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‘It’s Still Just A Friendly’ Udi Plays Down Big Matches —...
Former Nigeria international Duke Udi has downplayed the significance of the Super Eagles’ upcoming high-profile friendlies, insisting that the status of the opposition should...
Competition Will Make Them Better’ Ejiofor Backs Okonkwo Switch — Says...
Former Nigeria international Eric Ejiofor has welcomed Arthur Okonkwo’s decision to switch allegiance to Nigeria, describing it as a positive move that will strengthen...
‘Shortcuts Won’t Fix It’ Baruwa Rejects Abridged League — Warns Format...
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Olatunji Baruwa has dismissed suggestions that adopting an abridged format in the Nigeria Professional Football League will solve the challenges...
‘We’re Losing The Pipeline’: Joshua Daniel Sounds Alarm — Warns U17...
Former Golden Eaglets player Joshua Daniel has raised serious concerns about the state of Nigeria’s youth football system, warning that recent failures at the...
Lagos Set For Table Tennis Takeover: ‘Biggest Event Yet’ — Oshodi...
President of ITTF Africa, Waheed Enitan Oshodi, has revealed that Lagos is gearing up to host a series of major table tennis events, headlined...
Global Stage Beckons ‘We Want To Make Nigeria Proud’ — Taiwo...
Nigerian blind Sambist Rukayat Taiwo has expressed excitement and pride ahead of representing the country at the World Sambo Cup in Armenia, describing the...
Nigeria National League Sets April 24th for Super 4 Press Conference,...
The Nigerian National League (NNL) has announced plans to hold a crucial press conference April 24, 2026, at Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos as the...
FOOTBALL SHOCKER IN OGUN: Stormers Officials Banned Indefinitely After Referee and...
The Ogun State Football Association (OGSFA) has come down hard on misconduct in local football, announcing the indefinite suspension of two Stormers SC officials...
‘A King of Vision at 50’ — SSA Adeboye Celebrates Oba...
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has congratulated the Elegushi of Ikate Kingdom, His Royal...
BAL Kalahari Conference Group Phase Concludes in South Africa
The Kalahari Conference concluded with two final games at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria, as teams wrapped up the Kalahari Conference group phase in...
When the Final Whistle Blows: Top Footballers Who Love Casino Games
You think you know these guys — the fancy footwork, the last-minute goals, the post-match interviews. But when the cleats come off and the...
1xBet At Age Africa 2026: Awards, Meetings, And Operating In One...
From March 24 to 27, Lagos hosted Africa Gaming Expo 2026, one of the largest iGaming industry events on the African continent. The exhibition...
‘We Can Compete With Anyone!’ Okoronkwo Sends Warning — Falcons Star...
Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo has expressed strong belief in Nigeria’s ability to compete with the world’s best, insisting that the team’s performances at...
‘Why Are They Still There?’ Esin Questions NFF Technical Team —...
Former Nigeria international Etim Esin has questioned the continued presence of the technical department within the Nigeria Football Federation, following Nigeria’s failure to qualify...
‘We Miss Aruna’ Oshodi Explains Slow Start — Backs New Generation...
Vice President of International Table Tennis Federation Africa and former head of the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation Waheed Enitan Oshodi has attributed Nigeria’s slow...
‘We Will Raise Standards’ Motsepe Backs Referees — CAF Chief Promises...
President of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, has reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to improving refereeing standards across the continent, announcing continued investment...
Historic Return: ‘Africa Will Benefit’ — Nigeria’s Green Falcons Set For...
Nigeria’s women’s rugby league team, the Green Falcons, are set to make a highly anticipated return to action this April, in what promises to...
‘Things Have Gotten Worse’: Oshaniwa Slams Gusau Board — Points To...
Former Super Eagles defender Juwon Oshaniwa has delivered a blunt verdict on the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation, insisting that conditions have deteriorated...
‘They Haven’t Been That Bad’: Adepoju Defends NFF Board — Urges...
Former Super Eagles midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has offered a measured defence of the current leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation, insisting that the board’s...
Second Half Saved Us: Lampard Praises Onyeka But Admits Coventry Started...
Frank Lampard has praised Frank Onyeka after his first goal for Coventry City, but admitted his side were far from convincing in the opening...
Midfield Masterstroke: ‘He Changed Everything’ — Davies Hails Onyeka’s Impact On...
Former Premier League defender Curtis Davies has praised the influence of Frank Onyeka, crediting the Nigerian midfielder with playing a key role in Coventry...
Dream Start: ‘I Saw The Chance’ — Onyeka Delights With First...
Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has expressed his excitement after scoring his first goal for Coventry City, as the club edges closer to achieving...
Development Is The Priority’: Busari Sets Agenda — New Flamingos Boss...
Newly appointed Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has made his intentions clear, declaring that player development and long-term progress will be at the heart...
‘We Need A Proper Structure’: Omoruyi Calls For A, B And...
Former Nigeria international Loveday Omoruyi has called for a comprehensive restructuring of Nigeria’s national team system, urging the creation of multiple layers, including A,...
She Gives Us Confidence’: Kirby Hails Nnadozie — Falcons Star Praised...
England star Fran Kirby has heaped praise on Nigerian goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie following her standout performances that helped her team reach the semi-finals of...
Unstoppable Rise: ‘I’m Just Getting Started’ — Oshoba Extends Perfect Record...
Nigerian female boxer Elizabeth Oshoba has continued her impressive rise in professional boxing, extending her unbeaten record to 10-0 with a dominant third-round knockout...
‘He Must Rediscover Himself’: O’Neill Challenges Iheanacho — Celtic Boss Wants...
Martin O’Neill has expressed his delight at having Kelechi Iheanacho back from injury, but has challenged the striker to rediscover his best form as...
‘This Is A Big Opportunity’: NPFL Boss Hails Congress Expansion —...
Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Gbenga Elegbeleye, has praised the Nigeria Football Federation’s decision to expand its Congress, describing it as a...
Reach The Quarter-Finals’: Customs Set Target — Volleyball Team Boosted Ahead...
Head of Sports of the Nigeria Customs Service, Samuel Onikeku, has set a clear target for the Nigeria Customs Women Volleyball Club ahead of...
ARMWRESTLING BATTLE FOR NIGERIA! Lagos Showdown to Produce Strongest Team for...
Nigeria’s armwrestling elite are gearing up for a high-stakes national showdown as the Lagos Open 2026 takes center stage—not just as a championship, but...
Time For A New Generation’: Obafemi Calls For Youth Revolution —...
Former Nigeria international Abiodun Obafemi has called for a generational shift within the Super Eagles, urging the integration of younger players to secure the...
Reform Budget Unveiled: ‘We Must Do Better’ — Dikko Targets Athlete...
Chairman of the National Sports Commission Shehu Dikko has revealed that Nigeria’s 2026 sports budget is strategically designed to drive reforms, improve athlete welfare,...
From Coffee Shop Dream To World Cup Reality – Zakuani Reveals...
Former DR Congo international turned assistant coach Gabriel Zakuani has lifted the lid on the remarkable journey that led to the Leopards’ historic World...
Nothing Will Change’ Fuludu Slams NFF Priorities — Says Elections Taking...
‘Former Super Eagles midfielder Edema Fuludu has once again voiced his frustration with Nigerian football authorities, warning that the country risks repeating the same...
From Debut to Dominance’ — SSA Adeboye Hails Inter Lagos FC’s...
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has congratulated Inter Lagos FC on their historic promotion...
“From Walk to Welfare” — Adeboye Leads Massive Peace March, Supports...
Abuja witnessed an unforgettable day of unity, compassion, and high-energy celebration as thousands of Nigerians trooped out for the 2026 International Day of Sport...
Adamu, Izamoje Popoola, Awogu Thump Up Sportsville Award!
It was encomiums upon encomiums on Friday night at the 6th Sportsville Award took centre stage in Lagos.
Dignitaries who were on ground to witness...
‘Huge Success, Real Talent on Display’ — NFAF Technical Director Bodunrin...
The Nigeria Federation of American Football (NFAF) national tryouts got off to a promising start at the Elegbata Sports Complex, Lagos, with over 60...
Ethiopian Habtamu Birhane Wins Maiden Edition of Yenagoa City International 10KM...
Ethiopian runner Habtamu Birhane has made history by winning the inaugural Yenagoa City International 10KM Race in Bayelsa State, Nigeria. He crossed the finish...
‘One Miss Still Haunts Me’: Yakubu Opens Up On 2010 Pain...
Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has revealed that he still receives criticism for his infamous miss at the 2010 FIFA World Cup, 16...
‘Don’t Judge Only The Eagles’: Popo Defends NFF — Says Bigger...
Former Nigeria international Austin Popo has urged stakeholders to take a broader view when assessing the performance of the Nigeria Football Federation, warning that...
Big Tests Ahead: ‘This Is What We Need’ — Abiodun Hails...
Former Nigeria international Obafemi Abiodun has welcomed the Super Eagles’ confirmed friendly matches against Portugal and Poland, describing them as exactly the kind of...
‘It’s Already Decided’: Oguns Dismisses NFF Elections — Predicts Gusau Will...
Former Nigeria international Segun Oguns has cast serious doubt over the credibility of the upcoming Nigeria Football Federation elective congress, describing the process as...
‘We Will Deliver Credible Elections’: Burkaa Gives Assurance — NFF Electoral...
Chairman of the Nigeria Football Federation Electoral Committee Mathew Burkaa has assured stakeholders that the upcoming NFF elective congress will be conducted in a...
‘Give Him Time’: Bazuaye Backs Chelle — Warns Against Rushing Eagles...
Former Nigeria international Baldwin Bazuaye has urged the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation to show patience with Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle,...
Transfer Race Heats Up: ‘Top Clubs Want Him’ — Etafia Reveals...
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Greg Etafia has revealed that several top African clubs are lining up moves for Stanley Nwabali, as the race to...
Set-Piece Weapon: ‘They Can Change Games’ — Ekong Warns Rivals About...
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has highlighted Arsenal’s set-piece ability as a major weapon, warning that the Gunners can turn matches in their favour...
Classy Exit: ‘I’m Grateful’ — Olowookere Backs Successor After Flamingos Role...
Outgoing Flamingos head coach Bankole Olowookere has expressed gratitude and full support for his successor Akeem Busari after stepping down from his role with...
Olympic Push Begins: ‘We’re Building A Strong Team’ — Akuh Targets...
National wrestling coach Akuh Purity has outlined Nigeria’s ambitious plans to build a formidable team capable of competing at the highest level, as the...
Rebuild Underway: ‘It Hasn’t Been Easy’ — U18 Coach Joshua Confident...
Nigeria U-18 handball head coach Ayo Joshua has revealed the extent of the rebuilding process within his team, while expressing confidence ahead of the...
