D’Tigress Make Olympic History: Minister Enoh Celebrates Nigeria’s Quarterfinal Triumph
The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, extends his heartfelt congratulations to the Nigerian female basketball team, D’Tigress, for their remarkable achievement at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Read Also: Sports Minister Says Ofili Deserves 200m Victory, Cheers D’tigress, Others, Competing on Sunday In an extraordinary display of tenacity and resilience, D’Tigress made history by reaching the quarterfinals of...
D’Tigress Break Barriers As First African Team To Reach Olympic Quarter-Finals
In a historic feat at the Women's Olympic Basketball Tournament in Paris 2024, Nigeria’s D'Tigress have shattered barriers, becoming the first African team to advance beyond the group phase. Read Also: Nigerian Boxing Champions Face Unexpected Delay In International Contest Amidst Paris 2024 Olympics Their landmark 79-70 victory over Canada not only secured their spot in the last eight but also...
Sports Minister Says Ofili Deserves 200m Victory, Cheers D’tigress, Others, Competing on Sunday
Nigeria's Favour Ofili has qualified for the semifinals of the women's 200m event at the Paris Olympics, showcasing a strong performance in heat 6 with a winning time of 22.24 seconds on Sunday morning. Read Also: Anticipation Peaks As 1XCup 2024 Kicks Off In Lagos Ofili triumphed over Great Britain's Dina Asher-Smith, who finished second in 22.28 seconds, and Gina Bass-Bittaye,...
Nigerian-Born Athlete, Echikunwoke Qualifies for USA In Olympic Hammer Throw Final
Annette Echikunwoke, originally from Nigeria, has qualified for the Women's Hammer Throw final representing the United States after a stellar performance in the preliminary round on Sunday. Read Also: Paris 2024: Ofili Favour For Medal Glory, Shines in 200m Heats Competing in Group A, Annette's throw reached an impressive 73.52 meters, surpassing the automatic qualification standard of 73.00 meters. This mark...
Anticipation Peaks As 1XCup 2024 Kicks Off In Lagos
The pitch is at its highest decibels, and the pace is at its fastest. In the next 24 hours, football fans, enthusiasts, and stakeholders are eagerly anticipating the commencement of the 1XCup 2024 in Lagos. Read: Victor Osimhen Excluded From Napoli’s Friendly as Transfer Speculations Intensify Amidst Lukaku Interest The real battle for the eye-popping N20m prize money begins Monday, promising...
Paris 2024: Ofili Favour For Medal Glory, Shines in 200m Heats
In a stunning display of speed and resilience, Nigeria's Favour Ofili has qualified for the semifinals of the women's 200m event at the La Chapelle Arena in Paris. The 21-year-old athlete clocked an impressive 22.24 seconds to win Heat 6, edging out Great Britain's Dina Asher-Smith, who finished in 22.28 seconds, and Gina Bass-Bittaye, who came in third with...
Victor Osimhen Excluded From Napoli’s Friendly As Transfer Speculations Intensify Amidst Lukaku Interest
Napoli's decision not to call up Victor Osimhen for their friendly match against Girona has further fueled speculation about the Nigerian striker's future at the club. Read Also: D’Tigress Make Olympic History: Minister Enoh Celebrates Nigeria’s Quarterfinal Triumph Reports suggest that both Napoli and Osimhen’s representatives are actively seeking a resolution that would see him leave the club this summer. This development...
Nigerian Boxing Champions Face Unexpected Delay In International Contest Amidst Paris 2024 Olympics
Nigerian boxing stars Tunde Segun "War" Adeyemi and Ayisat Oriyomi were set to showcase their skills on an international stage this Saturday, August 3rd, in France. Read Also: Victor Osimhen Excluded From Napoli’s Friendly As Transfer Speculations Intensify Amidst Lukaku Interest Scheduled to take on French opponents Bakare Diallo and Clothilde Del Ben respectively, the highly anticipated event at Stade Coubertin...
Paris 2024: Cyclist Begs Nigerians For Support As Cycling Makes First Ever Olympics’ Appearance For Nigeria
Cycling will be making its first ever appearance as an Olympics sports for Nigeria at the Paris 2024 Olympics courtesy, sports247.ng Ese Ukpeseraye, who will be debuting in the event for Nigeria on Sunday, is asking Nigerians for their support as she confirmed her readiness for the events. The 25 year old qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics...
BBNaija 2024 Day 7: Sporting Rivals Face Off in the Arena
Welcome, sports fans, to another thrilling update from Big Brother Naija Season 9! This year's contestants are bringing the heat, and the competitive spirit is running high. Read Also: Paris 2024: Ofili Favour For Medal Glory, Shines in 200m Heats With contestants facing off in physical and mental challenges, it's a week that sports enthusiasts won't want to miss. Let's dive...
