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Ghana appoints Carlos Queiroz as Black Stars coach before 2026 World Cup

Noble Onyeagoro5 months ago5 months ago0

Ghana have turned to experience before the 2026 World Cup, appointing Carlos Queiroz after Otto Addo’s exit and a failed AFCON 2025 qualification bid. The veteran coach arrives with four World Cup campaigns behind him, immediate authority at the Black Stars, and a schedule that leaves little room for adjustment before June’s opening game against Panama.

Borno Attack Kills Troops as Shettima Reassures Armed Forces Amid Renewed Insurgency Threat

IDNN6 months ago5 months ago0

Borno attack troops killed has intensified national security concerns after insurgents launched a deadly assault on Nigerian military positions in the North-East. Vice President Kashim Shettima moved to reassure the armed forces, pledging continued support. The incident exposes persistent vulnerabilities in counter-insurgency operations, raising urgent questions about troop safety, intelligence coordination, and overall battlefield readiness.

FG Identifies 48 Alleged Terror Financing Sponsors as Nigerians Demand Immediate Arrests

IDNN6 months ago6 months ago0

FG identifies 48 alleged terror sponsors has triggered widespread outrage, as Nigerians question why those named have not yet been arrested or prosecuted. According to official disclosures linked to terrorism financing investigations, the development has intensified calls for enforcement, accountability, and transparency, raising concerns over the gap between intelligence exposure and concrete state action.

Brigade Commander Braimah Killed as Military Revises Casualty Account, Raising Fresh War Pressure Concerns

IDNN6 months ago6 months ago0

The Borno attack by ISWAP fighters has escalated following confirmation that Brigade Commander Brigadier General O.O. Braimah and other personnel were killed in action. With the military revising its earlier casualty account, the incident has heightened concerns over insurgent resurgence, command-level losses, and transparency in Nigeria’s ongoing counter-terrorism operations.

FIFA names 2026 World Cup officials as African omissions draw attention

Noble Onyeagoro6 months ago6 months ago0

FIFA has confirmed its match officials for the 2026 World Cup, but much of the reaction in Africa has focused on the big names left off the list.

Motsepe welcomes corruption probe as AFCON final crisis deepens

Noble Onyeagoro6 months ago6 months ago0

CAF president Patrice Motsepe says he would welcome any investigation into corruption allegations after the row over Senegal losing the 2025 AFCON title to Morocco.

El-Shenawy banned four matches after referee incident in Al Ahly draw

Noble Onyeagoro6 months ago6 months ago0

Al Ahly goalkeeper Mohamed El-Shenawy has been suspended for four matches after a referee incident following the club’s 1-1 draw with Ceramica Cleopatra.

NPFL Matchday 33 tightens continental race as Ikorodu slip and Abia push on

Noble Onyeagoro6 months ago6 months ago0

NPFL Matchday 33 sharpened the race for continental places as Plateau United crushed Ikorodu City 4-1 and Abia Warriors beat Bayelsa United 1-0. The results damaged Ikorodu’s title push, lifted Plateau further from danger, and kept Abia within striking distance with five rounds left in a tightening run-in that now carries title, continental and relegation pressure.

Inter Lagos promotion to NPFL could reshape the Lagos football map

Noble Onyeagoro6 months ago6 months ago0

Inter Lagos have secured promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League after a 1-1 draw with Smart City FC, but the bigger story is what that rise could mean for Lagos football. Founded in 2023, the club have moved quickly from a new project to a top-flight side, and their arrival could deepen the city’s presence, energy and local-club identity in the NPFL.

Kelechi Iheanacho delighted after late winner keeps Celtic in title race

Noble Onyeagoro6 months ago6 months ago0

Kelechi Iheanacho said he was pleased to help Celtic after scoring the late goal in a 2-1 win over Dundee that kept the club within touching distance of the Scottish Premiership summit.