Rivers Angels Cement Legacy with Back-to-Back President Federation Cup Titles
Rivers Angels have solidified their dominance in Nigerian women’s football, clinching the President's Federation Cup for the second consecutive year after a dramatic 4-2...
Ogbeni Breaks New Ground in Shot Put as Amaechi, Olatoye Shine at Iron Wood Classic
Nigerian thrower Onome Ogbeni delivered a standout performance at the Iron Wood Classic, hurling a massive Personal Best (PB) of 17.75m in the women’s...
Plateau United Appoints Shola Adegun As New Head Coach In Fresh Era Shakeup
Plateau United FC have officially announced the appointment of Shola Adegun as their new head coach, marking a significant shift in the club’s technical...
Trujillo Floors Kayode in Sixth-Round TKO at Wichita Heavyweight Clash
American heavyweight prospect Gustavo “Cuban Assassin” Trujillo (8‑0, 7 KOs) continued his undefeated streak after delivering a commanding sixth-round stoppage of Nigerian veteran Lateef...
Dr. Amos Adamu Named Grand Patron of Samuel Okwaraji U-16 Football Championship
In a significant boost for grassroots football development in Nigeria, former Director General of the National Sports Commission, Dr. Amos Adamu, has been officially...
Victor Osimhen Gifts Match-Worn Jersey to Peller During Live Stream, Fans Go Wild
Nigerian football star Victor Osimhen stunned fans during a surprise live stream when he gifted social media influencer Peller his match-worn Galatasaray jersey, sparking...
UNSCRIPTED: Calistus Chukwujekwu’s Story – My FIFA Duties And Transition Into Referees’ Instructor (Part 2)
In continuation of this special three-part series interview, renowned former FIFA badged referee, Calistus Chukwudi Chukwujekwu exclusively tells Sports247 Jide-Ojo Jide Olusola details of...
Nigerian Forward Arinzechukwu Udeh Signs with Brazil’s Brusque Futebol Clube
Brazilian side Brusque Futebol Clube has officially announced the signing of Nigerian forward Arinzechukwu “Clinton” Udeh, ahead of the second half of the 2025...
Nigeria’s Lawal Taiwo Signs with Mazatlán Femenil in Mexico
Nigerian striker Lawal Taiwo has completed a move to Mazatlán Fútbol Club Femenil, strengthening the club’s forward line ahead of the Liga MX Femenil...
Veteran Super Eagles Defender Kenneth Omeruo Joins Romanian Giants CFR Cluj
Nigerian international Kenneth Omeruo has taken the next step in his football journey, signing with Romanian powerhouse CFR Cluj on a free transfer following...
Bernice Onoriode Gives Back to Roots, Inspires Future Stars in Kaduna
Fresh off her double gold-winning performance at Season 3 of MTN CHAMPS, rising sprint star Bernice Onoriode returned to where her athletic dreams began—Divine...
Chioma Ajunwa Describes Favour Ofili’s Defection To Turkey As ‘Hard Lesson’ For Nigeria
Atlanta '96 Olympic Games women's long jump gold medalist, Chioma Ajunwa has described the recent defection of fast-rising female sprinter, Favour Ofili to Turkey...
President Federation Cup: Four Governors, Gbajabiamila, Entertainment icons To Grace Finale
Nigeria’s National Cup final on Saturday in Lagos will bring together the crème de la crème of the nation’s political, football and entertainment industries,...
Nigerian Boxer Olanrewaju Durodola Takes on Marcus Browne in World Title Showdown in Canada
Nigerian veteran pugilist, Olanrewaju “God’s Power” Durodola 🇳🇬 (50-10-0, 44 KOs), is set to lock horns with American contender Marcus Browne 🇺🇸 (25-2-0, 16...
New Era at Bendel Insurance FC: Tenebe Targets Capital Market Listing and Continental Dominance
A bold new chapter has begun for Bendel Insurance Football Club as Emperor Jarret Tenebe was officially unveiled as the club’s new Chairman, with...
Akinyosoye’s Shock Victory Headlines Nigeria’s Rise at African Fencing Championships
Nigeria’s Oluwafolayemi Akinyosoye stunned the fencing world at the 23rd African Fencing Championships in Cairo with a sensational upset over Olympic silver medallist Fares...
Meet Lateef ‘Power’ Kayode: The Nigerian Heavyweight On The #WilderHerndon Undercard
Nigerian boxing veteran Lateef ‘Power’ Kayode 🇳🇬 (22-5, 17 KOs) returns to the ring tonight at the Charles Koch Arena, stepping into the spotlight...
LSFA To Honour The Oldest Living President Federation Cup Winner
In what promises to be a momentous celebration of football legacy and excellence, the Lagos State Football Association (Lagos FA) is set to bestow...
Super Falcons Goalkeeper Nnadozie Chiamaka Signs For Brighton Women In England
Nigerian international goalkeeper and Super Falcons star, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has officially completed a high-profile move to Brighton & Hove Albion Women Football Club in...
Declare State of Emergency in Sports, SWAN Kano Urges State Government
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Kano State Chapter, has called on the Kano State Government to urgently declare a state of emergency...
Soludo To Cheer On As ANSSI Ends Today
The Anambra State governor, Charles Soludo, is expected to cheer on the athletes and players as the 3rd edition of the Anambra State Sports...
Kwara United Coach, Tunde Sanni, Eyes Historic Federation Cup Triumph Without Pressure
Kwara United head coach, Tunde Sanni, has dismissed any notion of pressure as his side prepares for a historic showdown against Abakaliki FC in...
1XBET Cup Organisers Pay Courtesy Calls on GOC 81 Div, 9th Brigade Commander
Ahead of the 2025 1XBET Cup, the Organising Committee of the foremost grassroots football tournament in the country paid a courtesy call on the...
Yemi Olanrewaju Joins Rivers United As Chief Coach Ahead of 2025/26 NPFL Season
Rivers United have officially announced the appointment of Yemi Daniel Olanrewaju as their new Chief Coach, in a strategic move to bolster the club's...
Alaba Akintola Shatters Personal Best In 200m, Emerges Nigeria’s Fastest This Year
Nigerian sprinter Alaba Akintola lit up the track at the Meeting Ciudad de Malaga in Spain with a blistering performance, clocking a new Personal...
2025 President Federation Cup Final: Abakaliki FC Are Not Facing Impossible Task – Dipreye Teibowei
As tension and excitement gather heading into the 2025 President Federation Cup final this Saturday at Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos, lower division...
2025 President Federation Cup Final: Wasiu Alalade Promises Kwara United’s Fans – We’ll Return To Ilorin With This Trophy
As tension, apprehension and expectations rise high ahead of this weekend's 2025 President Federation Cup final in Lagos, Kwara United of Ilorin winger, Wasiu...
Nigeria’s Female Flag Football Assistant Coach Nnaemeka Anyanwu Recaps Success Story In Cairo
Nigeria's female flag football team's assistant coach, Nnaemeka Anyanwu has given a recap of the squad's recent success at the continental championship in Cairo,...
David Aziaya Joins Sutton United Ahead Of National League Campaign
Sutton United have officially signed 20-year-old goalkeeper David Aziaya, a towering 6′6″ shot-stopper of Nigerian descent, ahead of the 2025/26 English National League season. Aziaya,...
Nasarawa’s Abdullahi Muhammad Set For Oman Move, Dreams of FIFA Club World Cup Appearance
Rising football talent Abdullahi Muhammad is set to complete a move from Club Wan Agara FC of Nasarawa to Al-Khaburah FC of Oman, in...
StarTimes Brings The Heat As 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Reaches Knockout Stage
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup has lived up to its billing as a thrilling football spectacle, full of surprises, breakout performances, and emotional...
Osimhen Declares: Decision On My Next Club Will Come Very Soon
Super Eagles' striker, Victor James Osimhen, has served a strong hint that the ongoing suspense over the club he will play for in the...
Troost-Ekong Vows To Lead Super Eagles To AFCON, World Cup Glory
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has declared the national team’s firm ambition to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and secure qualification...
Coach Blankson Backs Rivers Angels To Win Federation Cup Final
Head coach of Rivers Angels, Tosan Blankson, has voiced confidence in his team’s ability to win the upcoming Federation Cup final against arch-rivals Nasarawa...
Ronwen Williams Calls For Urgent Action To Elevate African Football
Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper, Ronwen Williams, has expressed concern over the state of African club football following the elimination of all four...
Kunle Soname Urges Stakeholders To Drive Nigerian Football Development
Chairman of Remo Stars Football Club, Hon. Kunle Soname, has called on stakeholders across Nigeria’s football ecosystem to intensify efforts toward the growth and...
Promise Uwaeme Returns As LOC Chairman For 9th Adamu Yola Gombe South Unity Cup
Promise Uwaeme has been reappointed as Chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the 9th edition of the Adamu Yola Gombe South Unity...
Cup Sorcerer Onyedika: The Man Behind Abakaliki FC’s Fairytale March To Federation Cup Final
For those still trying to decode the incredible rise of Abakaliki FC — the relatively obscure club from Ebonyi State that has bulldozed its...
Bayelsa United Set for Squad Overhaul as NPFL26 Preparations Begin June 28
Bayelsa United are set to begin preparations for the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season on Saturday, June 28, with a squad shake-up...
Future Legends: Meet the Nigerian Teen Stars Set to Light Up the African U18/U20 Championships in Abeokuta
The countdown is on, and anticipation is reaching a fever pitch as Nigeria prepares to host the 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships from July...
“FIRS Is Scoring Big For Nigerian Sports” — NSC Boss Hails Zacch Adedeji’s Vision As CAA U18/U20 Championship Nears
In a remarkable show of synergy between fiscal policy and sports development, the Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade,...
A.M Tacker Sports Academy Appoints Arogundade Taofeeq As New Team Manager In Strategic Leadership Move
In a decisive step aimed at strengthening its technical and administrative structure, A.M Tacker Sports Academy has announced the appointment of Mr. Arogundade Taofeeq...
Yobe Teen Abdullahi Yahaya Eyes Pro Career in Europe, Inspired by Ronaldo’s New Al-Nassr Deal
A promising young footballer from Yobe State, Abdullahi Yahaya, has expressed his ambition to play professional football in Europe following the recent news of...
Nigerian Talent Peter Sunday Signs First Pro Deal with Norway’s HamKam Fotball Elite
Rising football star Peter Sunday, a promising graduate of Mahanaim Football Academy based in Abuja, has officially signed his first professional contract with HamKam...
Eko International Cup: Enyimba, Shooting Stars Resume Camp For Pre-season Tourney
Enyimba Football Club of Aba and Shooting Stars of Ibadan have resumed camp in preparation for the forthcoming Eko International Cup football tournament taking...
AFROBASKET 2025: Col Sam Ahmedu Raises Alarm Over ‘Unknown Plans’ For D’Tigress
Renowned basketball administrator, Colonel Sam Ahmedu (retired) has raised alarm over what he described as 'unknown plans' being put in place for the country's...
Ahmed Musa Laments Absence of Nigerian Teams At FIFA Club World Cup
Kano Pillars FC attacker, Ahmed Musa, has taken another look at the performances of three African teams at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup...
BREAKING NEWS: Nigeria Unveils 172-Strong Armwrestling Team Ahead of 2025 African Championship in Abuja
In a bold display of readiness and growing momentum, the Nigeria Armwrestling Federation has officially released its 172-member team list for the 14th African...
FIFA Referees to Officiate Men’s and Women’s Federation Cup Finals
Top FIFA referees have been appointed to take charge of the 2025 President Federation Cup Finals, with the prestigious matches scheduled to take place...
LSFA Sets Safety Standards for Federation Cup Grand Finale, Appeals for Fans’ Cooperation
As anticipation mounts ahead of the 2024/2025 President Federation Cup Grand Finale, the Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring...
