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AFCON Heartbreak: Nigeria's US Visa Woes & FG-ASUU Deal Top Thursday's Headlines

AFCON Heartbreak: Nigeria's US Visa Woes & FG-ASUU Deal Top Thursday's Headlines

Nigeria's AFCON hopes were dashed as they narrowly missed out on advancing to the next round in the African Cup of Nations.

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Nigeria's Super Eagles narrowly missed out on a spot in the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals after losing to Tunisia in their final group stage match. The US visa ban on Nigerian players has been confirmed, sparking controversy and calls for action from football fans and players alike. Meanwhile, Nigeria's government has reached an agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), ending a long-standing strike that had affected education nationwide.

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