Une attaque djihadiste présumée du groupe Lakurawa a fait 20 morts dans le nord-ouest du Nigeria, selon un rapport de l'ONU. Le raid a eu lieu dans l'État de Kebbi, une région ciblée par des frappes américaines en décembre.
Rene Baterbonia, 19, and Divine Adili, 21, drowned during a school-sanctioned team-building activity in Dipaculao, Aurora. The incident highlights risks in collegiate sports training environments.
Atacante Folarin Balogun, nascido nos EUA por um imprevisto de voo, brilha na Copa. Criado na Inglaterra e com carreira europeia, sua cidadania americana, obtida por direito de nascimento, contrasta com políticas migratórias restritivas.
A former Nigerian military general, Abubakar, has died in captivity after being kidnapped by gunmen two weeks ago. The government stated he died from complications related to diabetes and hypertension, despite efforts to secure his release. The kidnapping occurred in Katsina state, a region plagued by criminal gangs known as 'bandits' who engage in raids, kidnappings for ransom, and looting.
Folarin Balogun, born in the US to Nigerian parents, scored twice in the USA's 4-1 World Cup win over Paraguay, showcasing the 'messy, borderless reality' of modern soccer. His story, along with other US team members born abroad, highlights the role of migration in international football, contrasting with societal anxieties about immigration.
Retired Nigerian army Major General Rabe Abubakar has died while held captive by gunmen in Katsina state. He was abducted with his wife last month, and his wife's condition remains unknown. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in north-west Nigeria due to criminal gangs and militant jihadists.
Ethiopia faces renewed fears of conflict in Tigray despite stable election results, with warnings of a potential escalation involving Eritrea and internal hardliners. Meanwhile, Nigeria grapples with a severe security crisis, marked by brutal attacks and kidnappings, prompting calls for international cooperation to combat extremist groups.
A Nigerian court has convicted eleven Indian sailors for cocaine trafficking, sentencing them and fining their merchant vessel $5.3 million. The sailors were arrested six months ago for importing 31.5 kg of cocaine, and the conviction serves as a strong warning against drug smuggling.
Anitta's participation in the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles is seen as a major international achievement, solidifying her status as a global music icon representing Brazil.
Folarin Balogun, born in Brooklyn due to a flight denial, represents the US national team at the World Cup. His unexpected birth in America, despite Nigerian parents and upbringing in England, has led to a unique international career, highlighting the US soccer team's strategy of recruiting dual-nationality players.
Cerimônia de abertura da Copa do Mundo Feminina 2026 nos EUA contou com apresentações de Anitta, Lisa e Rema, além de Tyla e Future. Eventos anteriores no Canadá e México geraram memes e reações online.
Nigeria's 700km coastal road, linking Lagos to Cameroon, aims for a 2028 completion and is a key project for President Tinubu's re-election bid, promising jobs and tourism. However, its construction in an area with significant coastal erosion raises concerns.
Imagbe Ehizomwengie, a Nigerian man, won €500,000 in an Italian lottery but was initially barred from claiming it due to his undocumented status. After a decade-long immigration struggle, he was granted a residency permit, citing his financial independence and competent Italian, which meant more to him than the lottery win.
Imigrante nigeriano de 31 anos, agredido por PMs em Campinas (SP), diz que veio trabalhar e quer ficar no Brasil. Jerry relatou não entender ordem para se ajoelhar e que já sofreu outras agressões. PM abriu inquérito.
A Copa do Mundo 2026 inicia com três cerimônias de abertura. Anitta se apresenta na última, em Los Angeles, ao lado de Katy Perry, Lisa, Rema e Future.
262 Nigerians returned to their home country from South Africa due to rising anti-immigrant sentiment and violence. South Africa's Interior Ministry stated all returnees were illegal immigrants, banning them from re-entry for five years. Other African nations are also repatriating citizens.
The first of three opening ceremonies for the 2026 World Cup took place in Mexico City, featuring performances by Shakira, Burna Boy, Maná, Belinda, and J Balvin. Additional ceremonies are scheduled for Canada and the USA.
Um nigeriano de 31 anos em situação de rua foi agredido por policiais militares em Campinas (SP) após não entender uma ordem em português. Imagens mostram a agressão, e a PM instaurou inquérito. A prefeitura informou que acompanha o homem desde março, mas ele recusa acolhimento.
Nigeria repatriated 262 citizens from South Africa following anti-immigration protests. South African officials stated the returnees were undocumented, while Nigerian officials cited fleeing xenophobic attacks. The repatriated Nigerians face a five-year re-entry ban.
Nigeria has repatriated 268 citizens from South Africa due to rising anti-migrant sentiment and xenophobic attacks. Other African nations have also evacuated citizens ahead of a June 30 deadline.
A Copa do Mundo não é apenas um torneio de futebol, mas também uma vitrine para penteados marcantes. De Ronaldo a Valderrama, relembre os cortes que viraram tendência e marcaram a história do esporte.
A Copa do Mundo de 2026 terá cerimônias de abertura em cada país-sede: México, Canadá e EUA. O México abre a festa com artistas como Alejandro Fernández, Tyla, Salma Hayek, Lila Downs, Belinda, Los Ángeles Azules, Maná, Danny Ocean, J Balvin, Ryan Castro, Shakira e Burna Boy.
Portugal beat Nigeria 2-1 in a friendly before the World Cup. FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated it was impossible to organize the World Cup in the US without Donald Trump. Meanwhile, South American countries show passion for football by naming children after stars like Neymar and Messi.
Portugal secured a 2-1 friendly victory over Nigeria in Leiria, Portugal, in their final preparation match before heading to the United States for the FIFA World Cup. Pedro Neto and Francisco Conceição scored for Portugal, while Akor Adams netted for Nigeria.
