AFCON

AFCON 2025: Morocco and Senegal Advance to Final After Contrasting Semi-Finals

Sadio Mane's 78th-minute strike denied Mohamed Salah a first AFCON title, while Morocco ended Nigeria's unbeaten run on penalties — setting up a Morocco vs. Senegal final in Rabat.

Culture

Oxford Dictionary Adds "Nyash," "Amala," and "Ghana Must Go": West African English Goes Official

Oxford's December 2025 update added over 500 words — but it's the Nigerian and Ghanaian entries like 'Nyash,' 'Amala,' and 'Ghana Must Go' that have West Africa talking.

Sports

Algeria 0 Nigeria 2: Osimhen and Adams Power Super Eagles Into AFCON 2026 Semi-Final

Victor Osimhen ended a seven-game AFCON goal drought in style, heading Nigeria ahead two minutes into the second half before Akor Adams sealed a commanding 2-0 win over Algeria.

Soccer

AFCON 2025 Group Stage Complete: Round of 16 Bracket Set With Nigeria, Egypt Leading the Way

Sudan became the first AFCON side to reach the knockout stage without scoring a single goal, while Nigeria, Egypt, and Algeria each won all three group matches. The Round of 16 is underway.

Sports

Driver in car crash involving Anthony Joshua charged with reckless and dangerous driving

The Lexus SUV driver charged in the Anthony Joshua Lagos-Ibadan Expressway crash faces four counts, including dangerous driving causing death — his vehicle killed two trainers and left Joshua injured. Bail was set at 5 million naira ($3,500) with a next court date of January 20.

Rema

Friday Notes: Stacey Abrams, Odunsi and more

This week's Friday Notes spotlights Stacey Abrams, Odunsi's latest, and how West African cities use festivals as defiance against terror threats.