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‘It’s Bigger Than The Goalkeeper’ Oliseh Explains Problem — Ex-Eagles Boss...
Former Super Eagles captain and coach Sunday Oliseh has insisted that Nigeria’s goalkeeping concerns cannot be blamed on individual players alone, arguing that the...
‘Expect New Faces’ Sanusi Confirms Shake-Up — Unity Cup Squad To...
Secretary General of the Nigeria Football Federation, Mohammed Sanusi, has revealed that Nigerians should expect several fresh names in the upcoming Super Eagles squad...
‘The Women’s League Is Our Foundation’ Falode Pushes Development — NFF...
Board member of the Nigeria Football Federation, Aisha Falode, has reaffirmed the federation’s commitment to developing women’s football in Nigeria, describing the domestic league...
‘Carlo Was Different’ Iwobi Compares Managers — Nigerian Midfielder Explains Ancelotti’s...
Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi has revealed that working under Carlo Ancelotti at Everton was a very different experience compared to his time with Arsène...
‘We’re Building For 2030’ Aluko Unveils Vision — Netball Federation Targets...
President of the newly inaugurated Nigeria Netball Federation, Toyin Aluko, has revealed ambitious plans to revive and develop netball in the country, with the...
The Future Is Bright’ Ogba Praises Young Team — Nigerian Athletics...
Former president of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, Solomon Ogba, has praised Team Nigeria following their performances at the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone,...
‘We Want All Three Points’ Awoniyi Sends Warning — Forest Star...
Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has declared that the team will approach tonight’s game with a winning mentality as they continue pushing for a...
‘Basketball In Africa Is Growing Fast’ Gallo Fall Celebrates BAL Progress...
President of the Basketball Africa League, Amadou Gallo Fall, has praised the rapid growth of basketball across the continent following the conclusion of the...
Unity Cup: SMADE EG is official Entertainment Partner as teams get...
As anticipation builds for the return of the Unity Cup, organisers are proud to announce SMADE Entertainment Group as the official entertainment partner for...
Excitement, as CAF admits Nigeria back into CAF A Coaching Convention
The Confederation of African Football has admitted Nigeria back into the CAF A Coaching Convention, meaning that the Nigeria Football Federation can again resume...
NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko to Present NNL Super 4 Trophy to...
The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, will present the trophy to the winners of the 2026 Nigeria National League...
NSC DG Commends First Lady for her dedication to the growth...
The Director General of the National Sports Commission, NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade has heaped a special praise on Nigeria's First lady, Senator Mrs Oluremi...
Nigeria Makes Strong Start at Africa Aquatics Championships with Medals, Finals...
The Nigeria Aquatics Federation has praised Team Nigeria’s impressive start at the ongoing Africa Aquatics Championships in Oran, Algeria, as Nigerian athletes continue to...
‘Using Sports to Fight Crime!’ — SSA Adeboye Meets IGP Disu...
In a significant move aimed at strengthening youth engagement and community development through sports, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports...
NBA Nigeria Boss Fola Folowosele Targets Grassroots Growth to Unlock More...
Country Head of NBA Nigeria, Fola Folowosele, has outlined grassroots development and infrastructure expansion as critical factors in unlocking the full potential of Nigerian...
‘There Will Be No Nonsense!’ Collina Issues World Cup Warning —...
Chairman of FIFA’s Referees Committee Pierluigi Collina has warned players and officials that unsporting behaviour will be dealt with strictly at the upcoming FIFA...
‘It’s Not Personal!’ Odegbami Clarifies Fight — Ex-Eagles Star Demands Governance...
Former Nigeria international Segun Odegbami has insisted that his criticism of the Nigeria Football Federation is not driven by personal motives, but by a...
‘Give Them A Real Chance!’ Oloyede Backs Chelle — Urges Patience...
Former Nigeria international Taiwo Oloyede has praised Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle for traveling across the country in search of local talent ahead of...
‘One Man Can’t Run Sports Alone!’ Shaibu Demands Action — Calls...
Director General of the National Institute for Sports, Philip Shaibu, has called for the urgent constitution of the 17-man board meant to oversee the...
‘She Should Focus On Bigger Goals!’ Soetan Questions Amusan Plan —...
AFN board member and coach Olalekan Soetan has questioned whether Nigerian sprint hurdler Tobi Amusan should compete at the upcoming African Athletics Championships in...
‘Speak Up For The Team!’ Okon Challenges Falcons Coach — Demands...
Former Super Falcons head coach Edwin Okon has urged the current Nigeria women’s national team manager to become more vocal about the lack of...
‘I Regret Saying No!’ Onuoha Opens Up — Former Man City...
Former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha has admitted that turning down the chance to represent Nigeria remains one of the biggest regrets of his...
‘I Didn’t Expect It!’ Fernandez Surprised By Recognition — Rangers Defender...
Nigerian defender Emmanuel Fernandez has admitted that his nomination for the Scottish Premiership Team of the Season came as a surprise to him.
Reflecting on...
‘We Have A Real Chance!’ Elonu Optimistic After Draw — Former...
Former D’Tigress forward Adaora Elonu has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s chances at the upcoming FIBA Women’s World Cup following the tournament draw.
Nigeria have been...
‘I Speak Because I Care!’ Mikel Responds To Critics — Chelsea...
Former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi has claimed that members of the club’s hierarchy are unhappy with his continued criticism of the team’s direction...
‘Don’t Ignore Home Talent!’ Peters Sends Warning — Ex-Coach Urges Balance...
Former national team coach James Peters has warned that while Nigeria’s push to recruit foreign-born players is beneficial, the country must not neglect the...
‘Drop The Foreign Tag!’ Sodje Backs Diaspora Drive — Says All...
Former Super Eagles defender Efetobore Sodje has thrown his support behind Nigeria’s push to recruit diaspora talents, while urging stakeholders to change the narrative...
‘We’ve Learned The Hard Way!’ Abdulrahman Reflects — BAL Exit Exposes...
Head coach of Marktown Flyers, Mohammed Abdulrahman, has admitted that his side’s early exit from the Basketball Africa League has exposed key areas needing...
Showtime Flag Football: Knights Run Riot, Warriors Stay Unstoppable As Top...
The Showtime Bowl Series XIV delivered another explosive round of action, but despite the heavy scorelines and shifting battles in the middle of the...
It’s Not About Fees!’ Sanusi Defends NFF — Says DR Congo...
Secretary General of the Nigeria Football Federation, Mohammed Sanusi, has dismissed claims that the federation failed to pay the required protest fee in its...
‘We Deserve Recognition Too!’ Kolawole Demands Reward — Wrestling Champion Seeks...
Five-time African champion Esther Kolawole has called for greater recognition and rewards following her latest triumph at the African Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt.
Kolawole...
‘Stay Focused!’ Aduku Warns Falconets — Coach Keeps Eyes On Qualification...
Head coach of Nigeria’s U-20 women’s team, the Falconets, Moses Aduku, has urged his players to remain focused despite their 2-0 victory over Malawi...
BAL’s Sahara Conference Concluded in Morocco
The final day of the Sahara Conference in Rabat delivered high-stakes drama, beginning with Senegal’s ASC Ville de Dakar securing the last playoff berth...
‘This Fuels My Ambition!’ Nwankwo Inspired — Young Sprinter Eyes Future...
Nigerian sprinter Rosemary Nwankwo has described her experience at the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone as a defining moment in her young career, despite...
‘It’s An Honour!’ Emmanuel Reflects — Nigerian Sprinter Gains Experience Despite...
Nigerian sprinter James Taiwo Emmanuel has described representing the country as a proud moment, despite the men’s 4x100m team falling short of qualification at...
‘It Was A Big Win!’ Awoniyi Delighted — Nigerian Striker Shines...
Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi has expressed his delight after delivering a standout performance in Nottingham Forest’s victory over Chelsea.
Awoniyi was named Man of the...
‘He Deserves Credit!’ Sels Praises Awoniyi — Forest Keeper Salutes Striker...
Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Matz Sels has praised Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi following his standout performance in the team’s victory over Chelsea.
Awoniyi was instrumental in...
‘This Tested My Limits!’ Lawrence Reflects — Nigerian Quarter-Miler Inspired By...
Nigerian quarter-miler Jecinta Lawrence has described her outing at the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone as a valuable and eye-opening experience that has pushed...
MEET NIGERIA’S NEXT SUPERSTAR! Rising Champion Adefunke Afeniforo Wins 4 Gold...
Nigeria’s armwrestling scene has found a new dominant force in Adefunke Afeniforo, who delivered a sensational performance at the 15th African Armwrestling Championship, Accra...
‘We Refused To Fail!’ Okezie Reveals Mindset — Nigeria Storm Back...
Nigerian athlete Chidi Okezie has revealed that determination and focus were key factors behind the country’s qualification for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in...
‘Football Meets Culture in Lagos!’ — SSA Adeboye Applauds Landmark 2026...
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has hailed the 2026 Lagos FA Cup as a...
‘We Learned A Lot!’ Achii Reflects On Exit — Maktown Flyers...
Founder of Maktown Flyers, Akeranna Manasseh Achii, has expressed pride in his team’s debut performance at the Basketball Africa League, despite their early exit...
“We Are Growing the Future of Football” — LSFA Chairman Liameed...
Chairman of the Lagos State Football Association, Gafar Olawale Liameed, has described the 2026 Lagos FA Cup as a landmark success, emphasizing its impact...
‘Dominance Continues!’ Bashir Hails Wrestlers — Nigeria Clinch Historic 15th African...
President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Adeniyi Adewale Bashir, has praised Team Nigeria following their dominant performance at the 15th African Wrestling Championships.
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‘We Need Bigger Tests’ Igiebor Slams Fixtures — Says Super Eagles...
Former Super Eagles midfielder Nosa Igiebor has criticized the quality of friendly matches arranged for Nigeria, insisting the team should be facing stronger opposition.
Reacting...
‘Pride in Power!’ — SSA Adeboye Hails Team Nigeria’s 16-Gold Haul,...
The Senior Special Assistant, SSA to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has applauded Team Nigeria for a resilient and...
‘We’re Pushing For UCL!’ Tella Delivers Statement — Leverkusen Star Shines...
Nigerian forward Nathan Tella has reiterated Bayer Leverkusen’s ambition to secure a UEFA Champions League spot following their emphatic victory over RB Leipzig.
In a...
‘I’m Happy To Help!’ Iheanacho Delivers Again — Super Sub Fires...
Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho has expressed delight after coming off the bench to score the winning goal for Celtic in their 2-1 victory over...
‘We Showed Promise’ Ashe Reacts To Relay Effort — Nigeria Star...
Nigerian sprint star Favour Ashe has expressed mixed feelings following Team Nigeria’s performances at the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, acknowledging progress while admitting...
‘Only The Best Will Be Picked’ Adelakun Sets Standards — Diaspora...
Chairman of the Diaspora Talent Discovery Committee Tunde Adelakun has revealed that Nigeria is implementing a structured and selective approach in identifying foreign-born players...
