Abuja: Nigeria overcame a resilient Mali in the final game of the 2025 Women’s AfroBasket in Abidjan to become the first team to win the tournament five times in a row. With this triumph, Nigeria extended their winning streak to 29-0, dating back to the third-place game of the 2015 tournament in Yaound©, Cameroon. According […]
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Benin Republic: West Africa’s Hidden Gem Unveiled
Abuja: Benin Republic is repositioning itself as a premier destination for culture, heritage, and tourism by blending its deep historical roots with a bold new vision. Tucked away in the heart of West Africa, Cotonou, the capital of Benin, is a cultural goldmine of picturesque surroundings and untapped potential. The vibrant city, with its warm […]
Nigeria’s D’Tigress Secure Final Spot with Victory Over Senegal
Abidjan: Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, on Saturday advanced to the final after defeating Senegal 75-68 in a heated Afrobasket 2025 semi-final in C´te d’Ivoire. According to News Agency of Nigeria, it was a keenly contested encounter, with 11-time champions Senegal chasing a record-extending 12th continental title. Nigeria, already on a four-title winning streak, […]
ITTF Championship: Badr Stuns Wassim in U-19 Final
Lagos: In a stunning upset, Egypt’s Mostafa Badr dethroned Tunisia’s Essid Wassim in the U-19 singles final on Sunday at the ITTF Africa Youth Championships. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the tournament is ongoing at Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos. Badr’s strong performance displayed his skill and focus, leaving defending champion Wassim […]
Jigawa Constructs 132km Embankment to Control Flooding
Dutse: The Jigawa government has announced the completion of a 132-kilometre embankment and 32 drains to control flooding across the state. Gov. Umar Namadi made this declaration during the inauguration of the 2025 Tree Planting Campaign held in Dutse. The initiative is part of a broader effort to mitigate floods, protect farmlands, and build resilience […]