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Two races, two centres, two powerful causes
Walter Nyamukondiwa-Mashonaland West Bureau Chief Mashonaland West province will tomorrow host two high-profile races, the Valour Race in honour of the Chinhoyi Seven Heroes’ gallantry and the Zimbabwe Republic Police…
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Kenya Positions Itself as Africa’s Digital Innovation Hub Ahead of Africa Forward Summit
The summit, is expected to spotlight Kenya’s expanding digital economy and attract investment into youth-led innovations and technology enterprises.
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Ruto: Era of Marginalisation and Discrimination in Kenya is Over
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 8 — William Ruto has declared that the era of discrimination and marginalisation in Kenya is over, saying the government is implementing inclusive development programmes to ensure no region is left behind. Speaking during his development tour of Laikipia County on Friday, the President said every part of the country deserves equitable […]
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THIS WEEK IN NUMBERS
67 The number of Bilateral Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (BIPPA) farms that Government says will be returned to investors after remaining gazetted but unoccupied during Zimbabwe’s land reform programme.…
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EXCLUSIVE: Justin Madugu Exposes Super Falcons International Window Struggles
Head coach of the Super Falcons, Justin Madugu, has opened up on the growing frustration surrounding Nigeria’s lack of international matches, revealing that several countries are deliberately avoiding friendlies against the African giants. Speaking in a exclusive interview with to Brila.net, Madugu admitted the situation is hurting the team’s preparations and disclosed that the Nigeria [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: Justin Madugu Exposes Super Falcons International Window Struggles appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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NEW: Government pledges dialogue with health workers as President Mnangagwa commissions refurbished Adlam House
Harmony Agere PRESIDENT MNANGAGWA today said Government remains committed to engaging healthcare workers and addressing their legitimate concerns as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s health delivery system. Speaking…
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Nigerian superstar Minister GUC jets in Byo for grand finale
Mthabisi Tshuma, mthabisimthire@gmail.com PROMINENT Nigerian gospel singer and songwriter Minister GUC, on Thursday touched down in Bulawayo where he is the headline act at a worship event dubbed Bulawayo’s Grand…
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Night Closure Announced for Uhuru Highway as KeNHA Schedules Maintenance Works
In a public notice issued , KeNHA said Uhuru Highway (A8 Road) between Museum Hill Interchange and Westlands Roundabout will be closed on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 10:00pm to 5:00am.
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ZPCS appoints new Deputy Officer Commanding Matabeleland South province
Online Reporter THE Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS) has appointed Assistant Commissioner Jabulile Mathema as Deputy Officer Commanding for Matabeleland South Province. She assumed her new role on April…
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U-20 WWCQ: Malawi Coach Rallies Fans Ahead Falconets Decider
Maggie Chombo has called on Malawians to rally behind the Young Scorchers ahead of the decisive 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Nigeria’s Falconets at Bingu National Stadium, Lilongwe on Saturday. The Young Scorchers head into the crucial encounter with an impressive home record, having not lost a match at home during their [...] The post U-20 WWCQ: Malawi Coach Rallies Fans Ahead Falconets Decider appeared first on Complete Sports.
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French Tennis Star: ‘I Really Hope To Become World No. 1 Someday’ 
Tennis star Arthur Fils has expressed his ​desire to attain the feat of becoming world no 1. The 21-year-old Frenchman has been one of the standout players of the last few months and appears as one of the few names capable of challenging the dominance of Jannik Sinner. The Frenchman has 20 wins in his [...] The post French Tennis Star: ‘I Really Hope To Become World No. 1 Someday’  appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Davido: Arsenal, Not PSG Will Win Champions League
Nigerian Afrobeat superstar Davido believes Arsenal will overcome Paris Saint-Germain to win the UEFA Champions League. The endorsement comes amid massive excitement around Arsenal’s performance this season, with fans and supporters linking the club to potential glory. Read Also:Super Falcons Forward To Miss Action For Six Weeks Recall that the Gunners defeated Atletico Madrid 2-1 [...] The post Davido: Arsenal, Not PSG Will Win Champions League appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Falcons Forward To Miss Action For Six Weeks
Esther Okoronkwo is expected to be sidelined for about six weeks after sustaining a knee injury during AFC Toronto’s league clash against Halifax. The Super Falcons forward suffered a meniscus damage in the encounter. Milanovic Reveals Injury Blow Head coach Marco Milanovic is, however, confident the team can cope with Okoronkwo’s absence. “We do have [...] The post Super Falcons Forward To Miss Action For Six Weeks appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Big boost for RB Leipzig as Flying Eagles attacker returns to team training
Nigeria U-20 winger Sani Suleiman has returned to first-team training with Bundesliga side RB Leipzig ahead of their clash against St. Pauli tomorrow, Soccernet.ng reports. The 19-year-old joined Die Rotten-Bullen from Slovakian side AS Trencin for five million Euros during the winter transfer window, shortly after the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile. Leipzig defeated […]
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Gibbs-White, Guardiola Win EPL Player, Manager Of The Month Award For April
Nottingham Forest captain Morgan Gibbs-White has been named Premier League Player of the Month for April after a series of standout performances. Gibbs-White scored four goals and provided an assist across just three matches, including a 15-minute hat-trick in Forest’s 4-1 comeback win over Burnley. Also, he netted a goal and had an assist in [...] The post Gibbs-White, Guardiola Win EPL Player, Manager Of The Month Award For April appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chuba Akpom opens up on Ajax struggles as Ipswich promotion seals permanent transfer
Nigerian forward Chuba Akpom has admitted that his time at AFC Ajax was one of the most difficult periods of his career, Soccernet.ng reports. The Ipswich Town striker revealed that the instability inside the Dutch club affected both his confidence and performances. Speaking to Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf via Goal, Akpom reflected on a turbulent […]
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Super Falcons: Esther Okoronkwo set to miss WAFCON 2026 – Report
Super Falcons and Toronto AFC Women forward Esther Okoronkwo is now a doubt for Nigeria's upcoming WAFCON 2026 campaign, Soccernet.ng reports. The 29-year-old was one of the Super Falcons' standout players in Morocco last year, scoring two goals and providing seven assists as the Nigerian Female Football team were crowned African Champions for the 10th […]
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NNL: Sporting Lagos, Inter Battle For Title
Sporting Lagos will be aiming to clinch the Nigeria National League, NNL, title when they face Inter Lagos on Friday (today). Jeffrey Buter’s side head into the game as the only side with a hundred percent record in the tournament. The Noisy Lagosians opened their campaign with a gritty 1-0 win over Ranchers Bees before [...] The post NNL: Sporting Lagos, Inter Battle For Title appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“It wasn’t intentional” – Sunderland coach explains red card incident with Super Eagles star
Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris has addressed the red card incident involving defender Daniel Ballard and Wolves forward Tolu Arokodare during last weekend’s Premier League clash, Soccernet.ng reports. The Black Cats travelled to Molineux to face already-relegated Wolves, but the major talking point of the game came in the first half when Ballard was given his marching orders. The incident occurred in the […]
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“It’s a whole lot” – Ex-Nigeria star reflects on struggles of leading Super Falcons
Former Super Falcons captain Desire Oparanozie has opened up on the challenges that comes with wearing the captain’s armband for the national team, Soccernet.ng reports. Oparanozie made her senior debut for the Super Falcons in 2010 after rising through Nigeria’s U20 setup, where she impressed at the 2010 and 2012 editions of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup. The […]
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NPFL: ‘Improved Officiating Has Elevated League Quality’ — Obiekwu
Former Nigeria international Kingsley Obiekwu has praised the improved standard of officiating in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, saying better refereeing decisions have significantly boosted the credibility and competitiveness of the domestic top flight, Completesports.com reports. NPFL Officiating Improvement Driving Better Competition The 51-year-old former defender stated that referees have shown greater consistency and [...] The post NPFL: ‘Improved Officiating Has Elevated League Quality’ — Obiekwu appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AI Home Design & Floor Plan Generator: Create Stunning Layouts In Seconds (2026 Guide)
Designing a home used to be a long and complicated process. You had to use one tool or expert for visual design and another for floor planning. This resulted in confusion, additional expense and slowdown since the idea did not always correspond to what was physically laid out. Things have changed now, with AI-driven systems [...] The post AI Home Design & Floor Plan Generator: Create Stunning Layouts In Seconds (2026 Guide) appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Deeper Issues Behind Nigeria’s Goalkeeping Concerns – Oliseh
Former Super Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh has stated that the country’s goalkeeping challenge isn’t a lack of quality, but rather deeper structural problems within the team’s defensive setup. Oliseh emphasized that even top-level goalkeepers cannot perform optimally without a solid backline. “A goalkeeper is as good as the defense,” Oliseh stated. “If you have a [...] The post Deeper Issues Behind Nigeria’s Goalkeeping Concerns – Oliseh appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Amusan Leads Nigeria’s Team To CAA Athletics Championships
Nigeria has unveiled a 45-man contingent for the forthcoming CAA Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, with a blend of established stars and emerging talents expected to spearhead the country’s medal pursuit. The Athletics Federation of Nigeria named a squad comprising 25 female and 20 male athletes for the continental showpiece scheduled to hold in Ghana. [...] The post Amusan Leads Nigeria’s Team To CAA Athletics Championships appeared first on Complete Sports.
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U-20 WWCQ: It’ll Be Easier In Malawi —Falconets Coach Speaks Ahead Second Leg Tie
Nigeria’s Falconets head coach Moses Aduku has said the final round of the 2026 FIFA U-20 women’s World Cup second leg clash with Malawi will be easier for his team compared to the first leg. The Falconets will take a 2-0 lead to Malawi for the second leg clash billed for Saturday, May 9. Winner [...] The post U-20 WWCQ: It’ll Be Easier In Malawi —Falconets Coach Speaks Ahead Second Leg Tie appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NFF Confirms Fresh Faces for Super Eagles Unity Cup Squad
The NFF General Secretary, Mohammed Sanusi has revealed that there’ll be a significantly refreshed Super Eagles squad for the upcoming Unity Cup. Sanusi confirmed that the selection will largely feature players from the domestic league, alongside eligible players born in the diaspora. He also noted that established senior stars, including Victor Osimhen, will not be [...] The post NFF Confirms Fresh Faces for Super Eagles Unity Cup Squad appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Atlanta Olympic Hero Backs Home-Based Goalkeepers, Calls for Greater Trust in NPFL Talent
Former Nigeria goalkeeper, Dosu Joseph has insisted that the biggest obstacle facing locally based players is the lack of trust and opportunities from coaches. Speaking on the state of goalkeeping in Nigeria, Dosu emphasized that talented goalkeepers can be found across the NPFL, NNL, and NLO. According to him, home-based goalkeepers are capable of excelling [...] The post Atlanta Olympic Hero Backs Home-Based Goalkeepers, Calls for Greater Trust in NPFL Talent appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Premier League Giants Interested In Vinicius Jr
Manchester City are preparing to make their presence felt in the race for Vinicius Junior, and according to TEAMtalk able to reveal club are closely monitoring his situation at Real Madrid and with an explosive exit from the Bernabeu now a genuine possibility this summer. The 25-year-old Brazil international has just over 12 months remaining [...] The post Premier League Giants Interested In Vinicius Jr appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Szoboszlai Is A Future Liverpool Captain –Aldridge
Former Liverpool striker John Aldridge has expressed high praise for Dominik Szoboszlai, identifying him as a potential future captain for the club due to his performances and leadership qualities. Despite some dips in form over the 2025-26 season, Szoboszlai has been regarded as a standout, high-energy midfielder who frequently covers extensive ground. Speaking to BettingLounge, [...] The post Szoboszlai Is A Future Liverpool Captain –Aldridge appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2026 World Cup: Nigeria’s Burna boy teams up with Shakira for theme song
The Super Eagles will not be at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but Nigeria will definitely have a recurring presence in the competition, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Nigeria failed to qualify from their group in the qualifiers proper. Despite getting a lifeline through the playoffs, they still failed to make it through. ​This edition of the Mundial […]
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NPFL Announces Simultaneous Kick-Off For Season’s Closing Fixtures
The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, have announced simultaneous kick-off for the final two games of the 2025/26 season. Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi stated that the matchday 37 and 38 games must be played simultaneously to ensure sporting fairness and to protect the integrity of results. ‎”It has also become imperative to remind all [...] The post NPFL Announces Simultaneous Kick-Off For Season’s Closing Fixtures appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Shakira Collaborates With Burna Boy For Official 2026 World Cup Song
Colombian music star Shakira has unveiled the official song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, featuring Nigerian Grammy winning artist Burna Boy. In an Instagram collab post with Global Citizen and FIFA World Cup, the Colombian artist, wearing a royal blue miniskirt and bright yellow top while holding a soccer ball, shared a one-minute clip [...] The post Shakira Collaborates With Burna Boy For Official 2026 World Cup Song appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Darwin Nunez Set for Saudi Arabia Exit as Chelsea Eye Redemption Move
Darwin Nunez has agreed to leave Al-Hilal this summer, barely a year after his £46 million move from Liverpool, in a development that could open the door to an unexpected Premier League return. The Uruguayan striker met with the Saudi club’s ownership in recent days, with both parties accepting that his departure was the only […] The post Darwin Nunez Set for Saudi Arabia Exit as Chelsea Eye Redemption Move appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Madrid Open Disciplinary Proceedings Against Tchouaméni, Valverde After Training Ground Fight
Real Madrid announced that the club have opened disciplinary proceedings against both Aurélien Tchouaméni and Federico Valverde, after a fight at the club’s training grounds left the Uruguay international hospitalized with a traumatic brain injury, si.com reports. The pair headlined an incident during Wednesday’s training session, and the situation only worsened a day later, leading [...] The post Madrid Open Disciplinary Proceedings Against Tchouaméni, Valverde After Training Ground Fight appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Crystal Palace Edge Shakhtar Donetsk, Zoom Into Conference League Final
Crystal Palace has qualified for the final of the Europa Conference League after overcoming Shakhtar Donetsk 2-1 in the second leg semi-final, sealing a 5-2 triumph on aggregate. The host got themselves ahead in the 25th minuter after Daniel Munoz’s cross from the right was deflected into his own net by Pedro Henrique after Adam [...] The post Crystal Palace Edge Shakhtar Donetsk, Zoom Into Conference League Final appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UEL: Aina Out Injured As Villa Thrash Forest 4-0 To Reach First European Final In 44 Years
Aston Villa blew Nottingham Forest away 4-0 at Villa Park to win 4-1 on aggregate and reach the Europa League final, Sky Sports reports. Super Eagles defender Ola Aina was not in action for Forest as he was sidelined due to injury. This is Villa’s first appearance in the final of a major European Cup [...] The post UEL: Aina Out Injured As Villa Thrash Forest 4-0 To Reach First European Final In 44 Years appeared first on Complete Sports.
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