Nigeria’s Super Eagles are in second place in Group L of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers despite their 2-1 victory over Madagascar in their opening qualifying fixture on Friday. The three-time African champions had to come from behind to secure maximum points against Madagascar and make a winning start to their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign. However, Nigeria’s victory was not enough to send them to the top of Group L. Guinea-Bissau currently lead the group after securing a 2-0 away victory over Tanzania in their opening fixture. Franculino Djú broke the deadlock for Guinea-Bissau in the 33rd…
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Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named his starting lineup for Nigeria’s upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Madagascar. Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali returns to the starting XI after being out of international action for several months. Nigeria’s defensive line features a blend of experience and physical strength, with Calvin Bassey and Semi Ajayi partnering in central defence. Ola Aina and Bruno Onyemaechi will operate as the full-backs as the Super Eagles look to maintain a solid defensive shape while providing support in attack. In midfield, Wilfred Ndidi will anchor the team and provide defensive cover, allowing Alex…
Moses Simon marked his 100th appearance for Nigeria, but debutants George Ilhenikena and Moses Usor stole the show as the Super Eagles came from behind to defeat Madagascar 2-1 in their opening match of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign in Uyo. Nigeria were looking to put the disappointment of their FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign behind them after failing to win any of their opening four matches. However, they were given an early scare when Madagascar took the lead against the run of play inside the opening quarter of an hour. A short corner was delivered into…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has warned world leaders that terrorists, organised criminal groups, cybercriminals and illicit financiers are exploiting gaps between national security systems to expand their operations across borders. Tinubu issued the warning in Nigeria’s national statement at the General Debate of the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Vice President Kashim Shettima delivered the statement on behalf of the President. Shettima is representing Tinubu and leading Nigeria’s delegation at the 81st UN General Assembly. According to Tinubu, no country, regardless of the strength of its defences, can completely protect itself from…
The Super Eagles of Nigeria began their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign with a 2-1 victory over Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Friday. Nigeria were forced to come from behind after Madagascar took the lead in the 16th minute through Ehsan Kari, who headed past Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali. The early setback left Nigeria struggling to create clear-cut chances, although the hosts threatened in the 28th minute when a shot from the right flank tested Madagascar goalkeeper Geordan Dupire. Wilfred Ndidi came close a minute later but headed over the crossbar as…
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate for the 2027 elections, Peter Obi, has said he will never abuse President Bola Tinubu, stressing that he respects both the President and the office he occupies. Obi said political disagreements should centre on government policies, decisions and performance rather than personal attacks. The former Anambra State governor made the remarks on Friday at the 2026 All Nigeria Editors’ Conference in Enugu, held under the theme, “The Ballot, the Media and the Task of Keeping Democracy Alive.” According to Obi, his respect for public office holders extends beyond President Tinubu to governors and…
The Super Eagles of Nigeria began their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign with a 2-1 comeback victory over Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday, September 25. Madagascar stunned Nigeria by taking the lead in the 16th minute through Emmanuel Kari, who converted Rayan Ponti’s assist to put the visitors ahead. Nigeria responded just before half-time, with George Ilenikhena finding the back of the net from Alex Iwobi’s assist in stoppage time to send both teams into the break level. The Super Eagles continued to dominate after the restart and completed their comeback…
Kylian Mbappe suffered a knee injury after scoring the only goal as Zinedine Zidane began his reign as France manager with a 1-0 Nations League victory over Turkey in Kocaeli. Mbappe fired France into the lead after Michael Olise found the Real Madrid forward in space. The France captain made no mistake, powering his effort into the bottom corner to score his record-extending 67th international goal. However, the goal was quickly overshadowed by an injury concern for the French superstar. Mbappe was visibly limping shortly after finding the net and was forced to leave the pitch just five minutes later,…
Former Anambra State Governor and presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has dismissed reports of a strained relationship between him and the current governor of the state, Chukwuma Soludo. Obi said his relationship with Soludo remains cordial despite the recent disagreement over claims concerning the debt profile of Anambra State. Naija News reports that Obi made this known on Friday while speaking to members of the Nigerian Guild of Editors. The former governor explained that his relationship with Soludo is much closer than recent public exchanges may suggest. According to Obi, he and his wife are…
The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Makama, has ordered Jordan Ezenwo Nyesom-Wike, son of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, to produce his American passport as proceedings continued in a $2.1 million civil suit against him. Justice Sylvanus Oriji issued the order on Tuesday following an application by counsel to the claimants, Hamza Dantani, during Jordan’s cross-examination. The suit, marked CV/008/2026, was filed by Safwan Garba GY and GY Global Oil and Gas Nigeria Limited. According to the claimants, they met Jordan in London and later approached him in Abuja for assistance in securing land in the Federal Capital…