Nigeria, Dec. 14 -- Nigeria's build-up to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations officially began in the early hours of Sunday, with goalkeeper Francis Uzoho emerging as the first Super Eagles player to report to camp in Cairo, Egypt.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed that the Super Eagles' camp opened on Sunday, 14 December, at the Renaissance Hotels, Cairo, with all members of the coaching crew and backroom staff already in place.

Uzoho, who plays his club football with Omonia Nicosia of Cyprus, arrived shortly after 2 a.m. local time on Sunday morning, setting the tone for preparations ahead of the continental showpiece in Morocco.

Uzoho's early arrival is seen as a strong signal of commitment, especially after his return to t...