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Nigeria's World Cup Dreams in Jeopardy as Players Boycott Training Over Unpaid Bonuses

Nigeria's World Cup hopes hang in the balance as players boycott training over unpaid bonuses just days before their decisive clash with Gabon.

International Business Times

Is Nigeria vs Gabon on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup play-off

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the decisive World Cup qualifier

The Independent UK

‘Fashion has the power to create jobs, preserve culture and transform lives’: is Lagos the world’s most exciting fashion week?

Since its inception 15 years ago, the Nigerian event has established itself on the international fashion calendar. Platforming sustainability and social issues, and showcasing local talent, it’s doing things a little differently

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Ethiopia wins bid to host Cop32 in 2027, edging out Nigeria

Ethiopia said on Tuesday it would host the United Nations' Cop32 climate summit in 2027, fending off a rival bid from Nigeria to land an influential role that will allow it to shape the agenda and outcomes of the event. The more immediate choice of host for next year's Cop31…

Radio France Internationale

Nigeria: Super Eagles' pay dispute 'resolved' after training boycott ahead of World Cup qualifier

Crucial play-off game is set to be played on Thursday

Evening Standard

Nigeria players boycott training over wage dispute ahead of crunch World Cup qualifier

Some players are reportedly owed bonuses dating back as far as 2019

Evening Standard

Nigeria, US and UK to investigate cartel behind $235 million cocaine seizure at Lagos port

The significant seizure represents one of the largest in the country's history

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How Nigeria’s grazing law also shapes land divisions and violence

When Nigeria’s Benue State Anti‑Open Grazing Law was passed in 2017, it brought hope that pastoralist herders would move to ranches, farmers would gain peace, and violent conflict between herders and farmers would ease.

The Conversation

'Where is Victor Osimhen?' Nigeria fans asking the same question after latest squad update

Forward was missing from most recent squad list

Evening Standard

Terrorist turf war battle in north-eastern Nigeria leaves about 200 dead

Fighting between Boko Haram and rival militants from Islamic State West Africa Province broke out on shores of Lake Chad

The Guardian - UK

Protesters target major new Nigerian museum embroiled in looted artefacts row

Protest at Mowaa comes amid dispute over ownership of Benin bronzes looted by British colonial forces

The Guardian - UK

My father, Ken Saro-Wiwa, died fighting for a clean Nigeria. Thirty years on, it’s time to stop sucking on the dirty teat of the oil cash cow

In 1995, as one of the Ogoni Nine, he was hanged after protesting against Shell’s oil pollution. With education and a move towards renewable energy, we can honour his legacy

The Guardian - UK

Protesters disrupt the soft opening of a new museum in Nigeria that was to house returned artifacts

Protesters in Nigeria have disrupted the soft launch of a new, state-backed museum in the country’s south ahead of its scheduled opening this week, saying it was a violation of Benin City's cultural heritage

The Independent UK

Does Trump truly care about Nigerian Christians? Of course not – he just knows faith sells

In a bid to exercise absolute power, today’s crop of authoritarian leaders is recruiting – and exploiting – believers, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall

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The Independent UK

Nigeria's army chief promises to step up anti-terror operations

Nigeria’s new army chief has promised to intensify operations against terrorists in the north

The Conversation

Nigeria’s violent conflicts are about more than just religion – despite what Trump says

The US president, Donald Trump, is threatening military action in Nigeria over what he sees as the persecution of Christians there. He has accused the Nigerian government of not doing enough to prevent radical Islamists from committing “mass slaughter” against Christians in the west African nation.

The Conversation

African poetry is celebrated in a groundbreaking publishing project

For 10 years, Ghanaian poet Kwame Dawes and his friend the Nigerian writer Chris Abani have sifted through piles of manuscripts looking for Africa’s new poetic talent. Since 2014, the African Poetry Book Fund has been assembling a formidable archive of writing through the New Generation African Poets Chapbook Series.

The Conversation

The comedy economy: Nigeria’s online video skits are making millions

Short comedy videos circulating on social media have created a booming industry in Nigeria in the past few years. The country’s comedy creators put their skits out on platforms like YouTube, TikTok and Instagram to reach a massive audience.

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Evening Standard

Nigeria: Victor Osimhen warms up for crucial World Cup play-off with Champions League hat-trick

The Galatasaray striker has scored six goals in just three Champions League appearances this season

The Guardian - UK

Nigeria head coach Justine Madugu: ‘As Africans, we love expressing ourselves’

Library science graduate who made this year’s Ballon d’Or shortlist has Wafcon title defence and World Cup in his sights

International Business Times UK

White House Posts Viral Trump Video on Nigeria: US Claims It Will 'Save Christians Worldwide' — but Is the Crisis Real?

A White House video of Trump warning of a 'mass slaughter' of Christians in Nigeria sparks global debate, as experts dispute the scale of the crisis.

The Conversation

Is there a Christian genocide in Nigeria? Evidence shows all faiths are under attack by terrorists

Terrorism and insurgency have ravaged parts of Nigeria since 2009, especially in the northern regions. Tens of thousands of Nigerians have been killed and millions have been displaced by the violence. Nigeria was ranked sixth in the 2025 Global Terrorism Index, with a score of 7.658, moving up from eighth…

The Mary Sue

‘Completely wipe out’: Nobel Peace Prize wannabe Donald Trump wants to add Nigeria to his war portfolio

After allegedly ending eight wars, United States President Donald Trump now has his eyes on preventing a ninth conflict currently happening in Nigeria. Trump recently expressed his views on this issue while speaking with journalists aboard Air Force One.

The Independent UK

Trump threatened military action in Nigeria after Fox News wondered if he should ‘step up’ over treatment of Christians

‘Does this president need to step up and do more?’ Fox News’ John Roberts wondered on Friday, less than an hour before the president began posting about Nigeria on Truth Social.

The Guardian - UK

Why is Donald Trump threatening military intervention in Nigeria?

US president’s remarks about alleged persecution of Christians seemingly in response to pressure from his evangelical base

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