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World Cup: Cape Verde goalkeeper set to be reunited with his mum

- Published Vozinha, the goalkeeper whose heroics helped Cape Verde earn a draw against Spain, is set to be reunited with his mother ahead of their next game against Uruguay on Sunday. The 40-year-old told reporters after Monday's player-of-the-match performance that his mum had been unable to atte…

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Ex-Nigeria oil minister cleared in UK bribery trial

Ex-Nigeria oil minister cleared in UK bribery trial A former Nigerian oil minister has been cleared of taking bribes from wealthy oil executives in the form of luxury home stays and lavish spending sprees in the UK. Diezani Alison-Madueke, 65, was found not guilty after a trial at London's Southwar…

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John Steenhuisen: Geordin Hill-Lewis wants former DA leader sacked from South African cabinet

Leader of South Africa's second biggest party wants his predecessor sacked as minister The leader of the second biggest party in South Africa's governing coalition has asked President Cyril Ramaphosa to sack his predecessor, one of the country's best-known politicians. Geordin Hill-Lewis wants the …

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Toronto Film Festival Reveals More Than 130 Buyers to Attend First Edition of Market

The Toronto Film Festival has revealed that more than 130 buyers from 49 countries have confirmed they will attend the first edition of its market, which is referred to as TIFF: The Market. Among the buyers attending the market, which takes place Sept. 10-16, are Picturehouse, Tanweer, Cineart, Bon…

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Religious hostilities rise globally as harassment of faith communities increases

The number of countries experiencing high levels of religion-related social hostility increased significantly in 2023, according to a new global study from Pew Research Center. The report found that 55 countries recorded high or very high levels of social hostilities involving religion in 2023 – a …

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Feature: When Africa Cheers Against Africa - The Ghanaian Chronicle

South Africa, Xenophobia, the 2026 World Cup, and the Uncomfortable Truth About Pan-Africanism June 11, 2026, the 2026 FIFA World Cup opened at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Mexico beat South Africa 2-0. South Africa ended the match with nine men. And across Ghana, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Mozambiqu…

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At least 58 states, territories contaminated by mines: UN - World News

Members of the Defense Ministry clear landmines left behind by the Syrian army during the war, in agricultural land south of Idlib, Syria, April 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Ghaith Alsayed) At least 58 states and territories are contaminated by anti-personnel mines, the U.N. rights chief said on June 16, wi…

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Why does Luca Zidane play for Algeria? Son of French great Zinedine Zidane is starting goalie for African side | Sporting News

While many remember Zinedine Zidane as one of France's most notable players, his son, Luca, is the goalkeeper for Algeria at the 2026 World Cup. Many viewers were quick to pick up on the Zidane name on the back of the goalkeeper's kit, and the broadcast has brought up the former Real Madrid manager…

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His movement is limited, his pace has gone and the chances of him capitalising on his enduring strength in the air and finishing are remote - but Portugal cannot say goodbye to Cristiano Ronaldo. Here

The story of Cristiano Ronaldo and a Belgian influencer at Portugal’s pre-tournament base in Palm Beach encapsulates the 41-year-old’s seemingly irresistible allure and his nation’s struggle to let him go. Celine Dept, who has 60million followers across her platforms, appeared so overcome with emot…

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World Cup 2026: Thomas Partey to miss Ghana's opener after visa appeal rejected

- Published Thomas Partey will miss Ghana's World Cup opener against Panama after wrongly telling officials in Canada he had never been arrested or charged with a crime. Partey, 33, was denied entry to Canada before Wednesday's match in Toronto because of ongoing criminal proceedings in the UK. The…

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G7 leaders pledge to enhance efforts on global debt vulnerabilities at Evian Summit

G7 leaders pledge to enhance efforts on global debt vulnerabilities at Evian Summit The declaration targets pre-emptive debt restructuring for middle-income countries left out of existing relief frameworks, with backing from five guest nations. The world’s wealthiest democracies just acknowledged w…

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Southern group urges action on rising insecurity

The Southern Solidarity Alliance has called on the Federal Government to lead coordinated efforts with state and local governments to tackle worsening insecurity across Southern Nigeria, warning that banditry, kidnapping and armed attacks have become an urgent national emergency. In a statement dat…

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UAE backs long-term Nigeria investments, trade growth

The United Arab Emirates has said that its long-term economic commitments to Nigeria remain intact, citing growing trade volumes, increased investment activity and emerging opportunities in technology and infrastructure. Speaking on the evolving economic relationship between both countries, UAE Min…

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Foreign investors buy $3.3bn Nigerian bonds in three months

Foreign investors channelled $3.23bn into Nigerian bonds in the first quarter of 2026, highlighting a strong appetite for the country’s fixed-income securities amid elevated interest rates and improving confidence in the foreign exchange market. Data from the latest capital importation report relea…

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Incoming NIA boss outlines reform vision

The incoming Chairman of the Nigerian Insurers Association, Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu, has unveiled a comprehensive strategic blueprint aimed at driving industry compliance, breaking public trust deficits, and deepening market penetration under the new regulatory framework. Speaking at a pre-investitur…

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Ecobank boosts SME support at 2026 Adire fair

Ecobank Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to driving the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises and promoting local industries as the fifth edition of the Ecobank Adire Lagos Experience concluded successfully on Sunday, 14 June 2026. The four-day international exhibition, which took place at th…

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CIPM flags risks in unregulated AI adoption

The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria has warned that the rapid and unregulated adoption of artificial intelligence across workplaces, academia, and government could create ethical, social, and governance risks if not properly managed. The warning was issued during the third In…

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LagRide hands vehicles to graduates in ‘Drive-to-Own' initiative

Ride-hailing and mobility platform, LagRide, has handed over vehicles to another batch of its Captains under the company’s Drive-to-Own programme, reaffirming its commitment to promoting dignified transportation and creating pathways to asset ownership for drivers in Lagos. The vehicle handover cer…

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Nigeria faces critical ocean governance test ahead of Kenya summit

Nigeria is betting on the blue economy as a new engine of growth, but environmental experts warn that deteriorating coastal ecosystems, weak ocean governance, and climate impacts could undermine those ambitions. Ahead of the 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, Kenya, DARE AKOGUN explores the envi…

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FESTAC residents protest alleged sale of estate facilities

Residents of Festac Town in the Amuwo-Odofin area of Lagos State, under the aegis of the Take Back Festac Movement, have raised the alarm over the alleged sale of critical public infrastructure in the estate. The residents, during a peaceful protest in the estate on Saturday, identified some of the…

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