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NFF Challenges FIFA Decision After Losing DR Congo Eligibility Petition

KEY POINTS FIFA dismissed NFF’s petition challenging DR Congo players’ eligibility. Nigeria alleged passport...
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Soludo Begins Second Term as Anambra Governor Amid High-Profile Inauguration in Awka

KEY POINTS Chukwuma Soludo and his deputy were sworn in for a second term...
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Taribo West Slams NFF Over Neglect of Late Peter Rufai

Taribo West condemned the NFF neglect of Rufai, saying Nigeria failed to honor the late Super Eagles goalkeeper and left his family without support.
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The Influence of Sports in Promoting National Unity

Explore how sports promoting national unity in Nigeria unite diverse ethnic groups and drive social and economic growth, enhancing national pride
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Olowookere Confident in Flamingos’ Performance at U-17 World Cup

Coach Bankole Olowookere is optimistic about the Flamingos' chances at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic, as Nigeria’s team aims to surpass their 2022 performance.
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NFF Holds Annual General Assembly in Delta State

The Nigeria Football Federation is set to hold its Annual General Assembly in Asaba, focusing on shaping the future of football governance in Nigeria.
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Nigerian Football Faces Crisis: Super Eagles Seek New Coach

Nigerian football faces a crisis as the Super Eagles seek a new coach after Finidi George's resignation, sparking debate over foreign versus local coaching.
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Nigerian Football League Teams Up with Anti-Drug Agency

Nigeria's top football league, the NPFL, has announced a collaboration with the National Drug...
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Super Eagles Soar into World Cup Qualifiers

Super Eagles Head Coach, Jose Santos Peseiro, has confirmed earlier reports by leaving out...
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Nigerian Sensation Akor Adams Shines in French Football 

Akor Adams, a 23-year-old Nigerian striker, has been making waves in the French Ligue...
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AFCON 2023: Nigeria’s Super Eagles Confront Goalkeeper Crisis

Ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast, Nigeria's Super...
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Napoli’s Victor Osimhen Claims 8th Spot in the 2023 Ballon d’Or Ranking

In a monumental achievement for both Nigerian football and the Italian club Napoli, Victor...

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NFF Challenges FIFA Decision After Losing DR Congo Eligibility Petition

KEY POINTS FIFA dismissed NFF’s petition challenging DR Congo players’ eligibility. Nigeria alleged passport...
News

Soludo Begins Second Term as Anambra Governor Amid High-Profile Inauguration in Awka

KEY POINTS Chukwuma Soludo and his deputy were sworn in for a second term...
News

Zamfara Governor Joins Tinubu on Landmark UK Visit to Boost Trade

KEY POINTS Governor Dauda Lawal will join President Tinubu on a two-day state visit...
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Naira Strengthens to Highest Level Since February

KEY POINTS The naira appreciated to N1,355/$, its strongest level since February 2026. Rising...

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