Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Ike Shorunmu has called on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to take immediate steps in preparing the national team for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to sports analysts, Nigeria’s recent World Cup qualifying campaign ended in disappointment after a 4-3 penalty defeat to DR Congo in the African play-offs. The match had ended 1-1 after extra time, denying the country a return to the global stage following its absence from the Qatar 2022 tournament.

Speaking with Footy-Africa, Shorunmu urged the NFF to focus on future challenges and prioritize rebuilding the squad without delay. He emphasized that the federation must act swiftly to develop a strong strategy for the upcoming AFCON.

“What has happened is behind us now, and it is important for Nigerian football to look ahead,” Shorunmu said. “The Africa Cup of Nations is approaching, and proper planning and preparation are essential for the team to perform at its best.”

He noted that time is a critical factor, stressing that fans expect a determined response from the Super Eagles following recent setbacks. Shorunmu believes the players are aware of the nation’s expectations and will strive to redeem themselves at the continental tournament.

Reflecting on Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, Shorunmu acknowledged the widespread disappointment and blamed inadequate preparation for the result. “In terms of preparation, things were a little sloppy,” he said, urging the NFF to prioritize early planning for major competitions moving forward.

The Super Eagles are scheduled to kick off their 2025 AFCON campaign against Tanzania on December 23, before facing Tunisia on December 27 and concluding the group stage against Uganda on December 30 in pursuit of their fourth continental title.

According to Nivo News, operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have taken into custody Archbishop Angel Oyeghe over allegations of conspiracy, naira mutilation, and suspected money laundering.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Benin Zonal Directorate of the anti-corruption agency arrested Oyeghe on Tuesday. The self-proclaimed Archbishop, who heads the Faith Healing Ministry in Warri, Delta State, was apprehended after a video circulated online showing several individuals under her supervision spraying naira notes on a live cow during a church event.

The EFCC stated that it is pursuing other individuals connected to the incident, noting that the actions of the suspects violate Section 21 of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007.

Archbishop Oyeghe has provided useful statements to investigators and will be formally charged in court once the ongoing investigation is completed.

According to Nivo News, human rights activist Liborous Oshoma has attributed the ongoing crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the failures of its past leaders. Speaking on Arise News, Oshoma accused Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike of destabilizing the party ahead of the 2027 elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Oshoma stated that the PDP turned to Wike for support after former leaders abandoned the party during its most critical moments. He explained, “I would not just start the crisis of PDP from 2023. I would first and foremost blame the past presidents that the platform of the PDP produced for abandoning the party when it needed them most. At that time, it suddenly dawned on them that there was no money to run the party. Some persons went to mortgage the party to Modu Sheriff. Atiku had left. Obasanjo had torn his PDP card. And then they quickly ran to Wike.”

He further argued that this move effectively “mortgaged the party’s future” to the then Rivers State governor without fully considering the repercussions. Highlighting the party’s legal disputes, Oshoma pointed to the prolonged conflict between the Federal High Court in Abuja and the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt, noting, “It shows truly that something is wrong.”

Oshoma also criticized Wike for turning against PDP leaders he previously supported, stating, “You said you wanted Uche Secondus out, he went out. Atiku was your problem, Atiku had gone. Now Damagum came. You were in hot romance with him until now. Enough should be enough.”

On the contentious Ibadan convention, Oshoma condemned the persistent clashes between courts of coordinate jurisdiction, explaining, “It’s sad and unfortunate that at this day and time, we’re still having a ping-pong of judgments and court orders. When courts of coordinate jurisdiction clash, you pick and choose which to obey. In this case, the last court order, from Oyo State, was obeyed, and they went ahead with the convention.”