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Despite the attention sparked by the Super Eagles’ run at AFCON 2025, the Nigerian Football Federation says that their coach, Eric Chelle, who is still under contract for another year, will not be leaving his post. The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) made a point of putting an end to the speculation surrounding Eric Chelle’s future. […]
Nigerian singer Tems becomes the first African artist to have seven songs on the Billboard Hot 100, confirming her global status. The Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, globally known as Tems, continues to push the boundaries for African artists. A Grammy Award winner, she has become the first African female artist to have seven songs on […]
The Nigeria coach, Eric Chelle, praised the impeccable mentality of his forward Victor Osimhen, the first to arrive at training and promoted to vice-captain of the Super Eagles. The Super Eagles coach, Éric Chelle, did not stint in praise for Victor Osimhen, hailing the exemplary attitude of the Nigerian forward at training. Asked about the […]
Limited by a hamstring injury, Victor Osimhen nevertheless shone in Morocco, to the point of earning a place in the tournament’s Team of the Tournament, despite delicate fitness management, according to Nigeria coach Eric Chelle. The Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, revealed that Victor Osimhen played the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations while physically hampered. […]
The Nigerian musician Matthew Ogundele, along with three members of his team and a blogger, were found dead in Ajah, Lagos, according to local media. An investigation has been opened to determine the exact circumstances of this tragedy. Gospel musician Matthew Ogundele and three members of his entourage were found dead in a recording studio […]
The Super Eagles’ playmaker, Alex Iwobi, admitted that they were waiting to see whether the team would still participate in the 2026 World Cup. Uncertainty hangs over the path of the Super Eagles. The Nigerian playmaker, Alex Iwobi, opened up about the team’s dual objective, as a legal shadow lingers over their participation in the […]
2Face (2Baba) has weighed in on the Wizkid/Fela debate that has been fueling Nigerian social media for a few weeks. While calling it “ridiculous,” the Afrobeat star says the comparison is disrespectful to one and unfair to the other. The debate is shaking up the Nigerian music scene: can we compare the contemporary superstar Wizkid […]
In an official response released on Thursday, the Beninese authorities strongly condemned the deadly attack that recently struck civilians in Kwara State, Nigeria, killing many people among the local population. This position of the Beninese government is in a regional context of strong concern about the multiplication of armed violence in several West African countries. […]
Freshly arrived from Atalanta, Ademola Lookman could make his debut in Atlético de Madrid colors in the Copa del Rey quarter-final against Real Betis, a date the Nigerian international is eagerly awaiting. New signing for Atlético Madrid, Ademola Lookman has expressed his eagerness to play his first minutes in the rojiblanco colors, according to the […]
Since his marriage to Chioma Adeleke, Davido has favored quiet evenings and family moments over the frenzied nightlife, revealing a new facet of his life away from the spotlight. The Nigerian singer David Adeleke, better known as Davido, revealed that his priorities have evolved deeply since his marriage to his longtime partner Chioma Adeleke. Guest […]
After his defeat at the 2026 Grammy Awards, Davido praised his wife Chioma for her unwavering support, which encouraged him to stay positive despite the disappointment. Nominated for the 2026 Grammy Awards, the Nigerian singer Davido shared his emotion after his defeat in the Best African Musical Performance category, highlighting the crucial role of his […]
Having moved to Atlético Madrid, Ademola Lookman bid farewell to Atalanta through a post on social media. The Nigerian winger hailed four years marked by historic successes and a strong bond with Bergamo’s supporters. A few days after his move to Atlético Madrid, Ademola Lookman took care to address a farewell message to Atalanta’s supporters, […]
Victor Osimhen continues to make history in Galatasaray’s jersey. The Nigerian striker has joined Radamel Falcao in the Istanbul club’s record books, the reigning champions of the Super Lig. Victor Osimhen shone on Sunday during Galatasaray’s comfortable 4-0 win over Kayserispor. The Nigerian striker scored a goal and provided an assist. A solid performance that […]
Alors que Galatasaray est annoncé sur les pistes d’Ademola Lookman et de Pape Gueye, Victor Osimhen a salué les qualités des deux joueurs, tout en restant évasif sur les intentions du club lors du mercato hivernal. Victor Osimhen n’a pas tari d’éloges à l’égard d’Ademola Lookman et de Pape Gueye. L’attaquant de Galatasaray a salué […]
In preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Portugal is considering facing the Super Eagles of Nigeria on June 6 in Lisbon, in a friendly match that is currently being finalised. Portugal could face Nigeria in a friendly ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to the Daily Post, the Portugal national team is […]
The Nigerian international Samuel Chukwueze is going through a painful period after the death of his mother, which occurred just a few days after another tragedy affecting Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi. The Nigerian international winger Samuel Chukwueze is in mourning. According to the Daily Post, the Super Eagles player has lost his mother, Mrs. […]
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu briefly stumbled during an official ceremony in Turkey this Tuesday, before resuming the course of his state visit without incident. Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was the subject of a minor incident on Tuesday during the official ceremony organized for his welcome in Turkey. As he was about to review the […]
Nigeria will participate in the four-nations tournament in Ivory Coast alongside Ghana and Senegal to fine-tune its preparation ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The Nigeria women’s national team, the Super Falcons, will take part in the UFOA B four-nations tournament as part of their preparation for the 2026 Women’s […]
The Nigerian Afrobeat star, Davido, reacted strongly on social media to dismiss the accusations that he spent $50,000, which he regards as completely unfounded. The Nigerian Afrobeat star, Davido, vehemently denied rumors that he shelled out $50,000 for organizing his wedding, calling these accusations “totally crazy.” On Sunday night, the artist stepped up to respond […]
The Italian club Napoli has targeted Nigerian international Ademola Lookman for the winter transfer window, but will have to face competition from Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe. According to Daily Post, Ademola Lookman is on Napoli’s shortlist for the winter transfer window. According to information from Fichajes, Napoli’s executives want to finalize the arrival of the Nigerian […]
The former captain of the Super Eagles, Sunday Oliseh, believes that the public altercation between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman fractured the unit of the group and weighed heavily in Nigeria’s elimination at the hands of Morocco. Nigeria’s elimination on the brink of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final continues to generate a lot […]
Nigerian Senator Ned Nwoko has broken his silence to challenge his ex-wife Regina Daniels’s version, denouncing grave accusations and calling for the justice system to shed full light on a case that has become public. Nigerian Senator Ned Nwoko publicly reacted to the arrest of Ann Izuegbu Anthonet, described as a close associate of his […]
Back from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and briefly uncertain, Victor Osimhen is fit and in contention to feature in the home match against Atlético Madrid on Wednesday night in the Champions League, confirmed Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk. The Galatasaray coach, Okan Buruk, has assured that Victor Osimhen is operational for the UEFA Champions […]
Back from AFCON 2025, Akor Adams made a big impact by signing a decisive brace that helped Sevilla FC snatch a 2-2 draw at Elche’s stadium and keep up the fight to stay in La Liga. Back from AFCON, Akor Adams did not delay in reminding Sevilla supporters of his prowess. The Super Eagles’ striker […]
In a long Instagram post, Ayo Labinjoh refuted Davido’s statements, questioned the reliability of the DNA tests mentioned by the singer, and called for an independent examination to establish the truth. Ayo Labinjoh, the mother of Aanu Adeleke, the teenager at the heart of the controversy surrounding a paternity test request targeting the Nigerian singer […]
Suspended for unsporting behavior after the semi-final against Senegal, Marwan Attia and Salah Mohsen will miss the third-place match, a blow for the Pharaohs ahead of facing the Super Eagles of Nigeria this Saturday in the AFCON 2025 third-place playoff. Egypt will have to do without Marwan Attia and Salah Mohsen for the placement match […]
The Afrobeats star, Davido, has refuted allegations that he is the father of a teenage girl who recently requested a DNA test to confirm paternity. The Nigerian Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, alias Davido, has ended the speculation surrounding a teenage girl who was demanding a DNA test to confirm paternity. The singer stated that he […]
After the elimination in the semi-final against Morocco, Nigerian defender Calvin Bassey promises that the Super Eagles will fight to the end to clinch third place against Egypt. Calvin Bassey has revisited the Super Eagles’ elimination in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against the Atlas Lions of Morocco, while stating that Nigeria will […]
Determined to finish the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on a positive note after their semifinal defeat, Egypt approaches the third-place match against Nigeria with the clear ambition of stepping onto the podium, said their coach Hossam Hassan on Friday in a pre-match press conference. Egypt’s coach, Hossam Hassan, displayed his players’ determination to go […]
Eliminated in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semifinal on penalties by Morocco, Victor Osimhen strongly criticized the performance of the Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea, while praising the courage and commitment of the Super Eagles. The Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, didn’t mince his words about Daniel Nii Laryea’s officiating during the Africa Cup […]
