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Emirates brings Eid Al Adha celebrations to the skies with festive menus and curated entertainment on ice
In celebration of Eid Al Adha from 26 to 29 May and honouring it’s proud heritage, Emirates will serve a feast of regional flavours, festive desserts, and world-class entertainment across selected routes, bringing customers together to celebrate one of the most significant occasions in the Islamic calendar. Eid flavours onboard Emirates Across all cabin classes […]
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Carloha Powers Okpekpe International Road Race with Chery HIMLA Pickup Trucks
Carloha Nigeria, the authorised dealer of Chery vehicles in Nigeria, has announced its role as the Official Automobile Sponsor of the 11th edition of the Okpekpe International 10km Road Race, scheduled for May 30, 2026, in Edo State. Recognised as one of Africa’s most prestigious road races, the Okpekpe event holds the coveted World Athletics [...] The post Carloha Powers Okpekpe International Road Race with Chery HIMLA Pickup Trucks appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Eagles warning for Chukwueze as Chelle unleashes Azeez and Yohanna for Unity Cup
Samuel Chukwueze's starting spot in the Super Eagles could be under threat following Eric Chelle’s latest squad decisions, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria winger has played 58 times for the national team since making his debut against Uganda in Asaba on November 20, 2018. He has scored seven goals, won AFCON silver and bronze medals, and […]
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Group CEO & President of MTN Signals Shift from USSD to Smartphone-Driven Financial Services
The Group Chief Executive Officer of MTN Group, Ralph Mupita, has signalled a major transition in Africa’s digital financial ecosystem, noting a gradual shift from USSD-based services to smartphone-driven, app-based financial platforms.  He made the remarks during a fireside chat at the 2026 3i Africa Summit where industry leaders gathered to discuss the future of […]
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Murkomen, Ida Odinga Lead Push to Restore Degraded Cherangany Hills Ecosystem
Organised by the CHERISH and OKM foundations under Murkomen’s patronage, the race seeks to rally communities around environmental restoration, sustainable livelihoods and social cohesion in a region that has experienced recurrent conflict driven by competition over shrinking natural resources
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Oshoala Lauds Arsenal’s Historic EPL Title Triumph
Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala has lavished praise on Arsenal for winning the Premier League title after a long wait. The North London club sealed the 2025/26 Premier League title on Tuesday night after a dramatic chain of events that finally ended a painful 22-year wait for the crown they last won in the 2003/04 [...] The post Oshoala Lauds Arsenal’s Historic EPL Title Triumph appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Zororo-Phumulani steps in to repatriate three Masunda-Shoperai family victims of tragic SA crash
Herald Correspondent RENOWNED funeral and repatriation services provider Zororo-Phumulani has stepped in to oversee the repatriation and funeral arrangements for the Masunda-Shoperai family, following a devastating double tragedy on the…
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Victor Osimhen Leads Nigeria Against Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal
Nigeria has officially announced its squad for the upcoming international friendlies against Poland and Portugal. Both friendlies are expected to provide a strong test for the Super Eagles while also giving head coach Eric Chelle the opportunity to experiment ahead of the 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign. The squad remains largely familiar with several experienced internationals [...] The post Victor Osimhen Leads Nigeria Against Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Kagwe announces crackdown on milk hawking as govt unveils sweeping diary reforms
Kagwe said the reforms are aimed at transforming Kenya into a globally competitive dairy powerhouse while protecting farmers from unstable milk prices while creating jobs.
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Super Eagles Must Not Underrate AFCON 2027 Qualifiers Rivals — Iroha Warns
Former Super Eagles defender and 1994 Africa Cup of Nations winner, Ben Iroha, has warned the Nigeria national football team not to underrate their opponents in the forthcoming 2027 AFCON qualifiers, Completesports.com reports. Iroha, who also assisted the late Yemi Tella in guiding Nigeria to victory at the 2007 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Korea, [...] The post Super Eagles Must Not Underrate AFCON 2027 Qualifiers Rivals — Iroha Warns appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Unity Cup: Zimbabwe Reshuffle Squad For Super Eagles Encounter
The Warriors of Zimbabwe have reshuffled their squad ahead of the Unity Cup semi-final encounter against the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Completesports.com reports. Three players — Tinotenda Kadewere, Divine Lunga, and Bill Antonio have been ruled out of the game for different reasons. Versatile forward Kadewere, who plays for Greek Super League club Aris will [...] The post Unity Cup: Zimbabwe Reshuffle Squad For Super Eagles Encounter appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Interior PS Omollo pushes back against claims of political interference
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Arthur Okonkwo, Azeez Headline Super Eagles’ Unity Cup Squad
Nigeria will get their Unity Cup campaign under way on May 26, against Zimbabwe, and ahead of the offseason competition, Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named a 27-man squad. The tournament will conclude on Saturday, May 30, with both the final and third place playoff matches scheduled for the same day. Nigeria are [...] The post Arthur Okonkwo, Azeez Headline Super Eagles’ Unity Cup Squad appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Arsenal Deserve To Win Premier League Title —PSG Coach Enrique
Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique said Arsenal fully deserve their Premier League title and is ready to face up to the ‘best team in the world without the ball’ when they meet in the Champions League final. The London club saw their 22-year wait for the title finally end on Tuesday night when rivals [...] The post Arsenal Deserve To Win Premier League Title —PSG Coach Enrique appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Seven NPFL stars, Swedish gem, England hotties: Meet the 12 newbies in Super Eagles’s Unity Cup Squad
Super Eagles coach Éric Chelle announced his 27-man squad for the 2026 Unity Cup on Wednesday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The tournament, which kicks off on May 26, will feature four teams: Jamaica, India, Zimbabwe, and hosts Nigeria. As the defending champions, the Super Eagles will be looking to retain their title in London later this month. […]
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Claressa Shields Banned for Assault on Opponent
Claressa Shields has been officially banned from all Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) events following a heated backstage altercation with fellow world champion Alycia Baumgardner in California. The incident reportedly took place during MVP’s crossover MMA event headlined by Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano, where both fighters were in attendance in a VIP area. According to [...] The post Claressa Shields Banned for Assault on Opponent appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Olise Is Going Nowhere –Bayern Munich President
Bayern Munich President Herbert Hainer has disclosed that Michael Olise will not leave the club this summer, despite intense interest from top European clubs. Hainer, in a chat with Bild, stated that Olise is a face of the new FC Bayern and has a contract until 2029. Despite reported interest from Liverpool, Manchester City, and [...] The post Olise Is Going Nowhere –Bayern Munich President appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Orengo protests abrupt withdrawal of security officers
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Orengo said his entire personal security detail and officers assigned to his Nairobi residence were withdrawn on the evening of May 19 without prior notice, formal communication, or replacement.
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EXCLUSIVE: NPFL 2025/26 — Rangers, Rivers United Set For Final-Day Title Decider As Trophies Head To Lagos, PH
Davidson Owumi, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has exclusively told Completesports.com that the organisers of the domestic top flight will dispatch two trophies to Port Harcourt and Lagos — the two centres likely to produce the champions of the 2025/2026 season. In Port Harcourt, Rivers United, who are second [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: NPFL 2025/26 — Rangers, Rivers United Set For Final-Day Title Decider As Trophies Head To Lagos, PH appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Lawal Thumbs Up Chelle’s Eagles List For Unity Cup; Portugal, Poland Friendlies
Former Nigerian international Dimeji Lawal has praised Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle’s list of invited players for the Unity Cup and international friendlies against Portugal and Poland, respectively. Recall that on Wednesday, Chelle unveiled two distinct squads for the upcoming Unity Cup tournament and high-profile international friendly matches against Poland and Portugal. Nigeria will [...] The post Lawal Thumbs Up Chelle’s Eagles List For Unity Cup; Portugal, Poland Friendlies appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Rachel Ruto Highlights Need for Greater Autism Support in Kenya
The Asyl Miras Center provides equal access to intervention services for families regardless of their region or income level. More than 300 educators and specialists at the facility work to improve the quality of life of children with autism and their families through tailored rehabilitation and developmental programmes.
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Kenya securitises smallholder farm loans in bid to unlock institutional finance
Sucharita Mukherjee, co-founder and chief executive of Kaleidofin, said the broader objective is to build “scalable market infrastructure” capable of directing institutional capital toward sectors such as smallholder agriculture through customized structuring and data-driven risk analysis.
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Nobody Will Laugh At Arsenal Anymore –Saka Replies Critics
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka has hit back at critics following Arsenal’s 2026 Premier League title win, their first in 22 years. Celebrating at London Colney after Manchester City’s draw with Bournemouth, Saka hailed the end of a long period of mockery, stating the team’s success is shining bright. “Light that up,” Saka said in footage [...] The post Nobody Will Laugh At Arsenal Anymore –Saka Replies Critics appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“I Wanted To Die; I Was Tired Of Life” — Funny Face Shares Emotional Battle With Depression
Life situations affect people differently, and when emotional pressure, unresolved personal issues, and prolonged stress are not well managed, they can gradually develop into depression and other serious mental health challenges.     One of the celebrities who has frequently been in the news for his mental health struggles is comedian and actor Funny Face, who […]
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Ruto, Tokayev pledge stronger Kenya-Kazakhstan trade ties
To anchor the relationship with Kazakhstan, he announced that Kenya would open a consular-general office in Astana, and progress it to a full-fledged embassy next year to anchor the growing ties between the two nations.
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Kindiki urges restraint as country recovers from transport strike turmoil
"We must strike that balance. The taxes that you pay are for water, roads and electricity projects and more is on the way. Even the remaining road. But also, I have said we will ensure that where we need to act to reduce the citizen's burden, we will do that," the DP stated.
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Mapressa Glam reveals elite judging panel ahead of 5th SA edition
Mthokozisi Ncube mthokoncube3015@gmail.com Organisers of the Mapressa Glam and Fashion Show have unveiled the judging panel for the fifth edition of the event, taking place in Midrand, South Africa. Fashion…
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WATCH: Bulawayo set to roar to life as Cultural month celebrations at an advanced stage
Peter Matika Bulawayo is on Thursday set to burst into a vibrant explosion of colour, rhythm and culture as thousands of people converge at Barbourfields Stadium for this year’s Culture…
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Parliament Begins Review of Ndindi Nyoro’s Proposal to Cut Fuel Prices
In a letter dated May 19, 2026, the Office of the Clerk of the National Assembly confirmed receipt of Nyoro’s proposals and indicated that they had been forwarded to relevant parliamentary committees for consideration.
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How Stablecoins Drive Modern-Day Digital Assets and Innovation in Africa
Stablecoins are no longer a niche instrument tucked away in crypto trading desks. They have evolved into critical financial infrastructure that is reshaping how money moves, how value is stored, and how digital assets create real economic value today. Increasingly, this evolution is unfolding at the intersection of digital assets and the traditional banking system. […]
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Oscar-nominated director, 79, reveals he was dumped by AI girlfriend
Hollywood screenwriter and director Paul Schrader, best known for writing Taxi Driver, has revealed that he was “dumped” by an artificial intelligence girlfriend after what he described as an experiment in exploring human interaction through AI. In a Facebook post, the 79-year-old filmmaker said he had “procured an online AI girlfriend” out of curiosity about […]
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Kuria Says He Will Back Gachagua if He Makes 2027 Ballot
The former deputy president has repeatedly maintained that he remains in the 2027 presidential race and has intensified political mobilisation efforts through the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP).
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Bosso Confirms Interest In Nigeria U-23 Eagles Coaching Job
Ladan Bosso, Chairman of the Nigeria Football Coaches Association, has confirmed his interest in the vacant Head Coach position of Nigeria’s U-23 men’s team, Completesports.com reports. The 58-year-old previously managed Nigeria’s U-20 men’s team, guiding them to the quarter-finals of the 2007 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Canada. Bosso Enters Race With Siasia, Amokachi Former [...] The post Bosso Confirms Interest In Nigeria U-23 Eagles Coaching Job appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Is Yusuf’s standout displays vs DC United, Messi’s Miami, & Minnesota behind Super Eagles’ return?
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named his squad for the upcoming games later this month and in June, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria will defend their Unity Cup title in a four-nation tournament set to begin on May 26, before facing Poland and Portugal in two friendly matches in June, as they continue preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers […]
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Troost-Ekong Highlights Importance Of Away Performances In AFCON 2027 Qualifiers
Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has said the race to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will be highly competitive, stressing that teams’ performances away from home could ultimately determine who earns a spot at the tournament. Troost-Ekong spoke after the tournament draw held in Cairo on Tuesday afternoon, where he played [...] The post Troost-Ekong Highlights Importance Of Away Performances In AFCON 2027 Qualifiers appeared first on Complete Sports.
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SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 100: Arsenal Premier League Triumph
The red half of North London is celebrating once again as Arsenal have finally reclaimed the Premier League title after an agonizing 22-year wait. For generations of supporters, this triumph represents more than silverware, it is the rebirth of one of England’s greatest football institutions. The last time Arsenal lifted the league trophy was during [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 100: Arsenal Premier League Triumph appeared first on Complete Sports.
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