27 h. ago Super Eagles’ Player, Ola Aina Named In FA Cup Team Of The Round

Super Eagles’s and Nottingham Forest defender, Ola Aina, has been included in the FA Cup Team of the Round following a dramatic quarter-final victory over Brighton and Hove Albion. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that Aina was in action for the entire duration of the game, which was played on the 29th of March, 2025. Forrest, with […] The post Super Eagles’ Player, Ola Aina Named In FA Cup Team Of The Round appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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69 h. ago 2027: New Political Party Unveils Logo, Eyes INEC Registration

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, a new political party, Team New Nigeria (TNN) has unveiled its logo and slogan saying it has completed plans to register the political party. In a statement by the party’s spokesman, Dr Mohammed Adah Shaibu, the party announced that it has unanimously agreed on its logo, slogan, motto and […]

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4 d. ago Forest, Fulham’s Nigerian duos resume FA Cup chase in q’finals

Nigeria’s national team exploits cast a shadow over the FA Cup quarter-finals as Ola Aina, Taiwo Awoniyi, Alex Iwobi, and Calvin Bassey prepare for crucial matches on Saturday (today) after a mixed international break marred by a disappointing World Cup qualifying draw against Zimbabwe. London rivals Fulham and Crystal Palace will battle for a coveted Read More

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5 d. ago Cricket: Junior Yellow Greens begin W’Cup qualifiers in Lagos

Nigeria’s male U-19 cricket team, the Junior Yellow Greens, will face Namibia in their first match of the 2026 ICC U-19 World Cup qualifiers on Friday (today), as they hope to clinch the country’s second ticket in the event on home soil, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Nigeria is hosting the final phase of the ICC Read More

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9 d. ago TNN writes INEC, seeks registration as party, unveils national conference plan

Tribune Online TNN writes INEC, seeks registration as party, unveils national conference plan A group called Team New Nigeria (TNN) has officially declared its intention to register as a political party, offering itself as an alternative to the existing political order. The announcement was made by the president of TNN, Modibbo Yakubun Farakwai, in Abuja, where he outlined the movement’s vision for a transformed and progressive Nigeria. Speaking […] TNN writes INEC, seeks registration as party, unveils national conference plan Tribune Online

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9 d. ago U20 AFCON: Flying Eagles set for tough group stage matches in Korhogo

Nigeria’s U20 national team, the Flying Eagles, will compete in all their group-stage matches at the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup read more U20 AFCON: Flying Eagles set for tough group stage matches in Korhogo

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9 d. ago Disquiet in River Basins over delay in issuance of letters to Tinubu’s appointees

Phillip Nwosu The four-month delay in the release of appointment letters to the management teams of Nigeria’s 12 Nigerian River Basin Development Authorities (RBDAs) has become a source of unease and friction in the agencies, interviews with staff at some of the RBDAs have revealed. Staff at some of the authorities, who spoke on condition […] The post Disquiet in River Basins over delay in issuance of letters to Tinubu’s appointees appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago BREAKING: Chelle names Super Eagles starting XI against Rwanda

By Seyi Babalola Eric Chelle, the Super Eagles’ head coach, has announced the team’s first starting XI. Nigeria will face Rwanda in a 2026 World Cup qualifier in Kigali on Friday evening. Chelle has chosen the quartet of Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Simon Moses, and Samuel Chukwueze. In midfield, Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi start, […] The post BREAKING: Chelle names Super Eagles starting XI against Rwanda appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles focused on winning – Ademola Lookman

Ademola Lookman has expressed confidence in the Super Eagles’ ability to secure victory against Rwanda, revealing the winning formula within the team ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers encounter against the Wasps today at the Amahoro Stadium. Rwanda can rightly be regarded as Nigeria’s bogey team, with the Super Eagles managing just […] The post 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles focused on winning – Ademola Lookman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s oil output hit as explosion rocks biggest pipeline

Joint investigation team dispatched- Renaissance Nigeria’s oil production has suffered a significant blow following an explosion on one of the read more Nigeria’s oil output hit as explosion rocks biggest pipeline

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2 w. ago W’Cup qualifiers: Ekong, Ndidi, seven others expected as Eagles begin training

The Super Eagles will begin preparations earnestly for their 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda on Tuesday (today) with their first training session fixed in anticipation of more players in the team’s camp, The PUNCH reports. Nigeria’s camp opened in Kigali on Sunday with coach Eric Chelle and his assistants; Daniel Ogunmodede as well Read More

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2 w. ago Amusan, Brume, Ofili absent from World Athletic indoor final list

World Athletics has released the final entry list for the upcoming World Athletics Indoor Championships, but top Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan, Favour Ofili, and Ese Brume are notably absent from Team Nigeria, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The prestigious event is set to take place in Nanjing, China, from March 21 to 23. In the absence Read More

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2 w. ago Nigeria teams up with Cyberpedia to fight misinformation with AI

By Chinenye Anuforo In a strategic counterstrike against the global infodemic, Nigeria’s Presidential Office of Digital Engagement and Strategy (PODES) has forged a pioneering alliance with AI powerhouse Cyberpedia Internet Governance, an African Artificial Intelligence, Data, and Cybersecurity corporation, to deploy cutting-edge artificial intelligence tools and grassroots networks in redefining civic participation. The collaboration, spearheaded […] The post Nigeria teams up with Cyberpedia to fight misinformation with AI appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago PICTORIAL: Remi Tinubu Named Grand Patron Of African Women’s Volleyball Championship

First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu, has said the nation has a space for women in all spheres and they could occupy that space with their continued hard work and dedication. Mrs Tinubu was speaking during the visit by the management team of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the National Sports Commission (NSC) […]

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3 w. ago D’Tigers need early AfroBasket preparation – Gombe Bulls coach

Gombe Bulls basketball club’s coach, Samson John, has called for early commencement of preparations for Nigeria’s national team, D’Tigers, ahead of the 2025 FIBA AfroBasket Championship in Angola. Speaking after Nigeria secured qualification for the continental tournament, John stressed that the journey has just begun for the team that got the better of Uganda and Read More

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3 w. ago Ahead of World Cup qualifiers: Chelle may drop Boniface, Chukwueze

The duo of Bayer Leverkusen forward Victor Boniface and AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze are facing the prospect of getting dropped from the squad of the senior national team of Nigeria when the list is trimmed to 23, OwnGoalNigeria.com can exclusively reveal. Both players were named in the 39 man provisional list of players called […] The post Ahead of World Cup qualifiers: Chelle may drop Boniface, Chukwueze appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago FIFA Rankings: Super Falcons retain top spot in Africa, ranked 36th globally

Nigeria’s Super Falcons remain the top-ranked women’s football team in Africa and 36th globally, according to the latest FIFA Women’s read more FIFA Rankings: Super Falcons retain top spot in Africa, ranked 36th globally

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3 w. ago World Cup Qualifiers: We’ll Defeat Super Eagles In Uyo, Zimbabwe Coach Declares

Zimbabwe’s head coach, Michael Nees, is confident that his team can overcome the Super Eagles of Nigeria when the two sides meet for a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match later this month. Nigeria will host the Warriors in a Matchday Six encounter at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday, 25th March. […]

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3 w. ago Edo Sports Commission Chairman, Bendel Insurance FC coaches meet to strategise on team performance

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission (ESSC), Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, held a roundtable meeting with the coaching staff and management of Bendel Insurance FC to strategize on enhancing the team’s performance in the ongoing season. The meeting provided an open platform for dialogue, allowing coaches and management […] The post Edo Sports Commission Chairman, Bendel Insurance FC coaches meet to strategise on team performance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Musa returns as Nigeria names squad for World Cup qualifiers

Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, has earned a recall to the national team for Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, marking his return after years of absence. The list was released on Tuesday by the Nigeria Football Federation. Musa, who last featured for the Super Eagles before their silver-winning campaign Read More

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