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Super Eagles Face Ranking Pressure As Spain Return To FIFA Summit

Nigeria remain under ranking pressure after the latest FIFA men’s ranking update, with reports placing the Super Eagles fourth in Africa and 26th globally.

Anambra Court Jails Choirmaster 25 Years for Child Rape

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An Anambra State High Court has sentenced choirmaster James Onuorah to 25 years’ imprisonment after convicting him in a child rape case. The court also ordered ₦5 million in compensation for the survivor.

Jigawa Suspends ₦1.3bn Hospital Contract Over Poor Work as Payment Questions Remain

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Governor Umar Namadi has suspended the renovation of Gumel General Hospital after criticising the project’s progress and workmanship. Payment, supervision and certification records remain unclear.

Badejo-Okusanya Wins NBA Presidency as Glitches, Protests Shadow Poll

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Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, has won the Nigerian Bar Association presidential election, becoming the association’s 33rd president and second female leader amid complaints over technical glitches, voter access and the credibility of the electronic process.

From Nkwocha to Oshoala: Nigeria’s WAFCON Crown Has Always Needed a Finisher

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Nigeria are defending WAFCON champions, but the real question is sharper: who carries the goals now? From Nkwocha’s records to Oshoala’s legacy and Okoronkwo’s present burden, the Super Falcons’ crown still needs a finisher.

Flying Eagles Face Ghana, Togo and Burkina Faso as Maikaba Leads WAFU B Title Defence

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Nigeria’s Flying Eagles will face Ghana, Togo and Burkina Faso in Group B as Abdu Maikaba prepares his team for a WAFU B U20 title defence.

Favour Ashe Declares Commonwealth Games Readiness as Team Nigeria Build-Up Intensifies

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Favour Ashe says he is mentally and physically ready for the 2026 Commonwealth Games as Team Nigeria’s Glasgow preparations intensify.

Tobi Amusan Secures Diamond League Final Spot

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Tobi Amusan has secured her place in the 2026 Wanda Diamond League Final after collecting 28 points from five women’s 100m hurdles meetings, according to the supplied report.

Super Falcons to Face Ghana in WAFCON Friendly as Morocco Camp Builds

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Nigeria’s Super Falcons will face Ghana’s Black Queens in a WAFCON build-up friendly in Casablanca as their Morocco camp enters a key preparation phase.

Kayinsola Ajayi Hits World Athletics Overall Top 100 in Nigerian Sprint Breakthrough

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Kayinsola Ajayi is listed at No. 83 in the men’s overall World Athletics rankings and No. 5 in the men’s 100m rankings, while the supplied report says he is the first Nigerian sprinter to enter the overall top 100.