Golden Eaglets’ Trip To China Revives Memories Of Nigeria’s Historic FIFA U16 World Cup...
Nigeria’s new look under-17 national team, Golden Eaglets' flight to China on Thursday night is bound to revive memories of how the country’s pioneer...
Michaela Onyenwere Hits 30 Points To Help Washington Mystics Defeat Portland Fire 124-123 In...
Washington Mystics of USA's Nigerian-born women's basketball sensation, Michaela Onyenwere notched 30 points in an epic performance, as her side made history in a...
JOF U-13 Cup Receives Encomiums From Former Commissioner For Justice In Lagos State Moyosore...
A former commissioner for justice and ex-attorney-general of Lagos State, Moyosore Onigbanjo has showered encomiums on organisers of the annual JOF U-13 Cup for...
Moses Itauma Tipped To Fight For One Of Three World Boxing Belts Vacated By...
Fast-rising Nigerian-born heavyweight boxer, Moses Itauma is bound to get an early shot at a major world title, as he has been tipped to...
Sports Ecosystem Depends On Visibility, Structure, Partnerships, Athlete Protection, Talent – Oru Leonard Oru
The chairman of Abuja Transport & Aviation Correspondents Association (ATACA), Oru Leonard Oru has opined that a successful and effective implementation of sports as...
Nigerian Basketball Stakeholders Heave Sigh of Relief After D’Tigers Defeat Tunisia 84-81 In Luanda
Nigerian basketball stakeholders heaved a sigh of relief relief and went into a raucous celebration on Thursday evening, following the men's national team, D'Tigers'...
Customs Service Sports Secretary Samuel Onikeku Reveals Secrets Of Team’s Dominance In Volleyball Premier...
The sports secretary of Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Samuel Onikeku has revealed secrets behind the successful outings by the agency’s male and female teams...
Women In Government, Private Sector Can Join Hands To Uplift Girl Child – Kehinde...
Highly accomplished Nigerian female boxer, Kehinde Joy Obareh has sent out a clarion call that women in government and the private sector should play...
Benedict Oyetayo Confesses: I Can Run 100m Very Well, But I Prefer Playing Football
A senior secondary two (SS2) student at Distinction Gate College (DGC), Ikotun, Lagos, Benedict Ifeoluwa Oyetayo has come out with a startling confession that...
Honest Ahanor Will Not Leave Atalanta Of Italy For Any Summer Transfer Offer That...
Atalanta of Italy defender, Honest Ahanor has been hit with startling information that the Serie A outfit will not allow him take up any...
Flamingos in Bullish Mood Ahead of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualifier Against Benin...
Nigeria's U-17 women's national team, the Flamingos, are brimming with confidence as they prepare to host neighbours Benin Republic in the first leg of...
FIFA World Cup 2026: African Hopes Rest on Ghana, Algeria, Egypt and Cape Verde...
Africa's quest to extend its historic run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup now rests on the shoulders of Ghana, Algeria, Egypt and Cape...
“Nigerian Clubs Must Build Sustainable Revenue Beyond Matchdays”- Yisa Jamiu Reveals
As debates continue over the financial sustainability of Nigerian football, sports enthusiast Yisa Jamiu has identified the inability of clubs to generate consistent revenue...
FIFA World Cup: Godwin Okpara Makes Bold Claim After Africa’s Historic World Cup Performance
Former Super Eagles defender Godwin Okpara believes African football has reached another significant milestone after the continent's impressive showing at the ongoing FIFA World...
FIFA World Cup: Gernot Rohr Names African Team Ready To Shock The World
Former Super Eagles head coach Gernot Rohr has tipped Morocco to emerge as Africa's standout nation at the ongoing FIFA World Cup, insisting the...
FIFA World Cup: Yannick Bolasie Reacts To DR Congo’s England Exit With Emotional Message
Former DR Congo international Yannick Bolasie has paid tribute to the Leopards following their elimination from the FIFA World Cup, describing the team's performance...
Nigerian Newspaper Sports Headlines for Thursday, July 2, 2026
From passionate fans gathering at newspaper stands every morning to catch up on the biggest stories to lively discussions in viewing centers across the...
Para Powerlifting: New President Kingsley Awodi Unveils Bold Agenda After Election Victory
Newly elected President of the Para Powerlifting Federation of Nigeria (PPFN), Kingsley Awodi, has unveiled an ambitious vision for the future of the sport...
D’Tigers: David Fizdale Reveals Winning Formula Ahead Of Crucial World Cup Qualifiers
Nigeria's senior men's basketball team, D'Tigers, will approach the upcoming 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers with renewed intensity and determination, according to...
NFF Elections: Olopade Breaks Silence On September Congress, Reveals NSC’s Next Move
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has broken his silence on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) elective congress, revealing...
‘Missing The World Cup Still Hurts’ — Alloy Agu Backs Nigeria To Bounce Back
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Alloy Agu has described Nigeria's failure to qualify for the FIFA World Cup as one of the most painful moments...
‘Eric Chelle Should Not Coach Two National Teams’ — Friday Ekpo Opposes Dual Role
Former Nigeria international Friday Ekpo has opposed the proposal for Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle to also take charge of Nigeria's U-23 national...
‘Eric Chelle Must Receive Full Support’ — Okunowo Backs NFF Contract Extension
Former Nigeria international Gbenga Okunowo has welcomed the Nigeria Football Federation's decision to extend Eric Chelle's contract as Super Eagles head coach, urging the...
“Talent Is Not the Problem” – Anthony Sunday Samuel Identifies Africa’s Biggest World Cup...
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has once again produced heartbreaking moments for African football. Four representatives from the continent have suffered late collapses against...
Dynamic Athletics Championship Founder Olabanji Ayegbusi Seeks Total Support, Says ‘It Belongs To Everyone’
The founder and organiser of Dynamic Athletics Meet, Olabanji Ayegbusi has issued a clarion call for total support from all track and field stakeholders...
De Lad Boxing Promotions Remains Committed To Providing Opportunities For Young Nigerians – Alhaji...
The chairman and chief executive officer of De Lad Boxing Promotions, Alhaji Waheed Alabi has declared that his outfit remains committed to providing opportunities...
NIS Partners With NECA Towards Addressing Youth Unemployment, Building Workforce For Modern Economy
The National Institute for Sports (NIS) has taken another step towards ensuring it contributes to the task of addressing youth unemployment issues in Nigeria...
Super Eagles: ‘Eric Chelle Should Oversee, Not Coach U-23 Team’ — Elumelu Opposes Dual...
Former member of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Technical Committee, Barrister Austel Elumelu, has opposed plans for Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle to...
“Sponsorship Can Eliminate 80% of Financial Challenges Facing Nigerian Clubs”- Tomiwa Lawal Reveals
Nigerian sports branding and marketing expert Tomiwa Lawal has maintained that sponsorship remains the most effective solution to the financial struggles facing football clubs...
Nigeria Football Federation: ‘FIFA Forward Project Will Transform Nigerian Football’ — Ned Nwoko Commends...
Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Sports Development, Senator Ned Nwoko, has applauded the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for the progress made on...
Super Eagles: ‘Missing The World Cup Hurt Us The Most’ — Akor Adams Responds...
Adams has dismissed claims that Nigeria's players are indifferent to the country's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the disappointment...
Premier League: ‘Nottingham Forest Can Finish In The Top Four’ — Ola Aina Targets...
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has expressed confidence that Nottingham Forest can secure a top-four finish in the Premier League and qualify for the...
Hockey: ‘Nigerian Clubs Need More International Exposure’ — Berhman Urges Foreign Tours
Federation of International Hockey (FIH) instructor Michael Berhman has called on the Nigeria Hockey Federation (NHF) to create more opportunities for domestic clubs to...
FIFA World Cup: ‘Africa’s Progress Is Clear For Everyone To See’ — Duke Udi...
Former Nigeria international Duke Udi has hailed the outstanding performances of African nations at the ongoing FIFA World Cup, describing the continent's success as...
NVBF’s Technical Committee Chairman Tunde Omisore Predicts Nigeria’s Qualification For African Volleyball Nations Cup
The technical committee chairman of Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Prince Tunde Omisore has predicted that the country’s national team will excel at the forthcoming...
Super Eagles: ‘Eric Chelle Should Focus On One Job’ — Efetobore Sodje Backs Contract...
Former Super Eagles defender Efetobore Sodje has welcomed the Nigeria Football Federation's decision to extend Eric Chelle's contract as head coach of the Super...
Super Eagles: ‘Nwabali Must Return To Regular Football’ — Shorunmu Advises Goalkeeper
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Ike Shorunmu has advised Stanley Nwabali to use the current transfer window to secure a new club and return to...
Basketball: ‘Home-Based Players Deserve More Opportunities’ — Victor Koko Questions D’Tigers Selection
Rivers Hoopers captain and former D'Tigers player Victor Anthony Koko has questioned the limited number of home-based players included in Nigeria's squad for the...
Abubakar, Ogunjobi Headline List of Champions at 6th DAVNOTCH National Open Tennis Championship
The curtains have officially fallen on the 6th DAVNOTCH National Open Tennis Championship, with a new crop of champions emerging after days of intense...
Eniola Bolaji Gets Promise Of Three Month Overseas Training Tour From Badminton Federation Boss...
Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) is set to arrange a three-month training programme abroad for the country’s leading physically challenged player, Eniola Bolaji, who...
Nigerian Newspaper Sports Headlines For Wednesday, July 1, 2026
From passionate fans gathering at newspaper stands every morning to catch up on the biggest stories to lively discussions in viewing centres across the...
Champions Beyond Limits: Alex, Usoh Triumph at DAVNOTCH National Open
The 6th DAVNOTCH National Open Tennis Championship once again showcased the inclusive spirit and growing strength of Nigerian tennis, with Adewale Alex and Andrea...
Osamu Idehen, Adesinmi Olaniyan Crowned Champions at 2nd DavNotch Juniors National Open
Nigeria's next generation of tennis stars took centre stage at the just-concluded second edition of the DavNotch Juniors National Open Tennis Championship, held at...
John Oyebode’s US Grand Smash Journey Ends in Qualifiers, but Nigerian-Italian Star Eyes Bigger...
Nigerian-Italian table tennis star John Oyebode saw his campaign at the 2026 US Grand Smash come to an end after suffering defeat to China's...
Nigerian Defender Bonaventure Lendambi Seals Permanent Move to Swedish Side Västerås SK
Grassrunners FC export, Bonaventure Lendambi, has completed a permanent transfer to Swedish club Västerås SK Fotboll, signing a long-term contract that will keep him...
Oluwatimilehin Doko Leads Seven Nigerian Automatic Qualifiers For 16th Africa Scrabble Championship
Reigning continental champion, Oluwatimilehin Doko has been cited atop a list of seven Nigerian automatic qualifiers for the 16th Africa Scrabble Championship (ASC), scheduled...
D’Tigers Belong Among Africa’s Basketball Elite, Olopade Affirms Ahead Of FIBA World Cup Qualifiers...
Director general of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade has come out with an affirmation that the country’s men’s basketball national team,...
Bukayo Saka Surprisingly Identified As England’s Major Weakness, Ahead Of World Cup Clash With...
Arsenal winger, Bukayo Saka has surprisingly been identified as a ‘major weakness’ for England’s national team, heading into Wednesday's round of 32 clash with...
Super Eagles’ Loss To DR Congo Cited Among Reasons Why England Must Fear Leopards...
The Super Eagles’ loss to Democratic Republic of Congo has been cited as a major reason why England must be wary of The Leopards...
Nigerian-born Antonio Nusa Gains Global Limelight After Scoring For Norway Against Cote d’Ivoire
RB Leipzig of Germany’s Nigerian-born winger, Antonio Eromonsele Nordby Nusa popped into global limelight on Monday night, following his stunning goal for Norway in...
