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CAF Sanctions Thiaw After AFCON Final as Coach Urges Charity

Noble Onyeagoro3 months ago3 months ago0

Pape Bouna Thiaw, the head coach of Senegal, has responded to the CAF sanctions imposed on him following the controversial AFCON 2025 final. While thanking fans for their support, Thiaw urged them not to organize fundraisers in his name, asking that their generosity be redirected to causes in greater need.

Nigeria’s Golden Arrows Secure Victory Over Guinea to Keep 2027 World Championship Dreams Alive

Noble Onyeagoro3 months ago3 months ago0

Nigeria’s Golden Arrows handball team fought through adversity to secure a crucial 30–28 win over Guinea in the 2027 IHF Men’s World Championship playoff at the Africa Men’s Handball Championship in Kigali, Rwanda. Despite being reduced to six players after a red card, Nigeria showed remarkable resilience to maintain their hopes of qualifying for the World Championship.

Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal Receives Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle for Sports Development Talks

Noble Onyeagoro3 months ago3 months ago0

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal Dare met with Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle on January 28, 2026, to discuss strategies for enhancing sports development in the state. The focus was on promoting youth participation in sports, with plans for a revamped sports complex and stadium nearing completion to serve as a hub for community and grassroots athletics.

Samuel Chukwueze Mourns the Loss of His Mother, Sarah Chukwueze

Noble Onyeagoro3 months ago3 months ago0

Samuel Chukwueze, the Super Eagles winger currently on loan at Fulham, is grieving the loss of his mother, Sarah Chukwueze. While the AC Milan star has not publicly confirmed the news, his brother, David Chukwueze, shared emotional tributes on social media, mourning the family's loss and expressing shock and deep sorrow.

US Airstrikes in Sokoto Spark Senate Pushback as Akpabio Orders Closed-Door Briefing

IDNN3 months ago3 months ago0

Nigeria’s Senate has moved to interrogate the circumstances surrounding US airstrikes conducted in Sokoto State, following complaints of inadequate legislative oversight. Senate President Godswill Akpabio confirmed that lawmakers will be briefed in a closed session, framing the issue as a constitutional balance between executive authority, sovereignty, and parliamentary accountability.

Alleged Coup Plot Against Tinubu: Interim Military Report Names Army Colonel as Coordinator

IDNN3 months ago3 months ago0

An interim military investigation has identified a serving Army Colonel as the alleged coordinator of a multi-service plot to overthrow Nigeria’s civilian government. Investigators say the operation progressed beyond dissent into early operational planning, prompting arrests across the armed forces and triggering formal military judicial processes amid heightened concerns over national stability.

CAF Imposes Sanctions on Senegal and Morocco Following AFCON Final Controversy

Noble Onyeagoro3 months ago3 months ago0

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed heavy fines and suspensions on Senegal and Morocco following a chaotic 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, citing breaches of its Disciplinary Code.

Ifeanyi Ekwueme Steps Down as Enyimba FC Sporting Director, Focuses on Personal Ventures

Noble Onyeagoro3 months ago3 months ago0

Ifeanyi Ekwueme, former Super Eagles winger, has stepped down as the Sporting Director of Enyimba FC. Citing the need to focus on his personal business ventures, Ekwueme expressed his love for the club but acknowledged the need for a new direction at this stage of his life.

JOHESU Strike: Why Health Workers Are Split Over Salary Structures

IDNN3 months ago3 months ago0

The ongoing JOHESU strike has exposed deep divisions within Nigeria’s health sector over salary structures, with the Nigerian Medical Association rejecting claims backed by NLC and TUC. At the centre of the dispute are longstanding differences between CONHESS and CONMESS pay frameworks, raising broader questions about equity, roles, and remuneration across public hospitals.

AS FAR Rabat’s Historic Women’s Champions Cup Debut vs Arsenal

Noble Onyeagoro3 months ago3 months ago0

AS FAR Rabat will make their historic debut in the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup against reigning European champions, Arsenal, marking a key moment for African women’s football.