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Adams has dismissed claims that Nigeria’s players are indifferent to the country’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the disappointment has affected the squad more than anyone else.
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The striker said suggestions that the players do not care are unfair, stressing that missing football’s biggest tournament has significant consequences for their careers and personal ambitions.
“Missing the World Cup hurt us the most. People may think we don’t care, but we’re the ones living with the disappointment every day,” Adams said.
The Montpellier forward explained that representing Nigeria at the World Cup is a dream shared by every player, adding that failing to qualify is a painful experience for the entire squad.
According to him, the absence from the tournament also affects players’ visibility, career progression and opportunities at the highest level.
“Playing at the World Cup is every footballer’s dream. When you miss that opportunity, it has a huge impact on your career and your confidence,” he added.
Adams urged Nigerians to continue supporting the Super Eagles despite the setback, expressing confidence that the team can bounce back stronger in future competitions.
The 25-year-old maintained that the players remain fully committed to restoring Nigeria’s place among world football’s elite and ensuring the country qualifies for future major tournaments.
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revoked the operating licences of 46 microfinance banks with effect from July 1, 2026, as part of efforts to strengthen the stability of the country’s financial system and enforce regulatory compliance.
The apex bank said the action was taken in accordance with its powers under Sections 12 and 13 of the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA), 2020.
According to the CBN, the revocation was approved by its Governor, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, following the affected banks’ failure to meet the regulatory requirements necessary for continued operation as licensed financial institutions.
The Bank explained that the decision was necessitated by one or more regulatory infractions, including insufficient assets to meet liabilities, closure of operations without prior approval from the CBN, prolonged inactivity and cessation of financial intermediation, failure to commence operations within 12 months of receiving a licence, and failure to maintain the minimum capital requirement unimpaired by losses.
The CBN stated that the revocation forms part of its ongoing supervisory and regulatory measures aimed at safeguarding the stability of the financial sector, protecting depositors, and ensuring that all licensed financial institutions operate in compliance with existing laws and regulatory standards.
The apex bank reaffirmed its commitment to promoting a safe, sound, and resilient financial system, adding that it will continue to take appropriate regulatory and supervisory actions whenever necessary to maintain public confidence in Nigeria’s financial system.
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