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Usyk vs Verhoeven: The Night the Aura Cracked .

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Last night in Giza, Oleksandr Usyk walked out 24-0, undisputed, and untouchable. He walked out 12 rounds later still unbeaten, still holding the WBA, WBC, and IBF heavyweight titles. But he didn’t walk out untouchable anymore. Oleksandr Usyk stopped Rico Verhoeven in the 11th round on May 23, 2026. On paper, it’s another win for the best heavyweight of this era. Watch the fight, and you saw something else: a 39-year-old legend pushed to the brink by a kickboxing legend fighting only his second pro boxing match. Here’s what went down, and what it means for what’s next. How it went down The first 3 rounds looked normal. Usyk used his footwork, landed jabs, and made Verhoeven miss. By round 4, Verhoeven adjusted. He cut the ring off, walked Usyk down, and started landing right hands to the body and head. From rounds 5 to 10, it was Verhoeven’s fight. He outworked Usyk, backed him to the ropes, and landed the cleaner shots. Usyk, at 233.25 lbs - the heaviest of his ...
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Usyk vs Verhoeven: What That Ugly Win Really Means for Usyk’s Future.

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Oleksandr Usyk is still unbeaten. He’s still undisputed. But after 11 rounds with Rico Verhoeven in Giza on May 23, 2026, the conversation around him changed overnight. Usyk stopped Verhoeven with an 11th-round TKO, but let’s be honest: for 10 rounds it looked like he was losing. The Dutch kickboxing legend, fighting only his second pro boxing match, outworked Usyk, backed him up, and landed the cleaner shots. Most ringside observers had Verhoeven ahead on the cards. The stoppage came right after the bell to end round 11, and it was messy.  So what does this win actually mean for Usyk moving forward? A lot more than another “W” on his record. 1. The aura of invincibility is gone Usyk built his legacy on making elite heavyweights look ordinary. He outboxed Anthony Joshua twice, outfoxed Tyson Fury, and beat Daniel Dubois twice. Nobody had ever made him look old or slow. Verhoeven did.  At 233.25 lbs, Usyk was the heaviest of his career, and it showed. His legs weren...
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54 National Assembly Members Lose APC Primaries in Major Shake-Up Ahead of 2027.

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No fewer than 54 serving members of the National Assembly have lost their tickets to seek re-election under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the party’s House of Representatives and senatorial primaries held on May 16 and May 18, 2026.  The outcome marks one of the biggest turnovers of sitting federal lawmakers since 2015, sweeping out ranking lawmakers, principal officers, and long-serving “landlords” of the Green and Red Chambers.  High-Profile Casualties Some of the biggest names who failed to secure return tickets include: *House of Representatives:* - *Prof. Julius Ihonvbere* – House Majority Leader, lost Owan Federal Constituency, Edo State 5996 - *Nicholas Mutu* – Representing Bomadi/Patani, Delta State. He’s been in the House since 1999 5996 - *Ibrahim Isiaka* – Ifo/Ewekoro, Ogun State 5996 - *Mike Etaba* – Obubra/Etung, Cross River 5996 - *Ngozi Lawrence Okolie* – Aniocha/Oshimili, Delta 5996 - *Miriam Onuoha* and *Chike Okafor* – Okigwe North and So...
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Lagos Billionaire Under Police Probe Over Alleged Sanitary Pad Incident

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A scandal involving a prominent Lagos-based businessman has been making rounds online since late May 2026, after Nigerian media outlets reported a petition filed by his former lover. The story has sparked conversation on social media, but it’s important to separate what has been alleged from what has been confirmed. Here’s a breakdown of the situation based on reports published around May 22, 2026. The Allegations According to reports from Vanguard, http://Legit.ng, and other Nigerian news platforms, a woman claims she was in a relationship with the businessman for over seven years. She alleges that during the relationship, he funded her lifestyle, sponsored trips abroad, and purchased a property for her in the Ikoyi area of Lagos. The dispute reportedly began earlier this year. The woman alleges that after the businessman visited her Ikoyi apartment while she was menstruating, a used sanitary pad she had discarded in her bathroom bin went missing. She says she later found ...
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DR Congo National Team Faces 21-Day Isolation Rule Over Ebola Outbreak Ahead of 2026 World Cup.

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The Democratic Republic of Congo’s World Cup dream has hit an unexpected hurdle. U.S. authorities have ordered the DR Congo national football team to complete a 21-day isolation period before entering the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, due to an ongoing Ebola outbreak in the country. The decision was confirmed Friday by Andrew Giuliani, executive director of the White House Task Force for the FIFA World Cup.  The U.S. government says any member of the Congolese delegation must stay in a “bubble” where they are currently training and isolate for 21 days or risk being denied entry.  “The Congolese delegation must maintain a bubble where they currently are training in Belgium and isolate for 21 days or risk being denied entry”.  Congo cancelled its planned training camp in Kinshasa after an Ebola outbreak was declared in eastern DRC last week. The team relocated to Belgium, where they’re preparing for friendlies against Denmark on June 3 and Chile on ...
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Tinubu Wins APC Presidential Primary in Landslide, Secures 2027 Ticket

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has won the All Progressives Congress presidential primary, securing the party’s ticket for the 2027 general election. The nationwide ward-level exercise held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, saw Tinubu sweep votes across states, with party leaders describing it as a reaffirmation of loyalty to his leadership. The primary was conducted using the direct mode, allowing registered APC members in all 8,809 wards to participate. Results from states show Tinubu winning by overwhelming margins against his lone challenger, businessman Stanley Osifo. Results Across States In Bayelsa, Tinubu polled 227,192 votes while Osifo managed just 5 votes. Governor Douye Diri, who served as returning officer, described the exercise as peaceful and well-organized. Delta State ,delivered 407,646 votes for Tinubu, according to reports. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, who coordinated the primary in Delta, had earlier mobilized party leaders to ensure a massive turnout, citing the...
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Pep Guardiola Confirms New Man City Role After Stepping Down as Manager.

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After 10 years, 20 trophies, and a complete transformation of English football, Pep Guardiola’s time on the Manchester City touchline is coming to an end. But the Spaniard isn’t saying goodbye to the Etihad just yet. On Friday, May 22, 2026, Manchester City officially confirmed that Guardiola will step down as manager at the end of the 2025-26 season, following City’s final Premier League game against Aston Villa on Sunday. In the same statement, the club announced Guardiola will take up a new role as Global Ambassador for the City Football Group. It’s a move that keeps Guardiola’s influence at the club and across the wider CFG network, even as he steps away from the daily grind of management. The End of an Era. Guardiola arrived in Manchester in July 2016 and immediately changed the club’s identity. Over the next decade he delivered 6 Premier League titles, 3 FA Cups, 5 League Cups, and the Champions League in 2023 as part of City’s historic treble.  His fi...
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Former Chelsea and Spain Defender CĂ©sar Azpilicueta Announces Retirement: End of an Era for “Captain Sensible”

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CĂ©sar Azpilicueta, the Spanish defender who became a cult hero at Chelsea and a reliable presence for Spain, has officially announced his retirement from professional football. At 36, the player known as “Azpi” and “Captain Sensible” is calling time on a 19-year career that took him from Osasuna to Marseille, then to Stamford Bridge, and finally to AtlĂ©tico Madrid.  For fans who value consistency, professionalism, and quiet leadership over flash, Azpilicueta’s exit marks the end of a rare breed of modern full-back. From Pamplona to Stamford Bridge: A Career Built on Grit Azpilicueta started at his hometown club Osasuna in 2006, breaking into the first team as a right-back at just 17. His performances earned him a move to Marseille in 2010, where he won Ligue 1 and established himself as one of La Liga’s most promising defenders.  Chelsea signed him in August 2012 for around £7 million, a deal that looked like a low-risk squad addition at the time. Few p...
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Top 7 Government Skill Acquisition Programs in Nigeria You Can Apply for Free"

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If you’re looking to learn a practical skill without paying school fees, Nigeria’s government runs several free skill acquisition programs every year. These programs are built to reduce unemployment, support small businesses, and help young people earn a living through hands-on training. Most of them also give you starter packs, certificates, or access to low-interest loans after you complete the training. Here are the top 7 you can apply for in 2026: 1. N-Power Program. N-Power is one of the most popular federal programs under the National Social Investment Programme. It’s split into graduate and non-graduate streams.   What you learn: Teaching, agriculture, health, ICT, and creative skills.   What you get: Free training, monthly stipend, and work experience for 6–12 months.   How to apply: Keep an eye on the official N-Power portal when applications open. You’ll need your NIN, BVN, and a valid email. 2. SMEDAN Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneu...
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