Dr. Okeke, Former Anambra FA Chairman, Honoured With Chieftaincy Title
By Ikenna Nwokedi, PhD Former Caretaker Committee Chairman of the Anambra State Football Association (ANSFA), Dr. Chukwuemeka Okeke, was on Saturday honored with a Chieftaincy Title for his outstanding contributions to human capital development and immense support to community development. The Adazi-Ani born Medical Practitioner was conferred with the title of 'IKEMBA DI UGWU' by the Council of Anaocha Traditional Rulers...
Aisha Buhari Cup: “We Have Switched Focus To The Next Game Against South Africa,” says Super Falcons Defender
A victory in the opening fixture against Mali meant that the Super Falcons opened their Aisha Buhari Cup campaign on a winning note with high spirits in camp but the atmosphere has fast changed as there is another game lurking. The Super Falcons defeated Mali 2-0 courtesy two goals by substitute Monday Gift of FC Robo in the Nigeria Women’s...
Dennis, Ekong, Etebor Inspire Watford To Second EPL Win
Nigeria's fringe player and striker of English Premier League side Emmanuel Dennis netted his second English Premiership goal to help Watford return to winning ways after having a cruise control over Norwich City 3-1 at Carrow Road. The Nigerian International broke the deadlock early in the 17th minute to put The Hornets ahead with a beautiful assist from...
Ekiti FA Consolidates With Unity Cup Across 16 LFCS
Ekiti State Football Association is not relenting on its developmental strides achieved in recent times, as it has advised the 16 Local Football Councils in the state to organize 'Unity Cup' in their various zones. Ekiti FA Chairman Bayo Olanlege made this charge through a statement signed by the FA's Secretary, Pelumi Abiara. It appreciated the contributions and supports of the...
Ekiti United FC: That Ladder For Talented Young Footballers
By 'Lanre Owolabi "He beats his man with relative ease, dashes forward with panache, and sends the ball into the roof of the net with power and purpose. The pacy attacker from Ekiti, Tolulope Ojo is clutch for the Benin Arsenal to give them a deserved lead, the fans in the traditional stadium are singing his name, what a player!" That...
Aisha Buhari Cup: Banyana Thump Black Queens As Showpiece Reaches Halfway Stage
2018 African Woman Player of the Year Thembi Kgatlana was the star of the evening as South Africa steamrolled Ghana 3-0 on Day 3 of the six-day Aisha Buhari Invitational Women’s Tournament in Lagos. In an entertaining encounter at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena firmly dominated by the reigning African vice-champions, Kgatlana was too much to handle for the Black...
MSPL Top Place Finish Still Possible For Airpop Alpha- Oduwole
As the final round of games to determine the winner of the 2021 Mindgames Scrabble Premier League gets underway from September 17 to 18 this year, Airpop Alpha captain Oduwole believes his team has what it takes to win the Division A title. The 2016 National champion who is respected for his mastery of the board said he was optimistic...
Topsports Preseason Cup Get November 6th As Kick Of Date
The 2021 edition of the Topsports Pre-season Cup will kick-off 6th of November at the Warri City Stadium. Delta State-based Free Indeed Fc, a National League One Division Two, NLO2 side defeated Destiny Fc football Academy of Port Harcourt after a marathon penalty shootout to emerged the winner of the maiden edition. The organizer of the noble tournament, Ogo Clarkson said...
Volleyball: Nigeria Break Semi-Final Jinx In 2021 African Nations Cup
Nigeria women's senior volleyball team progresses to the semi-final of the ongoing 2021 African Seniors Nations Championship in Rwanda on Friday. The development is coming on the heels of the decision taken by the African Volleyball Confederation (CAVB) to disqualify hosts Rwanda from the championship, having confirmed they fielded ineligible players following an appeal by Nigeria and two others. As it...
Sadiq Umar On Fire 2 Goals In Just 16 Minutes Of Play
Nigerian International and Almeria Football Club forward, Sadiq Umar has netted a brace, in his club's 0 - 4 win over Alcorcon. Sadiq got the back of the net, 5' minutes into the first half, and doubled the goal in the 16th minute of play. With this Sadiq has scored 4 goals in 6 matches, for his Almeria team. The 3rd and...
