45 h. ago PICTORIAL: Customs Foils Attempt To Smuggle Lion Cub, Monkeys To Benin Republic

The Seme Border Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a lion cub and two Patas monkeys at Gbaji, along the Badagry–Seme expressway in Lagos State. In a statement issued on Monday, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Isah Sulaiman, said the animals were discovered during a routine stop-and-search operation involving a blue Mazda […]

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3 d. ago Republic of Benin lawmakers approve extension of presidential term to seven years

The Republic of Benin’s National Assembly on Saturday approved a major constitutional amendment extending the presidential term from five to read more Republic of Benin lawmakers approve extension of presidential term to seven years

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6 d. ago Handball: Ojih Engages With CAHB President As Nigeria Secures AFCON 2026 Spot

The president of the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN), conducted a working visit to Dr. Mansourou Aremou, the President of the Confederation of African Handball (CAHB), in Cotonou, Benin Republic on Tuesday. The discussions focused on the advancement and development of handball in Nigeria. During the meeting, Mr. Ojih extended his heartfelt gratitude to the […]

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8 d. ago Nigeria, Benin Republic partner for legislative, democratic advancement

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8 d. ago Nigeria, Benin Republic Institutes Strengthen Ties For Legislative, Democratic Advancement

Nigeria’s National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) and Parliamentary Institute, Republic of Benin (IPaB), have reiterated their commitment to exchanging experience and inter-parliamentary engagements towards democratic and legislative advancement in the sub-region. The two institutes made their positions known at the opening ceremony of a 5-day capacity-building workshop they jointly organised for IPaB […]

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8 d. ago Falconets Thrash Benin Republic To Secure 2nd Victory At WAFU B Cup

Nigeria’s Falconets defeated Benin Republic 3-0 in their second match at the WAFU B U20 Girls’ Cup yesterday. Moses Aduku’s side opened the scoring through Kareem Ramotalahi in the 15th minute. Kareem doubled Nigeria’s lead in the 58th minute, skillfully dribbling past a defender before slotting the ball into the net. Precious Oscar added Nigeria’s […]

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1 week ago Gernot Rohr Backs Super Eagles To Defeat Gabon In World Cup Play

Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr believes that Nigeria possesses the superior talent necessary to defeat Gabon in the 2026 World Cup African playoff semi-final. The crucial single-leg match is scheduled for November 13 in Rabat, Morocco. The Franco-German manager, who currently manages the Benin Republic and has coached both Nigeria and Gabon in the […] The post Gernot Rohr Backs Super Eagles To Defeat Gabon In World Cup Play-Off appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Amotekun Arrests 22 Illegal Immigrants, Other Suspects In Ondo

Operatives of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, Amotekun Corps, have arrested no fewer than 22 illegal immigrants in the state. The Corps Commandant, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, disclosed that the illegal immigrants came from the Benin Republic and Togo without any lawful reason to enter the country. While parading over 34 suspected criminals at the […]

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2 w. ago VIDEO: Super Falcons Can Win 11th WAFCON Title In Morocco Next Year — Okoronkwo

Nigeria, defending champions of the competition, qualified for the tournament following a 3-1 aggregate win over neighbours Benin Republic.  The post VIDEO: Super Falcons Can Win 11th WAFCON Title In Morocco Next Year — Okoronkwo appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Rabat To Host Nigeria Vs Gabon, Other African World Cup Play

A Victor Osimhen hat-trick against Benin Republic in a group match this month helped Nigeria squeeze into the play-offs on goal difference at the expense of Burkina Faso. The post Rabat To Host Nigeria Vs Gabon, Other African World Cup Play-Off Games appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago After 2026 WAFCON Qualification, NFF Extends Contract Of Super Falcons Coach Madugu To 2027

Super Falcons head coach, Justin Madugu, has revealed that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has given him a new two-year contract, extending his stay until 2027. Shortly after leading the 10-time African champions to qualify for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in a 1-1 draw with the Benin Republic in Abeokuta on Tuesday, […] The post After 2026 WAFCON Qualification, NFF Extends Contract Of Super Falcons Coach Madugu To 2027 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago PICTORIAL: Governor Abiodun Gifts Super Falcons N50m Ahead 2026 WAFCON Qualifier In Ogun

Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has hosted the Super Falcons players and officials at the Government House in Oke Mosan, Abeokuta, on Tuesday ahead of their second-leg 2026 WAFCON qualifier match against the Amazons of Benin Republic in the State. Governor Abiodun, who took to his verified Facebook page to disclose the development, also […]

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3 w. ago Super Falcons Seal 2026 WAFCON Qualification With 3–1 Aggregate Win Over Benin

The Super Falcons drew 1-1 with the Amazons of the Benin Republic in the second leg of the qualifier played on Tuesday in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The post Super Falcons Seal 2026 WAFCON Qualification With 3–1 Aggregate Win Over Benin appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Dapo Abiodun Gifts Super Falcons ₦50m Ahead Of WAFCON Qualifier Vs Benin

Nigeria are the defending champions and defeated Benin Republic 0-2 in the first leg of the encounter. The post Dapo Abiodun Gifts Super Falcons ₦50m Ahead Of WAFCON Qualifier Vs Benin appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago 2026 WAFCON: Super Falcons seek vital win over Benin Republic

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will battle Amazons of Benin Republic on Friday in the first leg of their 2026 Women’s Africa read more 2026 WAFCON: Super Falcons seek vital win over Benin Republic

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3 w. ago UCL: Osimhen Bags Brace In Galatasaray’s Win Over Bodø/Glimt

Osimhen's impressive form came on the heels of his hat-trick with the Super Eagles in Nigeria's 4-0 win over Benin Republic in a 2026 World Cup qualifier.  The post UCL: Osimhen Bags Brace In Galatasaray’s Win Over Bodø/Glimt appeared first on Channels Television.

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