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Davido to perform at AFCON 2025 opening concert

Grammy-nominated Afrobeats star Davido will headline the AFCON 2025 opening concert in Rabat, Morocco, alongside French Montana. The event blends football and music ahead of the tournament kickoff.

Morocco AFCON 2025 Favourites; 9 Hosts Who Won

Morocco are favourites for AFCON 2025 on home soil. We examine the nine nations, including Nigeria in 1980, that have won the tournament as hosts. Will Atlas Lions make it ten?

Meet the 24 Coaches for 2025 AFCON in Morocco

The complete list of head coaches for all 24 nations competing in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Discover the tacticians leading the Super Eagles and other contenders.

Complete List of AFCON Best Player Award Winners

Explore the complete history of the Africa Cup of Nations Best Player award winners, from Mohamed Al Attar in 1957 to Nigeria's William Troost-Ekong in 2024. Discover the legends who shaped the tournament.

10 African Countries Never Qualified for AFCON

A soccer enthusiast has listed the 10 African countries that have never qualified for the AFCON tournament since its inception in 1957. Discover the surprising list and fan reactions.

First Fan Wins BetKing AFCON 2025 Trip to Morocco

Samuel Dairo becomes the first winner of BetKing's 'Feel It First in Morocco' campaign, securing an all-expense-paid trip to the AFCON 2025 final. Read his inspiring story and learn how you can win.

Uganda's 30-Man AFCON Squad Revealed

Uganda coach Paul Put unveils provisional 30-man squad for AFCON 2025, including a surprise recall for Denis Onyango. The Cranes are in Nigeria's group and say they are not intimidated.

Awolowo: The Prophet Who Saw Nigeria's Tomorrow

Explore how Chief Obafemi Awolowo's 1963 allocutus and political foresight accurately predicted Nigeria's future, from state creation to military rule. His legacy as a visionary leader endures.

Emma Culligan: From Archaeologist to Oak Island Star

Discover the fascinating journey of Emma Culligan, the Japanese-Canadian archaeologist and engineer who accidentally became a reality TV star on The Curse of Oak Island. Learn about her background, career, and the fluke that changed her life.

How ANA Bendel Was Founded in 1987: A Memoir

Tony Afejuku's personal recollection details the 1987 founding of ANA Bendel in Benin City, featuring insights from literary scholars and the philosophical underpinnings of memory. Read the full story.

Nigeria's 1962 Emergency Rule Era Closes With Key Deaths

The deaths of Dr. Victor Olunloyo and Oba Sikiru Adetona mark the closing chapter of Nigeria's 1962 Western Region emergency rule. Explore this pivotal historical period and its lasting impact on Nigerian governance.

TECNO Powers AFCON 2025 with New Campaign

TECNO unveils 'Power Your Moment' campaign as AFCON 2025 global partner. Features Joeboy collaboration, AI experiences, and creator initiatives across Africa.

Aliou Cisse Names 5 AFCON 2025 Favorites

Senegal legend Aliou Cisse reveals his top 5 contenders for AFCON 2025 in Morocco, including Nigeria and Senegal. Discover his surprising picks and fan reactions.

CAF Appoints 73 Officials for AFCON 2025

CAF has selected 73 match officials for AFCON 2025 in Morocco. The list includes referees, assistants, and VAR specialists for Africa's top football event. Get the full details!

CAF Introduces New AFCON 2025 Regulations

CAF reveals 4 new regulations for AFCON 2025 including expanded squad sizes and early player release dates. Get all the details about the Morocco tournament.

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