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UEFA Loses Confidence in FIFA President Over New Subsidiary Plan

UEFA says it has completely lost confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino over his plan to launch a new subsidiary, the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE).

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Fire at Lagos Airport Terminal 2: No Casualties, FAAN Confirms

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Musk Questions Grok's Birth Data on Nigeria, EU

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NDLEA Intercepts Cocaine in Wooden Mortar, Backpack Bound for China and Italy

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Stanley Nwabali in goal for Chippa United during a league match in South Africa
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Nwabali Stars as Chippa United Hold Golden Arrows

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali delivered a man-of-the-match display as Chippa United drew 0-0 with Golden Arrows in the South African league.

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Alex Iwobi celebrating a goal in a Fulham pre-season friendly
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Iwobi Scores as Fulham Beat Farense in Pre-Season Test

Iwobi found the net as Fulham came from behind to defeat Farense in a pre-season friendly, with Álvaro Arbeloa watching on.

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Nigerian troops in uniform boarding a military aircraft for deployment
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Nigeria Deploys 86 Troops to ECOWAS Mission in Guinea-Bissau

Nigeria sends 86 troops to Guinea-Bissau for ECOWAS peace mission, reinforcing regional stability efforts.

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Ella Onojuvwevwo celebrating with Nigerian flag at Glasgow 2026
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Nigeria's 32-Year Medal Drought Ends at Glasgow 2026

Ella Onojuvwevwo ends Nigeria's 32-year medal drought at Glasgow 2026, hailed by Fatima Yusuf-Olukoju.

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Aerial view of African city skyline at sunset, symbolizing economic growth
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Africa at Economic Crossroads, allAfrica Reports

Africa stands at a pivotal economic moment, according to allAfrica, signaling potential shifts for the continent.

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World Bank headquarters in Washington, D.C., with the American flag flying
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World Bank Opens 2027 Africa Fellowship for Nigerians

The World Bank's 2027 Africa Fellowship Programme in the US is now open for applications from Nigerians.

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