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2026 WCQ: Live updates – Nigeria 4-0 Benin Republic
FULL-TIME Nigeria 4-0 Benin 90′ GOAL!!! Frank Onyeka makes it four for Nigeria! Brilliant work down the flank from Moses Simon, who beats his man and delivers a pinpoint cross into the box — Onyeka arrives perfectly to slot home. A fourth goal for...
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Nigeria vs Benin: Super Eagles to know 2026 World Cup fate today
The Super Eagles will know for sure if they will play at the 2026 World Cup today when they host Benin Republic in their final qualifying fixture. The game will be played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom. Gernot Rohr...
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FGBMFI Ghana Hosts First-Ever International Convention in Accra
The Ghana branch of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International (FGBMFI) on Saturday held a Breakfast Meeting in Accra as part of its 2025 National Convention. The Breakfast Meeting, themed “Pursuing the Greatest Business,” featured a...
Delta ports reawakening: Dantsoho’s revival plan rekindles hope in Niger Delta communities
BY JOY TAMAREBI For the first time in years, the waterfronts of Warri, Koko, Sapele, and Burutu may soon begin to hum again. Barges glide past fishing canoes, cranes groan to life, and the chatter of dockworkers breaks through the silence that...
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‘Harvest of loot’: the colonial legacies of South Australia’s Benin Bronzes
On 21 November 1898, a shipment arrived at Port Adelaide. Arranged inside two crates designated as ‘ethnographic specimens’ lay half-a-dozen items, including a carved ivory tusk, a royal’s head, and a staff topped with a bird of prophecy. “The...
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NPFL: Boboye joins Bendel Insurance, storms Benin
Newly appointed Technical Manager of Bendel Insurance FC, Kennedy Boboye has arrived in Benin City in readiness for his unveiling and new role. On arrival in Benin,Coach Boboye was warmly received by the Executive Chairman,Edo State Sports...
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2026 WCQ: We’re in Uyo to beat Super Eagles and go to World Cup — Benin Captain Mounie
Benin Republic captain, Steve Mounie has declared that the Cheetahs are ready for battle against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Gernot Rohr’s side will face the Super Eagles in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday 10 encounter at the Godswill...
2026 WCQ: Super Eagles focused on Benin clash – Chelle
The head coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, has vowed that his team will be focused on Tuesday’s decisive 2026 World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic. Chelle stated this during his pre-match news conference at the Godswill Akpabio...
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I grew up Christian but converted to Islam, says Burna Boy
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has said he was raised as a Christian before later converting to Islam as part of his ongoing spiritual journey. The ‘City Boy’ crooner made this revelation...
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ECOWAS Campaign Reaches Over 5,000 Girls in Benin
The regional bloc distributed reusable sanitary kits and conducted menstrual hygiene awareness activities across two municipalities as part of a broader initiative to combat school absenteeism. The ECOWAS Representation in Benin completed a...
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William Troost-Ekong sends message to Super Eagles teammates ahead of Benin Republic clash
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has sent a message to his teammates ahead of Benin Republic clash Nigeria's 2026 FIFA World Cup fate will be decided tomorrow when they face Benin, and South Africa face Rwanda The Super Eagles are at risk...
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Is Nigeria v Benin on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup 2026 qualifier
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2026 FIFA World Cup: Nigeria, Benin Republic in Game of Death
By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau Never in recent memory has a football match generated a lot of interest, eliciting great debates and prompting mathematical calculations laced with several ‘ifs’, yet nobody can confidently predict how the...
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From Ancient to Modern- Okpebholo Champions Benin City’s Infrastructural Renaissance
By Fred Itua After eight agonizing years under his predecessor, the destiny of Edo State in road infrastructure development is finally taking shape. Don’t be quick to lament. Indeed, there are still many bad federal roads across the state, but...
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Nigeria vs Benin: Tactical changes that could rescue Super Eagles’ World Cup hopes
As the countdown ticks toward the decisive Group C showdown between the Nigeria national football team and the Benin national football team on Tuesday, 14 October, at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, the stakes could not be higher. Head...
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Super Eagles Hold Final Training In Uyo For Benin Clash
It is matchday minus one in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, as the Super Eagles of Nigeria intensify preparations for their final 2026 World Cup qualifying clash against the Squirrels of Benin Republic. The Nigerian team arrived in the country from South...
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Nigeria vs Benin: Rohr reveals strategy to frustrate Super Eagles in Uyo
Coach of Benin Republic national team, Gernot Rohr, has revealed the strategy his team would adopt when they clash with the Super Eagles of Nigeria in the World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday. The Franco-German boss acknowledged the atmosphere at the...
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2026 WCQ: Super Eagles must fight to beat Benin Republic – Onigbinde
Former Super Eagles head coach Adegboye Onigbinde has challenged the team to give their all in the clash with Benin Republic. The Super Eagles will host Gernot Rohr’s side in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at Godswill Akpabio...
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Resident of Kokori community in Delta state celebrate after President Bola Tinubu granted amnesty to convicted and dreaded kidnap kingpin Kelvin Oniarah
Residents of Kokori community in Delta state are in celebratory mood after President Bola Tinubu granted amnesty to convicted and dreaded kidnap kingpin, Kelvin Oniarah. The 44-year-old was a dreaded leader of a kidnapping and robbery gang that...