The Abia Striker Whose Feet Speaks The Language Of Dreams
Lagos fans were left spellbound on Saturday as Justin Chialuka, a 22-year-old striker from Abia State, dazzled the pitch with two breathtaking goals in...
LSFA Begins Move to Fill Vacant Board Position
The Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) has officially announced plans to conduct a bye-election to fill a vacant position on its board. According to a...
Nigeria Strengthens Global Football Influence as Gusau, Mustapha, and Falode Secure Key FIFA Roles
Nigeria’s footprint in world football administration has deepened with the appointment of three distinguished Nigerians — Ibrahim Musa Gusau, Abdulhakeem Mustapha (SAN), and Ayishat...
Chris Green Sets Agenda as Amaju Pinnick Gets Second Chance at FIFA
Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Amaju Pinnick, has been appointed Deputy Chair of the FIFA Men’s National Teams Competitions Committee, marking his return...
Chile 2025: Nigeria Players Missing as FIFA Picks Seven Stars from Group Stage
No Nigerian youngster was named among the seven standout stars selected by FIFA as Chile 2025 group stage ended on Monday. Nigeria’s Flying Eagles may...
FIFA 2026: Super Eagles Nest in South Africa for Lesotho Clash Today
The Super Eagles have settled into their temporary nest in Polokwane, South Africa, as they begin final preparations today for Friday’s crucial 2026 FIFA...
BREAKING: Super Eagles Poised to Leap to the TOP — 5 Unstoppable Reasons Nigeria Could Lead the World Cup Qualifying Table After Friday’s Matches
Nigeria could wake up Saturday in a very different world. With crucial FIFA qualifiers on Friday, Oct 10, 2025 (Lesotho vs Nigeria) and a...
2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup finals: Flamingos set to depart for Morocco
Ahead of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, will depart Abuja in the early hours of Wednesday, October...
24th FIFA U20 World Cup: Nigeria, Argentina light up Santiago in big last-16 tie
Nigeria and Argentina will, once again, set the global football stage alight as the Round of 16 of this year’s FIFA U20 World Cup...
Ashleigh Plumptre Opens up Living, Finding Purpose in Saudi Arabia
Two years after swapping England for Saudi Arabia, Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre says life in the Middle East has been a journey of...
Danmarna Polo Team Shines Bright, Finishes Second at Prestigious Emir of Kano Cup Tournament
Danmarna Polo Team continued to make waves on Nigeria’s polo circuit after finishing as runners-up in the highly esteemed Emir of Kano Cup Polo...
Just-In: Nigeria’s Flying Eagles Land in Santiago for U-20 World Cup Clash With Argentina
The Flying Eagles of Nigeria have arrived in Santiago, Chile, ahead of their Round of 16 encounter with Argentina at the ongoing FIFA U-20...
Young Nigerian Swimmers Dominate Africa Zone 2 Championship — Records Shattered, Future Stars Emerge
Team Nigeria made an emphatic statement at the 2025 Africa Zone 2 Swimming Championship, turning the continental stage into a showcase of youth excellence,...
NPFL: Bendel Insurance Suspends Coach Greg Ikhenoba, Bazuaye Takes Over in Interim Capacity
Bendel Insurance Football Club have confirmed the suspension of their Head Coach, Greg Ikhenoba, following an official directive from the Edo State Sports Commission. In...
FIFA 2026 WCQ: Injury Rules Out Another Super Eagles Player for Lesotho, Benin Clashes
Nigeria’s preparation for the upcoming FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers has suffered another setback as defender Felix Agu has been ruled out due to...
NPFL: Obaje on Target as Rangers Edge Katsina United; Remo Stars Down Wikki in Abeokuta
Rangers International and Remo Stars both recorded crucial victories on Monday to improve their standings in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). At the Nnamdi...
Underrated Talent Shines as Lagos Stallions Defeat Kano Warriors 3–2 in National Hockey Clash
The Lagos City Hockey Stadium was filled with excitement on Sunday afternoon as the Lagos Stallions edged the Kano Warriors 3–2 in a thrilling...
Chile 2025: Flying Eagles Coach Zubairu Unfazed by Argentina’s Credentials — “It’s a Challenge That Must Be Overcome”
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have turned their attention to a mouthwatering Round of 16 showdown with Argentina at the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup in...
Meet Captain Fantastic: Bameyi’s Penalty Magic Powers Nigeria’s U-20 Surge
On the world’s brightest stage, when most teenagers would freeze, Daniel Bameyi burned brighter. Twice in two games, the 19-year-old captain of Nigeria’s U-20 team...
Nigeria Finish Third at 2025 Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Championships
Team Nigeria has finished as third beat team at the 2025 Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Championships in Ghana which was concluded over the weekend. The...
Lagos State Earns Accolades As Hub of Sports Excellence After Under-15 Triumph and E1 GP Success
Lagos State has received widespread commendation for its outstanding achievements in sports development, with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and several national sports leaders praising the...
Governor Sanwo-Olu Hails E1 Lagos GP As Milestone For Innovation and Sustainable Development
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has described the successful hosting of the E1 Lagos Grand Prix (E1 Lagos GP) as a landmark achievement...
Showtime Bowl XIII Week 3: Panthers Roar Unbeaten As Warriors Rise — Lagos Becomes The Home Of Flag Football Drama
Week 3 of the Showtime Bowl Series XIII delivered yet another round of action, energy, and electrifying football at the Showtime Arena, Lekki, proving...
“I’m Just Getting Started!” – Nigeria’s Chiamaka Nnadozie Earns WSL Player of the Month Nomination After Brilliant Start at Brighton
It’s official — Super Falcons star Chiamaka Nnadozie has been nominated for the English Women’s Super League (WSL) Player of the Month Award, marking...
NSC DG Commends Lagos Government For Hosting First-Ever E1 Electric Boat Racing Championship In Africa
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has commended the Lagos State Government for transforming the state into a...
NSC To Inspect Enugu Facilities Ahead Of 2026 National Sports Festival
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced plans to conduct an inspection of sports facilities in Enugu State from October 21 to 24, 2025,...
Hoops N’ Read Dethrone Police Baton to Win Chief of Defence Staff Unity Basketball Championship
Hoops N’ Read have emerged champions of the 4th Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Unity Basketball Championship, ending Police Baton’s unbeaten run in a...
NIS Boss Commends Chief of Defence Staff for Organizing Basketball Unity Championship
The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Comrade Philip Shaibu, has commended the Chief of Defence Staff,...
Duke Udi, Marco Silva Share Hope: Eagles Must Deliver, Chukwueze Needs Time
Former Super Eagles midfielder Duke Udi has maintained faith in Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, insisting that football’s unpredictability still...
Adesoji Tayo Elected NTTF President, Promises Youth Revolution
Newly elected President of the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF), Adesoji Tayo, has pledged to focus on youth development, talent discovery, and improving coaching...
Nigeria Confident to Host 2030 Commonwealth Games — NSC Boss Olopade
Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has expressed confidence that Nigeria can successfully host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, declaring that the country...
From Barefoot To Championship: Queen Chijoke Soars As Benin City Eagles Crowned Volleyball Champions
Nineteen-year-old Nkechinyere Chijoke Queen led the Benin City Eagles to a remarkable comeback victory over the Lagos Spikers to win the National Women’s Volleyball...
Oboabona to Eagles: ‘It’s Now or Never — Talk, Unite, and Fight!’
Former Super Eagles defender, Godfrey Oboabona, has sent a passionate message to Nigeria’s national team ahead of their final two 2026 World Cup qualifiers,...
Chiamaka Nnadozie Opens Up: ‘I Cry Sometimes, But I’m Learning to Be Strong
Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has revealed the emotional challenges she has faced since joining English Women’s Super League side Brighton & Hove Albion...
Adepoju Urges Caution: Nigeria’s World Cup Hope Alive but Fragile
Former Super Eagles midfielder, Mutiu Adepoju, has admitted disappointment over Nigeria’s failure to defeat South Africa in their last qualifier but insists all hope...
Suleiman Sani Applauds Flying Eagles’ Spirit Despite Suspension Blow
Flying Eagles forward, Suleiman Sani, has hailed his teammates for their resilience after a 1-1 draw with Colombia secured Nigeria’s progression to the round...
Zubairu Hails Flying Eagles’ Grit After Colombia Draw Secures Last-16 Spot
Flying Eagles head coach, Aliyu Zubairu, has praised his players’ fighting spirit after Nigeria came from behind to earn a crucial 1-1 draw against...
Garba Lawal Urges Super Eagles: Forget Others, Win Your Own Battles
Former Nigeria international, Garba Lawal, has urged the Super Eagles to shut out distractions and focus solely on winning their remaining two matches in...
Morocco, South Africa, Nigeria Flying Africa’s Flag High at Chile 2025 as Round of 16 Beacons
Under the cool autumn skies of Chile, Africa’s finest young talents have danced, battled, and dazzled on the grand stage of the FIFA U20...
Africa: Enhanced credit insurance for the West African Development Bank (BOAD) to scale up financing in the West African and Monetary Union (WAEMU) Region
The West African Development Bank (BOAD) has taken a major step in strengthening its financing capacity by increasing the size of its sovereign, portfolio...
Bayelsa Queens Announce Signing of Two New Players for 2025/26 Season
Bayelsa Queens FC have announced the signing of two new players ahead of the 2025/26 Nigeria Women’s Football League Premiership (NWFL) season. The new additions...
“I’m Ready to Give Everything” – Nigeria’s Obi Anthony Set to Command Granada CF’s Midfield in Spanish Tercera Federación
All eyes are on Obi Anthony, the rising Nigerian midfielder who is poised to take center stage later today for Granada CF Cantera in...
“I’m Grateful for the Journey” – Nigerian Winger John Auta Excels in Czech Republic After Extending FK Teplice Contract
From the fields of Abia State’s Right2Win Football Academy to the professional pitches of the Czech Republic, John Auta is proving that hard work...
“I Just Love Football!” – 7-Year-Old Onyekachi Chidi Shines Bright as Manchester United U7 Win Turf War Cup
He may be only seven years old, but Onyekachi Chidi is already making waves in English youth football. The dazzling young attacker helped Manchester...
“I Came Here to Prove Myself” – Nigeria’s Abba Adam Musa Lighting Up Serbia with Sensational Goal Form
From the bustling streets of Kano State to the football pitches of Serbia, young forward Abba Adam Musa is living the dream — and...
“I Had to Step Up for My Country” – Captain Daniel Bameyi Speaks After Heroic Late Penalty Saves Nigeria U20
When the referee’s whistle pierced the evening air in Talca, Chile, signaling a penalty for Nigeria, Daniel Bameyi didn’t hesitate. The U20 national team...
“This Is Normal for Me!” – Nigerian Star Wisdom Ubani Ignites JPL with Stunning Brace to Rescue Molynes
Nigerian striker Wisdom Ubani announced himself in spectacular fashion on Sunday, coming off the bench to score twice and drag Molynes United from the...
Makinde Rewards Shooting Stars with $5,000 After Dramatic Win Over Plateau United
Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has commended the resilience and fighting spirit of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) following their hard-fought 1–0 victory...
Nigeria’s Hockey Teams Set Sights on Glory at Africa Cup of Nations
With spirits high and sticks sharpened, Nigeria’s men’s and women’s hockey teams are gearing up for a historic campaign at the 2025 Hockey Africa...
Exclusive: FIFA Slaps Transfer Ban on Heartland FC Over Unpaid Debts
Heartland FC of Owerri have been handed a transfer ban by world football governing body FIFA over unfulfilled financial obligations, Sports247 reports. Heartland are indebted...
