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  AFCON 2025 Set for Historic Winter Kickoff as Super Eagles Begin Preparations Rabat, Morocco — The 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025) is set to kick off this Sunday, December 21, in Morocco, marking the first time the tournament will be held during the Christmas and New Year holiday period. The historic “Winter Edition” has already generated widespread attention across the continent, with national teams finalizing preparations and fans eagerly anticipating kickoff. Opening Match Host nation Morocco will face Comoros in the opening fixture on Sunday, December 21, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. The match will officially launch the month-long tournament. Super Eagles Open Training Camp Nigeria’s national team, the Super Eagles , has opened its AFCON training camp in Cairo, Egypt . Team officials confirmed that 22 players have already reported to camp, including key players Ademola Lookman and goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali . The...

M23 Rebels Announce Withdrawal from Uvira Amid Rising Doubts Uvira, Democratic Republic of Congo — The Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC/M23) has announced a withdrawal from the strategic city of Uvira in South Kivu, just days after its forces seized control of the commercial hub, a development that has been met with skepticism from regional authorities and residents. The rebel coalition described the move as a unilateral withdrawal , characterizing it as a confidence-building measure intended to preserve ongoing peace negotiations. Uvira, which also serves as a temporary provincial capital, holds significant economic and strategic importance in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The announcement follows increased international pressure, particularly from the United States. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the capture of Uvira violated existing peace agreements and warned that Washington would take steps to ensure commitments made to the Congolese leadership were r...

  Global Update: Economic Volatility, Looming Climate Disaster, and Fashion's Sustainability Crisis Global Update: Economic Volatility, Looming Climate Disaster, and Fashion's Sustainability Crisis Economic, Environmental, and Fashion News from Around the World By BEFOCUS News Desk | December 16, 2025 💰 Economic Outlook: Global Stability Amidst Domestic Turbulence The global economy closes out 2025 in a period of surprising stability, though specific nations are grappling with significant internal pressures, as evidenced by major market movements and internal labour disputes. Key Trends: Trade Rallies in Asia, US/EU Markets Stabilize, and Nigeria's Inflation Battle Global Markets: Financial markets globally ended 2025 on firmer footing than expected. While growth in the US is likely to remain steady, the Eurozone may see a slight slowdown...

  Sports News Roundup: Suryavanshi Blazes, India Takes T20 Lead, and Messi Departs 🏏 Sports News Roundup: Suryavanshi Blazes, India Takes T20 Lead, and Messi Departs Global Sports Today: Cricket Domination and a Football Superstar's Farewell to India By [Your Publication Name] | December 16, 2025 A look at the top headlines from the world of sports, featuring explosive cricket performances and the conclusion of a highly anticipated football tour. 1. Cricket: India U-19s Decimate Malaysia with Record Score The Indian Under-19 cricket team continued its dominant run in the ACC U-19 Asia Cup 2025, posting a massive total against Malaysia at The Sevens Stadium in Dubai today. Explosive Start: Young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi once again stole the show, smashing a blazing 25-ball fifty —an innings studded with five boundaries and three sixes. This follows his sensat...

  Breaking News: Corruption Scrutiny Hits Rajasthan & Madhya Pradesh Legislators 🔥 Breaking News: Corruption Scrutiny Hits Rajasthan & Madhya Pradesh Legislators Widespread Probes Launched After Sting Operation Alleges MLA Bribes for Development Funds By [Your Publication Name] | December 16, 2025 The political landscape in India has been rocked by fresh allegations of corruption, leading to high-level inquiries in the states of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. The controversy centres on legislators allegedly accepting commissions to release crucial funds intended for local area development. The Rajasthan Scandal: MLAs Under Investigation Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has ordered a high-level probe into corruption allegations leveled against three sitting Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) following a recent media "sting" operation. The report, published by a maj...

  Eight-Year-Old Sophie’s Emotional Tribute to Her Mother Sparks Powerful Conversation on Fulfillment, Parenting, and Legacy Eight-Year-Old Sophie’s Emotional Tribute to Her Mother Sparks Powerful Conversation on Fulfillment, Parenting, and Legacy By Witty Global Blogs | BEFOCUS Children and Youth Foundation Category: Human Interest | Parenting | Child Development | Location: Abuja, Nigeria | Published: December 2025 A deeply emotional video featuring a young girl, eight-year-old Sophie , delivering a heartfelt speech and song to her mother has captured public attention and sparked renewed conversations about parenting, fulfillment, and the true measure of legacy. Viewers across social platforms describe the moment as touching, reflective, and profoundly instructive — not just because of Sophie’s age of eight , but beca...

EXPLOSIVE: Dangote Exposes Regulator's $5 Million Swiss School Fees Scandal – Why President Tinubu Must Act Now! By Witty Global Blog| December 15, 2025 Tags: #Dangote #Tinubu #Corruption #NMDPRA #NigeriaNews #FaroukAhmed #ViralVideo LAGOS — In a move that has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s political and business corridors, Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has dropped a bombshell accusation against a top government regulator. Speaking at a press briefing covered by Channels TV, Dangote alleged that the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Mallam Farouk Ahmed, spent a staggering $5 Million (approx. ₦7.5 Billion) on secondary school fees for his children in Switzerland. Watch the explosive clip below: The $5 Million Accusation: "Where Did the Money Come From?" In the video, a visibly frustrated Dangote did not mince words. He questioned how a civil servant could afford such an astronomical sum for secondary...

  2026 Mercedes-Benz 320 Revealed: Specs, Price & Release Date | Witty Global Blogs Mercedes-Benz 320 2026 Revealed: Next-Gen Luxury Sedan with Premium Comfort, Advanced Tech & Refined Performance By Itoro Uwah / Witty Global Blogs December 15, 2025 | Automotive News & Reviews The all-new 2026 Mercedes-Benz 320 features the "One Bow" aerodynamic design language. The wait is finally over. Mercedes-Benz has officially pulled the covers off the 2026 Mercedes-Benz 320 , a next-generation luxury sedan that promises to bridge the gap between traditional elegance and futuristic innovation. Designed to compete aggressively in the mid-size luxury segmen...

  BEFOCUS NEWS DESK — Daily Highlights (Dec 4, 2025) BEFOCUS NEWS DESK — Daily Highlights Updated: December 4, 2025 • Published from Abuja • Curated for youth impact Today’s top headlines across Nigeria, Africa and the world — security, economy, technology, climate, sport and culture — each with a short youth-impact note to help BEFOCUS readers turn headlines into opportunity. Nigeria tightens cash-withdrawal limits to curb money-laundering risk Category: Nigeria • Finance • Economy The Central Bank of Nigeria announced caps on weekly ATM withdrawals for individuals and corporates, aiming to speed up cashless adoption and tackle illicit flows ahead of 2026. Youth impact: Encourages adoption of digital banking and fintech solutions — a push for financial inclusion and entrepreneurial fintech products. Source: Reuters Nigeria ap...

  ARTIFACT DOSSIER: THE SPINNING ORACLE OF MEMES By: Itoro Sunday Uwah Catalog Number: 21C-2017-XYZ Date: Circa 2017 AD Material: Gold-plated alloy, Lapis Lazuli, Carnelian, Mechanical Bearings Location: The Museum of Pre-Collapse History, 21st Century Wing Abstract This article details the recovery, analysis, and significance of the "Spinning Oracle of Memes." Discovered in the ruins of an upper-middle-class suburban dwelling in the North American sector, this object represents the apex of the "Fidget Craze" of the late 2010s. Unlike the billions of plastic variants found in landfills, this unique, gilded artifact suggests a ritualistic or high-status function, offering unprecedented insight into the psychological state of humanity during the Digital Attention Crisis. I. Visual Description and Craftsmanship The artifact is a tri-lobed kinetic...

  Contact: BEFOCUS News Desk Email: info@befocusyouth.com Phone: +234 8056447730 Websites: www.befocusyouth.com | www.wittyglobalblogs.com BEFOCUS CHILDREN AND YOUTH FOUNDATION UNVEILS BLUEPRINT FOR A NEW GENERATION OF GLOBAL EXCELLENCE ABUJA, NIGERIA — In a bold and strategic move to reshape the psychological and social framework of the next generation, the BEFOCUS Children and Youth Foundation has rolled out an advanced suite of educational tools, media platforms, and literary works. This multi-dimensional initiative is engineered to foster deep self-discovery, strengthen mental resilience, and cultivate purpose-driven identities across Africa and beyond. Operating with the belief that sustainable societal transformation begins with human capital development, BEFOCUS has evolved beyond the traditional NGO structure, emerging as a “comprehensive ecosystem” dedicated to human advancement. " Children as the First Test ": A Philosophy of Early Intervention At the heart of the F...

  BEFOCUS NEWS DESK — Today’s Trending Highlights (Nov 29, 2025) BEFOCUS NEWS DESK — Today’s Trending Highlights Updated: November 29, 2025 • Nigeria / Africa / World Curated headlines for young leaders, entrepreneurs and creatives — technology, business, security, sport, climate and culture. Each item includes a short summary, the youth impact and the original source link. 1. CME outage freezes global futures — trading resumes after 11-hour halt Category: Global • Finance • Technology A cooling-system failure at a data centre forced CME Group — the world’s largest derivatives exchange — to halt trading across futures, commodities and FX markets for over 11 hours, creating sharp short-term volatility as markets reopened. Youth impact: Young traders, fintech founders and investors should prioritise risk management and digital resilience as market infrastructure failures become a re...

  BEFOCUS NEWS DESK — Today’s Highlights (Nov 28, 2025) BEFOCUS NEWS DESK — Today’s Highlights Date: November 28, 2025 • Location: Abuja / Africa-Lagos timezone Focus: Youth • Innovation • Security • Climate • Economy • Culture CME outage sends shock across global FX, commodities & stock futures markets Global Finance Technology A cooling failure at a major data centre forced CME Group to freeze trading across FX, commodities and futures, creating market uncertainty as month-end approaches. Youth impact: Young investors, fintech startups and trading trainees must build resilience and risk awareness as market infrastructure incidents become headline risks. Source: Reuters — CME trading halted after cooling issue Gold set for fourth monthly gain as rate-cut expectations grow Global Economy...