Beyond Limits Eye Another Upset, Face Ikorodu City as President Federation Cup Returns with Round of 16 Action
The 2024 President Federation Cup resumes this week with thrilling Round of 16 encounters scheduled across various venues nationwide. One of the headline fixtures features...
WAFCON: NFF In Deep Slumber, Falcons Duly Deserve Better
The Super Eagles are the biggest sports brand in Nigeria. This is not in doubt because of the huge following the game enjoys in...
NFF to organize Coach Educators’ programme in June
The Nigeria Football Federation has secured the approval of the Confederation of African Football to organize a CAF Educators’ Course between 16th and 25th...
Morocco 2025: Flamingos step up preparations as Algeria’s U17 contingent flies into Lagos
Nigeria’s U17 girls, Flamingos, have stepped up preparations for this weekend’s FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup final qualifying round, first leg clash with their...
“We Are in Benin City Not as tourists” Central Scrabble Club of Abuja Captain Francis Molokwu Declares Title Ambition as NSF Inter-Club Finals Kick Off
The 2025 Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF) Inter-Club Finals officially kicked off today at Florence Hotel and Suites, Benin City, Edo State, with eight elite...
Bendel Insurance, Rangers Set for Federation Cup Showdown In Lagos
Football lovers in Lagos are in for a thrilling spectacle this Wednesday, April 16, 2025, as two of Nigeria's most historic clubs — Bendel...
Arthur Okonkwo Crowned Player of the Month as He Powers Wrexham to Championship Promotion
Arthur Okonkwo’s rise from a promising Arsenal prospect to a key figure in Wrexham AFC’s fairytale ascent continues to captivate fans across the football...
2025 Nigeria Scrabble Federation Inter-Club Finals Kick Off with Eight Teams in Benin City
The 2025 Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF) Inter-Club Finals officially began today at Florence Hotel and Suites, Benin City, Edo State, with eight top-tier teams...
Four Nigerian Boxers to Make History in Maiden Riyadh Season WBC Boxing Grand Prix
Four talented Nigerian boxers are set to make history as they represent the nation in the inaugural Riyadh Season WBC Boxing Grand Prix, Sports247...
Prickleball: The Next Big Thing in Low-Stress Competitive Fun
In a world where people are craving connection, movement, and mindfulness, Prickleball is quietly making waves as the next feel-good phenomenon. Imagine the fun of...
Prostar Sports International Backs NNL Monthly Awards Ceremony, Set to Celebrate Excellence in Abuja
Prostar Sports International, in its continued drive to promote excellence and reward performance across Nigeria’s football leagues, is partnering with the Nigeria National League...
2025 ITTF World Cup: Aruna, Other Africa Table Tennis Stars in Victorious Start in Macau
Africa’s table tennis stars Dina Meshref, Hana Goda, and Quadri Aruna made a strong start at the 2025 ITTF World Cup, securing impressive victories...
GOLD ALERT: Akingbemisilu, Obazuaye Win Gold as More Medals Roll in For Nigeria at ITTF World Para in Jordan
Faith Obazuaye and Bolawa Akingbemisilu added two gold medals to Nigeria’s tally at the ITTF World Para Future in Amman, Jordan. They emerged as champions...
Exclusive: Agege Stadium Gets New Contractor, Renovation Completion Date Revealed
In a significant development for Lagos sports infrastructure, the long-abandoned Agege Stadium has been handed over to a new contractor, signaling a fresh start...
NPFL: Nasarawa United Gets 3.5 Million Naira Cash Reward for Plateau United Win as Coach Salisu Stays Focused on Surviving Relegation Battle
Nasarawa United boosted their Nigeria Premier Football League survival hopes with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Plateau United on match-day 33, earning them a...
NWFL Premiership: Red-Hot Ajakaye Closes Gap on Olamide in Golden Boot Race
The race for the 2024 NWFL Premiership Golden Boot is intensifying as Remo Stars Ladies’ forward Bolaji Olamide remains in the lead with nine...
NPFL Hits Nasarawa United with Stadium Ban and Fines Over Security Breaches
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has imposed strict sanctions on Nasarawa United following multiple breaches of the league’s Framework and Rules during their...
2025 President Federation Cup: Remo Stars Ladies Face Dannaz Ladies as NFF Releases Round of 16 Fixtures
The stage is set for thrilling action in the 2025 President Federation Cup as the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has released the official fixtures...
Team Ogun Wins 2025 National Scrabble Festival In Benin
Ogun State Scrabble Team has claimed the State title at the 2025 Asaph Zadok National Scrabble Festival after emerging with the lowest Mean Rank...
Shedrack Akpeki Clocks Personal Best of 10.37s in 100m, Signals Rising Sprint Form
Nigerian sprinter Shedrack Akpeki continues to show promising form this season, clocking a new personal best of 10.37s (2.8 m/s wind) to finish third...
Asaph Zadok National Championship: Edo State’s George Ezinore Rules Nigeria Most Prestigious Scrabble Competition
Edo State's George Ezinore has won the most glamorous and highly esteemed scrabble competition in Nigeria - the Asaph Zadok National Championship on Sunday,...
Lagos FA Honours Late Chairman Christian Chukwu With A Minute Silence
It was an epochal moment for late Nigerian football legend Christian Chukwu, as the Lagos State Football Association under the leadership of Hajji Gafar...
BPAN Announce Free Healthcare Program for Nigerian boxers, signs MOU with NIH
The Boxing Promoters Association Of Nigeria (BPAN) has unveiled a free healthcare package for Nigerian boxers under its welfare program "BPAN-Care". The body in...
Ajayi, Olawole, Nigerian Duo, Deliver Standout Performances With Wind-aided Personal Bests at 44 Farms Invitational
Nigerian sprinters Bamidele Ajayi and Olanrewaju Olawole, both sophomores at Eastern Michigan University, showcased their potential with impressive, wind-aided personal bests in the men’s...
2024/2025 NPFL: Top Five Things to Know from Matchday 33
Matchday 33 of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) wrapped up over the weekend, delivering major twists in the title race, continental qualification...
Veteran Sprinter Ogho-Oghene Egwero Storms to 100m Victory at Jet Relays 2025 in Texas
Nigerian sprint icon Ogho-Oghene Egwero proved once again that age is just a number as he stormed to victory in the men’s 100m at...
Jude Okafor Smashes 400m Personal Best, Dominates Relay at South Florida Invitational
Nigeria’s rising sprint sensation, Jude Okafor, continues to make headlines on the U.S. collegiate track circuit after delivering another strong performance at the South...
Christy Ucheibe Shines as Benfica Secures Fifth Consecutive Portuguese Liga BPI Title
Christy Ucheibe played a pivotal role in Benfica 3-0 victory over Valadares, helping the club clinch their fifth consecutive Portuguese Liga BPI title. The...
BAL 2025: Rivers Hoopers Defeat Stade Malien in Final Group Game, Stamp Championship Playoffs Ticket
Nigeria’s representative at the 2025 Basketball Africa League (BAL), Rivers Hoopers, have secured a place in the Championship Playoffs after a dominant 79–59 victory...
L.A Knights stay perfect as Warriors dominate — Flag Football Showtime Summer Series Heats Up at Midseason
The fireworks were loud and clear at Showtime Arena, Lekki, as Matchday 4 of the Flag Football Showtime Summer Series, sanctioned by the Nigeria...
MTN Champs Season 3 Lagos Continental Relays Conclude, Heads to Uyo for Grand Finale
The Lagos leg of the MTN Champs Season 3 Continental Relays concluded in grand style on Saturday, April 12, after days of intense track...
Four Sporting Coders Alumnae Secure University Places, CSED Initiative Vows Expansion
Four former participants in the CSED Initiative’s Sporting Coders pilot programme have gained admission to Nigerian universities, the Community Sports and Educational Development (CSED) Initiative...
Why ITTF Replaced Fatimo Bello as ITTF World Cup Begins in Macao
Nigerian table tennis star Fatimo Bello will not compete in the ITTF World Cup in Macao due to visa complications, Sports247 reports. In a swift...
Showtime Flag Football: “They Gave Us a Fight” – Afeye Momoh Reflects on Hard-Fought LA Knights Victory Over Resilient Off SZN Athletics
The LA Knights maintained their perfect record in the Showtime Flag Football League after running to a 41-13 win over Off SZN Athletics side...
CAF U20 AFCON New Draws: Nigeria Draws Morocco Again
The draws for the CAF U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) were held today in Cairo, Egypt, and Nigeria has once again been drawn...
Alabi Wins Nigeria’s First Gold at ITTF World Para in Jordan as Team Nigeria Hunt For More Glory
Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games bronze medalist Olufemi Alabi has secured Nigeria’s first gold medal at the ITTF World Para Future in Amman, Jordan. Meanwhile, Paris...
Uche Agada Returns to 36 Lion FC
Uche Agada has rejoined 36 Lion FC, the club where he began his football journey. READ ALSO: ITTF World Cup: Aruna, Omar, Meshref Lead Africa’s...
ITTF World Cup: Aruna, Omar, Meshref Lead Africa’s Armada to Macao 2025
ITTF World Cup: Aruna, Omar, and Meshref Lead Africa's Armada to Macao 2025, with Egypt leading the charge. Nigeria, Benin Republic, and Cameroon will also...
Handball Federation of Nigeria Releases List of U18, U20 Teams for IHF Women’s Trophy Zonal Phase in Abidjan
The Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has commenced intensive training camps for the national U18 and U20 women’s handball teams at Rowe Park Sports...
Hon. Adeleye Lukman Urges Youths to Embrace Sports as Tool Against Social Vices at Irete Owo Ila Festival
The Minority Leader of the Ogun State House of Assembly and representative of Odogbolu State Constituency, Hon. Adeleye Lukman, has encouraged Nigerian youths to...
12-Year-Old Abdulaleem Abdulsalam Shines Bright with Double Sprint Titles in Lagos
A rising star is making waves in the world of athletics, and his name is Abdulaleem Abdulsalam. The 12-year-old sprint sensation from Greensprings School,...
Emmanuel Badejo Dazzles at Sioux City Relays with Lightning-Fast 200m Personal Best, Sets Sights on 400m Breakthrough
Nigerian sprinter Emmanuel Badejo delivered a standout performance at the Sioux City Relays, storming to victory in the men’s 200m with a new personal...
Sprint Star Precious Nzeakor Claims Double Victory at Crimson Tide Invitational
Nigerian sprint sensation, Precious Nzeakor, delivered a dazzling performance at the Crimson Tide Invitational in Alabama, completing a dominant 100m/200m double to underline her...
Zadok National Scrabble Championship: Top Contenders Emerge as Chase for Green Jacket Reaches Final Day
As the curtains draw on the highly anticipated Zadok National Scrabble Championship in Edo State, the chase for the prestigious Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF)...
Nigeria Avoids Host Egypt as New CAF U-20 AFCON Draws Hold Today in Cairo
The Flying Eagles of Nigeria will not face host nation Egypt in the group stage of the upcoming CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations,...
NPFL Matchday 33: Top 3 Matches to Watch on Sunday As Abia Warriors Take On Rivers United in CAF Champions League Race
As the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) enters Matchday 33, all eyes are on the fierce battles, particularly the showdown between Abia Warriors and...
Lagos FA Boss Gafar Liameed Commiserates With NFF, Nigerians On Chairman Christian Chukwu’s Death
Nigerians and indeed, the football community in Nigeria and Africa are reeling in pains and shock over the death of Nigerian football legend Christian...
Williams Ignatius Of Divine Praise Football Academy Signs First Professional Contract with JK Tammeka Tartu In Estonia
In an exciting development for Nigerian football, Williams Ignatius, a promising talent from Lagos State’s Divine Praise Football Academy, has officially secured his first...
Chijioke Aniagboso’s Stunning Save Secures Vital Victory For Chornomorets Odesa, Extends Impressive Clean Sheet Streak
Former Nigeria U20 goalkeeper, Chijioke Aniagboso, proved to be the hero for his Ukrainian club, Chornomorets Odesa, with a standout performance that secured a...
Coach Ayere Sylvester: Nigeria’s Tactical Deficiency And The Path To Football Excellence
Coach Ayere Sylvester, a UEFA B licensed coach with experience both in Nigeria and abroad, has witnessed the shortcomings of the Nigerian football system...
