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AFCON 2025: Wilfred Ndidi Vows to Pay Super Eagles’ Unpaid Bonuses If Government Fails

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Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has pledged to personally cover outstanding match bonuses for players and officials at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco if the Federal Government does not fulfil the payments before Saturday’s quarter-final clash with Algeria. Ndidi made the commitment in comments shared by BBC journalist Oluwashina Okeleji on Thursday, despite assurances from the Federal Government that the funds would be released between Thursday and Friday. “I have been encouraging the team to stay focused and continue training for the Algeria game. I’ve been doing this since our second match,” Ndidi said. “I have now assured the players and staff that I will personally pay the bonuses if the authorities fail to do so before Saturday.” He stressed that financial distractions must not affect the team’s performance, noting that he does not want unresolved bonus issues to disrupt preparations. Reports had earlier surfaced that players and officials were considering refusing to travel to Marrakech or attend training sessions over unpaid bonuses for their group-stage matches and the round of 16. In response, the Minister of State for Finance, Doris Uzoka-Anite, announced that group-stage bonuses had been released and had passed all regulatory approvals. She added that new measures had been introduced to prevent further delays. According to her, the Federal Government and the Central Bank of Nigeria have streamlined foreign exchange processes to ensure timely payments, with transfers to players’ domiciliary accounts already underway and expected to reflect between Thursday and Friday. The Super Eagles arrived in Marrakech on Thursday and trained ahead of Saturday’s quarter-final against Algeria. Nigeria are chasing a fourth AFCON title, having previously won the tournament in 1980, 1994, and 2013.

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Super Eagles Set to Receive Outstanding AFCON Match Bonuses

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The Federal Government has confirmed that the Super Eagles’ match bonuses for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have cleared all necessary regulatory approvals. Minister of State for Finance Doris Uzoka-Anite said in a statement on Thursday that the payments would begin reflecting in the players’ domiciliary accounts “starting today or tomorrow.” The announcement comes after the Super Eagles threatened on Wednesday to boycott their travel to Marrakesh for their quarter-final match over unpaid allowances. Nigeria is set to face Algeria on Saturday in Marrakesh, about five hours from their base in Fez. Players and officials had insisted they would not make the trip until all outstanding bonuses were settled. The Eagles have yet to receive match allowances for the four games they have played so far in the tournament.

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Manchester City Held 1-1 By Brighton As Arsenal Eye Eight-Point Lead

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Manchester City’s struggles in the Premier League continued as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Brighton at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, allowing leaders Arsenal to strengthen their advantage. Despite creating numerous opportunities, City lacked the clinical edge to secure all three points and were punished in the second half when Brighton struck unexpectedly after a quiet period. Erling Haaland’s 150th goal for the club gave City the lead late in the first half, seemingly setting them on track to close the gap on Arsenal to three points before the Gunners faced Liverpool on Thursday. However, Kaoru Mitoma had other plans, scoring from almost nothing to leave City scrambling in the final stages. Brighton held firm to deny City, meaning Arsenal could extend their lead at the top to eight points with a win over Arne Slot’s Liverpool.

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Four Away Victories Mark Competitive 2025/26 NWFL Premiership Return

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The 2025/26 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership returned from the festive break with an action-packed Matchday Five, as nine fixtures were played across the country on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. In Lagos, FC Robo Queens extended their perfect start to the season with a narrow 1–0 victory over debutants Ahudiyannem Queens. Opeyemi Ajakaye struck within seconds of kickoff, a goal that proved decisive as the Lagos side recorded their fifth consecutive win – the longest active winning run in the league. Ahudiyannem Queens remain in search of their first NWFL Premiership victory. At Iyahmo, Osun Babes secured a vital 1–0 away win against Confluence Queens, compounding the hosts’ difficult start to the campaign. Naimot Kazeem netted the winner in the 62nd minute to claim maximum points for the visitors. Former champions Rivers Angels continued their impressive form with a commanding 3–0 victory over Adamawa Queens in Makwada. Forward Abasiofon Uwah delivered a standout performance, scoring all three goals in the second half to become the first player this season to register a hat-trick. In Ikenne, Nasarawa Amazons ended Remo Stars Ladies’ unbeaten run with a hard-fought 1–0 win at Remo Stars Stadium. Ayatsea Hembafan’s early strike in the 11th minute, which came off the post before crossing the line, proved enough to separate the sides. Abia Angels recorded a comfortable 2–0 victory over Sunshine Queens, with goals from Ekezie Onyedikachi and Winner David securing all three points. In Asaba, Delta Queens also claimed a 2–0 home win against Dannaz Ladies, courtesy of goals from Amarachukwu Onuorah and Rita Tsebee. Defending champions Bayelsa Queens edged Ibom Angels 2–1 in a closely contested South-South derby. First-half goals from Kesiena Ojiyovwi and Janet Akekeromowei laid the foundation for victory, despite a second-half response from Helen David. Elsewhere, Ekiti Queens, playing at their adopted home ground in Abeokuta, secured a 1–0 win over Naija Ratels FC, with Ismail Zainab scoring the decisive goal in the 73rd minute. The only stalemate of the round occurred in Ibadan, where Pacesetter Queens and Heartland Queens played out a goalless draw. As Matchday Five concludes, the NWFL Premiership continues to build momentum, with early title contenders asserting their credentials while several sides look to regroup ahead of the next round of fixtures.

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Morocco 2025: Marrakech Set For a War Like No Other

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Saturday’s third quarter-final of the 35th Africa Cup of Nations is certainly the pick of the last-8 clashes, as Nigeria’s Super Eagles and the Fennecs of Algeria clash for the 23rd time at senior level, since their first encounter at the 2nd All-Africa Games in Lagos 55 years ago.   Games between both teams over the past five-and-half decades have been laced with thrills and frills, shocking scorelines, drama, end-game flips, stunning comebacks, awesome performances by star players, and a bit of infamy.   The encounter in Marrakech will be the 10th time that both countries will clash in African football’s biggest championship, with Nigeria having won only three of the previous nine duels. Algeria have won four, and the other two have ended in stalemates.   One stalemate was the infamous clash of Bouake in 1984, when both teams were suspected to have ‘reached an accord’ to play a scoreless draw in order for both teams to qualify to the semi-finals, and get Cup holders Ghana eliminated.   Nigeria defeated Algeria to win their first AFCON trophy on home soil in 1980, and 10 years later, Algeria defeated Nigeria to win their first AFCON on home soil!   Marrakechi, Morocco’s fourth largest city, is set to host a massive showdown that will create its own story as a chapter in the book of one of African football’s greatest rivalries.   FIFA World Cup Do-Me-I -Do-You   NIGERIA VS ALGERIA (10 October 1981): The highest-stakes confrontations between Nigeria and Algeria have been in FIFA World Cup qualifying series, starting with the shocking defeat of then reigning African champions Nigeria by the Fennecs in Lagos in October 1981.   Before the match, a couple of decisions by then NFA (including an increase in match ticket price) did not go down with the players. A couple of retired players were brought back to the team, creating discontent and disharmony. Algeria ran away with a 2-0 win, both goals scored in the first half.   ALGERIA VS NIGERIA (30 October 1981): In Constantine three weeks later, not much could be rescued. The Eagles lost 1-2 and crashed out of the race.   NIGERIA VS ALGERIA (03 July 1993): Visitors Algeria raced to an early lead through striker Abdelhafid Tasfaout, but Nigeria clawed their way back starting with Jay Jay Okocha’s free-kick, and an imperious Rashidi Yekini display, to win 4-1.   ALGERIA VS NIGERIA (08 Oct 1993): Algeria fought hard to stop Nigeria’s bid for a first-ever FIFA World Cup ticket, but failed. Finidi George’s first-half goal was enough for a 1-1 finish and Nigeria’s ticket to USA 1994 was assured.   NIGERIA VS ALGERIA (03 July 2004): Joseph Yobo rose above everyone else at the far post to score Nigeria’s only goal in Abuja in a 2006 FIFA World Cup qualifier.

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Breaking: Super Eagles’ Players Embark On Strike

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Reports from Fez, Morocco have it that members of the Super Eagles have embarked on a strike action, as they have declined resuming training after their 4-0 win over Mozambique. Camp sources informed that the players insisted that they would’t return to trainning should the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) fail to pay them their winning bonus and other camp allowance. The players, according to our reliable source, also threatened not to embark on the trip to Marrakech for their quarterfinal tie against Algeria if their demands are not met by the football house. So far, the Super Eagles has maintained 100 percent record as they have won all matches in their campaign at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025). The latest development will be the second in the space on three months after the World Cup Play Off episode where the players protested to be paid their bonuses before filling out against DR Congo.

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Egypt Set For Blockbuster AFCON Quarterfinal Against Cote d’Ivoire

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Egypt’s route to the AFCON semi-finals has been locked in for a heavyweight quarter-final against defending champions Cote d’Ivoire. Cote d’Ivoire swept aside Burkina Faso in the round of 16. The Ivorians’ win was built on an impressive display by Manchester United winger Amad Diallo, who opened the scoring and assisted the second before half-time. For Egypt, the tie is the next test of a knockout run that has already been tough. The Pharaohs edged Benin 3–1 after extra time in the round of 16. Following a long-range strike from Marwan Attia, Egypt needed a looping header from Yasser Ibrahim and a late breakaway finish from Mohamed Salah in extra time to qualify. Beyond the immediate stakes, the matchup carries history. Egypt and Cote d’Ivoire will face each other for the 12th time in the AFCON. Egypt has a strong track record, having won all five of its knockout matches against the Ivorians, including three victories decided by penalty shootouts. However, Hossam Hassan’s preparation is complicated by injury concerns, especially at left-back. Mohamed Hamdy was forced off against Benin after suffering an ACL injury early in the match. If Egypt plans to manage risk and win the moments, Cote d’Ivoire arrive as the kind of opponent that can punish even brief lapses. Diallo has been one of the tournament’s standout attackers, scoring three times and assisting once so far in the AFCON. The quarter-final is scheduled for Saturday, 10 January 2026, in Agadir, with kick-off at 21:00.

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DR Congo’s Fan, Kukah Mboladinga Becomes Africa Cup Of Nations’ Iconic “Human Statue”

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The Democratic Republic of Congo exited the Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday, but Michel Kuka Mboladinga, known as the “human statue,” stole the spotlight. Draped in bright, colorful clothing, Kuka stands completely still during matches, eyes lifted to the sky, right arm raised, palm open. On Tuesday, he was joined by hundreds of Congolese fans, whose trip to Morocco was funded by the government, for the last-16 match against Algeria, which the Leopards lost 1-0 in extra time. Kuka’s pose honors Patrice Lumumba, Congo’s independence leader and first prime minister, whose statue stands in Kinshasa. Lumumba was assassinated in 1961 by Katanga separatists and Belgian mercenaries, leaving one of the darkest marks in Congo-Belgium history. Fans at the tournament praised Kuka’s tribute. “He is our brother,” said 30-year-old Laetitia Malula in Casablanca before the Algeria game. “He chose to imitate Lumumba, our hero. That is why we chant his name.” DR Congo’s Cup of Nations campaign comes amid ongoing conflict in the east along the Rwandan border, where fighting has continued since 2021 involving the Rwandan-backed M23 group. Kuka avoided the media, but Jered Bitobo, 35, head of communications for his supporters’ group, described the pose as “a sign of peace.” “He sends a strong message at home and abroad. The open palm represents the peace our country needs,” Bitobo said. Kuka first performed the pose years ago at matches for AS Vita Club, and it has since become his signature at every game.

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