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Segun Odegbami, Others Mourn As ‘Chairman’ Christian Chukwu, Former Super Eagles Captain, Coach Dies At 74

Global UpfrontApr 12, 2025April 12, 20250

Former Super Eagles coach, Christian Chukwu, has passed away at the age of 74. He died earlier today, though details surrounding his death remain unclear

Super Eagles Must Be At Next World Cup

Global UpfrontMar 28, 2025March 28, 20250

Daily Trust Editorial for Friday March 28, 2025 Just like previous campaigns, Nigerians are now relying on prayers to see the senior national team, Super

U.S.: George Foreman, Ageless Boxing Heavyweight Champion, Dies At 76

Global UpfrontMar 22, 2025March 22, 20250

George Foreman, a heavyweight boxing champion who returned to the sport to regain his title at the improbable age of 45, and parlayed his fame

Boosting Super Eagles With Recall Of Atlanta 96 Magic

Global UpfrontMar 19, 2025March 19, 20250

By Uzor Maxim Uzoatu The only thing that unites all Nigerians is the beautiful game of football. These are very sad times in Nigerian history

How Corruption, Insecurity, Regulatory Uncertainty Hinder Nigeria’s Ability To Attract DFI – Peter Obi

Global UpfrontJan 25, 2025January 25, 20250

Mr Peter Obi, Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 polls, has given insight into how corruption, insecurity and regulatory uncertainty is hindering Nigeria’s

Transforming Golf Into A National Asset

Global UpfrontJan 25, 2025January 25, 20250

By Abidemi Adebamiwa Golf, a game that has captivated millions worldwide, is struggling to maintain its footing in Nigeria. Once a symbol of prestige and

Tinubu Congratulates Nigeria’s Lookman, Nnadozie, Super Falcons On Winning CAF Awards

Global UpfrontDec 17, 2024December 17, 20240

President Bola Tinubu congratulates Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman on winning the 2024 CAF Men’s African Footballer of the Year. President Tinubu also hails Super Falcons goalkeeper

Kudos to CAF

Global UpfrontOct 28, 2024October 28, 20240

Daily Trust Editorial of Monday October 28, 2024 The Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Saturday took steps to maintain sportsmanship and fair treatment in

CAF Awards Three Points, Three Goals To Nigeria For Botched Libya Game

Global UpfrontOct 26, 2024October 26, 20240

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has awarded three points, and three goals to Nigeria for the missed Libya game. The development comes after the

Yoruba vs Igbo: How A 1977 Football Cup Caused Ethnic Tensions To Boil Over in Nigeria

Global UpfrontOct 21, 2024October 21, 20240

By Chuka Onwumechili & Unwana Akpan Football is a game of passion, and passions can become particularly inflamed when the sport represents larger political struggles.