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CAF Annuls Nigeria’s Edo Queens 4-1 Penalty Win Over Ghana’s Ampem Darkoa, WAFU-B Final to Resume From Extra Time
CAF has annulled the penalty shootout that gave Edo Queens a 4-1 victory over Ampem Darkoa Ladies in the WAFU-B qualifying final. The match will resume from the beginning of extra time with the score at 2-2.

NBBF Congress Controversy Deepens As Kwara, Osun Chairmen Allegedly Denied Entry In Yola
The NBBF Congress in Yola has sparked fresh controversy after the chairmen of the Kwara and Osun Basketball Associations were allegedly denied entry into the meeting.

Chidi Harmony Chidera: The Captain Who Came to Beat Everyone at the WAFU B U17 Girls Cup
Captain Chidi Harmony Chidera scored four goals as Nigeria’s Flamingos beat Togo 4-0 to win the 2026 WAFU B U17 Girls Cup with a perfect record. Harmony said beating Ghana and hosts Côte d’Ivoire meant the most after Nigeria lost the 2024 final to Ghana on penalties.

Nigeria 4-0 Togo: Flamingos Win WAFU B U17 Girls Cup With Perfect Record
Nigeria’s Flamingos beat Togo 4-0 to win the 2026 WAFU B U17 Girls Cup with a perfect record. Harmony scored two penalties, Umejiaku and Adegbuyi added the late goals, and Nigeria finished on 15 points with 17 scored and two conceded.

Super Eagles’ 4-4-2 Diamond Exposed the Gaps Against Madagascar
Nigeria’s 2-1 win over Madagascar exposed tactical weaknesses in Eric Chelle’s 4-4-2 setup, particularly in midfield balance, defensive transitions and wing play, despite a stronger second-half showing.

Eric Chelle Hails Team Spirit After New Boys Make Immediate Impact
Eric Chelle has praised his team’s strong dressing-room spirit after two new players scored on their debut, highlighting humility, unity and the squad’s role in helping new arrivals adapt quickly.

NBBF Sets October 15 For Crucial Elective Congress In Abuja
The NBBF has scheduled its Elective Congress for October 15, 2026, in Abuja, with stakeholders set to elect a new leadership for Nigerian basketball.

Nigeria vs Togo: Flamingos Final WAFU B U17 Girls Cup Match Preview, Kick-off Time & How to Watch Live
Nigeria face Togo in their final 2026 WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup fixture on Sunday, 27 September, in Yamoussoukro. The Flamingos have 12 points from four wins and will be crowned champions with a win or draw.

Nigeria 2-1 Madagascar: Ilenikhena, Usor Shine on Super Eagles Debut as Moses Simon Reaches 100 Caps
The Super Eagles began their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign with a 2–1 comeback win over Madagascar, with George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor both scoring on their senior international debuts. Moses Simon also reached 100 appearances for Nigeria.

Nigeria vs Madagascar: Chelle Names Super Eagles Starting XI for AFCON 2027 Qualifier
Stanley Nwabali starts in goal, with Wilfred Ndidi captaining the Super Eagles as Nigeria face Madagascar in their opening 2027 AFCON qualifier.

Osinachi Ohale Retires from International Football After 16 Years of Service to Nigeria
Super Falcons defender Osinachi Ohale has announced her retirement from international football after 16 years, 86 caps, four FIFA Women’s World Cups and five WAFCON titles.

Nigeria vs Madagascar: Chelle Demands Strong Start as Ndidi Says Super Eagles Must Set the Momentum
Éric Chelle and Wilfred Ndidi have called for focus, intensity and a strong start as Nigeria begin their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign against Madagascar in Uyo.

Nigeria 2-0 Côte d’Ivoire: Flamingos Make It Four From Four at WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup
Nigeria’s Flamingos beat hosts Côte d’Ivoire 2-0 at the 2026 WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup in Yamoussoukro. Oluwakemi Adegbuyi scored in the 4th minute and Pattra Oparanmegwa added a second in the 83rd as Nigeria made it four wins from four, 12 points and another clean sheet.

Nigeria vs Madagascar: Super Eagles AFCON 2027 Qualifier, Kick-off Time, Squad, Head-to-Head & How to Watch Live
Nigeria begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Madagascar in Uyo on Friday, September 25. Here is everything to know about the Super Eagles' squad, Osimhen's absence, Madagascar's team news, head-to-head record, Group L, kick-off time and how to watch the match live.

Nigeria vs Côte d’Ivoire: Flamingos WAFU B U17 Girls Cup Match Preview, Kick-off Time & How to Watch Live
Nigeria’s Flamingos face Côte d’Ivoire on Thursday in their fourth match of the 2026 WAFU B U17 Girls Cup. Nigeria lead the standings with nine points from three wins, while Côte d’Ivoire have six points from two wins and one defeat.

Nigeria 2-0 Burkina Faso: Flamingos Stay Top of WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup
Nigeria’s Flamingos remain top of the 2026 WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup table with nine points from three games after a 2-0 victory over Burkina Faso in Yamoussoukro.

Zambia End Nora Häuptle Era as Copper Queens Seek New Direction
Zambia have parted ways with Copper Queens head coach Nora Häuptle by mutual agreement, with assistant coach Charles Haalubono taking interim charge.

Aruna, Omotayo Fly Nigeria’s Flag at 2026 African Table Tennis Championships
Quadri Aruna and Olajide Omotayo will lead Nigeria’s singles challenge at the 2026 ITTF Africa Championships in Tangier, despite the country’s absence from the team events.

Morocco End Nigeria’s Davis Cup Challenge With Doubles Win
Morocco defeated Nigeria in the decisive Davis Cup doubles rubber to seal a 3-0 lead and secure qualification for the 2027 World Group I Play-offs.

Nigeria 0-1 Colombia: Falconets Exit FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup After Late Quarter-Final Blow
Nigeria’s Falconets have been eliminated from the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after a 1-0 quarter-final defeat to Colombia in Łódź. Despite creating more attempts and hitting the crossbar, Nigeria were punished by Valerin Loboa’s 90+2-minute winner after Kafayat Mafisere was sent off in the closing stages.