Nigeria, April 21 -- In African women's football, dominance is not declared; it is sustained.

And once again, Nigeria women's national football team have reinforced that status.

In the latest FIFA Women's World Rankings released on Tuesday, 21 April, Nigeria climbed one place to 36th in the world, up from 37th in the previous edition.

On paper, it is a modest shift. In context, it is a statement.

Because while others fluctuate, Nigeria remain Africa's benchmark, still the continent's highest-ranked side, still setting the pace.

Since the last rankings update in December, international fixtures have been limited but meaningful.

Focus has largely been on qualification pathways for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, with Africa's represe...