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Restitution row: how Nigeria’s new home for the Benin bronzes ended up with clay replicas
In a corner of the new Museum of West African Art, visitors can marvel at a sample display of the cultural treasures that adorned the royal palace that once stood in its place: a proud cockerel, a plaque with three mighty warriors, a bust of a...
News The Guardian Restitution row: how Nigeria’s new home for the Benin bronzes ended up with clay replicas
default In a corner of the new Museum of West African Art, visitors can marvel at a sample display of the cultural treasures that adorned the royal palace that once stood in its place: a proud cockerel, a plaque with three mighty warriors, a bust...
2026 WCQ: ‘Last chance for Nigeria’ – Benin Republic players speak ahead of Super Eagles’ clash
Benin Republic stars Steve Mounie, Tosin Aiyegun, and Jodel Dossou have shared their thoughts ahead of their crucial World Cup qualifying clash against Nigeria at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. Benin Republic defeated Rwanda 2-1...
2026 WCQ: Super Eagles finally arrive Uyo for Benin Republic clash
The Super Eagles have finally arrived Uyo ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday 10 encounter against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic. The players and their officials were earlier expected to arrive the Akwa Ibom’s state capital on...
2026 WCQ: Benin star Dossou upbeat of victory against Super Eagles
Benin Republic midfielder Jodel Dossou says the Cheetahs are determined to secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, DAILY POST reports. Gernot Rohr’s side top the Group C standings with 17 points going into their final game of the qualifiers...
CRMI, experts push for institutional reforms, stronger risk governance to strengthen economy
Risk management practitioners, economic experts and industry leaders have called for urgent institutional reforms, stronger data systems, and ethical governance to safeguard Nigeria’s economy from recurring global disruptions and internal...
How Benin Palace Shut Down ‘Iyaloja’ Politics In Edo Markets
For the past weeks, the media have been inundated with the inauguration of an Iyaloja of Edo Market and the subsequent visit to the palace of the Oba of Benin where His Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolopkolo, Ewuare II told the delegation led by...
Edo gov pledges continued repairs on federal highways
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, said his administration will continue to reconstruct and repair damaged federal highways in the state to ease the suffering of the people. Okpebholo stated this on Sunday when he visited the...
Breaking: Danger averted as Super Eagles flight diverts to Angola hours before World Cup qualifier clash vs Benin Republic
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has stated that a cracked windscreen of the chartered ValueJet Airline aircraft that was conveying the Super Eagles’ delegation from Polokwane in South Africa to Uyo, for Tuesday’s FIFA World Cup qualifying...
2026 WCQ: Benin Republic’s Key Duo Suspended For Super Eagles Clash
Benin Republic head coach Gernot Rohr will be without key stars, Yohan Roche , and Sessi D’Almeida in the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Super Eagles of Nigeria, reports Completessports.com. Roche, and D’Almeida were booked in...
World Cup Qualifier Showdown: Aircraft’s Cracked Windscreen Delays Super Eagles’ Arrival in Uyo for Benin
The Nigeria Football Federation has stated that a cracked windscreen of the chartered ValueJet Airline aircraft that was conveying the Super Eagles’ delegation from Polokwane in South Africa to Uyo, for Tuesday’s FIFA World Cup qualifying match...
2026 WCQ: Benin Republic captain Mounie ready for ‘historic’ clash with Super Eagles
Benin Republic captain Steve Mounie has declared that the Cheetahs will give their all in the clash with the Super Eagles of Nigeria, DAILY POST reports. Gernot Rohr’s side will be up against the Super Eagles in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying...
2026 WCQ: We will give our all to beat Super Eagles – Benin star Aiyegun
Benin Republic forward, Tosin Aiyegun is anticipating a tough battle against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. The Cheetahs defeated Rwanda 1-0 in Amahoro on Friday. Aiyegun scored the winning goal 10 minutes from time. Gernot Rohr’s side maintained...
Nigeria vs Benin Prediction and Betting Tips | October 14th 2025
Nigeria will host Benin at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium on Tuesday in the final round of their CAF 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualification campaign. The home side have endured a disappointing World Cup qualifying campaign so far, and must not only win...
World Cup Qualifier: Cracked aircraft windscreen delays Super Eagles’ arrival in Uyo ahead of must-win Benin clash
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that the Super Eagles’ return to Uyo for Tuesday’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic has been delayed after the aircraft conveying the team suffered a cracked...
W’Cup Qualifier: Benin Rep squad arrives Nigeria as technical issue delays Eagles’ return from South Africa
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced that the Super Eagles’ arrival in Uyo for Tuesday’s FIFA World Cup qualifying clash against Benin Republic has been delayed due to a technical issue with their aircraft. According to the NFF, the...
NBA Benin Chairman Calls For Reforms, Commends Judiciary At Edo Legal Year Opening
2 The Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Benin Branch, Mr. Idemudia Iredia Osifo, has called for renewed commitment to justice delivery, and improved welfare for judicial officers. He also called for stronger collaboration between the...
Super Eagles arrive in Uyo for crucial World Cup Qualifier vs Benin after flight problem, video
Super Eagles have arrived in Uyo, two days after their victory against Lesotho at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane The Nigerian players and technical crew had an emergency landing in Angola following a cracked windscreen of their plane The...
FUNERAL: Rev. Jegede Tex Franklyn Of Rhema Springs Int’l. Laid To Rest In Benin City
The body of Reverend Jegede Tex Franklyn of Rhema Springs International has been committed to mother earth in Benin city. Family members, friend and several minsters of the gospel graced the burial ceremony. Jonah Omorowa has details....
2026 WCQ: Referee for Nigeria v Benin Republic game named
By John Ogunsemore Egyptian referee, Amin Mohamed Omar will take charge of Nigeria’s final 2026 World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic. The game is scheduled to take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State on...