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Apple Music’s Africa Now Radio this Friday with LYRXX
This Week’s Episode Features a Conversation With LYRXX and the 5 Hottest Tracks of the Week! Tune in to Africa Now Radio with Nandi Madida this Friday, February 27th on Apple Music and broadcast on  YFM Accra every Sunday at 2pm, YFM Kumasi on Saturdays at 3pm and YFM Takoradi on Saturdays at 6pm. LYRXX tells […]
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UCL Draw: Osimhen Set For Liverpool Clash, Lookman Up Against Tottenham Hotspur
Victor Osimhen’s Galatasaray will face Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League League Round of 16, reports Completesports.com. The draw took place at UEFA’s headquarters in Nyon on Friday. Galatasaray will meet the Premier League giants again this season after a 1-0 victory in September. Osimhen has impressed in the Champions League this season, with seven [...] The post UCL Draw: Osimhen Set For Liverpool Clash, Lookman Up Against Tottenham Hotspur appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Warrant of arrest for a man facing $29 million fraud
Yeukai Karengezeka-Chisepo Court Correspondent HARARE regional magistrate Mr Francis Mapfumo has issued a warrant of arrest against a businessman, Tendai Jemwa, who is involved in a ZWL$29 million property dispute… The post Warrant of arrest for a man facing $29 million fraud appeared first on herald.
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Liverpool And Manchester United Hesitate Over £50m Mateus Mane Valuation
Liverpool and Manchester United are reportedly reconsidering their willingness to meet Wolves’ £50 million valuation for highly rated teenager Mateus Mane. The 18-year-old forward has emerged as one of the most exciting young prospects in English football, attracting sustained scouting attention from multiple top-flight clubs. Although Liverpool were recently viewed as leading the pursuit, indications […] The post Liverpool And Manchester United Hesitate Over £50m Mateus Mane Valuation appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Bundesliga Pass Launches In Kenya; Nigeria Rollout Next After South Africa Success
Bundesliga Pass – the direct-to-consumer offering from the DFL Deutsche Fußball Liga – is now available in Kenya following a successful rollout in South Africa last year, which provided millions of football fans with another avenue to watch the Bundesliga live. Furthermore, a launch in Nigeria as the next key territory across Sub-Saharan Africa will [...] The post Bundesliga Pass Launches In Kenya; Nigeria Rollout Next After South Africa Success appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Government ramps up food aid in Mashonaland West
Conrad Mupesa Mashonaland West Bureau GOVERNMENT has stepped up its Food Deficit Mitigation Strategy Programme in Mashonaland West Province, targeting vulnerable households during the lean season from January to March… The post Government ramps up food aid in Mashonaland West appeared first on herald.
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ODM collapse laid bare by fresh by-election losses
In West Kabras Ward in Kakamega County, the ODM candidate Edward Inzofu Indimuli managed just 30 votes.
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Kenya Medical, Dental Associations raise alarm over KMPDC corruption llegations
The Kenya Medical Association (KMA) and Kenya Dental Association (KDA) express serious concern over corruption, fraudulent facility registration, and irregular licensure at KMPDC, calling for transparent investigations and strict accountability.
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Amnesty Kenya, civil groups demand urgent Cabinet Memo to tackle femicide
Amnesty Kenya and civil society groups urge the Gender Ministry to submit a Cabinet memo on GBV reforms as femicide cases rise and the 30-day deadline lapses.
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Woman in court for violating protection order against ex-husband
Yeukai Karengezeka-Chisepo Court Correspondent THE late Transport Minister Biggie Matiza’s former daughter-in-law, Annalisa Muguwe (29), appeared in court on Thursday on allegations of breaching a protection order. Muguwe was arraigned… The post Woman in court for violating protection order against ex-husband appeared first on herald.
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Third delay in trial over possession of 306kg dagga, BronCleer cough syrup
Yeukai Karengezeka-Chisepo Court Correspondent THE trial of four people charged with possession of 306,3 kilogrammes of dagga and 2 500 bottles of BronCleer cough syrup failed to commence for the… The post Third delay in trial over possession of 306kg dagga, BronCleer cough syrup appeared first on herald.
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Oshoala’s Omission From Cameroon Friendlies Indication To Miss WAFCON’26?
The Super Falcons are set to face the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon in a two-legged friendly match in Yaounde, Cameroon as part of their preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Right before the clash, coach Justine Madugu released his squad list with a notable name, Asisat Oshoala excluded from the team. Related: [...] The post Oshoala’s Omission From Cameroon Friendlies Indication To Miss WAFCON’26? appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Why Trump means the Cuban Revolution faces its biggest threat yet
With the Cuban economy in freefall since the coronavirus pandemic, no gas has been delivered to Brenei's flimsy home in a Havana suburb for months.
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Bomet court jails man 50 years, fines him Sh50 million in 278kg cannabis trafficking case
A Bomet court has sentenced a man to 50 years in prison and fined him Sh50 million after he was convicted of trafficking 278kg of cannabis along the Bomet–Narok highway.
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Super Falcons Camp Swells To 24 Ahead Cameroon Friendlies
24 players are now in the Super Falcons’ camp in Yaoundé as the African champions gear up for the friendlies against the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon, reports Completesports.com. Reliable goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, defenders Michelle Alozie and Osinachi Ohale as well as forward Chiwendu Ihezuo breezed into the team’s camp on Thursday night. The quartet are [...] The post Super Falcons Camp Swells To 24 Ahead Cameroon Friendlies appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Juventus Must Focus On Roma Game –Del Piero
Juventus legend Alessandro del Piero has advised the Old Lady to focus on this weekend’s Serie A clash against Roma. Del Piero was speaking after Juve’s Champions League playoff second-leg 3-2 win, though they lost the tie 5-7 on aggregate after taking the game into extra time. Speaking with the club’s website, Del Piero stated [...] The post Juventus Must Focus On Roma Game –Del Piero appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Why NFF Should Part Ways with Eric Chelle – Garba Lawal
Former Nigeria midfielder, Garba Lawal has advised that the NFF and Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, should go their separate ways if the impasse over a new deal lingers. Speaking in a chat with Brila.net, Lawal said he has not received any official communication from the NFF regarding Chelle’s demands, stressing that much of [...] The post Why NFF Should Part Ways with Eric Chelle – Garba Lawal appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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I Deeply Regret Not Learning English —Messi
Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi has spoken of his regret over not applying himself in his studies when he was young, particularly when learning English. The Argentina captain and 2022 World Cup winner admitted that he felt “half ignorant” when meeting famous personalities throughout his impressive career and not being able to communicate. “I regret [...] The post I Deeply Regret Not Learning English —Messi appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Why Man United Did Not Sign Osimhen — Benni McCarthy
The Africa Cup of Nations schedule is a major reason why Manchester United did not try to sign Victor Osimhen, according to the club’s former first-team coach Benni McCarthy. Nigeria striker Osimhen attracted attention from Europe’s elite sides after scoring 26 league goals in 2022-23 to help fire Napoli to a first Italian title in [...] The post Why Man United Did Not Sign Osimhen — Benni McCarthy appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Victor Osimhen’s UCL Post Match Remarks Sparks Controversy
Galatasaray qualified for the UEFA Champions League round of 16 for the first time in 12 years after a dramatic UEFA Champions League night against Juventus in Turin. The Turkish giants survived a major scare as Juventus overturned a 5-2 first leg deficit to level the tie at 5-5 on aggregate. Juventus produced a stunning [...] The post Victor Osimhen’s UCL Post Match Remarks Sparks Controversy appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Europa League: Ex-Leeds Striker Lauds Aina’s Contribution In Hudson-Odoi’s Goal Vs Fenerbahce
Former Leeds United striker Lucy Ward has praised Super Eagles defender Ola Aina’s contribution in Nottingham Forest’s 2-1 loss to Fenerbahçe in Thursday’s UEFA Europa League second-leg playoff. Recall that the Nigerian international came on as a second-half substitute and provided the brilliant assist that set up Callum Hudson-Odoi to hammer home his first European [...] The post Europa League: Ex-Leeds Striker Lauds Aina’s Contribution In Hudson-Odoi’s Goal Vs Fenerbahce appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UEL Play-off: Aina Gets Very Good Rating In Forest’s Defeat To Fenerbahce
Nigeria international Ola Aina got a very good rating despite Nottingham Forest’s 2-1 home defeat to Fenerbahce, in the Europa League semi-final playoff on Thursday. Aina was named among the substitutes for the reverse fixture before coming on in the 46th minute with Forest down 2-0. The former Chelsea star then provided the assist for [...] The post UEL Play-off: Aina Gets Very Good Rating In Forest’s Defeat To Fenerbahce appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chelle Defends Demands For Huge Pay Rise
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has justified his request for a $130,000 salary increase from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The 48-year-old is presently on a monthly salary of $50,000. Chelle Defends Decision Chelle’s request for a salary increase has sparked controversy in Nigeria, but the Malian has defended his position. “At the end [...] The post Chelle Defends Demands For Huge Pay Rise appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Joe Gelhardt Set For Permanent Leeds Exit As Hull Weigh Summer Move
Leeds United are prepared to authorize a permanent transfer for forward Joe Gelhardt this summer, signaling the end of his long-term prospects at Elland Road. The 23-year-old attacker is currently on loan at Hull City, where he has impressed sufficiently to prompt serious consideration of a permanent agreement. Reports indicate Leeds would accept a fee […] The post Joe Gelhardt Set For Permanent Leeds Exit As Hull Weigh Summer Move appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Racist Abuse: Arokodare Was Totally Upset, Angry By It –Wolves Manager
Wolves manager Rob Edwards has disclosed that Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare was upset and angry with the racist abuse targeted at him. Recall that the Nigerian international was targeted with racist messages on social media after losing a penalty in Wolves’ defeat at Crystal Palace on Sunday. Speaking with the club’s website, Edward stated [...] The post Racist Abuse: Arokodare Was Totally Upset, Angry By It –Wolves Manager appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Zidane Is My Hero –Casemiro
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has disclosed that France legend Zinedine Zidane was his hero growing up. Speaking in an interview with DAZN, the Brazilian reflected on his early football education, admitting that watching elite players on television shaped his ambitions long before he became one of Europe’s most accomplished midfielders. “When you’re a kid, everyone [...] The post Zidane Is My Hero –Casemiro appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Barau FC Coach Tata Vows Survival Push Despite Late Defeat To Rivers United
Rabiu Tata, Head Coach of Barau FC, has said his promise of taking the club out of relegation remains on course despite their 1–0 defeat to Rivers United in a rescheduled NPFL 2025/2026 Matchday 25 clash at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Omagwa, on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, Completesports.com reports. Stephen Manyo scored the match-winner for [...] The post NPFL: Barau FC Coach Tata Vows Survival Push Despite Late Defeat To Rivers United appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL: UCL: Why I’d Prefer Arsenal Over Bayern In Round Of 16 —Leverkusen Coach
Bayer Leverkusen coach Kasper Hjulmand has explained why he would prefer to face Arsenal than Bayern Munich in the Champions League last-16. Leverkusen booked their place in the next stage after eliminating Olympiacos 2-0 on aggregate. Speaking after the match, Hjulmand said he would welcome a tie against Arsenal to avoid another domestic showdown. “Because [...] The post UCL: UCL: Why I’d Prefer Arsenal Over Bayern In Round Of 16 —Leverkusen Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Footballers – Best Defenders In Europe’s Top Five Leagues (2025/26 Season)
Across Europe’s top five leagues, Nigerian footballers are quietly delivering disciplined and data-backed defensive performances that deserve closer attention. From centre-backs commanding the air to full-backs excelling in interceptions and midfield enforcers disrupting transitions, the numbers reveal more than surface-level impressions. In this detailed breakdown, Completesports.com‘s ALLI FESOMADE dissects the data, leveraging per-90 metrics and [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Footballers – Best Defenders In Europe’s Top Five Leagues (2025/26 Season) appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Osimhen Makes Champions League Team Of The Week
Nigeria international and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been included in the UEFA Champions League Team of the Week. UEFA announced Osimhen among the best 11 players of the playoffs second leg, on their Champions League X handle. Osimhen’s inclusion is as a result of his impressive performance for Galatasaray in their playoff clash with [...] The post Osimhen Makes Champions League Team Of The Week appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Remo Stars Appoint Abd’Allah New Technical Adviser
Remo Stars have confirmed the appointment of Usman Abd’Allah as their new technical adviser, reports Completesports.com. The 51-year-old is one of the highly rated coaches in the domestic scene in Nigeria. “We are pleased to announce the appointment of Usman Abd’Allah as the Technical Adviser of the club,” reads a statement on the club’s official [...] The post NPFL: Remo Stars Appoint Abd’Allah New Technical Adviser appeared first on Complete Sports.
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He’s One Of The Top Five Strikers In The World –Deeney Hails Osimhen
Former Watford striker Troy Deeney has rated Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen as one of the top five strikers in the world at the moment. Deeney made this known on the backdrop of the Nigerian international’s impressive goal-scoring form, where he scored a goal against Juventus to help Galatasaray secure a place in the Round [...] The post He’s One Of The Top Five Strikers In The World –Deeney Hails Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ansah Turns Down Chance To Represent Ghana At 2026 World Cup
Union Berlin striker Ilyas Ansah has disclosed that he wants to focus on his club football and not represent Ghana at the 2026 World Cup. The 21-year-old Union Berlin striker, whose parents hail from Ghana, had been closely monitored by the Ghanaian Football Association under coach Otto Addo. Ansah has already made six appearances for [...] The post Ansah Turns Down Chance To Represent Ghana At 2026 World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chelle Breaks Silence on Marseille Managerial Rumours
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has responded to recent speculation linking him with the Olympic Marseille managerial position, Completesports.com reports. Chelle revealed that his agent proposed him to the Ligue 1 giants, but he did not have any personal contact with the club. Chelle On Marseille Job Link “ I had absolutely no contact [...] The post Chelle Breaks Silence on Marseille Managerial Rumours appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Finidi Smiles As Rivers United End Winless Run, Shift Focus To Bayelsa United Clash
Former Nigeria winger and Rivers United Technical Manager, Finidi George, has described Wednesday, 25 February 2026, as a ‘day to smile’ after the Pride of Rivers ended their five-game winless run in all competitions with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Barau FC in a rescheduled 2025/2026 NPFL fixture, Completesports.com reports. The 2024/2025 NPFL runners-up had [...] The post NPFL: Finidi Smiles As Rivers United End Winless Run, Shift Focus To Bayelsa United Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Onyedika Nominated For Club Brugge’s February POTM
Raphael Onyedika has been nominated for Club Brugge’s Player of the Month for February, Completesports.com reports. Onyedika will battle four other players; Joel Ordonez, Nicolò Tresoldi, Aleksandar Stankovic, and Mamadou Diakhon for the individual accolade. The defensive midfielder made five appearances across all competitions for Club Brugge in the month under review. Read Also:EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian [...] The post Onyedika Nominated For Club Brugge’s February POTM appeared first on Complete Sports.
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