Joseph Oluwatosin Debut At Access Bank Lagos City Marathon – A Mixed Experience
Joseph Oluwatosin, a first-time participant at the 9th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, shared his thoughts and reflections on the event. Expressing...
Christopher Nnaji Vincent 2024 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon Journey – From Port-Harcourt to Lagos
Christopher Nnaji Vincent travelled from Port-Harcourt to participate in the 9th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon. In an interview with Sports 247,...
Emmanuel Solomon, Daughter Join 2024 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon
Emmanuel Solomon and his daughter participated in the 10km race of the 9th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon on Saturday, February...
Desola Adesanya Of City Cyclers Club – Promoting Fitness, Community Engagement
Desola Adesanya, one of the founding members of the City Cyclers Club, shed light on the club's participation in the 2024 Access Bank Lagos...
#AFCON23: José Peseiro Reflects On Nigeria’s Performance in AFCON 2023 Final
Following Nigeria's defeat against Ivory Coast in the AFCON 2023 final, head coach José Peseiro opened up about the match and his team's performance,...
#AFCONupdates: Nigeria’s Nwabali Expresses Regret Over AFCON Final Defeat
Following Nigeria's heart-wrenching 2-1 loss to Cote d'Ivoire in the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations final, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has expressed profound disappointment and...
#AFCON23: Troost-Ekong Named TotalEnergies Man Of Competition As Nigeria Falls Short in AFCON Final
Nigeria's William Troost-Ekong emerged as TotalEnergies Man of the Competition of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, receiving the prestigious accolade for his commanding...
#AFCON23: Elephants Trump Super Eagles As Ivory Coast Emerges AFCON Champions in Thrilling Comeback Victory
Nigeria's hopes of clinching their fourth Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title were dashed as Ivory Coast staged a remarkable comeback to seize their...
NVBF President Musa Nimrod Sets Ambitious Goal For Nigerian Volleyball
After the 2023 Beach Volleyball Star/Open Tour in Abuja, Engineer Musa Nimrod, President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) and Secretary General of the...
Nigeria Customs Service Clinches Beach Volleyball Open Tour Title
In an exhilarating showdown at the Beach Volleyball Open Tour in Abuja, Nigeria Customs Service emerged victorious, defeating UCEM VC with a convincing 2-0...
#SupereaglesAFCON: Jose Mourinho Urges Jose Peseiro To Make History in AFCON 2023 Final
Renowned Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho has extended his support and encouragement to his compatriot, Jose Peseiro, ahead of the highly anticipated AFCON 2023 final...
Bernard Sang,Kebene Chala Victorious At 2024 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon
The 2024 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon took place on Saturday, February 10th, with participants competing in both the 10km and 42km races. The 10km...
Legends Go Down Totalenergies CAF AFCON Success Memory Lane
With less than 24 hours to the kick-off of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023 final, African football legends who...
“Spirit Of Oneness Will Deliver Us The AFCON Trophy”: Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi Confident of AFCON Glory for Nigeria
In an exclusive interview with Sports247 conducted at his hotel room in the heart of Abidjan, Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, Chairman of the Ogun State...
“I Believe So Much In This Team” – Says Gafar As Super Eagles Set For AFCON Trouphy
The Super Eagles of Nigeria soared into the AFCON final on the birthday of the Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Honorable...
AFCON 2023: We Want Double Double – Musa, Omeruo Declare
Captain Ahmed Musa and defender Kenneth Omeruo were in the Super Eagles’ squad that last won the Africa Cup of Nations title, back in...
AFCON 2023: Gusau Pays Condolence Visit To Family Of Late Chief Angus Nwoye
President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Ibrahim Musa Gusau has paid a condolence visit to the family of Chief Angus Nwoye, the Nigerian multi-millionaire...
Xi’An Welcomes Teams Amidst Chinese New Year Celebrations
The Local Organizing Committee (LOC) of the 2024 Paris Olympics FIBA Women's Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Xi'an, China, has gone above and beyond to...
Hossam Hassan replaces Rui Vitoria as Egypt head coach
The Egyptian Football Federation (EFF) has appointed Hossam Hassan as the new head coach of the Egyptian national team, replacing the sacked coach, Rui...
Final: Nigeria v Cote d’Ivoire – Facts and figures
Nigeria will play hosts Cote d'Ivoire in the final of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday in Abidjan. Below are the facts...
VP Shettima Leads FG’s Delegation To Super Eagles’ AFCON Finals
...President Tinubu directs maximum support and urges the Eagles to make Nigeria, Africa proud President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima...
Peseiro hoping to clinch TotalEnergies CAF AFCON final on first attempt
Head coach of the Nigerian national team, Jose Peseiro is hoping to win the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023 on...
Emerse Faé: “We want to add a third star to the orange jersey of Cote d’ivoire”
Cote d’Ivoire is 90 minutes away from what could potentially be a third continental title when they face Nigeria in the finals of the...
TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Final’s Poster unveiled
CAF has launched the official poster for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023 Final. The final between host Cote d’Ivoire and...
2023 AFCON Final: FFCN Presdent, Ambassador Ogunfuwa Congratulates NFF, Super Eagles, Tasks Them To Go For The Title
National President of the Nigeria’s leading Supporters Club, Football Fans Club of Nigeria (FFCN), Ambassador Oluwakemi Ogunfuwa has congratulated the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF...
Peseiro’s Determination: ‘We Want to Win This AFCON’ – Nigeria Gears Up for Final Clash Against Ivory Coast
As the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) final looms large, Nigeria's head coach, Jose Peseiro, exudes confidence in his team's abilities while acknowledging the...
“We’re Just Here to Win the Tournament”: Ahmed Musa’s Determination Echoes Ahead of AFCON Final Clash
Nigeria's talismanic forward, Ahmed Musa, addressed the press today ahead of their highly anticipated AFCON final showdown against Ivory Coast. Watch Also: Peseiro, Musa Determination:...
USA Women’s Basketball Team Dominates D’Tigress in Paris 2024 Olympic Games Qualifiers
In a decisive match during Matchday 2 of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games Qualifiers, the USA women's basketball team, reigning World and Olympic Champions,...
Traffic Advisory For 2024 Lagos City Marathon
The Lagos State Government has issued a traffic advisory ahead of the annual Access Bank Lagos City Marathon scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, February 10th,...
FIFA Clarifies Reports On Blue Card in Football
In response to recent speculation regarding the introduction of a "blue card" in elite football, FIFA has stated to set the record straight. Contrary to...
D’Tigress Roars Back – Nigeria’s Women’s Basketball Team Triumphs in FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament
Following their triumphant victory at the Afrobasket in August 2023, D'Tigress, the Nigeria women's basketball team, returned to the court with a resounding win...
Amaechi Okobi Highlights Access Bank’s Commitment To Nigeria’s Positive Image Through Lagos City Marathon Sponsorship
At the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon 2024 press conference held on Friday, February 9th, 2024, Amaechi Okobi, the chief communications officer, Access Corporation...
Bukola Olopade Highlights Nilayo Sports Management’s Role in Access Bank Lagos City Marathon
Bukola Olopade, CEO of Nilayo Sports Management, reflected on the pivotal role his company has played in the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon 2024. Speaking...
AFN President Tonobok Ojuru Okowa Outlines Future Plans, Concerns At Access Bank Lagos City Marathon 2024 Press Conference
President Tonobok Ojuru Okowa of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) delivered key insights and addressed concerns during the press conference of the Access...
Access Bank Lagos City Marathon 2024 Set To Kick Off With Grandeur
The highly anticipated 9th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon is poised to commence in grand style tomorrow, February 10th, 2024. The press...
#AFCON23: Xulu Happy With Bafana Bafana Progress Ahead Of DR Congo Clash
South African defender, Siyanda Xulu says he is happy with the team’s performance and the progress they have shown in their time at the...
#AFCON23: Mental Recovery Is Key In Fight For Third Place – Broos
Head coach of the South African head coach, Hugo Broos says the fight for a bronze medal in the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of...
#AFCON23: Governor Dapo Abiodun Extols Super Eagles’ Triumph in AFCON Semifinal
Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has hailed the Super Eagles for their hard-earned victory over the South African national team, describing it...
#AFCON23: “This Is The Time To Bring Trophy Back Home” – Samuel Chukwueze Gear Up For Final Showdown Against Hosts
Samuel Chukwueze, the standout winger for the Nigerian national team, addressed the press with a tone of determined focus rather than jubilant celebration. The Super...
Edo Sports Commission, Insurance FC Mourn Passing Of Coach Godwin Izilein
The Edo State Sports Commission and Bendel Insurance Football Club have been plunged into mourning following the passing of veteran coach Godwin Izilein. The esteemed...
Bayelsa Abuzz As Five States Descend Upon Yenagoa For South South U-18 Tournament
Yenagoa, the capital city of Bayelsa State, is set to become the focal point of youth football excitement as it hosts the highly anticipated...
#AFCON23: Cote d’Ivoire Coach Vows To Unveil Winning Strategy Against Nigeria in AFCON Final
Emerse Fae, the head coach of Cote d’Ivoire, has expressed his determination to devise a winning formula for his team's upcoming clash with the...
#AFCON23: From Struggles To Triumph – The Remarkable Journey Of William Troost-Ekong’s Victories
William Troost-Ekong's path to becoming a linchpin in Nigeria's defence line at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is a testament to resilience, determination,...
#AFCON23: “I See It As Motivation” – Nwabali Responds To Criticism With Confidence Ahead Of AFCON Final Match
As the anticipation for the upcoming match in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) intensifies, Nigerian goalkeeper Nwabali has responded to recent criticism with...
Nigeria Pillar of Sports Pledges ₦1 Million per Goal as Super Eagles Qualify for AFCON Final
The Nigeria Pillar of Sports, Chief Donatus Agu Ejidike, has lauded the Super Eagles' qualification for the AFCON final and announced a generous incentive...
#SupereaglesAFCON2023: Ekiti FA Chairman Applauds Super Eagles’ Semifinal Win
Aare Oluwole Oloworemo, Ekiti State Football Association chairman, praised Nigeria's Super Eagles for reaching the AFCON final. He applauded their resilience and determination. Read Also:...
Egypt 2024 African Senior Weightlifting Championship: Nigeria’s Weightlifters End Championship with 6 Gold, 5 Silver Medals
Joy Ogbonne Eze rounded off a wonderful performance for Team Nigeria Weightlifters at the just concluded Egypt 2024 African Senior Weightlifting Championship after she...
Rivals Nigeria And Cote d’Ivoire Collide In Blockbuster AFCON Final Showdown
A titanic clash awaits African football as Nigeria and Cote d'Ivoire contest the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON 2023 final on Sunday. This heavyweight bout sees...
Nigeria On Course In Pursuit Of Fourth Totalenergies CAF AFCON Crown
The pressure is on for Nigeria as they seek football immortality in the AFCON 2023 final. The Super Eagles take on Cote d'Ivoire or...
Nwabali Deflects Hero Status Onto Nigeria Team-Mates
Nigeria's penalty shootout hero Stanley Nwabali was quick to deflect personal praise onto his teammates after steering the Super Eagles to reach the TotalEnergies...
