FIFA confirms Semi Ajayi’s suspension for Gabon playoff

BY BEN OGBEMUDIA World football governing body FIFA has informed the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) that Super Eagles central defender, Semi Ajayi will not be available for the team’s first playoff match against Gabon. Ajayi received a yellow...

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles must fight to beat Benin Republic – Onigbinde

Former Super Eagles head coach Adegboye Onigbinde has challenged the team to give their all in the clash with Benin Republic. The Super Eagles will host Gernot Rohr’s side in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at Godswill Akpabio...

Preview: Fulham vs Arsenal - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Fulham and Arsenal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. Returning from the international break to one of their lesser-favoured haunts, Arsenal hit the road to meet...

Edo Governor Appoints Erewele As Chairman, Senior Secondary Education Board

October 13, (THEWILL) — Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has approved the appointment of Dr. (Mrs.) Rita Otibho Erewele as Chairman of the Edo State Senior Secondary Education Board. Dr. Erewele replaces Dr. Maureen O. Ekhoragbon, who has...

Resident of Kokori community in Delta state celebrate after President Bola Tinubu granted amnesty to convicted and dreaded kidnap kingpin Kelvin Oniarah

Residents of Kokori community in Delta state are in celebratory mood after President Bola Tinubu granted amnesty to convicted and dreaded kidnap kingpin, Kelvin Oniarah. The 44-year-old was a dreaded leader of a kidnapping and robbery gang that...

2026 WCQ: We’re in Uyo to beat Super Eagles and go to World Cup — Benin Captain Mounie

Benin Republic captain, Steve Mounie has declared that the Cheetahs are ready for battle against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Gernot Rohr’s side will face the Super Eagles in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday 10 encounter at the Godswill...

Okpebholo reintroduces Edo languages into school curriculum

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has approved the reintroduction of Edo languages into school curriculum across the state as part of efforts to preserve cultural identity and promote indigenous education. The governor made the announcement...

ECOWAS Trains Benin Republic Journalists On Information Integrity In W’Africa

2 Stella Omona The ECOWAS Commission, through its Directorate of Communication, has begun a two-day training for journalists and media practitioners in Cotonou to boost information integrity and counter misinformation, disinformation, fake news...

Semi Ajayi Suspended For Gabon Clash, Ideye Warns Super Eagles Against ‘Osimhen Problem’

Hull City centre-back Semi Ajayi will sit out Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff against Gabon after picking up a suspension in the last qualifying match. Semi Ajayi received his second yellow card of the campaign during Tuesday’s 4-0 win over...

Nigeria’s World Cup hopes in danger as Super Eagles receive serious warning

Idah Peterside has urged Nigeria to take Gabon seriously in the World Cup playoffs when both teams meet in November The Super Eagles qualified for the World Cup playoffs as the fourth-best runners-up after an emphatic win versus Benin Nigeria is...

BREAKING: ASUU Members Storm University Of Benin Lecture Halls, Disrupt Exams Amid Ongoing Strike

There was chaos at the University of Benin (UNIBEN) on Monday as members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Benin chapter, stormed various examination halls and forced an immediate halt to all ongoing examinations....

Ex-Super Eagles Goalie Daniel Akpeyi Comments On Eric Chelle, Osimhen

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi has heaped praise on head coach Eric Chelle and striker Victor Osimhen following Nigeria’s commanding 4-0 win over the Benin Republic in Uyo, a result that sealed the country’s spot in the 2026 FIFA...

After suffering knock on Super Eagles duty, Zaidu excused from Porto's training on Thursday

Porto left-back Zaidu Sanusi has returned to Portugal following his international commitments with the Super Eagles, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. After nearly twenty months away from the national team, the experienced defender earned a late...

Nigeria lineup vs. Benin: Predicted starting XI, team news for decisive World Cup qualifier

Nigeria take on Benin in Uyo their final 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on October 14, in which the Super Eagles need a win. The hosts are third in CAF's Group C of qualifiers. Only the top team is guaranteed a place at next year's finals in the...

Eric Chelle told what to do about goalkeeper Nwabali as Benin train for 5 hours

Stanley Nwabali has faced heavy criticism after failing to keep a clean sheet in Nigeria's win over Lesotho The Super Eagles were two goals ahead, but they conceded a goal late in the game, following a mix-up in the heart of the defence While a...

Nigeria v Benin: Three hurdles the Super Eagles must overcome to keep World Cup dream alive

Nigeria's Super Eagles are set for a high-stakes encounter against Benin’s Cheetahs on Tuesday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in a decisive Group C clash of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Sitting third on 14 points, behind...

Iwobi, Bassey and Chukwueze undergo recovery session at Fulham ahead of Arsenal clash

Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey and Samuel Chukwueze have returned to London following international duty with the Super Eagles, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. For the first time in history, three Fulham players started simultaneously for Nigeria, as...

Wendy Shay credits God’s grace and strategy for her songs’ global reach across 50 countries

Award-winning Ghanaian singer Wendy Shay has opened up about her international success, attributing her global recognition to a balance between hard work, strategy, and faith in God. The award winning artiste reflected on how her songs have...

Nigeria vs Benin WCQ: List of TV stations, live streams to watch crucial match in Uyo

The Super Eagles began training on Sunday evening ahead of facing Benin Republic on Tuesday, October 14 Super Eagles stars had a delay in Angola after their plane suffered a cracked windscreen midair on Saturday Nigeria face a do-or-die encounter...

FIFA president Gianni Infantino sends message to Ghana as Black Stars qualify for 2026 World Cup

Ghana have picked an automatic ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after finishing top of the CAF qualification group I The Black Stars managed a 1-0 win over Comoros in their final game of the campaign, winning the group with 25 points FIFA...