Nigerian-born Dauda Wins 2024 Mr Olympia, Takes Home $600,000

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October 14, 2024

Nigerian-born Samson Dauda has clinched the prestigious 2024 Mr. Olympia bodybuilding title, securing the largest prize ever awarded in the sport’s history.

The event took place at the Resorts World Theatre in Las Vegas in the United States, serving as the grand finale of the 2024 Olympia weekend.

Fifteen elite athletes advanced from the pre-judging stage and battled it out on the main stage for the ultimate crown.

Dauda, a Nigerian-born bodybuilder currently based in the United Kingdom, emerged victorious, with Hadi Choopan taking the runner-up spot, while 2023 champion Derek Lunsford slipped to third place.

In addition to winning the title, Dauda was also crowned the People’s Champion, earning a record-breaking prize of $600,000—the largest sum ever awarded in a bodybuilding competition.

Actor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, a legendary figure in bodybuilding, previously dominated the Mr. Olympia stage, winning six consecutive titles from 1970 to 1975 before transitioning to Hollywood.

Schwarzenegger made a successful comeback in 1980, securing his seventh and final title, further cementing his legacy in the sport.

AFCON 2025: Four Teams Qualify For Round Of 16

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December 29, 2025

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South Africa became the fourth team to confirm their place in the last 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Bafana Bafana edged a five-goal thriller against rivals Zimbabwe, winning 3-2 on Monday evening.

Tshepang Moremi opened the scoring for Hugo Broos’ side, before Tawanda
Maswanhise equalised in the 19th minute.

Lyle Foster restored South Africa’s lead five minutes after the break, but Aubrey Modiba drew the match level in the 73rd minute.

The winning goal came with eight minutes remaining, as Oswin Appollis converted from the penalty spot.

The result took South Africa to six points, one behind group winners Egypt. Both sides have qualified for the next round, alongside Nigeria and Algeria.

AFCON: Uganda Coach Lists Three Things His Team Must Do Against Nigeria

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December 29, 2025

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Uganda head coach Paul Put has outlined three key areas his side must focus on to secure victory against Nigeria when both teams clash in Tuesday’s Africa Cup of Nations tie.

Put’s side must claim all three points against the Super Eagles or risk an early exit from the competition. The Cranes have just one point in Group C after their opening two matches.
A win against Nigeria could see Uganda qualify as one of the best third-placed teams.

However, speaking at his pre-match press conference on Monday, Put said that for Uganda to overcome Eric Chelle’s side, they must “concentrate be very prepared and win their duels” against Nigeria.

“We have to go for it [win against Nigeria] and we will do it,” Put said.

“Nigerians play at a high level in Europe, so we have to be very concentrated, very prepared and win our duels, which is one of the strong points of Nigeria.”