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New Zealand reached the World Cup for only the third time with a 3-0 win over New Caledonia on Monday but lost in-form Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood to injury. The All Whites join already qualified Japan and co-hosts the United States, Canada and Mexico at next year’s finals thanks to three second-half goals. But the victory in Auckland in the final of Oceania qualifying came at a cost, with skipper Wood suffering what appeared to be a hip injury. Soon after half time at Eden Park, Wood hurt himself swivelling for a shot and required treatment before hobbling off…

Idowu Abdullahi A professor of orthopaedic and trauma surgery, Mike Ogirima, has described some dancing styles and sitting positions as an abuse of the back, warning that they could lead to persistent back pain. The orthopaedic surgeon said people involved in rigorous work that daily involves bending such as laborers and artisans have a higher risk of back pain. Ogirima, a past President of the Nigerian Medical Association, said this abuse could subject the back to experience faster wear and tear, and sometimes back pain. “A lot of dancing, twisting, and twerking is an abuse of the back; that is…

The list of nominees for this year’s edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) has been released. Uzor Arukwe, Omoni Oboli, and others made the cut. Organisers of the awards which recognises excellence in filmmaking, acting, and content creation released the shortlist on Sunday night. Uzor got the nomination for Best Supporting Actor for Suspicion while Omoni was shortlisted in the Best Supporting Actress for her role in Wives on Strike 3. The 2025 edition will have 28 voting and non-voting categories. AMVCA 2025 Nominees  See the full list of nominees for AMVCA 2025 below: Best Supporting ActressMeg…

Victor Osimhen will make a rapid return to Turkey to join Galatasaray immediately after Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe on Tuesday, March 25, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles’ talisman played a pivotal role in Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Rwanda last Friday, scoring both goals to reignite hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Now, with another crucial clash against Zimbabwe in Uyo on the horizon, Osimhen is expected to lead the line once again. Despite Nigeria’s focus on securing back-to-back wins in qualifying, Galatasaray are eager to have their star striker back as soon as possible. Exclusive…

The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a suspect in connection with the killing of a Point of Sale (POS) operator, Abbas Yuguda, who was attacked in Mayo-Belwa Local Government Area. Police spokesperson, Suleiman Nguroje, said the incident happened on March 22, 2025, when the 35-year-old victim was heading home after closing his business for the day. “A group of assailants armed with dangerous weapons ambushed him, inflicting severe head injuries and leaving him in a pool of blood,” Nguroje said in a statement. “Operatives from the Mayo-Belwa Divisional Police Headquarters arrived at the scene and rushed Yuguda to…

The race to secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, to be hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico, enters a decisive phase as African teams gear up for Matchday 6 of the qualifiers. With the stakes higher than ever, group leaders will aim to consolidate their positions, while teams in pursuit of qualification will fight to keep their dreams alive. Nigeria’s commanding 2-0 win over Rwanda on Friday set the tone for the week, demonstrating the intensity and quality of the competition. As Monday and Tuesday fixtures unfold, fans across the continent are eager to see which…

Zimbabwean winger Tawanda Chirewa has insisted his side will not be intimidated by Nigeria when they meet in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. Chirewa, who plays as a right winger for EFL League One club Huddersfield Town, on loan from Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers, remains confident in Zimbabwe’s ability to challenge the Super Eagles despite their struggles in Group C. “I’m just focused on recovery and preparing to go again on Tuesday against Nigeria, which is a very good team,” Chirewa, 21, told The Standard,…

The camps of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, have responded to criticisms from former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Chief Bode George and former Kano State Governor, Ibrahim Shekarau, over the newly formed coalition ahead of the 2027 election. Both George and Shekarau faulted the formation of the coalition and the idea of a mega party to wrest power from the ruling All Progressives Congress in 2027, saying the move was driven by personal ambition. They also raised concerns over the emerging alliance of opposition figures…

Salisu Kabuga The Governor of Jigawa State, Umar Namadi, has expressed disappointment over the quality of work on the ₦10.8 billion Gully Erosion Control Project in Kargo, Dutse Local Government Area of the state. During an unscheduled visit on Saturday, Namadi faulted the contractor, Retercha Company Limited, for using ,substandard materials warning that his administration would not tolerate poor workmanship. Governor Namadi during an unscheduled visit to inspect the Gully Erosion Control Project in Kargo, Dutse LG, Jigawa State. The project, supported by the World Bank, aimed to combat erosion in affected communities, including Danmasara, Yalwawa, and Kargo, under the…

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), in collaboration with RDD Associates, has trained 20 women on the use of smokeless kilns for fish smoking in Ago-Egun, Ilaje-Bariga fishing community. The training held at Ago-Egun, Ilaje fishing community in Bariga Local Council of Lagos attracted Asejere fish smoking Women Group, aimed at achieving improved air quality in the area. Smokeless kilns technology is aimed at replacing the traditional fish-smoking methods that have long contributed to air pollution and posed significant health risks to the community. Speaking at the forum, LASEPA General Manager, Dr Babatunde Ajayi, represented by the Head…