Aiyegbeni’s Champions League Exploits Resonate
Former Super Eagles striker, Yakubu Aiyegbeni on Tuesday received a golden mention in the UEFA Champions League folklore, with pundits recounting his efforts with Maccabi Haifa of Israel. Sports247.ng reports that, though it was his first base outside Nigeria, 'The Yak Attack' was in breathtaking form for Maccabi against top teams like Manchester United, against which he scored a wonder...
Udoji’s Memorial Shakes Kano Pillars, LMC
Kano Pillars on Tuesday led a wave of events organised to mark the one year remembrance of their late defender, Chinedu Udoji, who died on February 19, 2018. While League Management Company (LMC), some rival clubs and lovers of the domestic championship also joined in the day's memorials, Pillars led the way by organising a memorial match in honour of...
Omeruo Rules Self Out Of Another Loan Deal
Leganes of Spain defender, Kenneth Omeruo has ruled himself out of another loan deal, as he expects to get a permanent contract at the end of the current season. Omeruo, who is on loan from Chelsea of England, has been in tremendous form with Leganes, such that he has started and completed five straight matches with his team in La...
Justin Fashanu ‘Alive’ On 58th Post-humus Birthday
Memory was on Tuesday revived for late Nigerian-born British striker, Justin Fashanu, as former colleagues, mentors and fans gathered to bring him 'alive' and give him a graceful 58th post-humus birthday in England. Sports247.ng gathered that the honour if death for John Fashanu's older brother were led by ex-Leyton Orient manager, Frank Clark and the late striker's close friend, Alan...
Uzoho Gets Hope In Club’s Appeal Against Suspension
Anorthosis Famagusta of Cyprus goalkeeper, Francis Odinaka Uzoho is staying hopeful for a positive outcome to an appeal lodged by his club against a match suspension handed him by the country's football body. Sports247.ng gathered that, in response to the suspension and fine handed Uzoho by Cyprus' FA at the start of the week, plus a points deduction for his...
Rugby Silver Cup 2019 Comes To Nigeria In June
Nigeria is set to host this year's edition of Rugby Silver Cup, as Pool A of the competition is billed to take place in Lagos come June. Sports247.ng gathered that Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) is already planning towards the event, after the country won the right to host the first Rugby Silver Cup pool tournament of the year. NRFF technical...
Iguodala Replaces LeBron James As Players’ VP
Nigerian-born basketball star, Andre Iguodala of Golden State Warriors has been elected to replace NBA legend, LeBron James as first vice president of USA's National Basketball Players Association (NBPA). Sports247.ng reports that Iguodala, who has been a vice president on the NBPA executive committee since 2013, moves into his new role after James' four-year term expired. Same day, Milwaukee Bucks guard...
Joshua Feels Miller’s Fury During Press Conference
Nigerian-born British boxing heavyweight champion of the world, Anthony Olaseni Oluwafemi Joshua faced fresh verbal fury from his next opponent, as American pugilist, Jarrell Miller talked tough at their first press conference to herald the June 1 fight. Sports247.ng learnt that 'AJ' was put on the defensive, as Miller warned Joshua to expect a hostile reception on his terrain in...
Nigeria Set For Special Olympics Opening On March 14
Nigeria's contingent is bracing up for the start of the 2019 Special Sports Olympics on March 14th, with officials hinting that the athletes and officials will be ready to make the country proud. Sports247.ng learnt that, heading into the start of the World Summer Games, Nigeria is preparing an 86-person delegation for the trip to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates...
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Several years ago, I read a story that so fascinated me that I haven’t forgotten ever since. It’s the story of a gentleman who desired to improve his lot in life. He made up his mind to be rich. Then he began taking steps. The more he tried, the more he met with temporary setbacks. However, he refused to quit....
