Former Golden Eaglets’ Captain Fortune Chukwudi Wants Strong Youth Development Structure In Nigeria
Former captain of Nigeria's cadet national team the Golden Eaglets, Fortune Chukwudi has charged administrators of the game to ensure they develop a strong...
Flying Eagles Squad Named for Egypt 2025 Africa U20 Cup of Nations
Head Coach Aliyu Zubairu has unveiled a strong 24-man squad for Nigeria’s campaign at the 2025 Africa U20 Cup of Nations in Egypt, with...
AFA President Launches Armwrestling Academy in Accra, Calls On African Nations To Develop Grassroots Talent
In a bold step toward sustaining the rapid growth of armwrestling across the continent, President of the Armwrestling Federation of Africa (AFA), Mr. Charles...
Swim For Life: Nigeria Aquatics Federation Announces National Junior Swimming Championships in Abuja
The Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF), in collaboration with the National Sports Commission, has announced the staging of the National Junior Swimming Championships themed “Swim...
NSF to Hold Between November and December as Council Approves Fixed Calendar and Streamlined Sports List
In a bid to enhance the operational effectiveness and overall performance of Nigerian athletes, the National Council on Sports has approved a fixed timeline...
Federation Launches IBOM Rowing, Canoeing & Sailing Club at Ibom Hotels Marina Waterfront During Niger Delta Sports Festival
In a major step toward promoting water sports and tourism in the Niger Delta region, the Federation officially launched the IBOM Rowing, Canoeing &...
Veteran Journalist Femi Fasetire Plans Football Development Project For Rural Talents
A veteran sports writer, editor and broadcaster, Sam O'Femi Fasetire has disclosed his latest idea for Nigeria's youth football development, which he said will...
Nigeria’s Under 18 and 20 Women Handball Coaches Release Final Team Lists Ahead of IHF Women’s Trophy Zonal Phase Championship
Coaches of Nigeria's under 18 and women handball teams have released their final lists of 14 players respectively ahead of the IHF Women's Trophy...
WBC Grand Prix: Yusuf Adisa, Idris Timilehin to Start Season Against Mexican Opponents
Nigerian boxing prospects Yusuf Adisa Adeniji and Idris Timilehin are set to take center stage at the inaugural WBC Boxing Grand Prix, which runs...
2025 ITTF World Cup: Africa’s Journey Ends as Quadri Aruna Falls to Källberg
Africa's hopes at the 2025 ITTF World Cup came to an end on Wednesday as Nigeria’s Quadri Aruna—Africa’s last man standing—was eliminated following a...
Nigeria Scrabble Inter Club Challenge: Surprise Package Yenagoa Scrabble Club to Face Gateway SC In Final Showdown
The surprised package of the 2025 Nigeria Scrabble Federation Inter Club finals Yenagoa Scrabble Club, will face Gateway SC in the grand finale of...
Kiki Iriafen Reveals Secrets Of Her Amazing Breakthrough In USA’s WNBA Draft
Los Angeles, USA-born fast-rising female basketball ace, Okikiola 'Kiki' Iriafen has revealed secrets of her amazing breakthrough as number four overall first round pick...
Daniel Bameiyi Sets Double Target For Flying Eagles At U20 AFCON In Egypt
Flying Eagles' captain, Daniel Bameiyi has revealed that he will be heading to this year's African U20 Cup of Nations in Egypt with two...
Coach Warri Charles Eyes Sixth Straight Win as D Shack FA Clash with FC Bethel Sporting
D Shack FA head coach, Warri Charles, is off to a dream start in the ongoing Dynasty Scouting League (DSL) 2025 Season One. Since taking...
NWFL Premiership MD 12 Wrap: Benue Queens In Historic NWFL Win as Naija Ratels Pip Robo Queens to throw Super Six Race Open
Newcomers Benue Queens recorded their first-ever win in the 2024/25 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership season following a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ibom...
Ogun SWAN Urges Government to Maximise Upgrades at MKO Stadium, Advocate for FIFA Goal Project Revival
The Ogun State Chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has applauded the Ogun State Government for its infrastructural strides ahead of...
Emmanuel James Delivers Season’s Best 20.90s Performance at the Potch Invitational
Nigeria’s rising sprint sensation Emmanuel James continued his upward trajectory on the track, clocking a season’s best of 20.90 seconds to finish second in...
President Federation Cup: Dominant Second Half Sees Ikorodu City FC Eliminate Beyond Limits to Zoom into Quarter-Finals
Ikorodu City FC continues to make history in the 2025 President Federation Cup with a commanding 2-0 victory over Beyond Limits FA in the...
Commendations Trail George Aluo-Led NNL Board as Third Awards Ceremony Shines in Abuja
The George Aluo -led Board of the Nigeria National League (NNL) received widespread praise during its third Annual Awards Ceremony held in Abuja on...
President Federation Cup: Kwara United Crush Solution FC 3-0 to Reach Quarterfinals
Kwara United have secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the President Federation Cup after a commanding 3-0 victory over Solution FC in Benin...
Flamingos Set for Crucial U17 World Cup Qualifier Clash with Algeria in Ikenne
Nigeria’s U17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, are intensifying preparations ahead of their crucial FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifying fixture against Algeria. The first...
NSF Inter Club Challenge: Defending champions of Pyramid Scrabble Club of Lagos Crash Out
The defending champions of the Nigeria Scrabble Federation Inter Club Challenge, Pyramid SC of Lagos has crashed out of the competition,Sports247 reports. Read Also: John...
John Dosu’s Tips for Goalkeepers: Protecting Your Fingers
As a goalkeeper, your fingers take a lot of punishment—powerful shots, awkward saves, and sudden impacts. Here's how to keep them safe and in...
12 Teams Compete For Glory in RAAF Lagos Female Unity Cup
The groups for the RAAF Lagos Female Unity Cup were established on the Tuesday, April 15th. Read Also: Okocha Joins Exciting Countdown Towards Nigeria’s Latest...
Okocha Joins Exciting Countdown Towards Nigeria’s Latest ‘Jollof Rice’ Clash With Ghana
Nigeria's former men's senior national team captain, Austin 'Jay Jay' Okocha has joined in making comments as part of what he referred to as...
Super Eagles’ Coaches Unpaid Salaries Controversy: Fatai Amoo Speaks
As controversy rages over a report in some sections of sports social media that former Super Eagles coach, 'Chairman' Christian Chukwu, was being owed...
Unleash Live Betting Your Wins with Waddibet
In Nigeria’s dynamic online betting arena, staying ahead of the game demands more than a passion for sports—it requires smart, real-time engagement. Waddibet is...
BREAKING: Wheelchair Basketball Added as Medal-Winning Sport for 2024 National Sports Festival by Host State
In a landmark decision announced during the Extra Ordinary Meeting of the National Council on Sports held today in Abeokuta, Ogun State, the host...
National Sports Festival Update: How Rugby Was Knocked Out Less Than 24 Hours After Its Inclusion
Fresh facts have emerged in the shocking saga that saw rugby knocked out of the forthcoming National Sports Festival in Abeokuta, less than 24...
BREAKING: Rugby Dropped from 2024 National Sports Festival After Council Meeting in Abeokuta
In a stunning reversal, rugby has been dropped from the lineup of the 2024 National Sports Festival following an Extra Ordinary Meeting of the...
NWFL Premiership MD12: Robo Queens, Remo Stars, Nasarawa Amazons Eye Super Six Berths as Playoff Race Intensifies
As the 2025 NWFL Premiership season heads into its final stretch, Matchday 12 on Wednesday promises high drama and decisive moments, with just three...
Mali Dislodge Burkina Faso to Set Up Final Showdown with Host Morocco at TotalEnergies U-17 AFCON
The stage is now set for a thrilling final between two of the tournament’s standout teams as Mali faces Morocco on Saturday, 19 April,...
Egypt Selected to Host Inaugural International Federation of American Football (IFAF) African Flag Football Championships
The International Federation of American Football (IFAF) is delighted to announce Egypt as the host nation for the inaugural 2025 IFAF African Flag Football...
Time to Rethink CAF U-17 World Cup Qualification System as Africa Presents 10 Teams Without Nigeria, It’s Most Successful Side
For the first time in the expanded history of the FIFA U-17 World Cup, ten teams from Africa will participate on the global stage,...
Meet the Nigerian Goalkeeper Dominating League One: Arthur Okonkwo Keeps a Record 17 Clean Sheets
Arthur Okonkwo is making waves in English football! The 22-year-old Wrexham AFC shot-stopper has officially kept more clean sheets than any other goalkeeper in...
Rising Star Christopher Ellah Signs First Pro Contract with FK Minija in Lithuania
Nigeria’s rising football star, Christopher Ellah, has officially signed his first professional contract with FK Minija, a club in Lithuania’s I Lyga, marking the...
Nigerian Talent Tom Edozie Strikes Brilliant Free-Kick to Earn Wolves U21 Draw Against Man United
Nigerian descent midfielder Tom Edozie delivered a moment of magic as his sensational free-kick secured a valuable 1-1 draw for Wolverhampton Wanderers U21 against...
Prostar Sports International Drives Recognition at NNL February Awards
Prostar Sports International once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to grassroots football development as it powered the third edition of the prestigious NNL Prostar/Sportslight...
NSC Applauds Ogun State’s Readiness for Gateway Games 2024
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has commended Ogun State for its high level of preparedness ahead of the 22nd edition of the National Sports...
Indebted Players Groan as Players’ Status Arbitration Rulings Gathers Dust in NFF Secretariat Seven Weeks After Hearing
Seven weeks after the conclusion of hearings by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Players' Status and Arbitration Committee (PSAC), affected players, coaches, clubs and...
“AJ Will Invest Wisely”: Nigerians React as Anthony Joshua Poses with Aliko Dangote and Femi Otedola
Nigerians have taken to social media in excitement after a photo of British-Nigerian boxing champion Anthony Joshua with Nigerian business moguls Aliko Dangote and...
Tinubu’s Aide on Grassroots Sports, Adeboye Adeyinka, Champions Youth Empowerment at LEEP Summit in Abuja
The Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Grassroots Sports Development, Adeboye Anthony Adeyinka, was among the key dignitaries at the Labour...
Rugby Returns to National Sports Festival Line-Up After Unanimous Approval
In a major boost for the Nigerian sporting community, rugby has officially been reinstated into the lineup of the 2024 National Sports Festival, themed...
Katsina Governor Lights Torch of Unity, Affirms Full Participation in Ogun 2025 National Sports Festival
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umar Radda, has officially lit the Torch of Unity, signifying the state’s commitment to participate in the upcoming 2025...
WHITEROSE Group partners RAAF Lagos Female Unity Cup
WHITEROSE Group has established a partnership with the organizers of the Raliat Anako Abdulsalam Foundation (RAAF) Lagos Female Unity Cup. Read Also: Quiet Revolution, Loud...
Quiet Revolution, Loud Results: How Visionary Leadership is Transforming Nigerian Sports
There is a quiet revolution reshaping the landscape of Nigerian sports. At its core is a bold, forward-thinking strategy by the National Sports Commission...
NSC’s Vision Pays Off as Team Nigeria Dominates ITTF Para Tournament in Jordan
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has commended Team Nigeria’s stellar performance at the recently concluded ITTF World Para Future Tournament in Amman, Jordan, where...
Nigeria Conclude ITTF World Para Future in Jordan With Five Gold Medals
Nigeria reaffirmed its status as a top nation in para table tennis at the recently concluded ITTF World Para Future in Amman, Jordan. The team...
Bruno Onyeamachi Clinches First League Title with Olympiakos After Victory Over AEK Athens
Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyeamachi is celebrating his first major league title after helping Olympiakos secure the Greek Super League crown with a crucial...
Aruna Eyes Revenge Against Swedish Kallberg at 2025 ITTF World Cup
Quadri Aruna is determined to break his losing streak against Sweden’s Anton Kallberg when they face off on Wednesday, April 16, in the Group...
