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FSF Accepts CAF Sanctions Over AFCON Final Chaos, Waives Right to...
The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has formally accepted the disciplinary sanctions and fines imposed by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following the disorderly...
Okechukwu Takes Sporting Director Role as Enyimba Begin Major Restructuring
Former Super Eagles defender Uche Okechukwu has been appointed as the new Sporting Director of Enyimba FC, signalling a decisive shift in the football...
Nwaiwu’s Defensive Authority Grows as Trabzonspor Hold Antalyaspor Away
Chibuike Nwaiwu’s rapid rise at Trabzonspor continued on Sunday night as the Nigerian centre-back delivered another commanding display in a 1–1 away draw against...
Edose Ibadin Smashes Nigerian Indoor 800m Record in Season Opener
Nigerian middle-distance runner Edose Ibadin announced his arrival for the 2026 indoor season in stunning fashion after clocking 1:46.38 to win the men’s 800m...
Rivers Athletes Ready for 2nd Niger Delta Games
The Rivers State Director of Sports, Mrs. Obia Inyengiyikabo, has declared that athletes from the state are fully prepared for the forthcoming 2nd Niger...
Grace Nwokocha Storms Back to the Track with Impressive Washburn Open...
Grace Nwokocha has announced her return to competitive athletics in emphatic fashion, nearly three years after serving a suspension, by cruising to victory in...
Musa Leads by Example as Kano Pillars Vow to Fight On...
Kano Pillars forward Ahmed Musa has sent a clear message to rivals and supporters alike, insisting the club will battle to the very end...
Fenerbahce Close In on Statement January Move for Lookman as Atletico...
Fenerbahce are positioning themselves for one of the most eye-catching deals of the January transfer window as talks with Atalanta over Nigerian winger Ademola...
Football World Rallies Around Chukwueze After Death of Mother
Nigerian international winger Samuel Chukwueze is mourning the loss of his mother, who passed away after a brief illness, drawing widespread sympathy from the...
CAF Fixes Dates for 2025/26 Confederation Cup Final
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the dates for the final of the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup, despite the competition still...
Orlando Pirates, Olisa Ndah Part Ways by Mutual Consent
South African giants Orlando Pirates have announced the mutual termination of their contract with Nigerian international defender Olisa Ndah.
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Wahab Hits Four as Igdir F.K Thrash Agri Spor Kulubu in...
Ibadan-born striker Ayomide Wahab delivered a stunning performance on Wednesday, January 28, scoring four goals and providing one assist as Igdir F.K cruised to...
NNL Board Praised for Sponsorship Drive as Life Ban Sought for...
The George Aluo-led Board of the Nigerian National League (NNL) has been commended for restoring credibility to the country’s second-tier league, with stakeholders linking...
Stakeholders Accuse Veteran Board Member of Plot to Undermine NBBF Leadership
Basketball stakeholders across Nigeria have raised the alarm over what they describe as a coordinated attempt to destabilise the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), accusing...
NBF Unveils Comprehensive 2026 Calendar to Drive Growth of Nigerian Boxing
The Nigeria Boxing Federation (NBF) has unveiled an extensive programme of activities for the 2026 sporting calendar, outlining a roadmap aimed at repositioning Nigerian...
KBSL Super Four Set for January Showdown in Birnin Kebbi
The stage is set for the 2026 Kebbi State Beach Soccer League (KBSL) Super Four, as four teams prepare to battle for the season’s...
Molde Exclude Daniel Daga from Winter Camp Amid Ongoing Sexual Assault...
Nigeria midfielder Daniel Daga has been left out of Molde FK’s winter training camp in Spain as investigations continue into an alleged sexual assault...
Ayinde Joins Swedish Champions BK Häcken on Free Transfer
Nigeria’s Super Falcons midfielder Halimatu Ayinde has completed a free transfer to Damallsvenskan champions BK Häcken, opening a fresh chapter in her club career...
Enekwechi Opens 2026 Season With Dominant Victory at Orlen Cup
Nigeria’s Chukwuebuka Enekwechi has launched his 2026 athletics season in commanding fashion, winning the men’s shot put at the Orlen Cup in Łódź, Poland,...
Beşiktaş Line Up Terem Moffi as Tammy Abraham Nears Aston Villa...
Beşiktaş are weighing up a move for OGC Nice forward Terem Moffi as they prepare for the expected departure of Tammy Abraham, who is...
Angola to Host Entire 2026 BAL Season as League Enters New...
Angola has been confirmed as the host nation for the entire 2026 season of the Basketball Africa League (BAL), a landmark decision approved by...
Onyemaechi Stakes Claim as Olympiacos Edge Volos Ahead of Ajax Test
Bruno Onyemaechi delivered a timely reminder of his growing importance to Olympiacos as the Greek giants secured a controlled 1–0 win over Volos on...
Onuoha Okechukwu Kingsley Signs First Pro Deal with Czech Side SK...
Nigerian youngster Onuoha Okechukwu Kingsley has taken a major step in his football journey after officially signing his first professional contract with Czech Republic...
Nnadozie the Wall as Brighton Snatch Crucial Away Win
Chiamaka Nnadozie delivered a commanding Player of the Match performance to inspire Brighton & Hove Albion to a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Everton in...
NDDC Targets Olympic Pathway as Niger Delta Games Set to Become...
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is positioning the Niger Delta Games as a long-term talent pipeline for Nigeria’s international sporting ambitions, with plans...
Golden Arrows Fly High as Quarter-Final Stage Is Set at African...
Nigeria’s Golden Arrows have sent a strong warning to the rest of the continent after storming into the quarter-finals of the African Handball Nations...
Salim Fago Lawal Close to Joining Qarabağ FK
Super Eagles forward, Salim Fago Lawal is on the verge of a move to Azerbaijani champions Qarabağ FK, with reports suggesting a €2 million...
Adeleye Returns to Familiar Ground as Enosis Neon Secure Super Eagles...
Super Eagles goalkeeper Adebayo Adeleye has completed a return to Enosis Neon Paralimniou FC, signing a two-year permanent deal with the Cypriot club as...
Honesty Soars to NCAA Top-3 with Massive PB at Fighting Illini...
Mercy Honesty announced herself as one of the premier triple jumpers in U.S. collegiate athletics after producing a sensational personal best of 13.38m at...
Immaculate Daniel Maintains Podium Form at Larry Wieczorek Invitational
Nigeria’s Immaculate Daniel continued her encouraging start to the indoor season with another composed performance at the Larry Wieczorek Invitational, finishing third in the...
From Chelsea Roots to Tyneside Dreams: Ashanti Akpan Joins Newcastle United...
Newcastle United Women have completed the signing of 20-year-old midfielder Ashanti Akpan, marking the end of a long and formative chapter at Chelsea for...
Daje Sets New PB Despite Final Disappointment at Orange & Purple...
Nigerian sprinter Lucky Daje 🇳🇬 delivered another encouraging performance in his freshman indoor season, clocking a new personal best of 6.75s in the men’s...
Nwaiwu’s Defensive Authority Anchors Trabzonspor to Süper Lig Win
Chibuike Nwaiwu continued his impressive start to life at Trabzonspor Kulübü, delivering another assured defensive display as the Black Sea Storm edged Kasımpaşa 2–1...
Rivers United Captain Emekayi Talks Tough Ahead of CAF Champions League...
Rivers United captain Temple Emekayi has sent a clear and confident message ahead of his side’s CAF Champions League fixture in Zambia, insisting the...
Osamuyi Storms to New PB at Orange & Purple Invitational
Nigerian sprint hurdler Faith Osamuyi delivered another statement performance at the Orange & Purple Invitational, powering to a new personal best of 8.33s in...
CAF Removes Disciplinary Chief Ousmane Kane from AFCON Final Probe
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has taken a decisive step to reinforce transparency in its investigation into the controversial Africa Cup of Nations...
NPFL Slams Remo Stars with ₦7m Fine, Orders Relocation of Home...
The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) has imposed a ₦7 million fine on defending champions Remo Stars for multiple breaches of league regulations following...
Samson brilliant in all-round indoor opener at Owen Hewett Invitational
Nigerian multi-event athlete Tina Samson 🇳🇬 made a confident start to her indoor season with a strong all-round showing at the Owen Hewett Invitational,...
Agbawodikeizu Turns Pro at Derby County
Nigerian striker Ebuka Charles Agbawodikeizu has taken a major step in his football journey after officially signing his first professional contract with English Championship...
Crown FC Appoint Osho Fatai as Technical Adviser Ahead of NNL...
Crown Football Club of Ogbomoso has officially appointed Coach Osho Fatai as its new Technical Adviser, ahead of the resumption of the second stanza...
Tabugbo Opens 2026 Indoor Season With 8.43s in Finland
Nigerian hurdles star Adaobi Tabugbo made an encouraging return to competitive action on Saturday, opening her 2026 indoor season with a strong performance at...
CAF Moves to Decision Stage in Controversial 2025 AFCON Final Amid...
Fresh developments have emerged in the fallout of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) reportedly moving...
CAF Slaps Algeria $100,000 Fine, Suspends Defender After AFCON 2025 Clashes...
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed a $100,000 fine on the Algerian Football Federation (FAF) following a series of disciplinary breaches during...
Onwuzurike Returns: Nigerian Sprint Star Opens 2026 Indoor Campaign in Boston
Nigerian sprint sensation Udodi Onwuzurike is set to light up the track as he opens his 2026 indoor season at the prestigious New Balance...
Nigerian Teen Sensation Ebuka Agbawodikeizu Turns Pro at Derby County
Young Nigerian striker Ebuka Charles Agbawodikeizu has taken a major step in his football journey after officially signing his first professional contract with English...
Ondo Coaches Tasked to Field Best Athletes Ahead of 2nd Niger...
The Ondo State Liaison Committee has urged coaches across 17 sports disciplines to ensure that only the most prepared and competitive athletes represent the...
CFN Unveils Packed 2026 Calendar, Targets Stronger Cycling Development
The Cycling Federation of Nigeria (CFN) has released its comprehensive calendar of events for the 2026 sporting year, setting the tone for an action-packed...
UNICAL Clinches Hosting Rights for 28th NUGA Games, Signs MoA
The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has been officially confirmed as the host of the 28th Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) Games following the formal...
Golden Arrows Shock Algeria, Open AFCON Handball Campaign With Gritty Win
Nigeria’s Senior Men’s Handball Team, the Golden Arrows, sent a strong statement across the continent on Tuesday after grinding out an impressive 25–23 victory...
Yaya Toure Hails Nigeria as Most Impressive Team at AFCON 2025
Former Manchester City and Ivory Coast midfield legend Yaya Toure has singled out Nigeria’s Super Eagles as the standout team at the recently concluded...
