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Benin Republic head coach Abdoulaye Ouzerou insists his side will not be intimidated by Nigeria’s Super Falcons as both nations prepare to battle for a place at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), Soccernet.ng reports.  Benin face the ten-time African champions in the final qualifying round, with the first leg set to be played later this week in Lomé, Togo. Despite acknowledging Nigeria’s technical superiority, Ouzerou believes his players possess the mental strength to challenge their more illustrious opponents. New African champions Super Falcons. Photo by IMAGO “We’re going to count on their heart, because if you’re…

Stanley Nwabali has faced criticism from a section of the Nigerian football community over his attitude on the pitch… Former Kayserispor goalkeeper Alloy Agu has called for stronger competition in Nigeria’s goalkeeping department, Soccernet.ng exclusively reports. Agu insists that current first-choice Stanley Nwabali will only reach his full potential if challenged by equally talented goalkeepers. Speaking exclusively to Soccernet.ng, the former Kayserispor shot-stopper commended Nwabali’s progress since breaking into the Super Eagles setup but noted that the team must do more to support him as Nigeria continues its quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Agu Urges Improvement…

• He signed before govs, NWC members, Ologunagba counters• Adeleke says party resolving issues ahead convention Crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) deepened yesterday, as its National Secretary, Sen Samuel Anyanwu, insisted that his signature was forged on the official letter notifying the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of the party’s national convention scheduled for November 15 and 16, 2025, in Ibadan, Oyo State. However, the PDP National Working Committee (NWC) has dismissed the forgery allegation, describing it as “spurious, mischievous and false.” Meanwhile, Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, assured that internal issues within the party were being resolved amicably as a…

The Festival Foundation (OFF) has disclosed that this year’s festival celebration will be held at the newly established site named Kakanfo Falola Beach in Badagry. Chief Promoter of the OFF, Iba Gani Adams, stated this, yesterday, at a media briefing to herald the cultural fiesta. He said that the establishment of the new beach and festival site marked a major step in transforming the yearly Olokun celebration into a global tourism event. Adams, who was represented by the Director of Communications for OFF, Yinka Oguntimehin, noted that the decision was made following the upgrade of the Olokun Festival to the…

Suspends South-South vice chairman over ‘constitutional breach’ The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has cautioned the Federal Government against using the recent news of an alleged coup plot as a pretext to clamp down on opposition leaders and begin extra-judicial surveillance on voices that do not agree with the government. Meanwhile, it has suspended its National Vice Chairman (South-South), Dr Usani Uguru Usani, for alleged violation of the party’s constitution and actions considered detrimental to its unity and progress. In a statement, yesterday, signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said it viewed any threat to Nigeria’s democratic order with utmost…

Tottenham, Brentford, Paris Saint-Germain, Ajax FC, are all reportedly linked to Flying Eagles sensation who starred for Aliyu Zubairu’s boys in Chile… Flying Eagles forward Sani Suleiman is attracting serious transfer attention from several top European clubs, Soccernet.ng reports. English sides Tottenham Hotspur and Brentford are reportedly on high alert amid growing interest from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Ajax. The 19-year-old star, who currently plays for AS Trenčín in Slovakia, has been one of Nigeria’s brightest emerging talents since moving from Akwa United in July 2024. Sani Suleiman follows the ball during Nike liga match, AS Trencin Copyright: xMICHALxFAJT,ZOSPORTU.SKx Imago…

Karimi’s elicits backlash as Wada’s defection hangs in the balance What was meant to be a grand show of unity and renewed loyalty for President Bola Tinubu and Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has turned into a political storm in Kogi State — revealing widening cracks within the All Progressives Congress (APC), and setting the stage for a potential realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections.  The much-publicised “Mother of All Rallies” in Lokoja over the weekend drew thousands of party supporters, but conspicuously lacked the presence of any top-ranking federal or national party official.  Despite weeks of mobilisation, no National Working Committee…

Support group warns Yilwatda against jeopardising Tinubu’s 2027 chances All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders in Plateau State at the weekend rejected any speculation or potential move by Governor Caleb Mutfwang to join their party from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).  Mutfwang, a prominent PDP figure, has repeatedly dismissed defection speculations, reaffirming his loyalty to the party until the next general elections.   However, with two of his colleagues, Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah and his Bayelsa counterpart, Douye Diri, resigning from the PDP last week to join the APC, and reports suggesting that Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas may follow, speculations have intensified that Mutfwang…

Nottingham Forest stars Taiwo Awoniyi and Ola Aina are set to have a third coach in charge of the club this season after Ange Postecoglou was fired, Soccernet.ng reports. The Greek manager took over in the second week of September after Nuno Espirito Santo was relieved of his duties as club coach by the owner, Evangelos Marinakis. The Portuguese manager revealed that a lack of trust by the club owner led to the deterioration of the relationship between them. Ange Postecoglou in the Nottingham Forest dugout. [Photo Credit/ NFFC on X]Get Our Sports News First – Join Our WhatsApp Channel…

Chief Niyi Aborisade is a human rights and British-trained lawyer who has practised in England for decades. In this interview with ROTIMI AGBOLUAJE, Aborisade said Nigeria needs urgent constitutional reforms to prevent future crises, adding that section 162 of the 1999 Constitution and other laws need amendments. He suggested that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) should be empowered to conduct elections for the 774 local governments to guarantee local government autonomy. Many scholars and public intellectuals have argued that the 1999 constitution is illegitimate and cannot engender progress in the country. What do you think about it?Well, the opinion…