Nigeria Set for Pre-Qualifiers Test as Coach Confirms International Tournament Ahead of 2026 Cricket World Cup Qualifiers
Head coach of the Yellow Greens and high-performance manager of the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF), Steve Tikolo, has confirmed that the men’s national team...
Mikel Obi’s Former Agent John Shittu Reacts to Bribery Allegation by Samson Siasia Over 2008 Olympics
John Shittu, former agent of Super Eagles legend John Obi Mikel, has dismissed bribery allegations made by ex-Nigeria U23 coach Samson Siasia, describing them...
AFN Declares War on Drug Cheats, Assures Support for Banned Athletes’ Rehabilitation
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has reaffirmed its commitment to the global fight against doping in sports while also pledging support for Nigerian...
Infrastructure Meets Empowerment: SSA Adeboye Joins VP Shettima and Wike At Commissioning Of Bwari Dual Carriageway
In a show of intergovernmental collaboration and commitment to infrastructure-led development, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka...
Flying Eagles Begin Camp in Abuja with Renewed Focus Ahead of WAFU B U20 Tournament
Head Coach Aliyu Zubairu has outlined a renewed vision for Nigeria’s U20 boys, the Flying Eagles, as they officially resumed camping in Abuja ahead...
Chiamaka Nnadozie: I Want To Help Brighton Win Trophies
New singing at Brighton Hove Albion of England's female team, Chiamaka Nnadozie has declared that she has a burning ambition of helping The Seagulls...
Super Eagles Must Kill Every Game In Order To Get World Cup Ticket – Omeruo
New signing at CFR Cluj of Romania, Kenneth Omeruo has declared emphatically that the Super Eagles of Nigeria will have to virtually 'kill' all...
Oparanozie Writes Off Tunisia, Botswana, Algeria Against Super Falcons At WAFCON 2025
Former Super Falcons striker, Desire Oparanozie has written off Nigeria's group opponents at the upcoming Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON 2025), with a...
Coach Zubairu Vows to Fix Flying Eagles’ Attack Ahead of WAFU B U20 Tournament
As the Flying Eagles resumed camp in Abuja ahead of the WAFU B U20 Boys Tournament in Ghana, Head Coach Aliyu Zubairu spoke with...
Ogunmodede Banks On Unity To Power Eagles’ Comeback
With Super Eagles assistant coach Daniel Ogunmodede at the helm of the team’s motivational efforts, Nigeria’s camp has become a tight-knit unit sharing one...
Siasia: Nigeria’s Qualifying Woes Rooted In Home Failures
Former Super Eagles manager Samson Siasia has laid bare the core of Nigeria’s struggles in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers: failure to dominate at...
Omeruo Targets European Renaissance With CFR Cluj
Nigerian defender Kenneth Omeruo, fresh off a lengthy recovery from a knee injury, officially signed with CFR Cluj as a free agent last week. The 31-year-old...
Nigeria’s Samuel Isife Registers Three Assists on Dukla Praha Debut in 4–1 Win Over Taborsko
Former 36 Lions Football Academy player Samuel Isife made an instant impact for his new club Dukla Praha, providing three second-half assists in their...
Liverpool U11’s Odhran Odudu Nets 16 Goals, Wins Best Player and Top Scorer At Orange Veins Tournament
Liverpool U11 forward Odhran Odudu, a young talent of Edo State descent, emerged as the breakout star of the just-concluded Orange Veins youth football...
Abdulyakin Badamasi Emerges As Breakout Midfield Talent, Targets Bigger Stage After NLO Success
Abdulyakin Badamasi, a standout defensive midfielder from Jos, has caught the attention of football followers after an impressive campaign with FC Basira in the...
Mississippi State Adds Nigerian Forward Favour Nwaedozia to 2025-26 Roster
Mississippi State women’s basketball continues to build a formidable squad ahead of the 2025-26 season, with head coach Sam Purcell announcing the addition of...
Osayi-Samuel Champions Grassroots Football in Benin, Eyes Next Generation of Stars
Super Eagles and Fenerbahçe right-back, Bright Osayi-Samuel, has reaffirmed his commitment to grassroots football development in Nigeria, as he returned to Benin, Edo State...
Kwara United Announces 10-Day Break After Federation Cup Triumph Over Abakaliki FC
Kwara United have granted players and officials a 10-day break following their hard-fought victory over Abakaliki FC in the President Federation Cup, marking a...
Beyond Limits Coach Olumide Ajibolade Appointed Head of NNL Super 8 Technical Study Team
The Nigerian National League (NNL) has announced the appointment of Olumide Ajibolade, Head Coach of Beyond Limits Football Club, Remo, Ogun State, as the...
Financial Standoff: Obuh Allegedly Sets Debt Settlement From Kwara United as a Condition For Paying Abia Warriors Players’ Outstabding Salary
As the July 31, 2025 deadline for CAF Confederation Cup registration looms, a brewing financial standoff threatens the participation of two Nigerian clubs—Abia Warriors...
Growing List of Nigerian Athletes Currently Serving Anti-Doping Bans, A Growing Concern
The shadows of doping continue to cast a long and troubling spell over Nigerian athletics, with the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) confirming the addition...
Akwa Ibom FA, Manu Garba Unite to Scout Future Superstars in Uyo
The Akwa Ibom State Football Association (AKSFA) has expressed strong support for Nigeria U17 coach Manu Garba grassroots talent hunt, hailing his presence in...
Kano Pillars FC Overhauls Youth Structure in Strategic Restructuring Drive
In line with its long-term vision to build a sustainable and competitive football structure, Kano Pillars Football Club has announced a sweeping restructuring of...
Showtime Goes Global: Nigerian Flag Football League Partners With USA Flag To Unlock International Opportunities
In a monumental stride for Nigerian sports, Showtime Flag Football League has announced a groundbreaking partnership with USA Flag—the world’s largest and most influential...
Segun Adeyemi Set for WBA Asia Super-Lightweight Title Bout in Moscow
Undefeated Nigerian boxer, Tunde Segun Adeyemi, will take a significant step in his professional career as he squares off against Russia’s Idris Adalaev for...
“I Want to Contribute Everything” – Rising and Resilient Rinsola Babajide Eyes WAFCON Glory After Choosing Nigeria Over England
As the Super Falcons of Nigeria prepare for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), one of the tournament’s most exciting debutants, Rinsola...
Team Nigeria to Get Special Diet Ahead of CAA U18/ U20 Championship in Abeokuta
In a bid to get members of Team Nigeria to the forthcoming CAA U-18/U-20 Championships in Abeokuta, the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), has...
NFF Names 16 Top Referees for 2025 NNL Super Eight in Asaba
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially unveiled the list of match officials for the highly anticipated 2025 Nigeria National League (NNL) Super Eight...
Perfect Faye Powers to Victory in U18 Boys’ 200m Final with New Personal Best
Perfect Faye of Bayelsa State delivered a sensational performance in the U18 Boys’ 200m final at the National Youth Athletics Championships, clocking a new...
Teen Sensation Mary Chioma Edeh Shines Bright, Wins First National Title in 800m
From the bustling town of Nnewi in Anambra State to the national spotlight, 16-year-old Mary Chioma Edeh announced her arrival in style by storming...
Kanu Charges New Enyimba Signings to Restore Club’s Glory Ahead of Eko Preseason Showdown
Enyimba FC Chairman, Ambassador Nwankwo Kanu, has thrown down the gauntlet to the club’s new signings, challenging them to reignite the People’s Elephant’s dominance...
Rugby’s Chief Operating Officer Babatunde Deolu Flaunts Nigeria’s Growing Potential
The chief operating officer of Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF), Babatunde Adeolu Flaunts a positive verdict about what he believes is an upward swing...
WORLD CUP 2026: Joseph Yobo Advocates Different Mentality, Total Support For Super Eagles
Former Super Eagles' captain, Joseph Ikpo Yobo has suggested that more export and encouragement should be given to players in Nigeria's national team, plus...
Flying Eagles Resume Final Preparations in Abuja Ahead of WAFU B U-20 Cup in Ghana
Nigeria’s U-20 men’s team, the Flying Eagles, have regrouped in Abuja for the final leg of preparations ahead of the maiden edition of the...
Ikot Abasi Bags ₦10m as Akwa Ibom Government Fulfills 2023 Governor’s Cup Prize Promise
Months after the conclusion of the 2023 Governor’s Cup, the Akwa Ibom State Government has officially disbursed cash rewards to the tournament's top performers,...
Da Bold Aloba Shines at Orange Veins Tournament, Strengthens Reputation as Aston Villa’s Rising Star
Aston Villa academy prospect Da Bold Aloba delivered a standout performance at the recently concluded Orange Veins Merseyside International Cup held in Liverpool, United...
Gusau Takes the Helm: NFF President Ushers in New Era for WAFU Zone B in Abidjan
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, on Monday formally assumed duty at the WAFU Zone B secretariat in Abidjan,...
Nigeria Sets Olympic Ambition After Hosting Historic African Fencing Championship
Following the successful hosting of the 2025 African Fencing Championship in Lagos, Nigeria Fencing Federation President Samuel Adeyinka has unveiled bold ambitions: qualifying Nigerian...
Rasheed Akanbi Bids Emotional Farewell to FC Sheriff After Memorable Spell
Nigerian forward Rasheed Ibrahim Akanbi has officially ended his chapter with Moldovan champions FC Sheriff, parting ways with the club following the expiration of...
Favour Ofili Ranks Among Nigeria’s Greatest Athletes Of All Time – Henry Amike
Former international hurdler, Henry Amike has aired his view regarding the recent defection of female sprinter, Favour Ofili to Turkey, and declared that Nigeria...
Akwuegbu Urges Patience as Eric Chelle Begins Super Eagles Rebuild
Former Super Eagles forward Benedict Akwuegbu has called on Nigerian football fans and stakeholders to exercise patience with national team head coach Eric Chelle...
Mission X: Ajibade Rallies Super Falcons Toward Historic 10th WAFCON Title
Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has declared that Nigeria’s women’s team is focused and fully prepared to challenge for a record-extending 10th Women’s Africa...
2025 President Federation Cup: Viral ‘Iya Oni Guguru ’ Oluwatoyin Abdullahi Rewarded with Millions for Supporting Kwara United
A viral image from the 2025 President Federation Cup final has turned into a life-changing moment for Oluwatoyin Oluwaponmile Abdullahi, popularly referred to as...
WAFCON 2024: Justin Madugu — The X-Factor in Nigeria’s “Mission X” for a Record 10th Title ?
As the Super Falcons of Nigeria embark on their bold quest for a record 10th Africa Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title—aptly dubbed “Mission...
Nigeria Volleyball Federation Hails Customs Boss Adewale Adeniyi on Historic WCO Council Chairmanship
The Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, following his historic...
Nigerian Goalkeeper Abdulmajid Mohammed Recharges for Breakout Season Kryvbas U19 in Ukrainian League
Nigerian goalkeeper Abdulmajid Mohammed says he is “recharging in full force” as he prepares for what he hopes will be a breakout season in...
President Federation Cup Fallout: Governor Nwifuru Showers Abakaliki FC, Supporters, with Millions
The Executive Governor of Ebonyi State, Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, has announced a generous reward package for Abakaliki FC following their remarkable run...
Alansmith Contructs Imperial Football Club FIFA 2-Star Rated Pitch
Alansmith Nigeria Limited has once again delivered a world-class sports facility to one of its clients, Imperial Football Academy, located in Odogbolu, Ogun State. This...
Egbon, Nweke, Jimoh Shine Bright as Trials for CAA U18/U20 Championships Conclude in Shagamu
The curtain has fallen on the Team Nigeria selection trials for the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U-18 and U-20 Championships, with several young...
Cynthia Nweke Completes Sprint Double with Dominant U20 100m Victory at Nigerian Junior Championships
Cynthia Chioma Nweke underlined her status as Nigeria’s brightest young sprinting talent, storming to victory in the U20 women’s 100m final at the Nigerian...
