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Sochima Victor Clinches Domestic Double With Jamus FC In South Sudan
Former Rivers United goalkeeper Sochima Victor has etched his name in South Sudanese football history after completing a stunning domestic double with Jamus FC...
Nigeria’s Adaobi Tabugbo and Onyah Favour Qualify for NCAA Championships with...
Nigerian athletes Adaobi Tabugbo and Onyah Favour delivered standout performances over the weekend to secure their spots at the NCAA Championships, further solidifying their...
Tina Godbless Secures NCAA Championships Double with Blistering Times in Quarterfinals
Nigeria’s sprint queen, Tina Godbless, continues her remarkable season with another commanding display, securing qualification for both the women’s 100m and 200m events at...
Chidi Okezie Blazes To Season’s Best of 44.98s At Kip Keino...
Team Nigeria's quarter-mile ace Chidi Okezie delivered a brilliant performance at the Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi on Saturday, clocking a Season’s Best (SB)...
Ezekiel Nathaniel Secures NCAA Championships Spot With 400m Hurdles Win At...
Nigerian quarter-miler Ezekiel Nathaniel continued his fine form on the track as he clinched victory in the 400m hurdles quarterfinal at the NCAA West...
Prior Ochonogor Powers Through NCAA East Regionals with Eye on Nationals
Nigerian hurdler Prior Ochonogor has kept his NCAA championship dreams alive after a strong showing in the men’s 400m hurdles at the NCAA East...
Rukayat Returns As Nigeria Bets On Youth And Experience For 2025...
The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) has named a formidable squad for the 2025 edition of the Kwibuka Women’s T20 Tournament in Rwanda, the much-anticipated...
Nigerian Sprint Starlet Precious Nzeakor Breaks Personal Record, Eyes NCAA Glory
The future of Nigerian sprinting continues to look promising as 20-year-old Precious Nzeakor delivered a standout performance at the NCAA East Preliminary Rounds on...
Delta State’s Sporting Dynasty: Inside Nigeria’s Unrivalled Champions
Delta State has once again cemented its place at the pinnacle of Nigerian sports, emerging as the champions of the National Sports Festival for...
Enugu Set to Host National Youth Sports Events with Security, Modern...
Enugu State has declared its full preparedness to host upcoming national youth sporting events, promising state-of-the-art infrastructure, maximum security, and a spectacular ceremonial experience.
This...
Comfort James Smashes Personal Best to Set New Festival Record in...
In a thrilling showcase of grit and determination, Comfort James stormed to victory in the women’s 800m final at the ongoing National Sports Festival,...
Oluwayemi Delivers Triple Jump Gold for Team Ogun at National Sports...
Team Ogun’s Blessing Oluwayemi electrified the crowd at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta on Wednesday, clinching the gold medal in the men’s triple...
Hamid Sambo Claims GOLD in 800m with Brilliantly Paced Run at...
Middle-distance runner Hamid Sambo put on a masterclass in race strategy to clinch GOLD in the men’s 800m final at the ongoing National Sports...
Ezekiel Nathaniel Dominates 400m Hurdles Heat at NCAA West Prelims with...
Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel continued to show his class on the track as he cruised to a comfortable victory in his 400m hurdles heat at...
Three Nigerian Sprinters Advance to NCAA East Quarterfinals in Florida
Nigerian sprinters Kanyinsola Ajayi, Fakorede Nicholas, and Sunday Israel Okon delivered strong performances in their respective 100m heats at the NCAA East Preliminary Rounds...
Faith Osamuyi Shines with PB in 100mH as Musa Claims Men’s...
Festival, storming to victory in the women’s 100m hurdles final with a new Personal Best (PB) of 13.26 seconds. Representing Edo State on home...
Ogun Govt Blames Athletes’ Impatience As Protest Rocks National Sports Festival
The Ogun State Government has described as "regrettable and unnecessary" the protest staged by some of its athletes at the ongoing National Sports Festival...
Onyekwere Claims Podium Finish in Arizona, Strengthens Olympic Prospects
Nigeria’s Chioma Onyekwere continued her impressive run of form on the international circuit, claiming a third-place finish at the prestigious USATF Throws Festival held...
Ogun Sports Commissioner Honoured with SWAN Excellence Award, Credits Governor Abiodun’s...
The Honourable Commissioner for Sports Development in Ogun State, Hon. Wasiu Isiaka, has been honoured with the prestigious Award of Excellence by the Sports...
Ojeleye Claims Double Gold, Leads Delta State 1-2 Finish in T53/54...
Sefiu Ojeleye delivered a spectacular performance at the national para-athletics meet, clinching double gold in the men’s 400m and 1500m T53-54 events, and spearheading...
Osahon Dominates Discus F55-56, Secures Gold for Edo State with Record-Breaking...
In a commanding display of strength and determination, Edosomwan Fidelity Osahon brought glory to Edo State after clinching the gold medal in the men’s...
Ojeli Finally Strikes Gold at National Sports Festival After Years of...
After years of chasing glory, Emmanuel Ojeli has finally etched his name in the history books as a National Sports Festival (NSF) champion, delivering...
Ogun2025:Patience Okon-George Breaks Festival Record in 400m, Storms to Victory in...
Veteran quarter-miler Patience Okon-George rolled back the years with a sensational performance at the ongoing National Sports Festival, setting a new festival record of...
Ogun2025: Emmanuel Ojeli Shines with PB of 45.58s to Win 400m...
In a thrilling 400m final that showcased the depth of Nigerian sprinting talent, Emmanuel Ojeli of Rivers State stole the spotlight with a golden...
Shooting Sport Gathers Momentum at National Sports Festival, As Federation Eyes...
The Technical Director of the Nigerian Shooting Sports Federation (NSSF), Mr. KC Wilson, has expressed satisfaction with the level of competition and technological advancement...
Akanbi Delivers Tactical Masterclass to Clinch 1500m Gold in Style
Ronke Akanbi of Ogun State delivered the performance of her life to clinch gold in the women’s 1500m final, showcasing both grit and strategy...
Golf Takes Center Stage at National Sports Festival as Medal Tally...
The golf championship at the 22nd National Sports Festival, Ogun Gateway Games 2024, is delivering excitement and intense competition, with several states making their...
Coach Sekoni Leads Ogun Female Handball Team to Gateway Games 2024...
Head Coach Shola Sekoni is at the heart of Ogun State’s impressive run in the female handball category at the Gateway Games 2024, as...
Olaniyi Victoria Blazes to Personal Best in Semifinal Showdown, Sets Stage...
Edo’s Olaniyi Victoria Ayomid announced herself as the woman to beat in the women’s 400m event, clocking a sensational personal best of 54.17 seconds...
Tobi Amusan Blazes to Victory in Rabat with African Lead and...
Nigeria’s sprint queen, Tobi Amusan, reaffirmed her status as a global hurdling force with a commanding performance at the Rabat Diamond League on Sunday,...
Ogun2025:Ukaegbu Fires Abia into Top 10 with Darts Masterclass at National...
In a sport often overlooked, Abia State’s Nnamdi Ukaegbu has become the unlikely hero of the 2024 National Sports Festival, firing his state into...
Team Ogun Edges Golden Eaglets to Reach National Sports Festival Final
Team Ogun secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over the Golden Eaglets in a thrilling semi-final clash at the ongoing National Sports Festival, tagged Gateway...
Team Edo Eyes Top Finish at Gateway Games as Medal Tally...
Executive Director of Sports Development and Operation, Edo State, Mrs. Sabina Chikere, has expressed strong optimism that Team Edo will finish among the top...
Governor Abiodun Applauds Youth Talent, Presents Gold Medal To Team Ogun...
Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun, has reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to youth and sports development during a series of visits...
Adediran Soars As Long Jump Final Delivers Festival’s Closest Finish
In one of the most thrilling displays of athletic talent at the ongoing National Sports Festival, Mary Adediran of Lagos State clinched gold in...
Ogun Vs Oyo: Gafari Badmus, Laken Oga Set Stage For Regional...
The men’s 400m semifinals are shaping up to be a thrilling chapter in a growing regional rivalry, as Team Ogun’s Gafari Amanda Badmus and...
Golden Glory at Home: Host Quartet Dazzles in Mixed 4x400m Relay...
In what was undoubtedly one of the highlights of the athletics meet, the home team delivered a stunning performance in the Mixed 4x400m relay...
How Michael Aiyegbeni Delivers Gold for Lagos in Thrilling Hammer Throw...
Michael Aiyegbeni delivered a golden moment for Lagos State on Saturday as he emerged victorious in the Men’s Hammer Throw Final at the National...
Team Ogun Crushes Team Oyo 8-1 in Wheelchair Basketball Final, Secures...
Team Ogun delivered a stunning display of skill and cohesion to dominate Team Oyo 8-1 in the mixed-event wheelchair basketball final, further cementing their...
NSF Venue Decisions Not Political, Says Ogun Sports Commissioner
The Ogun State Commissioner for Sports Development, Hon. Wasiu Isiaka, has dismissed allegations of political bias in the exclusion of the Yewa region from...
Team Ogun Secures Semi-Final Spot Amid Officiating Controversy at NSF 2024
Team Ogun on Saturday secured a hard-fought 65-57 victory over Team Delta to advance to the semi-finals of the basketball event at the ongoing...
Hon. Adeyinka Adeboye Reaffirms Commitment To Grassroots Sports Development At Gateway...
The Gateway Games 2024 in Ogun State unfolded as a vibrant celebration of talent, unity, and excellence — with Hon. Adeyinka Adeboye, the Senior...
“I Did This for Kwara and for Every Girl Who Dreams...
Rofiat Abdulazeez, Nigeria’s top-ranked female squash player, delivered a dominant performance to clinch the gold medal for Kwara State in the female singles event,...
Offiong Eyes Glory as Karate Events Begin at National Sports Festival
As the 22nd National Sports Festival gathers momentum in Ogun State, experienced Karateka Patience Elisha Offiong has declared her readiness to lead Team Akwa...
Rugby Will Return at 2026 National Sports Festival” – NRFF President...
President of the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF), Dr Ademola Are, has assured rugby players and enthusiasts across the country that the sport will...
Chukwuebuka Enekwechi Impresses with Season-Best Throw of 21.58m at Zagreb Meet
Nigeria’s shot put sensation, Chukwuebuka Enekwechi, delivered a powerful statement on Tuesday at the prestigious Zagreb Meeting, recording a season-best throw of 21.58 metres.
Enekwechi,...
OGUN 2025: This Success Has Come to Stay” – Edikan Cletus...
Edikan Cletus etched his name into Akwa Ibom's sporting history on Thursday, May 22, as he led Team Akwa Ibom’s Kung Fu contingent to...
“We Only Came to Give Competition to the Perennial Winners” –...
Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development in Bayelsa State, Hon. Daniel Igali, has played down the significance of the current medals table standings,...
“We’re Aiming for the Gold” — Adedeji Confident as Team Ogun...
Team Ogun’s male and female cricket teams have secured their spots in the semifinals of the T20 category at the ongoing 22nd National Sports...
“Governor Abiodun’s N2.5m Promise Lifted My Spirit” – Ogunbanwo Shocks Nigeria’s...
It was an electrifying atmosphere inside the Cinema Hall of the June 12 Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta, as Taiwo Ogunbanwo of Team Ogun stunned...
