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Former Nigerian kickboxing and MMA star, Ambassador Lovethpatra Ekufu, has unveiled the inaugural Black African History Global Iconic Awards, describing the initiative as a platform created to celebrate African excellence, promote unity and inspire young people across the continent. Ekufu, president of BAHGIA, said the awards, scheduled for July 5 at the Marriott Hotel, GRA Ikeja, Lagos, were conceived to recognise the achievements of Black Africans and people of African descent worldwide whose contributions often go unnoticed. “We discovered that Black people across the world are under-celebrated despite their outstanding contributions. The aim of this award is to honour excellence wherever…

Former Al-Nassr striker Henry Makinwa has shared a brutal verdict about South Africa’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ahead of their final group game against South Korea, Soccernet.ng reports. Bafana Bafana lost embarrassingly to Mexico in the opening fixture of the tournament at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. Goals from Julián Quiñones and Raul Gimenez sealed a victory for El Tri, but Hugo Broos’ men went down to nine men in the course of the game as Sphephelo Sithole and Themba Zwane were given red cards in the second half. South Africa’s second group game against Czechia saw the…

Hundreds of Nigerians awaiting evacuation from South Africa are facing hunger, homelessness and worsening hardship following delays in the second batch of repatriation flights arranged by the Federal Government. Many of the affected Nigerians, including women, children and the elderly, have reportedly exhausted their savings after travelling from different provinces for registration and screening, only to be left stranded without adequate food, shelter or transportation. The President of the Nigerian Citizens Association South Africa, Rev. Frank Onyekwelu, disclosed this on Friday, urging the Federal Government to expedite the evacuation process and provide emergency humanitarian assistance to those awaiting their return…

Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has blamed Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on their poor start in the qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. The tournament started last week, and all 48 teams have begun their battle to become champions of the world. This is the biggest edition of the tournament, with 48 teams competing across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Africa has ten nations in this competition. Teboho Mokoena of South Africa, Gilberto Mora of Mexico. Copyright: ImagoxIanxRoblesx However, the Super Eagles, who are one of the most talented teams, are missing from this edition. Despite…

Angela Onwuzoo The Lagos State Health Management Agency says it has enrolled over 1.5 million residents in the state’s health insurance scheme, Ilera Eko, as part of efforts to expand access to affordable healthcare and reduce out-of-pocket spending on medical services. Of the 1,502,994 residents enrolled as of May 31, 2026, 54 per cent are female and 46 per cent male. Residents aged 18 to 60 account for more than 62 per cent of enrollees, while those aged five to 18 years make up 23 per cent. The Permanent Secretary of LASHMA, Dr Emmanuella Zamba, disclosed this on Thursday during…

One person has died and “a number of people have been injured” after two passenger trains collided on Friday near Bedford, north of London, British Transport Police said. “A major incident has been declared, and officers are continuing to respond at the scene alongside colleagues from Bedfordshire Police and the local Fire and Rescue and Ambulance Services,” the police force said in an update late Friday. “We know that a number of people have been injured and one person has very sadly died,” it added. The two passenger trains collided on Friday north of London, bringing emergency services, including air…

Former Super Eagles midfielder Mutiu Adepoju believes Victor Osimhen has not yet shown the qualities needed to become captain of Nigeria’s national team, despite the striker’s outstanding achievements in a Super Eagles shirt, Soccernet.ng reports. The decision to name a new Nigeria captain surfaced after long-serving leaders William Troost-Ekong and Ahmed Musa stepped away from international football before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Their departures left head coach Eric Chelle with the task of appointing a new permanent captain for a squad filled with experienced stars. Atlético Madrid-linked Osimhen was widely viewed as one of the strongest candidates. The…

President Bola Tinubu has approved a final six-month tenure extension for the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, allowing him to remain in office until February 2027. The extension was announced in a statement issued on Friday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, Adeniyi’s first tenure extension was due to expire on August 1, 2026, but Tinubu approved an additional six months to enable him to complete key reforms within the Customs Service. Onanuga said the extension was granted “to enable him to consolidate the implementation of…

​Samuel Chukwueze’s future remains a top talking point at AC Milan, with uncertainty surrounding whether the winger will remain at the club beyond this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Chukwueze joined the Rossoneri from Villarreal three years ago. However, following a difficult start to his Italian stay, the club sent him on a season-long loan to Fulham. During his time in England, he showed flashes of brilliance in the first half of the season but saw his form decline after returning from the Africa Cup of Nations in February. Samuel Chukwueze at Fulham (Photo by Imago) ​Across 25 appearances for Fulham, the…

South African pop star Tyla is ushering in her next era with “Is It Love,” a sultry new single that offers fans an exciting glimpse into her highly anticipated studio album, “APOP.” Blending smooth R&B with global rhythms, the track explores the emotional highs and uncertainties of modern romance while asking one unforgettable question: “Is it love if you don’t cry?” Rather than suggesting that tears are the ultimate proof of affection, the song uses crying as a poetic metaphor for emotional vulnerability and the desire to feel deeply seen by a partner. Throughout the track, Tyla longs for reassurance,…