Nigeria Unveils Teenage Stars for 2024 African Table Tennis Championships in Ethiopia
The Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) has announced a 10-member squad, including several promising junior players, for the 2024 ITTF African Championships in Addis...
President Ocheho Urges Plateau Peacocks to Shine at Africa Club Handball Championship
The President of the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN), Samuel Ocheho, has called on the Plateau Peacocks to make Nigeria proud as they compete...
National Olympic Committee Collaborates With Nigeria School Sports Federation To Train 100 Games Masters
To familiarise games masters with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) initiative known as the Olympic Value Education Programme (OVEP), the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC),...
Governor Alia Establishes Forensic Audit Panel to Investigate Lobi Stars’ Finances
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has established a forensic audit panel to investigate Lobi Stars FC's finances following ongoing complaints of unpaid salaries...
NPFL Update: League Organizers Approves 11 Stadiums for Live TV Broadcasts in New Season
The Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) has announced the approval of 11 stadiums for live television coverage during the 2024 season. The approved stadiums include: Samuel...
Ogun State Begins Major Renovations Ahead of 2024 National Sports Festival
The Ogun State Government has commenced reconstruction and renovation works on the MKO Abiola International Stadium and the Alake Sports Centre, Ijeja, Abeokuta, ahead...
CAF Picks Two Nigerian Referees For 2024 WAFU B AFCON Duties
The Confederation of African Football has selected two Nigerian Referees; Abdusalam Kassim and Mahmood Yaqub for 2024 WAFU B U20 Tourney, Sports247 reports. The championship...
Excitement Builds As Maiden Corporate Stars League Kicks Off October 19
Anticipation is high as the inaugural edition of the Corporate Stars League launches in Abuja, featuring eight teams. The event is set to begin on...
WAFU B: Flying Eagles Fly Past Seamoriow, Intensify Preparations As 30 Players Struggle For 20 Shirts
The Nigeria U20 Men National Team, the Flying Eagles defeated Seamoriow FC 4-1 on Wednesday as they intensify preparations ahead of the upcoming 2024...
2024 Nigeria Premier Basketball League Gets Kick Off Dates
The 2024 Nigeria Premier Basketball League will tip off on 25th October 2024, as the league will retain its format of two phases, Sports247...
CHAN 2024 Qualifiers: Super Eagles B Draw Ghana As Jollof Derby Continues
The Super Eagles Team B, otherwise known as CHAN Eagles have been drawn against their Ghanaian counterparts at the 2024 Championship for African Nations...
Cape Verdean, Delgado Rocha, To Take Charge Of Libya, Nigeria Battle In Benina
The Confederation of African Football has appointed Delgado Santos Rocha Lenine, from Cape Verde, as referee for Tuesday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying...
Morocco 2025: Eguavoen Targets Double Over Libya That Will Send Eagles To Final Tournament
Head Coach Augustine Eguavoen has set as objective, the maximum six points from this month’s double header between the Super Eagles and Libya’s Mediterranean...
Rising Star Profile: Mohammed Simon Garba
At just 17, Mohammed Simon Garba is quickly making a name for himself as one of Nigeria's most promising young football talents. With his explosive...
“Osimhen Is Here With Us In Spirit,” Says Eagles’ Coach, Ahead Of Friday’s Clash With Libya
Although Galatasaray of Turkey striker, Victor Osimhen is injured and not available for this Friday's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya, his...
Monday Kanu: Exclusion Of Players’ Union From NFF’s AGA Is Disturbing
Former Nigerian youth international, Monday Kanu has described the exclusion of the Players Union at the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF's Annual General Assembly, AGA...
Eguavoen Serves Brave Pledge, Declares: Super Eagles Will Fight Hard To Deliver Three Points Against Libya
Super Eagles' interim coach, Augustine Eguavoen has declared that his players will fight with all they have to win this week's 2025 Africa Cup...
Excitement Builds For The 19th Edition of the Lagos Supremacy Cup At Mobolaji Johnson Arena
The much-anticipated 19th edition of the Lagos Supremacy Cup is set to kick off at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena from November 27 to 30,...
Okaa Sports FC Urges Fans To Attend Kwara United Fans Club Football Final
The Chairman of Okaa Sports FC, Alhaji Abdullahi Adelodun, has called on football enthusiasts to turn out in large numbers for the final of...
NFF President Lauds Progress At Aper Aku Stadium, Seeks Alternative Venue for Super Eagles
The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has expressed his satisfaction with the ongoing renovations at the Aper Aku Stadium in...
Nigeria, Other Africa Big Teams Seek Glory As 2025 AFCON Qualifiers Returns With Matchday Three
As the excitement builds for Matchday Three of the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, the Super Eagles of Nigeria and other...
2025 AFCONQ: Super Eagles Camp Bubbles With 20 Players
The Super Eagles' camp in Uyo is bubbling with 20 players as at Tuesday evening as the intensify preparations for the AFCON 2025 qualifier...
Senator Abiru Mixed Team Table Tennis Championship Set For Lagos Debut
The SAIL Empowerment Foundation, led by Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru and his wife, Mrs. Feyisola Abiru, is sponsoring Africa’s first-ever Mixed Team Table Tennis...
Ex-British Fencer Folayemi Akinyosoye Switches Allegiance To Nigeria
Former British fencer Folayemi Akinyosoye has officially pledged his allegiance to Nigeria, opting to represent the country of his heritage after a successful stint...
Scrabble Players To Compete For $500 Prize At South-West Opens In Ondo State
Akure, the capital of Ondo State, will host the third edition of the South-West Scrabble Opens Tournament, organized by the Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF),...
Nigerian Players Ogbah, Madubuike, Others Shine in Week 5 of NFL Season Despite Mixed Results
Week 5 of the National Football League season showcased a strong performance from Nigerian players, though many faced tough losses. Notably, Emmanuel Ogbah of...
Ardova Handball Premier League 2024 Phase Two Set For Lagos In November
The Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has officially announced that the second phase of the Ardova Handball Premier League 2024 will take place in...
Flamingos Draw Mexico 1-1 in FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Warm-up Match
As part of their preparation for the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, Nigeria’s Flamingos held Mexico to a 1-1 draw in a friendly...
Nigeria Volleyball Federation Releases Fixtures for National Division 1, 2 Leagues
The League Management Committee (LMC) of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) has officially released the fixtures for the 2024 National Division 1 and 2...
“I Want a Super Eagles Call-Up” – Chijioke Expresses Desire from Ukraine
In a recent interview with Dailysports' expert Oleksandr Ryzhenko, 20-year-old Nigerian footballer Chijioke Kingsley Aniagboso, currently playing in the Ukrainian Premier League side Chornomorets...
NDLEA Commander Speaks Out Against Addiction; Reveals – Why We Took Anti-Drugs Campaign To Kwara United’s Camp
More information has emerged on why the zonal commandant of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Ilorin, CN Fatimah Abiola Popoola recently...
John Lucky Celebrates Family Love With Heartfelt Jersey Message After Scoring Brace For Sporting Lagos
In an exhilarating match in the Creative League 2024/2025 season, John Lucky from Sporting Lagos FA showcased his scoring prowess by netting a brace...
At Just 11, Tommy Hezekiah Champions Development Over Competition In Wushu
In a recent interview with Sports247, 11-year-old Tommy Hezekiah shared his insights on the significance of the National Youth Games, where he showcased his...
1XCup 2024 Transfer Frenzy: African Stars Land In Europe
The 1XCup 2024 has become a springboard for top Nigerian talent, with two major transfers catching global attention. Read Also: Zenith/NBBF Women’s Premier League: First...
Zenith/NBBF Women’s Premier League: First Bank, Customs, MFM, Others Storm Lagos For Final 8
All the roads will lead to the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, venue of the Zenith Bank sponsored Nigeria Women’s Basketball Premier League final 8,...
Lagos Endorses Wahid Oshodi For African Table Tennis Federation President
The Lagos State Government has officially backed Wahid Enitan Oshodi, former Commissioner for Youth, Sports, and Social Development, as a candidate for the presidency...
Flying Eagles Begin Final Preparations For WAFU U-20 Championship At Remo Stars Stadium
Nigeria’s U-20 men’s team, the Flying Eagles, have intensified their final preparations for the 2024 WAFU B U-20 Championship with their training camp at...
Aisha Falode Congratulates Olayinka Olawole On Appointment As Commercial And Marketing Director Of Osun State Football Association
Aisha Falode, a Member of the Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has extended her heartfelt congratulations to Olayinka Olawole on his...
Osun FA Appoints Olayinka Olawole As Commercial And Marketing Director To Boost Growth And Brand Visibility
In a strategic move aimed at elevating its commercial and marketing efforts, the Osun State Football Association (FA) has appointed seasoned digital media executive,...
Protea Hotels By Marriott Expands Footprint In Africa With New Openings In Nigeria And Zambia
Protea Hotels by Marriott (www.Marriott.com), part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 brands, today announced the opening of two new hotels in...
2025 AFCONQ: My Super Eagles’ Time Will Come Says Arokodare
The Super Eagles are nesting in Uyo for the double header 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying (2025 AFCONQ) cracker against Libya, this weekend...
Sapphire Nigeria Women’s Football Club To Empower Girls Through Sports On 2024 International Day Of The Girl Child
Ahead of the 2024 International Day of the Girl Child, the Sapphire Nigeria Women’s Football Supporters Club is once again set to use the...
CAFCC: Yemi Vows To Defend Enyimba’s Reputation And Fight To Escape From ‘Group Of Death
Enyimba FC of Nigeria got drawn in the 'group of death' which has holders Zamalek FC, Al Masry of Egypt as well as Black...
NPFL: Ahmed Musa Reacts After Marking His Third Stint With Kano Pallars With A Brace
Ahmed Musa has described his brace for Kano Pillars against Sunshine Stars FC last Sunday in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL as just...
Oyo State FA Unveils Logo, Committee For Maiden Edition of 2024 Jubril Dotun Sanusi Football League
The Oyo State Football Association, under the leadership of Alakinyele of Akinyele, HRM Oba James Odeniran, has officially unveiled the logo and committee for...
Edo Queens, Aduku Canvases For An Extended CAF Women Champions League
Edo Queens FC, Nigeria's representative in this year's CAF Women Champions League , has Canvassed for 12 teams in the competition through its coach,...
Ejuke Celebrates Super Eagles Return In Style, Wins Sevilla’s September Best Player Award
Super Eagles Returnee, and Sevilla winger Chidera Ejuke has been named as Sevilla's Player of the month for the month of September 2024, on...
Kuje Hosts First-Ever Professional Arm Wrestling Showdown!
Kuje is set to host a thrilling professional arm wrestling event that will bring together fans of strength, strategy, and competition. On the 12th...
AFCONQ 2025: Nigeria Referee Ogabor, Others Get CAF Appointment
Nigeria referee, Joseph Ogabor will be busy as the center referee in the first leg of the double 2025 Africa Cup Of Nation Qualifier,...
Philip Nongu Defends Agagbe’s Dismissal, Urges Fans to Support Amokachi
In a significant move aimed at addressing Lobi Stars FC’s recent decline in form, Dr. Philip Nongu, Chairman of Lobi Stars, has defended the...
