Morocco beats Nigeria on penalties, reaches AFCON final
The Super Eagles' AFCON dream ends in a heartbreaking penalty shootout loss to hosts Morocco. Senegal awaits the Atlas Lions in Sunday's final. Read the full match report.
The Super Eagles' AFCON dream ends in a heartbreaking penalty shootout loss to hosts Morocco. Senegal awaits the Atlas Lions in Sunday's final. Read the full match report.
A Nigerian man went to troll Samuel Chukwueze online but ended up praying for him after discovering severe curses from angry fans following his AFCON 2025 penalty miss against Morocco. Read the full story.
A Ghanaian football supporter's candid review of Nigeria's AFCON semi-final loss to Morocco goes viral. He criticises Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea's decisions but blames Super Eagles' penalty shootout failure for the exit. Read the full analysis and
Gospel singer Alayo Melody condemns prophets sharing death prophecies online after colleague Omije Ojumi's demise. He urges personal contact or prayer instead. Nigerians demand legal action.
Nigeria's Super Eagles' curse against host nations continues as Morocco wins 4-2 on penalties after a 0-0 draw. The Atlas Lions advance to the AFCON final. Read the full match report and analysis.
Comedian Bovi criticises Super Eagles' attitude after penalty shootout loss to Morocco. He urges players to abandon social media distractions and prioritise national pride. Read his full message.
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali shares his emotions after Nigeria's penalty shootout loss to Morocco in the AFCON 2025 semi-final. Read his reaction and fan support.
Hosts Morocco ended Nigeria's AFCON 2026 dream in a tense semi-final decided by penalties. Read the full match report and analysis of the dramatic shootout.
Morocco defeated Nigeria 4-2 in a penalty shootout to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final. Read the full match report and analysis here.
Kidnappers in Edo State have reduced their ransom demand from N100 million to N40 million for eight abducted residents. Community leaders are negotiating for a further reduction. Read the latest on this developing security situation.
Oyo Police arrest three teenage girls for threatening to kidnap a woman and demanding N10m and human parts. Suspects claim it was a prank. Full story inside.
Nasarawa police, with vigilantes, arrest six kidnappers and rescue three victims in Lafia East. CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed orders manhunt after January 7 abduction. Read the full story.
Ogun State's forestry drive makes reserves inhospitable for kidnappers and militants. Commissioner reveals strategy and new equipment for enhanced security. Read more.
Nigerian Army troops raided a kidnappers' hideout in Plateau's Wase LGA, neutralising suspects and recovering weapons. Two gang members escaped. Read details of the operation.
Gunmen have killed Abu Momoh after abducting him and his brother, Dr. Ibrahim Momoh, in Auchi. The family confirms the tragic death as the kidnappers continue to hold the medical doctor. Read the full report.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, captured in a US raid, could face the death penalty for drug-trafficking. Read the full details of the charges and potential sentences.
HURIWA urges Nigerian security chiefs to adopt intelligence-led tactics against kidnappers and root out saboteurs within the armed forces. The group sets a 3-month ultimatum for results.
Moroccan fans flooded streets celebrating Tunisia's AFCON elimination after Mali's dramatic penalty shootout victory. Discover the intense North African rivalry and match details.
Fr Kelvin Ugwu argues the Christian focus should be on preparing for a 'happy death', not praying against premature death. He cites biblical figures and young saints. Read his full argument.
Gunmen demand N450 million to release the Oniwo of Aafin, his NYSC son, and eight villagers in Kwara. The police are yet to comment. Read the full details.
Kaduna police apprehend two suspected kidnappers after their victims used a clever survival tactic. The women pretended to develop feelings, leading to the suspects' capture. Read the full story.
Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel speaks out after a contentious penalty call in Nigeria's 3-2 victory over Tunisia at AFCON 2025. Get the full reaction and match details.
Nigeria's Super Eagles secured a tense 3-2 AFCON 2025 victory over Tunisia, but a late controversial penalty decision has sparked outrage. Get the full analysis and expert reaction here.
Nigeria's football community was shaken in 2025 as it lost eight iconic stars, including AFCON 1980 heroes Christian Chukwu and Charles Bassey, and legendary goalkeeper Peter Rufai. Read their stories.
Nollywood actress Lizzy Gold Onuwaje announces her father's death, describing him as her 'gist partner.' The sad news follows the trending death of colleague Allwell Ademola, plunging fans into grief.
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal should have scored more against Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup quarter-final. Read his full reaction to the penalty shootout victory.
The Nigerian government has declared bandits and kidnappers as terrorist groups, ending ambiguous labels. A nationwide security emergency is declared to strengthen counter-terrorism efforts.
Nigeria's government has officially classified kidnappers and armed groups as terrorists, enabling full counterterrorism measures. The move follows diplomatic resolution with the US.
President Tinubu unveils a sweeping counterterrorism doctrine, listing armed groups, kidnappers, enablers, and complicit leaders as terrorists. Read the full list and implications.
Former Delta North Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi has passed away. Details surrounding his death remain undisclosed. Read more about his legacy.