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The year 2024 was a thrilling journey for Nigerian sports, with athletes across various disciplines shining brightly on the global stage. From football to boxing, Nigerian athletes demonstrated resilience, determination, and skill. Here’s a recap of the highs and lows that defined Nigerian sports in 2024.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Triumphs in Nigerian Sports in 2024:

  1. Lookman Clinches CAF Player of the Year Award: Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman earned the prestigious African Player of the Year title at the 2024 CAF Awards in Morocco. Lookman had an exceptional year, scoring three goals and assisting two in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, alongside his hat-trick in the UEFA Europa League final to secure Atalanta’s title.
  2. Super Eagles Qualify for 2025 AFCON: Nigeria’s Super Eagles topped Group D in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers, securing 11 points from six games. Despite challenges in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, their performance in AFCON qualification was a major achievement.
  3. Lookman Makes Europa League History: Lookman etched his name in football history by scoring a hat-trick in the UEFA Europa League final, leading Atalanta to a 3-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen and securing the club’s first major title in over six decades.
  4. Nigeria’s Paralympic Triumph: At the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, Nigeria secured seven medals, including two gold, three silver, and two bronze. Esther Nworgu and Folashade Oluwafemiayo were standout performers, with the latter breaking a world record in para-powerlifting.
  5. D’Tigress Make Olympic History: Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, reached the quarterfinals at the Paris 2024 Olympics for the first time in history. Their standout performances, including a victory over Australia, were led by coach Rena Wakama, who was named Best Coach of the Women’s Olympic Basketball Tournament.

Challenges in Nigerian Sports in 2024:

  1. Disappointing 2024 Olympics for Nigeria: Nigeria’s 88-member delegation to the Paris 2024 Olympics failed to secure any medals, marking one of the country’s poorest Olympic performances since independence. This was compounded by Favour Ofili’s exclusion from the women’s 100m despite qualifying.
  2. Super Eagles Stranded in Libya: Nigeria’s Super Eagles were stranded for over 17 hours at Al Abraq Airport in Libya before their 2025 AFCON qualifier. Despite the frustrations, the Confederation of African Football awarded Nigeria a 3-0 victory for the abandoned match.
  3. Nigeria Falls to Ivory Coast in AFCON Final: The Super Eagles suffered a 2-1 defeat to Ivory Coast in the AFCON final, despite an early lead from William Troost-Ekong. Ivory Coast’s victory allowed them to match Nigeria’s three AFCON titles.
  4. Finidi George Steps Down as Coach: Super Eagles coach Finidi George resigned in June after expressing dissatisfaction with the lack of support from the Nigeria Football Federation. His departure led to calls for interim coach Austin Eguavoen’s permanent appointment.
  5. Osimhen’s Transfer Saga and Public Dispute: Victor Osimhen’s transfer to Galatasaray dominated headlines, though it was marred by a public dispute with former coach Finidi George over his withdrawal from World Cup qualifiers due to injury.
  6. Anthony Joshua Suffers Knockout Loss: Boxer Anthony Joshua’s dreams of regaining a world title were dashed in a brutal knockout loss to Daniel Dubois. The defeat raised doubts about Joshua’s future in heavyweight boxing and cast uncertainty over his career.

2024 was a year of great victories and setbacks for Nigerian sports, with athletes showcasing their extraordinary talents and overcoming numerous challenges.

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On Tuesday, the Federal High Court in Abuja initiated an investigation into the unauthorized release of a video linked to the ongoing trial of six individuals accused of conspiring to topple President Bola Tinubu’s government.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

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  • Court Directive: Following a complaint from the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP), Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN), regarding a video statement that surfaced on the social media platform of influencer “VeryDarkMan” despite a court-imposed restriction, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik ordered the Department of State Services (DSS) to conduct an inquiry.

  • National Security Concerns: The DPP characterized the leak as a national security risk that prejudices the ongoing judicial proceedings, noting the video had already surpassed 6,000 views.

  • Defense Stance: While defense counsel denied involvement in the leak, they held varying views on a probe; some welcomed an investigation, while others, like Sanusi Musa (SAN), cautioned against acting without formal evidence.

  • Judicial Ruling: Invoking Section 232(5) of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act, 2015, Justice Abdulmalik mandated the DSS to identify and bring any responsible parties before the court, noting that such prosecution would be handled separately from the main coup trial.

Trial Testimony and Bail Proceedings

  • Witness Testimony: A prosecution witness, an Army officer codenamed “DDD,” testified that the investigation was conducted by a multi-agency team—including the Army, DSS, DIA, and EFCC—and explicitly denied that the defendants were chained, coerced, or tortured during interrogation.

  • Defense Challenges: During cross-examination, defense lawyers challenged the interrogation process, specifically noting the absence of family members or legal representation during the suspects’ questioning; however, the witness stated no such requests were made by the defendants.

  • Bail Applications: The court heard bail arguments from the defense, which the DPP opposed; Justice Abdulmalik has reserved her ruling on these applications and adjourned the trial-within-trial for the first three defendants until June 25 and June 30.

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No Mercy! US Authorities Deport Nigerian Over “Violent Crimes” & Abuse Allegations!.

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  • Deportation of Nigerian National: A Nigerian citizen named Ayodeji Ajayi has been deported from the United States following a series of criminal convictions, which include domestic violence.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Immigration Status: According to a statement released by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on their official account, Ajayi had been living in the US illegally for nearly two decades after failing to depart the country following the expiration of his student visa.

    • Criminal History: ICE reported that after abandoning his studies, Ajayi amassed a significant criminal record that includes convictions for domestic violence, trespassing, intimidation, and obstruction. Furthermore, his record includes charges involving kidnapping, rape, and family neglect.

    • Administrative Context: ICE attributed the removal of Ajayi to the immigration enforcement policies of President Donald Trump, noting the administration’s commitment to deporting criminal undocumented immigrants.

    • Missing Details: While the agency confirmed the deportation, they did not specify when it occurred, nor did they provide additional details regarding the jurisdictions of the convictions or the current status of his pending criminal charges.

    • Policy Enforcement: This action reflects the ongoing efforts by the Trump administration to intensify enforcement and increase the number of removals of undocumented individuals with criminal backgrounds across the United States.

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“It Wasn’t Illness”: Gen. Rabe’s Widow Shatters Silence, Exposing True Cause Of Husband’s Death In Captivity.

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  • While the Katsina State Government attributed the retired general’s death to complications from diabetes and hypertension, his widow, Hajiya Amina Abubakar, reportedly disputes this.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Sources close to the widow during her hospitalization state that she insisted her husband was healthy and had no history of either condition prior to their abduction.

    • Hajiya Amina recounted that the General’s health declined rapidly after his leg became swollen.

    • The widow believed the General had been bitten by a snake, an assessment the kidnappers reportedly confirmed to her.

    • Despite the captors applying local herbal remedies to the swelling, the General’s condition worsened, and he ultimately passed away in his wife’s arms.

    Context of the Abduction and Rescue

    • Major General Rabe and his wife were abducted on May 30, 2026, while traveling through the Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State.

    • The kidnappers, linked to a criminal network led by bandit kingpin Kachalla Muhammad Fulani, had demanded the release of detained associates.

    • Following the General’s death, military troops from Operation Fansan Yamma intensified search-and-rescue efforts.

    • During an encounter near Tunga Village, troops engaged the bandits, who shot Mrs. Abubakar before abandoning her and fleeing the area.

    • Security officials are currently investigating the possibility of intelligence leaks or sabotage regarding the rescue operation, as the kidnappers appeared to be aware of the military’s movements.

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