Nigerian entertainers Carter Efe and Speed Darlington are set to face each other in a celebrity boxing bout, Premium Times reports. According to the outlet, Speed Darlington will be seeking to revive his fortunes when he steps into the ring against Efe. The report, published by Premium Times Nigeria, did not disclose further details about the date, venue, or terms of the fight, which adds to a growing trend of celebrity boxing events involving Nigerian public figures.

The inaugural South East amateur boxing championship commenced in Umuahia, Abia State, where Chidiebere Chukwuemeka from Abia defeated Chigbo Aguiyi of Ebonyi State. In another match, Israel Ogbodo from Enugu State triumphed over Ayu Jonah from Imo State. The event is being hosted at the Umuahia township stadium.

Ugandan dancehall singer Vyper Ranking has publicly challenged returning artist Kid Fox to a freestyle battle. According to Mbu, Vyper Ranking said he welcomes Kid Fox's competitiveness and wants him to prove his current lyrical skills through the contest. The challenge comes amid discussion of Kid Fox's standing in the music scene and what the report describes as declining respect from his peers since his return to the industry.

Defending champions Obunga FC and Plateau Queens will lead 12 teams competing for supremacy at the Chapa Dimba Na Safaricom Nyanza Regional finals this weekend, according to Capital FM Sports. The tournament brings together regional sides seeking to secure dominance in the Nyanza edition of the youth football competition.

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, addressed members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on June 24, 2026, emphasizing the need for a vigorous political struggle ahead of the 2027 general elections. He asserted that political power is not easily granted and requires significant effort, sacrifice, and dedication to achieve.

Kaizer Chiefs youngster Faiz Abrahams scored a late free-kick in only his second appearance for the club, sealing a 3-2 Betway Premiership victory over Siwelele at Dobsonville Stadium on Sunday. Abrahams revealed that teammate Wandile Duba had urged him to take the shot, an instruction he credited for the spectacular match-winning goal, according to IOL.