12 Schools Jostles for Honours at 24th Edition of MILO Basketball Championship
BasketballTwelve schools will compete for triumph in the 24th edition of the MILO basketball championship final, which will take place on Saturday, June 22...
10km Lagos Marathon: Promoting Sports Development, Healthy Lifestyle, Socio-cultural Unity – Gbajabiamila
Femi Gbajabiamila, a former Speaker of the House of Representatives and Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, has given his support behind the...
Ex-champion Parker Eyes Rematch With Anthony Joshua
Ex-WBO champion, Joseph Parker is aiming for a rematch with Anthony Joshua. Joshua defeated the New Zealander for the WBO heavyweight title back in 2018,...
Niger Tornadoes Ready To Battle Sunshine Stars For Final Push Against Relegation
Niger Tornadoes players have been charged to remain focused and determined ahead of their final match of the season against Sunshine Stars. Read Also: Grassroots...
Rasheedat Ajibade Named Atlético Madrid Women’s Player of the Season for 2023/24
Rasheedat Ajibade has been named Atlético Madrid Women's Player of the Season for the 2023/24 campaign. The club announced the accolade on their official...
“It’s Not About the Game, It’s About the Reunion” – Ifeanyi Udeze Celebrates 4-1 Win Over FC Okpara in Ex-International Cup
In the Ex-International Cup, FC Udeze emerged victorious with a decisive 4-1 win over FC Okpara, but for team leader Ifeanyi Udeze, the match...
President Federation Cup: Rivers Angels, Naija Ratels reach semi finals!
Multi-titlists Rivers Angels have zoomed into the last four of this year’s President Federation Cup in style, after a 5-0 hammering of Osun Babes...
Heavyweights March on at WTT Contender Lagos
The 2024 WTT Contender Lagos witnessed impressive performances from top-seed players as they navigated the first round of the singles event at the Molade...
NFF: Reports of Victor Osimhen ban are fake
The Nigeria Football Federation has described as outright falsehood, reports in some online publications on Wednesday that the football-governing body has slammed a ban...
2024 National Trials: Favour Ofili Attributes 100m Success To Her Coach’s Patience
Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili has dedicated her 100-meter Olympia Trials gold medal to her coach. She appreciated her coach for always tolerating her. Read Also:...
2024 National Trials: Joseph, Amene Emerges 400m Titles
The men’s and women’s 400m finals of the 2024 Athletics Federation of Nigeria National Trials stirred upset on the final day, as Dubem Amene...
Occultation of Osimhen’s Ominous Outburst By Sam O’Femi Fasetire
It is with a very heavy heart that I put these few words together, as my favourite Nigerian footballer of the current generation has...
Grassroots Scrabble Development: Club Empowers Young Populace In Ajegunle
Ajegunle City, the vibrant community in Ajeromi Ifelodun Local Government Area in Lagos will this Saturday witness it's first-ever scrabble tournament in recent times. Read...
NFF to Inaugurate Futsal, Beach Soccer Committee on Thursday
President of Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau will on Thursday at the NFF Secretariat, Abuja inaugurate the Federation’s Futsal and Beach Soccer...
Lagos Hosts World as WTT Contender Serves off
For five days, the commercial nerve centre of Nigeria, Lagos will be on the world map as the WTT Contender Lagos serves off at...
Ogunmodede Looks Ahead To Final Match, Aiming To End Season On High Note As Remo Stars Battle Kastina United
Coach Daniel Ogunmodede of Remo Stars Football Club shared his thoughts on their season and upcoming match in an interview with Sports 247. Talking about...
Remo Stars’ Aniekeme Asuquo Okon Emphasizes Importance of Friendly Matches
In the aftermath of a decisive 5-0 victory over Buruj Football Academy, Remo Stars Football Club's Aniekeme Asuquo Okon emphasized the significance of friendly...
“Great Lesson Playing Against Remo Stars Today” – Buruj Academy’s Raheem Affirms
Raheem Salaudeen, the youngest player of Buruj Football Academy, shared his thoughts on the game and his performance after a challenging 5-0 defeat in...
Sports Minister Storms Benin City To Drum Support For Athletes At National Olympic Trials
The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh is in Benin City to lend his support to athletes participating in the All...
“We Need To Work More On Our Attack” – Buruj’s Moses Oluwasegun Advises After Tough Friendly Against Remo Stars
Despite a challenging 5-0 defeat in their friendly match against Remo Stars FC, Moses Oluwasegun, a midfielder for Buruj Football Academy, remains optimistic and...
Edet Inyang Remains Positive After Buruj Football Academy’s Friendly Match Against Remo Stars
Edet Inyang, the goalkeeper of Buruj Football Academy, expressed his optimism and highlighted valuable lessons learned following their friendly match against Remo Stars Football...
2024 Nigeria Rugby League: Federation Affirms Commitment To Grassroots Development
The Nigeria Rugby Federation has reiterated the federation’s unwavering commitment to promoting rugby at all levels, emphasizing a focus on grassroots development. The 2024 Nigeria...
Lagos Sports Delegation Meets China’s Consul General Yan Yuqing, Explores Sports Development Collaboration
The meeting between the Lagos State Sports Commission, led by Director General Oluwatoyin Gafar, and China's Consul General to Nigeria, Yan Yuqing, focused on...
Isreal Adesanya Announces August 17 Title Fight With Du Plessis
Former UFC middleweight champion, Israel Adesanya has announced his showdown with current champion Dricus du Plessis, set for August 17 at UFC 305 in...
Mildred Cheche Describes World Cup Qualification As A “Game Changer” For Women’s Football In Kenya
Qualification to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ has been described as a “Game-changer” for women’s football in Kenya. Read Also: President Federation Cup: MKO...
Africa: Towards A Business Enabling Environment: Angola Drills Down On Investment Incentives, Local Content Support
Angola is leveraging industry-wide reform to not only attract new investments across its oil and gas industry but to unlock a wealth of opportunities...
Nigeria, Kenya And Zambia To Represent Africa At The FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup 2024
Nigeria, Kenya And Zambia have been confirmed as the three African nations that will represent the continent at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup...
Conclusion Of The 2024 Rwanda Rugby National League
The 2024 Rwanda Rugby National League season concluded with thrilling matches in both the men's and women's 15-aside competitions. Read Also: DG Sports Commission Signs...
Nigeria Make History with Bronze at 2024 Chovken World Championship
Nigeria team has won bronze at the 2024 Chovken World Championship held in Baku, Azerbaijan. Read Also: Paul Maduakor Celebrates Rangers’ Emergence As NPFL Champions,...
Rugby News: Koch Strikes 50 In Exciting Bok Squad Featuring Four Debutants
Rugby World Cup-winning prop Vincent Koch will earn his 50th Test cap on Saturday when the Springboks take on Wales at Twickenham in their first...
President Federation Cup: MKO Abiola National Stadium To Host Grand Finale on 29 June
The grand finale of this year’s President Federation Cup men and women competitions will take place at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja on...
Sevilla Bolsters Attack with Free Signing of Nigerian Winger Chidera Ejuke
Sevilla FC has secured the services of Nigerian winger Chidera Ejuke on a free transfer, adding depth and flair to their squad ahead of...
National Trials: AFN Congratulates Tobi Amusan, Favour Ofili, Others Athletes For a Good Show
The Ahletics Federation of Nigeria AFN congratulated World Record Holders in Women's 100m hurdles, Tobi Amusan, Nigeria's sprint sensation, Favour Ofili and other Nigerian...
Nigeria Ex-Internationals Cup 2024: Rounds Of 16 Throws Up Tough Clashes
The Lagos Chapter of the Nigeria Ex-Internationals Cup organised by Lagos State Football Association has set the football community buzzing with excitements and untold...
Tobi Amusan Clinches Fourth Nigerian Title at National Trials
Tobi Amusan, the world record holder in the Women’s 100m hurdles, showcased her dominance by securing her fourth Nigerian title at the Athletics Federation...
Paul Maduakor Celebrates Rangers’ Emergence As NPFL Champions, Pledges More Innovations From ProStar
Fast-rising sports kit entrepreneur, Paul Maduakor has joined in celebrating the emergence of Rangers International of Enugu as the new Nigerian Professional Football League...
Governor Sule Hosts Nasarawa United, Pledges Enhanced Support Following NPFL Promotion
Nasarawa State Governor, Engr. Abdullahi Sule, welcomed players and officials of Nasarawa United Football Club to his Gudi country home in Akwanga Local Government...
DG Sports Commission Signs New Coaches To Strengthens Sports Development In Lagos
To support the growth of athletes in the state, the Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Lekan Fatodu has announced the engagement...
Paris Olympic Games: We’ll Make Things Difficult For Our Opponents – Asisat Oshoala Confident of Olympics Medal
Super Falcons and Bay F.C. striker, Asisat Oshoala, is optimistic about Nigeria’s ability to defeat their opponents at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Read Also: NPFL...
Lagos Sports Commission Organise Basketball Clinic to Empower Young Athletes, Elevate Coaching Standards
At the Mobolaji Johnson Sports Centre in Rowe Park, Lagos, the Lagos Sports Commission, in collaboration with ACAN International, organized a one-day basketball clinic...
Ex-Super Eagles Star Blasts Victor Osimhen After Social Media Outburst At Finidi
Victor Osimhen's social media outburst has been termed "irresponsible" and "disrespectful" to Nigerian football by former Eagles goalkeeper Idah Peterside. Read Also: WAFA League Announces...
Breaking: Enugu Rangers Crowned 2023-24 NPFL Champions
Rangers International FC Enugu have been declared the champions of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for the 2024 season, marking their 8th title...
NNL Super 8: Seyi Olofinjana, Bright Ozegbagbe, Toyeeb Gidado Cited In Ikorodu City’s Promotion Success
In the wake of Ikorodu City FC's promotion to the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), various stakeholders have highlighted key contributors to the club’s...
EID-EL-KABIR: Nigerian Amputee Football President Celebrates Eid-El-Kabir, Reflects on World Cup Success
Chief Paul Maduakor, President of the Nigerian Amputee Football Federation, has extended warm wishes to Muslims and all Nigerians during the Eid-El-Kabir celebrations. In...
EID-EL-KABIR: Ganiyu Majekodunmi Urges Nigerians to Keep Faith in Super Eagles and Embrace Eid-el-Kabir’s Lessons
Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, the Chairman of the Ogun State Football Association and a member of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Executive Board, has called...
WAFA League Announces Venue, Dates For Super 8 Matches
The Women’s Amateur Football Association (WAFA) League has officially unveiled the details for its eagerly anticipated Super 8 matches. The tournament, which will feature...
NNL SUPER-8 : How Ikorodu City Moved Ahead Of 4-Year Promotion Target – Tobi Samuel Adepoju
A director of Lagos-based Ikorodu City FC, Tobi Samuel Adepoju has disclosed a chain of factors that helped the young club move fast ahead...
Lagos Sports Commission DG, Fatodu Pledges Supports For Ikorodu FC
The Director General, of Lagos State Sports Commission, Lekan Fatodu, has assured Ikorodu City Football Club of total support following their promotion to the...
Finidi George Resigns From His Role as Super Eagles Coach
After just two games in charge of the Super Eagles without a victory, Finidi George resigned from his position as coach. Read Also: Sodiq Ismail...
NPFL Promotion: Optima Energy Gold Cup Salutes Beyond Limits
Organizers of the prestigious pre-season football tourney for clubs in the nation's three-tier league divisions, Optima Energy Gold Cup has showered encomiums on the...
