DE-LAD’S BOXING PROMOTIONS FALL-OUT: Emmanuel Abimbola Targets Professional Ranks After 2028 Olympic Games
One of the youngsters who lit up the recent 8th De-Lad's Boxing Promotions contests, Emmanuel Abimbola has disclosed that he is already focusing on becoming a professional boxer, but wants to first be part of the Olympic Games. Read Also: Sultan Adekoya Eyes 2028 Olympics Gold, After Winning De-Lad’s Boxing Title Although he is not one of three Nigerian boxers who...
Ultimate Scrabble Showdown: West African Champions to Clash in Lagos
Scrabble enthusiasts are in for a treat as Lagos hosts the inaugural Ultimate Scrabble Showdown (USS), set to take place from July 19 to 21, 2024. Read Also: Sultan Adekoya Eyes 2028 Olympics Gold, After Winning De-Lad’s Boxing Title This groundbreaking event will feature a historic face-off between Africa's finest wordsmiths: the reigning African champion, Enoch Nwali, and West African champion,...
Amapro 2024: NPFL, NNL All Stars kiss canvas as Dickalo put AMAPRO SSA to the sword on Matchday two
It was a harvest of goals in the second day of the AMAPRO Football Championship as the games saw grits, passion and athletsicm from both venues of the championship. Read Also: Onome Ebi Denounces Olympic Team Selection Rumors In the first game, Laycon FA showed their superiority over HMK FC with a 2-1 win. Balogun Akeem puts Laycon FA in front in...
El-Kanemi Warriors: A Testament to NNL’s Quality” as They Clinch the President Federation Cup and Secure NPFL Promotion
In a thrilling showdown at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan Lagos, Maiduguri-based El-Kanemi Warriors Football Club emerged victorious in the final of the President Federation Cup. Read Also: Victor Osimhen Eyes Napoli Exit Amid Premier League Speculation Their impressive 2-0 win over Abia Warriors of Umuahia secured the domestic title for the third time, adding to their previous triumphs in 1991...
Trabzonspor Pursue Re-Signing Paul Onuachu Amid Southampton Transfer Talks
Trabzonspor have intensified their efforts to re-sign Nigerian forward Paul Onuachu from Southampton. Read Also: Tijani Muhamed Makes History For 36 Lion FC, Signs Deal With Plymouth In England The 30-year-old striker, who spent the previous season on loan with the Turkish Super Lig club, has been the subject of ongoing negotiations between the two clubs. Turkish outlet Sporx reports that Southampton,...
Heartland FC’s Goalkeeper Darlintin Ovunda Ready for New Challenges After Contract Expiry
Heartland FC's goalkeeper, Darlintin Ovunda, has confirmed the end of his tenure with the club following the expiration of his contract. Read Also: Tijani Muhamed Makes History For 36 Lion FC, Signs Deal With Plymouth In England With Heartland FC's recent relegation to the Nigerian National League (NNL), Ovunda is now seeking new opportunities and is ready for a fresh challenge...
Zaidu Sanusi Returns to Training with FC Porto After Injury Layoff
Nigeria's Super Eagles defender, Zaidu Sanusi, has made a much-anticipated return to training with FC Porto after a prolonged absence due to injury. Read Also: Plymouth Argyle Strengthen Attack with Nigerian Forward Muhamed Tijani on Loan from Slavia Prague The left-back had been sidelined for several months following an injury sustained during a league match against CF Estrella, which necessitated surgery...
Nigeria Olympic Commission Schedules Annual Forum Ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics Departure
The Nigeria Olympic Commission has announced that its annual Athletes Forum will take place on July 8th and 9th, just before Team Nigeria's departure for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Read Also: Wrestling Federation unveils six Wrestlers for Paris Olympics This update was provided in a communique released after a virtual meeting involving captains of various sports federations, national athlete representatives, and...
Onome Ebi Denounces Olympic Team Selection Rumors
Onome Ebi has vehemently denied recent rumors concerning her alleged push to be included in Nigeria's Olympic squad. Read Also: EX-INTERNATIONALS CUP: Gafar Liameed Receives Plaudits For Rallying Former Players, Making Them Happy Ebi, a cornerstone of the Nigerian women’s national team for over two decades, took to social media to dismantle the false reports and defend her reputation. The controversy erupted...
Sunday Oliseh Slams Current Super Eagles Over Lack of Respect
Former Super Eagles midfielder and coach Sunday Oliseh has ignited a storm of controversy with his recent comments criticizing the current crop of Nigerian internationals for their apparent lack of respect towards past legends. Read Also: Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen loses his father In a revealing interview on Elegbete TV, Oliseh attributed the disconnect between his generation and the newer...
