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Wemimo Mathew Leaves Remo Stars Ladies After Historic NWFL Milestone
Remo Stars Ladies have confirmed the departure of head coach Wemimo Mathew, bringing an end to a nearly three-year spell that saw the tactician...
D’Tigress Return To World Cup With Huge Statement Target As Kalu,...
Nigeria’s D’Tigress are set to return to the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup for the first time in eight years when they face South...
“Infrastructure Is Key To Our Growth” — Fatodu Unveils Plan To...
President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation, Lekan Fatodu, has identified improved infrastructure as a major priority in efforts to develop aquatics and produce more...
“We Are Building The Technical Foundation” — Aluko Explains Netball Coaching,...
President of the Nigeria Netball Federation, Oluwatoyin Aluko, has explained the importance of the federation’s ongoing five-day Coaching and Umpiring Clinic in Abuja, describing...
“We Are Ready To Bring The Trophy Home” — Nwachukwu Fires...
Falconets forward Chisom Nwachukwu has declared that Nigeria are fully prepared for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland, with the team determined...
“Yekini Was Nigeria’s Greatest Striker” — Oliseh Says Legend Would Be...
Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has described the late Rashidi Yekini as Nigeria’s greatest-ever striker, insisting the legendary forward’s goalscoring record and consistency...
“Coaches Are Not Always At Fault” — Ogunmodede Reveals Why Nigerian...
Kano Pillars head coach Daniel Ogunmodede has identified poor planning and the inability of Nigerian clubs to retain their best players as major reasons...
“Football Belongs To Footballers” — Peterside Idah Wants Ex-Players To Lead...
Former Nigeria international Peterside Idah has called for a major change in the composition of the next Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) board, insisting that...
“We Have A Unique Opportunity To Get It Right” — Dimeji...
Former Nigeria international Dimeji Lawal believes the country has a unique opportunity to correct the mistakes of the past and put Nigerian football on...
“Don’t Lose Sight Of What Is In Front” — Garba Lawal...
Former Nigerian international Garba Lawal has warned that the ongoing crisis in the Nigeria Football Federation must not distract the country from the crucial...
Smart City FC Unveil Betiku Seun Soji As New COO Ahead...
Lagos-based Smart City Football Club have unveiled experienced football administrator Betiku Seun Soji as the club’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO) ahead of the...
EuroMatch NPFL: From Nigeria U20 to continental stage — Clinton Ezekiel...
For Clinton Ezekiel, the journey from representing Nigeria at U20 level to standing between the posts for one of the country's biggest clubs has...
“I Kept Trying It In Training” — Uroko Reveals Secret Behind...
Edo Queens midfielder Valentina Uroko has revealed that her stunning free-kick against USFA was the result of repeated practice in training, after the Nigerian...
Edo Queens Demolish USFA 5-1, Storm WAFU-B Champions League Final
Reigning Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) champions Edo Queens FC produced a stunning attacking display on Wednesday, thrashing USFA of Burkina Faso 5-1 in...
“No Dream Crusher Will Be Tolerated” — Fatodu Moves To Protect...
The Lagos State Sports Commission has moved to strengthen measures aimed at protecting young athletes after the Commission’s leadership engaged a young sportswoman and...
“A Fresh Start For Nigeria” — Mouktar Mohammed Demands Competent, Credible...
Chairman of the FCT Football Association, Mouktar Mohammed, has called for a competent and credible normalisation committee to oversee the next phase of Nigerian...
“We Must Get It Right” — Sam Sodje Relieved As FIFA...
Former Nigeria international Sam Sodje has expressed relief after FIFA accepted the resignations of the Nigeria Football Federation leadership and backed the country’s ongoing...
“My Focus Is The Olympics” — 17-Year-Old Esiovwa-Thompson Sets Sights On...
Nigeria’s teenage fencing sensation Oghenegaren Esiovwa-Thompson has set his sights on competing at the Olympic Games, following his emergence as the country’s first gold...
“Equal Voting Rights For All” — Jalla Demands Major Overhaul Of...
Chairman of the Advocacy for Nigeria Football Reforms Initiative, Prince Harrison Jalla, has called for a complete restructuring of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF),...
“An Honourable Decision” — Friday Ekpo Hails Gusau Resignation, Calls For...
Former Nigeria international Friday Ekpo has praised Ibrahim Musa Gusau for stepping down as Nigeria Football Federation president, describing the decision as an honourable...
FIFA U-20: “We Are 95 Percent Ready” — Etim Bright Effiong...
Falconets goalkeeper Effiong Bright Etim has expressed strong confidence in Nigeria’s readiness for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland, saying the team...
“FIFA Knowing The Truth Will Help Nigeria Avoid Sanctions” — Akwuegbu...
Former Super Eagles forward Benedict Akwuegbu has welcomed the Nigerian delegation’s engagement with FIFA, calling it an important step toward resolving the crisis surrounding...
FIFA U-20: “We Are Ready For Spain” — Moses Aduku Confident...
Falconets head coach Moses Aduku has declared his team ready for the start of their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup campaign in Poland, with...
“God Has Blessed Nigeria With Abundant Talent” — Ahmed Musa Backs...
Former Super Eagles captain and Milo Ambassador Ahmed Musa, MON, has pledged a personal cash reward of ₦1.8 million to the top three teams...
“We Are Rebuilding a Legacy” — Uba Sani Targets November Completion...
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has reaffirmed that the reconstruction of the iconic Ahmadu Bello Stadium (ABS) will be completed by November 2026,...
“A Statement Of Intent” — Musa Nimrod Hails Nigeria’s Fighting Spirit...
President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation, Musa Nimrod, has praised the national women’s team for their remarkable comeback victory over the Democratic Republic of...
Who Will Rule European Football Next Season? Our Top Five Predictions
Every new football season begins with a familiar debate: which club will emerge as the strongest force in Europe?
The answer is rarely determined by...
“Stronger Structures, More Opportunities” — Infantino Backs Nigeria Football Reform
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has thrown his weight behind Nigeria’s football reform process, stressing the need for stronger structures and greater opportunities for young...
FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup: Korea Republic force Falconets to 1-1...
Nigeria and South Korea ended it 1-1 in the two teams’ final friendly game ahead of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup finals starting...
FIFA Accepts Mass Resignations At NFF, As Engagements Continue On Comprehensive...
World football-ruling body, FIFA, on Tuesday accepted the resignations of principal officers of the Nigeria Football Federation, and pledged to continue the engagement with...
Volleyball: Nigeria edges DR Congo in five set thriller as High...
Nigeria’s High Commissioner-Designate to Kenya, Ambassador Danlami Ibrahim has hailed the exceptional performance of the team at the 2026 African Senior Women's Nations Volleyball...
BREAKING: FIFA Gives Nod To Nigeria’s Football Reform As Dikko-Led Delegation...
There are strong indications that FIFA has given its backing to Nigeria’s proposed football reform process following a crucial meeting between the world football...
D’Tigers Keep World Cup Dream Alive, Turn Focus to Final Qualification...
Nigeria’s D’Tigers have kept their hopes of returning to the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup alive after responding to a difficult qualifying window with...
NFF Reform: ‘We Need Younger Leadership’ — Obafemi Martins Calls For...
Former Super Eagles striker Obafemi Martins has called for a new generation of leaders to take a more prominent role in the administration of...
NFF Reform: Ogedegbe Writes Tinubu, Calls for Total Rebuilding of Nigerian...
Former Nigerian international Nathaniel Ogedegbe has written an open letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, calling for a comprehensive rebuilding of Nigerian football from...
EuroMatch NPFL: “Clean tackles, sharp transitions, relentless energy” — Falolu shines...
Azeez Olamilekan Falolu made an impressive competitive debut for defending champions Rangers International, delivering a composed midfield performance as the Flying Antelopes fought back...
Super Eagles: ‘Not Everyone Should Be Foreign-Based’ — Yakubu Urges Chelle...
Former Super Eagles and Everton striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has urged Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle to give greater consideration to home-based players, insisting that...
FIBA Women’s World Cup: ‘Come And Support Us In Berlin’ —...
D’Tigress point guard Ezinne Kalu has called on Nigerians in Germany and supporters around the world to rally behind the national team as they...
NFF Reform: ‘Don’t Replace Yourselves With Your Cronies’ — Duke Udi...
Former Nigeria international Duke Udi has warned against allowing outgoing football administrators to simply replace themselves with allies and loyalists, insisting that the ongoing...
FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup: ‘We Came To Win The Trophy’...
Falconets head coach Moses Aduku has declared that Nigeria have arrived in Poland with one clear objective — to compete for and ultimately win...
NFF Reform: ‘We Need Fundamental Changes’ — Fanny Amun Demands New...
Former Nigeria Football Federation fact-finding committee chairman Ambassador Fanny Amun has called for fundamental reforms in Nigerian football, insisting that the latest crisis must...
NFF Crisis: ‘Let FIFA Ban Us If Necessary’ — Solomon Dalung...
Former Minister of Sports Solomon Dalung has called for a complete overhaul of Nigerian football following the resignation of the Nigeria Football Federation leadership,...
2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers: ‘We’re Within Striking Distance’ — Okogie...
D’Tigers guard Josh Okogie has refused to give up on Nigeria’s 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup dream, insisting that the team remains “within striking...
“I Want to Become a Better Player Every Day” — Afekhuai...
Young Edo State winger Afekhuai Wonders Arepita has officially begun a new chapter in his football journey after registering with Buruj Sports Academy.
Wonders arrived...
EuroMatch NPFL: “We Have To Restrategise” — Ogunbote Reacts To Rivers...
Plateau United head coach Gbenga Ogunbote has urged his team to quickly learn from their opening-day setback and restrategise after Rivers United secured a...
WAFU-B U17 Boys Championship: Golden Eaglets Continue Build-Up in Abuja
Five-time world champions, Golden Eaglets of Nigeria, continued their preparation for the WAFU-B U17 Championship by defeating Simonben Academy 4-0 at the FIFA Goal...
FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup: Ikpeme Charges Falconets To Go all...
Acting General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation, Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme, has charged the Nigeria U20 women’s team, Falconets, to put in their very...
EuroMatch NPFL: “I’m Looking at 19 to 20 Goals” — Joseph...
Joseph Atule has wasted no time turning his personal ambition into action, opening his EuroMatch NPFL campaign with a goal as Barau FC defeated...
EuroMatch NPFL: Relief as Ranchers Bees Confirm Mustapha Jibrin is Healthy...
There is huge relief in the EuroMatch NPFL community after Ranchers Bees confirmed that right-winger Mustapha Jibrin is healthy and recovering well following the...
EuroMatch NPFL: Obinna Akuchie stands tall as Abia Warriors held by...
Abia Warriors were forced to settle for a frustrating 0-0 draw against Kun Khalifat FC as their delayed EuroMatch NPFL Matchday One encounter finally...
