Nigeria To Hold CAA U18/U20 Athletics Trials in Sagamu As Dates Confirmed
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has confirmed that the national trials for the 2025 Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U-18 and U-20 Championships...
2025 President Federation Cup Final: “Egungun Be Careful” – Giant-Killers Abakaliki FC Threaten Kwara United’s Continental Ambitions
In a season marked by twists and turns, relegation and redemption, Abakaliki FC are on the brink of scripting one of the most remarkable...
Edo Govt Dissolves Bendel Insurance Board, Appoints APC Chair Tenebe as New Club Boss
In a sweeping move aimed at revitalizing one of Nigeria’s oldest football institutions, the Edo State Sports Commission has dissolved the Board of Bendel...
Maduka Okoye Named Enugu State Ambassador, Set to Launch Football Academy and Charity Foundation
In a move to celebrate excellence and promote youth development, Governor Peter Mbah has appointed Super Eagles and Udinese goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, as an...
Governor Sanwo-Olu at 60: SSA to the President on Grassroots Sports, Adeboye, Salutes Visionary Leadership and Commitment To Youth Development
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeboye Anthony Adeyinka, has joined countless Nigerians in celebrating Lagos State Governor,...
Amusan Blazes to Victory in Ostrava, Reaffirms Dominance in Women’s 100m Hurdles
Nigeria’s sprint hurdler, Tobi Amusan, returned to the top of the podium in style on Tuesday, clinching gold in the women’s 100m hurdles at...
3SC Resume Preseason with Ogunbote Targeting Improved NPFL Finish
Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan has kicked off their preparations for the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season with a clear...
Uzodimma Appoints Emmanuel Amuneke as Grand Ambassador to Lead Imo’s Sports Revolution
In a bold move to strengthen sports development in Imo State, Governor Hope Uzodimma has appointed Olympic gold medalist and former African Footballer of...
Oweh Foundation Hosts American Football Clinic in Lagos
Over 100 young athletes participated in a two-day American Football clinic organized by the Oweh Foundation at the Elegbata Sports Complex, Lagos Island. The...
Spanish Clubs Alavés and Elche Eye Nigerian Striker Umar Sadiq
Spanish La Liga side Deportivo Alavés and newly-promoted Elche CF are reportedly locked in a transfer tussle to secure the services of Nigerian international...
Rev. Fr. Mbaka Anoints SC Freiburg’s Junior Adamu During Homecoming Visit To Enugu
Austrian international footballer Junior Adamu Chukwubuike, currently playing for SC Freiburg in the German Bundesliga, received a spiritual anointing from Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka...
Nigerian Goalkeeper Samuel James Impresses With 10 Saves In Finland’s Ykkös Liiga Despite 2–1 Loss To FK-35
Former Malvon Football Academy goalkeeper Samuel James delivered a standout performance for SJK Seinäjoki II in Finland’s Ykkös Liiga, making 10 saves in a...
President Federation Cup 2025: Ticket Prices Revealed as Teams Chase Glory and Continental Qualification
Anticipation is building ahead of the grand finale of the 2025 President Federation Cup, scheduled for Saturday, June 28 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena,...
Rangers International Set to Launch Women’s Team: Amobi Ezeaku Leads Strategic Talks in Egypt
The historic Rangers International Football Club of Enugu is taking a bold step towards gender inclusion and football development as the club prepares to...
29 Days to Go: Africa’s Strongest Athletes Set to Storm Abuja for Armwrestling Showdown
The countdown has officially begun! In just 29 days, Abuja will host the most anticipated strength sport event on the continent—the 14th African Armwrestling...
Asaba Retains Hosting Rights for National Youth Games, Set for Third Consecutive Staging in 2025
For the third year running, Asaba will play host to Nigeria’s premier grassroots sports event, the 9th National Youth Games (NYG), scheduled to hold...
Tunji Mohammed Urges Kwara United to End 49-Year Wait, Make History in President Federation Cup Final
As Kwara United Football Club prepares for their historic clash in the 2025 President Federation Cup final, prominent businessman and philanthropist, Mallam Tunji Mohammed...
Danladi Rallies Support for Kwara United Ahead of Federation Cup Final, Calls for North Central Unity in Sports
As anticipation builds for the 2025 President Federation Cup final, Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice of Nasarawa State, Barr. Isaac Danladi, has thrown...
Tobi Oniyide Shatters Personal Best with Electrifying Run at Star Athletics Sprint Series
Life University’s sprint sensation, Tobi Oniyide, delivered a standout performance at the Star Athletics Sprint Series, clocking a blistering 10.24 seconds (+2.0) in the...
Stanley Nwabali: ‘Being Nigerian Won’t Win Games’—Super Eagles Still Eye World Cup Qualification
Super Eagles first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has delivered a grounded yet hopeful message to Nigerian fans regarding the nation’s 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes. Following...
Joseph Yobo Reflects On Goodison Debut and Merseyside Glory Ahead of Everton’s Move
As Everton FC prepares to leave its historic home, Goodison Park, former Nigerian international and club legend Joseph Yobo took a moment to reflect...
Onyedika Relishes ‘Husband and Wife’ Battle Against Arokodare, Eager for Next Season
Nigerian midfielder Raphael Onyedika has reflected positively on the just-concluded football season, calling it a “good one” both personally and for his club, Club...
Super Falcons Won’t Take Any Team For Granted At WAFCON 2025 – Justin Madugu
A stunning goalless draw away to Portugal on Monday night in Lisbon appeared to confirm the Super Falcons' readiness for this year's Women's Africa...
Super Falcons Hold Portugal to a 0–0 Draw in Lisbon Friendly Ahead of WAFCON
Nigeria's Super Falcons kicked off their preparation for the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with a composed performance in a goalless draw against...
Eight Teams Set For 2025 Lagos Supremacy Cup in November
Football fever is set to grip Lagos as eight formidable teams prepare to battle for dominance in the much-anticipated Lagos Supremacy Cup, scheduled to...
NLO Confirms City FC, 3 Other Promoted Teams From Northern Conference to NNL
Four teams from the Northern Conference have secured their spots in the Nigeria National League for the upcoming season after qualifying from the 2025...
Tobi Amusan Returns to the Track in Ostrava with Eyes Set on Another Big Time
Nigeria’s sprint hurdling sensation and World Record holder, Tobi Amusan, is set to return to action on Tuesday, June 25, as she lines up...
NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko Outlines Strategy To Prevent Another Favour Ofili ‘Defection’ Saga
The chairman of Nigeria's National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has admitted that he is sad about the shock decision by fast-rising female...
Philip Shaibu Promises Huge Overhaul At NIS, Queries Lack Of Recognition By CAF
The new director-general at the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Honourable Philip Shaibu, has promised to introduce a massive overhaul at the citadel for...
Wikki Tourists FC Congratulates Warinje FC on Promotion to Nigeria National League
Wikki Tourists Football Club has extended a message of congratulations to Warinje FC following the club’s successful promotion to the Nigeria National League (NNL)...
Stallions End Africa Men’s Sevens With Jollof Derby Victory, Secure 7th Place Finish
The Stallions of Nigeria concluded their 2025 Africa Men’s Sevens Rugby campaign on a winning note, defeating regional rivals Ghana 19–12 in a spirited...
Aremu-Led RCCG Gbagada Sports Team to Use Sports as a Vehicle of Evangelism, Youth Engagement and Empowerment
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Region 2, Gbagada, has unveiled an ambitious plan to leverage sports as a vehicle for evangelism, youth...
Outrage As Suspended Kickboxing Leader Risks Athletes’ Lives In Unauthorized Trip to Cameroon
Amid a period of national mourning following the tragic deaths of athletes and officials from Kano State in a recent road accident, fresh outrage...
Why Monday Gift Was Dropped – Super Falcons Coach Justin Madugu Speaks on Squad Ahead of 2025 WAFCON
As the 13th edition of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) draws closer, Super Falcons head coach, Justin Madugu, has shed light on...
Nigeria Can Rival China in Weightlifting – Olympic Gold Medalist Maged Salama
Globally renowned weightlifting coach and former Olympic gold medalist, Maged Salama, has declared that Nigeria possesses the raw talent and potential to challenge world...
WTT Contender Lagos 2025 Unveils Stellar Lineup as Top Global Stars Vie For 100k Dollars Top Prize
The much-anticipated 2025 WTT Contender Lagos is set to dazzle fans with a world-class lineup as the tournament returns to Nigeria’s commercial hub from...
Ogunmodede Declares: Any Club That Wants Goals Next Season Should Go For Osimhen
Super Eagles' assistant coach, Daniel Ogunmodede has added his voice to an ongoing debate about the next port of call for in-form top striker,...
Sunday Oliseh Declares: Let’s Put Our House Together To Enjoy Club World Cup Financial Benefits
Former Super Eagles' captain and coach, Sunday Ogochukwu Oliseh has come out with a suggestion on how Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) teams can...
Former NFF Top Shot Seyi Akinwunmi Faults Lack Of ‘Verve’ In Super Falcons’ WAFCON 2025 Build-up
A former first vice-president of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Barrister Seyi Akinwunmi has faulted what he called 'lack of verve' in the ongoing countdown...
Ronaldo, Messi, Neymar Are Legends; I Love Them So Much – Osimhen
While transfer speculations keep swirling round Super Eagles' striker, Victor Osimhen, the 2023 African Footballer of The Year has disclosed that there are three...
Continental Fencing Heavyweights Storm Nigeria for 23rd African Championships
Egypt and Tunisia, two of Africa’s fencing powerhouses, have arrived in Nigeria ahead of the 23rd African Fencing Championships, which will take place at...
Troost-Ekong Foundation’s “Play For Purpose” Charity Match Attracts Dignitaries, SSA Adeboye Commends Grassroots Impact
The Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan came alive over the weekend as the Troost-Ekong Foundation hosted its high-profile “Play for Purpose” charity football match,...
Emoefeme Odudu Named Top Scorer as Liverpool U11s Win Portugal UnderCup MONAÇÃO
Liverpool U11 attacker Emoefeme Odudu, of Nigerian descent, emerged as the top goal scorer at the just-concluded Portugal UnderCup MONAÇÃO, helping his team secure...
Felix Danebo Signs with Clube Atlético de Macedo de Cavaleiros in Portugal
Nigerian forward Felix Danebo has officially joined Clube Atlético de Macedo de Cavaleiros, competing in Portugal’s Segunda Divisão Série Norte, the third tier of...
Osayi Kingdom Shines on League Debut, Keeps Fifth Consecutive Clean Sheet for Assyriska Södertälje
Nigerian goalkeeper Osayi Kingdom continued his impressive start to life in Sweden, recording a fifth consecutive clean sheet as Assyriska Södertälje held Sollentuna FK...
Siasia vs Mikel Rio 2016 Chartered Flight Saga: Former Sports Minister Dalung Clears the Air
Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has addressed the long-standing controversy surrounding the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, specifically the alleged chartered...
“Unless They Kill God”: Daniel Daga Reacts After Scoring First League Goal for Molde
Nigerian midfielder Daniel Daga has opened his goal account in the Norwegian Eliteserien, scoring his first league goal for Molde FK in their dramatic...
AFN Reacts to Favour Ofili’s Alleged Nationality Switch, Expresses Regret and Disappointment
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has expressed shock and deep disappointment over reports that top Nigerian sprinter, Favour Ofili, is seeking to switch...
African Gaming Startups Attracting Tech Capital
Gaming startups across Africa are growing fast. These companies mix local culture, mobile tools, and scalable software to reach wide audiences. The shift from...
Team Nigeria Unveils Squad For 23rd African Fencing Championships
The Nigeria Fencing Federation has announced a 12-member squad for the 23rd African Fencing Championships, scheduled to take place at Charterhouse Lagos from June...
