32 h. ago AFCON 2025: Algeria petitions CAF, FIFA over Nigeria quarterfinal officiating

The Algerian Football Federation has confirmed that it has submitted formal complaints to both the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) over refereeing decisions in its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash against Nigeria. The announcement was made on Monday via the official X handle of Équipe Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-algeria-petitions-caf-fifa-over-nigeria-quarterfinal-officiating/

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4 d. ago Diaz Scores Again As Morocco Beat Cameroon To Reach AFCON Semis

Morocco, Africa's top-ranked team and World Cup semi-finalists in 2022, are under enormous pressure to win the Cup of Nations in front of their own fans The post Diaz Scores Again As Morocco Beat Cameroon To Reach AFCON Semis appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago Nigeria’s entertainment and media revenues projected to reach $4.9bn in 2026 – report

Nigeria’s entertainment and media (E&M) industry is projected to generate revenues of $4.9 billion in 2026, up from $4.5 billion read more Nigeria’s entertainment and media revenues projected to reach $4.9bn in 2026 – report

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7 d. ago Sustained reforms can push Nigeria’s GDP to 4% in 2026 — Expert

An expert states that with sustained economic reforms and by addressing structural issues, Nigeria’s GDP growth could reach 4% to 4.5% by 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/sustained-reforms-can-push-nigerias-gdp-to-4-in-2026-expert/

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2 w. ago Public Petitions Truncate 34 Lawyers’ Nomination For Federal High Court Judges Position

The integrity test is part of the new guidelines approved by the National Judicial Council (NJC) under the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). The post Public Petitions Truncate 34 Lawyers’ Nomination For Federal High Court Judges Position appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Dangote’s Petition: NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed Resigns After Meeting With Tinubu, Replacement Sent To Senate For Approval

Farouk Ahmed, the chief executive officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), has resigned following a meeting with President Bola Tinubu. Tinubu, on Wednesday, summoned Ahmed to the Presidential Villa in Abuja, following allegations of economic sabotage and corruption. Gbenga Komolafe, the CEO of the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission […] The post Dangote’s Petition: NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed Resigns After Meeting With Tinubu, Replacement Sent To Senate For Approval appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago DR Congo share players’ eligibility status, warn Nigeria against ‘backdoor W’Cup qualification’

DR Congo’s football body warns Nigeria against a ‘backdoor’ World Cup qualification amid a FIFA protest over player eligibility and dual citizenship laws. Read More: https://punchng.com/dr-congo-share-players-eligibility-status-warn-nigeria-against-backdoor-wcup-qualification/

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3 w. ago “Don’t Try To Reach 2026 W/Cup From Backdoor” – DR Congo Slams Nigeria Over Petition To FIFA

Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reacted to reports that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) petitioned FIFA over the alleged use of ineligible players by the Leopards during the 2026 World Cup playoffs in Morocco. Responding to the development, the Congolese team, through a post on its official Instagram page on Tuesday night, warned Nigeria […] The post “Don’t Try To Reach 2026 W/Cup From Backdoor” – DR Congo Slams Nigeria Over Petition To FIFA appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Petrol battlefield: ICPC plans NMDPRA boss probe after Dangote petition

The ICPC investigates NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed following a corruption petition by Aliko Dangote, sparking a major controversy in Nigeria’s petroleum sector. Read More: https://punchng.com/petrol-battlefield-icpc-plans-nmdpra-boss-probe-after-dangote-petition/

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4 w. ago ICPC Confirms Receiving Dangote’s Petition Against NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has confirmed receiving the petition by the Chairman of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, against the Managing Director of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Ahmed Farouk, over alleged corruption and financial impropriety. The ICPC, in a statement by spokesperson, John Okor Odey, said it […] The post ICPC Confirms Receiving Dangote’s Petition Against NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago 2026 World Cup: Nigeria’s hopes reignited as NFF petitions FIFA over DR Congo eligibility

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has petitioned FIFA over DR Congo for allegedly fielding ineligible players during the CAF playoff read more 2026 World Cup: Nigeria’s hopes reignited as NFF petitions FIFA over DR Congo eligibility

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