August 2025 Africa News Archive – Top Stories on Tubular Track
Welcome to the August 2025 roundup. We’ve pulled together the most talked‑about headlines that shaped the continent last month. From football transfer battles to public safety moves, you’ll find quick takeaways on everything that mattered.
Top Sports Stories
First up, the Premier League transfer market heated up when Arsenal pushed hard for Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapié. The club reportedly offered £52 million, edging out Tottenham, which had led talks earlier in the summer. Sources say the Ecuadorian star prefers the Emirates and Arsenal are already hashing out fee structure and potential player exits to keep the books balanced.
Across Europe, Italy’s new boss Gennaro Gattuso unveiled a bold plan for the Azzurri. He’s banking on three Inter Milan regulars – Federico Dimarco, Nicolo Barella and Alessandro Bastoni – to form the core of his side. The move ties club chemistry to national ambition, signalling a fresh direction for Italy heading into upcoming qualifiers.
Back on home soil, Kaizer Chiefs faced a sudden coaching shake‑up. Head coach Nasreddine Nabi had to fly back to Tunisia because of a family emergency, leaving his assistants Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze in charge for the season opener. The club says Nabi’s return is uncertain as he focuses on his wife’s recovery, putting the Chiefs’ early-season strategy in flux.
Public Safety Updates
Lagos took a hard stance against fake traffic officers who have been extorting motorists for months. Recent arrests in Mushin, Itire and Ikeja show the state’s commitment to cracking down on these scams. Officials urge drivers to stay alert, report suspicious individuals, and remember that legitimate officers always carry proper identification.
These stories highlight how sports, politics, and everyday safety intersect across Africa. Whether you’re tracking a transfer fee, following a national team rebuild, or staying safe on Lagos roads, August 2025 delivered plenty of action.
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Arsenal are pushing ahead with a £52m move for Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapié, elbowing ahead of Tottenham in a deal both clubs have chased all summer. The Ecuadorian international prefers the Emirates, according to multiple reports, with Arsenal now working on fee structure and exits to balance spending. Spurs, who led talks earlier, are weighing alternatives if they miss out again.
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Italy's new coach, Gennaro Gattuso, is building his squad around Inter Milan stars Federico Dimarco, Nicolo Barella, and Alessandro Bastoni. This bold move signals a fresh direction for the Azzurri, blending club chemistry with national ambition.
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Kaizer Chiefs will start the 2025/26 Betway Premiership without their head coach, Nasreddine Nabi, after a family emergency forced him to leave for Tunisia. Nabi's assistants, Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze, will step in for the opening match. The coach’s return is uncertain as his focus remains on his wife's recovery.
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Lagos State is stepping up its fight against fake traffic officers who have been targeting drivers for extortion. With recent arrests in Mushin, Itire, and Ikeja, officials are cracking down and urging residents to be alert and report suspicious activity to the authorities.
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