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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.

Benin jails 30 over failed coup attempt

Benin authorities have jailed about 30 suspects, mostly soldiers, for a failed December coup. The crackdown now includes opposition figures. Get the latest details here.

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.

Tinubu holds closed-door meeting with military chiefs

President Bola Tinubu held a crucial closed-door meeting with Nigeria's service chiefs at the Presidential Villa. This is his first meeting with the high command since appointing the Defence Minister. Details inside.

18 Abducted on Benin-Akure Road, 11 Rescued

Gunmen abducted 18 bus passengers near Obarenren, Edo State. A joint security operation has rescued 11 victims. Police confirm manhunt ongoing. #NigeriaSecurity

Two Dead in Sagamu-Benin Expressway Crash

Two persons have died in a fatal head-on collision involving a bus and a truck on the Sagamu-Benin expressway in Ogun State. TRACE confirms the driver caused the crash by driving against traffic.

Nigeria Reacts to Failed Coup Attempt in Benin

Nigeria's Federal Government condemns the failed military coup in Benin Republic. Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar denounces the assault on democracy. Read the full statement and details.

Nigeria Condemns Coup Attempt in Benin Republic

Nigeria's government condemns the attempted coup in Benin, calls for calm, and reaffirms commitment to regional stability and democratic governance. Read the full statement.

Failed Coup in Benin: 13 Soldiers Arrested

A coup attempt by soldiers in Benin Republic was foiled, leading to 13 arrests. Nigeria deployed fighter jets for surveillance as regional bodies condemn the act. Read the full details.

Nigeria Sends Fighter Aircraft to Benin Amid Coup

Nigeria has deployed fighter aircraft to Benin Republic for surveillance following a military coup that ousted President Patrice Talon. Read the latest on regional security implications.

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