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‘It Was Tough Growing Up In The Spotlight’ Iwobi Opens Up...
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has opened up about the challenges of dealing with public scrutiny early in his career, revealing how guidance from Arsène...
‘National Team Isn’t A Rehab Centre’ Udi Warns — Says Nwabali...
Former Nigeria international Duke Udi has stated that Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali should not be considered for national team selection if he remains...
‘They Look Lost’ Mikel Slams Chelsea — Questions Tactics Under Rosenior
Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has delivered a blunt assessment of Chelsea’s current form, claiming the team appears disorganized and lacking clear...
‘It Doesn’t Matter Who We Play’ Okpala Defends Friendlies — Says...
Former Super Eagles assistant coach Sylvanus Okpala has defended the Nigeria Football Federation over criticism of the quality of opponents lined up for upcoming...
Nothing Will Change’ Omoruyi Predicts Same Outcome — Doubts NFF Reforms...
Former Nigeria international Loveday Omoruyi has expressed skepticism over the impact of ongoing reforms within the Nigeria Football Federation, insisting that he does not...
‘Final Farewell to a Football Giant!’ — SSA Adeboye Storms NFF...
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, on Tuesday paid a solemn condolence visit to the...
Olopade, Gusau, Ikpeba Lead Football Top Guns to Lagos For NNL...
The Nigeria National League is rolling out the red carpet in Lagos, and Nigeria’s football royalty is answering the call.
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NNL 2025/2026: Ranchers Clinch Final NPFL Ticket As Four Private Clubs...
Kaduna erupted in celebration as Ranchers Bees booked the last ticket to the Nigeria Premier Football League, completing a historic quartet of promoted sides.
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Brazil & Indonesia: The New Frontlines of Global iGaming
The global iGaming map is changing fast, and two bright spots keep drawing attention: Brazil and Indonesia. In Brazil, players are gravitating toward trending...
Akor Adams Reflects on Breakthrough Season, Targets More Goals as Sevilla...
Akor Adams has described his ongoing campaign with Sevilla FC as a mix of personal progress and collective challenges, as the Super Eagles forward...
Femmco Football Championship 2026: Matchday 7 Delivers Goals and Dominant Displays
Matchday 7 of the Femmco Football Championship 2026, held on Monday, April 20, at the NUD Playing Ground in Olose Ifo, produced exciting results...
‘Her Career Is At A Standstill’ Soetan Sounds Alarm — Says...
AFN board member Olalekan Soetan has delivered a blunt assessment of Favour Ofili’s situation, declaring that the sprinter’s international career is currently at a...
‘It Was The Hardest Game Of My Career’ Daly And Bright...
England internationals Rachel Daly and Millie Bright have opened up on their experience facing Nigeria’s Super Falcons at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup,...
This Is Just The Beginning’ Edede Celebrates Teqball Growth — Promises...
Vice President of the Nigeria Teqball Federation, Ndudi Edede, has expressed satisfaction following the successful staging of the country’s inaugural national Teqball league.
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They Will Do Well’ Igoche Backs Marktown Flyers — Tips Nigerian...
Basketball administrator Mark Igoche has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s representatives, Marktown Flyers, ahead of their debut campaign at the Basketball Africa League in Morocco.
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‘He Proved Me Wrong’ Igiebor Admits Shock — Hails Lookman’s Stunning...
Former Super Eagles and Real Betis midfielder Nosa Igiebor has admitted he is surprised by Ademola Lookman’s seamless start to life at Atletico Madrid,...
BREAKING: Nigeria Suffers Double Blow in Major Games Hosting Bids
Nigeria has suffered a major setback on the international sporting stage after losing two key hosting bids for upcoming multi-sport events.
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The Final Charge: Which Nigerian Stars Will Lift European Silverware In...
We are nearly there.
Finals around the corner, title races heating up, and Nigerian players are right in the middle of it across Europe. Some...
A Pillar of Nigerian Football Is Gone’ — SSA Adeboye Mourns...
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former...
‘She’ll Need Strong Mental Support’ Iworima Warns — Ofili Facing Tough...
Former Nigerian athlete Otonye Iworima has warned that Favour Ofili may face significant psychological challenges following the decision by World Athletics to reject her...
‘We Want To Test Ourselves’ Kunaiyi-Akpanah Excited — D’Tigress Set For...
D’Tigress power forward Pallas Kunaiyi-Akpanah has expressed excitement ahead of Nigeria’s high-profile preparation games against top WNBA teams, describing the opportunity as a crucial...
‘It’s A Victory For Nigeria’ Ogba Praises Decision — Slams ‘Poaching’...
Former President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, Solomon Ogba, has applauded World Athletics for rejecting Favour Ofili’s request to switch allegiance to Turkey,...
‘We Want Her Back’ AFN Opens Door For Ofili — Okowa...
President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, Tonobok Okowa, has declared that the federation is ready to welcome Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili back into...
‘Home-Based Players Still Matter’ Ekpo Backs Chelle — Hails Decision To...
Former Nigeria international Friday Ekpo has praised Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle for his decision to include domestic league players in the squad...
Don’t Ignore Them’ Edeh Sends Warning — Urges Falcons Coach To...
Chairman of Benue State Football Association and proprietor of Naija Ratels, Paul Edeh, has called on Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu to ensure...
BOUMSONG SPEAKS! Africa Armwrestling Sec-Gen Julien Boumsong Opens Up on Ghana...
With anticipation building ahead of the African Armwrestling Championship in Accra, Ghana (May 1–2, 2026), the Secretary General of the African Armwrestling Federation, Julien...
‘We Want To Grow The Game’ Babarinde Eyes Breakthrough — Nigeria...
President of the Nigeria Catchball Federation Bola Babarinde has revealed ambitious plans to grow the sport in the country, as Nigeria prepares to compete...
They’re A Strong Side’ Lookman Eyes Arsenal Clash — Atletico Star...
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has described Arsenal as a formidable opponent ahead of Atletico Madrid’s UEFA Champions League semi-final showdown.
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‘Don’t Sit Back!’ Mikel Warns Arsenal — Urges Gunners To Go...
Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has advised Arsenal to adopt an aggressive approach in their crucial clash against Manchester City, warning that...
AFCON Meant More’ Ekong Makes Honest Admission — Ranks 2023 Campaign...
Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has made a candid admission about his international career, revealing that Nigeria’s recent Africa Cup of Nations campaign...
Cycling Teen, Grace Osaretin Claims Stage 5 Victory at Tour du...
Nigeria’s rising cycling star, Godwin Grace Osaretin, delivered a standout performance to win Stage 5 of the prestigious Tour du Burkina Faso, further cementing...
Ademola Lookman Can’t Win Champions League With Atletico Madrid – Kroos
Atletico Madrid of Spain winger, Ademola Lookman has been hit with a strong warning that he cannot win this year’s UEFA Champions League with...
‘We Are Not Entitled’ Adepoju Fires Back — Ex-Internationals Reject Claims...
Former Super Eagles captain Mutiu Adepoju has pushed back against growing claims that Nigerian ex-internationals feel entitled to roles within the Nigeria Football Federation...
‘Everyone Is To Blame’ Oguh Points Fingers — Players and NFF...
Former Super Eagles player John Oguh has declared that both the Nigeria Football Federation and the players must take responsibility for Nigeria’s failure to...
‘Let The Coach Decide’ Ejiofor Backs Chelle — Says New Faces...
Former Nigeria international Eric Ejiofor has thrown his support behind Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, insisting that the manager should be given full...
‘Strengthen The Squad Now’ Ahmedu Warns Flyers — Says BAL Is...
President of FIBA Zone B Sam Ahmedu has issued a strong warning to Nigeria’s representatives at the Basketball Africa League, Marktown Flyers, urging them...
Mentality Was Everything’ Lookman Hails Atletico Comeback — Eyes Next La...
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has praised Atletico Madrid’s resilience and mentality after they secured qualification for the UEFA Champions League semi-finals in dramatic fashion.
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I’ve Never Had A Player Like Him’ Simeone Raves About Lookman...
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has heaped remarkable praise on Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, admitting he has never worked with a player quite like...
‘Joshua Will Beat Fury’ Usyk Predicts Blockbuster Outcome — Backs Rival...
Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has tipped Anthony Joshua to defeat Tyson Fury if the much-anticipated showdown between the two British heavyweights finally takes...
NSC Restates Commitment to Favour Ofili, Urges Her Return to National...
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has restated its commitment to Nigerian sprint sensation, Favour Ofili, following the decision by World Athletics to deny her...
Nigeria’s Most Player-Friendly Club’ — SmartCity FC Founder Adeboye Secures Life...
In what is being described as a groundbreaking move in Nigerian football, SmartCity Football Club, founded by the Senior Special Assistant to the President...
‘Another Lagos Giant Rises’ — SSA Adeboye Salutes Sporting Lagos’ NPFL...
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has congratulated Sporting Lagos FC on their promotion to...
NSC, NCC Enter Bold Alliance to Make Nigeria E-Sports Capital –...
The National Sports Commission (NSC) is taking Nigerian sports beyond the track and pitch into the digital arena.
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Seven-Year-Old Rising Star: Adesire Samuel Captivates with Exceptional Football Promise
At just seven years old, Okunrinboye Adesire Samuel is already attracting attention as one of the most exciting emerging football talents in Nigeria, with...
Northern Students Honour SSA’ — NANNS Presents Youth Icon Award to...
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has been honoured with an Excellence Award as Icon...
Osaigbovo, Agbaje Clash for WBA Title Live on Ariya Network
All roads lead to the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium, Surulere, on Sunday, April 26, 2026, where two of Nigeria's undefeated boxers,...
‘It’s Not His Fault’ Mikel Defends Rosenior — Blames Chelsea Hierarchy...
Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has come to the defence of Liam Rosenior, insisting that the manager should not be blamed for...
‘Time For A Goalkeeping Shake-Up’ Ejiofor Calls For Change — Says...
Former Nigeria international Eric Ejiofor has called for a major reassessment of the Super Eagles’ goalkeeping hierarchy, suggesting that the team may need a...
‘We’re Preparing The Right Way’ Lookman Stays Focused — Atletico Star...
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has insisted that Atletico Madrid are fully focused and mentally prepared ahead of their crucial second-leg clash against FC Barcelona.
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‘We’re Still Building’ Osagie Urges Patience — Marktown Flyers Captain Backs...
Captain of Nigeria’s representatives at the Basketball Africa League, Marktown Flyers, Bright Osagie, has admitted that the team remains a work in progress as...
