Nigeria Boxing Federation Unveils Boxers for African Boxing League
The Nigeria Boxing Federation has announced the list of 41 boxers selected to represent the country in the inaugural African Boxing League, set to begin in April....
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Morocco Appeals CAF Sanctions After Controversial AFCON Final
Morocco has decided to appeal CAF’s sanctions after a chaotic Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, which saw fines and match bans imposed on the host nation and player Ismael Saibari....
FG to Share Electricity Subsidy Burden With States From 2026
The Federal Government has announced plans to share electricity subsidy costs with state and local governments from 2026, ending the long-standing practice of carrying the burden alone. Officials say the move is aimed at transparency and fiscal discipline, as Nigeria grapples with mounting power-sector debt and seeks to stabilise an electricity market strained by unpaid subsidies....
Arsenal Secures Carabao Cup Final Spot with 1-0 Victory Over Chelsea
Arsenal triumphed 1-0 over Chelsea in the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final, completing a 4-2 aggregate victory and booking their place in the final....
Fela Kuti Becomes First African to Receive Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti has become the first African artist to receive the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, cementing his global legacy decades after his death. The honour recognises not only his musical innovation but also his enduring influence on political expression, cultural identity, and African music’s global standing....
Eighty Kidnapped Worshippers Escape Captivity in Kaduna
Eighty worshippers abducted during a raid in Kaduna State have escaped captivity, authorities said, offering a rare moment of relief in a region long troubled by abductions. The escape shifts attention to survivor safety, gaps in rural security, and the urgent need for sustained protection as communities weigh hope against persistent fear....
Court Remands Nine Terror Suspects Over Yelwata Massacre
A Nigerian court has ordered the remand of nine terror suspects linked to the Yelwata massacre, placing the case firmly within the judicial process after weeks of public outrage. The development shifts attention from the violence itself to accountability, evidence, and whether prosecutions can deliver justice in cases that have scarred communities and tested confidence in security responses....
Victor Ikpeba Disappointed Over Frank Onyeka’s Loan Move to Coventry City
Former African Footballer of the Year Victor Ikpeba has expressed disappointment over Frank Onyeka’s loan move from Brentford to Coventry City, calling it a backward step for the talented midfielder....
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games Announces 3×3 Basketball Teams
The 3x3 basketball competition at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games has expanded to include 12 teams per gender, marking a significant milestone for the sport's inclusion in major international events....
Remo Stars Lose 2-1 to Plateau United in NPFL Matchday 24
Remo Stars suffered a 2-1 defeat to Plateau United in their NPFL Matchday 24 clash, with Plateau’s late goal securing the win after a hard-fought match....