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Super Eagles Miss 2026 World Cup, NFF Blamed

Nigeria's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup exposes deep-rooted administrative failures. We analyse the causes and demand urgent reforms from the NFF. Read more.

$5B Africa Energy Bank HQ Complete in Abuja

Nigeria has completed the headquarters of the $5 billion Africa Energy Bank in Abuja. Minister Heineken Lokpobiri confirms all host obligations are met, paving the way for operations to begin. Read more.

World Cup 2026 Tickets Sell for 11 Times Face Value

FIFA's official resale platform shows 2026 World Cup tickets selling at 11x original prices, raising concerns about fan accessibility. Discover the shocking price increases affecting matches across North America.

CBN sells $36.60m to banks amid naira depreciation

Central Bank of Nigeria intervenes in forex market with $36.60 million sale to authorized dealers including Access, UBA, Zenith banks to stabilize naira. Experts analyze impact on currency stability.

Nigeria's World Cup Failure Could Help Argentina

A curious pattern emerges: Argentina has won the World Cup every time Nigeria failed to qualify. With the Super Eagles out for 2026, could this mean a fourth title for Lionel Messi and La Albiceleste?

West Africa Plans Joint FIFA World Cup Bid

Ghana, Nigeria, and Côte d'Ivoire are considering a historic joint bid to host the FIFA World Cup after 2034. Explore the potential of this West African partnership.

2026 World Cup Play-off Draw Revealed

The 2026 World Cup play-off draw sets Italy against Northern Ireland. Wales hosts Bosnia in semi-finals. Four European spots up for grabs in March 2026.

Nigeria aims to cut $18M lapsed loans by 61%

Federal Government plans to reduce outstanding lapsed loans from $18 million to $7 million through new financial reforms and blockchain technology for World Bank projects.

Libyan FA Trolls Nigeria Over World Cup Failure

Libyan Football Association takes subtle jab at Nigeria after Super Eagles miss 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification. Details on the penalty shootout loss and airport saga that sparked the rivalry.

Zenith Bank to Acquire Paramount Bank in Kenya

Zenith Bank Plc is set to enter the Kenyan market by acquiring Paramount Bank, marking a strategic step in its pan-African expansion. The deal awaits regulatory approval from Nigerian and Kenyan authorities.

Nigerian banks post N14.7tn interest income

Nine major Nigerian banks reported a combined N14.72 trillion in interest income for the first nine months of 2025, a 27.68% increase driven by high interest rates. Discover which banks led the growth.

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