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Israeli Strike Kills Al Jazeera Journalist Anas Al-Sharif in Gaza, Sparking Global Outrage

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Al Jazeera journalist Anas Al-Sharif, a leading voice documenting Gaza’s war, was killed alongside four colleagues in an Israeli airstrike on a marked press tent at Al-Shifa Hospital. Israel accuses him of Hamas ties; rights groups call it part of a deadly pattern targeting Palestinian journalists....

Shooting Stars Assistant Coach Akin Olowokere Slumps and Dies During Training

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Shooting Stars’ newly appointed assistant coach Akin Olowokere collapsed and died during a Monday morning training session in Ibadan. The former Sunshine Stars player and coach was rushed to hospital but confirmed dead. Olowokere, recently unveiled as part of 3SC’s new technical crew, was known for his dedication and humility in Nigerian football....

Rivers United Ranked Highest Among Nigerian Clubs in Latest CAF Rankings

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Rivers United have emerged as Nigeria’s top-ranked team in the latest CAF club standings, placed 24th in Africa with 14 points. The Port Harcourt club’s consistent performances in recent continental campaigns outpace Enyimba, who sit 35th. The rankings, based on results over the last five seasons, will influence seedings for the 2025/26 CAF competitions....

Ghana Clinch WAFCON Bronze as Nigeria Dominate Awards Table

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Ghana secured third place at WAFCON 2024 with a penalty shootout victory over defending champions South Africa after a 1-1 draw in regulation time. Meanwhile, Nigeria dominated the tournament’s award slate, taking home Best Player, Best Goalkeeper, and Coach of the Tournament following their 3-2 comeback win over Morocco to seal a historic 10th title....

President Tinubu Hails Super Falcons for ‘Mission X’ WAFCON Triumph

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President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu have congratulated Nigeria’s Super Falcons for winning their record 10th WAFCON title. The comeback victory over hosts Morocco was hailed as a symbol of Nigerian resilience. The President described the win as “Mission X: Complete”, applauding the Falcons for conquering Africa yet again in dramatic fashion....

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