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JUST IN: Senator Oluremi Tinubu Congratulates Osimhen, Oshoala, & Nnadozie for winning at the African Women’s Awards
The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria striker, Asisat Oshoala, Chiamaka Nnadozie and the entire Nigeria Women’s National Team for winning the African Women’s Awards of the year.
In her speech, she congratulated Ms Asisat Oshoala for securing the African women’s player of the year award for a record sixth time! That’s the Nigerian Spirit! Keep making us proud.

Also, I congratulate another great achiever, Chiamaka Nnadozie, African Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year! I remember the Super Falcons game against Australia at the recent FIFA Women’s World Cup where you displayed great goal keeping skills to keep us in the game till we won .

I celebrate the entire Nigeria Women’s National Team for winning the African Women’s National Team of the Year. Your unity and exceptional performance shine brightly! This tells us that there is strength in our unity as a people and in unity, we shall achieve more.

And I salute Victor Osimhen, who was honored as the Best African Footballer, Male.
You are winning this as the first Nigerian to do so in 24 years, after Kanu Nwankwo in 1999. I am proud of you.
Your prowess on the field is truly commendable!
Thank you all for making Nigeria proud. Truly, our Hope for a greater Nigeria is becoming a reality. CONGRATULATIONS NIGERIA. There is more to come.
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FIFA releases 2026 World Cup anthem ‘Goals’, by Rema, LISA, Anitta
The Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album will feature artists from across continents, aligning with the tournament’s expanded 48-team format hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
The Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album “GOALS” been released , featuring Afrobeats star Rema , South Korean pop act LISA and Brazilian pop singer Anitta .
The single track dropped Thursday on all major streaming platforms through SALXCO UAM and Def Jam Recordings.
An official music video was released alongside the single.
Goals was produced by Grammy-winning producer Cirkut and fuses Afrobeats, K-pop and Latin pop.
FIFA stated that the album serves as a unifying platform where music and sport intersect, designed to connect fans and cultures worldwide.
The organisation also announced that Rema, LISA and Anitta are set to perform together at the FIFA World Cup USA Opening Ceremony in Los Angeles.
The Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album will feature artists from across continents, aligning with the tournament’s expanded 48-team format hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
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Man Utd permanents Carrick as manager
“Now it’s time to move forward together again, with ambition and a clear sense of purpose. Manchester United and our incredible supporters deserve to be challenging for the biggest honours again,” Carrick said.
“We are delighted to announce Michael Carrick will continue as our head coach, having signed a new contract,” said Manchester United on Friday.
Carrick, the 44-year-old former United player, took charge on an interim basis after Ruben Amorim was sacked in January and led United to Champions League qualification with an impressive third-placed finish in the Premier League.
” From the moment that I arrived here 20 years ago, I felt the magic of Manchester United. Carrying the responsibility of leading our special football club fills me with immense pride
” Throughout the past five months, this group of players have shown they can reach the standards of resilience, togetherness and determination that we demand here.
“Now it’s time to move forward together again, with ambition and a clear sense of purpose. Manchester United and our incredible supporters deserve to be challenging for the biggest honours again,” Carrick said.
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Breaking: Arsenal Win Premier League For First Time In 22 Years
The Gunners, who have set the pace for most of the season, have bounced back impressively since losing to City last month, winning four straight league matches without conceding a goal.
Arsenal have won the Premier League for the first time in 22 years with a game to spare after Man City failed to win at Bournemouth.
Arsenal ended their 22-year wait to be crowned Premier League champions on Tuesday after Manchester City were held 1-1 by Bournemouth.
City had to win to take the title fight to the final day, but the Cherries extended their unbeaten streak to 17 league games, a run which has secured European football for the first time in the club’s history.
After finishing second for the past three seasons, Mikel Arteta’s Gunners have finally made it over the line to end a six-year trophy drought.
Arsenal edged to the brink of the title with an unconvincing 1-0 win over already relegated Burnley on Monday, which took them five points clear of City.
The Gunners, who have set the pace for most of the season, have bounced back impressively since losing to City last month, winning four straight league matches without conceding a goal.
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