AFN Working With Coaches, Clubs to Discover Young Talents – Okowa
President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, Tonobok Okowa, has revealed that the federation is actively working with coaches and clubs across the country...
Vanzekin Questions Nwabali’s Exit From Chippa United
Former Nigeria goalkeeper Ambrose Vanzekin has expressed surprise at Stanley Nwabali’s decision to part ways with Chippa United, describing the move as worrying for...
Bayelsa Queens Coach Calls for Home-Based Super Falcons Team
Bayelsa Queens head coach Ogbonda Whyte has called for the creation of a second Super Falcons team made up entirely of home-based players, insisting...
Nigeria Targets Promotion to Davis Cup World Group 1 – Victor Ochei
President of the Nigerian Tennis Federation, Victor Ochei, has declared that Nigeria is firmly targeting promotion to Davis Cup World Group 1 after successfully...
Zambia Won’t Fixate on Nigeria Alone at WAFCON – Nora Hauptle
Head coach of Zambia’s women’s national team, the Copper Queens, Nora Hauptle, has revealed that her side’s ambition at this year’s Women’s Africa...
Adesanya Hints at Career Wind-Down: “I Don’t See Myself Going Much Longer”
Nigerian-born mixed martial arts star Israel Adesanya has revealed that the end of his professional fighting career may be closer than many fans expect,...
Olajuwon Reveals His Greatest Weapon: “Shot-Blocking Gave Me Respect”
NBA legend Hakeem Olajuwon has described shot-blocking as the defining strength of his illustrious basketball career, explaining how it shaped both his dominance on...
Wilfried Bony: “Africa Is Closer Than Ever to Winning the World Cup”
Former Ivorian striker Wilfried Bony believes African football is on the brink of achieving its ultimate dream u— winning the FIFA World Cup.
Speaking on...
Peter Ijeh Plays Down Nigeria’s World Cup Appeal, Says FIFA Verdict Unlikely
Former Nigerian international Peter Ijeh has expressed strong doubts over Nigeria’s chances of benefiting from its appeal to FIFA following the World Cup qualification...
Ikpeba Backs NFF’s Decision to Retain Eric Chelle, Says Stability Is Key for Super...
Former Nigerian international Victor Ikpeba has applauded the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for retaining Eric Chelle as head coach of the Super Eagles, insisting...
Mubarak Suleiman Continues Flying Start as Slavia Praha Win Away at Karviná
18-year-old Mubarak Suleiman maintained his electric start to life with Slavia Praha, registering an assist in their 3–1 away victory over MFK Karviná in...
Savio Idezi Shines as Smart City Edge Gateway FC in Five-Goal Thriller
Savio Idezi delivered a standout performance to claim the Man of the Match award as Smart City defeated Gateway FC in a pulsating five-goal...
Cloud Sports Reveals Long-Term Vision for Lagos Football
Cloud Sports Limited has disclosed significant reasons for its investment in Lagos State Football, expressing optimism about the potential returns.
On Friday, February 13th, the...
NWFL Premiership Player of the Month (January Nominees)
The race for the NWFL Premiership Player of the Month for January features five outstanding performers who made decisive impacts for their respective clubs...
Alhaji Musiliu Jimoh Alao Hails T-Jos Signature on Guinness World Record Feat
Renowned Nigerian football administrator and supporters’ leader, Alhaji Musiliu Jimoh Alao, has showered praises on Nigerian barber and Super Eagles special barber, Joshua Babatunde...
NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko Declares Official End of Run Africa Conference
The curtains came down in grand style on the Run Africa Conference as the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, officially...
Love in the Air: Ezra Kipchumba Triumphs at 2026 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon
Kenya’s Ezra Kipchumba Kering delivered a Valentine’s Day masterclass, storming to victory at the 11th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon on...
SSA Adeboye Applauds Access Bank Lagos City Marathon Brilliance as Kenya’s Kipchumba Clinches Valentine’s...
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has applauded the organisers and athletes of the 11th...
NBA Announces Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Replacement For All Stars’ Games
USA’s National Basketball Association (NBA) has announced a replacement for Milwaukee Bucks’ Nigerian-born star, Giannis Antetokounmpo (Adetokunbo), who has been ruled out of the...
Lookman’s Dazzling Display Helps Atletico Coach Diego Simeone Mock Lamine Yamal
Atletico Madrid of Spain winger, Ademola Lookman’s dazzling display against FC Barcelona on Thursday in the Copa del Rey first leg semi-final helped his...
Kenya Ezra Kipchumba Kering wins 2026 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon
Kenya’s Ezra Kipchumba Kering delivered a composed and powerful run to win the 11th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon on Saturday,...
Unprecedented Eight Nigerian Teams Set for 76th Viareggio Cup
Organiser of the Viareggio Cup have officially confirmed the participation of eight Nigerian teams in the 76th edition of the prestigious youth football tournament,...
Rivers United To Decide CAF Champions League Knock Out Fate For Berkane, Power Dynamos
Although Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) runners-up, Rivers United of Port Harcourt are already out of the continental race, the result they get this...
Toluwabori Akinola Sets 60m Record For Ireland, As Enekwechi Gets Shot Put Bronze
Republic of Ireland’s Nigerian-born sprinter, Toluwabori ‘Bori’ Akinola pulled off a sensational shock to clinch silver in the men’s 60m final at the Belgrade...
DR Congo Rely On CAF Secretary General To Defeat NFF In FIFA’s Verdict
DR Congo are relying on the presence of Confederation of African Football (CAF) secretary-general, Véron Mosengo-Omba, a citizen of their country, to help them...
Exciting Matches Ahead in Week 4 of Nathaniel Idowu-Ajegunle Under 14 Football League
The Nathaniel Idowu-Ajegunle Under 14 Football League is heating up, and Week 4 promises to be an exciting one. The stage is set for...
George Storms to 60m Victory at Battle Born Classic
Nigeria’s Magdalene George delivered another statement performance on the indoor circuit, powering to victory in the women’s 60m at the Battle Born Classic with...
Praise Soars to New Heights with 6.16m Personal Best at Jarvis Scott Invite
Nigeria’s rising field event talent, Oghenefejirọ Praise, delivered a statement performance at the Jarvis Scott Open, leaping to a new personal best of 6.16m...
Beach Soccer Takes Centre Stage as ABSU President’s Cup Super 4 Finals Kicks Off...
The ancient city of Dutse is set to witness a landmark moment in regional beach soccer as the maiden edition of the African Beach...
LSFA Unveil Mega Broadcast Deal for Lagos FA Cup
The Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) has announced the signing of an exclusive Broadcast Rights and Production Agreement with Cloud Sports Limited, marking a...
AFN Scouts Nationwide to Catch Talent Early – Okowa
President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Tonobok Okowa, has revealed that the federation has put a structured scouting system in place to...
Ojeli Targets Commonwealth Games, Medals in 2026 Season
Nigerian quarter-miler Emmanuel Ojeli has outlined his ambitions for the 2026 athletics season, revealing that his major focus is on the upcoming Commonwealth Games...
National Sports Commission Commends Fasino Powerlifters For Brilliant Outing In Cote d’Ivoire
Nigeria's National Sports Commission (NSC) has sent a message of commendation to the management Fasino Powerlifting Club, following brilliant performances by their athletes in...
Obafemi Urges NFF to Move Fast on Chelle Contract Extension
Former Nigeria international Abiodun Obafemi has called on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to act swiftly by extending the contract of Super Eagles head...
Aiyenugba Urges Patience With Nwabali After Chippa United Exit
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Dele Aiyenugba has appealed for patience and understanding for Nigeria’s number one shot-stopper Stanley Nwabali following his decision to part...
Osayi-Samuel Reaffirms Loyalty to Nigeria, Says Super Eagles Come First
Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to Nigeria, insisting he would choose the Super Eagles again without hesitation.
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D-DAY: 28,000 Runners Set for 2026 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon
Lagos is set for a historic showdown as 28,000 registered runners hit the streets for the 2026 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, themed “New...
Wada Backs NFF Decision to Retain Eric Chelle
Chairman of the Kogi State Football Association, Hassan Wada, has thrown his support behind the Nigeria Football Federation’s decision to retain Super Eagles head...
American Football Set for Growth as Akeredolu Eyes United Future for Sport in Nigeria
President of the Nigeria Federation of American Football, Babajide Akeredolu, has expressed optimism about the future of the sport in the country following the...
Onuachu Relishes Trabzonspor Test Against Fenerbahçe
Trabzonspor forward Paul Onuachu says he is looking forward to Saturday’s high-profile clash against Fenerbahçe, expressing confidence in his team despite acknowledging the quality...
Ezeji: Nigerian Clubs Will Struggle Without Proper Structures
Former Enyimba striker Victor Ezeji has warned that Nigerian clubs will continue to struggle in continental competitions unless long-standing structural problems are properly addressed.
Reacting...
Gusau: Super Eagles Will Keep Improving After AFCON Showing
President of the Nigerian Football Federation, Nigerian Football Federation boss Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has affirmed that the Super Eagles will continue to improve following...
Para-Badminton: Bolaji Storms Into Final, Nnanna Claims Historic Bronze at World Championship in Bahrain
Paris 2024 Paralympic bronze medallist Eniola Bolaji has advanced to the final of the 2026 Para-Badminton World Championship in Bahrain after a commanding semifinal...
Victor Osimhen Bags Two Assists as Galatasaray Thrash Eyüpspor 5–1
Victor Osimhen delivered a standout creative performance, registering two assists as Galatasaray cruised to a dominant 5–1 home win over Eyüpspor in the Turkish...
Gombe United Boost Squad with Jumbo Wisdom Signing Ahead of NNL Second Stanza
Gombe United have reinforced their squad with the acquisition of right-back Jumbo Wisdom, who joins the Savannah Scorpions from Doma United FC.
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Nawarudeen Primary School, Olose Ifo Hosts Colourful 2026 Inter-House Sports
Nawarudeen Primary School, Olose Ifo, came alive on February 12, 2026, as pupils, staff, parents, and community leaders gathered for the school’s much-anticipated 2026...
ABS Product Sa’ad Jamiu Nets on Debut for Hapoel Beit Shean in Isreal
Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin prodigy, Sa'ad Jamiu announced his arrival in Israel scoring on his debut for Hapoel Beit Shean U19 in their...
Joseph Dosu FC Prodigy Okeke Ebube Wisdom Signs First Professional Contract with FK Tikveš
Joseph Dosu FC Prodigy Okere Ebube Wisdom has taken a major step in his career after officially signing his first professional contract with North...
CAF Propose Four-Year Cycle, 28-Team Format for WAFCON
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled proposals to expand the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) to a 28-team tournament, to be...
2026 BWF Para-Badminton: Bolaji Breezes Past Yuan, Qualifies For Final in Bahrain
Nigerian para-badminton sensation Mariam Eniola Bolaji has continued her remarkable rise on the global stage after booking a place in the final of the...
