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‘Nigeria Don’t Deserve the World Cup!’ Lawal Slams Super Eagles’ Push...
Former Nigeria international Dimeji Lawal has said the Nigeria national football team do not deserve to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting...
‘Morocco Will Still Host!’ Nkiyu Confident WAFCON Plans Will Stay on...
Former coach of the Nigeria women's national under-17 football team, Bala Nkiyu, has expressed confidence that Morocco will still host the Women's Africa Cup...
‘Young Stars Ready to Shine!’ Nigeria Cricket Federation Announces U-17 Championship...
The Nigeria Cricket Federation has confirmed that the seventh edition of the national Under-17 Cricket Championship will take place from March 11 to March...
SSA Anthony Adeboye Mourns Director of Special Duties, Tijjani Isah Yankwashi,...
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Director...
National Sports Commission Mourns Nigerian Football Legend, High Chief Festus Adegboye...
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Super Eagles coach, High Chief Festus Adegboye Onigbinde, describing him...
“A Colossus of Nigerian Football Bows Out” — Ogun FA Mourns...
The Ogun State Football Association (OGSFA) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Super Eagles Head Coach, Chief Festus Adegboyega Onigbinde, describing...
NSC DG, Hon. Bukola Olopade Commends Toptier Sports Management, NNL Leadership...
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has applauded the growing investment and professional input being brought into the...
‘Give Chelle What He Wants!’ Sunday Mba Backs Coach’s Demands
Former Super Eagles midfielder Sunday Mba has urged the Nigeria Football Federation to meet the demands of Eric Chelle, insisting the coach has earned...
‘That Goal Meant Everything!’ Boniface Reveals His Most Special Career Strike
Nigerian striker Victor Boniface has revealed that his most memorable goal so far came during a match against Borussia Dortmund, explaining that the moment...
‘CAF Must Be Clear!’ Falode Demands Transparency Over WAFCON Host
Member of the FIFA Media and Communications Committee and former chairperson of the Nigeria Women Football League, Aisha Falode, has urged the Confederation of...
WAFCON Delay Is Unfair!’ Plumptre Slams Late Tournament Postponement
Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has expressed disappointment over the decision by the Confederation of African Football to postpone the Women's Africa Cup of...
Epe Grammar School Benefits from CAF’s Grassroots Football Push
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) School Football Development Initiative continued on Monday in Lagos, Nigeria, with Epe Grammar School being the next beneficiary.
The...
Great To Have Him Back!’ Jakirovic Praises Ajayi After Injury Return
Head coach of Hull City, Sergej Jakirovic, has praised Nigerian defender Semi Ajayi following his return from injury during the club’s recent fixture.
Ajayi made...
‘Our Fans Were Incredible!’ Osimhen Delighted After Derby Winner Against Beşiktaş
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has expressed delight after scoring the decisive goal that secured a 1–0 victory for Galatasaray over fierce rivals Beşiktaş...
‘147 Boxers, Zero Controversy!’ Olopade Hails Transparent Commonwealth Games Boxing Trials
Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has commended the Nigeria Boxing Federation for organising what he described as a transparent and controversy-free...
‘Thank God for This Victory!’ Ajisola Khadijat Triumphs in 57kg at...
Nigerian boxer Ajisola Khadijat has expressed gratitude after emerging winner of the 57kg category at the Commonwealth Games National Open Boxing Trials, describing the...
Sweet Revenge! Patricia Mbata Floors Orakwe to Win Gold at Commonwealth...
Nigerian elite boxer Patricia Mbata has expressed delight after clinching gold in the 70kg category at the Commonwealth Games National Open Boxing Trials held...
Akuh Purity Targets Olympic Qualification Through Ranking Series
National wrestling coach Akuh Purity has revealed that he and his athletes are intensifying preparations in a bid to secure qualification for the next...
Newcastle Hosts Barcelona in CL Last 16
Nine years ago Newcastle were contending with Barnsley. Championship football, 46-game slog, promotion party in May 2017.
Now Eddie Howe’s side take on Barcelona in...
MD/CEO Nilayo Sports Management Ltd., Mrs. Yetunde Olopade Applauds Bayelsa Government’s...
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nilayo Sports Management Limited, Mrs. Yetunde Olopade, has commended the Government of Bayelsa State for its...
Team 33 Kicks Off Live Coverage of Nigeria National League (NNL)
Team 33 Production has officially commenced live broadcast of the Nigeria National League (NNL), signalling the first major milestone in the partnership between Toptier...
AUSC Region 2 Signs Partnership Agreement with ASKY Airlines as Official...
The African Union Sports Council Region 2 (AUSC Region 2) is pleased to announce a strategic partnership agreement with ASKY Airlines, designating the airline...
NSC Rewards Young Talents as Part of Grassroots Development Drive –...
Director General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has revealed that the commission has introduced a new initiative aimed at rewarding young athletes...
Poor Preparation Could Limit D’Tigress at World Cup Qualifiers – Owolabi
Head coach of MFM Women's Basketball Team, Ochuko Owolabi, has cautioned that expectations should be modest for Nigeria’s women’s national basketball team ahead of...
Ogunade: World Cup Qualifiers Will Help Strengthen D’Tigress Squad
Vice President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, Babatunde Ogunade, says the upcoming FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup Qualifying Tournament 2026 in France will provide...
Orbih Promises Greater Responsibility After Renewed Support for Badminton Development
President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, Francis Orbih, has said the strong support he continues to receive from stakeholders places a greater responsibility...
Akor Adams Dreams of Playing For Manchester United
Nigerian forward Akor Adams has revealed that one of his biggest career ambitions is to play for Manchester United, describing the Premier League giants...
Mikel Suggests Ancelotti as Ideal Candidate for Manchester United Job
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has suggested that experienced Italian manager Carlo Ancelotti could be the right man to take charge of...
NBBF Will Respect FIBA Verdict on Tenure Dispute — Musa Kida
President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, Musa Kida, has assured stakeholders that his board will respect whatever decision is reached by the global governing...
‘Women Are Pillars of Our Nation’s Strength’ — SSA Adeboye Celebrates...
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has joined millions across the world in celebrating International...
Edgerley Memorial Girls’ Secondary School Old Girls Mark International Women’s Day...
The Edgerley Memorial Girls' Secondary School Old Girls Association Lagos Chapter commemorated International Women's Day with a sports and wellness programme held on March...
Shorunmu Urges Chelle to Recall Maduka Okoye to Super Eagles
Former Nigeria national football team goalkeeper Ike Shorunmu has urged head coach Eric Chelle to consider recalling Maduka Okoye to the national team ahead...
WAFCON Postponement Could Offer Teams Time to Prepare Better – Mansur...
Former assistant coach of the Nigeria women's national football team, Mansur Abdullahi, believes the decision by the Confederation of African Football to postpone the...
Falode Laments CAF’s Decision to Postpone 2026 WAFCON
Member of FIFA’s Media and Communication Committee and former chairperson of the Nigeria Women Football League, Aisha Falode, has expressed disappointment over the decision...
Okpala Says Chelle Has Right to Demand Pay Rise but NFF...
Former Super Eagles assistant coach Sylvanus Okpala has stated that head coach Eric Sekou Chelle is within his rights to demand an increase in...
Chris Green Urges Caution Over Nigeria’s Participation in Jordan Tournament
Former Chairman of the Technical Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation, Chris Green, has advised the federation to carefully evaluate all available options before...
Ellis Concerned Over WAFCON Delay As CAF Reschedules Tournament
Head coach of South Africa women's national football team, Desiree Ellis, has expressed concern over the uncertainty that surrounded the scheduling of the Women's...
Ikpefan Says Nigeria Can Develop More Winter Sports Athletes
Nigeria’s cross-country skier Samuel Ikpefan has expressed confidence that the country has the potential to produce more winter sports athletes if the right structures...
Aiyenugba Advises Nigeria to Withdraw From Jordan Tournament
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Dele Aiyenugba has advised the Nigeria Football Federation to reconsider Nigeria’s participation in the planned invitational tournament scheduled to take...
Friday Ekpo Urges Nigeria to Avoid Jordan Tournament Over Security Concerns
Former Super Eagles midfielder Friday Ekpo has backed calls for Nigeria to withdraw from the proposed invitational tournament in Jordan, citing security concerns in...
Fuludu Raises Alarm Over Security Risks in NPFL
Former Nigeria international and NPFL match commissioner Edema Fuludu has raised serious concerns about growing insecurity around the Nigeria Professional Football League, warning that...
South Africa Ready to Host WAFCON if Needed — Sports Minister...
South Africa’s Minister of Sports, Gayton McKenzie, has declared that the country is prepared to step in and host the Women's Africa Cup of...
Lawal Defends NFF Over Super Eagles Friendly Opponents
Former Nigeria international Dimeji Lawal has come to the defence of the Nigeria Football Federation over the choice of friendly opponents lined up for...
Nnadozie Says Super Falcons Staying Focused Amid WAFCON Excitement
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has stated that the Nigeria women's national football team remain calm and focused despite growing excitement ahead of the...
Oshaniwa Backs Chelle to Lead Super Eagles Long-Term
Former Super Eagles defender Juwon Oshaniwa has expressed strong support for head coach Eric Sekou Chelle, stating that he believes the Franco-Malian tactician is...
Aduku Says Falconets Already Studying Malawi Ahead of Final Qualifier
Head coach of the Nigeria women's national under-20 football team, Moses Aduku, has revealed that his technical crew has already begun analysing Malawi women's...
Osayi-Samuel Targets Premier League Promotion with Birmingham City
Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has revealed that one of his biggest career ambitions is to help Birmingham City F.C. gain promotion to the...
Chris Green Doubts FIFA Verdict on Nigeria’s DR Congo Petition
Former Chairman of the Technical Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation, Chris Green, has suggested that the continued silence from FIFA could mean there...
NNL 2025/2026: Ogun State Showdown; Gateway FC Takes on Beyond Limits
The Nigeria National League star match of the week between Gateway FC and arch-rivals Beyond Limits is gaining momentum as the highly-anticipated local derby...
NSC Secondary School Appreciation Tour Receives Massive Commendation From Nigerians
The Director General of the National Sports Commission, NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade has always said that " When we take care of our athletes,...
