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news You don’t have to because OkayAfrica scours the internet for today’s major news stories. Reports from January 21 include how the Nigerian military rescues dozens of hostages as police confirm a mass church kidnapping in Kaduna, and how chef Hilda Bachi earns her third Guinness World Record for serving the most jollof rice. Nigerian chef Hilda Bati recently won her third Guinness World Records title for the world’s largest single serving of rice after making Jollof rice in the largest pot in September. Olympia de Mesmont/AFP via Getty Images Every day at HealthyAfrica, we share a roundup of news…

Manchester United have fallen to the bottom of the Deloitte Football Money League, with Liverpool becoming Britain’s highest paid club for the first time.The Red Devils were once considered the blueprint for commercial success in football, finishing first in the Money League in 10 of its 29 editions, most recently winning the title in 2017. However, due to United’s absence from the Champions League in 2024-25, their broadcasting revenue has fallen from €258m (approximately £216.72m) to €206m (approximately £172.9m), resulting in them dropping to eighth in the 2026 table. The club’s matchday revenue is expected to be even lower this…

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has fined the Algerian Football Federation (FAF) $100,000 and suspended players following indiscipline violations that marred Nigeria’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final match against Algeria. Related article: AFCON 2025: CAF investigates irregularities in Nigeria vs. Algeria quarter-final match The sanction followed a detailed disciplinary review into incidents that occurred during and after the match at the 2025 AFCON on January 10, 2026. Algeria lost 0-2, with goals from Victor Osimhen and Akol Adams in the second half. Related article: AFCON 2025: Osimhen and Adams shine as Nigeria defeats Algeria to advance to…

Immigration to Canada promises many opportunities, but for many seasoned Nigerian professionals, the reality of professional life is tempered by subtle but persistent challenges, often referred to as “unconscious bias.” This phenomenon, which immigrants describe as a form of sub-racial prejudice, forces black professionals to perform at significantly higher levels just to achieve parity with their non-immigrant colleagues. Daniel, a Nigerian doctor practicing in Calgary, recently shared his insights, arguing that black immigrants start at a significant disadvantage in the Western job market. Also read: 6 benefits of doing business in Canada for growth and success appearance and identity Daniel…

This strategic shift is underpinned by several factors that will shape Paystack’s next phase, including rapid advances in technology such as artificial intelligence and stablecoins, the acquisition of key regulatory licenses, and expanded opportunities to support African businesses beyond payments. Paystack celebrates its 10th anniversary with the launch of its new parent company, The Stack Group (TSG). This marks the beginning of broader ambitions that extend beyond payments to banking, consumer finance and emerging technology. Founded 10 years ago to help African businesses pay, Paystack has grown to become one of the continent’s leading payments platforms, serving more than 300,000…

* Fashola calls for systematic training for ambassadors Abuja Sunday Abo Sade The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, on Tuesday declared that Nigeria’s global reputation is “a mirror, not a verdict”, although it has been tarnished by negative perceptions. He therefore called for urgent national action, arguing that the country needs to intentionally own and project its successes rather than surrendering the narrative to its critics. Mr. Idris, who spoke at the Nigeria Reputation Summit 2026 in Abuja, reacted to the newly released National Reputation Perception Index, which ranks Nigeria as the least trustworthy in the…

Super Eagles forward Ako Adams announced his return to club football after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, saving Sevilla a point with a stunning two-goal cameo off the bench in a dramatic league game against Elche. Adams, who just helped Nigeria win a bronze medal at AFCON 2025 in Morocco, continued to maintain the excellent form he brought back from his international assignment. Akole Adams played a key role in Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 campaign, with two goals and two assists as the Super Eagles won the bronze medal. Sevilla were stunned in the early stages as Elche took the…

According to a New York Times investigation, the US used information from driver traders and small NGO operators in Onitsha, Anambra State to carry out airstrikes in Nigeria.The report identifies Emeka Ume-Agbarasi as a key source cited by U.S. lawmakers for unverified claims about Christian genocide in Nigeria.The revelations raised concerns about the accuracy of the information that shaped American military action and the broader narrative surrounding religious violence in Nigeria.Umeagbarasi claimed to have documented the deaths of 125,000 Christians in Nigeria since 2009, using Google searches, Nigerian media reports, secondary sources, and advocacy groups such as Open Doors, according…

main eventsShow only major eventsPlease turn on JavaScript to use this feature120+1 minutes additional time 3 minutes.share120′ Ezarzurri’s cross is too close to Mendy. Morocco is running out of time.share119 mins “Shouldn’t the Senegalese player who left the pitch not have been given a yellow card (so some players would have received his second of the game)?” asks Matthew Charlesworth.Hmm, maybe so. Certainly, we haven’t heard the end of that utter mess.share118′ Senegal had a really great five minutes, most of which came in the Moroccan side.share117 minutes “Don’t listen to the haters, Rob,” says Ian Kopestake. “You’re not that…

Senegal won the African Cup of Nations for the second time after a dramatic and controversial 1-0 victory over hosts Morocco thanks to Pape Gueye’s wonder goal in extra time.Gueye’s thunderbolt in the fourth minute of extra time ended the controversial final. It came after dramatic scenes in stoppage time when Senegal’s controversial decision to award Atlas Lions a last-gasp penalty led to Senegalese coach Pape Tiao also being furious at the disallowance of his team’s goal and sending Senegalese players off the field. Twitter This content is provided by Twittercookies and other technologies may be used. To view this…