51 m. ago AFCON 2025: Five African Player of the Year winners set for semi

Discover the 5 African Player of the Year winners lighting up the AFCON 2025 semifinals, including Osimhen, Salah, and Mané. Who will lead their team to gl Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-five-african-player-of-the-year-winners-set-for-semi-finals/

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7 h. ago Over 100 children killed in Gaza since ceasefire, says UNICEF

UNICEF reports over 100 children killed in Gaza since the October ceasefire, citing drone strikes, airstrikes, and shelling as primary causes of death. Read More: https://punchng.com/over-100-children-killed-in-gaza-since-ceasefire-says-unicef/

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8 h. ago Balance of payments surplus, remittances highlight CBN reforms’ impact

The ongoing reforms in Nigeria’s financial sector have contributed to a notable Balance of Payments (BOP) surplus, sustained growth in read more Balance of payments surplus, remittances highlight CBN reforms’ impact

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8 h. ago Int’l organisations may face more job cuts globally following U.S funding withdrawal

The recent withdrawal of funding by the United States (US) from 66 international and humanitarian organisations, including several United Nations read more Int’l organisations may face more job cuts globally following U.S funding withdrawal

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8 h. ago Wife of Ogun’s first civilian gov, Lucia Onabanjo, dies at 100

Madam Lucia Onabanjo, wife of Ogun State’s first civilian governor, Olabisi Onabanjo, has passed away peacefully at the age of 100, her family announced. Read More: https://punchng.com/wife-of-oguns-first-civilian-gov-lucia-onabanjo-dies-at-100/

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11 h. ago Venezuela: UN independent investigators seek immediate release of all political prisoners

UN independent investigators on Monday called  for immediate release of all political prisoners in Venezuela, stating that more than 100 read more Venezuela: UN independent investigators seek immediate release of all political prisoners

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11 h. ago Turkish Airlines lays foundations for new investment initiative worth 100 billion Turkish Lira

Turkish Airlines has launched a comprehensive investment initiative that will strengthen Türkiye’s aviation infrastructure and further advance its competitive edge. read more Turkish Airlines lays foundations for new investment initiative worth 100 billion Turkish Lira

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12 h. ago Football Does Not Create Unity, It Reveals Its Latent Possibility

The DeeJay at Farm City was livid with rage. Not the performative rage that sometimes accompanies hype music and crowd control, but a visceral indignation provoked by what had become the talking point of the day: the temerity of Algerian players joking that the Super Eagles of Nigeria would be sent back to Sambisa Forest […]

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14 h. ago U.S. Revokes Over 100,000 Visas, Including Thousands Of Student Permits

The United States Department of State has revoked more than 100,000 visas, including thousands issued to international students and specialised professionals, citing encounters with law enforcement for criminal activity. In a statement shared on X on Monday, the department announced: “The State Department has now revoked over 100,000 visas, including some 8,000 student visas and […]

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17 h. ago Soldiers’ deployment for internal security weakening police – Buratai

Former Army Chief Buratai warns that deploying soldiers for internal security in Nigeria weakens police capacity and strains military resources. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-deployment-for-internal-security-weakening-police-buratai/

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17 h. ago Stakeholders flag dead people’s names on Kwara APC membership list

A Kwara APC membership sensitization is mired in controversy after stakeholders discovered names and forged signatures of deceased ward executives on a lis Read More: https://punchng.com/stakeholders-flag-dead-peoples-names-on-kwara-apc-membership-list/

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22 h. ago Real Madrid Appoint Alvaro Abeloa To Replce Xabi Alonso After Super Cup Loss To Barcelona

Xabi Alonso has left his role as Real Madrid head coach. Real Madrid has appointed former player, Alvaro Arbeloa to replace Xabi Alonso, as head coach, on Monday, after Sunday’s Supercopa de España final defeat by Barcelona, with a club statement. A second statement from the Spanish side confirmed that Alvaro Arbeloa, the former defender, has […] The post Real Madrid Appoint Alvaro Abeloa To Replce Xabi Alonso After Super Cup Loss To Barcelona appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago AFCON 2025: Odegbami confident Super Eagles will defeat Morocco in semi

Former Nigeria international and 1980 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) winner Segun Odegbami has expressed strong confidence ahead of the read more AFCON 2025: Odegbami confident Super Eagles will defeat Morocco in semi-final clash

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23 h. ago Dreams dashed: How Alonso’s Real Madrid return crumbled under a year

Xabi Alonso’s dream return to Real Madrid lasted less than eight months. Explore the reasons for his dismissal, from poor results to player friction. Read More: https://punchng.com/dreams-dashed-how-alonsos-real-madrid-return-crumbled-under-a-year/

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26 h. ago Rosenior prioritises player fitness ahead of Chelsea, Arsenal League Cup clash

Get the latest on Chelsea player fitness ahead of the League Cup clash with Arsenal. Liam Rosenior discusses team news and key player decisions. Read More: https://punchng.com/rosenior-prioritises-player-fitness-ahead-of-chelsea-arsenal-league-cup-clash/

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26 h. ago Military’s internal security role weakening police, says Buratai

Ex-Army Chief Buratai warns that deploying the military for internal security weakens the police, strains resources, and reduces readiness for external thr Read More: https://punchng.com/militarys-internal-security-role-weakening-police-says-buratai/

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29 h. ago 2025 AFCON: CAF Begins Investigation Into Incident After Nigeria

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has condemned the “inappropriate behaviour” of players and officials following incidents that marred the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal matches between Nigeria and Algeria and Morocco and Cameroon. In a statement on Monday, CAF said it has referred the incidents from both matches to its disciplinary board after […] The post 2025 AFCON: CAF Begins Investigation Into Incident After Nigeria-Algeria Quarterfinal Clash appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago AFCON 2025: Algeria petitions CAF, FIFA over Nigeria quarterfinal officiating

The Algerian Football Federation has confirmed that it has submitted formal complaints to both the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) over refereeing decisions in its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash against Nigeria. The announcement was made on Monday via the official X handle of Équipe Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-algeria-petitions-caf-fifa-over-nigeria-quarterfinal-officiating/

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33 h. ago Super Eagles Striker, Victor Boniface Begins Rehabilitation After Successful Knee Surgery

Super Eagles striker, Victor Boniface has started rehabilitation after undergoing a successful knee surgery. The Werder Bremen striker, on loan from Bayer Leverkusen, went under the knife in Innsbruck, Austria, on Saturday. The Nigerian international has already been ruled out for the remainder of the season, with the hope of bouncing back for next season. […] The post Super Eagles Striker, Victor Boniface Begins Rehabilitation After Successful Knee Surgery appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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33 h. ago FULL LIST: ‘One Battle After Another’ dominates 83rd Golden Globe awards

Get the complete list of winners from the 83rd Golden Globe Awards. ‘One Battle After Another’ and ‘Hamnet’ dominate the top film categories. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-one-battle-after-another-dominates-83rd-golden-globe-awards/

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