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NFF Needs Emenalo, Mikel Obi – Etim Esin
Former Nigerian midfielder Etim Esin has called for urgent reforms in the country’s football system following the Country’s failure to qualify for two consecutive FIFA World Cups. Speaking in a chat with Brila.net, Esin stressed the need for a clear long term plan, urging authorities to begin early preparations for the next World Cup. He [...] The post NFF Needs Emenalo, Mikel Obi – Etim Esin appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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UN Security Council fails to adopt Bahrain-backed Strait of Hormuz Resolution
The UN Security Council fails to adopt a Bahrain-backed resolution on maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz after vetoes by China and Russia, highlighting global geopolitical tensions.
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Kenya, China Pledge Deeper Cooperation on Security, Law Enforcement
The meeting, held in Nairobi, focused on expanding collaboration in training, tackling transnational crime, and strengthening immigration management systems
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Galatasaray Confirm Positive Progress In Osimhen’s Injury Recovery
Galatasaray have provided a positive injury update on their talismanic striker Victor Osimhen, Completesports.com. Osimhen underwent surgery last month after injuring his arm in the UEFA Champions League clash with Liverpool. The Nigeria international spent last week working in the gym. Read Also:Okonkwo Suffers Humiliating Home Defeat With Promotion-Seeking Wrexham Against Southampton The 27-year-old started [...] The post Galatasaray Confirm Positive Progress In Osimhen’s Injury Recovery appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Uhuru-backed team in showdown with police over Gachagua’s Kikuyu rally
The confrontation at Kikuyu Police Station on Tuesday came hours after Gachagua publicly confirmed that the rally — scheduled for Saturday, April 11 at 1pm — would proceed despite what he described as threats and attempts at intimidation.
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Super Falcons Line Up Pre-WAFCON Friendly Against Cape Verde
The Super Falcons of Nigeria will face Cape Verde in a series of friendlies this month, reports Completesports.com reports. Details of the venue and dates of the friendlies are yet to be confirmed. It is however expected that the games will be played during the forthcoming international break for women. The Super Falcons face the [...] The post Super Falcons Line Up Pre-WAFCON Friendly Against Cape Verde appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Gerrard: I’m Worried For Slot’s Position At Liverpool
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has disclosed that the Reds manager Arne Slot’s job is under serious threat. Gerrard made this known ahead of tonight’s Champions League quarter-final first leg clash against Paris Saint-Germain. Recall that the club are out of both domestic cups, and Slot’s final chance at salvaging his job will come in the [...] The post Gerrard: I’m Worried For Slot’s Position At Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Euston Returns: What Six Days of Closure Actually Cost London’s Transport Network
London Euston station reopens to mainline services on Thursday, April 9, after a six-day engineering shutdown that represented one of the most operationally complex Easter travel disruptions in England’s recent rail history. For the 100,000 passengers who use Euston on a typical working day, the closure between Good Friday and Wednesday covered a window that […] The post Euston Returns: What Six Days of Closure Actually Cost London’s Transport Network appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Why Onuachu Struggles To Score Goals For Super Eagles —Lawal
Former Nigeria international Garba Lawal has explained why Paul Onuachu struggles to score goals for the Super Eagles despite his impressive returns for his club. Since making debut for the Super Eagles, Onuachu has only managed four goals in 30 appearances. Also he has featured at three Africa up of Nations but has only managed [...] The post Why Onuachu Struggles To Score Goals For Super Eagles —Lawal appeared first on Complete Sports.
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EACC Inducts New Officers in Renewed Push Against Corruption
Mohamud outlined key priorities for the agency, including closer monitoring of large-scale public projects, curbing bribery in service delivery, strengthening asset recovery efforts, and deepening collaboration with regulators and professional bodies to improve compliance and accountability
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UCL: The Tie Is Not Over —Kompany Warns Bayern Players After First Leg Win Vs Madrid
Vincent Kompany has warned his Bayern Munich players that their UEFA Champions League quarter-final tie is still open, despite securing a win at the Santiago Bernabeu. Bayern will head to the Allianz Arena with a slim 2-1 lead from the first leg. Luis Diaz gave the Bavarian’s the lead with four minutes left in the [...] The post UCL: The Tie Is Not Over —Kompany Warns Bayern Players After First Leg Win Vs Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.
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I Won’t Rush To Sign A New Contract At Juventus –Spalletti
Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti has disclosed that he’s in no rush to discuss a new contract with the club. Recall that the Italian tactician’s deal runs to the end of the season, having penned a short-term deal after replacing Igor Tudor earlier this season. Speaking after Juve’s 2-0 win against Genoa, Spalletti noted that he’ll [...] The post I Won’t Rush To Sign A New Contract At Juventus –Spalletti appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Mudavadi Receives Credentials of New UN Resident Coordinator Garry Conille
NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 8 — Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi on Tuesday received the credentials of newly appointed United Nations Resident Coordinator Garry Conille, reaffirming Kenya’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with the UN system. Mudavadi said he formally welcomed Conille at the Railways Headquarters in Nairobi and […]
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Iran ceasefire deal a partial win for Trump – but at a high cost
At 18:32 Washington time, President Donald Trump posted on his social media website that the US and Iran were "very far along" with a "definitive" peace agreement and that he had agreed to a two-week ceasefire to allow negotiations to proceed.
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All Set for Late MP David Kiaraho Memorial at Nyandarua University Grounds
Ad-Hoc Committee overseeing the funeral arrangements, chaired by Kinangop MP Kwenya Thuku, confirmed that all is set for the event, which is expected to be attended by the Head of State alongside other national and local leaders.
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Rwanda pushes for global legal framework to combat genocide ideology
Speaking during the 32nd commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Nairobi, Ambassador Rwamucyo urged the international community to enact laws criminalizing genocide denial and related ideologies
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How KRA Reached KSh2 Trillion: New Data Reveals Surge in Revenue Collection This Financial Year
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has surpassed the Ksh. 2 trillion milestone in cumulative revenue collection for the first nine months of the 2025/2026 financial year. As of March 31, 2026, the authority recorded Ksh. 2.038 trillion in total collections. Although this figure represents a 96.1% performance rate against the targeted Ksh. 2.122 trillion for that period, it marks a significant 11.4% growth compared to the Ksh. 1.829 trillion collected during the same period in the 2024/2025 fiscal year. KRA attributes this upward trajectory to improved administrative efficiency, deepened digital integration, and streamlined tax compliance initiatives, such as the Electronic The post How KRA Reached KSh2 Trillion: New Data Reveals Surge in Revenue Collection This Financial Year appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Tuju Karen Property Dispute Takes New Turn as Buyer Defends Auction Sale
The High Court is currently navigating a complex property dispute involving former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju as legal teams clash over the legitimacy of a sale involving the multibillion-shilling Dari property in Karen. During a substantive hearing on Tuesday before Justice Moses Ado, the 10th defendant, Ultra Eureka Limited, asserted that it acquired the land legally through a public auction. The company informed the court that it purchased the property on October 1, 2024, acting on the statutory power of sale exercised by the second defendant, Knight Frank Valuers Limited. Ultra Eureka Limited emphasized that it had already taken possession The post Tuju Karen Property Dispute Takes New Turn as Buyer Defends Auction Sale appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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West Ham Lodge Complaint To FIFA Against DR Congo
West Ham United have submitted a complaint to FIFA after alleging DR Congo did not sanction Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s release to return to his club ahead of their FA Cup quarter-final tie against Leeds United, nytimes.com reports. The 27-year-old right-back missed his side’s penalty shootout loss on Sunday after helping DR Congo qualify for the World [...] The post West Ham Lodge Complaint To FIFA Against DR Congo appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Okonkwo Suffers Humiliating Home Defeat With Promotion-Seeking Wrexham Against Southampton
Arthur Okonkwo was in action as Wrexham push for a Championship play-off place took a big dent following a 5-1 defeat to Southampton in the English Championship on Tuesday night, North Wales Pioneer reports. The win saw Southampton move up to sixth on 66 points while Wrexham, on 64 points, drop to seventh place in [...] The post Okonkwo Suffers Humiliating Home Defeat With Promotion-Seeking Wrexham Against Southampton appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL: Kane Earns Bayern Victory At Real, Arsenal Snatch Late Win Over Sporting Lisbon
Harry Kane was on target as Bayern Munich defeated Real Madrid 2-1 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final tie at the Bernabeu on Tuesday night. Colombia international Luis Diaz gave Bayern the lead four minutes before the break. Kane doubled the Bundesliga giants lead one minute after the break. Read Also:UCL: [...] The post UCL: Kane Earns Bayern Victory At Real, Arsenal Snatch Late Win Over Sporting Lisbon appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2026 World Cup: DR Congo Must Embrace Peace And Stop Ongoing Conflict –Bakambu
Real Betis winger Cedric Bakambu has urged for peace and unity in the Democratic Republic of Congo following their historic 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification. After a 1-0 victory against Jamaica, Bakambu, via his X handle, dedicated the achievement to the war-torn eastern region, emphasizing the need for peace, unity, and modernization of sports infrastructure. [...] The post 2026 World Cup: DR Congo Must Embrace Peace And Stop Ongoing Conflict –Bakambu appeared first on Complete Sports.
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PSG Vs LOSC Lille Lineups and Stats: Dembélé Double Seals Dominant PSG Victory
The PSG Vs LOSC Lille lineups confirmed Luis Enrique’s Paris Saint-Germain fielded a formidable and tactically versatile starting eleven at the Parc des Princes on Friday 16 January 2026, as Ousmane Dembélé scored twice and substitute Bradley Barcola added a late third in stoppage time to complete a commanding 3-0 Ligue 1 victory against one […] The post PSG Vs LOSC Lille Lineups and Stats: Dembélé Double Seals Dominant PSG Victory appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Newcastle United F.C. Vs Everton F.C. Lineups: Barry Breaks Geordie Hearts As Everton Claim 3-2 Win
The Newcastle United F.C. Vs Everton F.C. lineups from the Premier League fixture played on Saturday 28 February 2026 at a packed St James’ Park — attendance 52,514 — delivered a Premier League encounter of genuine quality and considerable drama, as Everton substitute Tyias Barry’s 83rd-minute goal sealed a dramatic 3-2 away victory for Sean […] The post Newcastle United F.C. Vs Everton F.C. Lineups: Barry Breaks Geordie Hearts As Everton Claim 3-2 Win appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Burnley F.C. Vs Brentford F.C. Lineups and Stats: Seven-Goal Thriller Ends In Heartbreak
The Burnley F.C. Vs Brentford F.C. lineups were confirmed for a Premier League showdown at Turf Moor on Saturday 28 February 2026 that produced one of the most entertaining top-flight encounters of the season, as Brentford edged a breathtaking 4-3 victory in front of 20,069 supporters, with Mikkel Damsgaard scoring twice — including a decisive […] The post Burnley F.C. Vs Brentford F.C. Lineups and Stats: Seven-Goal Thriller Ends In Heartbreak appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Milwaukee Bucks Vs Pacers Match Player Stats: 123-115 Victory for Pacers
The Milwaukee Bucks Vs Pacers match player stats from Game 2 of their Eastern Conference first-round series on Tuesday 22 April 2025 told the story of an Indiana Pacers side operating at the peak of their collective powers, as Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton combined for 45 points and 23 assists to lead a 123-115 […] The post Milwaukee Bucks Vs Pacers Match Player Stats: 123-115 Victory for Pacers appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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UCL: There’s No Favourite —Enrique Insists Ahead PSG Vs Liverpool First Leg Q/Final Tie
Luis Enrique has said there is no favourite between Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool, ahead of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg clash. Out of the Premier League title race. Routed in the FA Cup. Mounting questions over the manager’s future. A star forward set to leave. A disgruntled captain saying his team gave up. [...] The post UCL: There’s No Favourite —Enrique Insists Ahead PSG Vs Liverpool First Leg Q/Final Tie appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Saka Must Change His Style Of Football –Gallas
Former Tottenham defender William Gallas has advised Arsenal star Bukayo Saka to change his style of football if he must get back to his best. After several seasons of high-volume play, there are suggestions that he is experiencing physical fatigue, reducing his explosive burst, and that he may need to evolve his game to rely [...] The post Saka Must Change His Style Of Football –Gallas appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Maguire Sacrifices Salary to Stay at Man United in Shocking Contract Extension
Harry Maguire has signed a new contract with Manchester United FC, extending his stay at Old Trafford until 2027, with the option of a further year, in a move that has surprised many due to a reported salary reduction. The 33-year-old centre-back, whose previous deal was set to expire at the end of the season, [...] The post Maguire Sacrifices Salary to Stay at Man United in Shocking Contract Extension appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Beşiktaş Announce Ndidi Injury Blow
Wilfred Ndidi will spend time on the sidelines due to a hamstring injury, Completesports.com reports. Beşiktaş confirmed on Tuesday that the defensive midfielder sustained the injury in Sunday’s defeat at Fenerbahçe. “Our football player Wilfred Ndidi, who was unable to continue playing in the 85th minute of our A Team’s Trendyol Super League match against [...] The post Beşiktaş Announce Ndidi Injury Blow appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Is Arsenal QUADRUPLE DREAM in Total Collapse As Season Hangs by a Thread?!
Arsenal FC’s quest for a historic quadruple has spectacularly unraveled after a shocking 2–1 defeat to Southampton FC in the FA Cup quarterfinals. At St Mary’s, substitute Shea Charles delivered the decisive blow in the 85th minute, sending the Championship side to Wembley and leaving Mikel Arteta’s men staring at the possibility of another trophyless [...] The post Is Arsenal QUADRUPLE DREAM in Total Collapse As Season Hangs by a Thread?! appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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OFFICIAL: FIFA Clears Okonkwo Switch of Allegiance to Represent Super Eagles
The FIFA has officially approved the change of international allegiance for Arthur Okonkwo, making the towering shot-stopper eligible to represent Nigeria national football team, Super Eagles. The decision, confirmed on April 6, 2026, via FIFA’s Change of Association platform, sees Okonkwo’s registration moved from The Football Association to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), ending months [...] The post OFFICIAL: FIFA Clears Okonkwo Switch of Allegiance to Represent Super Eagles appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Mourinho: I’m Not Leaving Benfica This Summer
Jose Mourinho has reaffirmed his commitment to Benfica, dismissing rumors of a summer exit despite speculation linking him to other roles. The Portuguese tactician, whose contract runs until the end of the 2026/27 season, has been heavily linked with a move to Sporting CP and Manchester United. Despite reports suggesting Benfica was eyeing replacements, Mourinho [...] The post Mourinho: I’m Not Leaving Benfica This Summer appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Iheanacho’s Goal Vs Dundee Was Legitimate –Roache
Former referee Des Roache believes Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho’s goal against Dundee FC was a legitimate goal. The Nigerian international scored the winner to keep Celtic in the title race, but suggestions of a foul in the build-up to his goal sparked debate. However, there have been claims that it was a push on [...] The post Iheanacho’s Goal Vs Dundee Was Legitimate –Roache appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Wrexham Goalkeeper Switches Allegiance From England To Nigeria
Arthur Okonkwo has officially received approval from the Federation of International Football Association, FIFA, to play for Nigeria, reports Completesports.com. Okonkwo, who was born in London to Nigerian parents previously represented England at the youth level. The 24-year-old was cleared by FIFA on Monday, paving the way for him to now represent Nigeria at the [...] The post Wrexham Goalkeeper Switches Allegiance From England To Nigeria appeared first on Complete Sports.
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How NNADOZIE Stood Tall as Brighton Smash Arsenal to Reach FA Cup Semis
Chiamaka Nnadozie delivered a match-winning performance as Brighton & Hove Albion Women stunned Arsenal Women FC 2–0 to book a place in the semi-finals of the Women’s FA Cup. At Meadow Park, the Nigerian shot-stopper was simply unbeatable, keeping a clean sheet and making crucial saves to deny the Gunners, sending Brighton into the last [...] The post How NNADOZIE Stood Tall as Brighton Smash Arsenal to Reach FA Cup Semis appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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