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ZIDANE ERA BEGINS: Zinedine Zidane Set To Become New France Head Coach.

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Paris, France— After 14 years, the Didier Deschamps era is over. And the Zinedine Zidane era is about to begin. Reports confirm that Zinedine Zidane will succeed Deschamps as head coach of the France national team following the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Deschamps Says Goodbye Deschamps’ final tournament ended in heartbreak — a 2-0 semi-final loss to Spain. He will take charge one last time in the third-place playoff before stepping down. The 56-year-old took over in 2012 and led Les Bleus to their most successful period ever: - World Cup Winners 2018 - World Cup Finalists 2022 - Nations League Winners 2021 He announced earlier this year that he would leave after the World Cup regardless of the result. Former France captain Zinedine Zidane has reached a verbal agreement to become the next manager. The 54-year-old is expected to sign officially once the World Cup ends. FFP president Philippe Diallo confirmed it, saying: _“Yes, I know his name”_ when asked about Deschamps’ successo...
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Faulty Microphones" Saga: Senate President Akpabio Threatens to Sue National Assembly Management

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Abuja, Nigeria— Senate President Godswill Akpabio is not smiling over the poor sound system at the National Assembly.  The former Akwa Ibom governor has threatened to take legal action against the National Assembly management if urgent steps are not taken to fix the *faulty microphones and sound system* in the Senate chambers. During a plenary session last week, proceedings were repeatedly disrupted by echo, feedback, and microphones cutting out. Senators were seen struggling to be heard, and live broadcasts were affected. Akpabio reportedly halted proceedings at some point to complain directly to the Clerk and management staff present.  According to sources in the chamber, the Senate President said:   _"If the management cannot provide a working sound system for the Senate to carry out its constitutional duties, then I will have no choice but to sue the National Assembly management for negligence." Why It Matters. 1. Legislative Business: The Senate says...
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Ghana Moves to Ban TV Stations Airing Nigerian Movies Without Permission.

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Accra, Ghana— The Ghana National Film Authority (NFA) has issued a stern warning to television stations: stop airing Nigerian movies without authorization or risk having your license suspended or revoked. The crackdown follows months of complaints from Nollywood producers who accused Ghanaian TV stations of broadcasting their films illegally. Why the NFA is Acting Now In a statement signed by NFA Executive Secretary *Kafui Danku-Pitcher*, the Authority said the unauthorized broadcasting of movies "violates copyright laws and threatens the integrity and sustainability of the country’s creative ecosystem".  The NFA revealed it has received "numerous complaints from both Ghanaian and international content owners about the illegal airing of films, series, and other creative works. Nigerian producers were specifically mentioned. Actress and filmmaker Bimbo Ademoye publicly called out several Ghanaian TV stations for airing her movies without permission. She later ...
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ECO Currency Explained: Everything You Need to Know About West Africa’s Planned Single Currency for 2027

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  For over 20 years, West African leaders have been talking about one thing: one money for all of West Africa. That money is called the ECO. With the new 2027 target date approaching, here’s everything you need to know. 1. What is the ECO? The ECO is the proposed single currency for the 15 countries of ECOWAS - the Economic Community of West African States. Think of it like the Euro for Europe. The goal is to use one currency for trade, travel, and business across West Africa instead of Naira, Cedi, CFA, Dalasi, etc. ECOWAS Countries:Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, Togo, Benin, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Cape Verde, and Gambia. 2. Why Do We Need the ECO? ECOWAS leaders say the ECO will: 1. Boost Trade - No more exchanging currencies when doing business between Lagos and Accra or Dakar. 2. Reduce Costs - Businesses and travelers won’t lose money to exchange rates and bank charges. 3. Stronger Economy - One big currency ...
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VARgentina" Storm: Petition Against Argentina's World Cup Run Hits 6 Million Signatures

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  Just 12 hours before their World Cup semifinal against England, Argentina are facing their toughest opponent yet: public opinion.  A global petition demanding FIFA investigate controversial refereeing decisions in Argentina’s matches has now risen to over 6 million signatures, turning what should be a celebration of the defending champions’ run into one of the biggest officiating controversies in World Cup history. From Champions to "VARgentina" For weeks, social media has called them *"VARgentina"*. The nickname stuck after two straight knockout games where Video Assistant Referee decisions dramatically swung in Argentina’s favor. The term floods TikTok, X, and Facebook. Memes show FIFA President Gianni Infantino wearing Argentina’s sky-blue stripes. Others show Lionel Messi being pushed in a toy car toward the trophy. For fans in Egypt, Switzerland, and England, the joke isn’t funny anymore. "Whether you believe the reigning champions have earne...
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Controversy Trails Senegal Team Doctor After 2026 World Cup Exit

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The Senegal Football Federation is in the spotlight following claims about the national team’s medical staff during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. Speaking at a press conference on Monday while reviewing Senegal’s disappointing tournament, FSF President *Abdoulaye Fall* alleged that the team doctor was "trained as a gynaecologist." According to Fall, the revelation came late in the competition and affected the players’ confidence in the medical support available to the squad. "Based on the feedback I received, the players were not sufficiently reassured about being supported by him. We had to find convincing expertise so they could feel reassured, because health comes before everything," Fall said. The federation chief said additional medical expertise was brought in during the tournament to reassure the players. Medical Association Responds. The allegations were swiftly rejected by the Senegalese Association of Sports Medicine. In a statement...
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What Rescued Oyo Principal Said About 56 Days With Kidnappers.

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Mrs. Rachael Alamu, the principal of Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, has spoken about her experience after spending 56 days in captivity with kidnappers. Mrs. Alamu was among 44 pupils and 7 teachers abducted on May 15, 2026 from three schools in Oriire LGA. They were released last week following a joint security operation coordinated by federal authorities. Eight suspects were arrested in connection with the abduction. Speaking after her release, the principal described the weeks in the bush as painful. According to her husband, Professor Wale Alamu, who spoke to journalists after the rescue, the family went through eight weeks of anguish before receiving the news of their freedom. Professor Alamu said the successful rescue reflected collective efforts and thanked the Presidency, Governor Seyi Makinde and Nigerians across religious and social divides for their support. While still in captivity, Mrs. Alamu appeared in video...
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Woman Arrested For Asking Her Child To Dump Refuse Into Drainage In Lagos.

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A woman has been arrested in Lagos after a video surfaced showing her asking her young child to dump refuse into a drainage channel. The incident, which happened in one of the busy areas of the state, was captured on camera by a passerby and shared widely on social media. The video sparked outrage as many Nigerians condemned the act and called for authorities to intervene. What Happened In The Video. In the viral clip, the woman was seen handing a nylon bag of waste to her child and directing the child to throw it into an open drainage by the roadside.  The person recording the video confronted her, asking why she would put her child at risk and block the drainage. The woman reportedly said "everybody is doing it" before walking away. The video was later shared by several environmental and community pages on Instagram, X, and Facebook. LASEPA And Lagos State Govt React Following the backlash, officials of the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA, an...
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Umahi Denies Rumor Of Nurse’s Death In His Home: "There Is No Secrecy"

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minister Umahi. Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has addressed rumors circulating online about the alleged death of a nurse in his home, saying "there is no secrecy" around the matter. The claim started trending on social media after a post alleged that a nurse died under unclear circumstances at the minister's residence. The story quickly spread on X, Facebook, and WhatsApp groups, with many Nigerians demanding answers. What Umahi Said Speaking with journalists in Abuja, Umahi dismissed the reports and described them as "fake news and mischief" aimed at tarnishing his image. "There is no secrecy. Nothing like that happened in my house," Umahi said. "I am a public figure. If anything happened, the whole world would know. People should stop spreading lies." He urged Nigerians to verify information before sharing, adding that security agencies are aware of the false reports. How The Rumor Started. The rumor began after an anonymous po...
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