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25 Years Later, Olympic Gold Medalist Chioma Ajunwa Receives Promised Lagos House

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Chioma Ajunwa, Nigeria’s first Olympic gold medalist, has finally received the house promised to her by Lagos State 25 years ago. The emotional handover marks the end of a long wait and reopens national conversations about how Nigeria honours its sports heroes.
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D’Tigress Overcome Mozambique in Tight 60–55 Win to Book Quarterfinal Spot

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Nigeria’s D’Tigress overcame Mozambique 60–55 in a tense AfroBasket 2025 clash, booking a quarterfinal spot and extending their unbeaten run to 26 games. Led by Ezinne Kalu and Murjanatu Musa, the team showed grit and resilience in a thrilling comeback.
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Super Falcons Return Home, Get National Honours and Cash

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The Super Falcons returned from Morocco after their dramatic WAFCON victory to a hero’s welcome in Abuja. With a 3–2 win over Morocco, they sealed their 10th title. President Tinubu awarded each player $100,000 in naira, national honours, and new homes.
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De Minaur Stuns in Washington Comeback, Clinches 10th Career Title

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Alex de Minaur saved three match points to defeat Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in a dramatic Washington Open final. The win marks his 10th career ATP title and propels him back into the Top 10, just in time for the U.S. Open.
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UEFA Women’s Euro: England Crowned Champions After Penalty Shootout Win Over Spain

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England’s Lionesses beat Spain in a thrilling UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 final, winning 3-1 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Chloe Kelly, Alessia Russo, and goalkeeper Hannah Hampton led the charge, cementing England’s legacy as back-to-back European champions.
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Tinubu, First Lady, Celebrate Falcons’ Historic WAFCON Triumph

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Nigeria’s Super Falcons stunned Morocco with a dramatic 3–2 comeback to win their 10th WAFCON title. First Lady Oluremi Tinubu and President Bola Tinubu praised the team’s resilience, calling the victory a symbol of national pride and unity.
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Nigeria’s D’Tigresses Crush Rwanda 92-45 to Kick Off Afrobasket Title Defence

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Nigeria’s D’Tigress opened their AfroBasket 2025 campaign with a dominant 92–45 win over Rwanda in Abidjan. Led by Elizabeth Balogun and coached by Rena Wakama, the team extended their unbeaten run to 25 games and now prepare to face Mozambique.
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WAFCON 2025: Celebrating Excellence — Full List and Highlights of Award Winners

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Nigeria’s Super Falcons claimed their 10th WAFCON title in Morocco after a thrilling 3–2 comeback against the hosts. The tournament celebrated individual brilliance, with Rasheedat Ajibade, Chiamaka Nnadozie, and Ghizlane Chebbak among the top award winners.
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WAFCON: Super Falcons Roar From Behind To Snatch the 10th WAFCON Title from Morocco 3-2

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Nigeria’s Super Falcons delivered a stunning second-half comeback to defeat Morocco 3-2 in the WAFCON 2024 final. After trailing by two goals, the Falcons roared back with three goals to seal their record-extending 10th title in Africa.
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WAFCON 2025: Ghana Beat South Africa on Penalties to Claim Bronze

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Ghana’s Black Queens defeated South Africa 4–3 on penalties to win bronze at WAFCON 2025. After a 1–1 draw in regulation time, goalkeeper Cynthia Konlan made a key save, and four Ghanaian players converted their spot kicks. The win marks Ghana’s first medal since 2016.
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Rashford Joins Barcelona on Loan, Ends Chapter with ManU

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Marcus Rashford has completed a season-long loan move to Barcelona, ending his long spell at Manchester United. The deal includes a £30.3 million buy option and full wage coverage. Rashford hopes to revive his career after falling out with manager Ruben Amorim.
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Super Falcons Visit Injured Salgado, After Epic Match with SA

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After a dramatic WAFCON semi-final, Nigeria’s Super Falcons visited injured South African midfielder Gabriela Salgado in hospital. Led by captain Rasheedat Ajibade, the players offered support and a signed jersey, showing that sportsmanship can shine even after fierce competition.
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