Tinubu Hails Super Eagles’ 4–1 Win, Urges Focus on World Cup

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s Super Eagles on their commanding 4–1 victory over Gabon in Thursday’s FIFA World Cup qualifying Africa Playoff match, describing the performance as a powerful demonstration of the “Nigerian spirit that rises, adapts, and triumphs.” In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, […]
Troost-Ekong Denies Super Eagles Boycott Over Bonus Demands

Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, has debunked media reports claiming that the Nigerian national team boycotted training in Morocco over demands for special bonuses. He clarified that the players’ protest was strictly about unpaid allowances and bonuses owed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). In a statement posted on his official 𝕏 (formerly Twitter) handle […]
Peter Obi Slams FG Over Unpaid Super Eagles Allowances, Calls It a “Disgrace to the Nation”

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has taken aim at the Federal Government over reports that Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, are being owed outstanding allowances — describing the situation as yet another sign of a “now disgraced country.” Obi’s comments come amid public outrage following a viral video posted by midfielder […]
Super Eagles Open Camp In Morocco Ahead Of Crucial World Cup Playoff

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have officially kicked off their preparation for Thursday’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Africa playoff semi-final against Gabon, settling into camp in Rabat, Morocco. Camp Opens with Early Arrivals in Morocco According to team media officer Promise Efoghe, the Eagles’ camp opened on Sunday at the Rive Hotel in Rabat. […]
Mikel Obi: It’ll Be a Crime If Nigeria Misses World Cup

Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has sounded the alarm over Nigeria’s precarious road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, warning that missing back-to-back tournaments would amount to a national disgrace. In a passionate address on his Obi One Podcast, Mikel urged the current squad to block out distractions and fight for their pride, […]
Stanley Nwabali Injury Threatens Nigeria’s World Cup Qualifying Ambitions

Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers suffered a setback after goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali sustained an injury during Chippa United’s league encounter with Richards Bay. The 29-year-old, who has become a dependable figure for the Super Eagles, was forced off in the first half, leaving fans and coaching staff anxious about his availability […]