5 h. ago Dissolve NFF If Nigeria Don’t Make 2026 World Cup — Mikel Obi

Nigeria requires a miracle to reach the next World Cup after drawing South Africa in a Group C qualification race for the competition. The post Dissolve NFF If Nigeria Don’t Make 2026 World Cup — Mikel Obi appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago Football Expert Demands NFF Reform Amid World Cup Qualifying Crisis

In the wake of a disappointing 1-1 draw against South Africa in a critical World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday, with Nigeria’s hopes of participating in the 2026 World Cup are now hanging in the balance, FIFA-licensed match agent and sports facilities expert, Ebi Ezekiel Egbe, has urged the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation […]

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27 h. ago 2026 WC Qualifier: NFF Denies Rebuking Ekong, Dessers Over 1

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has distanced itself from a controversial press release that singled out Captain Troost Ekong and Cyriel Dessers for blame following the Super Eagles’ disappointing 1-1 draw against South Africa in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday. Nigeria needed a victory to maintain their hopes of securing […]

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34 h. ago 2026 WC Qualifier: NFF Criticises Dessers, Faults Ekong After Super Eagles’ Draw With South Africa

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has openly criticised striker Cyriel Dessers and faulted team captain William Troost-Ekong following the Super Eagles’ 1-1 draw against South Africa in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday in Bloemfontein. Nigeria, needing a win to revive fading hopes of qualifying for next year’s tournament in North America, suffered […]

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38 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Bafana Bafana coach, Broos reacts to Bassey’s goal

South Africa’s head coach, Hugo Broos, has commented on Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey’s goal against his team. Broos witnessed Bafana Bafana’s 1-1 tie with Nigeria in Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier in Bloemfontein. William Troost-Ekong’s own goal gave the hosts the lead after 22 minutes. However, Bassey equalised for Nigeria just before halftime, bundling the […] The post 2026 WCQ: Bafana Bafana coach, Broos reacts to Bassey’s goal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago 5% fuel surcharge not new tax, won’t take effect in 2026 –FG

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government has clarified that the controversial 5 per cent fuel surcharge contained in the newly signed Nigerian Tax Administration Act 2025 is not a new levy and will not take effect automatically in 2026. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, who addressed journalists in […] The post 5% fuel surcharge not new tax, won’t take effect in 2026 –FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago CBN targets $1bn diaspora reserve by 2026, hails banks’ role

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced plans to grow the country’s diaspora reserve to one billion dollars by 2026, building on current inflows of about 600 million dollars. Dr. Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of the CBN, disclosed this on Tuesday at the 18th Annual Banking and Finance Conference organised by the Chartered Institute of […] The post CBN targets $1bn diaspora reserve by 2026, hails banks’ role appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Nigeria to provide world’s largest workforce by 2050 – Tinubu

CBN targets $1 bn diaspora monthly remittance by 2026 From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has declared that Nigeria is on track to become the nation with the world’s largest workforce by 2050, stressing that his administration is working assiduously to unlock the potential of the country’s young population to drive growth, innovation, and […] The post Nigeria to provide world’s largest workforce by 2050 – Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago South Africa Maintain Lead, Share Points With Nigeria In Thrilling World Cup Qualifier

In a fiercely contested 2026 World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday evening, South Africa and Nigeria played to a dramatic 1-1 draw at the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein. The result left South Africa on 17 points at the top of the group and Nigeria on 11 points in second spot. The match began with a […]

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52 h. ago 2026 WC Qualifier: South Africa Take Early Lead Against Nigeria 1:0

  South Africa currently leads Nigeria 1-0 after 25 minutes of play on Tuesday evening, thanks to an unfortunate own goal by Nigerian defender William Troost-Ekong. The match saw both teams battling for control, with South Africa applying early pressure. The game’s intensity in Bloemfontein ramped up quickly, with several fouls committed on both sides. […]

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55 h. ago 2026 WCQ: FIFA Clarifies Qualification Debacle Ahead South Africa, Nigeria Clash

World football governing body, FIFA, has issued an official communication hours before the highly anticipated World Cup qualifier between South Africa and Nigeria on Tuesday, clarifying the permutations in Africa’s Group C. Bafana Bafana sit top of the group with 16 points, six clear of the Super Eagles who have struggled with just two wins […]

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56 h. ago 2026 WCQ: All you need to know about Bafana Bafana vs Super Eagles match

The Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein will take centre stage on Tuesday when South Africa’s Bafana Bafana face Nigeria’s Super Eagles in a key 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. As Group C approaches its finale, both teams are under pressure to produce a result. South Africa wants to cement its position at the top of […] The post 2026 WCQ: All you need to know about Bafana Bafana vs Super Eagles match appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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57 h. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles face a make or break clash against South Africa

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will battle South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at read more 2026 World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles face a make or break clash against South Africa

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62 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Rely on Lookman, Arokodare – Siasia to Super Eagles coach

By Seyi Babalola Former Nigeria coach Samson Siasia has advised Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle to make the most of Ademola Lookman’s set-piece ability and Tolu Arokodare’s physical presence when they face South Africa in a key 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday (today). Nigeria travels to Bloemfontein after a narrow 1-0 victory over […] The post 2026 WCQ: Rely on Lookman, Arokodare – Siasia to Super Eagles coach appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago 2026 WCQ: South Africa Stars Acknowledge Challenge Of Facing Nigeria

Mohau Nkota, the attacking midfielder for Bafana Bafana, has admitted that playing against Nigeria’s Super Eagles is always a formidable task. Following a convincing 3-0 victory over Lesotho at Free State Stadium, Bafana currently tops Group C with 16 points from seven matches, buoyed by four consecutive wins over Benin and Zimbabwe. Benin sits in […]

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3 d. ago Super Eagles Arrive In South Africa For Crucial World Cup Match Without Osimhen

The Super Eagles of Nigeria departed for South Africa yesterday morning ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifier (Matchday 8) clash against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana. The journey to South Africa was not without uncertainty, as South African aviation authorities initially withheld a landing permit for the Nigerian chartered flight. Fortunately, the […]

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4 d. ago World Cup Qualifier: Nigeria under pressure ahead of South Africa clash – Bafana striker

Bafana Bafana striker Lyle Foster believes the pressure is on Nigeria as South Africa gear up for their crunch 2026 read more World Cup Qualifier: Nigeria under pressure ahead of South Africa clash – Bafana striker

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4 d. ago Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against South Africa

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa read more Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against South Africa

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4 d. ago Ndume to Tinubu: Capture N/East’s needs in 2025, 2026 budgets

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja   The senator representing Borno South, Ali Ndume, has called on the Federal Government to ensure that the 2025 Supplementary budget and 2026 Appropriation Bill capture the needs of the people of the Northeast.  Ths is just as he urged President Bola Tinubu to initiate Special Presidential Priority Projects in the […] The post Ndume to Tinubu: Capture N/East’s needs in 2025, 2026 budgets appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifies: Arokodare gifts Eagles slim victory to close gap against group leaders

…As Morocco emerges first African team to qualify The Super Eagles of Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifying challenges got a read more 2026 World Cup Qualifies: Arokodare gifts Eagles slim victory to close gap against group leaders

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