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Akintola Shines in Italy with Double Sprint Wins, Eyes Nigerian Trials...
Nigeria’s Alaba Akintola delivered a commanding performance at the Meeting Arcobaleno in Italy, signaling a strong return to form ahead of the Nigerian Athletics...
Ogun Government backs 2025 Veterans Cup Southwest Qualifier in Abeokuta
The Ogun State Government has thrown its weight behind the successful hosting of the 2025 Veterans Cup Zonal Qualifier, reaffirming its commitment to sports...
Edo Cyclists Shine at African Para Cycling Championship, Secure UCI Scholarships
Edo State’s sporting prowess took center stage once again as its para cyclists delivered a commanding performance at the African Para Cycling Track Championship...
Flying eagles land in Ghana , set sights on third straight...
Nigeria’s U20 national team, the Flying Eagles, have officially begun preparations in Accra, Ghana, ahead of the 2024 WAFU B U20 Boys Championship, determined...
Nwobodo Named Rangers Captain in Leadership Reshuffle Ahead of New Season
Seven-time Nigeria Premier Football League champions, Rangers International FC, have unveiled Chidiebere Nwobodo as their new club captain in a bold leadership reshuffle aimed...
Ogun Women Run Organizers Fulfill ₦1M Prize Promise, Set Sights on...
Organizers of the Ogun Women Run have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting female athletes and promoting wellness by announcing the successful disbursement of prize...
Ayeni Slams Officiating, Eyes NPFL Promotion as Crown FC Prepare for...
Crown FC Technical Advisor, Coach Ayodeji Ayeni, has called for improved officiating standards in the ongoing 2025 Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8 Playoffs...
Fresh Start for Cynosure FC as Nwaeze Christian Takes Over Amid...
Cynosure Football Club of Abakaliki is charting a new course following the appointment of Mr. Nwaeze Christian as the club’s new Chairman, signaling a...
Brave Ten-Man Osun United Stay Top After Dramatic Late Equalizer Against...
Osun United held their nerves and showed true grit to snatch a vital point in a pulsating 1-1 draw against Crown FC in their...
Kanyinsola Ajayi Equals Personal Best to Win Men’s 100m at Meeting...
Nigerian sprint sensation Kanyinsola Ajayi stormed to victory at the Meeting de Sotteville in France, equalling his personal best time of 9.92s (+1.7m/s) to...
Sports Development Gets Boost as Ogun Governor Appoints Tunde Delu SSA
In what is being hailed as a strategic win for grassroots sports development and professional governance, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has appointed seasoned...
Ijebu-Ode Referees Take the Lead in Embracing New Global Football Rules...
In a move that sets the pace for officiating standards in Nigerian football, the Ijebu-Ode Football Referees’ Society has taken a major step forward...
Yobe Desert Stars Top Group A, Dedicate Victory to Governor Buni
Yobe Desert Stars FC showcased grit and determination on Sunday as they overturned an early deficit to secure a 2-1 victory over Doma United...
9jaHoops Spotlight – Rising Stars Shine Bright as FIBA Africa Zone...
The FIBA Africa Zone 3 Academies Tournament reached a thrilling boiling point on Day 2 as young basketball prodigies from Nigeria and Ghana intensified...
Doma United Chairman Urges Team to Stay Focused Ahead of Crucial...
With a place in next season’s Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) on the line, Chairman of Doma United FC, Alhaji Suleiman Umar, paid a...
“Mission X”: House of Reps Charges Super Falcons to Maintain Momentum...
The House of Representatives Committee on Sports has rallied behind Nigeria’s Super Falcons, urging them to stay focused and build on their impressive start...
Super Falcons Begin WAFCON Campaign in Style with 3–0 Victory Over...
Nigeria's Super Falcons kicked off their 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign with a commanding 3–0 win over Tunisia at the Stade...
Youth Talent Shines as FIBA Africa Zone 3 Academies Tournament Dunks...
The vibrant city of Lagos has come alive with the sounds of bouncing balls and roaring crowds as the inaugural FIBA Africa Zone 3...
Chukwuma Signals Rising Form with Impressive Fourth-Place Finish at Prefontaine Classic
Nigerian sprint sensation Rosemary Chukwuma sent a strong message to her rivals with a solid performance in the women’s 100m invitational at the prestigious...
Historic Moment for Africa as Nigeria’s Enekwechi Breaks Shot Put Barrier...
Chukwuebuka Enekwechi etched his name into the history books on Saturday night at the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon, becoming the first African man...
Amusan Sends Strong Warning Ahead of World Championships with Blistering Run...
Nigeria’s sprint queen and world record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, Tobi Amusan, served a timely reminder of her elite status with a...
Ezekiel Nathaniel Shines on Global Stage with Podium Finish in Star-Studded...
In a race stacked with some of the finest hurdlers in the world, Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel proved he belongs among the elite, clinching a...
Edo Government Endorses E-Sports Growth, Pledges Support for Youth-Driven Digital Innovation
In a move that signals a progressive shift in the Edo State sports landscape, the Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon....
Bamofin Ladipo Johnson Launches N1.7M U-16 Football Tourney to Empower Lagos...
A new chapter in grassroots sports development opened in Lagos as 32 youth teams gear up to battle for a total prize of ₦1.7...
Katsina United Set to Resume Training July 7, Retains 23 Players...
Katsina United Football Club has officially announced July 6, 2025, as the resumption date for players ahead of preparations for the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier...
Paul Onuachu Seals Permanent Move To Trabzonspor In €5.6m Deal
Nigerian international Paul Onuachu has completed a permanent switch to Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor, ending a brief and underwhelming stint with English club...
Barau FC, Yobe Desert Stars Set To Open NNL Super 8...
All eyes will be on the Stephen Keshi International Stadium this Saturday morning as Barau FC and Yobe Desert Stars lock horns in the...
Safety Babes, Tojemarine Set To Defend Titles As Ardova Handball Premier...
The stage is set for another exciting season of elite handball in Nigeria as the first phase of the Ardova Handball Premier League 2025...
Chief Ibilola Solaja Sponsors Women’s Top Prize In 2025 Isonyin Marathon...
As momentum builds for the 2025 edition of the MASA Isonyin Marathon, a new wave of inspiration has swept through Ogun State’s sporting community,...
Crown FC Hit the Ground Running in Asaba Ahead of NNL...
Crown FC have commenced preparations in earnest for the much-anticipated Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8 promotion play-offs, holding at the Stephen Keshi Stadium,...
Governor Sule Rewards Nasarawa Athletes With ₦75 Million For Outstanding Sporting...
In a grand gesture of appreciation and encouragement, the Nasarawa State Government has announced a total cash reward of ₦75 million for athletes, coaches,...
Stephen Keshi Stadium Gears Up for NNL Super 8 Playoffs as...
The stage is set for the 2025 Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8 promotion playoffs at the Stephen Keshi International Stadium in Asaba, with...
Dennis Nya Becomes Hot Prospect After Zesco United Exit
Nigeria international defender Dennis Nya has officially parted ways with Zesco United, sparking immediate interest across top African leagues ahead of the 2025/26 football...
Crown FC Eyes Premier League Return As Coach Ayeni Rallies Troops...
As Crown FC arrives in Asaba for the much-anticipated Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8 playoffs, Technical Adviser Alexander Ayodeji Ayeni has urged his...
WAFU-B Names Officials for U20 Boys Cup as Nigeria Gears Up...
The West African Football Union Zone B (WAFU-B) has officially announced the list of match officials for the third edition of the WAFU-B U20...
Barau FC Lands in Asaba with Sights Set on NPFL Promotion
Barau Football Club of Kano has arrived in Asaba with a clear mission — to secure one of four coveted promotion slots to the...
Flying Eagles Begin Camp in Abuja with Renewed Focus Ahead of...
Head Coach Aliyu Zubairu has outlined a renewed vision for Nigeria’s U20 boys, the Flying Eagles, as they officially resumed camping in Abuja ahead...
Osayi-Samuel Champions Grassroots Football in Benin, Eyes Next Generation of Stars
Super Eagles and Fenerbahçe right-back, Bright Osayi-Samuel, has reaffirmed his commitment to grassroots football development in Nigeria, as he returned to Benin, Edo State...
Kwara United Announces 10-Day Break After Federation Cup Triumph Over Abakaliki...
Kwara United have granted players and officials a 10-day break following their hard-fought victory over Abakaliki FC in the President Federation Cup, marking a...
Akwa Ibom FA, Manu Garba Unite to Scout Future Superstars in...
The Akwa Ibom State Football Association (AKSFA) has expressed strong support for Nigeria U17 coach Manu Garba grassroots talent hunt, hailing his presence in...
NFF Names 16 Top Referees for 2025 NNL Super Eight in...
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially unveiled the list of match officials for the highly anticipated 2025 Nigeria National League (NNL) Super Eight...
Perfect Faye Powers to Victory in U18 Boys’ 200m Final with...
Perfect Faye of Bayelsa State delivered a sensational performance in the U18 Boys’ 200m final at the National Youth Athletics Championships, clocking a new...
Teen Sensation Mary Chioma Edeh Shines Bright, Wins First National Title...
From the bustling town of Nnewi in Anambra State to the national spotlight, 16-year-old Mary Chioma Edeh announced her arrival in style by storming...
Kanu Charges New Enyimba Signings to Restore Club’s Glory Ahead of...
Enyimba FC Chairman, Ambassador Nwankwo Kanu, has thrown down the gauntlet to the club’s new signings, challenging them to reignite the People’s Elephant’s dominance...
Flying Eagles Resume Final Preparations in Abuja Ahead of WAFU B...
Nigeria’s U-20 men’s team, the Flying Eagles, have regrouped in Abuja for the final leg of preparations ahead of the maiden edition of the...
Ikot Abasi Bags ₦10m as Akwa Ibom Government Fulfills 2023 Governor’s...
Months after the conclusion of the 2023 Governor’s Cup, the Akwa Ibom State Government has officially disbursed cash rewards to the tournament's top performers,...
Rasheed Akanbi Bids Emotional Farewell to FC Sheriff After Memorable Spell
Nigerian forward Rasheed Ibrahim Akanbi has officially ended his chapter with Moldovan champions FC Sheriff, parting ways with the club following the expiration of...
Egbon, Nweke, Jimoh Shine Bright as Trials for CAA U18/U20 Championships...
The curtain has fallen on the Team Nigeria selection trials for the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U-18 and U-20 Championships, with several young...
Cynthia Nweke Completes Sprint Double with Dominant U20 100m Victory at...
Cynthia Chioma Nweke underlined her status as Nigeria’s brightest young sprinting talent, storming to victory in the U20 women’s 100m final at the Nigerian...
Egbon Claims U18 100m Crown in Sagamu with Gritty Run Amidst...
Destiny Egbon lived up to his name at the Nigerian Junior Championships in Sagamu, storming to victory in the U18 Boys' 100m final to...
