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UCL Play-off: Osimhen Gets Highest Rating In Juventus vs Galatasaray
Victor Osimhen got the highest rating among Galatasaray players following their UEFA Champions League second leg playoff clash in Turin in Wednesday. Galatasaray progressed into the round of 16 despite losing 3-2 against Juventus, going through on a 7-5 aggregate win. Osimhen began the fightback as he pulled a goal back for Galatasaray after Juventus [...] The post UCL Play-off: Osimhen Gets Highest Rating In Juventus vs Galatasaray appeared first on Complete Sports.
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It’s Blackmail… Gara Gombe Slams Eric Chelle’s Contract Demands
Former Gombe State FA Chairman, Shuaibu Gara Gombe has described the reported demands by Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle as an attempt to blackmail the NFF, insisting such actions should not be tolerated. Speaking to Brila.net Gara Gombe stated that provisions had already been made for some of the demands allegedly put forward by the [...] The post It’s Blackmail… Gara Gombe Slams Eric Chelle’s Contract Demands appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Ghana misses out as Pope Leo set to visit four African countries in April
Pope Leo XIV will begin a 10-day visit to four African countries on 13 April, marking his first pastoral trip to the continent, the Vatican has announced. He will travel to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea. In Cameroon, the Pope will visit the capital Yaoundé, the economic hub Douala, and the Anglophone city of […]
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Osimhen Sets Historic Champions League Mark At Galatasaray
Victor Osimhen etched his name in history by becoming Galatasaray’s all-time leading foreign top scorer in European competitions on Wednesday night, reports Completesports.com. Galatasaray lost 3-2 to Juventus in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League playoff contest, but advanced to the Round of 16 7-5 on aggregate. Osimhen netted the Turkish Super Lig [...] The post Osimhen Sets Historic Champions League Mark At Galatasaray appeared first on Complete Sports.
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First Mutual Properties hints at ZSE delisting
Nqobile Bhebhe, Nqobile.bhebhe@chronicle.co.zw FIRST Mutual Properties (FMP) has hinted at a possible delisting from the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE), advising shareholders and the investing public that it is currently engaged… The post First Mutual Properties hints at ZSE delisting appeared first on herald.
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Tolu Arokodare Admits Grim Realization of Super Eagles Spot
Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare has revealed that he knew he would not be part of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 squad before the final list was announced. Arokodare explained that his last game with the Super Eagles against DR Congo did not go as planned, giving him an early sense that he might be [...] The post Tolu Arokodare Admits Grim Realization of Super Eagles Spot appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Big Miss –Leao Speaks On Jota’s Death
AC Milan star Rafael Leao has described the late Diego Jota as a loyal teammate who is always willing to help everyone. The Liverpool forward tragically lost his life over the summer, leaving those close to him devastated by the shocking news. Jota died while driving through Zamora, Spain, in his Lamborghini when a flat [...] The post Big Miss –Leao Speaks On Jota’s Death appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NDU hosts GLOCEPS delegation to strengthen defence and security research collaboration
National Defence University-Kenya hosted GLOCEPS leaders for strategic talks aimed at enhancing research, policy development, and capacity building in defence and security.
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‘They Pushed Us’ — MOTM Osimhen Admits Juventus Made It Tough For Galatasaray
Victor Osimhen has reflected on Galatasaray’s performance against Juventus, Completesports.com reports. Okan Buruk’s side fell 3-2 to the Old Lady on the night, but scale through 7-5 on aggregate. Osimhen, who was named Man of the Match scored Galatasaray’s first goal of the game. The Nigeria international admitted that Juventus pushed his team hard in [...] The post ‘They Pushed Us’ — MOTM Osimhen Admits Juventus Made It Tough For Galatasaray appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Kenya, China review progress on FOCAC-funded hospital projects
Health CS Aden Duale and Chinese Ambassador Guo Haiyan reviewed progress on China-funded hospital projects in Kenya, including Londiani and Baringo referral facilities.
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Bungoma ‘Pastor’, associate arrested with live forest cobra intended for ritual use
Police arrested a Bungoma ‘pastor’ and his associate after they were found transporting a live forest cobra allegedly intended for a ritual.
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Xi, Merz pledge stronger China-Germany strategic partnership amid global turbulence
President Xi Jinping and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirm commitment to strengthening China-Germany ties, boosting innovation, trade cooperation, multilateralism, and China-EU relations during Merz’s inaugural visit to Beijing.
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IG Kanja, EASF chief affirm cooperation in tackling cross-border evolving security challenges
The two sides also discussed measures to strengthen institutional capacity and enhance the sustainability of the EASF through structured training and other capacity-building programmes aimed at improving operational readiness.
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Kenya deposits Instrument of Ratification for EAC Customs Union Amendment
"The deposit of the instrument confirms Kenya’s completion of its domestic ratification process and its commitment to be legally bound by the amendment, which strengthens trade remedy provisions and reinforces predictable, rules-based trade within the Customs Union,” EAC said.
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Detectives arrest 33-year-old suspect linked to overseas job scam
NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 26 — The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) detectives have arrested an alleged wanted human trafficker believed to be part of a syndicate exploiting vulnerable Kenyans with false promises of jobs abroad. In a statement on Wednesday, the DCI said detectives based at Moyale Police Station apprehended the 33-year-old, who has been […]
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Smile for the Camera: NTSA’s New Sh42B Smart System to Text You Instant Traffic Fines
The era of manual traffic policing in Kenya is making way for a high-tech future. In a major move to curb road carnage and instill driver discipline, the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has announced a massive Sh42 billion rollout of 1,000 smart speed cameras and a nationwide instant digital fines system. The initiative, detailed in a public notice dated February 24, 2026, stems from a 21-year Public-Private Partnership (PPP) involving the NTSA, KCB Bank Kenya Limited, and Pesa Print Limited. This technology-driven strategy seeks to eliminate weak enforcement and reckless driving, factors the authority noted “have contributed to The post Smile for the Camera: NTSA’s New Sh42B Smart System to Text You Instant Traffic Fines appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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‘Almost All’ State Lodges Hit by Land Grabbers: Katoo Ole Metito Tells Parliament
In a startling revelation to Parliament, State House Comptroller Katoo Ole Metito informed lawmakers that private individuals have seized land belonging to several State Houses and State Lodges across the country. This systemic encroachment has not only stalled critical renovation works but has also sparked serious national security concerns among legislators. Appearing before the National Assembly Committee on Administration and Internal Security, Metito detailed a complex battle to reclaim government property from unauthorized occupants. He noted that land grabbers have laid claim to hundreds of acres, disrupting the management of these high-security facilities. A Nationwide Recovery Effort The government has The post ‘Almost All’ State Lodges Hit by Land Grabbers: Katoo Ole Metito Tells Parliament appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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The Ghost Ambassador? Truphena Muthoni Left Waiting for Orders Months After State House Honor
Months after her high-profile appointment to Kenya’s ambitious environmental mission, the official Ambassador for the 15 Billion Tree Planting Campaign, Truphena Muthoni, reveals she is still waiting for her marching orders. Despite the fanfare surrounding her selection by President William Ruto in late 2025, the 22-year-old climate activist claims she has yet to receive a formal briefing on her specific responsibilities. Muthoni’s appointment on December 15, 2025, followed her record-breaking 72-hour tree-hugging marathon, a symbolic feat that captured national attention and earned her the Head of State Commendation (HSC) medal. However, the transition from activist to official ambassador appears to The post The Ghost Ambassador? Truphena Muthoni Left Waiting for Orders Months After State House Honor appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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ODM Rebels Purged as Wamuchomba Replaces Caroli Omondi in National Assembly Shake-Up
ODM lawmakers who oppose the broad-based government lost their influential committee slots on Tuesday after party leaders reshuffled positions in the National Assembly. The leadership removed them from powerful committees and reassigned them to less influential ones, as the pro-government faction asserted control. Suba South MP Caroli Omondi lost his seat on the influential Constitution Implementation and Oversight Committee. Party leaders replaced him with Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba, who recently shifted her support to the broad-based government. Also Read – “Siasa ni Ground”: Wamuchomba Declares Ruto is Reclaiming Mt. Kenya as Gachagua ‘Types and Deletes’ The shake-up came as the The post ODM Rebels Purged as Wamuchomba Replaces Caroli Omondi in National Assembly Shake-Up appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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UCL Play-off: Osimhen Scores As Galatasaray Eliminate Juventus After Extra-time
Victor Osimhen and Barış Alper Yılmaz struck in extra time as Galatasaray held off Juventus in a pulsating second leg playoff encounter on Wednesday. Despite losing 3-2 in the reverse fixture, Galatasaray went through 7-5 on aggregate. Juventus came from three goals down after the first leg to force an additional half-hour despite the dismissal [...] The post UCL Play-off: Osimhen Scores As Galatasaray Eliminate Juventus After Extra-time appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Enekwechi Finishes Second At Shot Put Meet In Czech Republic
Chukwuebuka Enekwechi continued his good form on the World Indoor circuit, finishing second in the men’s shot put event at the Hvězdy v Nehvizdech meeting in Czech Republic, Making Of Champions reports. The African record holder threw a mark of 21.20m on his last attempt to secure second spot, slightly improving on the 21.19m that [...] The post Enekwechi Finishes Second At Shot Put Meet In Czech Republic appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Why Juventus Must Sign Tonali, Calafiori, Donnarumma –Prandelli
Former Italy coach Cesare Prandelli has advised Juventus sign the trio of Sandro Tonali, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Riccardo Calafiori to improve their squad next season. In a chat with La Gazzetta dello Sport, he stated that Juve should focus on bringing in a more Italian core to the team. Read Also:Osimhen Confesses Admiration For Juventus [...] The post Why Juventus Must Sign Tonali, Calafiori, Donnarumma –Prandelli appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Saudi Club Al-Ahli Interested In Super Eagles Striker
Saudi Arabia Professional League club Al-Ahli are interested in Trabzonspor striker Paul Onuachu, reports Completesports.com. Al-Ahli are willing to offer the Nigeria international €6m annual salary. Onuachu currently earns €2m annually at Trabzonspor. Read Also:Moraes: Moffi Needs More Time To Adapt To Porto’s Style Of Play The 31-year-old joined the Turkish Super Lig club on [...] The post Saudi Club Al-Ahli Interested In Super Eagles Striker appeared first on Complete Sports.
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CRICKET: Nigeria to Host Women’s T20I Invitational as Female Yellow Greens Lead Line-Up
The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) has officially confirmed the return of the Women’s T20I Invitational Tournament, with Nigeria’s Female Yellow Greens hosting four visiting teams. The competition will be staged at the Tafawa Balewa Cricket Oval, and the high-intensity regional contest will take place in Lagos from March 18 to 29. Nigeria’s Female Yellow Greens claimed [...] The post CRICKET: Nigeria to Host Women’s T20I Invitational as Female Yellow Greens Lead Line-Up appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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World Athletics Confirms Favour Ashe Has Not Switched Allegiance to Qatar
Nigerian sprint star, Favour Ashe has not filed any application to change his international allegiance to Qatar, despite widespread reports suggesting he had dumped Nigeria for the Middle Eastern nation. The clarification was confirmed by World Athletics, following an official inquiry into the matter. According to the global athletics governing body, no documentation has been [...] The post World Athletics Confirms Favour Ashe Has Not Switched Allegiance to Qatar appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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FIBAWWCQ: D’Tigress Head Coach Wakama Unveils Provisional Squad
D’Tigress head coach Rena Wakama has announced a 17-women provisional squad ahead of the FIBA women’s basketball World Cup qualifying tournament, billed for 11–17 March 2026 in Lyon, France. Reigning African champions D’Tigress will take on France, Germany, South Korea, Colombia and the Philippines in the qualifying tournament. The squad, led by stars Amy Okonkwo, [...] The post FIBAWWCQ: D’Tigress Head Coach Wakama Unveils Provisional Squad appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chelsea, West Ham Fined Over Players Misconduct
Chelsea have been fined £325,000 and West Ham £300,000 over a “mass confrontation” between players during their Premier League game in January, BBC Sport reports. The incident at Stamford Bridge started when Chelsea forward Joao Pedro reacted to West Ham winger Adama Traore’s shove on Blues defender Marc Cucurella in added time. Both sets of [...] The post Chelsea, West Ham Fined Over Players Misconduct appeared first on Complete Sports.
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How Underdogs Bodø/Glimt Defied the Odds to Reach Champions League Last 16
Bodø/Glimt are no ordinary underdogs as they keep rewriting European football history. On a dramatic Tuesday night at the San Siro, the Norwegian champions, based just 70 miles inside the Arctic Circle, completed one of the most astonishing upsets the UEFA Champions League has ever witnessed, knocking out three-time winners Inter Milan on their own [...] The post How Underdogs Bodø/Glimt Defied the Odds to Reach Champions League Last 16 appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Osimhen Confesses Admiration For Juventus
Victor Osimhen has expressed his admiration for Juventus, and stated that playing for the Biaconeri in future cannot be ruled out, reports Completesports.com. Juventus showed interest in Osimhen before he eventually joined Turkish Super Lig champions, Galatasaray. “Juventus is one of the most important clubs, rich in history and a ton of legends have played [...] The post Osimhen Confesses Admiration For Juventus appeared first on Complete Sports.
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I Regret Not Learning English –Messi
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi has expressed his regret at not having learned English while growing up. Speaking on the podcast Miro de Atrás, the 2022 World Cup winner admitted that his inability to speak English left him feeling out of place in certain situations during his illustrious career, especially when interacting with global figures. [...] The post I Regret Not Learning English –Messi appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Joshua’s Family: We’ll Fully Support Him If He Chooses To Return To The Ring
Anthony Joshua’s family have declared that they will back him if he chooses to return to the ring. Recall that the former heavyweight champion’s future is in doubt following the fatal car accident that claimed the lives of his strength coach, Sina Ghami, and personal trainer, Latif “Latz” Ayodele, in Nigeria. He was initially hospitalized [...] The post Joshua’s Family: We’ll Fully Support Him If He Chooses To Return To The Ring appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Moraes: Moffi Needs More Time To Adapt To Porto’s Style Of Play
Former Brazil international Bruno Moraes has disclosed that Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi needs more time to adapt to Porto’s style of play. Recall that Moffi joined the Portuguese club in the January transfer window from Nice and has yet to register a goal. Speaking with Desporto ao Minuto, Moraes stated that it’s a matter [...] The post Moraes: Moffi Needs More Time To Adapt To Porto’s Style Of Play appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EXCLUSIVE: Monday Eguavoen Opens Up On Career-Ending Knee Injur, Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Anxiety And More
Monday Eguavoen, former Nigeria defender and elder brother of Augustine Eguavoen, has exclusively narrated to Completesports.com how an improperly managed knee injury cut short his promising career and denied him a place at the 1984 Africa Cup of Nations. The ex-international also spoke candidly about Nigeria’s uncertain path to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, blaming [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: Monday Eguavoen Opens Up On Career-Ending Knee Injur, Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Anxiety And More appeared first on Complete Sports.
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‘That’s A Lack Of Confidence’ –Adebayor Faults Arokodare’s Penalty Miss Vs Crystal Palace
Former Manchester City striker Emmanuel Adebayor has blamed Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare’s lack of confidence for his penalty miss against Crystal Palace at the weekend. Arokodare joined Wolves in the summer in a highly celebrated transfer move, but a return of two goals, with the club sitting last in the EPL table, has put [...] The post ‘That’s A Lack Of Confidence’ –Adebayor Faults Arokodare’s Penalty Miss Vs Crystal Palace appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ajibade, Demehin, Nine Others Arrive Super Falcons’ Yaoundé Camp For Cameroon Friendlies
Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Oluwatosin Demehin, Christy Ucheibe, Monday Gift, and Ngozi Okobi -Okeoghene have all arrived the team’s camp in Yaoundé ahead of the friendlies against Cameroon, reports Completesports.com. Other early arrivals in camp are; Ogbonna Glory, Christopher Precious, Omewa Joy, Onyenezide Esther, Oloko Fatima, and Nkwocha Favour. 14 more players are still [...] The post Ajibade, Demehin, Nine Others Arrive Super Falcons’ Yaoundé Camp For Cameroon Friendlies appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Champions League Nightmare Looms as Serie A Faces Last-16 Wipeout
Italian football is staring into the abyss of a Champions League catastrophe, with the once-dominant Serie A facing the real possibility of having no clubs in the last 16 of Europe’s elite competition for the first time in nearly four decades. Since the reintroduction of the Champions League last-16 knockout round in 2003–04, Italy has [...] The post Champions League Nightmare Looms as Serie A Faces Last-16 Wipeout appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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