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Only 6% of Nigerian women screened for breast cancer —Report
 Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the country, with rising incidences and a high mortality rate.
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Ex-Super Eagles coach Adegboye Onigbinde dies at 88
 Former head coach of Nigeria’s national football team, Adegboye Onigbinde, has passed away. He died late Monday evening, just four days after marking his 88th birthday. His death was confirmed
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NFF dismisses reported Chelle’s  links to WAC  as false
 The Nigeria Football Federation has moved to quash a report making the rounds that Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle is on the verge of agreeing terms with top Moroccan
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Osimhen rallies Gala supporters  for Liverpool  showdown
 Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has expressed confidence in Galatasaray’s ability to compete strongly against Liverpool when both sides clash in tonight’s UEFA Champions League encounter at RAMS Park. The
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Diri defends Bayelsa’s billion-naira investment in  sports’  develolment
 In a bold statement of intent for the future of Nigerian athletics, the Bayelsa State Commissioner for Sports, Hon. Daniel Igali, has detailed the state’s massive investment roadmap aimed at
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Who is Mollie Frye? A look at Don Frye's ex-wife and family life
 Curious about Mollie Frye? Take a closer look at the life of Don Frye’s ex-wife, from their 1996 marriage to their 2016 divorce, her career journey, and family life. 
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Edun hails boxers after gruelling  Commonwealth Games’ trials
 President of the Nigeria Boxing Federation (NBF), Mr. Wale Edun, has praised the courage and sportsmanship displayed by hundreds of boxers during  the National Open Commonwealth Games trials at the
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President Federation Cup: NFF  fixes  April 25, 26  for states’  final
 Clubs that fail to honour matches in the national preliminaries of this year’s President Federation Cup competition will be fined the sum of N1 million. NFF’s Director of Competitions, Ruth
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Referee banned as NFF heavily sanctions NPFL, NNL Clubs
 The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Disciplinary Committee has fined Gombe United and Jigawa Golden Stars following incidents that disrupted their Nigeria National League clash played on December 21, 2025 at
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D’Tigress begin quest for World Cup in France
 Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team D’Tigress have arrived in Lyon, France, ahead of the crucial qualifying tournament for the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. The African champions touched down in
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Heineken ignites UCL Round of 16 with ‘Fans Have More Friends’   
 ​As the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 shifts into high gear, Heineken is turning up the volume in Nigeria with the global “Fans Have More Friends” campaign. Recognizing that
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Oshoala stranded as Middle East crisis disrupts flight connections
 Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala has voiced her frustration after a dramatic travel disruption forced her flight to Saudi Arabia to turn back mid-journey due to escalating security concerns in
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Suspected gunmen kill POS operator, flee with cash in Benue
 An unidentified young man operating a Point-Of-Sale (POS) business has been shot dead by armed robbers at his workplace in Gboko, headquarters of Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State. The tragic incident which occured on Monday has thrown residents into shock and grief. According to sources, the victim was attending to customers when the […]
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UCL: SuperComputer predicts top 5 teams to win trophy ahead of last-16 fixtures
 The Opta SuperComputer has predicted the top five teams that could go on to win the UEFA Champions League, as the Round of 16 fixtures begin on Tuesday. Holders PSG will face Chelsea, Bayern Munich take on Atalanta, Arsenal play Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid will clash with Manchester City again. Ahead of these matches, […]
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CAF jacks up prize moneys for continental cups
 In a move set to transform the financial landscape of African club football, CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe has announced a substantial USD 4 million total increase in prize money
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Newstap/ SWAN Five Star: Diri dedicates award to late Ewhrudjakpo
 Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has said that  his government is committed to making the state the Mecca of Sports in Nigeria; saying that his administration’s investment in sports
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Masai Ujiri launches ‘Dribble For Peace’ with court unveiling in Mali
 Giants of Africa, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering African youth through basketball, alongside its founder, sports executive and UN Sustainable Development Advocate Masai Ujiri, have announced Dribble for Peace,
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Gumel, Olympic Family mourn Nigeria Aquatic Federation boss
 Engr. Habu Gumel, President of Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), has expressed grief and sorrow  over the death of  President of the Nigeria Aquatic Sports Federation, Dr. Chamberlain Nnamdi Dunkwu. Gumel
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Finidi urges Rivers United’s focus despite impressive home win
 Rivers United Technical Manager Finidi George praised his players for their determination following the club’s impressive 3–1 victory over Bendel Insurance in their Nigeria Premier Football League encounter. The Port
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African volleyball leaders brainstorm on developmental plans in Accra
 President of the Confederation of African Volleyball (CAVB), Bouchra Hajij, presided over the Zone 3 General Assembly in Accra, Ghana, as volleyball stakeholders from across the region gathered to deliberate
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NWF President Abdul mourns ‘visionary’  Aquatic Federation boss
 The President of the Nigeria Weightlifting Federation, Dr. Ibrahim Abdul Aladi, has paid a glowing tribute to the late President of the Nigeria Aquatic Sports Federation, Dr. Chamberlain Nnamdi Dunkwu,
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Trump asks Australia to grant asylum to Iran women footballers
  US President Donald Trump said Monday that Australia had agreed to grant asylum to some of Iran’s visiting women’s football team, amid fears they could face retaliation back home for
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Parallex Bank Successfully Completes Recapitalisation, Positions For Accelerated Growth
 Parallex Bank Limited has successfully completed the recapitalisation requirement of the Central Bank of Nigeria, surpassing the ₦50 billion minimum capital threshold for regional commercial banks. The milestone reinforces the… 
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Simeone readies  Atletico for ‘speedy’ Spurs   for UCL clash
 Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone highlighted the speed of Premier League sides’ play ahead of the Champions League last 16 tie against Tottenham Hotspur. Despite becoming embroiled in a relegation
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Man City’s Rodri fined £80,000 for ref comments
 Manchester City midfielder Rodri has been fined £80,000 for comments he made about the referee after last month’s Premier League draw at Tottenham. The Spain international accused referee Robert Jones
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Arsenal favourites against Leverkusen in Champions League last 16
 Wednesday's Champions League action sees Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea meet for the first time since last year's Club World Cup final, while Real Madrid host Manchester City in the first leg of their last-16 tie as the sides clash in a knockout tie for the fifth season running:
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Eucharia Anunobi recounts tragic death of 15-year-old son
 Anunobi expressed her sadness over the passing of her son who suffered from complications related to sickle cell disease and passed away in 2017... 
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‘Divorce is not an option for me,’ Omotola opens up on marriage
 Omotola stressed the need for aligned goals in relationships, disclosing that divorce is not an option for her... 
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Naira To Dollar Exchange Rate Today, March 10, 2026
 Crude oil production has remained steady at 1.46 million barrels per day, ensuring a reliable stream of petrodollars that underpins the stability of the NFEM.
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Meet Pete Wentz's parents and siblings, the family behind the Fall Out Boy star
 Pete Wentz’s parents and siblings form a close-knit family whose values and heritage shaped his rise to fame with Fall Out Boy. Read on to learn more. 
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Onuachu hits brace, extends seven-game scoring streak in Trabzonspor win
 The towering Super Eagles striker once again proved decisive, continuing a remarkable run of form that has turned him into one of the most feared forwards in Turkey this season
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Benue: Thugs Disrupted Church Service I Attended In Vandeikya LGA – Sen Udende
 Senator representing Benue North-East Senatorial District, Emmanuel Memga Udende, has said thugs attacked his convoy and disrupted a church service he attended last Sunday alongside other worshipers at House of Solution Church of All Nations (HOSCOAN) Kpe Aya, Tsua Community in Mbagbera, Vandeikya Local Government area of Benue State. Udende, who chairs the Senate committee […] 
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Civil Servants excited over reintroduction of gratuity by Tinubu
 Under the new scheme, retiring federal civil servants in treasury-funded ministries, departments, and agencies will receive a gratuity equivalent to 100 per cent of their total annual emoluments, that is, one full year’s salary package. 
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Insecurity: Zulum Urges Borno Residents To Intensify Prayers In Ramadan’s Last 10 Days
 Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has called on Muslims to use the last ten days of the Holy month of Ramadan to intensify prayers, especially during the night prayers (Tahajjud), for an end to the protracted insecurity tormenting the state. The Governor, who is currently in Saudi Arabia for the Lesser Hajj, said […] 
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Cyber Capability Key To Modern Defence, Says South African Army Chief
 The Chief of the South African Army, Lt. Gen. Lawrence Mbatha, has said cyber capability has become a strategic necessity for modern militaries due to the growing threats in the digital space. Mbatha stated this on Monday during a visit to the Nigerian Army Cyber Warfare Command (NACWC) in Abuja, where he was received by […] 
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Emir Sanusi Backs Women’s Economic Empowerment
 The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has said narratives portraying women’s participation in economic activities as a foreign concept should be rejected, insisting that Islam grants women the right to independent economic engagement. Sanusi stated this via Zoom during the official launch of the Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) Policy for Kano State, developed through […] 
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