osun 2026: INEC urges political parties to hold transparent, lawful primaries

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called on political parties in Osun State to ensure their governorship primaries are conducted legally and transparently ahead of the 2026 election. Dr. Mutiu Agboke, the Osun Resident Electoral Commissioner, made the appeal in a statement released on Monday in Osogbo by the commission’s Public Relations Officer, Olurode Musa. INEC has scheduled the Osun governorship election for August 8, 2026. Agboke urged all

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Stay Strong, Obi Tells Super Eagles After World Cup Playoff Heartbreak

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has urged the Super Eagles to remain resilient after Nigeria crashed out of the 2026 World Cup playoffs. The Eagles were eliminated on Sunday after a tense 1–1 draw over 120 minutes, eventually losing 4–3 on penalties to DR Congo at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. The result means Nigeria will miss the World Cup for the second time in a row. In

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Osimhen, Ajibade Make Final Shortlist for 2025 CAF Awards

Nigeria will be strongly represented at the 2025 CAF Awards as Victor Osimhen and Rasheedat Ajibade have both made the final shortlist for the continent’s top honours. Goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and Bayelsa Queens forward Shakirat Moshood also secured spots in their respective categories. CAF released the final nominees on Sunday ahead of the award ceremony holding on Wednesday, November 19, in Rabat, Morocco. The awards celebrate standout performances between January

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Mbappé Exits France Camp With Ankle Issue, Heads Back to Madrid

Kylian Mbappé has pulled out of the France national team camp after developing inflammation in his right ankle. The French Football Federation confirmed on Friday that the forward has returned to Madrid for further checks. Transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano also shared the update, noting that Mbappé left camp after the medical team detected swelling around the ankle. For now, there’s no clear update on how serious the injury is or

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LASU Clarifies Online Learning Policy, Says Only 197 Courses Will Hold Virtually

Lagos State University (LASU) has dismissed rumours that it is moving fully online, explaining that only a small portion of its courses will be taught virtually under its updated blended learning policy. Earlier this week, the university announced that all courses with over 400 registered students would switch to virtual delivery due to limited lecture-hall capacity and its ongoing digital transformation drive. The announcement sparked confusion, with reports suggesting that

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Nigeria 4–1 Gabon: Super Eagles Cruise Into World Cup Playoff Final

Nigeria is one step away from the 2026 World Cup after a dramatic 4–1 extra-time win over Gabon in the semi-final of the African playoffs on Thursday in Morocco. Akor Adams opened the scoring for the Eagles in the 78th minute, but Gabon dragged the game into extra time after Mario Lemina’s late deflected strike. From there, Nigeria shifted into another gear—Chidera Ejuke scored his first goal for the Super

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Veteran Nollywood Actor Baba Gebu Passes Away After Brief Illness

Veteran Nollywood actor Oyewole Olowomojuore, popularly known as Baba Gebu, has passed away after a brief illness. The sad news was confirmed by actor and filmmaker Kunle Afod, who announced the veteran’s death on his verified Instagram page on Wednesday. In an emotional tribute, Afod described Baba Gebu as “a great legend” who succumbed to an undisclosed illness on Tuesday evening. “It saddens my heart as I announce the passing

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ICYMI: 2026 World Cup — Nigeria, Gabon Set for Crucial Playoff Clash

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to lock horns with the Panthers of Gabon today, November 13, in Rabat, Morocco, in a decisive CAF playoff showdown that will determine who advances to the 2026 FIFA World Cup inter-confederation playoff. Nigeria sealed their playoff spot as one of the top runners-up in the African qualifiers, thanks to a commanding 4–0 win over Benin Republic, highlighted by a Victor Osimhen hat-trick.

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