The Federal Republic of Nigeria expresses grave concern and unequivocally condemns, in the strongest possible terms, the attempted forcible seizure of power in the Republic of Benin in the early hours of Sunday, 7 December 2025. This act of destabilisation constitutes a direct assault on democracy, constitutional order, and the sovereign will of the Beninese…
A group of soldiers on Sunday, December 7, interrupted a live broadcast on Benin’s state television, declaring that the country’s government had been dissolved in what appears to be an attempted military coup. During the broadcast, the soldiers announced the overthrow of President Patrice Talon, who has led Benin since 2016. They further proclaimed that…
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has vowed that his team will stay focused and purposeful in their bid to secure victory against the Benin Republic in Tuesday’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier. Speaking at a pre-match press conference in Uyo on Monday, Chelle emphasized the importance of the game, stating: “We have to win….
After German Bruno Labbadia decided against taking over because the Nigeria Football Federation would not pay his tax bill, he was a late substitute. Former Bundesliga manager Labbadia was supposed to take on fellow countryman Gernot Rohr, who three months prior had orchestrated Benin’s 2-1 triumph over Nigeria in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match….
The Super Eagles’ roster for the September 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) doubleheader against Benin and Libya will be announced tomorrow, August 28, barring some last-minute maneuvering. On September 7, the Super Eagles will face The Cheetahs of Benin Republic in Uyo for Matchday One. On September 10, they will travel to Kigali for…
