Duke Udi, Marco Silva Share Hope: Eagles Must Deliver, Chukwueze Needs Time
Former Super Eagles midfielder Duke Udi has maintained faith in Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, insisting that football’s unpredictability still...
Adesoji Tayo Elected NTTF President, Promises Youth Revolution
Newly elected President of the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF), Adesoji Tayo, has pledged to focus on youth development, talent discovery, and improving coaching...
Nigeria Confident to Host 2030 Commonwealth Games — NSC Boss Olopade
Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has expressed confidence that Nigeria can successfully host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, declaring that the country...
From Barefoot To Championship: Queen Chijoke Soars As Benin City Eagles Crowned Volleyball Champions
Nineteen-year-old Nkechinyere Chijoke Queen led the Benin City Eagles to a remarkable comeback victory over the Lagos Spikers to win the National Women’s Volleyball...
Oboabona to Eagles: ‘It’s Now or Never — Talk, Unite, and Fight!’
Former Super Eagles defender, Godfrey Oboabona, has sent a passionate message to Nigeria’s national team ahead of their final two 2026 World Cup qualifiers,...
Chiamaka Nnadozie Opens Up: ‘I Cry Sometimes, But I’m Learning to Be Strong
Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has revealed the emotional challenges she has faced since joining English Women’s Super League side Brighton & Hove Albion...
Adepoju Urges Caution: Nigeria’s World Cup Hope Alive but Fragile
Former Super Eagles midfielder, Mutiu Adepoju, has admitted disappointment over Nigeria’s failure to defeat South Africa in their last qualifier but insists all hope...
Suleiman Sani Applauds Flying Eagles’ Spirit Despite Suspension Blow
Flying Eagles forward, Suleiman Sani, has hailed his teammates for their resilience after a 1-1 draw with Colombia secured Nigeria’s progression to the round...
Zubairu Hails Flying Eagles’ Grit After Colombia Draw Secures Last-16 Spot
Flying Eagles head coach, Aliyu Zubairu, has praised his players’ fighting spirit after Nigeria came from behind to earn a crucial 1-1 draw against...
Garba Lawal Urges Super Eagles: Forget Others, Win Your Own Battles
Former Nigeria international, Garba Lawal, has urged the Super Eagles to shut out distractions and focus solely on winning their remaining two matches in...
Morocco, South Africa, Nigeria Flying Africa’s Flag High at Chile 2025 as Round of...
Under the cool autumn skies of Chile, Africa’s finest young talents have danced, battled, and dazzled on the grand stage of the FIFA U20...
Africa: Enhanced credit insurance for the West African Development Bank (BOAD) to scale up...
The West African Development Bank (BOAD) has taken a major step in strengthening its financing capacity by increasing the size of its sovereign, portfolio...
Bayelsa Queens Announce Signing of Two New Players for 2025/26 Season
Bayelsa Queens FC have announced the signing of two new players ahead of the 2025/26 Nigeria Women’s Football League Premiership (NWFL) season.
The new additions...
“I’m Ready to Give Everything” – Nigeria’s Obi Anthony Set to Command Granada CF’s...
All eyes are on Obi Anthony, the rising Nigerian midfielder who is poised to take center stage later today for Granada CF Cantera in...
“I’m Grateful for the Journey” – Nigerian Winger John Auta Excels in Czech Republic...
From the fields of Abia State’s Right2Win Football Academy to the professional pitches of the Czech Republic, John Auta is proving that hard work...
“I Just Love Football!” – 7-Year-Old Onyekachi Chidi Shines Bright as Manchester United U7...
He may be only seven years old, but Onyekachi Chidi is already making waves in English youth football. The dazzling young attacker helped Manchester...
“I Came Here to Prove Myself” – Nigeria’s Abba Adam Musa Lighting Up Serbia...
From the bustling streets of Kano State to the football pitches of Serbia, young forward Abba Adam Musa is living the dream — and...
“I Had to Step Up for My Country” – Captain Daniel Bameyi Speaks After...
When the referee’s whistle pierced the evening air in Talca, Chile, signaling a penalty for Nigeria, Daniel Bameyi didn’t hesitate. The U20 national team...
“This Is Normal for Me!” – Nigerian Star Wisdom Ubani Ignites JPL with Stunning...
Nigerian striker Wisdom Ubani announced himself in spectacular fashion on Sunday, coming off the bench to score twice and drag Molynes United from the...
Makinde Rewards Shooting Stars with $5,000 After Dramatic Win Over Plateau United
Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has commended the resilience and fighting spirit of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) following their hard-fought 1–0 victory...
Nigeria’s Hockey Teams Set Sights on Glory at Africa Cup of Nations
With spirits high and sticks sharpened, Nigeria’s men’s and women’s hockey teams are gearing up for a historic campaign at the 2025 Hockey Africa...
Exclusive: FIFA Slaps Transfer Ban on Heartland FC Over Unpaid Debts
Heartland FC of Owerri have been handed a transfer ban by world football governing body FIFA over unfulfilled financial obligations, Sports247 reports.
Heartland are indebted...
Former Teammates Reunite in Norway as Seun Akanji Meets Mukhtar Adamu in OBOS-Ligaen Clash
It was a heartwarming reunion in Norway as Sporting Lagos youth team star Seun Akanji linked up with his former teammate Mukhtar Adamu during...
Adesoji Tayo Emerges NTTF President
A wave of excitement swept through Nigeria’s table tennis community following the election of Adesoji Tayo as the new President of the Nigeria Table...
Iheanacho Rediscovers Spark at Celtic, Emerges as Key Man in Rodgers’ Attack
Celtic forward Kelechi Iheanacho is fast becoming one of the standout performers in Scottish football, with the Nigerian striker once again on target as...
Zubairu Praises Nigeria’s Resilience as Flying Eagles Set Up Argentina Clash After Colombia Draw
Nigeria’s U20 coach Aliyu Zubairu has hailed his players’ resilience and tactical discipline after the Flying Eagles battled to a 1-1 draw with Colombia...
Team Brazil Clinch Maiden Victory at E1 Lagos Grand Prix 2025
Team Brazil delivered a spectacular performance to claim their first-ever victory in the E1 Lagos Grand Prix on Sunday, capping an electrifying weekend of...
Noah Atubolu Saves Helped Freiburg Hold Mönchengladbach
The Nigerian descent and German goalkeeper, Noah Atubolu remarkable performance in the goal line help SC Freiburg settle for a barren draw against hungry...
2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup: Daniel Bameyi’s Penalty Powers Nigeria Into Knockouts After...
In a tense Group F finale at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup, Nigeria’s Flying Eagles secured progression to the knockout stage with a...
Kwara United Sack Coach Tunde Sanni After Poor Run of Form, Appoint Ashifat Sulyman...
Kwara United have announced the dismissal of their Technical Adviser, Coach Tunde Sanni, following a string of disappointing results that culminated in a 1–0...
NPFL Matchday 7 Roundup: Wolves, Abia Warriors Grab Away Wins as Enyimba vs Rivers...
Matchday 7 of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) produced thrilling encounters across various centers, with Warri Wolves and Abia Warriors recording valuable...
President Hails Rafiatu Lawal’s Historic Feat as She Wins Three Silver Medals at IWF...
The President of the Nigeria Weightlifting Federation (NWF), Ibrahim Abdul Aladi, has congratulated Rafiatu Folashade Lawal for her historic performance at the 2025 IWF...
Young Africans Plan Sensational Return of Coach Nasreddine Nabi to Replace Romain Folz
Dar es Salaam — Just a day after rivals Simba SC unveiled their new coach Dimitar Pantev, their archrivals Young Africans (Yanga SC) are...
Taifa Stars Step Up Preparations to Face Zambia in World Cup Qualifier
Dar es Salaam — Tanzania’s national football team, Taifa Stars, has continued preparations ahead of their crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zambia, set...
Okowa Targets Podium Success for Team Nigeria at 2026 Commonwealth Games
The President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Chief Tonobok Okowa, has reaffirmed the Federation’s determination to secure podium finishes for Nigeria’s athletes...
Akor Adams Celebrates Super Eagles Call-Up with Goal as Sevilla Humiliate Barcelona
Nigerian striker Akor Adams celebrated his maiden Super Eagles call-up in spectacular fashion, scoring in Sevilla’s commanding 4–1 victory over Barcelona on Sunday afternoon...
President Tinubu: Lagos E1 Grand Prix is a Milestone in Innovation, Clean Energy Drive,...
President Bola Tinubu has hailed the hosting of the E1 Lagos Grand Prix as a landmark moment in Nigeria’s pursuit of innovation, clean energy,...
CAF Expands WAFCON to 16 Teams from 2026 Edition
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a major milestone for women’s football on the continent — the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations...
Wazbak International Crowned WAFA League Super 8 Champions After Dramatic Penalty Shootout Victory Over...
It was an early morning filled with excitement and emotion at the Otunba Dipo Dina International Stadium, Ijebu-Ode, as Wazbak International emerged champions of...
Amaju Pinnick’s new role in FIFA is a testament to his huge influence...
The Director General of the National sports commission, NSC, Hon Bukola Olopade, has described Amaju Pinnick's new position in FIFA as a well deserved...
Benjamin Edozie Picks Positives From His Historic Outing At Mixed Martial Arts World Championship
Nigeria's latest sensation in mixed martial arts (MMA), Benjamin Edozie is still relishing his recent historic outing at the sport's global championship in Tbilisi,...
Awujoola Sodiq Can’t Stop Scoring- Nigeria Prodigy Makes More Egyptian League History
The Nigerian striker, Awujoola Sodiq Ougula scored again in the Egyptian Premier League for Ceremica Cleopatra FC in a 3-0 away victory over Haras...
Adzuu’s Brace Powers Dino Sporting Club Past Imperial FC to End Winless Run
Dino Sporting Club returned to winning ways in emphatic fashion, defeating Imperial FC 4–2 in a thrilling TCC League encounter at the Otunba Dipo...
Clash of the Unbeatens: Enyimba, Rivers United Headline NPFL Matchday 7 Showdown in Aba
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) serves up its biggest fixture of the season so far on Sunday as two unbeaten giants — Enyimba...
Lawal Folashade Wins Three Medals at IWF World Championships in Norway
Nigeria’s weightlifting star, Lawal Rafiatu Folashade, has once again brought pride to the nation after winning three silver medals at the IWF World Championships...
“No Yellows? No Excuses” — Nees Fires Warning, Says Zimbabwe Going for All Three...
Harare, Zimbabwe — Zimbabwe head coach Michael Nees has injected a fresh dose of controversy into the build-up to the World Cup qualifier versus...
18-Year-Old Nigerian Basketball Hopeful Battles Setbacks, Dreams of Rising to the Top
On the cracked courts of Surulere, Ebuka Okere, an 18-year-old basketball player, continues to chase his dream of making it big despite years of...
Nigerian Dynamo Amy Okonkwo Sparks Beşiktaş with 15 Off the Bench in 83–65 Rout...
Nigerian forward Amy Okonkwo delivered a stunning performance off the bench as Beşiktaş cruised to a commanding 83–65 victory over Botaş in the Turkish...
E1 Lagos GP: Drogba Adds Glamour as Lagos Makes History With Africa’s First All-Electric...
Football legend Didier Drogba and entrepreneur Gabrielle Lamaire added star power to an unforgettable weekend as Lagos made history on Saturday, October 4, hosting...
Zaidu Sanusi Returns to Super Eagles as Injuries Force Changes Ahead of Crucial 2026...
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has made two late changes to Nigeria’s squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho...
