HFN President Jibril Saidu Ojih Enjoins Stakeholders, ‘Let’s Build Stronger Nigerian Handball Community’
Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) president, Jibril Saidu Ojih has called on stakeholders of the sport all across the country to join hands in...
Flamingos Must Use All Chances During Thursday’s Round Of 16 Battle With Mexico, Akeem...
Nigeria's cadet female national team, Flamingos' coach, Akeem Busari has admitted that his players must be at their very best and use all chances...
Oba Of Benin Golf Classic Hits Climax On Saturday With N15m Up For Grabs
A total cash prize of N15m will be up for grabs this Saturday when the 2026 Oba of Benin Golf Classics comes to a...
Dakar 2026: “Today’s Young Athletes Are Tomorrow’s Olympic Champions” — SSA Adeboye Charges Team...
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has charged Nigeria’s contingent to the forthcoming Youth Olympic...
Matthew Kuti Targets Double Gold for Nigeria at Youth Olympic Games in Dakar
Nigerian table tennis prospect Matthew Kuti has set his sights on winning two gold medals for the country at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games...
Petra Sörling Hails African Table Tennis Championships as Gateway for Emerging Talent
International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) President Petra Sörling has praised the African Table Tennis Championships for providing a high-level platform for established stars and...
“We Cannot Afford to Stay Behind” — Sunday Oliseh Warns Nigeria Against Italy’s Football...
Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has warned that Nigerian football risks suffering a prolonged decline similar to Italy’s struggles if the country fails...
NPFL HAMMERS WARRI WOLVES: ₦4.25m Fine, Three-Point Deduction, Stadium Ban Over Brutal Assault on...
Warri Wolves have been handed severe disciplinary sanctions by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), including a ₦4.25 million financial penalty, a three-point deduction...
NPFL Cracks Down on Katsina United, Slams Club With ₦2 Million Fine Over Security...
Katsina United have been hit with a ₦2 million fine by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following security breaches and crowd disturbances during...
“We Are Regressing” — Bob Osim Blames Nigerian Football System After All Four Clubs...
Former Nigeria international Bob Osim has criticised the country’s football system, arguing that poor planning, inadequate preparation and a lack of innovation are contributing...
NIGERIA PLAYERS SCORECARD: Iheanacho’s Incredible Scoring Streak Continues, Osimhen Hits Brace as Dessers, Arokodare...
Nigerian footballers delivered another remarkable series of performances across Europe and beyond, with Kelechi Iheanacho, Victor Osimhen, Cyriel Dessers and Tolu Arokodare leading the...
John Obi Mikel Backs Unai Emery as Potential Manchester United Rescue Option
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel believes Unai Emery could be the manager to help Manchester United reset their struggling project, arguing that...
Skambo Morrison Urges Reconciliation After NBBF Elections: “Let’s Bring Everybody Together”
Former D’Tigers player Rev. Skambo Morrison has called for unity and reconciliation among stakeholders following the Nigerian Basketball Federation (NBBF) elections, urging winners and...
“We Have Close to 50 Promising Young Players” — Adesoji Says 2028 Africa Championships...
Nigeria Table Tennis Federation president Adesoji Tayo says hosting the 2028 International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Africa Championships will provide a major opportunity to...
“We Must Keep Giving Our Best!” — Rodiat Yusuf Celebrates First World Cup Goal...
Nigeria’s Flamingos midfielder Rodiat Yusuf has described scoring her first goal at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup as a memorable career moment after...
“The Flamingos Have the Quality to Win It” — Olowookere Backs Nigeria’s Young Stars...
Former Flamingos head coach Bankole Olowookere believes Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team has the attacking talent to mount a serious challenge for the title at...
Ballon d’Or 2026: Burna Boy Presents Sócrates Award to Bukayo Saka as Adekunle Gold...
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy took centre stage when he presented Arsenal and England forward Bukayo Saka with the 2026 Sócrates Award. The award...
Samson Tijani Makes Case for Super Eagles Return After Podbrezová’s 4-1 Win
Samson Tijani’s latest outing in Slovakia offers another opportunity for the Nigerian midfielder to build momentum in his bid to return to the Super...
TCC League: Can Freeman Keep Imperial FC On Top After Gbagada Draw?
Imperial FC head coach Franklin Freeman has shifted his focus to the team’s next fixture after a 1-1 draw against Gbagada FC, with the...
“Millions Lost!” How Super Falcons’ World Cup Failure Triggered NFF’s Worst Nightmare!
The Super Falcons' devastating failure to secure a spot at the 2027 Women's World Cup has sent shockwaves through Nigerian football, triggering a massive...
“16 Goals and Now This?!” Kelechi Iheanacho Sparks Massive Fear After Mid-Match Injury Blow!
Kelechi Iheanacho left fans gasping in disbelief as a stunning individual performance ended in immediate concern during Bursaspor's chaotic 4-2 victory against Keçiörengücü. The...
“I See Everything!” Victor Osimhen Slams Critics With Unstoppable Derby Masterclass Against Fenerbahce!
Victor Osimhen delivered a roaring statement on the big stage, staging a absolute masterclass in the fiery Istanbul derby as Galatasaray powered past fierce...
Ajax Push for Permanent Arokodare Deal After Nigerian Striker’s Revival in Netherlands
Ajax have reportedly informed Wolverhampton Wanderers of their desire to sign Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare on a permanent basis following his impressive start to...
“I’m Alone Now” — Ola Aina Opens Up on Awoniyi’s Forest Exit, Backs Super...
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has admitted that Taiwo Awoniyi’s departure from Nottingham Forest has left him without his Nigerian teammate at club level,...
“Expect More Goals From Me!” — Adegbuyi Fires Warning to Flamingos’ World Cup Rivals...
Nigeria’s Flamingos forward Oluwakemi Adegbuyi has promised more goals and improved performances after helping the team defeat defending champions Korea DPR 3-1 to qualify...
“The Competition Has Just Started!” — Busari Fires Warning as Flamingos Set Sights on...
Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has warned his players against complacency after Nigeria's stunning 3-1 victory over defending champions Korea DPR secured their passage...
Nigeria Crowned African Scrabble Champions as Jimoh Leads All-Nigerian Podium
Nigeria has emerged champions of the 16th African Scrabble Championship in Monrovia, Liberia, after Abdulmumin Jimoh claimed the individual title and the country secured...
Tinubu, Fashola, NESG, Governors, UNESCO, Sports Leaders Headline Day One of National Grassroots Sports...
The stage is being set for a landmark gathering at the Presidential Villa as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, former Lagos State Governor Babatunde Raji...
FC Pro 27 Tournaments to Watch: Key Dates and Players to Follow
FC Pro is back! The new season kicked off last month, letting 1376 players compete for a spot at the FC Pro World Championship....
Giants Brought To Their Knees! Lagos Greenbacks Stun Two-Time Champions Abia Warriors 14–12 In...
The reputation of a two-time champion counted for little on Sunday, October 25, 2026, as Lagos Greenbacks pulled off a sensational 14–12 victory over...
NPFL Matchday 10: Tornadoes Stun Abia Warriors, Nasarawa Sink Enyimba as Ikorodu City, Katsina...
Niger Tornadoes claimed a crucial away victory over Abia Warriors, Nasarawa United continued their impressive run, while Ikorodu City and Katsina United produced dramatic...
History Made! Cross River Ikan Sports Stun Ibom Raptors 31–19 To Break Longstanding Showtime...
Cross River Ikan Sports produced a historic upset in the Showtime Flag Football League Season XV on Sunday, October 25, 2026, defeating Ibom Raptors...
Horns Gore Alphas 38–0 As Adejumo Runs Riot, Prominence Claims MVP Honours In Showtime...
Gateway Horns delivered a ruthless display of attacking precision and defensive authority on Sunday, October 25, 2026, crushing Rivers Alphas 38–0 in their Showtime...
Ruthless Knights Humiliate Panthers 52–0 As Oyerinde Leads Showtime Season XV Demolition
Defending champions Lagos Knights delivered a devastating statement of intent in the Showtime Flag Football League Season XV on Sunday, October 25, 2026, dismantling...
Goal No. 8! Gift Orban Scores, Assists Winner as Amedspor Fight Back to Beat...
Nigerian striker Gift Orban delivered another outstanding attacking performance, scoring from the penalty spot and providing the winning assist as Amedspor came from behind...
Super Falcons Midfielder Suliat Abideen Shines as Fenerbahçe Thrash Haymana Spor 5-0 Ahead of...
Super Falcons midfielder Abideen Suliat Olajumoke delivered an impressive performance as Fenerbahçe Women recorded a commanding 5-0 victory over Haymana Spor Kulubu, strengthening their...
FIFA U15 World Cup: Future Eagles Held by Jordan in Second Straight Draw, Extend...
Nigeria's U15 national team, the Future Eagles, have recorded their second consecutive draw at the inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup and Festival in Baku,...
Alex Iwobi Threatens Kolo Toure’s Record As African Star With Most Matches Played In...
Fulham of England midfielder, Alex Iwobi on Saturday edged closer towards equalling the record of most matches played by an African in the English...
Fikayo Tomori May Leave AC Milan In January, To Avoid Free Transfer Next Summer
AC Milan of Italy appear ready to offload their Nigerian-born centre back, Fikayo Tomori in the January transfer window, rather than allow him leave...
AACT 2026 Consultant Munir Tijjani Relishes Government’s Support Towards Hosting Of Elite Female Golfers...
AACT 2026 Consultant Munir Tijjani Relishes Government's Support Towards Hosting Of Elite Female Golfers In Abuja with the presence of support from the federal...
NWF President Adeniyi Says: ‘Our Wrestlers Have What It Takes To Make Nigeria Proud...
The president of Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi has expressed optimism that the country will clinch many medals at this year's world...
FIRST OF ITS KIND: Nigeria’s Rugby League To Debut With Six Male Clubs, Six...
The long-awaited Nigerian Rugby Premier League will eventually begin in the middle of next month with a tight format involving six men's teams along...
How Flamingos Used ‘African Strength’ To Overcome Korea DPR 3-1 In Crucial U17 Women’s...
The coach of Korea DPR's female cadet squad, Ji Yun-nam has inferred that his team lost 3-1 to Nigeria's Flamingos in Friday's crucial last...
Nigeria’s Athletics Needs Technical Comnittee That Can Respond Promptly To Emerging Issues – Olalekan...
Ahead of next year's athletics season across the African and global circuits, a guru of the sector in Nigeria, Olalekan Soetan has called for...
Nigeria Should Host WAFU-B Competitions In Order To Revive Our Age-grade National Teams –...
As views keep emerging from left, right and centre regarding a much-desired revival of Nigeria's age-grade national teams, a suggestion has come for the...
Enugu Rangers Will Keep Building, We Have Not Lost Our Way – Amobi Ezeaku
Enugu Rangers FC's general manager/CEO, Amobi Ezeaku has come out with reassuring words after the club’s ouster from the CAF Champions League, saying that...
DOUBLE NIGERIAN NIGHTMARE: Daniel Dubois Ready For ‘Early Fight’ With Moses Itauma
Nigerian-born World Boxing Organisation (WBO) heavyweight champion, Daniel 'Dynamite' Dubois says he's ready to face his compatriot, Moses Itauma any time soon, now that...
Champions In Danger, Revenge In The Air: Showtime Flag Football League’s Gameweek 5 Threatens...
The battle for supremacy in Nigerian flag football is gathering momentum, and Lagos is preparing for another electrifying Sunday as the Showtime Flag Football...
Injury Heartbreak for Aruna Quadri! Nigerian Star Retires Against Egypt’s Elbeiali in ITTF Africa...
Nigeria's table tennis star Aruna Quadri suffered a heartbreaking exit from the 2026 ITTF Africa Senior Championships in Tangier, Morocco, after an injury forced...
22 Goals and Counting! Super Falcons Forward Blessing Okpe Scores Again as Dnepr Mogilev...
Super Falcons forward Blessing Okpe continued her remarkable goalscoring form in Belarus, netting her 22nd goal of the season as Dnepr Mogilev secured an...
