Aruna Quadri Chases 800K Dollars To WTT Champions Chongqing 2025
Quadri Aruna of Nigeria, are among the top 32 players in the world set to compete for glory at the $800,000 prize money WTT Champions Chongqing 2025 in China, Sports247 reports. The tournament also features the 2025 ITTF Africa Cup champion, Omar Assar of Egypt, as well as Africa's top female players, Hana Goda and Dina Meshref of Egypt, who...
Aruna Quadri Receives Stern Warning, As ITTF President Petra Sorling Declares: Beware Of Young Players
Nigerian table tennis icon, Quadri Aruna has received a stern warning that his dominance of the sport in Africa is facing a stiff threat from several fast-rising young players from all across the continent. Sports247 reports that the wake-up call came from the president of International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), Petra Sorling, who noted that the recent African championship in...
NPFL 2024/2025: Five Things To Know On Matchday 28 In The NPFL
The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL Matchday 28 threw some interesting outcomes and we present to you the summary therein in this week's edition of five things to know in the NPFL. Ikorodu City Mounts Continental Challenge Ikorodu City FC are having a historic first season in the NPFL. A 1-0 win away to Lobi Stars kept all doubters mute over the...
Alice Ogebe Strikes Again as FC Masar Extend Lead in Egyptian Women’s Premier League
Nigeria’s Alice Ogebe continued her impressive goal-scoring form for Egyptian Women's Premier League champions, FC Masar, netting in consecutive matches. Ogebe played a crucial role in her team’s 2-0 victory over ZED FC on Friday, scoring the decisive goal after Hala Abdel Sammad opened the scoring for the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League bronze medalists. The former Rivers Angels and Edo...
Chioma Olise Delighted as Trabzonspor Women Secure 2-0 Win Over Besiktas
Super Falcons and Trabzonspor Women midfielder Chioma Olise expressed her joy after her team claimed a 2-0 victory over Besiktas Women in Round 19 of the Turkish Women’s Football League on Sunday. Trabzonspor broke the deadlock in the second half, with Khabibulleva scoring in the 56th minute and Msewa sealing the win in the 87th minute, earning a crucial three...
Ahmed Musa Honored with Abdul Momoh Ambassadorial Award, Returns to Super Eagles Squad
Super Eagles and Kano Pillars captain, Ahmed Musa, has been recognized with the prestigious Abdul Momoh Ambassadorial Award for his significant contributions to photography development in Nigeria. The award, presented by CAF-accredited photojournalist Abdul Momoh, was given to Musa on Saturday ahead of Kano Pillars' NPFL Matchday 28 fixture against Kwara United in Ilorin. It acknowledges his continuous support for...
Sadiq Umar Fires Valencia to Victory Over Real Valladolid
Valencia secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Real Valladolid, with Nigerian striker Sadiq Umar once again proving to be the difference-maker. Umar netted the decisive goal, continuing his impressive run of form in La Liga. The match at the Mestalla saw Valencia take an early lead, but Valladolid fought back to equalize, setting the stage for a tense finish. However,...
Akwa Ibom Prepares for Niger Delta Sports Festival Trials with Strategic Arrangements
With the Niger Delta Sports Festival Trials fast approaching, the Akwa Ibom State Liaison Committee has intensified efforts to ensure a smooth screening and elimination process, set to begin on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. Chaired by the Commissioner for Sports, Elder Paul Bassey, the committee held a crucial meeting to finalize arrangements, emphasizing strict adherence to selection rules. “We must ensure...
Flamingos Secure Crucial Away Win Over South Africa, Coach Olowookere Cautions Ahead of Return Leg
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team head coach, Bankole Olowookere, has issued a strong caution to his players as they prepare for the decisive second leg of the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. On Saturday, the Flamingos claimed a vital 3-1 victory over South Africa’s Bantwana at the Lucas ‘Masterpieces’ Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, taking a significant step toward...
Nigerian Youngster Saleh Haruna Joins PAOK FC on Long-Term Deal
Nigerian full-back, Saleh Haruna, has secured a move to Greek club PAOK FC Thessaloniki on a one-and-a-half-year contract, with an option to extend for an additional year. The talented left-back caught the eye of foreign scouts during the Unique Football Academy Scouting Program at Onikan Stadium, Lagos, in November 2023. His impressive individual performances earned him a spot on the...
