Former Super Eagles midfielder and coach, Duke Udi has delivered a candid appraisal of Nigeria’s recent World Cup playoff defeat to DR Congo, describing the match as “a game of two halves” and identifying key tactical failings that led to the loss. Udi, who earned five caps for Nigeria and served as an assistant to [...] The post Duke Udi Blames Midfield Collapse for Super Eagles Playoff Defeat  appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Fenerbache have joined the number of clubs interested in Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman, reports Completesports.com. The Yellow Canaries Istanbul rivals, Galatasaray are reportedly leading the race for the winger’s signature. Premier League club, Tottenham Hotspur and Spanish outfit, Atletico Madrid are also rumoured to have interest in Lookman. Read Also:Atletico Madrid, Tottenham Hotspur Renew Interest [...] The post Fenerbache To Battle Galatasaray For Lookman appeared first on Complete Sports.

Monaco star Paul Pogba is close to making his long-awaited Ligue 1 debut this weekend. After moving to Monaco in June, Pogba was eager to start a new chapter, but injuries and his suspension kept him out of action, preventing him from even making his debut for the Monegasque side. However, in a chat with [...] The post Pogba Close To Making Long-Awaited Debut appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria will be well represented at the 2025 CAF Awards scheduled for 19 November 2025 (tonight), with exceptional nominations in both the men’s and women’s categories. The nation’s football stars, clubs, and coaches have earned special recognition following a year of exceptional performances at domestic, continental, and global levels.  Men’s Player of the Year : [...] The post Osimhen, Ajibade to Lead Nigeria’s Delegation At Tonight’s CAF Awards Ceremony appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

It also projects that the sector could more than double this figure, surpassing ₦1.5 trillion ($1 billion) by 2033. The post Nigerian music Industry now worth ₦901 billion — Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Tunisia boss Sami Trabelsi believes Chelsea star Estevao William has what it takes to compete for the Ballon d’Or award. Trabelsi stated this after the Brazilian international brilliant performance against Tunisia in Tuesday’s international friendly match. Speaking TribalFootball, Trabelsi noted that Estevao is a football genius. Read Also:Unuanel: Eagles Always Struggle To Win Games Without [...] The post Estevao Can Compete For Ballon d’Or Award –Trabelsi appeared first on Complete Sports.

African football’s brightest stars, top coaches, elite clubs and national teams will converge in Rabat tonight as the continent celebrates excellence at the prestigious 2025 CAF Awards. Anticipation is high as players, managers and countries vie for some of the most coveted honours in world football. The CAF Awards are an annual ceremony created to [...] The post CAF Awards 2025: All You Need to Know About Africa’s Football Biggest Night appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Super Eagles striker Akor Adams has expressed disappointment with Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Recall that Nigeria missed out on a place at the Mundial after losing to DR Congo on penalties in Sunday’s fiercely contested African play-off final. Read Also:EXCLUSIVE: Super Eagles Lacked ‘Fear Factor’ After Osimhen Was Subbed Off [...] The post Missing Out Of 2026 WC Still Hurt –Akor appeared first on Complete Sports.

Former Kwara United coach Samson Unuanel has disclosed that the Super Eagles always struggle to win games without Victor Osimhen in the attack. He made this known on the backdrop of the team’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after losing to DR Congo via penalty shootouts on Sunday. Speaking with Completesports.com, Unuanel [...] The post Unuanel: Eagles Always Struggle To Win Games Without Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.

What Kenyans expect in Ruto’s state of the nation address

President William Ruto has received 14 emergency ambulances and essential medical supplies from the World Health Organization, with eight units dispatched to national referral hospitals to boost emergency response and maternal health services.

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Kenyan Force Commander Godfrey Otunge says the UN-backed Gang Suppression Force is firmly in control in Haiti, warning gangs amid transition from the Multinational Security Support Mission.

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle has apologised to the Democratic Republic of Congo following a controversial post-match comment in which he accused someone on the Leopards’ bench of using “voodoo” during the tense penalty shoot-out that dashed Nigeria’s World Cup hopes. The CAF Playoff Final in Rabat on Sunday ended 1–1 after extra time, [...] The post Eric Chelle Apologises for ‘Voodoo’ Accusation Following World Cup Playoff Loss appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

The Nigeria National League, NNL, has confirmed the withdrawal of Dakkada FC from the 2025/26 season. Dakkada FC, it would be recalled failed to honour their opening fixture against Beyond Limits FC. The NNL stated that it has received official notification from the Uyo club on their withdrawal. Read Also:CAF Champions League: Rivers United Off [...] The post NNL Confirms Dakkada FC Withdrawal From New Season appeared first on Complete Sports.

A magistrate has found NTV and journalist Duncan Khaemba in contempt for airing a May report linking Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata to alleged fraud in Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 compensation claims, ordering a full retraction and apology.

Arsenal have announced the end of their eight-year partnership with Visit Rwanda, Sky Sports reports. The club say they have mutually agreed to conclude the relationship with the Rwanda Development Board at the end of the season. The agreement, which saw Visit Rwanda become Arsenal’s first official sleeve partner, drew criticism from areas of the [...] The post Arsenal End Eight-Year Sleeve Shirt Partnership With Visit Rwanda appeared first on Complete Sports.

The European Union is ramping up investments in secure undersea cable infrastructure across Africa and the Indo-Pacific, with Kenya set to benefit from the EU–Africa–India digital corridor and wider Global Gateway connectivity agenda.

President Ruto said the true value of the new equipment will be measured not in numbers, but in mothers saved, babies supported, and communities strengthened. 

Born 11 March 1978, Didier Drogba Tébily is known for his career at Chelsea, where he is the club’s top goalscorer as a foreign player and is currently the club’s fourth highest goalscorer of all time. Widely regarded as one of the greatest African players of all time, he was known for his pace, aerial [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 30 – Didier Drogba On Didier Drogba Foundation And Career appeared first on Complete Sports.

Two Border Patrol Unit officers were killed and five others injured after their vehicle hit an IED planted by suspected al-Shabaab militants along the Liboi–Kulan road in Garissa.

Oginga said he has no intention of leading ODM into the opposition, insisting the party will either go it alone or enter a coalition that secures power.

President Xi Jinping urges deeper integration of law-based governance with reform, development and stability, highlighting progress under Xi Jinping Thought on the Rule of Law and calling for improved legislation, enforcement and judicial fairness.

The Kenya Revenue Authority missed its Q1 2025/26 revenue target by Sh90 billion, forcing the National Treasury to warn of widening fiscal pressures, declining ordinary revenues, and a growing budget deficit.

Predicting an exact score remains one of the hardest bets in football. The difference between a correct guess and a near miss often lies in detail, not luck. Two centuries ago, betting meant judging based on gossip or the previous week’s results. Today, digital records and analysis tools have replaced most guesswork, bringing structure to [...] The post How to Predict Exact Football Scores with Data and Logic appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

The equipment has been allocated to seven national referral hospitals and the National Emergency Response Centre, with additional ambulances headed to Elgeyo Marakwet, Marsabit, Siaya, Samburu and Tana River to strengthen reproductive and maternal health services.

Galatasaray have confirmed Victor Osimhen sustained an injury while on international duty with Nigeria, Completesports.com. Osimhen was replaced by Sevilla striker Adams Akor during half-time of Super Eagles’ 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoffs final with Democratic Republic of Congo in Rabat on Sunday. The striker assured on his return to Turkey that the injury [...] The post Galatasaray Provide Injury Update On Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Pelé Cup, the precursor to the Over-35s World Cup, which never took place, was one of the best things modern football had, apart from renowned international tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup, UEFA Euro, UEFA Champions League, Copa Libertadores de América, and similar. Created by the legendary Brazilian sports commentator, television presenter, journalist, [...] The post Senior Football Stars Still Await Their Premier Tournament: Why Is There No More Pelé Cup? appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

This article examines the extraordinary role of Hakeem Olajuwon and the profound influence he has had on basketball across Africa. It traces his Nigerian roots, his professional triumphs, his representation as an African icon, his off-court efforts, the ripple effects of his legacy on African basketball infrastructure, and the enduring ways he continues to shape [...] The post The Influence of Hakeem Olajuwon in African Basketball appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

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Chuks Akuneto, the Nigerian-born Oldham Athletic U-19 Head Coach in Greater Manchester, has exclusively told Completesports.com that Victor Osimhen’s substitution in Sunday night’s 2026 FIFA World Cup African play-offs final between Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo played a major role in the Super Eagles’ defeat in the tense encounter. Frank Onyeka put Nigeria [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: Super Eagles Lacked ‘Fear Factor’ After Osimhen Was Subbed Off Against DR Congo — Akuneto appeared first on Complete Sports.

Online betting platforms have grown rapidly, offering users more access than ever before. With this growth comes a focus on responsible gaming tools. These tools help players enjoy entertainment while keeping control over their habits. Understanding what options exist allows users to play safely and make informed choices.       Deposit Limits and Spending [...] The post Responsible Gaming Tools for Safe Online Betting appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

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Victor Osimhen has assured that the injury he sustained during Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs final with Democratic Republic of Congo is not serious, reports Completesports.com. Osimhen did not come out for the second half as a precaution after picking up a hamstring injury. The 26-year-old was replaced by Sevilla striker Jerome Adams Akor. [...] The post Osimhen: My Injury Not Serious appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nairobi County reorganisation: Geoffrey Mosiria moved from Environment to new docket