Jose Peseiro, the head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, has faced considerable pressure following two consecutive draws in the Group C World Cup qualifiers. However, a member of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Executive Committee, Nse Essien, has disclosed that financial limitations prevent the federation from dismissing Peseiro due to the compensatory fees involved. Nigeria’s ...
Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, has emphasized the need for practical rather than experimental governance in the state, particularly in light of the upcoming 2024 Edo Governorship Election. Speaking to newsmen in Abuja, Shaibu outlined his vision for the state’s future and the importance of experienced leadership. Shaibu underscored the necessity for governance that ...
In their second match of the World Cup qualifiers, Nigeria’s Super Eagles were held to a 1-1 draw by the Warriors of Zimbabwe at Huye Stadium in Rwanda on Sunday. Following their earlier draw against Lesotho at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, the Super Eagles were under pressure to deliver a better outcome in this crucial ...
Sen. John Owan-Enoh, Nigeria’s Minister of Sports Development, has voiced his concerns over the Super Eagles’ recent performance against Lesotho, emphasizing the crucial nature of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. This statement comes in the wake of Nigeria’s underwhelming 1-1 draw with Lesotho in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying ...
Taiwo Awoniyi, the notable striker for Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest, has been officially ruled out of the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Zimbabwe. This setback comes as the Super Eagles prepare for their crucial Group C game at Stade Huye in Butare, scheduled for Sunday. The Super Eagles team, currently leading ...
Nigeria’s telecom sector is facing a significant challenge as operators, including major players like MTN and Airtel, demand the settlement of a substantial Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) debt by Nigerian banks. The debt, initially estimated at N120 billion, has alarmingly escalated to N200 billion. This situation, as reported by industry experts, is severely impeding ...
In a somewhat disappointing start to their campaign for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Nigeria’s Super Eagles managed only a 1-1 draw against Lesotho’s Crocodiles. The Group C Match Day 1 fixture, played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, ended in a draw despite expectations of a Nigerian victory. Unexpected Challenge from Lesotho ...
As the World Cup draws closer, the anticipation within the Nigerian Super Eagles camp is palpable. Chidozie Awaziem, a key player in the team, shared his thoughts and aspirations in an exclusive interview, focusing on the team’s intense preparations for the World Cup qualifiers. Training and Team Spirit During the first training session, Awaziem reflected ...
A consortium of election observation groups has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its exemplary management of the recent governorship election in Bayelsa State, held on Saturday, November 11. The group, consisting of various civil society organizations, praised INEC for its professional approach, marking a significant step towards aligning Nigeria’s electoral process with ...
The stage is set for an exhilarating showcase of talent at the 2023 CAF Women’s Awards, where Nigeria’s Super Falcons have emerged as a formidable force. With the announcement of the shortlist, the spotlight is firmly on Nigeria’s Asisat Oshoala and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, leading a remarkable lineup that showcases the country’s dominance in women’s ...
