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Top 5 African Stars Missing at AFCON 2025

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco, but several top stars like William Troost-Ekong and Hakim Ziyech will be absent. Find out why these key players are missing the continental showpiece.

Anambra Auditor-General Raises Alarm Over N750m

Anambra's Auditor-General reveals N750 million is unaccounted for in 2024, an improvement from N2.5bn in 2023. Experts call for transparency and citizen engagement to curb corruption.

NFF Protests DR Congo's Ineligible Players to FIFA

Nigeria Football Federation lodges formal protest with FIFA, alleging DR Congo fielded ineligible players in crucial World Cup qualifier. Details of the discovery and potential sanctions revealed. Read the full story.

Missing Police Officer's Remains Found in Benue

The Benue State Police Command confirms the recovery of skeletal remains believed to be Inspector Mohammed Yakubu, missing since June 2025. Joint security team mobilized for recovery. Details inside.

FIFA fines Malaysia $452k for forged player documents

FIFA slaps Malaysia with heavy fines and match forfeits for using ineligible players. This crackdown unfolds as Nigeria challenges DR Congo's player eligibility in World Cup playoffs. Read the full details.

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.

DR Congo FA fires back at Nigeria's FIFA petition

The DR Congo Football Association has issued a fiery response after Nigeria petitioned FIFA over the eligibility of Congolese players. Get the full details on the brewing World Cup playoff scandal.

Odumodublvck to NFF: Challenge DR Congo Eligibility

Nigerian singer Odumodublvck calls on NFF, CAF, and FIFA to investigate DR Congo's alleged use of ineligible players in World Cup playoffs, offering Super Eagles a potential qualification lifeline.

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