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Kylian Mbappe delivered a standout performance with a brace as France secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over Iraq in a storm-disrupted 2026 World Cup clash in Philadelphia

Victor Osimhen’s future remains one of the biggest talking points of the summer transfer window after Galatasaray reportedly rejected a massive €125 million bid for the Nigerian striker despite growing interest from Europe’s elite clubs.

Afrobeats superstar Asake thrilled fans at a special Spotify London concert, delivering the first live performance of songs from his hit album M$NEY while also unveiling four unreleased tracks that hint at the next phase of his musical evolution.

The United States has unveiled a new premium visa appointment option that allows eligible travellers to secure interview dates within 10 business days for an additional $750 fee.

TikTok personalities Peller and Jarvis have taken a major cultural step in their relationship as Peller Pays Jarvis’ Bride Price in Benin City, Edo State, marking their official traditional union after a public proposal in Ghana.

The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) has intensified preparations for its landmark AFRIMA 10th edition with a strategic six-day engagement in Casablanca, Morocco, where officials met government leaders, creative industry stakeholders, and media partners to assess hosting opportunities

Wizkid has sparked widespread excitement after teasing a possible new album on social media, with fans speculating a major rollout following his cryptic post and reports of a Paris listening event.

Brazilian football icon Ronaldinho is reportedly set to return to professional football at age 46, with a surprise move to Italian third-tier side Ravenna, though club officials suggest the deal may be largely symbolic.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared incumbent Governor Biodun Oyebanji winner of the Ekiti State governorship election, securing a second term after a decisive victory over his closest rival.

The Lagos State Government has renewed its campaign against the sale of substandard building materials, urging market leaders and construction stakeholders to play a more active role in preventing building collapses.