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Super Eagles Applaud Fernandez On Rangers’ Player of the Year Honour
The Super Eagles have celebrated Emmanuel Fernandez on his Rangers’ Player of the Year honour, Completesports.com reports. Fernandez was announced winner of the award on Monday. The 24-year-old, who arrived the Ibrox from League One club Peterborough United last summer has gone from strength to strength with commanding performances in defence, also showing his threat in set-piece situations.
AFCON 2025: Algeria Set To Petition CAF Following Defeat To Nigeria Super Eagles
LAGOS JANUARY 12TH (NEWSRANGERS)-The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) is set to file a second petition to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following their 2-0 defeat to Nigeria’s Super Eagles in the AFCON 2025 quarterfinals at the Grand Stade de Marrakech on Saturday, January 10. The loss not only saw the Desert Foxes exit the tournament but also ended goalkeeper Luca Zidane’s clean-sheet run, per CAF.
Police Arrest Brothers, Accomplice Over Abuja Lawyer’s Killing
LAGOS JANUARY 12TH (NEWSRANGERS)-The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the killing of a legal practitioner, Chigbo Princess, allegedly linked to “one-chance” armed robbery operations in Abuja. In a statement on Sunday, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, said the arrests followed directives by the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, Miller Dantawaye, to identify and apprehend those responsible for the crime.
LAGOS JANUARY 12TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a 2-0 victory over Algeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final on Saturday, booking a place in the semi-finals against host nation Morocco. Following the match, both teams’ coaches discussed the factors that shaped the result. Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle said the win reflected the players’ discipline and adherence to the game plan. He highlighted the impact of Victor Osimhen’s opening goal in the 47th minute.
Businessman Arrested With Large Quantity Of Drugs Concealed In Mannequins
LAGOS JANUARY 12TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested a 37-year-old businessman, Ani Romans, and recovered large quantities of tramadol concealed inside mannequins he was transporting for his clothing business. Romans was intercepted by NDLEA officers on patrol along Oron–Ibaka Road in Oron Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State on Friday, January 9, while travelling with full-body mannequins allegedly meant for onward movement to Cameroon.
Algeria Coach Laments Team Defeat By Super Eagles, Says, ‘My Players Are Devastated’
LAGOS JANUARY 12TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Algeria head coach Vladimir Petković has said his players are disappointed with the defeat to Nigeria, reports Completesports.com. The Desert Foxes went down 2-0 to the Super Eagles in their quarter-final encounter at the Grand Stade de Marrakech on Saturday night. It was Algeria’s first defeat of the competition, and a costly one, which sent them back home. Both teams failed to hit target in the first half, with the Super Eagles having the upper hand.
Friendly Match: Black Stars Defeated 2-1 By Super Eagles
The Super Eagles defeated 10-man Black Stars of Ghana 2-1 in an international friendly at the Grand Stade de Marrakech on Friday night. The two West African rivals took advantage of the FIFA international break to face each other. The result means the Black Stars are now winless in their last six games. Goals from Cyriel Dessers and Ademola Lookman was enough to earn interim coach Finidi George his first win. Crystal Palace forward Jordan Ayew got Ghana’s consolation goal.
Nigerian Navy Announces Appointment Of New Spokesperson
The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, has approved the appointment of Commodore Aiwuyor Augustine Adams-Aliu as the new Director of Naval Information and official spokesperson for the Nigerian Navy. Aiwuyor replaced Rear Admiral Ayo-Vaughan, who has been redeployed to Headquarters Naval Training Command as the Chief Staff Officer.
Gwadabe Appointed Deputy Editor-In-Chief for Media Trust
Gwadabe Appointed Deputy Editor-In-Chief for Media Trust The Board of Directors of Media Trust Group has approved the appointment of Dr Maude Rabiu Gwadabe as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Daily Trust and chairman of its Editorial Board. This information was disclosed in a statement issued by the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the group, Malam Ahmad Shekarau. According to him, the new Deputy Editor-in-Chief will serve both the print and digital arms of Daily Trust.
Reforms: FG Directs Security Agencies to go after Saboteurs
Reforms: FG Directs Security Agencies to go after Saboteurs When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was sworn in on May 29, 2023, he made far-reaching statements regarding his economic vision for Nigeria. Two policy statements stood out in this regard. First, he announced an immediate end to the petrol subsidy regime, because it could no longer justify its ever-increasing costs in the wake of dwindling resources.
CISLAC Applauds Court's Decision, Criticizes Kwara Magistrate's Handling of Defamation Case
CISLAC Applauds Court’s Decision, Criticizes Kwara Magistrate’s Handling of Defamation Case The recent acquittal of journalists Alfred Olufemi and Gidado Shuaib by the Kwara State High Court has been hailed as a triumph for press freedom by the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC).
Marwa Inspects Yola Barrack Project, Hails Tinubu's Commitment to Drug War
Marwa Inspects Yola Barrack Project, Hails Tinubu’s Commitment to Drug War The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd) has expressed the appreciation of officers and men of the anti-narcotic agency to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his continuous support for the on-going efforts to curb the scourge of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in the country.
President Tinubu, there should be no Sacred cow in the Fight against corruption
President Tinubu, there should be no Sacred cow in the Fight against corruption By Afeez Adegbayi In the relentless pursuit of transparency, accountability, and the eradication of corruption, no individual should be considered above the law. This principle is foundational to a just and equitable society where the rule of law prevails.
Police arrests 5 suspected armed robbers, recovers weapons in Bauchi
Police arrests 5 suspected armed robbers, recovers weapons in Bauchi The Bauchi State Police Command has said that it has arrested five suspected armed robbers with dangerous weapons when they invaded and attacked people’s residents at Jakabinne area in Misau Local Government areas of the State. Five other suspected robbers are said to be at large after arresting their colleagues, according to a statement by the state’s Police Public Relations Officer, Mohammed Wakili.
Alleged Defamation: Court acquits Young Journalists, Chides Police, Kwara Magistrate for Shoddy trial
Alleged Defamation: Court acquits Young Journalists, Chides Police, Kwara Magistrate for Shoddy trial The Kwara state high court, sitting as an appellate court in Ilorin, has discharged and acquitted two journalists convicted for publishing a defamatory article against a rice factory, faulting the police and trial magistrate’s ruling.
Ogalla: The Naval Chief in the Eyes of the Storm
Ogalla: The Naval Chief in the Eyes of the Storm By Yushau A. Shuaib To some extent, the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) play strategic roles in ensuring that the public is adequately informed about the efforts and accomplishments of the security services, especially ongoing military operations.
NAF, NAMA Partner on Airspace Management
NAF, NAMA Partner on Airspace Management The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) have reiterated their commitment to seek innovative ways and solutions to enhance their collaborative efforts at safeguarding the Nigerian air space. This was made known when the Managing Director of NAMA, Engr Umar Farouq led a delegation to interface with the Chief of the Air, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar and his team on 22 February 2024, at NAF headquarters, Abuja.
Saudi Arabia @297: Celebrating a Kingdom's Rich Historical Trajectory
Saudi Arabia @297: Celebrating a Kingdom’s Rich Historical Trajectory On February 22, 1727, marked the birth of a great Kingdom. It was the day the Emir of Diriyah, Muhammad bin Saud, established Saudi Arabia, after assuming power as its pioneer monarch. This event marked the beginning of a proud legacy that continues to this day, as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrates its 2024 Founding Day with pride and joy.
On Nigeria Customs, DIA Collaboration Against Insecurity
On Nigeria Customs, DIA Collaboration Against Insecurity By Abdulsalam Mahmud, The insecurity in Nigeria is pervasive, and everyone knows that. From Abuja to Lagos, Jigawa to Zamfara, Imo to Anambra States, Nigerian citizens have been living in perpetual fear of attacks by marauding terrorists, merciless bandits, and blood-sucking gunmen that have remained unknown for years now.
EFCC, JTF Nab 115 Suspected Currency Racketeers, Recover N110m, $8,368 in Enugu
EFCC, JTF Nab 115 Suspected Currency Racketeers, Recover N110m, $8,368 in Enugu Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, in conjunction with a Joint Task Force comprising five teams from the Nigeria Police Force and three teams from the Nigeria Customs Service on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 arrested 115 (One hundred and fifteen) suspected currency racketeers in Enugu State.
FG wants Media to Rally Public for Economic Reforms
FG wants Media to Rally Public for Economic Reforms Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has appealed to the media to rally public support for the bold economic reforms being undertaken by the Tinubu Administration, which are aimed at opening vast opportunities for employment, sustainable economic growth, and prosperity for all Nigerians.
Nigeria's Present Woes Caused by Corruption – ICPC Boss - PRNigeria News
Nigeria’s Present Woes Caused by Corruption – ICPC Boss The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Adamu Aliyu SAN, has ascribed the current economic challenges faced by the nation to corruption. The ICPC Chairman said this during a courtesy visit by members of the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) to the Commission’s Headquarters on Thursday.
Nigerian Military Won't Yield to Coup Agitators' Demand
Nigerian Military Won’t Yield to Coup Agitators’ Demand – CDS Musa Gen. Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff, says the military is happy and better under democracy, hence will not act against a democratically elected government. Musa gave said this during his operational visit and inauguration of facilities at Headquarters 6 Division of the Nigeria Army, in Port Harcourt on Thursday.
122 Kidnapped Victims Rescued as Troops Nab 244 B/Haram Terrorists
122 Kidnapped Victims Rescued as Troops Nab 244 B/Haram Terrorists The military high command on Thursday urged citizens to remain resilient and contribute to finding solutions in the ongoing fight against insurgency. The military said troops have neutralized 286 terrorists and arrested 244 others. They also apprehended 83 oil thieves and rescued 122 kidnapped victims.
Super Eagles, Gallant Troops and Our Reward System By Chidi Omeje
Super Eagles, Gallant Troops and Our Reward System By Chidi Omeje It is no longer news that Nigeria’s senior football team, the Super Eagles, had a spectacular outing at the just concluded AFCON 24 held in Cote d’Ivoire. Even though they did not bring home the trophy, their superlative performance that saw them reach the finals was not lost on Nigerians.
Super Eagles - One Small Step, A Giant Leap To The Championship! -By Segun Odegabmi
It was only one match, but it moved Nigeria several notches up the rung of victory at AFCON 2023. The match against Cote D’Ivoire confirmed the often-held notion that a potential Champion can be identified when a team can win a crucial match even when it does not play brilliantly. That’s what happened on Thursday night.
OPINION | Super Eagles on Cusp of AFCON Glory, By Danladi Bako | METROWATCH
The African Cup of Nations is upon us again, this time Cote d’Ivoire two-time winners are the hosts. Nigeria is gearing up to browbeat its way into the final and probably win the trophy not because of the strength of its preparation, quality friendly matches, pedigree of coaching crew but more because of the providence nature bestowed on us as a country by having a few top class players in the mould of Victor Osimhen and the rave of the German League Victor Boniface of Bayer Leverkusen.
Akeredolu Tackles PDP, Says ‘I’m In Charge Of Ondo Govt’
Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, the governor of Ondo State has replied the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that he remained in charge of affairs of the state. Governor Akeredolu, who spoke through his Chief Press Secretary, Richard Olatunde, urged the PDP to focus on tangible progress being made in the state rather than sensationalizing his whereabouts. He stated that his location has not hindered any form of development in the state.
How First Friendly Win In Five Years Was Secured By S/Eagles
In a thrilling encounter on Monday, the Super Eagles of Nigeria emerged victorious against Mozambique with a 3-2 scoreline. The feat marks Nigeria’s first victory in a friendly game in five years. Mozambique initially took the lead seven minutes into the game with a goal from Geny Catamo, creating concerns that Nigeria’s winless streak in friendly matches might persist. However, OGC Nice’s Terem Moffi levelled the score with a close-range shot 13 minutes later.
Nigerian Judicial Council Recommends Appeal Court President’s Son-in-law For Appointment As Appellate Court Judge
The National Judicial Council has recommended nine justices for appointments to the Court of Appeal bench including the son-in-law of the President of the Court of Appeal, Justice Monica Bolna’an Dongban-Mensem. A statement signed by the council’s Director of Information, Soji Oye, on Friday, said the NJC recommended the appointment of nine candidates to the Court of Appeal bench and 27 other judicial officers.
Portugal Friendly: Osimhen and Ndidi headline invitees
Super Eagles Head Coach, Jose Peseiro has called up defender William Ekong, midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, Victor Osimhen and 20 others for next week’s friendly against Portugal in Lisbon. Ebube Duru of Rivers United is listed among the defenders and he is the only NPFL player called up. Others listed include Calvin Bassey, Kevin Akpoguma, midfielders Ayodele-Aribo and Alex Iwobi, and forwards Moses Simon and Ademola Lookman.
Peseiro expects Eagles to fight against Algeria
Super Eagles head coach Jose Peseiro is unfazed by the absence of key players ahead of Tuesday’s international friendly against Algeria and expects his side to fight for a good result. Peseiro will be without team’s captains Ahmed Musa and William Troost-Ekong as well as top stars Wilfred Ndidi and Victor Osimhen for the clash with Algeria in Oran on Tuesday night.
NFF: Chris Emeruwa interested only in the Presidency
The NFF Presidential elections candidate Dr Christian Emeruwa is insistent that it is the Presidency of Nigeria’s football governing body or nothing else. Dr Emeruwa, it has been rumoured has been offered the secretary-general office by some candidates but the current head of CAF Security Committee has quashed that suggestion emphatically.
CHAN 2023: Ghana beat Super Eagles in Cape Coast - ACLSports
Nigeria home based Super Eagles, coached by Salisu Yusuf lost 2-0 to Ghana in their African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2023 first leg second round qualifying game in Cape Coast on Sunday. Salisu’s Eagles arrived in Cape Coast on Friday with great determination to get a result away from home. They started brightly in the contest, which was initially marred by a lot fouls and physical duels in the opening half.
Patrick Olúṣẹ́gun Ọdẹ́gbàmí! “Mathematical" at 70. - ACLSports
My first football Icon growing up was “Mathematical” Segun Odegbami whom I fondly called Uncle Segs. My introduction to football was in the ancient city of Ibadan and the first team I watched was IICC Shooting Stars hence you will understand my decision. It was the erudite and probably one of the best Sports Journalist and Broadcaster par excellence Ernest Okonkwo that christened Segun Odegbami as “Mathematical” and it stuck.
CHAN 2023: Nigeria to face Ghana in final playoff
The Home based Super Eagles, also known as Super Eagles B, will face fellow west African giants Ghana in the final qualification round of the 2023 African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers. The Black Galaxies of Ghana defeated Benin 1-0 on Saturday at Cotonou’s Stade de l’AmitiΓ© to complete the double over their West African opponents and advance to the next round where they will be facing Nigeria.
AFCON2023Q: Eagles thrash São Tomé in Morocco
Nigeria Super Eagles on Monday afternoon thrashed football minnows São Tomé and Príncipe 10-0 in an Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying game decided at the Stade Adrar in Morocco. Jose Peseiro’s Eagles went into the game on the back of a 2-1 home win over Sierra Leone last week knowing fully well that only a comprehensive bashing would be acceptable by their fans.
AFCON2023Q: Nigeria edge Sierra Leone in Abuja
Nigeria Super Eagles ended a run of five games without a win as they edge Sierra Leone 2-1 in a 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying (AFCON2023Q) game in Abuja on Thursday. The last time Nigeria’s senior team won a match was in January against Guinea Bissau in the group stage of the Africa Cup of Nations, losing three and drawing two of their last five games since then.
Super Eagles lose to Mexico in Peseiro's first game
Nigeria Super Eagles lost 1-2 to Mexico in an international friendly on Sunday morning as the team begin life under new head coach Jose Peseiro. Peseiro was confirmed as the new handler of the three times former African champions this month and the Portuguese got his baptism of fire in Texas when they faced 2022 World Cup bound Mexico at the AT&T Stadium.
NFF names Jose Peseiro as new Eagles coach
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has named Portuguese coach José Peseiro as the new head coach of the men’s senior national team; the Super Eagles.
Leon Balogun: I was heartbroken at the final whistle in Abuja
Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun recalls how he felt at the final whistle of the Nigeria Vs Ghana Qatar 2022 play-off match in Abuja. “I was heartbroken. I just laid there on the turf and cried my whole heart out. I could not stop, I did not want to stop.” The Glasgow Rangers defender was speaking in the aclsports.com’s #YourSportsMemo Podcast. “In terms of preparations, the preparations for those two matches Vs Ghana were probably the best in my time with the Super Eagles”, the big defender says.
#TotalEnergiesAFCON2023Q: Super Eagles in Group A
The AFCON 2013 winners, Nigeria Super Eagles have been drawn in Group A of the #TotalEnergiesAFCON 2023 Qualification series alongside Sierra Leone, Guinea-Bissau and the winner of Sao Tome and Principe/Mauritius. There are 12 groups of the 48 countries who have made it to this stage with Nigeria in Pot 1 with holders Senegal, Morocco, Egypt, Tunisia, Cameroon, Algeria, Mali, Burkina Faso, Ghana, DR Congo and the hosts Cote D’Ivoire.
#WCQ2022: Eguavoen congratulates Eagles on Ghana draw
Head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, Augustine Eguavoen congratulated his wards after a disciplined performance earned them a creditable 0-0 draw against Ghana’s Black Stars in Kumasi on Friday. The game decided at the Baba Yara Stadium ended on a scoreless note and finely poised ahead of the return leg in Nigeria next Tuesday. Eguavoen, himself a former Eagles star added that the Ghana side gave his side a good fight but says he has always been confident of a good result.
#JollofDerby: Eguavoen not looking back at AFCON
The much awaited #JollofDerby is nearly upon us so Augustine ‘Cerezo’ Eguavoen does not want to look back at the last AFCON but focus on being positive as his Super Eagles take on the Black Stars of Ghana in the Qatar 2022 WC Play-offs. The “Interim Technical Adviser” (As he was introduced) was speaking at the Pre-match press conference of the national team held at the team’s Carlton Hotel base, Abuja. “I don’t want to talk about nor think about the last AFCON.
Qatar 2022: Super Eagles begin training for Ghana
Nigeria Super Eagles on Tuesday began training for Friday’s FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 playoff first leg match against the Black Stars of Ghana in Abuja,https://www.aclsports.com reports. The goalkeeper trainer of the team Alloy Agu took the available players through their paces at the light training session held at the Moshood Abiola Stadium on Tuesday evening. Vice-captain William Troost-Ekong and defensive partner Leon Balogun were part of the first set of arrivals in camp on Monday morning.
Three things Eguavoen must know ahead of #JollofDerby
The interestingly christened #JollofDerby is now upon us. Nigeria’s Super Eagles face their eternal rivals Black Stars of Ghana in a double-header to determine who picks one of Africa’s five slots to this year’s FIFA World Cup in Qatar. While the Ghanaians have a new coach in place, albeit in interim capacity in Otto Addo, Nigeria will be led by Augustine Eguavoen who was in charge of the team’s bittersweet campaign at the Africa Cup of Nations in January.
2022WCQ: Eguavoen calls Ighalo, others for Ghana
Super Eagles Coach Austine Eguavoen has listed 32 players in his provisional list for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 play-off round against the Black Stars of Ghana later this month. Captain Ahmed Musa, vice-captain William Troost Ekong, midfield anchorman Wifred Ndidi and one of the just concluded AFCON stars Moses Simon and Kelechi Iheanacho have all been called up.
Super Eagles, Super Falcons, and other not-so-super names, By Arit Oku
…when it comes to the names of female football teams, it’s all downhill from here. We no longer have creative names that can inspire energy, agility, and prowess. Qualities that come in handy in the game of football. Somewhere in the minds of those who manufacture the names of Nigerian football teams is the idea that things somehow work differently when it comes to female players… Thus, the female teams at the state level (and clubs) all get epithets such as “Queens”, “Babes”, and “Angels”.
Buhari launches National Policy on 5G, directs security agencies to deploy technology Newsdiaryonline
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday in Abuja directed all the security institutions to immediately leverage Fifth Generation (5G) technology, when deployed, to enhance security in the country. Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity) disclosed this in a statement.
Super Eagles, Maduka Okoye and the AFCON Defeat, By Reuben Abati Newsdiaryonline
Nigerians are very bad losers in politics, sports or both. Nothing illustrates this better than the politics of acrimony that is already emerging over the mode of primaries for the 2023 general election. But even more specifically, would be the anguish, outrage and frustration that have attended the exit of the Super Eagles from the 2021 edition of the African Cup of Nations Tournament in Cameroon.
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