The semifinal between the two continental giants presents a chance to extend bragging rights on and off the pitch. South African broadcaster Robert Marawa told Al Jazeera: “The SA vs Nigeria love-hate affair crosses many issues from being the number one economic hub in Africa to Nigeria claiming that South Africa would never have won AFCON in ’96 if they …
Nigeria advanced to the Women’s World Cup knockout stages for the third time in its history after a 0-0 draw with Ireland in its final Group B match on Monday, with the African side finishing second in the group behind host Australia. Nigeria will have to wait until Tuesday to discover its last-16 opponent, but it is likely to play …
Nigeria and Canada, two talented teams who have underperformed at recent tournaments, will face each other on Friday. When: Friday, July 21 Where: Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, Melbourne, Australia Kickoff: 12:30pm local time Canada and Nigeria will both look to make a mark on the tournament in a hotly anticipated clash between two perennial World Cup underperformers. ‘This team is full …
There are 93.4 million eligible voters for February 25 polls, the sixth since Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999. Lagos and Abuja, Nigeria – On February 25, Nigerians will go to the polls to elect President Muhammadu Buhari’s replacement as he is serving out the second of his constitutionally permitted two four-year terms. Top contenders include Bola Tinubu, a two-term …
