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 Here are the three latest sports stories from Nigeria as of today, January 28, 2026:

1. Tragedy Strikes Super Eagles: Wilfred Ndidi Loses Father

The Nigerian football community is in mourning following the tragic death of Sunday Ndidi, father of Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi. He passed away on Tuesday following a motor accident in Delta State. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and Ndidi’s Turkish club, Besiktas, have released official statements offering their condolences to the midfielder, who recently led Nigeria to a bronze medal finish at the 2025 AFCON in Morocco.

2. NPFL Drama: Rivers United Match Postponed for Continental Duty

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has announced the indefinite postponement of the Matchday 23 fixture between Rivers United and El-Kanemi Warriors, originally scheduled for today. This decision allows Rivers United to focus on their crucial CAF Champions League return leg against Power Dynamos this weekend. Meanwhile, Enugu Rangers remain the talk of the league after their dominant 4–2 victory over Warri Wolves in the most recent round of matches.

3. Continental Exit: Nigeria Eliminated from Africa Handball Nations Cup

Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the World Handball Championship were dashed as the national team was crushed 48–22 by Egypt in the ongoing 2026 Africa Men’s Handball Nations Cup. The defeat eliminates Nigeria from semi-final contention, though the tournament served as a significant platform for the team's developing talent on the continental stage.