The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway was designed as a major infrastructure project linking communities along Nigeria’s coastline.
But today, the conversation has shifted from construction progress to safety.
The Federal Government has given motorists and other road users on the Lagos section of the highway two weeks to comply with safety regulations, warning that the route could be shut if conditions do not improve.
Lagos-Calabar coastal highway
The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Olufemi Dare, cited speeding, illegal parking by trucks and articulated vehicles, illegal U-turns, motorcycles, tricycles and roadside trading among the problems authorities are trying to address. He said motorists have been driving at speeds as high as 120km/h, despite a posted 30km/h speed limit in construction areas.
There is a reason authorities are particularly concerned. Construction is still ongoing, including work on major bridges. The Lagos section alone covers roughly 103 kilometres, divided into two sections of about 47.5km and 56km, with 20 major bridges planned across the two sections.
The government has also raised concerns about vandalism and damage to infrastructure along the route. Separately, there have been disputes and public questions around aspects of the highway’s alignment and implementation.
The highway has also attracted international financing support. The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit announced a $626 million insured amount in support of financing for Phase II of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway.
That makes the current safety issue bigger than a traffic problem.
The question is how Nigeria protects a major infrastructure investment while construction continues — and how quickly the highway can move from a partially completed construction corridor into the safer, fully functioning transport route it is intended to become.
President Donald Trump speaks at the UN General Assembly on September 25, 2018. He defended America’s sovereignty throughout. John Moore/Getty Images
Trump has just brought up the war in Ukraine, promising that both sides have “had it” and that a negotiated end to the conflict is around the corner.
It is not clear what leads him to believe this, particularly as Ukraine and Russia trade tit-for-tat missile and drone strikes deep within each other’s territory.
The president has been making similar promises, repeatedly, since early last year at the beginning of his term. At points in April and May, White House officials such as the current UN ambassador, Mike Waltz, were even suggesting that a ceasefire could be weeks away. It wasn’t.
At last year’s Unga, Trump surprised everyone by claiming that Russia was a “paper tiger” and that he believed, at least then, that Ukraine might be able to take back all the territory it had lost to Russian occupation.
We don’t know whether that’s still his assessment – but Trump is meeting Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky later today, and many around the world will be watching to see whether Trump provides any insight on why he appears to be optimistic.
Trump again promises end to the war in Ukraine is coming
Trump says he has a big decision to make over whether a deal will be made with Iran which “lets them rebuild and create a far greater country than it ever was before”.
On the other hand, Trump says he could “annihilate the Islamic Republic”, and “never give them a chance to destroy people and countries again”.
“I believe we will make a deal right after the election because it doesn’t make sense for them not to,” Trump says.
Trump says he wants to express his gratitude to the United Nations Security Council for their unanimous support of “our 20 point Gaza peace plan and for officially approving the Board of Peace”.
He says nearly 30 countries have joined the board, and thanks member nations for contributing millions of dollars in relief.
He goes on to say that the US is working closely with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine, adding that “we will get that done, more quickly than people understand”.
New York has become the centre of global diplomacy as nearly 130 heads of state and government converge on the United Nations for the 81st UN General Assembly High-Level Week.
The General Debate runs from September 22 to 28, under the theme: “Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all.”
But beyond the speeches and diplomatic receptions, this year’s gathering comes at a particularly tense moment, with wars, energy security, international trade, climate change and the future of multilateral cooperation high on the agenda.
Trump Takes Centre Stage
US President Donald Trump is expected to command much of the attention in New York.
His UN address comes as the Middle East remains engulfed in conflict and the war in Ukraine continues. Reuters reports that Trump is expected to use his speech to defend the US position on Iran, discuss what his administration describes as progress on peace efforts and argue for an international system that gives greater weight to US interests.
His diplomatic schedule is also packed.
Trump is scheduled to hold meetings with a number of world leaders, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, British Prime Minister Andy Burnham, Venezuela’s interim leader Delcy Rodríguez, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen, alongside representatives of several Gulf states.
Iran, Ukraine and the Middle East
The wars and conflicts dominating international headlines are expected to feature heavily throughout the week.
Iran will be one of the biggest issues, with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expected to address the General Assembly after Trump. The continuing conflict has also raised concerns over shipping and energy supplies through strategic waterways, particularly the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb.
The Russia-Ukraine war will also remain firmly on the agenda. Zelenskyy is expected to use his appearance to rally international support as Ukraine enters another winter of war. Russian President Vladimir Putin is not attending, with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov expected to represent Moscow.
Gaza and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
The Israel-Palestinian conflict is another major focus.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to address the General Assembly, while Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas will deliver his address by video after the US denied visas to him and his delegation, according to NPR reporting.
The issue is expected to generate significant diplomatic attention and demonstrations around the UN during the week.
Who Won’t Be in New York?
Despite the huge gathering, several major world leaders are not attending personally.
Among those expected to be represented by senior officials rather than their presidents or prime ministers are leaders from China, India, Germany and South Africa. Chinese President Xi Jinping is also not expected to attend in person.
For Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is also not attending in person. Vice President Kashim Shettima is leading Nigeria’s delegation to the 81st UN General Assembly.
That means Africa’s representation will include senior officials from some of the continent’s largest economies, even as their presidents remain at home.
Climate, Development and Global Health
UNGA 81 is not only about war and diplomacy.
The official programme includes high-level discussions on climate action, sea-level rise, the right to development and pandemic preparedness. A dedicated high-level meeting on climate action and a just transition is scheduled for September 23, while discussions on sea-level rise and pandemic prevention follow later in the week.
The UN is also using the gathering to push progress on the Sustainable Development Goals, at a time when many countries are struggling with debt, inequality, food insecurity and climate-related pressures.
A Changing United Nations
This year’s General Assembly also carries a sense of transition.
It is António Guterres’ final High-Level Week as UN Secretary-General, with his term ending later this year. The process of selecting his successor is therefore another issue to watch as diplomats gather in New York.
The broader question running through the week is whether the United Nations can rebuild confidence in multilateral cooperation at a time when geopolitical divisions are deepening.
Why UNGA 81 Matters
For the world’s leaders, UNGA is more than a series of speeches.
It is an opportunity for bilateral meetings, negotiations, coalition-building and diplomatic signalling — often away from the main General Assembly chamber.
And with conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, energy and shipping concerns, climate change, global development and the future of the UN all competing for attention, what happens in New York could shape international diplomacy well beyond the week itself.
For the next seven days, the world’s attention will be on New York — not just to hear what leaders say, but to watch what they negotiate.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has cut its petrol price again, reducing its gantry price by ₦25 per litre to ₦1,325.
For Nigerian motorists, however, the bigger question is not just how much Dangote has reduced its price.
It is how quickly — and how fully — that reduction will reach the filling station.
From ₦1,350 to ₦1,325
The latest reduction comes after Dangote raised its petrol gantry price to ₦1,350 per litre earlier in September as global crude oil prices surged.
The September increase was linked to higher international crude prices and rising replacement costs, with Brent crude trading above $100 per barrel at the time.
The latest ₦25 reduction therefore comes as global oil prices ease from recent highs.
But the movement in Dangote’s refinery price does not automatically translate into an identical movement at the pump.
Why The Pump Price Can Be Higher
Nigeria operates a deregulated petrol market, meaning the government does not directly fix the retail pump price.
The price motorists see can reflect several costs between the refinery and the filling station, including transportation, depot charges, logistics, distribution expenses, dealer margins and other operating costs.
The NMDPRA recently reiterated that it does not set petrol pump prices under the deregulated market framework.
That means a ₦25 reduction at the refinery does not necessarily mean motorists will immediately see ₦25 knocked off the price displayed at every filling station.
Motorists Are Still Paying Above ₦1,400 In Some Areas
The issue has become more visible because petrol prices recently climbed sharply across the country.
Reuters reported that petrol reached around ₦1,400 per litre in Lagos and Abuja, with prices rising as high as ₦1,500 in parts of northern Nigeria amid higher international oil prices.
In Abuja, Premium Times also reported that some filling stations were selling petrol between ₦1,400 and ₦1,450 per litre following Dangote’s earlier September price increase.
So even with Dangote’s latest price reduction, motorists are watching closely to see whether retail prices begin to follow.
The Global Oil Price Factor
There is another reason petrol prices remain volatile: Nigeria’s domestic fuel market is still exposed to global crude oil prices
The Dangote refinery has reduced Nigeria’s dependence on imported petrol, but its pricing is still affected by the cost of crude and replacement products in the international market.
That was evident in September when rising global oil prices pushed Dangote’s petrol gantry price from ₦1,265 to ₦1,350 per litre.
Reuters has also reported that Dangote’s 700,000-barrel-per-day refinery was operating at full capacity while Nigerian petrol prices still climbed sharply, highlighting the continued impact of international oil-market movements on domestic fuel prices.
So, When Will Motorists Feel The Reduction?
The key issue now is the price transmission chain.
If Dangote sells petrol to marketers at ₦1,325 per litre, the product still has to move through depots, transport networks and filling stations before it reaches consumers.
How much of the ₦25 reduction is passed on — and how quickly — can therefore vary by location, supplier and existing stock.
For motorists, the headline figure is ₦25 off Dangote’s gantry price.
But the real measure of relief will be what Nigerians eventually see on the pump-price display.
The Bottom Line
Dangote’s latest price cut offers some relief at the refinery level, but it also highlights a bigger reality in Nigeria’s deregulated petrol market: a lower refinery price does not automatically mean a lower pump price.
Until the reduction filters through the supply chain, the question for motorists remains simple:
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, is rapidly becoming one of Nigeria’s most closely watched education stories as the Federal Government expands access to student loans.
Since the student loan portal opened in May 2024, NELFUND says it has processed 1,659,853 applications and disbursed ₦355.87 billion as of September 3, 2026.
Of the total, ₦192.89 billion went toward institutional fees, while ₦162.98 billion was paid as student upkeep allowances.
NELFUND Student Loans: How Big Is The Programme?
The numbers highlight the scale of Nigeria’s student loan programme.
NELFUND Managing Director, Akintunde Sawyerr, recently said the agency had received about 1.8 million applications, processed roughly 1.5 million and provided support to about 850,000 beneficiaries.
He also disclosed that NELFUND spends approximately ₦16 billion every month on student upkeep allowances, underscoring the financial commitment required to sustain the programme.
For thousands of Nigerian students, the loans are designed to reduce the immediate financial burden of tuition and living expenses and make tertiary education more accessible.
The Bigger Question: Who Pays Back?
But as the number of beneficiaries grows, attention is shifting from access to repayment.
A recent policy brief warned that about ₦355.9 billion in NELFUND loans could face recovery risks without stronger systems for tracking beneficiaries and collecting repayments.
One of the recommendations is for NELFUND to strengthen collaboration with Nigeria’s tax and income-record systems. This could help the agency identify graduates who become self-employed or work outside traditional payroll systems when repayment becomes due.
The issue is particularly important because not every graduate will immediately move into formal employment.
When Does NELFUND Repayment Begin?
NELFUND has said repayment is structured around beneficiaries’ ability to pay.
Under the current framework, repayment is scheduled to begin two years after completion of the NYSC programme.
That creates a significant window between receiving the loan and repayment — but it also raises questions about how effectively graduates can be tracked during that period, particularly those who are unemployed, self-employed or working in the informal economy.
Can NELFUND Become A Sustainable Student-Loan System?
The long-term sustainability of the NELFUND student loan scheme may ultimately depend on how effectively government balances two objectives: keeping higher education accessible while recovering enough of the loans to continue funding future students.
With hundreds of billions of naira already committed, the programme is no longer only about how many students can access loans.
The next test is whether today’s beneficiaries can become tomorrow’s responsible borrowers — and whether the money recovered can help ensure that future generations of Nigerian students can also access higher education financing.
For NELFUND, the real test may not simply be disbursement. It may be repayment.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is again generating significant online attention as several issues converge around his administration, including his extended working vacation, Nigeria’s representation at the 81st United Nations General Assembly and the continuing debate over his economic reforms.
The Presidency announced on September 21 that Tinubu had extended his working vacation in Europe and would return to Nigeria at the weekend. He left Nigeria on August 30 and has since spent time in London and Paris, where the Presidency said he held meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron and businessman Vincent Bolloré.
At the same time, Vice President Kashim Shettima is representing Nigeria at the 81st UN General Assembly in New York. The Federal Government says Tinubu’s decision to delegate the assignment is linked to his annual leave and that Shettima is attending with the President’s full mandate.
Vice President Kashim Shetima at the 79th UNGA
The President’s absence has nevertheless generated political debate. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has questioned whether the constitutional requirements for transferring presidential powers were followed after the initial 21-day vacation period.
The Presidency has rejected the criticism and maintained that Tinubu has continued directing government affairs while away.
Beyond the vacation controversy, Tinubu remains closely associated with some of Nigeria’s biggest economic policy changes, including the removal of the petrol subsidy and the government’s push toward CNG as an alternative energy source. With fuel prices again under pressure, attention is increasingly focused on how those reforms are affecting households and businesses.
Featured image caption: A dramatic weekend of European football saw Arsenal’s perfect start end, Manchester City win an eight-goal thriller and Barcelona maintain their flawless La Liga record.
The final weekend before the international break was full of drama in England and Spain. Arsenal’s perfect start ended, Manchester City survived an eight-goal thriller, Tottenham’s dreadful start got worse, and Manchester United needed a late deflection to escape Craven Cottage. In Spain, Atlético Madrid won the derby against ten-man Real Madrid, and Barcelona kept their perfect record thanks to a Raphinha hat-trick.
Premier League
Brighton 3-0 Arsenal: Gunners’ perfect run ends at the Amex
Arsenal’s perfect start to the season came to an abrupt end as Brighton dominated the champions. Captain Pascal Groß opened the scoring in the 31st minute, and Charalampos Kostoulas doubled the lead on the stroke of half-time. Both first-half goals were struck from outside the box.
Chema Andrés headed in Groß’s corner in the 57th minute to make it three. Havertz wasted Arsenal’s best chance, and although the visitors edged the expected-goals count, the better team clearly won. Arteta said the defeat could prove a big lesson and admitted Brighton deserved the win, which lifted them to third.
Man City 5-3 Sunderland: Chaos at the Etihad
Brian Brobbey scored a hat-trick in a losing cause as City kept their 100% start. Fernández put City ahead in the 9th minute and Brobbey levelled in the 12th. Cherki restored the lead in the 29th, Brobbey equalised again in the 33rd, and Semenyo made it 3-2 in the 43rd.
Semenyo’s second came in the 57th minute, and Brobbey completed his hat-trick in the 59th. Haaland then struck in the 81st minute to settle it. City go into the break three points clear at the top. Sunderland’s expected-goals figure of 4.25 from 17 shots shows how close they came to more.
Tottenham 2-3 Aston Villa: Spurs sink to a record-low start
Johan Manzambi put Villa ahead on the stroke of half-time. Nicolas Jackson doubled the lead and Emi Buendia added a third in the 79th minute. Tottenham thought Kudus had equalised around the hour, but Robertson was ruled offside in the build-up.
Conor Gallagher scored Spurs’ first goal of the season late on, followed by a Jan Paul van Hecke header, but it was too little, too late. Their scoring drought of 485 minutes is the second longest in Premier League history. It is Spurs’ worst-ever start to a Premier League campaign, with two points from five games and a goal difference of -6. The win was Villa’s first of the season.
Fulham 1-1 Man United: Cunha rescues a point
A first half with a record 26 shots ended goalless, with Bruno Fernandes hitting the post. Fulham took the lead when Calvin Bassey’s shot was pushed by Lammens into the path of Lisandro Martínez, who turned it into his own net.
Matheus Cunha equalised on the cusp of full-time with a shot that deflected off Affengruber. It was a muted display from United, who have now gone three league games without a win. Fulham are still waiting for a first win under Alvaro Arbeloa, though they move off the bottom.
La Liga
Atlético Madrid 2-1 Real Madrid: Huijsen’s red card decides the derby
The derby only came alive after the break at the Metropolitano. Dean Huijsen dragged back Giuliano Simeone, and after a VAR check the referee upgraded his yellow card to a straight red. Alejandro Grimaldo scored the penalty in the 53rd minute and Atlético went 2-0 up six minutes later.
Antonio Rüdiger headed one back in the 89th minute, but Atlético held on. Atlético move up to second, five points behind Barcelona, while Madrid slip to third after their second defeat of the season. It also ended José Mourinho’s record of dominating Diego Simeone’s side.
Youssouf Fofana headed Sevilla in front. The lead lasted barely two minutes before Raphinha levelled. Seven minutes into the second half, he headed Barça in front after Lamine Yamal chipped the ball into the box.
Raphinha hit the post, then completed his hat-trick five minutes later after Rodri found Yamal, who slipped him through. It was his second hat-trick in four days. Barcelona now have 21 points from seven games. They lead Real Madrid by six points ahead of the break.
President Trump announced on September 18, 2026, that he is banning CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House “effective immediately,” citing their coverage as “FAKE NEWS,” “FICTION and LIES.”
Trump on 3 media outlets including CNN
Trump posted the announcement on Truth Social, stating the ban was due to the outlets’ “constant ‘reporting’ FAKE NEWS.” He added that other “Fake News Media Outlets” would follow. President trump also posted on X citing his disapproval of the three news outlets in a statement on the platform.
I am proud to announce that, effective immediately, I am banning Fake News CNN, MSNOW (who recently changed their name from MSNBC due to lack of viewership and credibility!), and Politico (The recipients of an illegal and ridiculous $8 Million Dollar subscription, an All Time Record, directly from the United States Government, under Crooked Joe Biden, in order to keep them “alive.” Seems like corruption to me!), from the White House as a result of their constant “reporting” FAKE NEWS! Media Outlets shouldn’t be able to constantly write or report FICTION and LIES when they’re covering the President of the United States, the Trump Administration, or the United States of America. Other Fake News Media Outlets to follow. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP
In Oval Office remarks the same day, he described it as a response to “cumulative stories over the last few years,” saying he was “sick of it” and that the outlets “purposely write negative stories.” He argued he does not have to allow them into “the people’s house.” He named the New York Times and Washington Post as possible future targets when asked about others. Enforcement began the next day (Saturday, September 19): Journalists from the three outlets had their hard passes/badges confiscated or disabled and were denied entry to White House grounds.
The White House also removed CNN from its scheduled Monday TV pool assignment (the longstanding rotation among ABC, CBS, CNN, NBC, and Fox News that films presidential events for the broader press corps). CNN had been assigned as the TV pool for Trump’s trip to the UN General Assembly.
White House Press Ban: CNN, MS NOW and Politico Take Trump to Federal Court
CNN called the ban an “illegal assault” on its constitutionally protected right to report without government interference and said it would continue covering the administration regardless of physical access restrictions. Politico said it would “vigorously defend” its First Amendment rights and continue fair reporting. MS NOW stated it would take “any and all steps necessary” to defend its First Amendment rights and the role of independent journalism.
The outlets indicated they are preparing or considering a First Amendment lawsuit.
Ikeja Electric has started refunding eligible customers who paid for meters under the MAP scheme.
Customers of Ikeja Electric who previously paid for prepaid meters under the Meter Asset Provider, MAP, scheme may now be eligible to receive refunds.
The electricity distribution company has started returning meter payments to qualifying customers through credits applied to their electricity vending transactions.
For customers who paid for meters under the scheme, the development raises three key questions: who qualifies, how will the refund be paid and how can customers confirm that they are receiving it?
Who qualifies for the Ikeja Electric meter refund?
Eligible Ikeja Electric customers who paid for prepaid meters under the MAP scheme may qualify for refunds through electricity vending credits.
The refund applies to eligible customers who paid for prepaid meters under the Meter Asset Provider scheme.
Customers who received meters through other programmes or did not personally pay for their meters may not fall under the same refund arrangement.
Affected customers should check the details of how their meter was acquired and confirm whether it was obtained through MAP.
How will the refund be paid?
Ikeja Electric meter refunds are credited through customers’ electricity vending transactions rather than paid directly as cash.
The refund is not expected to be paid as cash directly into customers’ bank accounts.
Instead, eligible customers will receive credits when they purchase electricity units.
This means part of the amount customers would normally spend on electricity may be offset by the meter refund until the approved amount has been recovered.
How customers can check their refund
Customers should pay attention to their electricity vending receipts and transaction details whenever they purchase units.
Any refund credit should be reflected in the electricity vending process.
Customers who believe they qualify but do not see any refund may need to contact Ikeja Electric through its official customer service channels for clarification.
Why the refund matters
Metering remains one of the biggest concerns for electricity consumers in Nigeria.
Many customers have complained about estimated billing, delays in obtaining prepaid meters and the cost of acquiring meters.
The MAP scheme was introduced to accelerate meter deployment by allowing customers to pay approved providers for meters.
The new refund arrangement means eligible customers who previously funded their own meters may gradually recover what they paid.
What Ikeja Electric customers should do
Ikeja Electric customers who paid for meters under the MAP scheme should keep their payment records, monitor vending transactions and contact official customer support if their refund is not reflected.
Customers who purchased meters under MAP should keep records of their meter payment, vending receipts and account details.
They should also monitor subsequent electricity purchases to confirm whether the refund credit is being applied.
Anyone uncertain about their eligibility should rely on Ikeja Electric’s official communication channels rather than unofficial messages or social media claims.
Nigeria’s Falconets were eliminated by Colombia following a 1-0 quarter-final defeat at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.
Nigeria’s Falconets have been knocked out of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after suffering a dramatic 1-0 defeat to Colombia in their quarter-final clash in Łódź, Poland.
Valerin Loboa scored the decisive goal in the second minute of stoppage time to send Colombia through to the semi-finals after Nigeria had battled with 10 players for the closing stages of the match.
The defeat brought an end to Nigeria’s impressive run in the tournament, following their emphatic victory over England in the previous round.
Falconets and Colombia battle for breakthrough
Both teams struggled to find the opening goal during a competitive first half, although Nigeria created several promising opportunities.
Seimeyeha Janet Akekoromowei came particularly close in the 19th minute when her effort struck the crossbar.
Tumininu Adeshina also threatened before half-time, forcing Colombia goalkeeper Luisa Agudelo into a save as the Falconets searched for the breakthrough.
Colombia also created chances but were unable to beat the Nigerian defence as the first half ended goalless. (Premium Times Nigeria)
Nigeria reduced to 10 players
The match changed significantly in the second half when Nigeria were reduced to 10 players.
Kafayat Mafisere was shown a red card in the 77th minute, with the decision subsequently confirmed following a VAR review.
Despite the numerical disadvantage, the Falconets continued to defend resolutely and attempted to create chances on the counterattack as the match appeared to be heading towards extra time. (Channels Television)
Colombia score dramatic late winner
Colombia players celebrate passionately after scoring against Nigeria in their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup quarter-final clash.
Nigeria’s resistance was eventually broken in stoppage time.
Loboa struck in the 92nd minute to give Colombia a 1-0 lead and put the South American side within touching distance of the semi-finals.
The Falconets attempted to respond in the remaining minutes, with Akekoromowei among those trying to find an equaliser, but Nigeria were unable to force the game into extra time.
The final whistle confirmed Colombia’s place in the semi-finals and ended Nigeria’s campaign at the tournament. (Confédération Africaine de Football)
Nigeria’s World Cup journey ends in quarter-finals
A dejected Nigerian player lies on the pitch as a teammate helps her up following the Falconets’ quarter-final exit from the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.
Nigeria had reached the last eight after producing an impressive performance against England, winning 3-0 to book their quarter-final place.
Tosin Rafiu, Akekoromowei and Mary Mamudu scored in that victory, while goalkeeper Christiana Uzoma produced an important display that included a penalty save. (Confédération Africaine de Football)
The Falconets were hoping to reach the U-20 Women’s World Cup semi-finals for the first time since 2014, but Colombia’s late goal ended those ambitions.
Nigeria will now turn attention to future competitions as the players and coaching staff assess their campaign in Poland.
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