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What caused the coup in Niger? An expert outlines three driving factors

At an emergency meeting in Abuja, Nigeria, on 30 July, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) demanded the “immediate release and reinstatement” of Niger’s elected president, Mohamed Bazoum. He had been held by the military since 19 July.

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Kole Omotoso, the Nigerian writer, scholar and actor who inspired a continent

Bankole Ajibabi Omotoso, better known as Kole Omotoso, the Nigerian novelist, playwright, journalist, scholar and actor, died on 19 July 2023. His son Akin Omotoso, a filmmaker, announced the death of the writer on Instagram.

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Australia's Matildas waltz into the last-16 at women's World Cup with Nigeria

Co-hosts Australia – nicknamed the Matildas – advanced to the last-16 knockout stages at the women's World Cup on Monday after sweeping past Canada 4-0.

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Nigeria set for England showdown as Canada make surprise early exit from Women’s World Cup

Monday’s Women’s World Cup round-up

Evening Standard

Australia thrash Canada to save Women’s World Cup dream from the jaws of a nightmare

Australia 4-0 Canada: Facing an early elimination, the co-hosts cruised into the last-16 with their biggest ever World Cup win

The Independent UK

Draw with Ireland puts Nigeria through to Women's World Cup last 16

NEW DELHI: Nigeria secured a spot in the Women's World Cup last 16 by playing a goalless draw against Ireland in Brisbane. This result placed them in the second position in Group B, just behind co-hosts Australia.

The Times of India

Nigeria secure last-16 spot and possible England clash after draw with Ireland

Nigeria progressed to the last 16 of the Women’s World Cup after a goalless draw against Ireland and will play the winners of Group D

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Republic of Ireland 0-0 Nigeria: Women’s World Cup 2023 – as it happened

Super Falcons secured their last-16 place with draw in Brisbane as Ireland earned their first ever World Cup point and clean sheet

The Guardian - UK

Women’s World Cup group tables and standings: How can each team qualify?

Jamaica and South Africa both stunned the Women’s World Cup as they reached the knock-out stages

The Independent UK

Matildas enter last-chance saloon with door to World Cup last 16 still open

Australia’s subpar opening performances have set up a sliding doors moment for the tournament hosts against Canada

The Guardian - AU

Disabled Nigerians battle when using minibus taxis – they share their experiences

People with disabilities often face difficulties when accessing transport services. Inadequate and unsuitable options restrict their mobility, independence and ability to navigate their communities. This limits their opportunities for employment, education, healthcare and social engagement. These individuals can also be very vocal about their experiences – sharing comments online that…

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Niger coup leaders warn against military intervention as west African leaders set to meet

Heads of state will meet in Nigeria on Sunday where they will decide on further actions to pressure army leaders to restore constitutional order

The Guardian - AU

Ellie Carpenter says Matildas are best with backs to wall ahead of ‘do-or-die’ Canada clash

Australia wing-back says the team have put the Nigeria defeat behind them as they face Canada in a must-win game on Monday

The Guardian - AU

Louise Quinn keen for Republic of Ireland to end World Cup on a high

The Irish cannot make the knockout stages after defeats to Australia and Canada but still have one group game remaining against Nigeria on Monday.

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Sam Kerr ‘available’ for Australia’s must-win clash with Canada after calf injury

The Matildas’ chances of progressing from Group B hang in the balance after Thursday’s surprise 3-2 defeat to Nigeria

The Independent UK

Sam Kerr to return from calf injury for Australia’s must-win clash with Canada

The Matildas’ chances of progressing from Group B hang in the balance after Thursday’s surprise 3-2 defeat to Nigeria.

The Independent UK

Women’s World Cup fixtures and full schedule

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

The National (Scotland)

Calvin Bassey Fulham transfer complete just one year after Rangers exit

The Nigeria international has signed for the West London club for a fee of around £19million.

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NY Cocoa Prices Consolidate Below a 12-Year High

Sep ICE NY cocoa (CCU23 ) on Friday closed -4 (-0.11%), and Sep ICE London cocoa #7 (CAU23 ) closed +4 (+0.15%). Cocoa prices Thursday settled mixed. Smaller cocoa supplies from Nigeria are bullish for cocoa prices after Friday's news showed Nigeria's Jun cocoa exports fell -8.5% y/y to 12,245...

The Guardian - AU

A calamitous early exit could spell the end of Tony Gustavsson’s Matildas tenure

It would represent a monumental failure if the Matildas fail to progress past the group stage at this much-anticipated Women’s World Cup

The Independent UK

Women’s World Cup TV schedule: How to watch every match today

All games at this years Women’s World Cup will be shown live on the BBC and ITV

The Independent UK

Who do England women play next? World Cup fixtures and route to the final

England will go into the World Cup as one of the tournament favourites after winning the Euros

The Guardian - AU

How Australia can advance to the round of 16: Matildas’ Women’s World Cup 2023 scenarios

Australia’s destiny remains in their own hands but defeat to Canada would spell the end, while a draw complicates things

France 24

UN chief calls coup in Niger 'disturbing trend' in Sahel region

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…

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Matildas’ hopes in the balance, vape crackdown, UN warns of ‘global boiling’

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

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