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Colombian pop superstar Shakira and Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy will perform the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the tournament’s opening ceremony in Mexico City. The pair will take to the stage at Estadio Azteca on 11 June ahead of the opening match between Mexico and South Africa, performing *Dai Dai*, the tournament’s official anthem. As reported by BBC Sport on Friday, Dai Dai is a celebration of football’s power to unite people across cultures and continents,” FIFA said in a statement announcing the performance.” The title of the song, an Italian phrase meaning “let’s go”…

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus briefed journalists in Geneva a day after returning from the DRC, where he met a wide range of stakeholders and said he was encouraged by the Government’s commitment to combating the deadly epidemic, which has also spread to neighbouring Uganda.  “What I saw gave me hope,” he said. “The outbreak had a big head start, and we’re still behind, but under the leadership of the Government of DRC, we are catching up.”  Caseload decrease The outbreak is caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus for which there is no treatment although three vaccines are in development. Tedros said 344 cases have been confirmed in the DRC, including 60…

The United Kingdom is set to introduce stricter rules that could prevent universities from sponsoring international students, as part of efforts to curb alleged visa abuse and reduce asylum claims linked to study routes. The UK Home Office announced the reforms on Thursday, saying the measures form part of a wider crackdown on immigration loopholes involving student visas. A statement on its X handle said UK “universities will face a ban on recruiting international students if they fail to enforce new rules.” Under the updated Basic Compliance Assessment framework, the Home Office said, “higher education institutions sponsoring student visas must…

Quick look: Sadiq Khan hosts City Hall’s first ever London-Africa business summit, following his landmark 2025 trade mission to Africa – the first by a London Mayor. 117 African companies are listed on the London Stock Exchange – more than any other exchange globally – reinforcing London’s position as the leading international hub for African business and investment. Since the Mayor’s trade mission in July 2025, African businesses have invested more than £30 million into London through foreign direct investment Sadiq Khan, the mayor of London, today hosted City Hall’s first ever London-Africa business summit. The Summit brought together 200…

Ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s media adviser, Mr Paul Ibe, has called on the Department of State Services and other security agencies to invite Yoruba nation campaigner, Sunday Igboho, to disclose the identities of politicians he alleged are sponsoring kidnappers responsible for the abduction of students and teachers in Oyo State. Ibe made the call on Thursday in a post on X, arguing that security agencies should take advantage of any credible information capable of aiding efforts to rescue the victims and dismantle criminal networks behind the attacks. His intervention followed recent comments by Igboho during a meeting with members of…

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The Chairman, management, staff, and stakeholders of the Kogi State Hajj Commission have been congratulated on the successful completion of the 2026 Hajj exercise.   Director of SALRABI FARM, Alhaji Salihu Ademu, in a statement on Tuesday commended the smooth coordination of pilgrims and effective service delivery recorded throughout the exercise.   Ademu said the Commission demonstrated dedication, professionalism, and strong commitment to the welfare of Kogi State pilgrims from the preparatory stage through to the completion of the sacred pilgrimage in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.   He said: “The smooth coordination of pilgrims, effective service delivery, and commitment…

Poland central defender Przemysław Wiśniewski has clarified the reason behind his subdued celebration after scoring a late equaliser in Wednesday night’s 2-2 draw against Nigeria in Warsaw. The defender stated that the moment unfolded too rapidly for a premeditated celebration also citing tiredness. Wiśniewski executed a long-range shot in the final minutes, successfully beating Nigeria’s goalkeeper Maduka Okoye to equalize after Paul Onuachu’s penalty, thus securing a draw in a closely fought international friendly. This goal represented his first for the national team since his debut against the Netherlands in September 2025 during a FIFA World Cup qualifier. In his…

Former Nigeria goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi believes Africa’s increased representation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup presents a genuine opportunity for more countries from the continent to make deep runs in the tournament, tipping Morocco and Senegal to lead the charge, The PUNCH reports. The 2026 World Cup, which kicks off in Mexico on June 11, will feature a record 10 African nations following FIFA’s expansion of the competition. The tournament is being hosted in the USA, Canada and Mexico, marking the first time three countries will host the FIFA World Cup. Nine countries secured qualification automatically, while the Democratic Republic…

Veteran Nollywood actress, Hilda Dokubo, has criticised President Bola Tinubu over the worsening insecurity in the country, urging the Federal Government to show empathy and take decisive action to protect Nigerians. In a video posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, Dokubo expressed frustration over the plight of ordinary citizens, particularly victims of kidnappings and violent attacks across the country. Speaking in the video, the actress contrasted the security enjoyed by public officials with the realities faced by ordinary Nigerians. “You live a great life. You drive in armoured vehicles escorted on both sides by armed security men. Your office…