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FIFA overturns Messi four-game international ban
by Azeez Adeniyi World football governing body, FIFA, on Friday overturned the four-game ban against Barcelona star Lionel Messi for swearing at an assistant referee. According to a statement by…
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N448m cash found in a shopping plaza, 12000 deportees | The 5 numbers that mattered this week
N448 million - The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) uncovered this amount worth of cash stashed in several Ghana Must Go bags in a shopping plaza in Victoria Island,…
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2026 World Cup: FIFA proposes 9 slots for Africa in new 48-team competition
by Dolapo Adelana Nine African countries may get the opportunity to represent at the 2026 edition of the FIFA World cup, the football governing body announced Thursday. The Bureau of the…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 28th of March
Read these stories and analyses here, here and here now!
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today
by Dolapo Adelana These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. 1. Senate suspends confirmation of INEC RECs over Buhari’s stance on Magu The senate on Tuesday suspended…
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FIFA hands Lionel Messi four-match ban
by Dolapo Adelana Football governing body, FIFA has banned Argentina captain, Lionel Messi for four matches. The FIFA Disciplinary Committee announced its decision on Tuesday. In a statement that committee…
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Who is Ahmad Ahmad? The man who just ended Hayatou’s 29-year reign as CAF President
It only took 29 long years after but the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has witnessed the emergence of a new leader, Ahmad Ahmad. At a presidential election that held on…
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FIFA bans Mali from international football
by Dolapo Adelana World Football governing body FIFA has suspended Mali from international football due to government interference. FIFA took the decision on Friday after the West African country's sports…
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Trump’s travel ban may affect US 2026 bid – FIFA
by Azeez Adeniyi World football governing body, FIFA has said US President Donald Trump's travel ban may affect the country's bid to host the World Cup in 2026. FIFA President…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 1st of March
Read the full stories and analyses here, here and here now!
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World Cup: FIFA to give Africa nine or ten spots
by Azeez Adeniyi FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said he would make good his promise to increase the number of African teams in the World Cup to nine or ten.…
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Pinnick appointed into FIFA organising committee
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick has been appointed into the FIFA Organising Committee for Competitions. Pinnick is currently a member of the CAF Organising Committee for…
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FIFA to expand World Cup to 48 teams
FIFA has voted to expand the World Cup to a 48-team tournament in 2026. In a unanimous decision by the FIFA Council at a meeting in Zurich on Tuesday, the…
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Ronaldo wins FIFA World Best Player
Real Madrid and Portuguese forward, Cristiano Ronaldo has been named the 2016 World Best Player at the maiden Best FIFA Football Awards in Zurich on Monday. Ronaldo defeated rival, Lionel…
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FIFA stops $1.5m grant to NFF over corruption
World football governing body, FIFA has stopped the annual $1.5 million development grant to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) over "traces of corruption", African Football reports. FIFA alleged that previous…
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FIFA pays tribute to late Stephen Keshi
World football governing body, FIFA has paid tribute to late Nigerian coach and player, Stephen Keshi in its article about fallen heroes. Keshi had died on June 7th at the…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today
These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. 1. ‘How Ibori made governors, senators from prison’ (WATCH) Peter Nwaoboshi, a Delta State Senator has narrated how former governor of…
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We didn’t misappropriate FIFA grant – NFF
The General Assembly of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has denied claims by the Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Barr. Solomon Dalung that it misappropriated the FIFA grant and…
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YNaija’s 12 Days of Christmas: The super-duper Falcons
In a lot of ways, 2016 has been a very stressful year. Hopefully, it hasn't been as stressful for you as it has been for our dear nation, Nigeria. Still,…
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Sepp Blatter loses appeal against ban
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter on Monday lost his appeal against a six-year ban for ethics violations. Blatter who led FIFA for 17 years lost his appeal when he appeared…
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Messi, Ronaldo, Griezmann shortlisted for FIFA player award
World football governing body, FIFA on Friday announced the 3-man nominee for the Best FIFA Men's Player award. Lionel Mess I, Cristiano Ronaldo and Antoine Griezmann make up the list.…
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Izu’s murder: Ban Nigeria from football until killer is produced, kinsmen tell FIFA
Relatives of murdered Shooting Stars player, Joseph Izu have called on football governing body, FIFA to intervene in the killing of the defender by soldiers. Izu was allegedly murdered by…
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N284bn, 9 iPhones | The 5 numbers that mattered this week
50th - Nigeria's latest world ranking by football body, FIFA. The Super Eagles used to be in the 60th position. N20bn - The amount deducted from the Federal Government's monthly…
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Onazi takes Lazio to FIFA over unpaid salaries
Super Eagles midfielder, Ogenyi Onazi has dragged his former club, Lazio for refusing to pay his 2 months outstanding salary, African Football reports. A source told the news platform that…
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The Media Blog: Orji Kalu has two media houses – but he still smells like a loser
You know the other day, we were just thinking about it – politicians in Nigeria buy media platforms in order to own power, to shape conversations, to control narratives, to…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories you should monitor today. ‘Even if the government is selling NLNG on credit, I am not interested in buying’ | Dangote Chairman of the…
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FIFA President, Infantino wants 48-team World Cup
FIFA President, Gianni Infantino on Monday proposed the expansion of number of teams who participate in the World Cup to 48 adding a one-match playoff. Infantino said, “The next 32 (teams) would…
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This is what the Ballon d’Or will look like now
France Football has announced that the Ballon d'Or award will now have new rules after it ended a six year contract with world football governing body, FIFA. France Football said…
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FIFA quits partnership with Ballon d’Or award
One of football's most prestigious individual awards, the Ballon d'Or will not be hosted by FIFA anymore as French publication, France Football has parted ways with the football governing body. A…
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5 Nigerian male referees not fit enough for FIFA
Five Nigerian male football referees who participated at the FIFA Physical Fitness Test held at the main bowl of the National stadium Abuja on Saturday have failed the test. The match…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy