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7 Ways to Prepare Adequately for the New Year

Learn how to prepare for the new year with practical tips for goals, finances, routines, and emotional wellbeing.

37 Worshippers Abducted in Kogi Church Attacks as Bandits Demand N600m

Bandits abducted 37 worshippers from two churches in Kogi, killing a pastor and demanding N600m ransom as residents flee.

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Ajibade, Nnadozie Lead Nigeria’s Charge at 2025 CAF Awards

Nigeria’s women’s football stars, including Ajibade, Nnadozie, and the Super Falcons, headline nominations at the 2025 CAF Awards after a triumphant year

Filmmaker Ayotunde Bello Says Super Falcons Can Win World Cup

Filmmaker Ayotunde Bello says Nigeria’s Super Falcons can win the World Cup if given consistent support and stronger investment in women’s football.

Lagos Shuts Waterways Ahead of Africa’s First E1 Powerboat Race

Lagos will shut waterways October 3–5 for the E1 Championship, the world’s first electric powerboat race. The event marks Africa’s debut on the global series.

Colombian Player Suspended After Striking Female Referee

A Colombian footballer slapped a female referee after receiving a red card, sparking outrage and calls for stronger protections.

Tinubu Rewards D’Tigress With Cash, Flats, National Honours

Tinubu rewards D’Tigress with $100,000 each and national honours following their fifth consecutive AfroBasket title.

Tobi Amusan Wins Fifth National Hurdles Title

Tobi Amusan secures fifth national title in Lagos ahead of World Championships.

Nigeria’s D’Tigress Claim Fifth AfroBasket Crown in Style

D’Tigress clinch fifth straight AfroBasket title and extend their unbeaten run to 29 games across a decade of dominance

From Bet to Bread: How Sports Gambling Is Redefining Survival for Nigeria’s Urban Poor

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Seven Indigenous Nigerian Games That Shaped Values, Identity, and Community

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7 Nigerian Stars Thriving Abroad in European Leagues

Seven Nigerian footballers are making waves abroad in 2025 with standout performances across top European leagues

Nigeria Defeat Rwanda to Boost 2026 World Cup Hopes

Osimhen’s first-half brace gave Nigeria a 2-0 win over Rwanda, reviving their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes.

Gospel Film Star Moses Korede Are, ‘Baba Gbenro,’ Laid to Rest

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7 Ways to Prepare Adequately for the New Year

Learn how to prepare for the new year with practical tips for goals, finances, routines, and emotional wellbeing.

37 Worshippers Abducted in Kogi Church Attacks as Bandits Demand N600m

Bandits abducted 37 worshippers from two churches in Kogi, killing a pastor and demanding N600m ransom as residents flee.

₦58.18 Trillion Budget: Nigerians Want Impact, Not Figures — Natasha

Lawmakers say Nigeria’s 2026 budget will be judged by impact on daily life, not its ₦58.18 trillion size

Makinde Approves Conversion of 654 Civil Servants in Oyo State

Oyo State approved the conversion of 654 civil servants after qualification upgrades, signaling an end-of-year workforce incentive under Governor Seyi Makinde.