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Ademola Lookman has completed his move to Atletico Madrid after signing a long-term deal with the club to play for them until 30 June 2030.

The Nigeria National League (NNL) has announced an extension of the mid-season transfer phase and the registration period of new players for the second half of the season, shifting from Saturday, 31 January, to Friday, 6 February 6, 2026.

The Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has expressed his deep sympathies to the Super Eagles captain and Turkish Super Lig side Besiktas player, Wilfred Ndidi, following the death of his father, Sunday Ndidi, in a tragic road accident that occurred on Tuesday in Umunede, close to Agbor, Delta State.

FIFA released its current world rankings on Monday, showing a significant improvement for Nigeria as the Super Eagles climbed to 26th place on FIFA’s official website, up from their previous 38th position.

Senegal were crowned Africa Cup of Nations champions after Pape Gueye’s extra-time strike sealed a dramatic 1–0 victory over hosts Morocco in a chaotic final that saw tempers flare and controversy dominate the closing stages. Morocco appeared to have been handed a golden chance to decide the match deep into stoppage time when Brahim Diaz stepped up to take a penalty in the 24th minute of added time at the end of normal play. The award, which followed a lengthy VAR review, sparked immediate dispute on the pitch and in the stands.

BUA Group Chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu has promised to fulfil his $500,000 pledge to the Super Eagles as a thank you for their performance, even though the team was eliminated from the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after losing to host Morocco in a penalty shootout. Morocco defeated Nigeria 4-2 on penalties in a close home semi-final match to advance to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final. "You left everything on the pitch, and that is worthy of celebration," Rabiu said, praising the players for their unwavering efforts.