Oba Femi Is On Fast Track To Stardom In WWE, American Professional Wrestling Expert Asserts
Fast-rising Nigerian-born professional wrestler, Isaac Odugbesan (aka Oba Femi) has been described as a sports star who is ‘on the fast track to stardom’...
Max Iheanachor Creates Massive Waves Heading Into NFL’s 2026 Draft
A major talking point heading into the 2026 draft for USA’s National Football League (NFL) has turned out to be a Nigerian-born battler named...
Nigerian Referees Are Easily Influenced, Says NFF Scribe Mohammed Sanusi
The secretary-general of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Dr Mohammed Sanusi has posited that many referees from the country are easily influenced by external factors...
Nigeria Will Smile With World Cup Ticket After Two Legs Against Malawi – Aduku
Female junior national team, Falconets' coach, Moses Aduku has promised that Nigerians will have cause to smile after his squad play Malawi next month,...
‘She’ll Need Strong Mental Support’ Iworima Warns — Ofili Facing Tough Psychological Battle After Decision
Former Nigerian athlete Otonye Iworima has warned that Favour Ofili may face significant psychological challenges following the decision by World Athletics to reject her...
‘We Want To Test Ourselves’ Kunaiyi-Akpanah Excited — D’Tigress Set For WNBA Showdowns Ahead Of World Championship
D’Tigress power forward Pallas Kunaiyi-Akpanah has expressed excitement ahead of Nigeria’s high-profile preparation games against top WNBA teams, describing the opportunity as a crucial...
‘It’s A Victory For Nigeria’ Ogba Praises Decision — Slams ‘Poaching’ Of Athletes By Wealthy Nations
Former President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, Solomon Ogba, has applauded World Athletics for rejecting Favour Ofili’s request to switch allegiance to Turkey,...
‘We Want Her Back’ AFN Opens Door For Ofili — Okowa Hails World Athletics Decision As Victory For Nigeria
President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, Tonobok Okowa, has declared that the federation is ready to welcome Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili back into...
‘Home-Based Players Still Matter’ Ekpo Backs Chelle — Hails Decision To Give League Stars A Chance
Former Nigeria international Friday Ekpo has praised Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle for his decision to include domestic league players in the squad...
Don’t Ignore Them’ Edeh Sends Warning — Urges Falcons Coach To Include Home-Based Players
Chairman of Benue State Football Association and proprietor of Naija Ratels, Paul Edeh, has called on Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu to ensure...
Nathaniel Claims Podium Finish at Addis Ababa Grand Prix with Solid 400m Run
Samson Nathaniel delivered a competitive performance at the Addis Ababa Grand Prix 2, clocking 45.89 seconds to finish third in the men’s 400m final. READ...
Okon Blazes to 200m Victory, Sets Nigerian and Collegiate Lead in Florida
Israel Okon underlined his growing dominance on the track with a commanding victory in the men’s 200m Invite at the Tom Jones Invitational, clocking...
Osikoya Signs: Nigerian Heritage Talent Joins Fleetwood Town Academy
Rayne Osikoya has officially taken a significant step in his young career after signing a two-year contract with the academy of Fleetwood Town FC. The...
Numbers Don’t Lie: Emmanuel Fernandez Caps Remarkable Debut Season with Rangers Recognition
Nigerian defender Emmanuel Fernandez has enjoyed a standout 2025/26 campaign with Rangers F.C., emerging as one of the most consistent performers in the Scottish...
NPFL Leading Scorer Arumala Speaks on Golden Boot Race
Nigeria Premier Football League- NPFL, leading marksman Joseph Arumala has insisted he is not feeling any pressure in the race for the Golden Boot. Arumala...
How Frank Onyeka’s Costly Error Nearly Delays Coventry City Premiership Returns
Frank Onyeka endured a tense night that almost overshadowed a historic achievement, as his mistake nearly delayed Coventry City’s long-awaited return to the Premier...
BOUMSONG SPEAKS! Africa Armwrestling Sec-Gen Julien Boumsong Opens Up on Ghana 2026 Showdown and Egypt Qualification Race
With anticipation building ahead of the African Armwrestling Championship in Accra, Ghana (May 1–2, 2026), the Secretary General of the African Armwrestling Federation, Julien...
‘We Want To Grow The Game’ Babarinde Eyes Breakthrough — Nigeria Targets Rise In Catchball Ahead Of African Championship
President of the Nigeria Catchball Federation Bola Babarinde has revealed ambitious plans to grow the sport in the country, as Nigeria prepares to compete...
They’re A Strong Side’ Lookman Eyes Arsenal Clash — Atletico Star Ready For Tough UCL Semi-Final Battle
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has described Arsenal as a formidable opponent ahead of Atletico Madrid’s UEFA Champions League semi-final showdown. READ ALSO: ‘Don’t Sit Back!’...
‘Don’t Sit Back!’ Mikel Warns Arsenal — Urges Gunners To Go All Out Against Man City
Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has advised Arsenal to adopt an aggressive approach in their crucial clash against Manchester City, warning that...
AFCON Meant More’ Ekong Makes Honest Admission — Ranks 2023 Campaign Above World Cup Experience
Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has made a candid admission about his international career, revealing that Nigeria’s recent Africa Cup of Nations campaign...
Cycling Teen, Grace Osaretin Claims Stage 5 Victory at Tour du Burkina Faso, as Fairytale Rise Continues
Nigeria’s rising cycling star, Godwin Grace Osaretin, delivered a standout performance to win Stage 5 of the prestigious Tour du Burkina Faso, further cementing...
Udoh Blazes to Gold with Massive PB at MTN Champs Grand Finale
Dominion Udoh delivered a sensational performance to claim gold in the U20 boys’ 400m final at the MTN Champs Grand Finale in Ibadan, clocking...
Nnamdi Smashes National Record with 84.68m Javelin Throw in Florida
Chinecherem Prosper Nnamdi delivered a historic performance at the Tom Jones Memorial, setting a new Personal Best of 84.68 metres in the men’s javelin...
Olajide Breaks Barrier with Wind-Aided Sub-23 Run at Tom Jones Memorial
Olayinka Olajide delivered a breakthrough performance at the Tom Jones Memorial, clocking an impressive 22.76 seconds in Heat 3 of the women’s 200m Invite. READ...
Oyibu Leads West African Charge at Tom Jones Invitational with Strong 200m Display
Success Oyibu continued her steady rise this outdoor season with a solid performance at the Tom Jones Invitational, clocking 22.98 seconds (+3.0 m/s) in...
Ofoku Claims Podium Finish at Jim Mize Invitational With Encouraging Sprint Display
Praise Ofoku delivered an encouraging performance at the Jim Mize Invitational, clocking 11.66 seconds to finish third in the women’s 100m final. Competing against a...
Onyeka Promoted: Coventry City Return to Premier League After Draw with Blackburn
Frank Onyeka and Coventry City have secured promotion to the English Premier League following a hard-fought draw against Blackburn Rovers. READ ALSO: Oba Femi Admits...
Oba Femi Admits Ahead Of Clash With Brock Lesnar At WrestleMania 42: My Rise Has Been Meteoric
Nigerian-born professional wrestler, Isaac Odugbesan (Oba Femi) has admitted that he is enjoying a meteoric rise in USA’s World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), where he...
Frank Onyeka’s Impact Noted In Coventry’s Successful Promotion To English Premier League
The arrival of Super Eagles’ midfielder, Frank Onyeka at Coventry City has been cited as a huge factor in the club’s successful push for...
Nigerian Youngster Uar Bernard Holds Great Expectations Heading Into USA’s 2026 NFL Draft
Another Nigerian is set to set USA’s National Football League (NFL) on fire next week, as 21-year-old Uar Bernard is holding great expectations and...
How Favour Ofili’s Türkiye Switch Was Stalled By Five Kenyans, Four Jamaicans
More facts are emerging in the chain of factors that occasioned the unsuccessful nationality switch by Nigerian female sprinter, Favour Ofili, whose application was...
Onuachu Leaves Imo State Government In Dark Regarding His Hospital Project
Trabzonspor of Turkey striker, Paul Ebere Onuachu has apparently left the government of Imo State in the dark regarding his extensive community hospital project,...
Ademola Lookman Can’t Win Champions League With Atletico Madrid – Kroos
Atletico Madrid of Spain winger, Ademola Lookman has been hit with a strong warning that he cannot win this year’s UEFA Champions League with...
“I Was Born with the Gift” – Bombata Bisola Mumunat Opens Up on Football Dreams and Journey
Fast-rising youngster Bombata Bisola Mumunat has shared an inspiring story of passion, resilience, and determination in an exclusive interview with Sports247, revealing how her...
‘We Are Not Entitled’ Adepoju Fires Back — Ex-Internationals Reject Claims Of Seeking Favouritism
Former Super Eagles captain Mutiu Adepoju has pushed back against growing claims that Nigerian ex-internationals feel entitled to roles within the Nigeria Football Federation...
‘Everyone Is To Blame’ Oguh Points Fingers — Players and NFF Share Responsibility For World Cup Failure
Former Super Eagles player John Oguh has declared that both the Nigeria Football Federation and the players must take responsibility for Nigeria’s failure to...
Okeola Concord FC Clinch Lion of Judah Title with Narrow Win Over Ultimate FC
Okeola Concord FC emerged champions of the Lion of Judah Invitational Football Championship after edging Ultimate FC 1-0 in a tightly contested final. The four-team...
Fervent Edet Blazes to Youth 100m Gold at MTN Champs Grand Finale
Fervent Edet Blazes to Youth 100m Gold at MTN Champs Grand Finale, clocking 11.10 seconds (+0.1) in a highly competitive race. The young sprinter had...
Aladeloye Leads Nigerian Charge at Tom Jones Invitational with Season’s Best Run
Adetutu Aladeloye delivered a standout performance to headline a strong showing from Nigerian athletes at the Tom Jones Invitational, clocking a season’s best of...
Enugu Set to Host 2026 National Sports Festival as “Coal City Games” Kicks Off November 27
The National Sports Commission has officially announced that the 21st National Sports Festival will take place from November 27 to December 11, 2026, in...
‘Let The Coach Decide’ Ejiofor Backs Chelle — Says New Faces Must Be Given A Chance
Former Nigeria international Eric Ejiofor has thrown his support behind Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, insisting that the manager should be given full...
‘Strengthen The Squad Now’ Ahmedu Warns Flyers — Says BAL Is A Different Level Entirely
President of FIBA Zone B Sam Ahmedu has issued a strong warning to Nigeria’s representatives at the Basketball Africa League, Marktown Flyers, urging them...
Mentality Was Everything’ Lookman Hails Atletico Comeback — Eyes Next La Liga Battle After UCL Heroics
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has praised Atletico Madrid’s resilience and mentality after they secured qualification for the UEFA Champions League semi-finals in dramatic fashion. READ...
I’ve Never Had A Player Like Him’ Simeone Raves About Lookman — Atletico Boss Hails Nigerian Star’s Impact
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has heaped remarkable praise on Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, admitting he has never worked with a player quite like...
‘Joshua Will Beat Fury’ Usyk Predicts Blockbuster Outcome — Backs Rival To Become Undisputed Again
Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has tipped Anthony Joshua to defeat Tyson Fury if the much-anticipated showdown between the two British heavyweights finally takes...
NSC Restates Commitment to Favour Ofili, Urges Her Return to National Team
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has restated its commitment to Nigerian sprint sensation, Favour Ofili, following the decision by World Athletics to deny her...
Nigeria’s Most Player-Friendly Club’ — SmartCity FC Founder Adeboye Secures Life Insurance for Players, Pays Weekly in Dollars and Pounds
In what is being described as a groundbreaking move in Nigerian football, SmartCity Football Club, founded by the Senior Special Assistant to the President...
‘Another Lagos Giant Rises’ — SSA Adeboye Salutes Sporting Lagos’ NPFL Promotion
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has congratulated Sporting Lagos FC on their promotion to...
Favour Ofili’s Favourable Failure….
The story of Favour Ofili is one filled with bitter-sweet trappings but also loaded with several learning points. However, the lessons to be learnt...
