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Nigeria Secures Release of 11 Officers from Burkina Faso

Nigeria's diplomatic mission led by Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar successfully secured the release of 11 Nigerian Air Force personnel detained in Burkina Faso. Read the full story on the diplomatic resolution.

NFF Files FIFA Petition Against DR Congo Over Player Eligibility

The Nigeria Football Federation has lodged a formal protest with FIFA, accusing DR Congo of fielding ineligible players. The stakes are high, with World Cup qualification and over N13 billion in prize money on the line. Read the full details.

Netflix Announces FIFA World Cup 2026 Video Game

Netflix is launching an exclusive FIFA football game in summer 2026 to coincide with the World Cup. Playable solo or online on smartphones, it's a major move into gaming. Read more.

Ahmed Musa Retires From Super Eagles After 15 Years

Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has officially retired from international football. The AFCON 2013 winner and Nigeria's most-capped player announced his decision on social media. Read his full statement here.

Dembele, Bonmati Win FIFA Best Awards 2025

PSG's Ousmane Dembele and Barcelona's Aitana Bonmati clinch FIFA Best Awards. Nigeria's Chiamaka Nnadozie finishes as runner-up for best goalkeeper. Get all the details from the Qatar ceremony.

Dembele Wins 2025 FIFA The Best Men's Player Award

France and PSG star Ousmane Dembele has been crowned the 2025 FIFA The Best Men's Player after a historic season. Discover how he led PSG to a Champions League treble and dominated individual honours.

Complete List of AFCON Best Player Award Winners

Explore the complete history of the Africa Cup of Nations Best Player award winners, from Mohamed Al Attar in 1957 to Nigeria's William Troost-Ekong in 2024. Discover the legends who shaped the tournament.

Trump Wins FIFA Peace Prize Amid Controversy

Donald Trump awarded the first-ever FIFA Peace Prize at the 2026 World Cup draw. The surprise honour sparks criticism as the FIFA Council did not approve it. Read the full story.

Trump Receives Inaugural FIFA Peace Prize

Former US President Donald Trump has been named the first recipient of FIFA's new Peace Prize. The award recognises his disputed role in global peace efforts. Read the full story.

Alex Otti Meets President Tinubu Over Nnamdi Kanu

Abia State Governor Alex Otti met President Bola Tinubu to discuss securing IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's release, following his visit to Kanu in Sokoto prison. Read the latest developments.

Tinubu, Otti Meet Over Nnamdi Kanu's Release

President Bola Tinubu met with Abia Governor Alex Otti to discuss securing the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu. This follows Otti's recent visit to Kanu in Sokoto prison. Read the latest developments.

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