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CAF Bans, Fines Algerian Players After Nigeria Quarter-Final Incident

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has sanctioned Algeria following disturbances linked to their quarter-final clash with Nigeria. CAF’s Disciplinary Board announced both sporting and financial penalties against the Algerian Football Federation (FAF), citing misconduct by players, officials, and fans during and after the match. Player Suspensions Two Algerian players have been suspended for future international matches: Goalkeeper Luca Zidane will miss two games during the AFCON 2027 qualifiers. Rafik Belghali received a four-match ban, with two matches suspended, meaning he will serve two immediately unless further violations occur. Fines FAF was fined a total of USD 100,000 for various breaches: USD 5,000 for team misconduct linked to yellow and red cards USD 25,000 for inappropriate conduct by players and officials USD 5,000 for flare usage USD 5,000 for throwing objects USD 10,000 for failing to respect security measures USD 50,000 for offensive gestures directed at referees CAF described the behaviour as serious violations of its disciplinary and safety rules, particularly those concerning referees and match security. Appeal in Progress The Algerian Football Federation has immediately filed an appeal against the sanctions. The matter will be reviewed by CAF’s Appeals Committee, which will decide whether the suspensions and fines will stand or be reduced. Algeria is now preparing for upcoming international fixtures while the appeal process unfolds.

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iShowSpeed Confirms Nigeria’s ‘Jollof Rice’ Betters Senegal’s Jollof

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American streamer iShowSpeed has declared that Nigeria serves the best jollof rice, claiming it beats Senegal’s version during a livestream in Nigeria. During the session, he told his audience, “Nigeria had the best Jollof so far,” a statement that earned loud applause from fans watching live. The remark came after Speed recently visited Senegal, where he tasted their local jollof rice before returning home. Drawing from his firsthand experience, he confidently gave Nigeria the edge, reigniting the ongoing debate over which West African country makes the finest jollof rice. Fans of Nigerian jollof have praised his declaration, celebrating the recognition of their iconic dish. IShowSpeed officially rated Nigerian jollof rice as the best in Africa, putting it ahead of Senegal and Ghana 🇳🇬🔥🤣 pic.twitter.com/tEyWb0kJ8K — Twitch Naija (@Twitchnaija) January 21, 2026

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Bobrisky Claims Colleagues’ Fame “Sank Like Titanic Yacht” Since UK Relocation

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Social media personality Bobrisky has taken a jab at his colleagues in Nigeria, claiming their online engagement and popularity have sharply declined since he relocated to the United Kingdom. In a post on Instagram, he wrote: “But wait!!! As soon as I left Nigeria all dis wanna be Bob in Nigeria engagement and name sank like Titanic yacht. You can see I was the one helping them get noticed. How can you post and have 17 comment? Literally all ur post are hidden. Likes damn, from fame to followers.” Bobrisky suggested that many of these “wannabe Bob” influencers relied on his presence to boost their visibility, and now struggle to attract attention on social media. His comments underline his view that his influence had been key in helping some peers gain recognition in Nigeria’s digital scene before his move to the UK.

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Osimhen, Lookman, Bassey Named in AFCON 2025 Team of the Tournament

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Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and Calvin Bassey have earned spots in the Team of the Tournament at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The trio were among Nigeria’s standout performers as the Super Eagles finished third at the competition under the guidance of head coach Eric Chelle. Osimhen made a strong impact in attack, scoring four goals and recording two assists during the tournament. Lookman was one of the most influential players in Nigeria’s campaign, notching three goals and providing five assists in six appearances. In defence, Bassey proved dependable and composed, anchoring the backline with consistent performances in Morocco. The selections were made by the Confederation of African Football’s Technical Study Group, which assessed players’ contributions throughout the tournament.

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Richard Mills Officially Leaves Nigeria As US Ambassador Amid Global Envoy Recall

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Richard Mills has officially stepped down as United States ambassador to Nigeria following a global recall of US envoys by President Donald Trump. The US mission in Nigeria announced on Tuesday that Mills’ final day in office was Friday. He had been confirmed as ambassador in May 2024, a position normally held for three to four years. The recall, part of a broader diplomatic reshuffle in December, affected more than two dozen countries, with African nations among the most impacted. Mills’ departure comes amid strained US-Nigeria relations over visa disputes and security issues, even as both nations sought to strengthen bilateral cooperation. State Department officials emphasized that recalled ambassadors would retain their foreign service positions and could return to Washington for other assignments if they wished. The mission also stated that Keith Heffern, the current deputy chief of mission, will serve as charge d’affaires in Nigeria until further notice.

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Super Eagles Jump 12 Places To 26th In FIFA Rankings After AFCON Bronze Finish

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The Super Eagles of Nigeria have soared to 26th in the latest FIFA World Rankings, marking a stunning 12-place leap from their previous 38th position. The rise comes after Nigeria’s strong performance at the 2025 AFCON in Morocco, where they secured third place. In Africa, the Super Eagles now sit as the continent’s third-best team, trailing only AFCON champions Senegal, ranked 12th globally, and Morocco, placed eighth. Algeria and Egypt hold the fourth and fifth spots in the African standings. At the global level, the top 10 teams feature Spain, Argentina, France, England, Brazil, Portugal, Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Croatia.

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Super Eagles Earn N3.56 Billion For Third-Place Finish At 2025 AFCON

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Nigeria’s Super Eagles have pocketed N3.56 billion for securing third place at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, following a 4–2 penalty shootout win over Egypt in the bronze medal match in Casablanca. The game ended 0–0 after regulation time, with goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali emerging as the hero, saving two penalties to secure Nigeria’s ninth third-place finish at AFCON. Senegal claimed the championship for the second time in their history, edging hosts Morocco 1–0 after extra time in a dramatic final at the Stade Moulay Abdellah in Rabat. Pape Gueye scored the decisive goal just three minutes into extra time with a brilliant left-footed strike from the edge of the box, silencing the packed stadium. CAF president Patrice Motsepe announced record prize money for the 2025 tournament, with the champions earning $10 million (N14.23 billion), up from $7 million (N9.96 billion) in 2023. The runners-up Morocco received $4 million (N5.69 billion), while Nigeria’s third-place finish earned $2.5 million (N3.56 billion). Fourth-placed Egypt took home $1.3 million (N1.85 billion). Quarter-finalists were awarded $800,000 (N1.14 billion) each, teams finishing third in their groups received $700,000 (N996 million), and those finishing fourth in the groups earned $500,000 (N711 million).

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Nigerian Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali Trolls Morocco After AFCON Final Loss

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Nigerian goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali poked fun at Morocco on social media after their 1‑0 defeat to Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations final. He wrote in pidgin: “Make Una use all my towel Una carry wipe Una tears.” The comment harkens back to Nigeria’s semifinal against Morocco, where Nwabali’s towels were repeatedly taken from his side of the pitch, forcing him to replace them multiple times. Fans quickly connected the dots, seeing his message as a witty dig at Morocco’s loss. The post has gone viral, with many celebrating Nwabali’s cheeky reminder of his memorable AFCON moment.

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