NSC DG Bukola Olopade Hails Kunle Soname For Contributions To Nigerian Sports
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has commended renowned entrepreneur and sports investor, Hon. Kunle Soname, for his...
2025 Basketball Africa League Season To Feature Record Six New Teams
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) (www.BAL.NBA.com) today announced the 12 teams and game schedule (https://apo-opa.co/43iFBgS) for the opening leg of the league’s milestone fifth...
Amaju Pinnick Dismisses FIFA Council Re-Election Bid As ‘Not A Do-Or-Die Affair’
FIFA Council member and former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president, Amaju Pinnick, has emphasized that his bid for a second term in the world...
NPFL Partners With Hungarian Universities To Empower Players Through Education
The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) has reaffirmed its commitment to the holistic development of players by promoting a balance between sports and education. NPFL...
D’Tigers Hold Firm At 42nd In FIBA Rankings After Strong Afrobasket Qualifiers
Nigeria’s D’Tigers have retained their 42nd position in the latest FIBA world rankings following an outstanding performance in the second window of the 2025...
NFF Intensifies Investigation Into Mysterious Death Of Former U20 Star Abubakar Lawal In Uganda
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has ramped up efforts to uncover the truth behind the tragic death of former Nigeria U20 player, Abubakar Lawal,...
Nigeria’s Sporting Renaissance: How NSC’s Leadership Is Driving A New Era Of Global Success
Nigeria’s sporting landscape is witnessing a remarkable transformation, with athletes making history across multiple disciplines. Under the dynamic leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC),...
NTA, NSC Forge Alliance To Revolutionize Sports Broadcasting In Nigeria
The landscape of sports broadcasting in Nigeria is set for a transformation as the Nigeria Television Authority (NTA) and the National Sports Commission (NSC)...
Jamie Carragher Owes Africa Massive Apology, Mikel Obi Blasts Liverpool Legend’s Comment About AFCON
Former Super Eagles' captain, John Mikel Obi has added his voice to ongoing condemnation of Liverpool legend, Jamie Carragher, for daring to tag the...
Ahead U20 AFCON: Prolific Striker Clinton Jeptha Reveals One Desire As Flying Eagles Take On Junior Elephants Again In Friendly
Flying Eagles prolific forward, Clinton Jeptha has expressed his desire to score against Cote d'Ivoire as both set for another friendly on Friday, Sports247...
Nigeria Scrabble Federation Appoints Six Zonal Youth Coordinators To Fast Track Development
In a bid to fast track the growth of the mind game at the youth level, the Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF), has appointed six...
Troost-Ekong Reveals His Biggest Ambition In Football; Declares – My Ultimate Goal Is To Win AFCON Title For Nigeria
Al-Kholood FC of Saudi Arabia defender, William Troost-Ekong has come out with a down-to-earth declaration that his biggest ambition as a footballer is to...
John Tope Ojeleye Joins FIFA’s Elite List Of Referees As NFF Confers 30 Badges
It was a moment of pride and accomplishment for John Tope Ojeleye on Thursday as the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) officially decorated him with...
ECOWAS Marathon Announces Exclusive Prize Money For West African Runners, Targets World Athletics Gold Label Status
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission has unveiled an exclusive prize money incentive for West African runners participating in the 2025...
Liv.Ing Launch: Redefining Living Through Connectivity And Access To The Essentials Of Life
Liv.ing, Nigeria’s first Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO), has officially launched, marking a transformative shift in how Nigerians connect, live, and thrive. More than just...
Greg Ikhenoba Hails Bendel Insurance’s Fighting Spirit In Hard-Fought Victory Over Ikorodu City
Bendel Insurance head coach, Greg Ikhenoba, has praised his team’s resilience and tactical discipline after their 2-1 victory over Ikorodu City in a thrilling...
Egypt’s Omar Assar Conquers Quadri Aruna In Africa Cup Thriller, Claims Record-Breaking Sixth Title
In a breathtaking final at the ITTF Africa Cup in Tunisia, Egyptian table tennis star Omar Assar outlasted Nigeria’s defending champion, Quadri Aruna, in...
Aliyu Zubairu Confesses After Victory Over Ivory Coast: My Flying Eagles’ Team Is Not Yet Balanced
Nigeria's under-20 national team, Flying Eagles' coach, Aliyu Zubairu is not getting carried away by his side's 2-0 victory over Ivory Coast, as he...
Aruna Quadri Lead Africa’s Finest To Secure Africa’s Spots In Macao For ITTF World Cup
Africa's top table tennis talents led by Aruna Quadri have clinched their places in the 2025 ITTF World Cup by advancing to the semifinals...
Nigeria Rugby Team Unveils Teams Kits As Umbro Fuses Sports, Fashion, and National Pride
In a historic move that blends sports, fashion, and culture, UMBRO Sports has partnered with the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) to unveil the...
” Flying Eagles Is For Best Legs Only ” Everything Coach Zubairu Said After Nigeria Defeated Cote d’Ivoire In U20 International Friendly
Coach Zubairu Yusuf has opened on his plan for the Nigeria U20 national team as he declared only the best will be selected after...
Team Lagos Extends Winning Streak At Zonal Elimination Ball Games In Ibadan
Lagos continues to assert its dominance at the ongoing 2025 National Sports Festival South-West Zonal Elimination Ball Games, maintaining its winning streak in basketball,...
Nigeria Flying Eagles Prove Too Strong as Divine Oliseh Shines
The Nigeria U20 Flying Eagles kicked off their preparations for the U20 AFCON in style, defeating Cote d'Ivoire 2-0 in a friendly match at...
Niger Delta Sports Festival Registration Extended Due To High Demand From Zonal Qualifiers – Enefiok Udo-Obong
In a Tuesday morning briefing, the Co-Chairman of the Technical Committee, Enefiok Udo-Obong, announced a one-week extension for the Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF)...
Nurat Sports Fiesta Concludes, Hon. Nurat Olayinka Zubar Applauded For Youth Empowerment
The Nurat Sports Fiesta came to an exciting close on Saturday, marking the end of a week-long celebration of sportsmanship and community engagement. Hon. Nurat...
Osun State Handball Team Qualifies For 2025 National Sports Festival After Victory Over Oyo
The Osun State Handball team has officially secured a spot in the 2025 National Sports Festival after a hard-fought 30-26 victory over Team Oyo...
U20 AFCON Friendly: How Inspire FA Duo, Jimoh Farouq And Anthony Ezekiel Inspire Flying Eagles To Victory Against Young Elephants
Two players of Inspire FA of Lagos, Jimoh Farouq and Anthony Ezekiel came from the bench to Flying Eagles to a 2-0 victory against...
Nasarawa United Coach Confident Of Survival After Victory Over League Leaders
Nasarawa United head coach, Salisu Yusuf, has expressed confidence that his team will avoid relegation this season following their hard-fought victory over league leaders,...
Ruthless Rangers Feast On Sunshine Stars, But Ilechukwu Still Hungry For More Goals!
Rangers head coach, Fidelis Ilechukwu, believes his team could have scored more goals despite their convincing 3-0 victory over struggling Sunshine Stars yesterday. Read Also:...
Immaculate FC’s Agu Ebuka Confident Ahead Of 2025 Dynasty Scouting League Season
Immaculate FC defender Agu Ebuka is optimistic about his team’s performance in the upcoming 2025 Dynasty Scouting League (DSL) Season 1, which kicks off...
U20 AFCON: Big Boost As Flying Eagles Fly Past Cote d’voire In Friendly
The Flying Eagles of Nigeria preparations toward the U20 AFCON received a big morale boost as they defeated Cote d'Ivoire 2-0 on Wednesday at...
South East Zonal Sports Eliminations Kick Off In Enugu Ahead Of 2025 National Sports Festival
Enugu State witnessed an intense flurry of sporting activities on Tuesday, February 26, 2025, as teams from across the South East zone began their...
NWFL: Why Robo FC Lost Heavily To Bayelsa Queens In Lagos – Oshaon
Robo Queens proprietor Emmanuel Oshaon has given a reason Robo Queens lost 1-3 to Bayelsa Queens in the NWFL Premiership on Wednesday Sports247 reports. Read...
NFF To Badge 30 FIFA Referees On Thursday
The Nigeria Football Federation will on Thursday morning decorate a total of 30 referees with the badge of world football-governing body, FIFA, thus conferring...
ECOWAS Marathon: High Altitude, Ghana Army Send Strong Teams As Kits Collection Continues
Nigeria’s foremost marathon and road race club, the High Altitude Athletics Club of Jos, Plateau State, is sending a strong field of elite runners...
Celebrating A Media Icon: Happy 55th Birthday, Yinka Adebayo!
The management and staff of Sports247, led by our CEO, Jide-Ojo Jide Olusola, proudly celebrate a distinguished industry leader, mentor, and visionary, Mr. Yinka...
University Of Jos Set To Host 2025 NUGA Games From November 5–16
The Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) has officially announced that the 2025 NUGA Games will take place from November 5th to 16th, 2025, at...
NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko Joins VP Shettima At Nigeria Police CARSPO 2025 Conference In Ogun
National Sports Commission (NSC) Chairman, Shehu Dikko, joined Vice President Kashim Shettima in Ogun State for the 5th Edition of the Nigeria Police Conference...
PFAN Demands Investigation Into Mysterious Death Of Nigerian Footballer Abubakar Lawal In Uganda
The Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria (PFAN) has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden and controversial death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal, who played...
Top European Scouts Arrive Ijebu Ode For Mega Football Scouting Tournament
The city of Ijebu Ode in Ogun State is set to host top European scouts and club representatives as Best Talent Football Club organizes...
Niger Delta Sports Festival To Boost Akwa Ibom’s Economy With Massive Accommodation Demand
The upcoming Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF), set to take place in Akwa Ibom from April 1-8, is expected to provide a significant economic...
Udo-Obong Reaffirms Eligibility Rules As Niger Delta Sports Festival Nears
Technical Committee Co-Chairman of the Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF), Enefiok Udo-Obong, has reiterated the eligibility rules for athletes ahead of the inaugural regional...
Team Lagos Dominates Day One Of South-West Zonal Eliminations – DG Fatodu Confident Of Overall Victory
The Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Lekan Fatodu, has expressed confidence in Team Lagos’ ability to emerge victorious after a dominant...
NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko Pledges Support For YSFON In Grassroots Sports Development
The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has assured the Youth Sports Federation of Nigeria (YSFON) of the Commission’s full...
Delta Athletes Urged To Stay Resilient At South South Zonal Eliminations
Athletes representing Team Delta at the ongoing South South Zonal Eliminations for the 2025 National Sports Festival in Benin City have been urged to...
New Nasarawa State Youth And Sports Commissioner, Hon. Kwanta Yakubu, Engages In Strategic Briefings To Drive Sector Growth
In a proactive move to familiarize himself with the Ministry and make informed decisions, the newly appointed Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development in...
Edo Sports Commission Chairman Calls for Greater Commitment to Sports Development at South-South Zonal Eliminations
The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has called on the Federal Government and sports stakeholders to demonstrate...
Majin Mohammed Rallies Niger Tornadoes Ahead of Crucial Clash Against Lobi Stars
Niger Tornadoes head coach, Majin Mohammed, has issued a strong call to action for his players ahead of their NPFL Matchday 26 showdown against...
Imo State Gears Up for Maiden Niger Delta Sports Festival, Vows to Dominate
With just weeks to go until the much-anticipated Maiden Edition of the Niger Delta Sports Festival, Imo State is ramping up preparations to make...
Death Of Abubakar Lawal In Uganda : President Tinubu Demand Full Answers To All Grey Areas
Disturbed by the reported death of a Nigerian footballer in Uganda, Abubakar Lawal, under highly unclear circumstances President Tinubu has demanded full answers to...
