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Boko Haram · Uyo

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles finally arrive Uyo for Benin Republic clash

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The Super Eagles have finally arrived Uyo ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday 10 encounter against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic. The players and their officials were earlier expected to arrive the Akwa Ibom’s state capital on Saturday but were delayed by a flight hitch. A cracked windscreen on the charted ValueJet Airline aircraft forced the pilot to land the plane in Angola on Saturday. The contingent arrived Uyo around 8.05 …See the Story

Bola Tinubu · Uyo

Nigeria vs Benin LIVE UPDATES: Desperate Super Eagles chase vital World Cup points in Uyo

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After a turbulent campaign marked by inconsistent performances and missed opportunities, Nigeria must deliver three precious points to keep their World Cup hopes alive See the Story

World Cup · Uyo

Most Important Game of My Career -- Chelle Speaks on Super Eagles vs Cheetahs

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Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has declared that tonight's clash with Benin Republic is the most important game of his career as coach. The Malian See the Story

Nigeria vs Benin: CAF World Cup Qualifier – Kickoff Time, Team News & Predicted Lineups - OloriSuperGal

Football fans are in for a thrilling encounter as Nigeria take on Benin in a decisive CAF World Cup 2026 qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. The match is scheduled for Wednesday, October 15, 2025, with kickoff at 5 p.m. WAT (4 p.m. GMT). Nigeria vs Benin: CAF World Cup Qualifier – Kickoff Time, Team News & Predicted Lineups This fixture is set to determine the fate of both sides in Group C. Benin currently lead the gr…World Cup · Uyo Read Article

2026 FIFA World Cup Campaign: Nigeria qualify for FIFA World Cup Africa Playoff Tourney – The NFF Official Website

A Victor Osimhen hat-trick and a sensational pile-driver by substitute Frank Onyeka that ensured a 4-0 win over Benin Republic in Uyo on Tuesday evening was enough to send Nigeria to the Four-Team CAF Playoff Tournament for the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals. The three-time African champions knew before kickoff that they would qualify automatically […]Soccer · Uyo Read Article

Man adopted into Rev Uma Ukpai’s family shares how late preacher treated him, mentions plans he had

A man who said he was adopted into late Rev. Uma Ukpai’s family opened up about how he was treated. He mentioned the plans he had had for the late preacher.Uyo · Uyo Read Article

Eagles Miss Out On Automatic World Cup Qualification Despite 4–0 Win Over Benin - Daily Trust

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The Super Eagles of Nigeria cruised to a 4–0 victory over the Benin Republic on Tuesday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo but fell short of securing automatic qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Despite the emphatic win, Nigeria finished as one of the best second-placed teams in the CAF qualifying series and will now advance to the African playoff round. Striker Victor Osimhen was the standout performer of the night, sc…World Cup · Uyo See the Story

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles cruise past Benin 4–0, but South Africa seal automatic qualification

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The Super Eagles concluded their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign with a resounding 4–0 victory over Benin Republic on Tuesday evening. Nigeria enteredWorld Cup · Uyo See the Story

Seplat Energy awards scholarship to 200 students in Akwa Ibom

Seplat Energy which acquired the assets and liabilities of Mobil Producing Nigeria has announced the award of scholarship to 200 students mostly from the host community in Akwa Ibom. The oil company’s General Manager, Public Affairs, Ogechukwu Udeagha, said so far 475 students have benefited from the scheme. “So far, The post Seplat Energy awards scholarship to 200 students in Akwa Ibom appeared first on National Accord Newspaper.Akwa Ibom · Akwa Ibom Read Article

Super Eagles defender Bassey survives injury scare - Score Nigeria

Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey almost did not start today’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Benin in Uyo have he suffered an injury scare during warm-up. However, the Fulham defender was promptly patched up for him to start. Had he failed to do so, captain William Ekong would have been reinstated to the first XI.World Cup · Uyo Read Article

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2026 WCQ: Super Eagles finally arrive Uyo for Benin Republic clash

Nigeria vs Benin LIVE UPDATES: Desperate Super Eagles chase vital World Cup points in Uyo

Most Important Game of My Career -- Chelle Speaks on Super Eagles vs Cheetahs

Nigeria vs Benin: CAF World Cup Qualifier – Kickoff Time, Team News & Predicted Lineups - OloriSuperGal

Osimhen’s Hat-trick Fires Eagles Into World Cup Play-offs - Thepodiummedia

Reps Seek FG, Akwa Ibom Partnership on Seaport Project

Nigeria Await World Cup Play-Off Opponents After Benin Victory

2026 FIFA World Cup Campaign: Nigeria qualify for FIFA World Cup Africa Playoff Tourney – The NFF Official Website

Man adopted into Rev Uma Ukpai’s family shares how late preacher treated him, mentions plans he had

Eagles Miss Out On Automatic World Cup Qualification Despite 4–0 Win Over Benin - Daily Trust

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles cruise past Benin 4–0, but South Africa seal automatic qualification

Seplat Energy awards scholarship to 200 students in Akwa Ibom

Super Eagles defender Bassey survives injury scare - Score Nigeria

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Nigeria vs Benin: CAF World Cup Qualifier – Kickoff Time, Team News & Predicted Lineups - OloriSuperGal

Osimhen’s Hat-trick Fires Eagles Into World Cup Play-offs - Thepodiummedia

Reps Seek FG, Akwa Ibom Partnership on Seaport Project

Nigeria Await World Cup Play-Off Opponents After Benin Victory

2026 FIFA World Cup Campaign: Nigeria qualify for FIFA World Cup Africa Playoff Tourney – The NFF Official Website

Man adopted into Rev Uma Ukpai’s family shares how late preacher treated him, mentions plans he had

Eagles Miss Out On Automatic World Cup Qualification Despite 4–0 Win Over Benin - Daily Trust

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles cruise past Benin 4–0, but South Africa seal automatic qualification

Seplat Energy awards scholarship to 200 students in Akwa Ibom

Super Eagles defender Bassey survives injury scare - Score Nigeria