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*FIFA has finally ruled on the case between Super Eagles of Nigeria and DR Congo.*


*See full judgement below 👇🏼*

*FIFA DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE*

*(Under the authority of FIFA Regulations and the 2026 World Cup Qualification Framework)*

*IN THE MATTER OF:*

*The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF)*
*v.*
*The Congolese Association Football Federation (FECOFA)*

*RE: Eligibility Dispute – 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifiers (Best Losers Playoff Round)*

⸻

*DECISION AND RULING*

⸻

*I. Background*
*1.The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), representing the Nigeria national football team, filed a formal protest* *following the Best Losers Playoff match against the DR Congo national football team.*
*2.The playoff match was held to determine qualification for the final African slot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.*
*3.The match concluded with a 2–1 victory in favor of DR Congo, provisionally granting them advancement.*
*4.Nigeria’s protest alleged that Player X who appeared and scored during the match, was ineligible to represent DR Congo due to an incomplete nationality switch process under FIFA eligibility regulations.*

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*II. Jurisdiction*
*5.The FIFA Disciplinary Committee confirms jurisdiction pursuant to Articles 52 and 54 of* *the FIFA Disciplinary Code and the Regulations Governing the* *Application of the FIFA Statutes regarding player eligibility.*

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*III. Findings of Fact*

*After reviewing:*
• *The official match report,*
• *Player registration documentation,*
*•Correspondence between FECOFA and FIFA’s Players’ Status Department,*
*•Evidence submitted by both federations,*

*The Committee finds:*
*6.Player X previously represented another national association at youth competitive level.*
*7.Under FIFA Regulations Governing the Application of the Statutes, a player seeking to change* *association must:*
• *Submit a formal request for change of association;*
• *Receive written approval from FIFA;*
• *Await official confirmation before participating in an “A” international match.*
*8.While Player X had initiated the nationality switch process, the required formal* *approval from FIFA had not been issued prior to the Best Losers Playoff match.*
*9.No provisional clearance or temporary authorization had been granted.*
*10.The player therefore did not meet the eligibility requirements at the time of participation.*

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*IV. Applicable Regulations*
*11.Article 9 of the Regulations Governing the Application of the FIFA Statutes stipulates that a player may only represent a new* *association after approval of the change of association request.*
*12.Article 21 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code provides that a team fielding an ineligible player shall forfeit the* *match.*
*13.Playoff matches are considered official competition matches and are subject to strict eligibility compliance.*

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*V. Decision*

*Accordingly, the FIFA Disciplinary Committee rules as follows:*
*1.Player X of the DR Congo national football team was ineligible at the time of the Best Losers Playoff match* *due to an incomplete nationality switch.*
*2.DR Congo is deemed to have fielded an ineligible player.*
*3.The playoff match is declared forfeited.*
*4.The result is recorded as:*
*•DR Congo 0 – 3 Nigeria*
*5.The Nigeria national football team is declared winner of the Best Losers Playoff Round.*
*6.Nigeria is thereby awarded qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.*
*7.The DR Congo national football team is disqualified from the playoff pathway but retains the right to* *appeal before the FIFA Appeals Committee.*

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*VI. Observations*

*The Committee emphasizes that nationality switch procedures are fundamental to preserving competitive* *integrity in international football. Participation without formal approval, even if administrative* *processing is underway, constitutes a clear regulatory violation.*

*Strict compliance is mandatory, particularly in high-stakes playoff fixtures determining World Cup qualification.*

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IMO STATE GOVERNMENT SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPROVAL FOR THE CONFERMENT OF IMO STATE STAR HONOURS

His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, CON, Governor of Imo State, has approved the underlisted distinguished personalities for the conferment of Imo State @ 50 Star Honours, in recognition of their exceptional service, enduring legacy, and outstanding contributions to the growth, development, culture, governance, and global image of Imo State.

The honours, instituted as part of activities marking the Golden Jubilee of Imo State, celebrate both living legends and revered departed heroes whose lives and works have helped shape the destiny of the State across generations.

The recipients approved by His Excellency for conferment of honours under the respective categories listed below are as follows:

A) Golden Star Governor of Imo State
(GSGI)

Reserved for serving or former Governors who extraordinarily distinguished themselves in service to Imo State

H.E. Chief Sam Onunaka Mbakwe (Posthumous)

H.E. Senator Hope Uzodimma, CON

B) Grand Service Star of Imo State
(GSSI)

For exceptional service and contribution to the growth and development of Imo State

H.E Major-General Ike Omar Sanda Nwachukwu (rtd)
H.E. Rear Admiral Allison Madueke (rtd)
H.E. Cmdre. James Aneke (rtd)
H.E. Chief Achike Udenwa
H.E. Chief Ikedi Ohakim
H.E. Senator Rochas Anayo Okorocha
H.E. Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha
Hon. Justice Chioma Egondu Nwosu-Iheme Ph.D, JSC
His Eminence, Dr. Samuel Emeka Kanu Uche, JP (Prelate Emeritus, Methodist Church of Nigeria)
His Grace, The Most Rev. Henry Chukwudum Ndukuba (Primate, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion)

Posthumous:
H.E. Rear Admiral Ndubuisi Kanu
H.E. Admiral Adekunle Lawal
H.E. Brig. Gen. Sunday Adenihun
H.E. Cmdre. Amadi Ikwechegh
H.E. Cmdre. Anthony Oguguo
H.E. Chief Evan Enwerem
H. E. Col. Tanko Zubairu
Hon. Justice Chukwudifu Oputa, JSC
Chief Emmanuel C. Iwuanyanwu, CFR
Hon. Justice Ignatius Chukwudi Pats Acholonu JSC, CON

C) Distinguished Star of Imo State
(DSI)

For sustained impact in economic development, infrastructure, trade and investment

Prof. Michael J. C. Echeruo
Chief Leo Stan Ekeh
Prof. Maurice Iwu
Ambassador Kema Chikwe
H.R.H. Eze Godwin Osuji
Mr. Ernest Ebi, MFR
Chief (Dr.) John Enyiogasi
Sir Mike Okiro, IGP (rtd.)
Rev. Fr. Prof. Emeka Emeakaroha
Dr. Walter Ofonagoro

Posthumous:
Senator Arthur Nzeribe
Dr. Benjamin Uzoukwu Nzeribe
Prof. George Obiozor
Dr. Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe (K.O. Mbadiwe)
Chief Sir John Richard Anyaehie
H.R.H. Eze Pius Agwaramgbo
Chief Collins Obih
Chief Pascal Dozie
Chief Willie Anumudu
Nze Dr. Clement Maduako, MFR
Chief Emma Osigwe Nwogu
H.R.H. Eze Zeb Philips Nwosu

D) Art & Culture Star of Imo State
(ACSI)

For outstanding contributions to the arts, culture, heritage and social cohesion of Imo State

His Grace, The Most Rev. Anthony Valentine Obinna (Archbishop Emeritus, Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri)
Sir Christogonus Ezebuiro Obinna (Sir Warrior)
Mr. Anayo Modestus Kanayo (Kanayo O. Kanayo)
Ms. Genevieve Nnaji
Ms. Rita Dominic-Anosike
Mr. Dan Satch Opara-Godwin (Kabaka)

Posthumous:
Flora Nwapa

E) Star of Innovation Award
(SIA)

For breakthrough ideas, projects and impact in technology, research, development or philanthropy

Dr. Sylvester Ugoh

Posthumous:
Dr. Ezekiel Izuogu
Dr. Basil Nnanna Ukaegbu
H.R.H. Eze Ben Obi
Mrs Maria Egu

F) Star of Youth Leadership
(SYL)

Chiamaka Nnadozie

These honours reflect the gratitude of a people and the resolve of the Imo State Government to immortalise excellence, sacrifice and service.

Signed:
Chief Cosmas Iwu
Chairman, Planning Committee/Secretary to the Government of Imo State

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