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Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has excluded Karim Adeyemi, Noah Atubolu, and Kevin Schade from his 2026 FIFA World Cup squad, opting for experience and in-form alternatives amid strong competition for places.
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The NPFL has arranged duplicate trophies in Lagos and Port Harcourt ahead of the 2025/26 season finale, as Enugu Rangers and Rivers United go into the final day separated by just one point, with simultaneous kick-offs planned amid both a tight title race and a multi-club relegation battle.
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Raphael Onyedika has won the 2025/26 Belgian Pro League title with Club Brugge KV after a 2-2 draw against K.V. Mechelen, marking a major milestone in the Super Eagles midfielder’s growing European career and his rise as one of Nigeria’s most consistent exports.
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Super Eagles coach Éric Chelle has added Nathan Tella and Alhassan Yusuf to the squad for the Unity Cup, boosting tactical depth and midfield/wing options as Nigeria prepares for a high-intensity tournament schedule.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America will feature an expanded 48-team format and is expected to showcase a new generation of global superstars, including Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, Vinícius Júnior, Jude Bellingham, Florian Wirtz, and Jamal Musiala, while marking a transition era as veteran icons like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo approach their final tournament appearances.
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Sen. Solomon Adeola won the APC governorship primary in Ogun State with 304,055 votes, defeating Abayomi Hunye, who scored zero. He was declared the party’s 2027 candidate. Adeola pledged unity, continuity, and development, while Governor Abiodun praised the peaceful process and confidence shown by party members across the state.
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Former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has alleged result manipulation during the APC governorship primaries in Oyo State, claiming irregularities and misconduct in several wards. He said some elections were conducted before the scheduled time and figures were allegedly falsified. Adelabu warned that such actions undermine the credibility of the party’s internal democracy and called for a proper review of the exercise. Party officials have yet to respond to the allegations.
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The Presidency has dismissed viral reports claiming President Bola Tinubu plans to rename Nigeria the United States of Nigeria or abolish Sharia Law in the North, calling them fake and misleading. Bayo Onanuga said the story is aimed at destabilising the country ahead elections, and urged Nigerians to ignore misinformation.
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Governor Alex Otti has advised Abia youths not to rely solely on academic certificates, warning that lack of digital skills could limit future job opportunities. He gave the advice while addressing participants of the Techrise Cohort 3 programme, a three-month digital training initiative. Otti said employers now value innovation, creativity, and technical competence over certificates. He urged youths to build practical skills for self-reliance and entrepreneurship, while the programme focuses on
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Oyo State officials have dismissed viral claims that abducted pupils, students, and teachers from schools in Oriire LGA have been released, confirming no freedom has been secured. Authorities say security operations are ongoing after gunmen attacked three schools, killing at least one person and abducting about 30 victims, including children.
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The Gombe State Police Command has recovered 119 rounds of 7.62mm AK-47 live ammunition concealed in a sack along Kalshingi Road in Kwadon, Yamaltu/Deba LGA. According to the police, the discovery was made following credible intelligence received on May 19, 2026. The sack, found under a tree near a graveyard, also contained empty ammunition packets and other items. No arrests were made, but investigations and surveillance operations have been intensified to track those responsible.
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The APC is facing rising internal tensions after its nationwide primaries, with reports that over 50 lawmakers may lose their return tickets ahead of 2027. Several serving senators and House members have alleged irregularities and manipulation, while analysts say shifting party power blocs and governor influence reshaped outcomes across multiple states.
