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Wike Expresses Disappointment Over Super Eagles’ World Cup Absence

It is not just football fans feeling the sting. Nigeria's political class is voicing its frustration too. Federal…

Senate Passes State Police Bill in Major Security Reform Step

For years, governors have asked for it. On Wednesday, the Senate finally gave Nigeria a path toward state…

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France Suffer Major Blow Ahead of Norway Tie at World Cup

France have already shown their attacking quality at this World Cup. However, their final group match against Norway…

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3 Nigerian Soldiers Killed in Fierce Zamfara Anti-Banditry Battle

Victory came with a cost. Three Nigerian soldiers did not return from the operation that freed several abductees…

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Plumptre Alleges Inappropriate Demands Behind Squad Omission

She says her exclusion was not about form. It was about refusing something she should never have been…

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Super Eagles Climb to 24th in FIFA Rankings, Highest in 16 Years

They are not at the World Cup. However, the world's official rankings now place Nigeria higher than they…

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Nathaniel Continues Winning Streak With 400m Title at ATX Classic

Another race. Another win. Ezekiel Nathaniel is making a habit of winning that should worry the rest of…

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Iwobi to Adapt to New Manager as Everton Rebuild Continues

Coaches change. Systems change. Alex Iwobi insists his ability to perform will not. Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi…

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Cape Verde Match Nigeria’s World Cup Record on Stunning Day 11

One small island nation matched a record that took Nigeria three decades to build. On the very same…

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Falcons Hold 36th Spot in FIFA Rankings Ahead of WAFCON

While the men's team processes World Cup heartbreak, Nigeria's women continue to lead the continent with quiet consistency.…

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Ghana Match Nigeria’s World Cup Record After Beating Panama

They needed a dramatic finish. They got it. And in doing so, Ghana matched a record that has…

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Canada Thrash Qatar 6-0 in Record World Cup Group Stage Rout

Six goals. One hat trick. And a co-host nation announcing itself to the world in the most emphatic…

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