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Super Eagles Squad Trains Behind Closed Doors Ahead Of Semi-Final Clash With Morocco

The Super Eagles trained behind closed doors in Rabat on Monday as they ramp up preparations for the highly anticipated AFCON semi-final against host nation Morocco.

The team’s media officer, Promise Efoghe, said the decision to shut the session to the public was taken to allow head coach Eric Chelle to conduct detailed tactical work away from outside scrutiny.

The closed-door training was held at the Complexe Mohammed VI in Rabat.

Efoghe also confirmed that the media will be granted access to the opening 15 minutes of Tuesday’s training session before the squad resumes private drills.

The Super Eagles are hoping to reach their second final since lifting the title in 2013 and finishing as runner-up in the last edition in Ivory Coast.

Morocco and Nigeria will clash at the Prince Moulay Hassan Stadium, Rabat, on Wednesday.

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Thank You For Everything My Bros – Anthony Joshua Pays Tribute To His Friends Who Di£d In Accident

World-renowned boxer Anthony Joshua has paid tribute to his friends who passed away while traveling with him in Nigeria.

The boxing star took to his Isntagram Stories to tag his late friends Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele’s Instagram accounts as he made a short post directed them.

Joshua wrote: “@HEALTHY_MINDSET X @SINA_EVOLVE

“THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING MY BROS

“BOTH OF YOU REALLY HELPED ME.

“I DON’T USE SOCIALS TO VOICE MY FEELINGS BUT I WANT TO SAU I AM THANKFUL FOR THE TIME THE BROS SPENT MITH ME.” 

He added: “I just felt like saying it. If you don’t like it, try and do something about it.” 

Sina Ghami was Anthony Joshua’s strength and conditioning coach while Latif “Latz” Ayodele was his personal trainer and a trusted part of his inner circle.

They both di£d on January 29 along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Nigeria while travelling with the professional boxer.

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AFCON 2025: Why Victor Osimhen Will Captain Super Eagles Against Morocco

Victor Osimhen has been named captain of the Super Eagles for their semi-final clash against Morocco’s Atlas Lions.

This is because, the team’s captain, Wilfred Ndidi is suspended for the game due to card accumulation.

Ndidi was cautioned in Nigeria’s Round of 16 encounter against the Mambas of Mozambique.

The Besiktas star was also booked in the quarter-final tie against Tunisia.

Recall that Osimhen captained the Super Eagles in their last group game against Uganda.

Osimhen was named Super Eagles vice-captain on the eve of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

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Regina Daniels’ Public Appearance With ‘Boyfriend’ Triggered Ann’s Arrest By Ned Nwoko – Tunde Ednut Claims

Tunde Ednut, the celebrity Nigerian influencer, has claimed that Regina Daniels’ public appearance abroad with her alleged new boyfriend prompted her estranged husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, to order the arrest of her best friend.

Tunde made this claim in an Instagram post on Monday evening while addressing Ned Nwoko over the arrest of actress Regina Daniels’ best friend, Ann.

Earlier, 626BLAZE reported that Ann was arrested on Monday by Lagos State police over theft and other allegations made against her by the senator.

The development came some days after the senator’s estranged wife was seen with a new man in a club.

However, reacting to Ann’s arrest, Ednut urged the senator to move on and let Regina Daniels go.

While acknowledging Nwoko’s influence, the influencer wrote “You don’t have to keep trying to arrest her family members all the time. It’s enough. We know you are powerful and influential, but it’s ok sir. Grandpa, at this point, you have to move on sir.


“DEAR NED NWOKO SIR. Pa Ned Nwoko don find another strategy to arrest that small girl’s brother again.

“Sir, it’s time to let that girl go sir. She no want you anymore, just leave her and her family alone.

“I know it’s that picture of her alleged new boyfriend’s hand on her soft hips that triggered this new arrest, but sir, you have to find it somewhere in your heart to let that beautiful, fresh warm skinned, tomato Jos, soft yansh, talented young girl go. Grandpa please sir.

“You are a senator sir, don’t forget you have work to do Ooo!” he stated.

 

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The Way The Super Eagles Played The Last 3 Games Is The Best I’ve Seen In 20 Years – Sunday Oliseh Says (Video)

Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has insisted that Nigeria is not dependent on striker Victor Osimhen.

Oliseh spoke ahead of Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final tie with Morocco on Wednesday.

According to him, the Nigerian team is made up of a solid eleven players, not Osimhen alone.

“Nigeria is not Osimhen,” Oliseh said on the Global Football Insights podcast.

“Nigeria is these eleven solid players. For the past 20 years, I have never seen a Nigerian Super Eagles team play the way this team has played against Uganda, Mozambique and Algeria.”

This is coming less than a few days after Osimhen’s recent on-field heated argument with teammate Ademola Lookman during Nigeria’s AFCON Round of 16 4-0 win against Mozambique.

Osimhen and Lookman have since settled and moved on as they featured together in Nigeria’s 2-0 win against Algeria in the quarter-final at the weekend.

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Veteran Actress, Funke Akindele’s ‘Behind the Scene’ Becomes First African Film To Gross N2 Billion

Renowned Nigerian filmmaker Funke Akindele’s newly released film, Behind the Scene, has made history as the first Nollywood movie to exceed ₦2 billion in cinema box office sales.

FilmOne, a leading Nigerian film distributor, announced that Behind the Scenes’ movie grossed N2,103,039,706 in just one month of its release.

The distributor in a post on X, revealed that the new achievement makes Funke Akindele Africa’s most commercially successful filmmaker in Africa, highest grossing producer, writer, and director in West Africa’s history.

The actress was also named as the first filmmaker to rank number one for three consecutive years at the African box office.

Also celebrating the achievement, the actress, in a video on her Instagram page on Monday evening, said “we have every reason to thank God. 2 billion and counting is not a joke. Ladies and gentlemen, Behind the Scenes to the world.”

“Joy overflows, my heart is full of gratitude to God and my amazing fans. Reaching this incredible milestone and still counting would not have been possible without you. I’m deeply grateful”, she said.

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Davido Storms Delta For High Chief Wailey’s Birthday Bash (Video)

Afrobeats superstar Davido turned heads in Delta State after attending the lavish 60th birthday celebration of High Chief Emonena Victor “Wailey” Wayles in Ughelli.

The singer arrived promptly at the high-profile event, reinforcing a popular sentiment online that he shows up whenever called, regardless of status or location.

Fans praised Davido for remaining accessible and grounded despite his global fame, describing him as one of Africa’s most humble and loyal music stars.

The birthday ceremony, widely described by attendees as a shutdown, featured opulent gold themed décor, live performances, and a gathering of traditional chiefs and notable guests at the celebrant’s residence.

Another moment that caught attention was Davido’s logistics manager, Israel DMW, whose confident walk ahead of the singer sparked lighthearted reactions across social media.

While memes followed, supporters applauded Israel’s professionalism and loyalty, noting his role in managing operations and ensuring smooth coordination.

Fans also described Davido’s appearance as a “quick bag” moment, hailing him as one of Africa’s biggest and most successful entertainers while admiring his ability to balance fame, wealth, and respect for local traditions.

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I Control What Gets Inside — Nigerian Singer, Burna Boy Speaks (Video)

Nigerian music star Burna Boy has shared an insightful and engaging life lesson, using a simple analogy to highlight the importance of self-control and emotional awareness.

The Grammy winning artiste likened human emotions to a ship sailing on water, explaining that a ship does not sink because it is surrounded by water, but because water is allowed to get inside.

He noted that life will always come with pressure, noise, and challenges, but it is up to each individual to decide what they allow to affect them internally.

Burna Boy admitted that there were moments in the past when he reacted strongly and “let the water in,” but added that growth, learning, and experience helped him recover and move forward without sinking.

Delivered in a calm and reflective tone, the message resonated with many viewers as a reminder of emotional discipline, resilience, and the value of personal growth.

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AFCON 2025: Algeria Heads To FIFA, CAF Submits Complaint After 2-0 Defeat To Super Eagles

The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) has formally lodged a complaint with both FIFA and CAF following their 2–0 loss to Nigeria in the quarter-final of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations.

FAF had challenged some of the referee’s calls in the game last Saturday.

In the letter, they claimed that several officiating decisions in the match “raised serious questions” and caused widespread dissatisfaction among players, officials, and fans.

The federation described the calls as undermining the credibility of African refereeing and tarnishing the image of African football on the international stage.

The complaint included a formal request for an investigation to clarify the disputed decisions and to ensure corrective action in line with CAF and FIFA regulations.

After the game in Marrakech, Algerian and Nigerian players clashed on the field.

Fans of the Desert Foxes also vandalized some items in the stadium and had to be contained by stadium security.

On Monday, CAF already released a statement, confirming they have opened an investigation into the incidents.

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It Takes More Than Just Money To Be Successful — Billionaire Daughter, Sharon Adeleke Opens Up (Video)

Sharon Adeleke, the Nigerian billionaire daughter, has shared a candid reflection on success, wealth, and self-doubt.

In a recent post, Sharon revealed that she once struggled internally, questioning why success didn’t come easily for her despite having access to opportunities, networks, and funding that many people could only dream of.

She admitted that she often compared herself to others who started businesses with just a few thousand dollars and went on to build million-dollar companies — while she, who started with far more resources, felt stuck.

According to Sharon, a conversation with her therapist helped shift her perspective.

Her therapist reminded her that “you don’t know what you don’t know,” explaining that at the time, she lacked certain lessons, awareness, and life experiences that money alone could not provide.

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