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    Germany’s Zverev becomes tennis world No. 1

    October 30, 2026 - By 

    Alexander Zverev accelerated his ascension to number one in the world rankings for the first time in his career on Thursday as he beat Tallon Griekspoor 6-4, 7-5 to reach the quarter-finals of the Vienna Open.   The 29-year-old German was already assured of finishing the season top of the ATP rankings but, in the absence of current incumbent Jannik Sinner, two-time Grand Slam champion Zverev will now take that crown in next week’s updated standings after winning his opening two matches in the Austrian capital. Long seen as tennis’ nearly-man, Zverev has enjoyed a stellar 2026, breaking his major duck by…

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    How AI-generated photos entered INEC voter register — ICT director

    October 30, 2026 - By 

    The Independent National Electoral Commission has traced the appearance of suspected artificial intelligence-generated photographs in its preliminary register of voters to irregularities allegedly introduced by some registration officers who had access to its registration system. INEC’s Director of Information and Communication Technology, Dr Lawrence Bayode, disclosed this on Friday during an appearance on Arise Television, explaining that some registration officers across the country used their login details to introduce questionable records into the database.

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    Kane Beats Mbappé to 2026 Ballon d’Or in Narrowest Vote in Years

    October 30, 2026 - By 

    Harry Kane Ballon d’Or glory is finally his — and it came by the narrowest of margins. The England captain was crowned the 2026 winner in London on Monday, edging France forward Kylian Mbappé in a vote so tight that organisers described it as decided “by a hair’s breadth.” While exact totals were not published, France Football editor-in-chief Vincent Garcia confirmed the gap between Kane and Mbappé was even smaller than the 41 points that separated Rodri and Vinicius Junior in 2024. Kane’s 73 goals for Bayern Munich and England made the difference, and the win ends a 25-year wait…

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    Ronaldo thanks fans worldwide for support after winning the Inaugural BOAT Award

    October 30, 2026 - By 

    Ronaldo thanks fans worldwide in a message that puts supporters at the centre of his legendary career, telling them “the Ballon d’Or of All Time is also yours.” Cristiano Ronaldo has expressed his appreciation to football fans around the world, acknowledging their support and dedication throughout his remarkable career. As reported by Fabrizio Romano on X on Thursday, the Portuguese superstar said: “Football belongs to the fans! Thanks to all the fans around the world. The Ballon d’Or of All Time is also yours.”

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    MoMo PSB Appoints Bode Abifarin as Chief Executive Officer

    September 1, 2026 - By 

    MoMo Payment Service Bank (MoMo PSB), the fintech subsidiary of MTN Nigeria licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria to provide digital financial services, money transfers and bill payments via mobile devices, is pleased to announce the appointment of Bode Abifarin as its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September 2026. Bode joins MoMo PSB with more than 23 years of experience spanning financial services, consulting, digital payments, fintech, strategy, operations and business transformation.

  • Why Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez Chose a Living Room Wedding, and the Reason Is Beautiful
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    Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez Reveal Inspiration Behind Intimate Living Room Wedding

    August 17, 2026 - By 

    The football superstar has shared details of his private wedding ceremony which was only attended by the couple and their five children. For a man famously associated with the number seven, it’s a different number that holds the deepest significance for Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner, Georgina Rodríguez: ten. The couple got married on August 11, marking the 10th anniversary of their first meeting at a Gucci store in Madrid. Speaking from their new summer home in Cascais, Portugal—a property that took seven years to build and which they acquired in July, the seventh month—the couple addressed the swirling rumors…

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    “I Lost the World Cup During the Hydration Break” – Ancelotti Admits Tactical Error

    July 31, 2026 - By 

    Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has admitted that a tactical decision he made during the second-half hydration break in his side’s Round of 16 defeat to Norway proved decisive in the Selecao’s shock exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has admitted that a tactical decision he made during the second-half hydration break in his side’s Round of 16 defeat to Norway proved decisive in the Selecao’s shock exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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    FIFA unveils new match ball for World Cup semi-finals, final

    July 7, 2026 - By 

    FIFA has unveiled the Trionda Final as the Official Match Ball for the semi-finals, bronze medal match and final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The world football governing body announced the new ball in a statement posted on its website on Tuesday. It said the ball would be used in the tournament’s final four matches, culminating in the final scheduled for July 19 in New York New Jersey Stadium, USA. According to FIFA, the TRIONDA FINAL retains the performance-driven construction of the original TRIONDA ball introduced in October 2025 but features a new premium design in gold, white and black.…

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    Ronaldinho Agrees Surprise Deal With Italian Third-Tier Club Ravenna FC– But He Won’t Play

    June 25, 2026 - By 

    Brazilian football legend and World Cup winner Ronaldinho has agreed a surprise deal with Italian third-tier club Ravenna FC, more than a decade after bringing his illustrious playing career to an end. The 46-year-old, who retired after a brief spell with Brazilian side Fluminense in 2015, is set to be unveiled by Ravenna at an event in Miami next week.

  • W’Cup: Ghana beat Panama 1-0, Diaz shine in Colombia 3-1 win over Uzbekistan
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    World Cup: Ghana Edge Panama in Thriller, Luis Diaz Shines as Colombia Beat Uzbekistan

    June 18, 2026 - By 

    Ghana won a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening World Cup Group L clash in Toronto on Wednesday. Caleb Yirenkyi bundled in the winning goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time, sending thousands of Ghanaians in Canada’s largest city into a frenzy and settling an otherwise attritional battle. Both sides largely struggled to generate chances in the first half after Panama striker Cecilio Waterma’s second minute attempt was steered away by outstretched Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati Zigi.

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    DR Congo End 52-Year Wait with Historic World Cup Draw Against European Giants Portugal

    June 18, 2026 - By 

    The Democratic Republic of Congo ended their half-century wait to return to the FIFA World Cup in some style on Wednesday, as Yoane Wissa scored a fine equaliser as the Leopards came from behind to deny Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo a win. The 1-1 draw saw the DRC hold steady against the European favourites, with Wissa cancelling out João Neves’ first-half header. The result saw the Leopards record their first-ever point at a World Cup. Pitted against one of the tournament favourites in Portugal upon their return, Congo were up against it against Ronaldo and Co., but held their nerve…

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    African Fans Shun South Africa, Back Mexico Over Xenophobia at World Cup

    June 12, 2026 - By 

    The normal display of African unity in the early stages of a football World Cup was notably absent from social media as many fans from across the continent backed Mexico in the tournament’s opening match against South Africa. The memes were light-hearted – including sombreros, mariachi bands and tacos – but they pointed to a dark underbelly. The banter reflected anger over the reports of xenophobic violence in South Africa. A poor South African performance on the pitch led to a 2-0 defeat against the World Cup co-hosts.

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    Kidnap kingpin, ‘Osisikanku’ promised me N50m to save him — Amoke, soldier who arrested him

    March 27, 2026 - By 

    A soldier, Amoke Gunshot Simeon, served in Abia state during the days of the terror kingpin, ‘Osisikankwu’. Osisikankwu’, whose real name is Obioma Nwankwo, was the leader of the kidnap gang that terrorised Aba and environs from 2008 to 2010. He held the town captive, kidnapping residents and visitors, leading to the exodus of people from Aba until he was arrested in 2010 by Amoke.