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African champions Super Falcons of Nigeria will face Cape Verde in an international friendly in April, DAILY POST reports. The encounter will serve as part of both team’s preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Officials are yet to announce the date and venue of the game. The fixture is expected to be played during the April international window. The Super Falcons were last in action against the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon in February and March. Nigeria will face Egypt, Malawi, and Zambia in Group C at the WAFCON 2026 finals. Cape Verde, who will be making their…

Barcelona defender, João Cancelo, has named teammate Gavi as the soul of the Blaugrana. Cancelo spoke at his pre-match press conference ahead of Barcelona’s UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg tie with Atletico Madrid on Wednesday. He described the Spanish midfielder as a cheerful guy who makes Barcelona players start bringing more intensity. “Gavi is the soul of the team,” Cancelo said as quoted by Fabrizio Romano. “Everything he does, on and off the field. He’s a really cheerful guy who lays into you during training sessions, and in the end, that also makes us all start bringing more intensity.”…

Over 6,000 applicants have already applied to compete for just 700 available positions for the Delta State government ongoing recruitment drive in the health sector. The Commissioner for Health, Dr Joseph Onojaeme has disclosed, lamenting that medical doctors among the applicants witnessed relatively low number. Expressing concern over the development, he said the state government has approved a comprehensive welfare package for medical doctors, including a special tax-free allowance. According to him, the idea is to enhance retention and attracting new professionals into the state’s health sector. He disclosed that the newly introduced incentive, christened the “MORE Special Allowance for…

Jose Mourinho has insisted that he wants to stay with Benfica, even though he admits the team has lost hope of winning the league title. A 1-1 draw with Casa Pia on Monday, means they can no longer catch up in the league standings. Mourinho is currently signed with Benfica until June 2027, but there is a clause in his contract that lets him leave at the end of the season. When asked about his future, Mourinho said, “Jorge Mendes is my agent, but I make my own decisions. My choice is to stay in Benfica.” Mourinho came back to…

Bayern Munich legends, Lothar Matthaus and Markus Babbel have hit out at Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior for his antics on the pitch ahead of both sides’ UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg clash on Tuesday night at the Santiago Bernabeu. Vinicius has often faced criticism for his antics on the pitch, including his dancing. Speaking on Sky90 – The Football Debate, Matthaus said the Brazilian international is constantly provoking, while Babbel said he likes rolling on the pitch fourteen times when he is fouled. Matthaus said (via Mundo Deportivo), “This has been going on for years. Vinicius is, of…

The leadership crisis in the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has further deepened as state chairmen of the party have backed the Independent National Electoral Commission’s decision to delist the David Mark-led leadership. Abia State ADC Chapter Chairman, Don Norman Obinna, disclosed at a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday. He said the state chairmen have dissociated themselves from the David Mark and Nafiu Bala Gombe factions of the ADC. According to him, the decision was reached on Tuesday after a National Executive Committee meeting held in Abuja. Obinna, flanked by other state chairmen, said, “We are in total support of…

Former Nigeria winger, Garba Lawal, has given his verdict on why Paul Onuachu turns into a scoring monster for Trabzonspor but goes quiet when representing the Super Eagles. Onuachu has been unstoppable in the Turkish Super Lig this season, racking up 22 goals and helping Trabzonspor climb to third place. However, the 31-year-old scored just four goals in 34 caps for the Super Eagles. “People need to understand that playing for your country is a completely different challenge,” Lawal told Footy Africa. “At club level, you have the luxury of time and consistent minutes to find your rhythm, but with…

Operations at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport were disrupted on Monday after a technical fault in baggage screening equipment slowed activities at the domestic terminals. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria confirmed the glitch, while domestic carriers said the issue affected standard processing procedures. In a statement, Air Peace apologised to passengers, noting that alternative screening measures had been introduced to keep flights operating safely, although the additional checks led to longer processing times and some departure delays. “We understand the inconvenience and uncertainty this may cause. “To minimize disruption, the airport management said it has proactively activated alternative screening procedures…

Afrobeats singer, Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has revealed that she doesn’t places much importance on looks when it comes to choosing a partner. The ‘All The Love’ crooner explained that she is more attracted to intelligence and motivation. Speaking in an interview with media personality Diana Eneje, Starr noted that emotional intelligence is very important in a relationship. She said, “I don’t ever have a physical type. I am just attracted to intelligent people. Just be very intelligent. That’s the Gemini in me speaking. “Just be intelligent, motivate me, let me also motivate you. Let’s be…

Former Besiktas player, Sinan Engin has raised doubts about Mauro Icardi’s effectiveness following Galatasaray’s 2-1 defeat to Trabzonspor on Saturday, while commending Paul Onuachu’s influence in the match. The Yellow-Reds, who played without the injured Nigerian forward, Victor Osimhen, suffered a loss at Papara Park, further emphasizing his significance to the squad. Onuachu showcased an impressive performance, scoring for Trabzonspor alongside compatriot Chibuike Nwaiwu, while Wilfried Singo scored the only goal for Galatasaray. This outcome has extended a troubling trend for the Istanbul giants, who have found it challenging to achieve consistency without Osimhen spearheading the attack. During a discussion…