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EXPLAINER: How Nigeria can still qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Nigeria, Oct. 14 -- When the draws for the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers were made in July 2023, few would have imagined that Nigeria's Super Eagles would be walking a tightrope at this stage... Read More


2026 FIFA World: Cape Verde seals historic qualification as Angola holds Cameroon

Nigeria, Oct. 14 -- Cape Verde has made history by qualifying for its first-ever FIFA World Cup after a resounding 3-0 victory over Eswatini on Monday. The Blue Sharks sealed their place at the 2026 ... Read More


Tinubu's clemency for drug offenders sparks outrage, raises questions about Nigeria's anti-narcotics war

Nigeria, Oct. 14 -- President Bola Tinubu's decision to grant state pardon and clemency to about 50 convicted drug offenders has stirred widespread controversy, with critics warning that it sends mixe... Read More


Ogani: Ankpa residents celebrate ancient festival

Nigeria, Oct. 14 -- Ungwar, an Igala community in the Ankpa Local Government Area of Kogi State, was agog on Saturday as the residents celebrated Ogani, a controversial festival once derided as "pagan... Read More


Nigeria vs Benin Republic PREVIEW: Super Eagles eye miracle finish in World Cup qualifiers

Nigeria, Oct. 14 -- Nigeria's hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup face their biggest test yet as the Super Eagles host Benin Republic at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on... Read More


Ekiti govt disburses N2bn gratuity to retirees

Nigeria, Oct. 13 -- The Ekiti State Government on Monday disbursed N2 billion to 800 retirees to defray the backlog of gratuity arrears. It said that with the disbursement, it has expended N14.6 bill... Read More


Nigeria vs Benin: Tactical changes that could rescue Super Eagles' World Cup hopes

Nigeria, Oct. 13 -- As the countdown ticks toward the decisive Group C showdown between the Nigeria national football team and the Benin national football team on Tuesday, 14 October, at Godswill Akpa... Read More


Nigeria's undeclared war, By Wole Olaoye

Nigeria, Oct. 13 -- The United States of America recently declared that there was a religious war, specifically the persecution of Christians, going on in Nigeria. The Nigerian government promptly den... Read More


EDITORIAL: Why Certificate Forger Uche Nnaji Must Be Prosecuted Now

Nigeria, Oct. 13 -- Weighed down by the heavy moral burden of the certificate forgery allegation levelled against him, politician and businessman, Uche Nnaji, last Tuesday resigned his position as Min... Read More


Wakanow acquires digital ticketing, events platform, Nairabox

Nigeria, Oct. 13 -- Wakanow Group, one of Africa's leading travel technology companies, has acquired Nairabox, a fast-growing Nigerian platform for digital ticketing, events, and lifestyle experiences... Read More