Stakeholders Applaud Bayelsa’s Prosperity Cup For Driving Grassroots Football Development
Bayelsa State continues to bask in the success of Nigeria's largest grassroots football tournament, the Prosperity Cup, as stakeholders laud the initiative's impact on...
Thrills And Drama As Nigeria Women Football League Matchday Two Delivers Exciting Results
Matchday Two of the 2024/25 Nigeria Women Football League Premiership was packed with excitement as teams displayed grit and determination across eight fixtures. With...
Delta Queens Edge Benue Queens With Adam Princess’ Brace In NWFL Week 2
Two first-half goals from Adam Princess secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory for Delta Queens over visiting Benue Queens at the Stephen Keshi International Stadium,...
Chief Paul Edeh Nominated for Prestigious Newstap/SWAN Five-Star Award
The Chairman of the Benue State Football Association and President of the Ratels Foundation, Chief Dr. Barrister Paul Edeh Esq., has expressed heartfelt gratitude...
NWFL25: Ibom Angels Hold Bayelsa Queens To Thrilling Goalless Draw In Uyo
The Uyo Township Stadium witnessed an intense clash on Matchday 2 of the Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) Premiership as Ibom Angels held defending...
Sunshine Stars Bolster Squad with Loan Signing of Goalkeeper Vincent Edafe
In a strategic move to strengthen their squad for the remainder of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, Sunshine Stars Football Club...
Victor Osimhen’s Relative, Adegoke Mayowa, Commences Training At Galatasaray Academy
Adegoke Mayowa, a relative of Nigerian football star Victor Osimhen, has begun training with Galatasaray's U17 team. This development follows Osimhen's recommendation of Mayowa...
Jide Fatokun Joins Al-Merrikh SC, Leaving Gap In CHAN Eagles Midfield
Remo Stars' midfielder Jide Fatokun has completed a transfer to Sudanese club Al-Merrikh SC on a two-year contract. Fatokun, who has been instrumental in...
NAFF President Unveils Ambitious 2025 Roadmap For Amputee Football Development
In a meeting held on Monday, January 20, 2025, the President of the Nigeria Amputee Football Federation (NAFF), Ambassador Paul Maduakor, reaffirmed his commitment...
KAA Gent Signs Defender Samuel Kotto from Malmö FF
Belgian Pro League club KAA Gent has officially signed 21-year-old Cameroonian center-back Samuel Kotto from Swedish side Malmö FF. The transfer fee is reported...
Mallam Shehu Dikko Showcases Nigeria’s Sports Vision at African Ministerial Meeting
Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), joined African Ministers of Sports, UNESCO Anti-Doping Convention officials, stakeholders, and global sports experts...
Nigeria’s Junior Yellow Greens Advance to ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup Super Six Despite Loss to South Africa
Nigeria’s Junior Yellow Greens have secured a spot in the ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup Super Six stage, despite a 41-run loss to...
Ogun State Government Reaffirms Commitment to Safe, Reliable Public Transportation – Olugbenga Dairo
The Ogun State Commissioner for Transportation, Engr. Olugbenga Dairo, has emphasized the commitment of Governor Abiodun's administration to ensuring safe and reliable public transportation...
Sofiat Obanishola Sets Sights on Defending Title, Boosting World Ranking, and Olympic Dream in 2025
National Women’s Badminton Champion, Sofiat Obanishola, has outlined her key objectives for the 2025 badminton season, emphasizing her commitment to defending her national title,...
Ogun State Allocates 100 Hectares for Naval Base and Dockyard, Waives Multi-Billion Fees
The Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced the completion of the allocation of 100 hectares of land at Ode-Omi in Ogun...
Ogun State Celebrates Global Recognition of Kayode Adewale, Honored as Education Ambassador
Ogun State, renowned as Nigeria’s education capital, proudly celebrates Kayode Adewale, a visionary educator who has earned a spot among the Top 50 teachers...
Nigeria’s Oluwatosin Kejawa to Challenge Lewis Edmondson for Commonwealth Light-Heavyweight Title on March 1
Nigeria’s unbeaten WBC Africa light-heavyweight champion, Oluwatosin Kejawa, is set to face Britain’s Lewis Edmondson for the Commonwealth light-heavyweight title on March 1 at...
Ambassador Chris Ibeh Reveals Japan’s Massive Support Of Lagos-based Crime Prevention, Youth Sustainability Football Academy
A humanitarian and social development advocate, Ambassador Chris Ibeh has revealed how massive help from an international agency in Japan has helped him put...
Israel Oluwashemilore Eyes Japan, Chance To Emulate Cristiano Ronaldo, After Dazzling With AYICRIP-NELIS Academy
AYICRIP-NELIS Football Academy of Lagos youngster, Joju Israel Oluwashemilore says he is thinking about making a move to Japan and get a huge opportunity...
Ikorodu City Appoints Washington Egor as Academy Coach Ahead of 2025 NLO Season
Ikorodu City Football Club has officially announced the appointment of Washington Egor as the new Academy coach ahead of the 2025 Nigeria Nationwide League...
AYICRIP -NELIS Football Academy CEO, Chris Ibeh Shares Vision, Journey So Far And Call For More Support
The CEO of AYICRIP -NELIS Football Academy, Ambassador Chris Ibeh has told the story of the journey so far as the academy's vision of...
Sidophobia Fans Club Island Club, Ajorosun Club, To Grace Obesere 60th Birthday Celebration
Sidophobia Fans Club of Obesere, have been invited alongside other notable clubs in Lagos to grace the 60th Birthday Abass Akande Obesere, PK1ST. It would...
AYIPCRIP-NELIS Football Academy Players Impress Ito, Japanese Football Scout In Lagos
Japanese football scout Masanori Ito, the Chairman of Taiyo International Foundation has expressed his satisfaction with the level of football artistry displayed by AYICRIP...
Osimhen’s Style Inspires Oladosu Reuben To Rain Goals In Support Of Crime Prevention, Youth Sustainability
A fast-rising Lagos-based youth footballer, Oladosu Reuben Oladapo is inspired by Galatasaray of Turkey striker, Victor Osimhen to keep growing on a daily basis...
Super Falcons Star Blessing Augustine Nkor Joins Deportivo La Coruña on Short-Term Deal
Former Sunshine Stars forward and Super Falcons striker Blessing Augustine Nkor has made a significant move abroad, joining Spanish women's football club Deportivo La...
Lagos to Host Historic Inaugural WBC Amateur Boxing Championship
Lagos is set to make history as it hosts the first-ever Yucateco World Boxing Council (WBC) Amateur Boxing Championship. Organized by Yucateco Boxing Promotions...
betPawa Celebrates Women’s FA Cup Round Of 16 Winners With Historic Locker Room Bonus
betPawa has made history by awarding its first-ever Locker Room Bonus (LRB) to the winners of the Women’s FA Cup Round of 16, Soorts247...
Goals Galore As AYICRIP – NELIS Football Academy Show Case Exciting Young Football Talents In Lagos
It was a goal galore and display of rare football talents at the AYCRIP-NELIS Football Academy exhibition match in Lagos on Monday, Sports247 reports. The...
Tragedy Strikes FCT Police Commissioner Olatunji Disu as Son Dies in Fatal Car Accident
The family of Commissioner of Police Olatunji Disu has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of his son in a fatal car...
NFF Embarks on Major Infrastructure Project to Boost Football Development
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has launched an ambitious infrastructure project aimed at enhancing the development of football in the country and keeping pace...
National Sports Commission Reaffirms Commitment As Partner And Co-Host Of The Sports Africa Investment Summit
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its active participation as a Partner and Co-Host of the upcoming Sports Africa Investment Summit (SAIS) 2025. Under...
Adarabioyo, Madueke Shine in Chelsea’s 3-1 Victory Over Wolves
Nigeria's Tosin Adarabioyo and Noni Madueke played very important roles yesterday January 20, 2025, as Chelsea ended a five-match Premier League winless streak by...
UEFA Champions League Four Goal Hero, Victor Olatunji Seeks Inter Milan Scalp In Crucial UCL Match Day 7 Encounter
Spartak Prague Forward Victor Olatunji is looking to help his go past Inter Milan on Wednesday clash as the UEFA Champions League returns with...
NCC Approves 50% Tariff Increase for Telecom Services Amid Sector Losses
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has granted approval for telecommunications companies to increase tariffs by up to 50%, citing the sector's mounting financial challenges...
1,118 Athletes Cleared for 2025 Gombe Inter-Secondary Athletic Championship
The 2025 Gombe Inter-Secondary Athletic Championship is set to commence on Tuesday morning at the Pantami Stadium, Gombe, with a total of 1,118 athletes...
FG Earmarks N4.3 Billion for NUGA Games, Principal’s Cup Revitalization
The Federal Government, led by President Tinubu, has allocated N4.3 billion to rejuvenate the Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA), the Principal's Cup, and other...
Fierce South-South and South-West Derbies Highlight NWFL Premiership Matchday 2
After an exciting opening round, the 2024/25 Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) Premiership returns with another thrilling matchday on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The season...
Victor Boniface Returns to Bayer Leverkusen Squad for Crucial UEFA Champions League Clash Against Atletico Madrid
Nigerian international Victor Boniface has been included in Bayer Leverkusen's traveling squad for their UEFA Champions League group-stage showdown against Atletico Madrid at 9...
Dagburewe of Idowa Marks First Coronation Anniversary with Week-Long Grand Celebration
The celebration of the first coronation anniversary of HRH Oba (Barr.) S.K.A. Okuribido, Okulete II, Anowoneyo IV, began on January 20, 2025, with an...
President of SGFC Athletics Club, Opanuga Endorses Evolution Cup
President of SGFC Athletics Sports Club, Richard Opanuga has expressed his strong support for the Evolution Cup Pan African tournament. As a passionate advocate for...
Gombe United FC Expresses Solidarity with Wikki Tourist’s Hassan Musa After Head Injury
The management, technical crew, and players of Gombe United FC extend their heartfelt sympathy to Wikki Tourist FC, their players, and the family of...
Obesere Consoles Kwam 1 on Mother’s Demise
Ace Fuji maestro, Alh. Abass Akande, aka Obesere who is also christened " Paramount king of music," has sent warm condolence messages to Alhaji...
Ola Aina: Super Eagles Journey And His Love For Nigeria
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has opened up about the profound impact playing for Nigeria has had on his football career and personal life. The...
Governor Sanwo-Olu, Speaker Meranda Unite To Drive Greater Lagos Vision
Lagos State Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed his commitment to a harmonious working relationship with the Lagos State House of Assembly, led by...
Victor Osimhen Gifts Galatasaray Jersey To John Obi Mikel In Memorable Reunion
In a heartwarming moment at Galatasaray's training facility, Nigerian football icons Victor Osimhen and John Obi Mikel reunited to celebrate their shared football heritage. Osimhen,...
Nuno Espirito Santo Praises Ola Aina’s Vital Goal-Line Clearance In Forest’s 3-2 Triumph Over Southampton
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo commended defender Ola Aina for his crucial goal-line clearance that ensured a 3-2 victory against Southampton at the...
Anayo Iwuala Explains Kuwait Move: ‘It Wasn’t My Intention, But I Had No Choice’
Super Eagles winger Anayo Iwuala has revealed the circumstances behind his move to Kuwaiti side Al Arabi SC following brief stints in Tunisia and...
NSC Unveils Elite Athletes Development And Podium Board, Appoints Yusuf Ali As CEO
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced the establishment of its Elite Athletes Development and Podium Board, aimed at creating a sustainable system for...
NNL Cautions Prudential Sports Against Unauthorized Use of League Platform
The Nigeria National League (NNL) has issued a strong warning to Prudential Sports Limited for presenting a “Man of the Match” award to Doma...
Prostar Evolution” Match Ball Unveiled As NPFL Sets New Standards For Nigerian Football
The Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, has announced the official distribution of Prostar Evolution, an all-weather-friendly match ball,...
