Young Elephants Roar Back: Côte d’Ivoire U20 Defeat Flying Eagles 2-0 To Avenge First-Leg Loss
Côte d'Ivoire U20 responded emphatically to their first-leg defeat by securing a commanding 2-0 victory over Nigeria U20 in the second leg of their international friendly at the Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny. Read Also: Former Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shuaibu Visits NSC, Strengthens Push For Sports Development After suffering a 2-0 loss to the Flying Eagles in the opening match, the...
Former Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shuaibu Visits NSC, Strengthens Push For Sports Development
The National Sports Commission (NSC) welcomed a distinguished guest on February 27, 2025, as former Edo State Deputy Governor, H.E. Comrade Philip Shuaibu, paid a working visit to the Commission’s offices. Read Also: Liv.Ing Launch: Redefining Living Through Connectivity And Access To The Essentials Of Life Hosted by NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, the meeting underscored a shared commitment to advancing...
Nigeria Inaugurates E-Sports Federation To Boost Digital Sports Industry
In a landmark move for Nigeria’s sports industry, the National Sports Commission (NSC) on Friday inaugurated the board of the E-Sports Federation of Nigeria at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. Read Also: NSC DG Bukola Olopade Hails Kunle Soname For Contributions To Nigerian Sports During the ceremony, NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko emphasized that the newly formed federation aims to position...
NSC DG Bukola Olopade Hails Kunle Soname For Contributions To Nigerian Sports
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has commended renowned entrepreneur and sports investor, Hon. Kunle Soname, for his significant role in advancing sports development in Nigeria. Read Also: 2025 Basketball Africa League Season To Feature Record Six New Teams Hon. Olopade made these remarks on Thursday after welcoming Soname to the Moshood Abiola National Stadium,...
2025 Basketball Africa League Season To Feature Record Six New Teams
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) (www.BAL.NBA.com) today announced the 12 teams and game schedule (https://apo-opa.co/43iFBgS) for the opening leg of the league’s milestone fifth season, which will tip off with the Kalahari Conference group phase from Saturday, April 5 – Sunday April 13 at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex in Rabat, Morocco. Read Also: Amaju Pinnick Dismisses FIFA Council...
Amaju Pinnick Dismisses FIFA Council Re-Election Bid As ‘Not A Do-Or-Die Affair’
FIFA Council member and former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president, Amaju Pinnick, has emphasized that his bid for a second term in the world football governing body is not a "do-or-die affair." With the Confederation of African Football (CAF) elections set to take place in Cairo, Egypt, in just 12 days, 10 candidates—including Pinnick—are vying for five available slots to...
NPFL Partners With Hungarian Universities To Empower Players Through Education
The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) has reaffirmed its commitment to the holistic development of players by promoting a balance between sports and education. NPFL Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, has been actively working to create opportunities that ensure footballers have a future beyond their playing careers. Read Also: NFF Intensifies Investigation Into Mysterious Death Of Former U20 Star Abubakar Lawal In...
D’Tigers Hold Firm At 42nd In FIBA Rankings After Strong Afrobasket Qualifiers
Nigeria’s D’Tigers have retained their 42nd position in the latest FIBA world rankings following an outstanding performance in the second window of the 2025 Afrobasket Championship qualifiers. Read Also: Nigeria Inaugurates E-Sports Federation To Boost Digital Sports Industry Despite a shaky start in the first window, the team bounced back in dominant fashion, winning all their games to secure a spot...
NFF Intensifies Investigation Into Mysterious Death Of Former U20 Star Abubakar Lawal In Uganda
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has ramped up efforts to uncover the truth behind the tragic death of former Nigeria U20 player, Abubakar Lawal, in Uganda. Lawal passed away on Monday under unclear circumstances. Initial reports suggested he was involved in a motorbike accident, later changed to a car crash. Read Also: Nigeria’s Sporting Renaissance: How NSC’s Leadership Is Driving A...
Nigeria’s Sporting Renaissance: How NSC’s Leadership Is Driving A New Era Of Global Success
Nigeria’s sporting landscape is witnessing a remarkable transformation, with athletes making history across multiple disciplines. Under the dynamic leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Nigerian sports are no longer just about participation—they are about domination. Read Also: NTA, NSC Forge Alliance To Revolutionize Sports Broadcasting In Nigeria The latest milestone comes from table tennis, where Aruna Quadri and Fatima Bello have...
