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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.

Protesters in Osun Demand Resignation Over Insecurity

NLC, NANS, TUC, NASU, and NUJ members in Osun State staged a protest against rising killings and kidnappings, calling on President Tinubu and governors to resign if overwhelmed. Read their demands.

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.

NLC Warns of Strike if Protest is Disrupted

Nigeria Labour Congress warns of a nationwide indefinite strike if Wednesday's Day of Protest is violently disrupted. The union cites intelligence on planned infiltration.

ADC to Protest FG's N500bn Debt to Contractors, Pensioners

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) threatens to join ongoing protests by unpaid local contractors and pensioners. The party condemns the APC-led Federal Government's staggering debts, calling it insensitive governance.

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.

#EndSARS, Twitter Ban Changed How Nigerians Get News

An expert reveals how major societal disruptions like #EndSARS protests and the Twitter ban transformed news consumption in Nigeria, eroding trust in traditional media and empowering citizen journalism.

Abia Community Protests Leader's Detention in Abuja

Idima Abam community in Abia State protests the arrest of their leader, Ezeogo Chukwu Jonah, detained in Abuja. They petition state lawmakers, alleging a kingship tussle and injustice. Read the full story.

Contractors Protest N760bn Debt, Disrupt Ministry

Indigenous contractors block the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja, demanding payment of N760 billion for completed 2024 projects. The protest disrupts government activities as financial distress deepens.

Ifon youth protest 5-year delay in monarch installation

Youths in Ifon community protest the 5-year delay in installing a new monarch after Oba Israel Adewusi's death. They demand Governor Aiyedatiwa's urgent intervention to fill the leadership vacuum hindering development.

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