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Rasheedat Ajibade: Super Falcons Never Underestimated Benin Republic Despite 1–1 Draw...
Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has dismissed suggestions that Nigeria took their opponents Benin Republic lightly in their 1–1 draw during the second leg...
Benin Coach Abdoulaye Ouzerou: ‘We Came to Beat Nigeria and Believed...
Benin Republic women’s head coach, Abdoulaye Ouzerou, says his team arrived in Abeokuta fully convinced they could defeat Nigeria in their WAFCON qualification second...
Super Falcons Coach Justine Madugu Apologises to Fans After 1–1 Draw...
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has issued an apology to Nigerian fans following his side’s 1–1 draw with Benin Republic in the second...
Simon Nkom Re-Elected Nigeria Hockey Federation President — Vows to Build...
Newly re-elected President of the Nigeria Hockey Federation (NHF), Simon Nkom, says his second term will focus on building a sustainable grassroots hockey system,...
NFF President Ibrahim Gusau Defends Birnin Kebbi Stadium Amid Controversy —...
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has hit back strongly at critics of the Birnin Kebbi Stadium project, saying...
FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Finals: Flamingos Out After 0-4 loss...
2022 bronze medallists Nigeria were eliminated from the ongoing FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup on Tuesday after a 4-0 defeat by Italy, who took...
Ashleigh Plumptre Scores Her First-Ever Super Falcons Goal As Nigeria Book...
Ashleigh Plumptre marked a memorable night in Abeokuta as she scored her first-ever goal for the Super Falcons, helping Nigeria secure qualification for the...
Bukola Olopade Hails Elizabeth Anyanacho’s Historic Bronze as Nigeria Ends 20-Year...
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has praised Nigerian Taekwondo star Elizabeth Anyanacho after she clinched a historic...
Rasheedat Ajibade: Super Falcons Focused on Themselves, Not Comparing With Super...
Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade says her team is focused solely on their own progress as they prepare to face Benin Republic in the...
Deborah Abiodun Confident Super Falcons Will Finish the Job Against Benin...
Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun says the team is confident of wrapping up their WAFCON qualifying tie against Benin Republic when they meet again...
Michelle Alozie Receives Touching Good Luck Gift From 9-Year-Old Fan Dẹ́síre...
Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie had an emotional encounter on the eve of Nigeria’s WAFCON qualifier against Benin Republic in Abeokuta, after a young...
Christy Ucheibe Says Super Falcons Taking Nothing for Granted Ahead of...
Super Falcons midfielder Christy Ucheibe has insisted that there are no small teams in African football as Nigeria prepares to complete their WAFCON qualifying...
Victor Ochei Promises to Rebuild Nigerian Tennis After Sweeping to Federation...
Newly elected Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF) president Victor Ochei has vowed to unite the sport’s stakeholders and restore Nigerian tennis to its glory days...
‘I Leave Wrestling Better Than I Met It’: Daniel Igali Reflects...
Outgoing Nigeria Wrestling Federation President Daniel Igali has expressed pride in the progress made during his 12-year tenure, declaring that the sport is now...
Esther Okoronkwo: We Remain Focused as Super Falcons Eye Benin Republic...
Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo says the team remains fully focused ahead of Tuesday’s decisive WAFCON qualifier against Benin Republic in Abeokuta.
Okoronkwo, who was...
‘We’re Ready To Show Our True Colours’ — Flamingos Coach Bankole...
Flamingos head coach Bankole Olowookere says his team is ready to deliver their best performance yet as they take on Italy today for a...
‘Take Criticism As Motivation’ — Sam Sodje Urges Super Eagles Stars...
Former Super Eagles defender Sam Sodje has advised Nigerian players to embrace both praise and criticism from fans, insisting that it comes with the...
‘No Easy Games At This Stage’ — Friday Ekpo Tells Super...
Former Super Eagles midfielder Friday Ekpo has cautioned the national team against complacency as they prepare for their crucial World Cup qualification playoffs next...
‘No Room For Complacency’ — Super Falcons Boss Justin Madugu Warns...
Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has warned his players against complacency as they prepare to face Benin Republic in the return leg of...
Lagos Women Run: Empowering Women Through Community Engagement And Opportunities –...
The Coordinator, Lagos Women Run, Tayo Popoola has stated that the All Women 10km race to connect through their communities, creating empowerment opportunities.
The 10th...
“We’re Coming For The Playoffs!” — Lagos Raptors’ Star Titilayo Abanikanda...
Confidence and determination are running high in the Lagos Raptors’ camp, and at the center of it all is one of the team’s most...
Panthers Edge Warriors In Four-Point Thriller As Knights Charge, Braves Rise,...
The Showtime Bowl Series XIII produced another unforgettable weekend of flag football drama on October 26, 2025, with fans turning out in their numbers...
Netball: Udu Takes “Project 2027” to New Heights
The Delta State Ministry of Basic & Secondary Education recently organised a two-day netball seminar for secondary school teachers in Udu Local Government Area.
The...
‘We Never Gave Up!’ — Victor Osimhen Hails Team Spirit After...
Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has praised his teammates’ resilience and fighting mentality after their hard-fought 3–1 victory over Goztepe.
Osimhen, who played...
Nigerian Forward Ndubisi Jonathan Impresses in Austria Despite Narrow Defeat
Former Sporting Lagos attacker Ndubisi Jonathan continued to showcase his growing potential in Austria, featuring prominently for Askö Öedt in their narrow 1-0 loss...
‘Nigerian Football Is Not Weak!’ — Mamelodi Sundowns Boss Miguel Cardoso...
Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has insisted that Nigerian football remains strong, despite his side’s emphatic 7–1 aggregate win over Remo Stars in...
Marco Silva defends Calvin Bassey after costly blunder in Newcastle defeat...
Fulham manager Marco Silva has thrown his support behind Calvin Bassey after the Nigerian defender’s early error gifted Newcastle United their opening goal in...
Costoms Boss Bashir Adewale Adeniyi Vows To Take Nigerian Wrestling To...
Newly elected president of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF), Comptroller General Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has pledged to transform the sport through stronger sponsorship, grassroots...
Joy Omewa buzzing ahead of Super Falcons’ clash with Benin Republic...
New Super Falcons forward Joy Omewa has expressed her excitement and determination ahead of Nigeria’s WAFCON qualifying return leg against Benin Republic in Abeokuta...
Ogenyi Onazi plans Super Eagles camp visit to calm nerves ahead...
Former Nigeria star Ogenyi Onazi will visit the Super Eagles camp ahead of next month’s decisive World Cup playoff, in a bid to inspire...
Finidi George praises Rivers United after sealing CAF Champions League group...
Rivers United head coach Finidi George has praised his players’ determination after the Nigerian club sealed qualification to the CAF Champions League group stage...
“We Fought for Nigeria!’ – Flamingos Coach Bankole Olowookere Rallies Team...
Flamingos head coach Bankole Olowookere has hailed his players’ unbreakable spirit after sealing a place in the knockout stage of the FIFA U-17 Women’s...
‘We Earned It, Not Luck!’ – Super Eagles Boss Eric Chelle...
Super Eagles head coach Eric Sekou Chelle has hit back at critics claiming Nigeria “got lucky” to reach the 2026 World Cup playoffs —...
“From Missed Goals To Flying Flags!” — Lagos Raptors’ Teen Quarterback...
A rising star is emerging from the heart of Lagos’ booming Showtime Super Bowl Flag Football League, and his name is Oluwalanu Taiwo —...
‘Time ‘To Turn Nigerian Sports Around!’ — Presidential Aide, Adeyinka Adeboye...
Nigeria’s Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Adeboye, has praised the National Sports Commission (NSC) for conducting what...
2026 Women’s AFCON Race: Nigeria, Zambia, Ghana, Mali In Good Stead...
Cup holders and 10-time champions Nigeria lead a cast of heavyweights who have put themselves in good positions to advance to next year’s Women...
What To Expect At The Tiger Street Football Tournament Finals at...
The Tiger Street Football Tournament is ending its Awka run with a finale that will be blending live performances with a 5-a-side football match...
SWAN Honours Wale Joseph with Veteran Sports Journalist Award at Diamond...
In commemoration of its Diamond Jubilee Celebration, the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has conferred the Veteran Sports Journalist Award on Mr. Wale...
Amaju Pinnick says Super Eagles have ‘no excuses’ ahead of Morocco...
Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick has urged the Super Eagles to rise to the occasion as they prepare for their crucial...
Hugo Broos: ‘Nigeria Have the Quality to Survive Morocco Playoffs’
South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has backed Nigeria’s Super Eagles to navigate the CAF World Cup playoffs in Morocco next month, saying the...
15-year-old Adedini haunts Nigeria after NFF snub as France edge Flamingos...
Rachael Adedini, the 15-year-old forward born in France to Nigerian parents, came back to haunt her country of heritage as France defeated Nigeria’s Flamingos...
Nosa Igiebor Urges Super Eagles: “Focus on Morocco Playoffs, Not the...
Former Super Eagles midfielder Nosa Igiebor has urged Nigeria’s players to remain fully focused on the upcoming World Cup playoffs in Morocco, warning against...
Super Eagles Boss Eric Chelle Rallies Squad: ‘All Focus Now on...
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has declared that all attention is now firmly fixed on Nigeria’s upcoming FIFA World Cup playoffs, stressing that...
Super Eagles striker Akor Adams vows to give ‘everything’ ahead of...
Super Eagles forward Akor Adams has promised to give his all as Nigeria prepares for the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff next month...
Nees Acknowledges Odds as Zimbabwe Misses Out, Eyes Role in Super...
Michael Nees, the former head coach of the Zimbabwe national football team, has admitted his country is out of the race for the upcoming 2026...
Super Eagles Captain Troost-Ekong: “We’re Fully Focused on Morocco Playoffs —...
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong says the team is fully focused and determined to deliver when they head to Morocco next month for the...
2026 Women’s AFCON Race: Super Falcons seek comfortable win over Bénin’s...
The 25,000 -capacity Stade de Kégué in the Togolese capital, Lomè is venue for Friday’s 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations final qualifying fixture,...
FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2025: Flamingos lose by the...
The hopes of Nigeria’s U17 girls, Flamingos, advancing to the knockout stages of the ongoing FIFA U17 Women's World Cup in Morocco became slim...
‘No Room for Complacency!’ – Stella Mbachu Urges Super Falcons to...
Former Super Falcons star Stella Mbachu has issued a stern warning to Nigeria’s women’s national team ahead of their WAFCON qualifying double-header against Benin...
Super Falcons Star Esther Okoronkwo Celebrates AFC Toronto Triumph Ahead of...
Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo has expressed delight after helping her club, AFC Toronto, win the inaugural Supporters’ Shield Trophy, capping off what she...
