January 18, 2026

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Nigeria vs Algeria: No Revenge, Just Results — Simon Sets Tone for AFCON Quarter-Final

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Moses Simon insists Nigeria are focused on winning, not revenge, as the Super Eagles face Algeria in a high-stakes AFCON quarter-final. With both teams unbeaten, Nigeria’s attacking firepower meets Algeria’s defensive resilience in a clash set to define the tournament’s direction....

Niger State Attack: Tinubu Orders Security Chiefs to Hunt Killers After 42 Villagers Slain

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At least 42 people, including children, have been killed in coordinated attacks on communities in Niger State’s Agwara and Borgu local government areas. As outrage spreads nationwide, President Bola Tinubu has ordered security chiefs to track down the perpetrators and rescue abducted victims, amid mounting criticism over Nigeria’s deepening security crisis....

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....

“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....

Senate Confirms Gen. Christopher Musa as Defence Minister as He Declares: “No Negotiation with Terrorists” and Unveils New National Security Doctrine

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The Senate has confirmed former Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, as Defence Minister after a five-hour session where he declared an end to ransom payments, warned against negotiating with terrorists, and called for a unified national database to strengthen Nigeria’s counter-terrorism efforts. He outlined a sweeping security doctrine amid rising kidnappings, banditry and maritime crime....

CAF Awards Scandal: Nigerians Accused of Sabotaging Osimhen, Ajibade in Controversial Voting

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A firestorm has erupted across Nigerian football after the release of the full CAF Awards voting breakdown exposed shocking ballot choices by key Nigerian representatives. While Victor Osimhen and Rasheedat Ajibade were expected to receive overwhelming home support, several Nigerian officials ranked them unusually low — triggering nationwide outrage, accusations of sabotage, and fresh calls to overhaul Nigeria’s football administration....

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