Month: July 2026
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Asisat Oshoala expresses regret after Super Falcons defeat by Malawi
Asisat Oshoala has apologized to fans after Nigeria's 3-2 loss to Malawi in the opening match of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
United Nations highlights surge in online job scams linked to human trafficking
The UN reports that criminal syndicates are using fake job listings on social media to trap thousands of educated workers in forced cybercrime syndicates across Asia.
Public Outcry: Nigerians Challenge Potential Electricity Tariff Hikes Amid Persistent Power Failures
Nigerians are pushing back against potential electricity tariff increases, citing the government’s failure to improve power supply or address systemic sector inefficiencies.
Daily Premier League Player Identification Challenge
Test your football knowledge with our daily mystery player challenge curated by BBC Sport, and browse our archive of sporting quizzes.
Survivors recount the terror of Japan’s 6.8-magnitude earthquake
Survivors of a 6.8-magnitude earthquake in Kumamoto describe the terror of the event as emergency crews scramble to rescue victims from trapped buildings.
Soldiers Unharmed After MRAP Strikes IED in Borno
Operation Hadin Kai soldiers escaped injury after their armored vehicle hit an explosive device during a patrol in Borno State.
Military forces neutralize roadside bomb in Borno
Operation Hadin Kai soldiers successfully neutralized an improvised explosive device found on the Dikwa-Gajibo road in Borno State, preventing potential harm to civilians and military personnel.
Kano Administration Launches Crackdown on Illegal Bridge Occupation
Kano State officials have initiated an enforcement operation to remove hawkers and scavengers from city bridges, warning that misuse of public infrastructure will lead to prosecution.
Okoronkwo reflects on Super Falcons’ surprising WAFCON defeat to Malawi
Midfielder Esther Okoronkwo discusses the Super Falcons' surprising loss to Malawi at WAFCON, citing a flat start and the need for improvement.
UEFA Rebukes Reports of FIFA Privatization Plans Under Infantino
UEFA has publicly challenged reports that FIFA President Gianni Infantino is seeking to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, labeling the potential move an unacceptable violation of football's core governance.