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2 killed as youth clash with police to free man held for vandalism in Busia
Busia police say two people were killed after a crowd stormed a police station following the arrest of a suspect linked to destruction of police property, sparking calls for investigations.
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‘Had to happen’ – Taiwo Awoniyi opens up on abdominal problem that landed him in a coma
Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has opened up on one of the lowest moments in his football career, detailing the horrendous incident that landed him in a coma, Soccernet.ng reports. The 28-year-old suffered a nasty collision with the crossbar in Forest's 2-2 draw against Leicester City last season, in the Foxes' fight […]
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Most Dangerous Nigerian Attackers In Europe 2025/26 | Orban, Lookman, Iwobi Data Breakdown
Nigerian footballers are making a huge impact across Europe’s top five leagues in the 2025/26 season—but who are the most dangerous attackers based on real data? In this exclusive analysis, we break down performance metrics like goals, shots, expected goals (xG), dribbling, and chance creation to reveal the true attacking threats among Nigerian stars. From [...] The post Most Dangerous Nigerian Attackers In Europe 2025/26 | Orban, Lookman, Iwobi Data Breakdown appeared first on Complete Sports.
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DIG Lagat announces senior police transfers, names new Traffic Commandant
Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat has announced senior police transfers and appointments, including Benjamin Mwanthi as Traffic Commandant and John Chebii as Eastern Regional Commander.
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‘We chased Guardiola’ – Nigerian Arsenal fans react after lifting first league title in two decades
Arsenal will be crowned English Premier League Champions in their final league match against Crystal Palace on Monday, Soccernet.ng reports. The Gunners had help from Bournemouth, who held Manchester City to a 1-1 draw at Vitality Stadium to prevent the title decider from going to Matchday 38. French teenager Junior Kroupi scored his 13th league […]
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“FROM BOTTLERS TO CHAMPIONS!” – Arsenal End 22-Year Premier League Curse
After 8,060 painful days of waiting, heartbreak, ridicule and near-misses, Arsenal are finally champions of England again. The long wait is over. Twenty-two years after Arsène Wenger’s legendary “Invincibles” conquered English football, Mikel Arteta has dragged Arsenal back to the summit of the Premier League. Not with flair alone, but with resilience, steel, tactical discipline [...] The post “FROM BOTTLERS TO CHAMPIONS!” – Arsenal End 22-Year Premier League Curse appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Modi’s UAE Visit Signals India’s Push for Energy Security Amid Gulf Tensions
May 20 – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s whirlwind visit to the United Arab Emirates on Friday — the opening leg of a five-nation tour that will also take him to the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy — comes at a moment analysts describe as one of significant strategic opportunity for India. With global oil […]
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Kenya, Kazakhstan sign trade and technology deals during Ruto State Visit
Kenya and Kazakhstan have signed strategic agreements on trade, ICT, mining, tourism, transport and space technology during President William Ruto’s historic State Visit to Astana.
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Unity Cup: Wrexham Celebrate Okonkwo’s First-Ever Super Eagles Call-Up
Sky Bet Championship club Wrexham have congratulated Arthur Okonkwo on his maiden invitation to the Super Eagles for the Unity Cup, Completesports.com reports. Although the Nigeria Football Federation ,NFF, is yet to release the official squad list, Wrexham were quick to celebrate the news, confirming Okonkwo’s maiden invitation to the Super Eagles. The 24-year-old previously [...] The post Unity Cup: Wrexham Celebrate Okonkwo’s First-Ever Super Eagles Call-Up appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arsenal-loving Super Eagles star splashes ₦1.5 million after title victory
Arsenal were crowned English Premier League champions on Tuesday night for the first time in more than 20 years, Soccernet.ng reports. The North London club secured the title after Manchester City failed to defeat Bournemouth, settling for a 1-1 draw that left them four points behind heading into the final day of the season. As a result, […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Super Eagles Must Win Games To Secure 2027 AFCON Ticket Despite ‘Good Group’ — Akuneto
Chuks Akuneto, Nigeria-born Manchester City U-17s Head Coach, has exclusively told Completesports.com that only victories in their 2027 AFCON qualifying matches can guarantee the Super Eagles a place at the tournament despite being drawn in what he described as a “good group”. Three-time champions Nigeria were drawn in Group L alongside Madagascar, Tanzania and Guinea-Bissau [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: Super Eagles Must Win Games To Secure 2027 AFCON Ticket Despite ‘Good Group’ — Akuneto appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Favour Ashe Sparks Fresh Concerns Over Loyalty, Welfare of Athletes
Fresh concerns over athlete welfare in Nigeria resurfaced this week following renewed discussions surrounding sprinter Favour Ashe and the possibility of more Nigerian athletes seeking opportunities abroad. The conversations gained momentum after Nigeria’s performance at the 2026 World Athletics Relays in Botswana, where the country’s mixed relay team delivered a record-breaking outing. Despite the achievement, [...] The post Favour Ashe Sparks Fresh Concerns Over Loyalty, Welfare of Athletes appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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How Nigeria looked when Arsenal last won the Premier League: Peak Okocha, valued Nokia 3310
Arsenal are officially the 2025/26 Premier League champions after ending a painful 22-year wait for the English title, Soccernet.ng reports. The Gunners sealed the crown on Tuesday night after former champions Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by Bournemouth, leaving Mikel Arteta’s men with an unreachable four-point lead before the final round of […]
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Very Well Deserved — Kanu Celebrates Arsenal’s Premier League Title Triumph
Arsenal legend Nwankwo Kanu has hailed the club’s recent Premier League title success as “very well deserved,” praising the team’s consistency and style. The former Nigerian striker, a key figure in the 2002 and 2004 invincibles era, expressed his joy at seeing the Gunners return to the summit of English football. Reacting via his official [...] The post Very Well Deserved — Kanu Celebrates Arsenal’s Premier League Title Triumph appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chelsea To Launch Legal Complaint Over Man City’s Interest In Maresca
Chelsea are set to launch a legal complaint over Manchester City’s pursuit of former head coach Enzo Maresca, unless the Manchester club cough up some compensation, The Sun reports. Allegations were made against Maresca that he had spoken with City while still at Stamford Bridge, which left Chelsea officials furious. Now, with Maresca primed to [...] The post Chelsea To Launch Legal Complaint Over Man City’s Interest In Maresca appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Dowman Makes History After Arsenal Win Premier League Title
Arsenal’s Max Dowman has made Premier League history again, this time as the youngest player to win the title, aged just 16, premierleague.com reports. Dowman will be 16 years and 144 days old on the final day of the campaign, so he comfortably dethrones the previous record-holder, Man City’s Phil Foden. He will receive one [...] The post Dowman Makes History After Arsenal Win Premier League Title appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arsenal win the Premier League: How Kanu, Elumelu, Atiku, and Nigerian stars reacted
For the first time since the days of Arsène Wenger’s famous “Invincibles”, Arsenal are champions of England again,” Soccernet.ng reports. 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 […]
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Desabre Surprises with Squad for Historic 2026 FIFA World Cup Appearance
DR Congo have officially unveiled their 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with head coach Sébastien Desabre choosing to remain loyal to the core of players who secured qualification for the campaign. The Leopards are preparing for their first World Cup appearance since 1974 and their first ever under the name DR Congo. [...] The post Desabre Surprises with Squad for Historic 2026 FIFA World Cup Appearance appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Man United Push Ahead With Sandro Tonali Bid as Newcastle Set £75m Price Tag
Manchester United are leading the race to sign Italy international Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United this summer, according to multiple reports from Italian and English outlets, with INEOS prepared to table a substantial offer for the midfielder ahead of the new season. The 26-year-old has established himself as one of the Premier League’s standout central […] The post Man United Push Ahead With Sandro Tonali Bid as Newcastle Set £75m Price Tag appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Southern Africa Submits Joint Bid to Host 2028 AFCON
South Africa has officially entered the race to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, and alongside Botswana, Namibia, and Zimbabwe submitted a joint bid to stage the tournament. The announcement was confirmed by Botswana FA president, Tariq Babitseng, in Harare shortly after he was elected president of the Council of Southern Africa Football Associations [...] The post Southern Africa Submits Joint Bid to Host 2028 AFCON appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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I’m Very Happy For Them —Bournemouth Coach Reacts To Arsenal’s EPL Title Win
Andoni Iraola has said Arsenal finally have what they deserve after being crowned Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years. Following three consecutive second-placed finishes under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal will finish top of the pile this season having sealed the title with a game to spare. Victory over Burnley on Monday night [...] The post I’m Very Happy For Them —Bournemouth Coach Reacts To Arsenal’s EPL Title Win appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Owen: Arsenal Can Shock PSG In Champions League Final
Former England striker Michael Owen has backed Arsenal to upset Paris Saint-Germain in the 2026 UEFA Champions League final, completing a remarkable double after winning the Premier League. Owen noted that while PSG has a stronger squad on paper, Arsenal’s physicality and defensive strength will be too much for the French champions. Owen in a [...] The post Owen: Arsenal Can Shock PSG In Champions League Final appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Porto Turn Down €8m Permanent Move For Moffi
FC Porto will not activate the €8m buy option for Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi, Completesports.com reports. Moffi joined the Portuguese champions on loan from French club OGC Nice in January. The 26-year-old, along with fellow Ivory Coast international Jeremie Boga, was assaulted by Nice supporters last December after a defeat to his former club [...] The post Porto Turn Down €8m Permanent Move For Moffi appeared first on Complete Sports.
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‘Dream Come True’ – Arthur Okonkwo First Words as New Super Eagles Goalkeeper
Arthur Okonkwo has expressed his excitement and pride after switching his international allegiance to represent Nigeria, describing the opportunity as a dream come true. The 24-year-old goalkeeper stated that playing for Nigeria would be a huge honor and revealed that he has been waiting for the opportunity for a long time. Okonkwo recently completed the [...] The post ‘Dream Come True’ – Arthur Okonkwo First Words as New Super Eagles Goalkeeper appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Guardiola Reacts To Arsenal’s Premier League Title Win
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has congratulated Arsenal for winning the 2025-2026 Premier League title. Arsenal were confirmed league champions after City could only draw 1-1 away to Bournemouth at the Vitality on Tuesday night. The newly crowned FA Cup winners needed to secure the three points against the Cherries to take the title race [...] The post Guardiola Reacts To Arsenal’s Premier League Title Win appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Alonso Will Be Under Pressure At Chelsea –Ex-Man United Legend
Manchester United legend Gordon Strachan has expressed worry regarding Xabi Alonso’s career choices, particularly suggesting he jumped into the deepest part of the Atlantic with the Chelsea manager job, noting the immense pressure. Alonso was heavily linked with top roles including Real Madrid and Liverpool before ultimately being reported to take over at Chelsea on [...] The post Alonso Will Be Under Pressure At Chelsea –Ex-Man United Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.
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The Epic animated film on Osei Tutu I unveiled at Manhyia Palace in Kumasi
Parables Animation Studios in collaboration with the Manhyia Palace Museum, has officially unveiled an exclusive first look at its upcoming animated feature film, Opemsuo Osei Tutu I: Birth of an Empire, during the second edition of the Asantehene Arts Award held at the historic Manhyia Palace. The highly anticipated project chronicles the extraordinary rise of Osei […]
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Arsenal Win First EPL Title In 22 Years After Man City Draw At Bournemouth
Arsenal ended their 22-year wait to be crowned Premier League champions on Tuesday after Manchester City were held 1-1 by Bournemouth, France 24 reports. City had to win to take the title fight to the final day, but the Cherries extended their unbeaten streak to 17 league games, a run which has secured European football [...] The post Arsenal Win First EPL Title In 22 Years After Man City Draw At Bournemouth appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles Begin Journey With Madagascar Test
The Super Eagles will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with an home game against Madagascar, Completesports.com reports. The matchday one encounter will hold at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on September 26. Éric Chelle’s side will travel to Guinea-Bissau for a matchday two fixture four days later. The three-time African [...] The post AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles Begin Journey With Madagascar Test appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Psoriasis takes centre stage as Africa Holds first continental summit
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Wiyaala: The Lioness Who Built a Kingdom in the African Savannah
When Ghana’s Ministry of Tourism unveiled Wiyaala as the nation’s new Tourism Ambassador and crowned her Fugu Queen in May 2026, the announcement was more than ceremonial. It was a recognition of a remarkable journey: an artist who chose to return to her roots rather than chase the bright lights of Accra or abroad, and […]
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Semi Ajayi’s Hull City get new play-off opponents following Southampton expulsion
Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi, alongside the rest of his Hull City teammates will be playing against Middlesbrough in the EFL Championship play-off final on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. The 32-year-old was on the bench in the first leg of the semi-final against Milwall, which ended in a goalless draw. He started the second leg at […]
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AYS Developers open new office at The Gallery Mall, Kempinski
Dubai-based real estate company AYS Developers has officially expanded into the Ghanaian market with the opening of its new office located at Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra within the prestigious Gallery Mall area in Accra.  The launch marks a major milestone in strengthening real estate investment ties between Dubai and Ghana while positioning the […]
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Watch: Victor Osimhen, Galatasaray hosted by Turkey president after record-breaking Super Lig feat
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen and his Galatasaray teammates were hosted by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan following their Süper Lig triumph, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Osimhen is coming off a remarkable campaign with Galatasaray. The 27-year-old Super Eagles star led the club to the Round of 16 in the UEFA Champions League with an impressive return […]
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AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Super Eagles Face High-Stakes Battle in Group L
Draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers has officially been concluded, with CAF conducting the ceremony in Cairo on May 19. All 48 participating nations were divided into twelve groups of four teams each as countries begin their journey toward qualification for Africa’s biggest football tournament. The qualification format will see the winners [...] The post AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Super Eagles Face High-Stakes Battle in Group L appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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June 14th Lil Jon & Friends Turn Up the City at Fox Theatre Check Out This Line-Up
Atlanta hip-hop pioneer Lil Jon will headline “Turn Up The City” on Sunday, June 14, at the historic Fox Theatre, bringing together several influential artists and DJs for a live celebration of Atlanta’s music legacy. The one-night event will feature performances and appearances by YoungBloodZ, Pastor Troy, Crime Mob, Lil Scrappy and Trillville, alongside music […]
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