Nigerian Teenager Hafiz Umar Ibrahim Impresses In Ligue 1 Start For Stade de Reims
Nigerian teenager Hafiz Umar Ibrahim, born in Kano State, made his first Ligue 1 start for Stade de Reims in their narrow 1-0 loss...
Coach Yemi Olanrewaju Begins Final UEFA B Training In South Africa With Stellenbosch FC
Coach Olanrewaju Yemi Daniel—better known in football circles as Coach Yema—has officially kicked off the final and most crucial phase of his UEFA B...
Kaduna’s Own Tijani Mohammed Seals Vital Victory For Plymouth Argyle
In a high-stakes English Championship showdown at Home Park, 20-year-old Tijani Mohammed, born and raised in Kaduna, Nigeria, made headlines as he delivered a...
Drama in Adamawa: Hamidu’s Strike, Red Cards, And Chaos As FC Basira Edge Baffa Boys
The Makwada Stadium in Numan, Adamawa State was the scene of high drama and tension as FC Basira clinched a gritty 1-0 victory over...
50p Trim and a Threat to Slidercuts: Anthony Joshua’s Hilarious Nigerian Barber Adventure
British-Nigerian boxing champion Anthony Joshua turned a simple haircut into an internet sensation during his recent visit to Nigeria — and threw in a...
Confident Mohammed Hussaini Rallies Niger Tornadoes Ahead Of Showdown With Ikorodu City
Niger Tornadoes' rock-solid defender, Mohammed Hussaini, exudes confidence as he prepares for Sunday's NPFL MatchDay 33 encounter against Ikorodu City. Read Also: Ola Aina’s Calf...
Ola Aina’s Calf Injury: Understanding the Common Setback — Causes, Prevention, and Treatment
Calf injuries are a common but frustrating setback for athletes across all levels of sport. Recently, Nottingham Forest and Super Eagles defender Ola Aina...
Beyond the Game: Why I’m Teaming Up with TRACER Nigeria – Ahmed Musa
Nigerian football icon Ahmed Musa has officially stepped into the world of fashion and lifestyle as the newest brand ambassador for TRACER Nigeria, a...
Edo State Sports Commission Throws Weight Behind National Scrabble Festival
The Edo State Sports Commission has pledged its full support to the ongoing Nigeria Scrabble Federation Festival in Benin City, Sports247 reports. Read Also: Yusuf...
Yusuf Otubanjo Makes History as Armenia’s Most Prolific Foreign Goal Scorer
Nigerian forward Yusuf Otubanjo has etched his name in Armenian football history, becoming the most prolific foreign goal scorer to ever play in the...
Showtime Flag Football Midseason Clash: Can Anyone Stop LA Knights & Warriors?
As the Showtime Summer Series—sanctioned by the Nigeria Flag Football Federation—hits Matchday 4 this Sunday, April 13 from 3PM, it’s clear we’ve reached a...
Prostar Sports International Unveils February NNL Award Winners, Reaffirms Commitment to Nigerian Football
In another bold step to recognize and inspire football excellence, Prostar Sports International, in collaboration with the Nigeria National League (NNL) and SportLight Hub,...
History Made: MTN Champs Debuts Olympic-Standard Mixed Relays at the Lagos Continental Relays
For the first time in the history of African athletics, the mixed relays, a new Olympics-approved relay format, was displayed at a sports competition. This...
Exciting Start to FCT FA Inter-Area Councils Women’s Tournament as AMAC, Kwali Secure Opening Day Wins
The much-anticipated FCT FA Inter-Area Councils Women’s Football Tournament kicked off in grand style, with impressive wins recorded by AMAC and Kwali in their...
NFF mourns as ‘Chairman’ Christian Chukwu, 1980 AFCON-winning captain, dies at 74
The Nigeria Football Federation has expressed deep sorrow after it was confirmed that Christian Chukwuemeka Chukwu, who captained Nigeria’s 1980 Africa Cup of Nations-winning...
NSC DG, Hon. Bukola Olopade Mourns Passing of Football Legend Christian “Chairman” Chukwu
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has extended heartfelt condolences to the family of Christian Chukwu and the...
Prostar CEO Hails George Aluo on His Birthday, Calls Him a Pillar of Nigerian Football
The Chief Executive Officer of Prostar Sports International, Ambassador Paul Maduakor, has extended heartfelt birthday wishes to the Chairman of the Nigeria National League...
Honoring the Legacy of Coach Christian Chukwu (MFR): A Tribute from Anthony Adeyinka Adeboye
In the world of Nigerian football, few names resonate as deeply as Coach Christian Chukwu (MFR). The recent passing of this legendary figure has...
All Eyes On IJA As The Countdown To the 22nd National Sports Festival Hots Up
A city surrounded by rocks will come alive from the 16th of May, when the best of Nigeria Sportsmen and women converge for what...
NSC Announces Commencement of Media Accreditation For National Sports Festival in Ogun State
The National Sports Commission, NSC , has announced the Opening of Media Accreditations for the coverage of the 22nd edition of the National Sports...
ABUJA 2025: APR Spiker Lizzy Gaoleselesetse Shares Candid Thoughts on Volleyball in Africa
Gaoleselesetse Lizzy Gasekgonwe, a key player for Rwanda’s APR Volleyball Club, has shared her candid thoughts on the current state of volleyball in Africa,...
Abuja 2025 Taught Us Valuable Lessons – Thato Solomon of Spike Stars Volleyball Club Reflects on 2025 Women’s VolleyBall Championship in Abuja
Thato Solomon of Spiking Stars Volleyball Club of Botswana has shared insights from her team's participation in the 2025 Women's Volleyball Championship held in...
Olajide Olayinka Clocks 23.26s to Win 200m Heat at 44 Farms Invitational, Nears Personal Best
Nigerian sprint talent Olajide Olayinka continues to make waves on the U.S. collegiate circuit after storming to victory in the women’s 200m Heat 10...
NPFL: Bayelsa United Wreck Further Havoc on Shooting Stars’ Continental Ambition
Bayelsa United dealt a heavy blow to Shooting Stars' continental hopes with a commanding 3-0 victory over the Ibadan-based side in their Nigeria Premier...
BAL 2025: “We Are Fighters”: Rivers Hoopers Coach Ogoh Odaudu Opens Up on Upsetting the Host, FUS Rabat
Fearless and undaunted, the Rivers Hoopers have built a reputation for upsetting hosts and more high-profile teams, and now their sights are firmly set...
Rivers Hoopers Brave the Odds to Score a Double Over Host FUS Rabat
The Nigerian champions, Rivers Hoopers, battled their way to a 79-71 victory over host FUS Rabat to remain in top contention for the top...
Vincent Ugwoke Smashes Personal Best with 62.72m Discus Throw at South Florida Invitational
Vincent Ugwoke delivered a sensational performance at the South Florida Invitational, launching a massive throw of 62.72m to claim gold in the men’s Discus...
ABUJA 2025: APR Coach Peter Kamasa Calls for Greater Investment in African Volleyball Coaches
Head coach of Rwanda’s APR volleyball team, Peter Kamasa, has called for increased investment in African volleyball, particularly in the development and welfare of...
ABUJA 2025: Ahly, Zamalek Set Up All-Egyptian Final Showdown in Africa Women’s Volleyball Championship
Record holders Al Ahly will face arch-rivals, Defending Champions Zamalek in an all-Egyptian final at the 2025 Africa Women’s Volleyball Championship in Abuja on...
Nigerian Sprinters Shine at Strawberry Relays: Asemota and Onyah Deliver Impressive Performances
It was a bright outing for Nigeria’s track and field stars at the 2025 Strawberry Relays, as Marvelous Asemota and Onyah Favour delivered outstanding...
Toheebat Jimoh Shines Bright with Maiden MTN Champs 400m Victory in Lagos
Toheebat Jimoh proves that change can be a blessing, as the young sprinter, who previously focused on the 100m, has found a new rhythm...
Team Nigeria Stars Shine Bright at MTN Champs Lagos, Win Mixed 4x400m Relay
The trio of Patience Okon-George, Emmanuel Ojeli, and Samson Nathaniel, all seasoned members of Nigeria’s national athletics team, showcased their class once again, teaming...
Former Super Coach and Captain Christian Chukwu Passes On
The Nigerian football community is in mourning following the passing of football legend Christian Chukwu, MFR, Sports247 reports. READ ALSO: Showtime Flag Football Midseason Clash:...
Nigeria Makes History in Athletics as Mixed 4x100m Relay Team Clinches Gold
In a groundbreaking moment for Nigerian athletics, the country’s mixed 4x100m relay team secured a historic gold medal — the first ever since the...
Nigeria’s U18 and U20 Women’s Handball Teams Begin Training Camp Ahead of IHF Trophy Zonal Phase in Abidjan
The Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has officially commenced a training camp in Lagos for the national U18 and U20 women's handball teams in...
There is Need To Upgrade Coaches’ Skills, Provide Modern Facilities And Techniques By Multinational Companies- Coach Gabriel Opuana
Gabriel Opuana, Chairman of the Nigeria Coaches Association, calls on multinational companies to support sports programs that develop athletes and coaches. He praised the...
Ezekiel Eno Asuquo Shocks the Big Guns to Claim U20 Men’s 400m Title in Style
It was a day to remember at the national U20 athletics championships as rising star Ezekiel Eno Asuquo delivered a sensational performance to clinch...
Ekiti Queens Goal Machine, Salaudeen Rashidat, Shares Her Ultimate Football Dream
Despite being relatively new to the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership, Ekiti Queens has managed to make a strong impression this season. A standout...
“Just One of My Youngsters” – Robo Queens Coach Emmanuel Osahon Wax Lyrical After Adegbuyi Led Rivers Angels to Demolition in Lagos
Kemi Adegbuyi, just 14 years old, stole the spotlight on Wednesday as Robo Queens delivered a stunning 3-0 defeat to Rivers Angels at the...
Patience Okon-George Dominates Women’s 400m at MTN CHAMPS Lagos with Season’s Best Performance
Veteran sprinter Patience Okon-George once again proved why she remains the undisputed queen of the quarter-mile, storming to victory in the women’s 400m at...
Ashe, Bada Claim 100m Titles at MTN CHAMPS Lagos
It was a thrilling day of sprint action at the MTN CHAMPS Lagos as Favour Ashe and Iyanoluwa Bada emerged champions in the men’s...
Chioma Onyekwere Throws Big in Oklahoma, Nears World Championships Qualification
Nigerian discus thrower Chioma Onyekwere made a powerful statement at the Oklahoma Throws Series in Ramona, landing a massive 64.12m effort—her best throw since...
The Journey to Greatness: Highlights and Stories from Day 2 of the MTN Champs Lagos Continental Relays
Being a champion is more than just winning medals. For athletes at the MTN Champs, it’s a journey filled with determination, passion, and a...
Scintillating Sixth Wonder of the World: Ikorodu City’s Historic 6-0 Masterclass Shakes the NPFL
What unfolded under the floodlights of the Mobolaji Johnson Arena was more than football—it was folklore in motion. On a night few will forget, Ikorodu...
NSC DG Olopade Rallies Sub-Committees, Declares “Failure Not An Option” Ahead Of Gateway Games Ogun 2025
With just weeks to go before the kick-off of the 22nd National Sports Festival, tagged Gateway Games Ogun 2025, the Director General of the...
ITTF Africa to Continue Supporting Coaches, Assures Oshodi
Wahid Enitan Oshodi, President of the African Table Tennis Federation (ITTF Africa), has reaffirmed the continental body's commitment to supporting coaches in their quest...
Abuja 2025 Will Be One of the Best Africa Armwrestling Hostings Ever – LOC Chairman Assures
Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the 14th Africa Armwrestling and 7th Para-Armwrestling Championships, Hon. Adeboye Adeyinka, has assured the Armwrestling Federation...
Unity Cup 2025: Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica & Trinidad Set for Showdown in London
The final agreements, including signatures, seals, and legal documents, were concluded on Wednesday, confirming that this year’s Unity Cup Invitational Tournament will go ahead...
Armwrestling on the Rise: AFA President Lauds Nigeria’s Readiness As Abuja 2025 Gathers Momentum
The President of the Armwrestling Federation of Africa (AFA), Mr. Charles Asibey, has expressed strong satisfaction with Nigeria's preparation to host the 14th Africa...
Odogbolu LG Celebrates Primary School Pupils’ Sporting Excellence at Alare Festival
The Executive Chairman of Odogbolu Local Government, Hon. (Dr.) Babatunde Oyetola Diya, hosted a special recognition ceremony in honour of public primary school pupils...
