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AFCONQ: CAF Postpones Libya vs Nigeria

The Confederation of African Football, CAF has announced the postponement of Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON qualifier between Libya and Nigeria.
The announcement was made on Tuesday.
The game was slated to be played this evening in Libya.
In an official statement, CAF indicated that the fixture would not proceed as planned.
The football body did not, however, provide specific reasons for the postponement.
CAFF will now take the matter to the appropriate bodies for further consideration.
The statement added, “The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Qualifier fixture between Libya and Nigeria will not take place as scheduled tonight,” the short statement reads.
“The matter will be referred to the competent CAF bodies.”
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Bimbo Akintola Questions Actresses With Lavish Lifestyle Bimbo Akintola Questions Actresses With Lavish Lifestyle

Veteran Nigerian actress, Bimbo Akintola has questioned her colleagues who flaunt extravagant lifestyles, stating that there is little money in the movie industry.

The actress, expressed curiosity about their lavish lifestyles, admitting she isn’t financially buoyant herself.

She revealed that people often compare her to her wealthier colleagues, prompting her to question the source of their income.

“Some lifestyles on social media are genuine, but where does the money come from?” Bimbo asked.

“We know how much actresses earn from films, so I wonder if it’s from other businesses or family wealth.”

Akintola acknowledged rumours about actresses dating politicians or engaging in other lucrative ventures to support their lifestyles.

“We’ve heard stories, and we know these things happen,” she said.

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Super Eagles Arrive Nigeria After Ordeal In Libya

The Nigerian Super Eagles have arrived at the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano State, after their harrowing ordeal in Libya ahead of the 2025 African Cup of Nations qualifier.

The players and Nigerian Football Federation, NFF, officials were stranded for over 13 hours at Al Abraq airport in Libya ahead of the game which was supposed to take place on Tuesday, October 15, in Benghazi.

They arrived in Libya on Sunday but their flight was diverted to an airport which is two hours from their destination. They were also not allowed to leave the airport and they had no access to necessities like food, water, or a place to rest.

Photos of the team sleeping on benches went viral, prompting condemnation from Nigerian authorities and football fans.

Following the ordeal, they vowed not to play in Libya and they later revealed that their plane was being fueled so they could return to Nigeria.

They have now arrived in Nigeria.

Super Eagles Captain,  William Troost-Ekong and goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali took to their Instagram pages to confirm their arrival.

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CAF Issues Statement On Treatment Of Super Eagles In Libya

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has issued a statement concerning the ill-treatment of Nigerians in Libya.
CAF frowned at the development and has now referred the case to its disciplinary board.
See statement below:
 
“The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has been in contact with the Libyan and Nigerian authorities after it had been informed that the Nigerian National Football Team (‘’Super Eagles’’) and their technical team were stranded in disturbing conditions for several hours at an airport that they were allegedly instructed to land by the Libyan authorities.
 
The matter has been referred to the CAF Disciplinary Board for investigation and appropriate action will be taken against those who violated the CAF Statutes and Regulations.”
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Olamide Celebrates Daughter As She Turns 1

Popular Nigerian rapper, Olamide is celebrating his daughter, Moririfunoluwa Celine Adedeji, as she turns 1.

In a viral video circulating on social media, the YBNL boss with his wife, Adebukunmi is seen posing with their daughter for a picture to mark the special occasion.

Taking to his Instagram page, the rapper wrote;

“Happy birthday to my baby 🌟Moririfunoluwa Celine Adedeji,” he wrote.

Olamide and Adebukunmi are proud parents of three children— Batifeori Maximilliano Adedeji and Tunrepin Myles Adedeji, their two sons and daughter, Moririfunoluwa.

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Mercy Aigbe’s Cinema Debut Bags 10 BON Nominations

Popular Nigerian actress and filmmaker, Mercy Aigbe Adeoti could not hold back excitement after her cinematic movie, “Ada Omo Daddy” received 10 nominations in the 2024 Best of Nollywood Awards.

She expressed her gratitude and honour on Instagram, sharing a screenshot of the nominations and giving a shout-out to the talented cast and crew who made it possible.

Mercy wrote: “Super grateful and honoured to be recognized for TEN (10) award nominations @bon_awards for ADA OMO DADDY

“Director of the year, Best Actress, Best costume, Best Cinematography, Best Supporting Actress, Best Kiss, Best Sound, Best Social Message, Best Use of Food and Best Editing.

“Biggest shout out to the amazing cast and crew for making this possible. All My Love. M.A.A. This year!!! THINLINE is hitting Cinemas across the nation with a banger!! ANTICIPATE”.

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AFCON: Eguavoen Recounts ‘Traumatic Experience’ at Libya Airport

Super Eagles caretaker coach, Augustine Eguavoen has described his team’s ordeal in Libya as traumatic.
According to him, they went through a “horrible ordeal” in Libya.
The Nigerian contingent were held hostage at an abandoned airport, more than two hours drive from the venue of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against the Mediterranean Knights.
The team was denied access to water and food.
The Super Eagles later pulled out of the game and returned to Nigeria on Monday evening.
“Thanks to the Libyans for letting us go, but it was a horrible 18-20 hours of experience and we don’t want to go through that again,” said Eguavoen on arrival in Nigeria Monday.
 
“We were held hostage, we could not have played this match under these circumstances.
 
“We know how football can unite the entire world, but in this regard, for them to act like this, I cannot comprehend seriously.”
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I Was Racially Abused in France – Singer, Oxlade

Nigerian musician, Ikuforiji Olaitan aka Oxlade has shared an experience how he suffered racial abuse in France.
He spoke when he appeared on a recent episode of ‘The Datebizz’ podcast.
The singer revealed that the experience inspired the title of his debut album, ‘Oxlade From Africa.’
“I decided to name my album ‘Oxlade From Africa’ because I was racially abused in France, precisely Monaco,” he recalled.
“That was what woke me up to be an African. It also made me realise that African stigma exists. In Africa, we see ourselves as normal human beings but outside Africa, they [foreigners] see us as monkeys, strange beings.”
Oxlade, a graduate of History and International Relations, also claimed that the names Africa and Nigeria are both derogatory.
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Pogba Will Not Play For Juventus Again

It has been revealed that footballer, Paul Pogba will not play for Serie A giants Juventus again.
Football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano made the disclosure in a tweet on X on Monday.
According to Romano, negotiations is ongoing between both parties to terminate the player’s contract.
“Negotiations between Paul Pogba and Juve board to terminate the contract are proceeding as expected.
 
“Pogba will not play for Juventus again and will become a free agent for 2025.”
Pogba’s ban for testing positive for testosterone was recently reduced to 18 months by the Court of Arbitration in Sport, CAS.
The French midfielder is reportedly in advanced talks with Olympic Marseille for a surprise transfer move next year.
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AFCON 2025 Qualifier: CAF Forcing Super Eagles to Play Against Libya – Sports Minister

The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh has given an update concerning Nigeria’s match against Libya after the Super Eagles were held hostage in the country.
Reacting, Enoh claimed that the Confederation of African Football, CAF, are “insisting” that Nigeria play Libya on Tuesday.
The Super Eagles players have said they will boycott the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, after they were held hostage at the Al Abraq Airport over 15 hours after arrival in Libya.
But in a post on X, Enoh revealed that he has spoken to CAF president, Patrice Motsepe and the Secretary-General, Mosengo Omba.
He tweeted: “This morning, I was on a conference call with CAF President and CAF Secretary General.
 
“While the CAF President’s concern seems to be what to do to get the national team to participate in tomorrow’s match.
 
“I have instead informed CAF that the concern of the Government and people of Nigeria is first,the safety of the team and their safe return, urging that CAF should focus on working with us to achieve this.
 
“There must be a serious adverse consequence to the Libyan football federation for this unspeakable behaviour.
 
“This can not be through insisting that Nigeria still takes part in this match given the very obvious situation.”

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