Meet Comfort James: Seven-Time National 800m Champion, Nigeria Customs Officer
Nigeria's athletics scene is filled with remarkable talents, but few stories embody resilience, consistency, and quiet excellence like that of Comfort James.
While many athletes...
Flying Eagles Coach Abdu Maikaba Concludes Screening, Trims Camp to 30 Players Ahead of...
Flying Eagles Head Coach Abdu Maikaba has concluded the team's screening exercise and is now focusing on building a formidable squad ahead of the...
Nigeria Athletics Is Back to Its Glorious Days, Says Former Jumper Olu Sule at...
Coach Olu Sule believes Nigerian athletics is experiencing a golden era once again and perhaps an even greater one than ever before.
As athletes lit...
Commonwealth Games Trials: Ben Aghazu Excellence Award Adds Spice, Bite as Home Athletes Reach...
The 2026 Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) Commonwealth Games Trials in Lagos were not only about securing national titles and Commonwealth Games spots.
For a...
NPFL: Ranchers Bees Make Bold Statement as Umar Sadiq’s Club Appoints Usman Abdallah, Intensifies...
Before a ball is kicked in the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League season, one club is already making a loud statement.
After ending an 18-year...
Nigeria Weightlifting Federation Technical Director Provides Details Of Pre-Commonwealth Games Training Camp
The technical director of Nigeria Weightlifting Federation (NWF), Sefiya Onubaye has provided details of the daily routine and training regimen the country’s competitors are...
Yucateco Boxing Promotions’ CEO Omonlei Imadu Aims To Make South-West Hub For Pugilism In...
The chief executive officer of Yucateco Boxing Promotions, Honourable Omonlei Imadu has disclosed that his biggest aspiration is to make Nigeria’s south-west zone the...
Oba Femi Hit With Another Scary Conspiracy Warning Ahead Of WWE’s ‘King Of The...
Nigerian professional wrestler, Isaac Odugbesan (Oba Femi) has received a scary warning about a conspiracy that might erupt against him when he goes out...
Maro Itoje Replaced As England’s Captain For Rugby Fixtures Against South Africa, Fiji, Argentina
Nigerian-born rugby star, Maro Itoje has been replaced as England’s captain for their upcoming Nations Championship fixtures against South Africa, Fiji, and Argentina, following...
‘Give Eric Chelle Time’ — James Peters Backs New Deal But Sends NFF Strong...
Former Super Eagles head coach James Peters has backed the decision to retain Eric Chelle as Nigeria's head coach, but has warned the Nigeria...
USA-based 200m Sprinter Udodi Onwuzurike To Carry Nigeria’s Flag At Boris Hanžeković Memorial In...
United States-based Udodi Chudi Onwuzurike, who specialises in the men’s 200m, will carry Nigeria’s flag aloft this weekend at the World Athletics Continental Tour...
Lagos Reaffirms Commitment to Sports Development at Zen Archery International Open Finals, as Cote...
The Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment to creating an enabling environment for all sports to flourish, describing sports as a vital tool...
Lagos Sports Trust Fund Targets September for Major Facility Upgrades Ahead of National Games
The Lagos State Sports Trust Fund (LSSTF) has commenced the renovation of key sports facilities at the historic Mobolaji Johnson Sports Complex as part...
Dynamic Athletics CEO Olabanji Ayegbusi Reflects on Choosing Purpose Over Profit
Chief Executive Officer of Dynamic Athletics, Olabanji Ayegbusi, has shared a personal story about rediscovering his passion for athletics after briefly stepping away to...
‘The Future Is Bright’ — Itiako Ikpokpo Delivers Verdict On Nigeria’s Commonwealth Games Trials
Chairman of the Delta State Athletics Association, Itiako Malik Ikpokpo, has described the impressive turnout at the 2026 Commonwealth Games Trials in Lagos as...
‘We’re Building For 2030’ — Shehu Dikko Explains Eric Chelle’s Expanded Super Eagles Role
Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, has revealed that Nigeria has begun implementing a long-term football strategy centred around Super Eagles head...
‘The World Still Expects Nigeria’ — Gbenga Okunowo Laments Super Eagles’ Painful World Cup...
Former Nigeria international Gbenga Okunowo has admitted that the Super Eagles' absence from the FIFA World Cup continues to leave a huge void, insisting...
‘Eric Chelle Has Brought Stability’ — Oshaniwa Urges Nigerians To Back Super Eagles Coach
Former Super Eagles defender Juwon Oshaniwa has thrown his weight behind the reported contract extension of Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, insisting the...
‘It’s Too Much For One Coach’ — Femi Ajilore Questions Eric Chelle’s Expanded Role
Former Olympic Eagles and Super Eagles midfielder Femi Ajilore has questioned the decision to hand Eric Chelle the responsibility of managing both Nigeria's senior...
‘The Trials Exceeded Expectations’ — AFN Vice President Zurmi Delivers Team Nigeria Verdict
First Vice President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, Abubakar Ladan Zurmi, has praised the quality of performances at the 2026 Commonwealth Games Trials,...
‘Eric Chelle Is Taking Nigeria In The Right Direction’ — Austel Elumelu Backs Super...
Former member of the Technical Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation, Austel Elumelu, has welcomed the reported contract extension of Super Eagles head coach...
‘We’re Not Going To Morocco To Make Up The Numbers’ — Malawi Coach Sends...
Head coach of the Malawi women's national team, Lovemore Fazili, has warned rivals not to underestimate the Scorchers ahead of the 2026 Women's Africa...
The Reformer at Work: Bukola Olopade’s Blueprint for a New Nigerian Sport
While victories are celebrated on the field, the foundations of sporting success are laid in boardrooms, policy meetings, and countless hours of strategic planning....
Tom Dele-Bashiru Set for Greek Move as Aris Thessaloniki Reach Agreement with Watford
Nigerian midfielder Tom Dele-Bashiru is closing in on a permanent move to Greek Super League side Aris Thessaloniki after the club reached a full...
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru Set for Fresh Start Under Gennaro Gattuso at Lazio
Nigeria international Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is preparing for a new chapter in his Serie A career after Lazio appointed Gennaro Gattuso as the club’s head...
SSA Adeboye Commends NSC, NFF Reforms, Says Renewed Hope Agenda Is Repositioning Nigerian Football
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has lauded the landmark resolutions reached at the high-level...
Ranchers Bees Sign Midfielder Marvelous Eronmose Ahead of NPFL Return
Ranchers Bees FC have strengthened their squad ahead of the new Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season with the signing of defensive midfielder Marvelous...
Jamal Musiala Ranks Highest In Survey Of Nigerian-born 2026 World Cup Dazzlers Who Dumped...
Bayern Munich of Germany dazzler, Jamal Musial has been ranked highest in a survey of Nigerian-born players shining at this year’s FIFA World Cup...
NBA Star Giannis Antetokounmpo Seals Transfer To Join Bam Adebayo At Miami Heat In...
Greece international with Nigerian roots NBA star, Giannis Antetokounmpo has finally sealed a huge transfer that takes him from Milwaukee Bucks to join Bam...
National Sports Commission Charts Early ‘Strategic’ Course With NFF Towards 2030 FIFA World Cup
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has set in motion an early 'strategic' course of action to ensure that the Super Eagles qualify for the...
Why NFF Handed Eric Chelle Olympic Eagles’ Mandate As Part Of Agreement In New,...
An explanation has emerged about why Super Eagles' coach, Eric Sekou Chelle got an additional mandate to handle Nigeria's under-23 national team as part...
Christopher Danjuma Urges Nasarawa Amazons to Stay Focused Ahead of President Federation Cup Semi-Final
Head Coach of Nasarawa Amazons, Christopher Danjuma, has called on his players to remain focused, disciplined, and united as they prepare for their crucial...
Kunle Soname Rewards Victor Mboama with Brand-New Car After Joint Top Scorer Finish
Remo Stars Sporting Club President, Mr. Kunle Soname, has rewarded striker Victor Mboama with a brand-new car after the forward finished the 2025/26 Nigeria...
NSC- NFF Approve ₦2 Million Minimum Salary for NPFL Players, Unveils Major Football Reforms
The National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) have announced a series of sweeping reforms aimed at transforming Nigerian football, including...
30 Days to Glasgow 2026: Our Weightlifters Are in High Spirits, Sharp and Evolving...
With just 30 days remaining until the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, President of the Nigeria Weightlifting Federation (NWF), Dr. Ibrahim Alade Abdul,...
Kingsley Ibeh Ready to Continue the Ibeabuchi Legacy, Calls Out Daniel Dubois After Statement...
Nigerian-born heavyweight boxer Kingsley Ibeh believes the famous fighting legacy of the Ibeabuchi family is far from over.
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Nigeria's U-17 women's national team, the Flamingos, delivered another commanding performance on Monday, crushing RoyalToms Queens 11-0 in a friendly match at the Remo...
World Number 514 Esther Adeshina Two Wins Away from Wimbledon Main Draw After Career-Best...
British-Nigerian tennis player Esther Adeshina moved within two victories of securing a place in the Wimbledon main draw after producing the biggest win of...
Showtime Bowl XIV: The Stage Is Set!’ Anyaorah Lotanna Eyes History As Bello Anuoluwapo...
The countdown to the biggest game in Nigerian flag football has entered its final stretch. With just five days to go until Showtime Bowl...
Grassrunners FC Starlet Angelo Agbejoye Signs First Professional Contract with Swedish Club Djurgårdens IF
Promising Nigerian youngster Angelo Agbejoye has taken a significant step in his football career after signing his first professional contract with Swedish top-flight club...
Favour Ashe Blazes to 9.93s, Crowned Nigeria’s Fastest Man at AFN Commonwealth Games Trials
Sprint sensation Favour Ashe delivered a career-defining performance on Tuesday at the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) Commonwealth Games Trials in Lagos.
Favour Ashe stormed...
Ashley Plumptre Distances Herself from Viral WAFCON Omission Claims, Warns Against Fake Accounts
Super Falcons defender Ashley Plumptre has strongly denied reports circulating on social media suggesting she expressed frustration over being left out of Nigeria’s squad...
Africa Must Invest Or Be Left Behind’ — CAF President Motsepe Issues World Cup...
President of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, has called for greater investment in youth football, coaching and player development following the performances...
‘Super Eagles Would Have Done Better’ — Gernot Rohr Rates Africa’s World Cup Performances
Former Super Eagles head coach Gernot Rohr believes Nigeria's absence has been felt at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the Super Eagles would...
‘Cape Verde Have Won My Heart’ — Sunday Oliseh Names Africa’s Biggest World Cup...
Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has singled out Cape Verde national football team as Africa's biggest revelation at the ongoing FIFA World Cup,...
‘Stop Blaming Finidi’ — Sam Sodje Points Finger At NFF Over World Cup Failure
Former Super Eagles defender Sam Sodje has leapt to the defence of former Nigeria head coach Finidi George, insisting the country's failure to qualify...
Cricket: ‘We Refused To Give Up!’ — Favour Eseigbe Hails Yellow Greens After Bronze...
Captain of Nigeria's women's cricket team, Favour Eseigbe, has hailed the fighting spirit of the Female Yellow Greens after they bounced back to defeat...
Cricket: ‘This Is Brazil’s Greatest Moment’ — Captain Camila Nascimento Finds Positives Despite Defeat
Captain of Brazil's women's cricket team, Camila Nascimento, has hailed her players' fighting spirit despite their narrow defeat to Nigeria in the bronze-medal match...
‘Nigerian Football Will Keep Suffering!’ — Harrison Jalla Demands Major NFF Overhaul
Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria, Harrison Jalla, has launched a scathing assessment of Nigerian football, warning...
‘Players Must Come First’ — Samuel Okpodu Tells NFF How To Avoid Another World...
Former Nigeria international Samuel Okpodu has urged the Nigeria Football Federation to learn from the country's failure to qualify for back-to-back FIFA World Cups,...
