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Iwobi Rues World Cup Miss Ahead of 100th Cap Against Portugal

As he prepares to earn his 100th cap for Nigeria in Wednesday's international friendly against Portugal, Nigeria midfielder Alex Iwobi says he has no regrets about his decade-long career with the Super Eagles. Iwobi made his senior debut for Nigeria in October 2015 and will become only the fourth Nigerian player to reach 100 international caps, joining Joseph Yobo, Vincent Enyeama and Ahmed Musa. Barring any unexpected twist, Iwobi is expected to join Jospeh Yobo, Vincent Enyeama and Ahmed Musa as one of only four Nigerians to have played a century of games for the national team when he lines out against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in Leiria. His 99th appearance was during a friendly match against Jordan in Antalya in March, and unfortunately, he was sent off after uncharacteristically reacting to an opponent grabbing him. The Fulham midfielder, who represented […]

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Chukwueze Boosts Super Eagles Squad in Lisbon Ahead of Portugal Friendly

AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze has joined the Super Eagles in Lisbon, strengthening Nigeria's squad ahead of the international friendly against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. The Super Eagles held their first training session in Lisbon on Friday as preparations gathered pace for next week's high-profile clash. The team was further boosted with Chukwueze's arrival, taking the number of players in camp to 23 under head coach Eric Chelle. The squad has since been strengthened by the arrivals of Alex Iwobi, Genk defender Christian Akpan, and now Chukwueze, bringing the team closer to full strength ahead of the clash scheduled for Wednesday in Leiria. Chukwueze had missed the Unity Cup tournament and the recent friendly against Poland following the passing and burial of his mother. His return to the national team comes as a major boost for […]

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Iwobi, Akpan Join Super Eagles as Team Lands in Portugal

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have arrived in Portugal ahead of their international friendly match against Portugal, with midfielder Alex Iwobi and striker Christian Akpan joining the squad in Lisbon. The team landed in Portugal on Wednesday, and 21 players have assembled in Lisbon ahead of the blockbuster friendly clash with Portugal on Wednesday, June 10, at the Estádio Municipal de Leiria. Alex Iwobi has joined the camp after arriving from England, while Christian Akpan has also reported to the squad. striker Samuel Chukwueze is set to arrive on Friday to complete the team before the match. The Super Eagles will face Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo and former European champions, in an international friendly game that serves as preparation ahead of the FIFA 2026 World Cup. Prior to the Portugal match, the Super Eagles played a 2-2 draw against […]

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Wisniewski’s Last-Gasp Goal Denies Eagles Victory in Warsaw

The Super Eagles were held to a 2-2 draw by Poland in an international friendly after Przemysław Wiśniewski struck in the 95th minute to level the game, snatching a dramatic late equalizer in Warsaw. The hosts came out with intensity and nearly opened the scoring inside the opening 10 minutes. A perfectly delivered cross from Nicola Zalewski forced Nigeria goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi into a crucial save to keep the Super Eagles in the game. Nigeria took the lead through Hassan Mohammed, who scored in the 17th minute after a well-worked team move. The G sureyoinded midfielder found space in the box and finished clinically to give the visitors the advantage. Poland equalized before halftime through a header from Nicola Zalewski, who rose highest to power the ball past Akpeyi. The goal came from a dangerous cross that the Nigerian defense […]

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Trump Announces 5,000 More US Troops for Poland

President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will deploy an additional 5,000 troops to Poland, just days after the Pentagon suspended a previously planned deployment of 4,000 soldiers to the country. The announcement was made on Thursday through Trump’s Truth Social platform, where he linked the decision to the strong relationship between Washington and Polish President Karol Nawrocki, whom he openly supported during Poland’s presidential election campaign last year. Trump did not specify whether the newly announced troops are part of the earlier deployment plan or represent a separate military operation. The move comes amid growing debate over the future of the US military presence in Europe under Trump’s “America First” policy. Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte welcomed the decision ahead of a meeting of foreign ministers in Sweden, while also noting that Europe would continue efforts to […]

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Polish PM urges citizens to leave Iran immediately

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has urged all Polish citizens in Iran to leave the country immediately as tensions rise in the region. He also advised people planning to travel to Iran to cancel their trips. Tusk said he did not want to cause panic but warned that the risk of armed conflict involving Iran is very real. He explained that if fighting breaks out, it may be impossible to evacuate Polish nationals within a few hours. The warning comes amid growing tension between the United States and Iran, with American officials hinting at possible military action. Iran has said it would respond to any attack by targeting United States military facilities in the region. Poland’s foreign ministry has repeated the call for citizens to leave Iran and avoid all travel to the country. It cited the unstable security situation, […]

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Poland Italy refuse to join Trump’s Board of Peace

Poland and Italy have said they will not join US President Donald Trump’s new Board of Peace under its current terms, adding to the list of Washington allies staying away from the initiative. The body was launched to support a Gaza ceasefire but is expected to take on a wider role in resolving global conflicts, raising concerns it could rival the United Nations.​ Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk told a government meeting that national doubts over the board’s design meant Warsaw would not participate for now. He said Poland would continue to analyse the proposal and stressed that relations with the United States remain a priority, adding that Warsaw does not rule out joining if circumstances change.​ Tusk noted that Russia and Belarus had been invited to the Board of Peace, a factor that has made many Western countries cautious. […]

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Russia closes Polish consulate in Siberia in tit-for-tat move

Russia has ordered the closure of Poland’s consulate in the Siberian city of Irkutsk in a tit-for-tat response to a recent Polish move against a Russian mission. The Russian Foreign Ministry said the decision came after Warsaw withdrew consent for the Russian consulate in the eastern Polish city of Bialystok.​ Moscow accused Poland of continuing what it called a hostile and destructive policy against Russia. The ministry said the closure of the Irkutsk consulate was a forced response and signalled that further unfriendly steps from Poland would draw similar reactions.​ Relations between Russia and Poland have sharply deteriorated since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Poland is one of Kyiv’s strongest supporters in the European Union and NATO, supplying weapons, hosting refugees, and pushing for tougher sanctions on Moscow.​ In recent years, both countries have expelled each […]

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Lessons from Poland’s Industrial Agenda for Nigeria’s $1 Trillion Economy Goal

Poland’s economic rise—from post-communist instability in 1989 to the world’s 20th largest, $1 trillion economy—offers valuable lessons for Nigeria’s development aspirations. Despite an initial period of recession, unemployment, and inequality, Poland pursued rapid market reforms, increased transparency, and focused on local resources and innovation. Key drivers included: Strong investment in technology and private sector-led industrial growth Policy reforms supporting local content, manufacturing, and energy independence Gradual integration with major world economies, including the EU and NATO Emphasis on solving domestic problems, decarbonising power, and building human capital Poland’s energy transformation blends coal, gas, and renewables—offering Nigeria ideas for maximising its gas and coal reserves, improving electricity, and attracting foreign investment. The partnership potential is highlighted by ongoing Polish-Nigerian economic cooperation, especially in energy and trade. Major Polish companies and public-private initiatives in logistics, alternative fuels, and industrial technology demonstrate the […]

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Five Dead, Thousands Without Power as Russia Launches Massive Missile and Drone Attack on Ukraine

ive people have been killed and tens of thousands left without power in Ukraine following a night of intense Russian missile and drone attacks, President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed. Ukraine’s neighbour Poland scrambled fighter jets to secure its airspace, while NATO aircraft were also deployed amid heightened regional tensions. The western city of Lviv was one of the hardest hit. Regional governor Maksym Kozytskyi reported four deaths and several injuries after missiles struck residential areas. Another person was killed in Zaporizhzhia, where officials said a power plant was hit, leaving more than 73,000 residents without electricity. In a national address, Zelensky said Russia launched over 50 missiles and around 500 attack drones, targeting multiple regions including Ivano-Frankivsk, Chernihiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Kherson, Odesa, Kirovohrad, Lviv, and Zaporizhzhia. “We need more protection and faster implementation of all defence agreements, especially on air defence, […]

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