Metro
Wike Laments Super Eagles World Cup Failure
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has expressed frustration over Nigeria’s failure to secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking during the commissioning of the Gwagwalada-Kuje Road project, Wike said it was disappointing to see the Super Eagles miss out on football’s biggest stage despite……
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has expressed frustration over Nigeria’s failure to secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Speaking during the commissioning of the Gwagwalada-Kuje Road project, Wike said it was disappointing to see the Super Eagles miss out on football’s biggest stage despite the country’s rich football history and pedigree on the continent.
The former Rivers State governor noted that he had watched matches involving countries he was unfamiliar with at the World Cup, describing Nigeria’s absence from the tournament as difficult to accept.
“Let me use this medium through you to tell the Super Eagles we are not happy. I watched the World Cup, and countries I had never heard of before qualified to play,” Wike said.
Read Also: Son of Ex-Super Eagles Defender Furo Makes Debut for Brentford
Addressing former Super Eagles captain Joseph Yobo, who was present at the event, he added: “Yobo, go and tell them we are not happy.”
Wike’s comments quickly generated reactions on social media, with many football fans expressing frustration over the state of Nigerian football.
Nigeria failed to secure automatic qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and subsequently lost to DR Congo in the African qualifying playoff, extending the Super Eagles’ absence from football’s biggest tournament to eight years.
Namibia President hails Dangote’s $2.5bn investment as historic milestone for African industrialisation – The Witness Nigeria
Lower impairments, higher fees raise Access Holdings 9 months 2026 PBT to N667.4bn – The Witness Nigeria
JUST IN: Court removes David Mark-led ADC leadership, nullifies Atiku’s presidential ticket – The Witness Nigeria
“Any Algorithm Can Calculate, But It Cannot Care” — NMCN Registrar Warns Nurses Against Overreliance On AI
‘He’s closest to Lionel Messi’ – Rashford names player to win more Ballons d’Or than Cristiano Ronaldo
Power Outage: Tegbe assures Nigerians of swift restoration as electricity disruptions hit Lagos, Abuja
“I Didn’t Go To Court, I’m Not In APC” — Wike Denies Influencing Judgment Against Uzodimma, Explains Old Video With Okorocha
“Not To Own It, But To Give It Another Chance At Life” — Foreigner Rescues Sea Turtle From Lagos Sellers As NESREA Faces Enforcement Questions
RE: RESPONSE TO MISLEADING PUBLICATION ON THE PRESIDENTIAL AMNESTY PROGRAMME (PAP)
Investigate hijab controversy in Nigerian law schools immediately- MURIC to Council of Legal Education
2027: Atiku’s US Firm Takes Tinubu’s Alleged Rigging Plot To Trump
“Ibom Deep Seaport Is Approved” — Tinubu Grants Eno’s Request, Attacks Atiku, Obi, Promises Better Future As He Stumbles During Akwa Ibom Visit
Baze University boosts aviation school with two training aircraft
2026 U-17 WWC: Japan coach Shirai warns of tough challenge against Flamingos
Fear in Obi, Atiku’s camps as Middle Belt youths begin movement for Asiwaju
10 Key Things to Know about Justice Lifu’s Judgment Affecting ADC, Atiku
My Name Is Important – Amaechi Reveals Why He Refuses To Trade Words With Wike
Festac 77 movie signs landmark Afrexim agreement
College of Health Tech Takum suspends relationship activities over ongoing strike
Terrorists have seized, shared my inherited lands among themselves – Rev. Dachomo alleges
Politics7 days agoOver 200 Boko Haram Terrorists Are Moving To Attack Military Camp In Buni Yadi As Rockets Target Troops; IED Threat Raises Travel Concerns
- Metro6 days ago
“The Election Must Hold As Scheduled” — INEC Chairman Rules Out Postponement Of 2027 General Elections
- Metro6 days ago
“Publishing His Name Is Subject To The Final Outcome Of A Court Order” — INEC Leaves Gwarzo Off Updated Kano Governorship List
- Metro6 days ago
“Ebola Outbreak Is Not Yet Under Control” — Africa CDC Warns As Confirmed Cases Exceed 10,200, Death Toll Surpasses 5,000
- Metro7 days ago
“Death Benefits Will Be Fully Paid To Next Of Kin” — NAF Pledges Continued Salaries For Personnel Killed In October 5 Aircraft Crash
- Metro6 days ago
“Sowore’s Whereabouts Remain Unknown” — Armed Men Allegedly Abduct AAC Presidential Candidate In Ado-Ekiti, Damage Vehicles And Restaurant
- Metro6 days ago
“They Beat Me Like A Criminal” — Sowore Recounts Ekiti Attack As Govt Denies Involvement, Calls For Police Investigation
- Metro6 days ago
“21 Exotic Vehicles Affected, No Life Lost” — LASEMA Confirms Lagos Mechanic Workshop Fire, Averts Disaster At Nearby Filling Station
