NIGERIA

The United States House of Representatives has approved an amendment that seeks to halt all American aid to Nigeria unless the Federal Government shows real progress in containing the violence and bringing the perpetrators to justice. The proposal, sponsored by Republican Congressman Gregory Steube, was adopted by voice vote on Wednesday during consideration of the fiscal year 2027 State Department …

21-year-old Nigerian midfielder Victor Eletu has left Italian side AC Milan on a permanent transfer after seven years at the club, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Eletu joined the team at the age of 14 and progressed through the youth ranks, where he ended up being part of Nigeria’s squad for the U20 World Cup three years ago. After failing to make his …

Newly signed Zadok Yohanna has caught the eye at English Premier League side Brighton as they step up their preparation for the start of a new season, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Signed immediately after the end of the season from Swedish side AIK, the winger who has just turned 19 has immediately got to work with the first team under the watchful …

23-year-old Nigerian international striker Rafiu Durosinmi is heading towards an exit from Belgian club Genk, six months after joining the team from Czech Republic side Viktoria Plzen, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. According to the Belgian newspaper Het Nieuwsblad, he is the transfer priority of Genk, who are willing to pay 10.5 million euros to make him the most expensive signing in the …

Nigeria and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding defense cooperation as the two countries intensify efforts to combat terrorism, violent extremism and other growing security threats in West Africa and the continent. This new commitment was underscored during a courtesy visit by the United States Assistant Secretary for African Affairs, Mr. Frank Garcia, to Defense Headquarters in …

The Premier League is home to a host of the best football players from around the world. In terms of national representation, Nigeria is ranked 15th with the 2026/27 season underway. For now, there are ten players representing 2.5 percent of all players in the division. While that number could change over the rest of the transfer window, there are …

English Premier League side Fulham have reached an agreement with Trabzonspor for the signing of newly-capped Nigerian international defender Chibuike Nwaiwu, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. As we previously exclusively reported, the 22-year-old reached an agreement on personal terms, leaving both teams to shell out a transfer fee, and a deal was reached. He will now fly to England to undergo a routine …

Newly capped Nigerian international defender Christian Akpan has extended his contract with KRC Genk by four seasons until the summer of 2030, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. The 21-year-old Nigerian was the subject of interest from teams across Europe, but decided to pledge his immediate future to Genk, where he moved from the B team to the main team last season. Akpan arrived …

A bold statement by Senator Ned Nwoko has sparked fresh debate over the future of Nigerian football. According to the senator, the Super Eagles can emulate the remarkable progress made by Morocco and other ambitious football nations to become a force at the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Related: Can Nigeria keep Chelle’s $100,000 monthly salary? But what lessons should Nigeria …

The biggest soccer tournament enters its final stretch. Eight of the strongest national teams are competing for the trophy, but for millions of fans in Africa, there is only one question: Can Morocco continue its historic streak? Following the elimination of Senegal, Egypt, Ivory Coast, Algeria, South Africa and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Atlas Lions remain the …