Nigeria

Student arrested for sexually harassing Nigerian woman

The accused is a student of a postgraduate course in the Physical Education department of Devi Ahilya University.

Sep 22, 2018, 19:35 PM IST

Life or death: Lionel Messi's message to Argentina during halftime of FIFA World Cup 2018 match against Nigeria

Lionel Messi was caught by TV cameras speaking to his Argentine teammates just before they came out for the second half against Nigeria.

Jun 27, 2018, 16:48 PM IST

Argentina advance to FIFA World Cup 2018 knockout stage with 2-1 win over Nigeria, face France in Round of 16

A late goal by Marcos Rojo gave Argentina a dramatic 2-1 victory over Nigeria in Group D.

Jun 27, 2018, 01:51 AM IST

Nigeria vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2018 live streaming timing, channels, websites and apps

Nigeria will face Argentina at St. Petersburg Stadium on Tuesday.

Jun 26, 2018, 22:38 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Nigeria vs Iceland - See pics

Nigeria beat Iceland 2-0 on Friday to revive their hopes of advancing into the knockout stages of the World Cup in Russia, as striker Ahmed Musa dramatically marked his return to the team with two fine second-half goals.

Jun 23, 2018, 00:12 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Ahmed Musa's brace gives Nigeria crucial 2-0 win over Iceland

Ahmed Musa returned to the line-up with devastating effect as he scored both goals for Nigeria.

Jun 22, 2018, 23:17 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Nigeria vs Iceland live streaming timing, channels, websites and apps

The second match for Friday will see Tiny Iceland competing against Nigeria in FIFA World Cup Group D match.

Jun 22, 2018, 19:28 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Schedule of matches on June 22, Day 9

While Brazil and Serbia aim to reach the top spot in Group E, Nigeria hope to defeat Iceland in their Group D match.

Jun 22, 2018, 12:06 PM IST

Suicide blasts in north east Nigeria kill at least 31:Official

There were two suicide attacks and rocket-propelled grenade explosions in Damboa last night which killed 31 people and left several others injured.

Jun 17, 2018, 16:59 PM IST

FIFA world cup 2018: Croatia sink Nigeria 2-0, tops Group D

An own goal and a penalty gave Croatia a comfortable start to their World Cup campaign as they beat Nigeria 2-0 in their Group D clash at the Kaliningrad Stadium on Saturday.

Jun 17, 2018, 03:16 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Croatia beat Nigeria 2-0 - As it happened

Croatia strolls away with a win over Nigeria and takes the top spot in Group D.

Jun 17, 2018, 00:21 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Unified, disciplined Nigeria avoid chaotic build-up

There has been none of that this time round, though, Obi Mikel was quick to point out to reporters on Friday on the eve of the Group D game at the Kaliningrad Stadium.

Jun 16, 2018, 10:46 AM IST

Croatian striker Nikola Kalinic optimistic ahead of first game against Nigeria in FIFA World Cup 2018

Croatia, which boasts stars like Juventus forward Mario Mandzukic, FC Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic and Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric, has demonstrated its strong potential, especially in midfield and attack, he said.

Jun 14, 2018, 14:15 PM IST

Nigerian man buries father in brand new BMW to honour him, photo goes viral

A Nigerian man buried his father in a brand new BMW car in order to honour him. 

Jun 12, 2018, 20:29 PM IST

Egypt, Nigeria continue to splutter in World Cup warm-ups

Egypt and Nigeria continued their recent poor form in World Cup warm-up games on Wednesday ahead of their bids to become the first African side to reach the semi-finals of the global showpiece event.

Jun 07, 2018, 11:22 AM IST

England Manager Gareth Southgate praises keeper Jordan Pickford ahead of World Cup

England manager Gareth Southgate has indicated that Everton`s Jordan Pickford could be his first-choice goalkeeper at the World Cup after saying his selection in Saturday`s friendly against Nigeria was a "bit of a statement".

Jun 05, 2018, 09:50 AM IST

Nigeria name final World Cup squad

 Nigeria on Sunday named a final 23-man squad for the World Cup with Chelsea defender Ola Aina and Mikel Agu from FC Porto placed on standby.

Jun 03, 2018, 18:52 PM IST

Commonwealth Games 2018: Wrestler Babita Kumari beats Bose Samuel of Nigeria in the Freestyle 53-kilogram Nordic category

Babita shook off a strong start by the Nigerian to clinch a 3-1 win.

Apr 12, 2018, 07:09 AM IST

Oil tanker with 22 Indians missing off Africa's west coast; 'all efforts on', says MEA, sets up helpline

The Marine Express tanker, managed by Hong Kong-based Anglo-Eastern, was last seen in Benin`s waters at 3:30 am GMT on Friday.

Feb 04, 2018, 23:22 PM IST

Oil tanker with 22 Indians goes missing off West African coast; India seeks Nigeria's help

Oil tanker, MT Marine Express, with 22 Indians onboard is presumably missing off the coast of Benin in the Gulf of Guinea.

Feb 04, 2018, 08:41 AM IST