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One of the senior aides to Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi State, Nda Aaron has resigned from his position as the Special Adviser to the governor on Multimedia to pursue his ambition of representing Lokoja I in the State House of Assembly. This development was confirmed on Friday by Aron himself in a telephone conversation with our correspondent in Lokoja. “Yes, it is confirmed. I resigned on the 27th of March in line with the electoral guidelines, which pegs the deadline on the 31st of March. It’s also confirmed that I am doing that to contest the forthcoming election into…

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has named Akeem Ishola Busari as the new head coach of Nigeria’s U-17 girls’ team, the Flamingos, Soccernet.ng reports. Busari’s appointment, confirmed on April 2, 2026, marks the start of a new chapter for one of Africa’s most successful youth sides. He takes over from Bankole Olowookere, who led the team to a historic bronze medal at the 2022 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. That success raised expectations around the team, and Busari now carries the responsibility of maintaining those high standards while building something fresh. His immediate task is clear. Nigeria are preparing for…

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta state has congratulated the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, on the occasion of his 42nd birthday. This was contained in a congratulatory message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, on Thursday in Asaba. The governor noted that the traditional ruler’s leadership style has continued to inspire unity and growth among his people. Oborevwori praised the Olu of Warri for his consistent efforts in fostering peace and advancing economic development within the Warri Kingdom since ascending the throne. He highlighted the significant strides recorded during his reign, noting that Warri has witnessed notable…

Rangers centre-back Emmanuel Fernandez made his debut for the Super Eagles of Nigeria against Iran, before scoring his first goal, on his first start in the 2-2 draw against Jordan, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old took the big leap from Peterborough United to Rangers in the summer, but his development has seen him linked with top European sides. However, former Super Eagles defender Juwon Oshaniwa isn’t surprised. Having achieved a childhood dream of playing in the Green and White colours of Nigeria, Fernandez could be set to exit Rangers in the summer, amidst interest from top sides. Get Our Sports News…

Super Eagles of Nigeria will take on Poland and Portugal in two high-profile friendlies this June, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed on Thursday, April 2, 2026, Soccernet.ng reports. Victor Osimhen could line up against world-class forwards Robert Lewandowski and Cristiano Ronaldo, adding a major talking point ahead of the summer fixtures. The matches come months after Nigeria missed out on the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Super Eagles were eliminated by DR Congo in the CAF playoff final in November 2025, losing 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in Rabat, Morocco. World Cup qualifying playoffs Nigeria vs DR…

Emmanuel Fernandez’s impressive Super Eagles debut has drawn praise from former Nigeria international Juwon Oshaniwa, who believes the Rangers centre-back’s development in Scotland prepared him perfectly for the international stage. The 24-year-old London-born defender made his Nigeria bow as a substitute in the 2-1 friendly win over Iran before starting and scoring in the 2-2 draw with Jordan in Antalya. His composed left-footed finish from a Bright Osayi-Samuel cross capped a breakthrough international window that has now put some of Europe’s biggest clubs on alert. Fernandez’s rise from non-league football to one of Europe’s most wanted centre-backs has been one…

Super Eagles of Nigeria will return to London this May to defend their Unity Cup title in a four-nation invitational tournament, Soccernet.ng reports. Reports from Brila FM and News18 revealed that the competition will run from May 26 to May 30, 2026, with Nigeria set to face India and Jamaica again. Super Eagles’ next match The Unity Cup will feature four teams, although the final participant has not yet been confirmed. Previous editions included countries like Ghana and Trinidad and Tobago. Super Eagles of Nigeria team picture. (Photo credit: Super Eagles X) The matches are expected to be played in…

Victor Osimhen is planning a bold move to bring Nigerian football culture to one of Turkey’s biggest matches, while also racing against time to be fit for it, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles striker is reportedly organising a special trip for a group of Nigerian media personalities and influencers to attend Galatasaray’s huge Intercontinental Derby against Fenerbahçe on April 26, 2026. At the same time, he is working through an injury recovery programme with the aim of featuring in what could be a title-deciding match. Osimhen’s idea is simple but striking. He wants to fly out selected Nigerian media figures…

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday declined an ex parte application seeking to bar Senator Ireti Kingibe from participating in the activities of the African Democratic Congress. Justice Peter Lifu, in a ruling, refused the request by some ward leaders of the party in Wuse, Federal Capital Territory, who alleged that the senator had been suspended over anti-party activities. Instead, the court directed the plaintiffs to put the lawmaker on notice to enable her to respond to the allegations and join issues with them. The ward leaders, said to be loyal to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, had…

Some of world football’s biggest names, including Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and Robert Lewandowski, will not feature at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports.  Qualification heartbreaks—for countries like Italy, Nigeria, and Georgia—and injuries ruled out several elite stars. While the expanded tournament will welcome more teams, it will still be missing several players whose nations failed to qualify or who have been sidelined by long-term injuries. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 433 (@433) Qualification heartbreak rules out Osimhen, Lookman, Lewandowski Nigeria’s failure to secure a ticket to the Mundial means both Victor Osimhen…