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In tonight's edition: Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum vows democracy will prevail after mutinous soldiers detain him. Amid Russia's withdrawal from the Black Sea grain deal, President Vladimir Putin pledges free shipments to six African countries. It comes as Moscow seeks to allay food insecurity concerns caused by its invasion of…

Shock defeat against Nigeria means Australia must win their last group game or they’re out, but at least it’s good news in the Ashes and in the pool

The 2023 World Cup kicks off this weekend with England one of the favourites after summer success at the Euros

Australia will now have to beat Canada on Monday to avoid an early exit from the tournament

Nigeria defeat co-hosts to move into top spot in Group B alongside Canada. Australia fall to third place.

This was the best celebration.

Traffic in Lagos, Nigeria, one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing cities, can be a nightmare. Citizens often spend 30 hours a week in traffic jams.

The European Union has banned the use of several pesticides, and heavily restricted others. This is because of their potential health effects or environmental contamination, or because there’s not enough data to be sure that they aren’t harmful. Over 50% of these pesticides are still registered in Nigeria, however.

The United States were held 1-1 by Netherlands in a repeat of the 2019 final.