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‘She’ll Be Out For Six Weeks’ Milanovic Confirms Blow — Okoronkwo...
AFC Toronto head coach Marko Milanovic has confirmed that Nigerian forward Esther Okoronkwo is facing a spell on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring...
‘Africa Must Host More Big Events’ Sebastian Coe Praises Continent —...
President of World Athletics, Sebastian Coe, has expressed his excitement at being part of the African Athletics Championships in Accra while encouraging African nations...
‘We Still Have Work To Do’ Aduku Refuses To Relax —...
Falconets head coach Moses Aduku has insisted that Nigeria’s qualification for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup is only the beginning, warning that the...
‘Development Must Come First’ Soetan Questions Priorities — AFN Official Wants...
National athletics coach and board member of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, Olalekan Soetan, has questioned some of the priorities within Nigeria’s sports administration,...
Bassey Is One Of The Best’ Osimhen Names Toughest Defenders —...
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has named fellow Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey and Argentine international Cristian Romero among the toughest defenders he has faced...
‘Future Captain!’: Manchester City Join Global Celebration as Nigerian Wonderkid Raheem...
Nigerian teenage sensation Raheem Moyinoluwa Salaudeen celebrated his 16th birthday on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, with tributes pouring in from football lovers across the...
‘Pick Only The Best Players’ Nieketen Warns Maikaba — Ex-Flying Eagles...
Former Flying Eagles player Peter Nieketen has congratulated newly appointed Flying Eagles coach Abdu Maikaba while urging him to focus strictly on quality and...
‘It’s Always An Honour’ Amusan Delighted After Dominant Run — Nigerian...
Nigerian sprint hurdler Tobi Amusan has expressed gratitude for another opportunity to represent the country after storming into the final of the women’s 100m...
‘His Development Is Our Priority’ Wrestling Federation Backs Harrison Vo —...
President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Bashir Adeniyi Adewale, has pledged full support for African wrestling champion Harrison Onovwiomogbohwo, popularly known as Harrison Vo.
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‘I’m Ready To Serve The South East’ Iloenyosi Confirms NFF Ambition...
Former Nigeria international Chikelue Iloenyosi has officially confirmed his intention to contest for a position on the board of the Nigeria Football Federation as...
‘It’s Been A Blessing So Far’ Iheanachor Enjoying Steelers Start —...
Pittsburgh Steelers draft pick Max Iheanachor has described the early stages of his journey with the franchise as a positive and exciting experience following...
‘Africa Can Compete With The Best’ Motsepe Backs World Cup Teams...
President of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, has expressed strong confidence in Africa’s representatives ahead of this summer’s FIFA World Cup, insisting...
‘Nigeria Is Ready To Host Again’ Gusau Reveals Tinubu-CAF Talks —...
President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has provided fresh details from the high-level meeting held between Patrice Motsepe and Nigerian President...
‘Local Players Must Not Be Ignored’ Morrison Raises Concern — Ex-D’Tigers...
Former D’Tigers player Skambo Morrison has welcomed the appointment of Dave Fizdale as head coach of Nigeria’s men’s national basketball team but warned that...
‘The Unity Cup Is A Fresh Start’ Lawal Praises Chelle —...
Former Nigeria international Garba Lawal has applauded Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle for embarking on a nationwide scouting tour ahead of the upcoming...
‘Preparations Are Going Well’ Busari Happy With Flamingos Progress — Nigeria...
Head coach of Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Nigeria women's national under-17 football team, Akeem Busari, has expressed satisfaction with the team’s steady...
‘Build Netball From The Grassroots’ Dikko Charges Federation — NSC Chairman...
Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, has described the newly inaugurated Nigeria Netball Federation board as the most corporately structured sports federation...
‘Injuries Are Mentally Tough’ Iwobi Opens Up — Nigerian Midfielder Awaiting...
Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi has admitted that dealing with injuries can be mentally exhausting as he continues his recovery from a hamstring problem.
The midfielder...
‘The Players Believe In Him’ Aina Praises Pereira — Forest Defender...
Nigerian defender Ola Aina has praised Vítor Pereira for Nottingham Forest’s impressive recent run of form.
Forest have suffered just one defeat in their last...
‘The Transition Must Start Now’ Duke Udi Warns Eagles — Ex-International...
Former Nigeria international Duke Udi has called for a coordinated transition process within the Super Eagles setup, warning that several senior players are gradually...
‘They Must Aim Higher’ Okunwa-Igunbor Praises Falconets — Former Assistant Coach...
Former Falconets assistant coach Gift Okunwa-Igunbor has praised Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team and head coach Moses Aduku following their qualification for the FIFA...
Nigerian Fans Celebrate Maktown Flyers’ BAL Debut
As the Basketball Africa League’s (BAL) Sahara Conference tipped off in Rabat, Morocco, basketball fans gathered at Ikeja City Mall in Lagos on Saturday,...
‘Nobody Can Stop Us Now’: Abia Warriors Star Success Patrick Fires...
Abia Warriors wide receiver Success Patrick has sent a chilling warning to the rest of the Showtime Bowl Series XIV after another ruthless display...
‘We Know We Are Not There Yet’: Ikan Defensive Star Imole...
Cross River Ikan cornerback Imole Olorun Femi has admitted the team is still learning and growing despite another difficult chapter in their Showtime Bowl...
NSC Targets Lasting Sports Legacy with Inaugural National Intermediate Games in...
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has described the forthcoming National Intermediate Games in Lagos as one of the most important policy reforms in Nigerian...
SSA Adeboye Backs National Intermediate Games as NSC Moves to Revive...
ABUJA — The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, was among top sports administrators and stakeholders...
Tinubu Approves Nigeria’s Bid to Host CAF General Assembly and CAF...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially approved Nigeria’s proposed hosting of the 48th CAF Ordinary General Assembly and the prestigious CAF Awards, marking another...
‘Nigeria Needs A High-Performance Centre’ Okezie Makes Big Demand — Sprinter...
Nigerian sprinter Chidi Okezie has called on the National Sports Commission and the Athletics Federation of Nigeria to establish a proper high-performance centre for...
‘Teams Keep Pulling Out’ Sanusi Defends NFF — Super Falcons To...
General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation, Mohammed Sanusi, has defended the federation against criticism over the Super Falcons’ lack of international matches, insisting...
Nigeria Storms to Top of African Cycling Championships with 16-Medal Haul...
Team Nigeria has emerged as the standout nation at the ongoing Confederation of African Cycling Championships taking place at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium...
‘Istanbul Belongs To Us’ Osimhen Celebrates Title Glory — Nigerian Star...
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has boldly declared that Galatasaray are the true rulers of Istanbul following their Turkish league triumph.
Osimhen delivered another outstanding performance,...
‘The Falcons Deserve Better’ Oparanozie Attacks NFF — Ex-Captain Furious Over...
Former Super Falcons captain Desire Oparanozie has strongly criticized the Nigeria Football Federation over what she described as inadequate support and preparation for the...
‘Scouting Starts Immediately’ Maikaba Reveals First Mission — Flying Eagles Coach...
New Flying Eagles head coach Abdu Maikaba has revealed that his immediate priority is to launch a nationwide scouting programme aimed at identifying talented...
‘We’ll Watch Closely’ Madugu Eyes Olympic Opponents — Falcons Coach Confident...
Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has revealed that Nigeria will closely monitor the upcoming clash between Sudan women's national football team and Comoros...
‘Sevilla Must Survive’ Akor Adams Delivers Big Win — Nigerian Striker...
Nigerian forward Akor Adams has praised his teammates and supporters following Sevilla’s dramatic 2-1 victory over Espanyol in a crucial relegation battle.
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‘It May Be The Wrong Priority’ Soetan Questions Amusan Plan —...
Athletics coach and board member of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, Olalekan Soetan, has again questioned whether Nigerian sprint hurdler Tobi Amusan should compete...
‘He Needs Support’ Glasner Defends Uche — Palace Boss Explains Midfielder’s...
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has revealed that Nigerian midfielder Christantus Uche has continued to receive support from the club despite his difficult season...
NSC Hails Team Nigeria’s Rising Aquatics Stars After Historic Africa Championships...
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has applauded the Nigeria Aquatics Federation and Team Nigeria athletes following an impressive outing at the 17th Africa Aquatics...
NSC Confirms Twenty (20) Sports for Coal City Games After a...
The National Sports Commission, NSC has clarified misconceptions relating to the Sports for the 23rd National Sports Festival in Enugu state, confirming that twenty...
‘People Don’t Understand The System’ Ogba Defends AFN — Ex-President Hits...
‘Former president of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, Solomon Ogba, has strongly defended the federation against criticism surrounding plans to feature Nigeria’s top athletes...
NBA Experience Can Change Things’ Ahmed Welcomes Fizdale — Ex-D’Tigers Coach...
Former D’Tigers head coach Sanni Ahmed has welcomed the appointment of Dave Fizdale as the new coach of Nigeria’s men’s national basketball team, describing...
‘Scouting Must Be Serious’ Chinwo Challenges Maikaba — Ex-Flying Eagles Star...
Former Flying Eagles player Kennedy Chinwo has urged newly appointed Flying Eagles coach Abdu Maikaba to immediately establish a strong scouting programme capable of...
‘We Are Still Building’: Ikan Owner Utibe Ayi Refuses To Panic...
Cross River Ikan owner and player Utibe Ayi has broken her silence following another difficult stretch in the Showtime Bowl Series XIV, insisting the...
When Mohamed Salah Played for Chelsea
When Mohamed Salah played for Chelsea F.C., it was a brief but important chapter in the story of a player who would later become...
‘Our Coach Was Absent… So We Became Ruthless’: Nigeria Captain Anuoluwapo...
Nigeria women’s flag football captain and Abia Warriors quarterback Anuoluwapo Bello has revealed that the absence of the team’s coach became unexpected motivation behind...
‘I Promised Them ₦500k for a Clean Sheet’ — 3SC Stars...
Players of Shooting Stars Sports Club have been rewarded with a massive cash bonus following their disciplined 1–0 victory over Barau FC at the...
Nigeria Crowned Africa’s Fastest Growing Aquatics Nation After Historic Championships in...
The Nigeria Aquatics Federation has concluded a historic outing at the Africa Aquatics Championships in Oran, Algeria, with medals, record-breaking performances, and major continental...
Dallas Mavericks Name Masai Ujiri President and Alternate Governor
The Dallas Mavericks are turning to one of the NBA’s most accomplished architects to lead their next chapter, naming Masai Ujiri President and Alternate...
‘We Did Not Bring Our A-Game’: Ibom Raptors Star Titilayo Abanikanda...
Titilayo Happiness Abanikanda, the dynamic wide receiver whose passion and relentless energy have become a symbol of the Ibom Raptors, has openly apologized to...
Showtime Flag Football Explodes As Rebels Rise, Warriors Dominate And Sponsors...
The lights were bright, the hits were heavy, and the playoff race took another dramatic turn as Showtime Bowl Series XIV delivered yet another...
