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Some Black users expressed discomfort with Black people rooting for Argentina in the World Cup due to Lionel Messi's influence despite Argentina's history of racism. Defenders highlighted hypocrisy in supporting nations like Portugal, France, and England with their own problematic pasts. The discussion escalated into Messi vs. Ronaldo debates and dismissals of racism claims as excuses for hating Messi.

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Shehu Dikko met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to discuss the AFCON verdict escalated to FIFA and sports contribution to Nigeria's GDP, and presented a special Super Eagles jersey in appreciation of the president's support for sports development. President Tinubu approved the constitution of the board for Nigeria's anti-doping agency.

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In the UEFA Champions League knockout playoff first leg Tuesday, Galatasaray trailed at halftime but erupted for five goals, including two assisted by on-loan striker Victor Osimhen. The Nigerian forward forced three turnovers that led directly to goals and pressured Juve's defense into a red card, leaving them with 10 men. Fans praised his work rate as a 'pressing iron,' highlighting his six goals and two assists this campaign despite his post-match frustration at not scoring himself. The win gives Gala a strong edge before the Feb. 25 return leg in Turin.

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Victor Osimhen didn't score, but his non-stop pressing tore Juventus apart, sparking a 5-2 comeback win for Galatasaray in Istanbul.

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The post pits Barcelona's Yamal against 1993 teen Ronaldo, highlighting Ronaldo's explosive Cruzeiro run before his Ballon d'Or career and World Cup triumphs. Yamal shone with a Euro 2024 Young Player award, 40 Barca goals by 18, and Ballon d'Or runner-up in 2025, but fans note Ronaldo's pure striker role in Brazil leagues versus Yamal's winger duties in La Liga and Champions League. Debates weigh contexts like competition levels and positions, with Ronaldo backers praising his injury-defying legacy while Yamal supporters see a new prodigy rising.

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A graphic comparing Lamine Yamal's teen numbers to Ronaldo Nazário's sparked endless football arguments. Ronaldo's 44 goals in 47 games for Cruzeiro stand verified, but Yamal's claimed 31 goals and 43 assists in 27 games don't match records.

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Born in 1998 in Lagos' Olusosun slum near Africa's largest landfill, Osimhen grew up in a single room with six siblings after his mother's early death, his father scraping by as a dishwasher amid unpaid rent and collapsing roofs. Football became his escape through barefoot games and scavenged boots, leading to a breakthrough at Nigeria's U-17 World Cup in 2015 where he scored 10 goals for the Golden Boot, then pro stints at Wolfsburg, Lille, Napoli's 2023 Scudetto win, and now Galatasaray since July 2025. He shares his story to inspire kids from the same hardships: start in the gutter, but greatness can make your name echo for 1,000 years.

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At age 12, Victor Osimhen huddled in a fetid gutter, sobbing over his family's cut power and endless struggles. In his raw Players' Tribune essay, he calls it proof of God's grace that anyone knows his name today.

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Chidimma Adetshina withdrew from the Miss South Africa pageant in August 2024 after questions arose about her citizenship. Investigations revealed her mother, Anabela Rungo from Mozambique, likely stole a South African woman's identity in 2001 to obtain documents, preventing the real holder from accessing basic services. Home Affairs announced plans in October 2024 to revoke their IDs and travel rights after they missed a deadline to respond; the case went to the Hawks for fraud probe, with Rungo briefly detained in 2025. The ongoing saga highlights immigration frustrations and the lasting harm of identity theft.

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A young woman's stolen identity left her life on hold, while her alleged fraudster lived it—now South Africa's government is moving to cancel those documents.

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Githurai Market, built by former President Uhuru Kenyatta, features a multi-story design criticized by traders and residents for poor accessibility, high rents, and impractical layout for perishable goods like sukumawiki on upper floors. Traders reject the modern facility despite recent demolitions of roadside kiosks, due to lack of public participation, unaffordable costs, and failure to place perishable goods on lower levels. Comparisons are made to successful markets like Ngong, with suggestions for reorganization to improve usage.

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A video circulates on social media showing a man, referred to as country-style cook, preparing and deep-frying a rattlesnake after previously cooking bear meat. Users react with disgust, humor, and defense of the practice, noting rattlesnake's edibility and caution with bear meat. Comments highlight Southern culinary traditions of eating unconventional wild meats.

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Users on X are debating whether Cristiano Ronaldo ruined Juventus or if the club has failed to recover since his departure four years ago, prompted by a recent poor performance. Discussions highlight Ronaldo's achievement of three trophies, including a league title, during his time at Juventus, contrasted with the team's prior successes. The conversation includes comparisons to Real Madrid, Barcelona, and PSG after departures of Ronaldo or Messi.

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The Southside Collectives, a Benin City music community, released a 75-second trailer for 'B-Side to Lasgidi,' blending Edo heritage with Lagos energy through vivid shots of rituals, cathedrals, and danfo buses. They describe it as a bridge and movement building on past releases like 'The B-Side Album,' spotlighting Benin youth carrying ancestral roots into modern culture. Fans praise the storytelling and art direction, urging collabs with stars like Rema and Shallipopi, while celebrating Benin's rising talent hub beyond Lagos dominance.

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Masked figures in traditional attire gather outside clay-brick homes, as the trailer pulses with Afrobeats and shifts from Benin streets to Lagos hustle.

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The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced its Class of 2026 finalists Wednesday, featuring NBA stars like Blake Griffin and Amar'e Stoudemire, WNBA greats Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne, and coaches such as Doc Rivers and Kelvin Sampson. The group also includes the undefeated 1996 U.S. Olympic women's team, referees like Joey Crawford, and contributors like Mike D'Antoni. Vetted by screening committees, these 21 names now await the Honors Committee's vote, with the final class revealed April 4 on ESPN2 during Final Four weekend and enshrinement in August in Springfield.

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Blake Griffin's poster dunks and Candace Parker's three championships headline a stacked list of 21 finalists dreaming of Hall immortality.

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Uganda's Triplets Ghetto Kids recreated Vinicius's curling strike and signature shimmy from Real Madrid's 1-0 Champions League win over Benfica, complete with diving keepers and flag-waving on a green pitch backed by palm trees. The video arrived as Vinicius faced bottle-throwing fans and alleged a racial slur, prompting a historic 10-minute referee stoppage and UEFA probe. Vinicius reposted the heartwarming clip, while teammate Endrick urged him to keep smiling and dancing— a bright spot highlighting his inspiration in Africa despite ongoing abuse.

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Dozens of joyful Ugandan kids in Real Madrid kits nailed Vinicius Junior's goal celebration, turning a tense match moment into pure worldwide delight.

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Nigerian influencer Steven Ndukwu shared a video of women in swimwear at a Cape Verde resort, captioning it as a must-visit for men pre-marriage, just a 3-hour flight away. The post drew praise from fans hyping the islands' beaches and vibe, but critics slammed it for objectifying women and evoking sex tourism concerns amid reports of prostitution and trafficking. Supporters added spots like South Africa to the list, while detractors called out cultural disrespect and pointed to local Nigerian options instead.

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Steven Ndukwu filmed women dancing by a sunny Cape Verde pool and told guys to go there before tying the knot. His advice split opinions wide open.

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On February 14, militants from the al-Qaeda-linked JNIM group attacked Titao in northern Burkina Faso, killing seven male tomato traders from a group of 18 Ghanaians and injuring four others. The victims' bodies were buried locally after decomposing in the heat, with DNA samples taken for identification, while survivors received a military escort to safety. Vice President Bawumia offered condolences and called for better regional intelligence, as Ghana holds a security summit amid concerns over jihadist spillover threatening vital cross-border trade routes.

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Seven Ghanaian men traveling for cheaper tomatoes met a tragic end when jihadists stormed their town, separating men and women before opening fire.

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On February 14, militants from the al-Qaeda-linked JNIM group attacked Titao in northern Burkina Faso, killing seven male tomato traders from a group of 18 Ghanaians and injuring four others. The victims' bodies were buried locally after decomposing in the heat, with DNA samples taken for identification, while survivors received a military escort to safety. Vice President Bawumia offered condolences and called for better regional intelligence, as Ghana holds a security summit amid concerns over jihadist spillover threatening vital cross-border trade routes.

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Seven Ghanaian men traveling for cheaper tomatoes met a tragic end when jihadists stormed their town, separating men and women before opening fire.

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Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, the 50-something DR Congo superfan known as Lumumba, signed a 100 million Congolese franc deal (about $44,000 USD) to become the face of TECNO's CAMON 50 smartphone. His iconic motionless pose during the Leopards' AFCON 2025 games in Morocco made him a national hero and social media star, earning emotional fan farewells. At the signing, he grinned alongside cheering staff, holding the phone box, while most praised his principled rise—though a few questioned profiting from the independence leader's image. This follows his appointment as national sports brand ambassador, complete with a luxury SUV.

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Lumumba stood frozen with a raised fist through every tense match, channeling Patrice Lumumba's spirit—and now that dedication has led to a life-changing payday.

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United Nations General Assembly Resolution 390 A(V), adopted on December 2, 1950, imposed a federation between Eritrea and Ethiopia despite Eritrean petitions for independence, driven by U.S. Cold War interests including the Kagnew Station base and Ethiopian diplomatic pressure. The resolution granted Ethiopia control over Eritrean defense, finance, and foreign affairs, leading to the federation's erosion, Eritrea's annexation in 1962, and a 30-year independence war from 1961 to 1991 that resulted in tens of thousands of deaths.

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