December 7, 2025

World News

Egypt Draw Belgium, Iran and New Zealand in 2026 World Cup Group G and Fancy Knockout Chances

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Egypt have been handed a balanced 2026 World Cup group featuring Belgium, Iran and New Zealand, giving the Pharaohs a credible path to the knockout stages. With Mohamed Salah expected to lead a well-organised and experienced squad, Egypt enter Group G confident of progressing despite the presence of top-seeded Belgium....

Ivory Coast Draw Germany, Ecuador and Curaçao in 2026 World Cup Group E Battle

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African champions Ivory Coast have been placed in a challenging 2026 FIFA World Cup Group E alongside European giants Germany, South American contenders Ecuador and tournament debutants Curaçao. The Elephants, who lifted the AFCON title in 2024, are seeking their first-ever appearance in the knockout stages as they return to the global stage with renewed confidence....

Chukwueze’s EPL Explosion Continues as Marco Silva Laments Losing Him to AFCON Duty

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Samuel Chukwueze’s resurgent Premier League form has triggered debate after Fulham manager Marco Silva admitted he is “unhappy” about losing the winger to January’s Africa Cup of Nations. Chukwueze has rediscovered his explosiveness, scoring and assisting in consecutive games, but must now join Nigeria’s AFCON camp, leaving Silva frustrated ahead of a tight mid-season schedule....

2026 WORLD CUP DRAW: AFRICA HANDED BLOCKBUSTER OPENERS AGAINST WORLD GIANTS

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Africa’s representatives have been handed blockbuster opening fixtures in the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Friday’s dramatic draw paired Morocco with Brazil, Senegal with France, and South Africa with tournament co-hosts Mexico. The matchups revive iconic World Cup memories and set the stage for continent-defining group battles as Africa seeks to surpass Morocco’s historic 2022 semifinal run....

LeBron James’ 1,297-Game Double-Digit Scoring Streak Ends at 40, Says ‘We Won — That’s What Matters’

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LeBron James’ incredible run of 1,297 consecutive double-digit regular-season scoring games ended on Thursday as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Toronto Raptors 123–120. The 40-year-old NBA legend finished with eight points but delivered the game-winning assist, insisting the streak didn’t matter. “We won,” he said, as fans marked the end of a historic era....

“Complete Nonsense” Ibenge Dismisses Chelle Voodoo Claims in DR.Congo vs Nigeria

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Former DR Congo coach Florent Ibenge has dismissed claims that the Leopards used voodoo during their dramatic World Cup playoff win over Nigeria. Reacting to remarks by Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle, Ibenge said the allegation is “complete nonsense” and rooted in folklore, insisting he never witnessed any spiritual interference during his seven-year spell in Congolese football....

Mr P Says He Fears Poverty, Not Death, Recalling Childhood Hardship and Family Struggles

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Singer Peter “Mr P” Okoye says poverty remains the only thing he fears, revealing that his childhood experiences of homelessness and hardship still shape his mindset today. In a candid interview, the music star recounted how his family of ten lived in a one-room apartment that was demolished while they were still inside, a memory he says he can never forget....

Olamide Says He’s Now Focused on Himself After Years of Lifting Nigerian Music Industry

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Rap icon Olamide says he has entered a new phase where his full energy must return to himself after spending years building, supporting and elevating some of Nigeria’s biggest music stars. In a revealing interview, the YBNL boss admitted he has always tried to balance helping others with growing his own craft, but is now choosing personal growth as his priority....

CBN Removes Cash Deposit Limits but Maintains Harsh Withdrawal Caps in 2026 Policy Shift

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The Central Bank of Nigeria has abolished all cash-deposit limits for bank customers under a new policy taking effect January 1, 2026. But while customers can now deposit any amount freely, strict weekly withdrawal caps remain in place—₦500,000 for individuals and ₦5m for corporates—deepening nationwide debate over the future of cash, liquidity access and Nigeria’s evolving cashless economy....

Troost-Ekong Retires Days Before AFCON, Shocks Super Eagles Fans Nationwide

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Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has shocked Nigeria by announcing his sudden retirement from international football just weeks before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The 32-year-old defender ended a decade-long national team career marked by 83 caps, tournament heroics and leadership at AFCON 2023, leaving Nigeria scrambling for defensive stability as injuries and uncertainty mount before Morocco 2025....

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