Francis Ngannou scores a first-round KO (4:30) over Philipe Lins tonight at MVP MMA 1 💥🇨🇲
The power is still unreal. Francis Ngannou is simply built different.
🎥 : X/TheMMAfoo
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Sadio Mané built a hospital, school, post office, and petrol station in his village in Senegal 🇸🇳
While many footballers spend millions on luxury cars and mansions, Mané chose to invest in his people and community.
In his hometown of Bambali, Senegal, he has helped fund a hospital, school, 4G internet access, a post office, petrol station, and monthly financial support for local families.
He once said: “Why would I want 10 Ferraris, 20 diamond watches, and 2 planes? What will these objects do for me and for the world?”
A reminder that real success is also about lifting others up 👏🌍
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This Nigerian brand is turning glasses into wearable art.
I hope this lands on every stylist’s moodboard 😮💨
The details, the craftsmanship, and the creativity make every pair stand out. ✨
📸: @onemarjon
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Burkina Faso’s President, Ibrahim Traoré, has introduced traditional African attire for judges and lawyers, replacing European-style judicial robes as part of efforts to embrace the country’s cultural identity. 🇧🇫
The new outfits are made from locally produced Faso Dan Fani fabric, a move aimed at reducing colonial influence, promoting national pride, and supporting Burkina Faso’s local textile industry.
The reform also applies to other legal professionals, including lawyers and notaries, marking a major step toward decolonizing the country’s judicial system.
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Australian sprint sensation Gout Gout, who is of South Sudanese descent, has reportedly signed an Adidas deal worth more than $4 million over eight years 💰🇦🇺🇸🇸
The 18-year-old recently ran a stunning 19.67 in the 200m to set a new world U20 record and become the fastest teenager in history ⚡️
📸: @caseysims_
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The beautiful dark skin of the Dinka and Nuer people of South Sudan is more than stunning, it’s one of nature’s most powerful forms of protection. 🇸🇸
Their melanin-rich skin naturally absorbs and blocks most harmful UV rays under the intense African sun, helping protect the body for generations in one of the hottest regions on Earth. A true reflection of human beauty, strength, and adaptation. 🌍✨
📸: daughtersofeden | aphrochic | southsudan_live | Oliver
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A student of Trinity Senior Academy in Uganda is going viral after recreating Damson Idris’ standout 2025 Met Gala look.
The British-Nigerian actor turned heads at the event with a dramatic outfit reveal, arriving in a Formula 1-inspired racing suit and helmet before unveiling a sleek burgundy ensemble underneath.
Inspired by the moment, the Ugandan student recreated the look for his school prom, earning praise online for the creative tribute.
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Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has revealed that he once considered buying Arsenal, but ultimately chose to focus on building his refinery instead.
Dangote said he had to decide between investing in the Premier League club or committing fully to the Dangote Refinery project — and in the end, he chose the refinery. ⚽
🎥 - @norgesbankinvestmentmanagement
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Nigeria’s sprint queen, Tobi Amusan, has won Team Nigeria’s first GOLD medal at the ongoing African Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana, after storming to victory in the women’s 100m hurdles final. 🥇🔥
The world record holder continued her dominance on the continent, securing another African title in her signature event, while fellow Nigerian hurdler Adaobi Tabugbo also claimed bronze to complete a strong outing for Team Nigeria.
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Meet 30-year-old Mahmud Sadis Buba, also known as “Al-ajabin Zazzau,” who has obtained his Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms to contest for the House of Representatives seat representing Sabon Gari Federal Constituency in Kaduna State under the APC.
Speaking to the BBC, Buba said he is qualified for the position since he is above the constitutional age requirement of 25. He also said his small stature, which he inherited from his paternal grandfather, would not affect his ability to serve in the National Assembly.
According to him, people from his constituency encouraged him to run because of the work he has been doing for the community.
🎥: @bbcnewspidgin
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