Trasfer Gossip: Mourinho’s Fenerbahçe Eyes €75 Million Swoop for Galatasaray’s Star Striker Victor Osimhen
Fenerbahçe, under the leadership of José Mourinho, is reportedly preparing a significant €75 million bid to acquire Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen from Napoli, aiming...
Mathematical Osigwe’s Solo Strike Lifts Edo Queens Over Bayelsa in Super 6 Thriller
In a tightly contested Super 6 encounter at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State, Edo Queens edged past Bayelsa Queens 1-0, thanks...
NSC Unveils LOC for 2025 African U18/U20 Athletics Championship in Abeokuta
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially announced the formation of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the 3rd edition of the combined African...
Taiwo Awoniyi Wakes from Induced Coma After Emergency Abdominal Surgery
Nigerian international and Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has regained consciousness after being placed in an induced coma following emergency surgery to repair a...
Cyriel Dessers Singles Out a Teammate For Praise After Hitting 50-Goal Mark for Rangers
Super Eagles and Rangers striker, Cyriel Dessers, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to teammate and captain James Tavernier after reaching a major milestone of 50...
Kano Contingent Set for Gateway Games: Acting Chairman Joins Road Trip to Inspire Athletes
The 22nd edition of the National Sports Festival, tagged "Gateway Games," is set to hold in Abeokuta, Ogun State, from May 16 to 30,...
NLO25: Magic Stars Seal Playoff Spot in Style at Lagos Legacy A Center
Magic Stars FC have emphatically booked their place in the Nationwide League One (NLO) playoff with a dominant 5-0 victory over Smart City Feeders...
Just-In: Nigeria Adds Three More Medals in Omnium at African Track Championships
Nigeria’s cyclists continued their strong showing at the ongoing African Track Championships in Cairo, Egypt, with a stellar performance in the Omnium event—one of...
Emmanuel Moses Shines as Sigma Olomouc Clinch MOL Cup Victory Over Sparta Prague
Former Super Stars Football Academy of Uyo player, Emmanuel Moses, has made headlines after helping his club, Sigma Olomouc, secure a historic 3-1 victory...
Flying Eagles Must Go All Out In Order To Defeat South Africa – Manu Garba
Nigeria's gold medal-winning coach at the 2013 FIFA U17 World Cup in United Arab Emirates, Manu Garba has joined the large array of soccer...
Samson Siasia Speaks: What Flying Eagles Must Do In Order To Beat South Africa
Silver medal-winning coach of the Flying Eagles at the 2005 FIFA U20 World Cup in Netherlands, Samson Yebowei Siasia has opened up on what...
NWFL SUPER-6: Nasarawa Amazons’ Janet Akekeromowei Targets Goal Number 5 Against Remo Ladies
All eyes will this Thursday be on Nasarawa Amazons of Lafia's new scoring sensation, Janet Akekoromowei, as the lanky lass aims to hit home...
Victor Osimhen Shatters Records as Galatasaray Clinches Turkish Cup Glory
Nigerian sensation Victor Osimhen capped off a phenomenal season in style, scoring twice to lead Galatasaray to a commanding 3-0 victory over Trabzonspor in...
Maryann Ogochukwu Makes History with Brace in Macedonian Women’s Cup Final Victory
Nigerian forward Maryann Ogochukwu Ohadiwe etched her name into the history books on Sunday as she became the first Nigerian female footballer to score...
Gateway Games 2024: Ogun State Ignites a New Era of Sports, Unity, and Economic Revival
In less than a day, Ogun State will throw open its gates to destiny as the much-anticipated Gateway Games 2024 comes alive—marking the dawn...
From Arm Wrestling Prodigy to Weightlifting Powerhouse: Sarah Ovayioza Matthew Eyes Olympic Gold
With gold medals around her neck and fire in her eyes, Sarah Ovayioza Matthew is proving to be one of Nigeria’s brightest sporting sensations. A...
“It’s More Than an Award – It’s a Dream’: Tolu Arokodare Reacts After Winning 2025 Ebony Shoe
Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare has been crowned the winner of the 2025 Ebony Shoe, awarded annually to the best African or African-descent footballer in...
10 Year Old Gbemisola Leah-Pedro Shines at Ontario Fencing Circuit in Canada
Nigeria’s presence in international fencing continues to grow, as 10-year-old Gbemisola Leah-Pedro made an impressive debut at the Ontario Circuit Fencing competition in Canada. Competing...
Stalemate in Ijebu Ode: Adamimogo FC, Ekiti United Share Spoils as NLO Playoff Race Tightens
Adamimogo FC and Ekiti United battled to a hard-fought 0-0 draw in their second fixture at the Ijebu Ode Center Playoffs on Wednesday, keeping...
OGWAMA Launches 24-Hour Clean-Up Ahead of Gateway Games 2024 in Ogun State
The Ogun State Waste Management Authority (OGWAMA) has commenced a special 24-hour clean-up operation in preparation for the 22nd National Sports Festival, "Gateway Games...
Kwara’s Pride, Nigeria’s Fighter: Governor AbdulRazaq Leads Prayers for Taiwo Awoniyi’s Recovery
As the football world unites in support, heartfelt prayers continue to pour in for Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi, who is...
#StayOsimhen: Galatasaray Fans Launch Emotional Campaign to Keep Nigerian Star in Istanbul
In a stunning show of passion and unity, Galatasaray fans have launched the trending hashtag #StayOsimhen across X (formerly Twitter), urging Nigerian striker Victor...
Ridwan Popoola Eyes UEFA Champions League After Helping Kisvárda FC Secure Promotion
Nigerian midfielder Ridwan Popoola has set his sights on playing in the UEFA Champions League after playing a key role in Kisvárda FC’s promotion...
NLO Cancels Suspicious 15–2 Match, Suspends Campos FC, A&A FC, and Officials Indefinitely
Following a discreet investigation into the Nationwide League One (NLO) match held on May 9, 2025, at the AKWA Center between CAMPOS FC and...
Nigerian Talent Brenden Ifeanyi Signs First Professional Contract with Lithuanian Club FK Sveikata
Rising Nigerian footballer, Brenden Ifeanyi, has officially signed his first professional contract with FK Sveikata, a historic football club in Lithuania. The 19-year-old midfielder, a...
Lagos’s Athletes Intensify Preparations Ahead National Sports Festival
With the 22nd National Sports Festival draws closer, Lagos State athletes are undergoing intensive training at various designated venues in preparation for the prestigious...
NNL Rules Final League Games In Conferences C and D to Hold Simultaneously
In a move aimed at preserving the integrity of the League, the Nigeria National League (NNL) has directed that all final day fixtures in...
Nigeria Partners European Giants to Revamp Moshood Abiola Stadium to Global Standards
In a significant move aligned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR’s vision for sustainable sports development, the National Sports Commission (NSC) has taken concrete...
MTN Champs Lights the Torch: Private Sector Tipped as Key to Reviving Nigerian Grassroots Sports
The path to Nigeria’s sporting future blazed brightly at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium as the grand finale of the MTN Champs Season 3 unfolded...
Brighton’s Rising Star, Nigeria’s Future No. 1: The Comfort Erhabor Story
Brighton & Hove Albion Women have welcomed back one of their brightest young talents — 19-year-old goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor — as preparations heat up...
Flying Eagles Need Prayers, Joint Efforts To Overcome South Africa – Soga Sambo
Former youth international, Soga Sambo has advised players and coaches of the Flying Eagles to pray hard and work together in order to overcome...
2025 FIBA Afrobasket: Olumide Oyedeji Tips D’Tigers for Glory Despite Tough Pool
Despite being drawn in a tough pool which has Madagascar, Tunisia and Cameroon, FIBA Ambassador and Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) board member, Olumide Oyedeji,...
Remo Ladies’ Coach Wemimo Matthew Stays Upbeat, Despite 2-0 Loss To Bayelsa Queens
Remo Queens of Ikenne coach, Wemimo Matthew is staying upbeat about her team's chances of winning this year's Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Super-6...
New Leadership Takes Over Greater Accra Armwrestling Association
In a strategic move to enhance the development of armwrestling within the Greater Accra Region, the Ghana Armwrestling Federation (GAF) has appointed a new...
How The Quartet Marched Into TotalEnergies CAF U20 AFCON Semi-Finals
The semi-final line-up for the TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2025 is set, with Egypt, Morocco, Nigeria, and South Africa emerging...
Africa set for double football feast in 2025 as CHAN and U20 World Cup lineups confirmed
The stage is now set for a sizzling summer of African football glory, with the final lineups confirmed for both the 2025 African Nations...
Golden Grip: How African Arm Wrestling Is Flexing Its Muscles on the Global Stage”
Once a playground test of brawn and bravado, arm wrestling is muscling its way into the African sporting spotlight — and it’s doing so...
NSC Sends Prayers and Praise as Taiwo Awoniyi Battles Injury After Premier League Collision
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has extended heartfelt sympathy and national solidarity to Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi, who is currently undergoing intensive medical...
Nigeria Gears Up to Host Historic World Athletics Africa Road Running Conference – Top Committee Unveiled
In a significant stride towards global sports recognition, Nigeria has officially set the wheels in motion for its hosting of the prestigious World Athletics...
El Clásico Electrifies Lagos: Barça’s Copa Comeback Unites Nigerian Fans In Unforgettable Night
In a pulsating fusion of football and festivity, Lagos transformed into a vibrant hub of Spanish football fervor as hundreds of fans congregated at...
“Make It Double” – Tinubu’s Grassroots Sports Aide Urges Flying Eagles to Stay Focused Ahead of AFCON U-20 Final
Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeboye Anthony Adeyinka, has charged Nigeria’s Flying Eagles to maintain full...
China, Nigeria Deepen Sports Ties After World Relays Visa Setback
In a renewed show of diplomatic goodwill, the Chinese Government has taken significant steps to strengthen bilateral relations with Nigeria following the visa issues...
Emem Essien Inspires Edo Queens to Super Six Revival with Brace Against Naija Ratels
Emem Essien delivered a stunning performance to lead Edo Queens to a crucial 2-0 comeback victory over Naija Ratels in their third match of...
Flying Eagles Ready for Amajita Showdown as Zubairu Promises Improved Performance
Nigeria U20 head coach Aliyu Zubairu has promised an even better performance from his team when they face South Africa’s Amajita in the first...
Bayelsa to Unveil Ultra Modern Table Tennis Facility, Names Strong Squad for Gateway Games 2024
Bayelsa State is set to commission a state-of-the-art table tennis hall, equipped with a lounge, restaurant, changing rooms, a 150-seat capacity stand, and a...
EEAST Convener Egbele Calls For Healthy Competition As National Sports Festival Begins This Friday
South-West Zonal Coordinator and a board member of the Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF) Emmanuel Egbele has called on all participants at the 22nd National...
Oloyede Urges Flying Eagles to Keep Grinding Ahead of World Cup Bid
Former Nigerian youth international Taiwo Oloyede has praised the Flying Eagles for reaching the semi-finals of the U-20 AFCON, while reminding them that qualification...
Flying Eagles Secure U-20 World Cup Spot, Immediately Scout Semi-Final Foes
Flying Eagles media officer Sharif Abdullah has confirmed that Nigeria’s under-20 side has achieved its primary objective in Egypt—securing qualification for the 2025 FIFA...
Team MTN wins 16 medals, claims 2nd Junior title at MTN CHAMPS Grand Final
It was a thrilling conclusion to MTN CHAMPS Season 3 for athletes at the MoC Athletics Academy - Team MTN, as the squad delivered...
Former Flying Eagles Midfielder Nicolas Jonathan Applauds Team’s World Cup Qualification
Ex-Flying Eagles midfielder Nicolas Jonathan has praised Nigeria’s U-20 squad for securing their place at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup, following their hard-fought...
