The Nigerian Army denies online claims of soldiers planning mutiny over pay, calling the report false, unverified and harmful to public trust. It insists troops are loyal, grievances follow internal channels, welfare is improving and the force remains disciplined.
Nigeria has petitioned FIFA against DR Congo for fielding nine ineligible players in the FIFA World Cup playoffs, the General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation confirmed. If the petition succeeds, Nigeria will qualify for the Intercontinental playoffs.