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Fear Spreads in Ondo’s Akure North as Kidnappers Target Farmers, Residents Flee Homes

Rising kidnappings and shootings in Ondo’s Akure North force residents to flee homes as authorities promise tougher action against criminals.
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Boko Haram Suspects Attack Borno Settlement, Kill Herder and Rustle 1,400 Sheep

Suspected Boko Haram fighters attacked a nomadic settlement in Borno, killing one herder, injuring another and rustling about 1,400 sheep.
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Taribo West Slams NFF Over Neglect of Late Peter Rufai

Taribo West condemned the NFF neglect of Rufai, saying Nigeria failed to honor the late Super Eagles goalkeeper and left his family without support.
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The Influence of Sports in Promoting National Unity

Explore how sports promoting national unity in Nigeria unite diverse ethnic groups and drive social and economic growth, enhancing national pride
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Olowookere Confident in Flamingos’ Performance at U-17 World Cup

Coach Bankole Olowookere is optimistic about the Flamingos' chances at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic, as Nigeria’s team aims to surpass their 2022 performance.
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NFF Holds Annual General Assembly in Delta State

The Nigeria Football Federation is set to hold its Annual General Assembly in Asaba, focusing on shaping the future of football governance in Nigeria.
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Nigerian Football Faces Crisis: Super Eagles Seek New Coach

Nigerian football faces a crisis as the Super Eagles seek a new coach after Finidi George's resignation, sparking debate over foreign versus local coaching.
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Nigerian Football League Teams Up with Anti-Drug Agency

Nigeria's top football league, the NPFL, has announced a collaboration with the National Drug...
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Super Eagles Soar into World Cup Qualifiers

Super Eagles Head Coach, Jose Santos Peseiro, has confirmed earlier reports by leaving out...
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Nigerian Sensation Akor Adams Shines in French Football 

Akor Adams, a 23-year-old Nigerian striker, has been making waves in the French Ligue...
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AFCON 2023: Nigeria’s Super Eagles Confront Goalkeeper Crisis

Ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast, Nigeria's Super...
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Napoli’s Victor Osimhen Claims 8th Spot in the 2023 Ballon d’Or Ranking

In a monumental achievement for both Nigerian football and the Italian club Napoli, Victor...

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Fear Spreads in Ondo’s Akure North as Kidnappers Target Farmers, Residents Flee Homes

Rising kidnappings and shootings in Ondo’s Akure North force residents to flee homes as authorities promise tougher action against criminals.
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Boko Haram Suspects Attack Borno Settlement, Kill Herder and Rustle 1,400 Sheep

Suspected Boko Haram fighters attacked a nomadic settlement in Borno, killing one herder, injuring another and rustling about 1,400 sheep.
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Afenifere Criticizes Electoral Act 2026 for Removing Forged Certificate as Ground to Challenge Elections

Afenifere says the Electoral Act 2026 shields candidates with forged certificates and weakens legal grounds for challenging election results.
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Nigeria Transporters, Commuters Decry Rising Fuel Prices Amid Middle East War

Transporters and commuters say high petrol prices are worsening hardship, despite reports that Dangote Refinery has reduced its gantry price.

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