- 2026 World Cup Coverage
Elanga wonder goal sends Sweden into last 32
By Tosin Omojola Anthony Elanga’s stunning second-half strike earned Sweden a place in the World Cup Round of 32 as they came from behind to draw 1-1 with Japan. The result leaves Graham Potter’s side third in Group F on four points, enough to secure qualification for the knockout stage, where they will face one of France, Norway, Germany or…
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Turkey end USA’s unbeaten World Cup run
By Tosin Omojola Already eliminated Turkey ended the United States’ unbeaten group-stage run with a stoppage-time winner in Los Angeles, claiming their first World Cup victory since 2002. Kaan Ayhan scored the decisive goal with virtually the last kick after Turkey had fallen behind inside three minutes. The hosts, backed by a lively crowd including Brad Pitt, Ed Norton and…
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Netherlands beat Tunisia 3-1 to top Group F
By Tosin Omojola Two early goals inside the opening seven minutes powered the Netherlands to a comfortable 3-1 victory over Tunisia, securing top spot in Group F. The result sets up a Round of 32 clash with Group C runners-up and 2022 World Cup semi-finalists Morocco in Monterrey on Tuesday. Ronald Koeman’s side made a dream start, taking the lead…
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2027: SDP banks on discipline over drama
There is an old Nigerian proverb that says the loudest voice in a crowded market is not always the wisest. As the 2027 general election approaches and Nigeria’s political space grows noisier—with party implosions, courtroom battles and factional conflicts—one party has chosen to speak through discipline rather than drama. That party is the Social Democratic Party (SDP). In today’s Nigeria,…
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NITDA pushes responsible AI for digital future
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to making Nigeria a leader in Africa’s artificial intelligence (AI) economy, saying the country’s digital future depends on responsible AI adoption, digital sovereignty, and homegrown innovation. Speaking on the theme, “From Policy to Progress: Accelerating Responsible AI Adoption for Nigeria’s Digital Decade,“ at the AI Summit Nigeria 2026 in…
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Ecuador stun Germany to book knockout spot
By Tosin Omojola Ecuador reached the FIFA World Cup knockout stage in dramatic fashion after coming from behind to defeat Germany 2-1 in New Jersey, setting up a potential Round of 32 clash with England. Having failed to score in their opening two Group E matches—a goalless draw with Curacao and a defeat to Ivory Coast—Ecuador finally found their attacking…
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Pepe fires Ivory Coast into historic World Cup knockout stage
By Tosin Omojola Ivory Coast reached the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time in their history after Nicolas Pépé scored twice in a comfortable victory over Curacao. The Ivorians needed only a point to secure a place in the Round of 32, having failed to progress beyond the group stage in each of their previous three World…
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2 dead, 16 rescued as Lagos building collapses
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has confirmed the recovery of two bodies, while 16 persons were rescued alive from the rubble of a collapsed three-storey building on Old Ojo Road, near Alakija Bus Stop, off the Lagos-Badagry Expressway in Satellite Town, Lagos. Emergency responders said 16 occupants were successfully pulled from the debris alive, while search and rescue…
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Many feared trapped as 3-storey building collapses in Lagos
Several people were reportedly trapped under the rubble after a three-storey building collapsed in the Alakija area of Lagos State on Thursday. An eyewitness stated that the building suddenly collapsed at about 11:40 a.m. on Thursday. The incident disrupted normal activities in the neighbourhood, with people fleeing surrounding buildings for safety. The exact number of casualties and those trapped remained…
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Brazil cruise into knockouts with perfect record
By Tosin Omojola Brazil secured top spot in Group C and advanced to the FIFA World Cup round of 32 with a flawless record after a convincing 3-0 victory over Scotland. The five-time world champions made the perfect start, taking the lead in the seventh minute through Vinícius Júnior. A defensive mix-up at the back proved costly for Scotland as…
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