Red-hot Striker Muhammed Abdullahi Shines As Kwara United U19 Team dims Legacy Stars In N-Youth League Cup
La Planet Sport Academia's product, Muhammed Abdullahi, shines in Kwara United U19 2-0 victory over Legacy Stars in the N- Youth League Cup played midweek, Sports247 reports. Muhammed scored the opener and assisted the second goal to continued his significant impact in the Kwara United Under-19 team. Recall that the in-form striker scored the lone goal and winner for Kwara United...
Lagos State Government Takes Disciplinary Action Against Six LASTMA Officials
The Lagos State Government has terminated the employment of six officials from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) in accordance with directives from the Lagos State Civil Service Commission (CSC). This action follows recommendations made by the Personnel Management Board regarding serious misconduct and inefficiencies exhibited by the officials. Formal disciplinary notices were issued at LASTMA's Headquarters in Oshodi, Lagos....
SWAN Commends Security Operatives on Release of Kidnapped Sports Journalists
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has expressed gratitude to security agencies following the release of several sports journalists who were abducted while traveling to Uyo to cover the first leg of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between the Super Eagles and Libya. SWAN's President, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, confirmed that the prompt response of the Nigerian Army...
BOWFT24: Heartland Queens Secure Perfect Record in Group Stage
Heartland Queens delivered an impeccable performance in the group stages of the 2024 Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament (BOWFT), winning all their matches without conceding a single goal. The Owerri-based team triumphed in their final group game on Thursday morning, defeating Aigle Royal d'Adjara from Benin Republic with a narrow 1-0 victory, thanks to a second-half goal by their prolific...
Five GreenLock FC Prodigies Sign For UAE’s Gulf United
In a groundbreaking move to become the best football academy in Nigeria, five prodigies from GreenLock FC of Abuja have signed with Gulf United FC, a top team in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Ashiru Ibrahim, Daniel Odumu, Hamed Traore, Taofiq Yekini, and Opeyemi Falade have completed the move from Nigeria to join the Eagles. This transfer not only showcases the...
BOWFT24: Bayelsa Queens Dominate Espoir FC 4-0 to Advance To Next Stage
On Thursday morning, October 10th, 2024, Bayelsa Queens FC overwhelmed Espoir FC of Benin Republic with a commanding 4-0 victory in their final Group B match of the Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament (BOWFT). The match, played at the University of Benin Sports Stadium, saw both teams fighting to break the deadlock in the first half, but it ended goalless,...
William Troost-Ekong Weighs In on Super Eagles’ Preparation for Libya Clash
Ahead of the Super Eagles’ back-to-back clashes with Libya in their AFCON qualifiers, William Troost-Ekong has expressed his respect for the opposition while highlighting the challenges of African football. Speaking to reporters, he said: “Every game is a tough game, playing in Africa is never easy, and I know they’re in town now, so they are taking preparations seriously. I don’t...
“I Want My First Choice Role Back”- Maduka Okoye Eager to Reclaim Super Eagles’ First-Choice Goalkeeper Role
Maduka Okoye has expressed his desire to reclaim the Super Eagles' first-choice goalkeeper spot ahead of their AFCON qualifiers against the Mediterranean Knights of Libya. Speaking recently, Okoye admitted that while he remains patient, he is keen to earn back his place, acknowledging the impressive performances of Stanley Nwabali, who has held the position since a strong AFCON showing in...
FCT Minister, Wike Support for Africa Military Game
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Barrister Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, has pledged his administration's support for the African Military Games, scheduled to take place in Abuja in November. This commitment was made during a courtesy visit from the Defence Headquarters delegation, led by General Christopher Musa, on October 9, 2024 . Wike views the event as a fantastic opportunity to showcase...
NFF Dismisses Al- Badri Poor Treatment Claims, Blames Libya for Logistical Issues
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has rejected allegations made by Libya's national team captain, Faisal Al-Badri, regarding poor treatment upon their arrival in Nigeria. Al-Badri claimed that the Mediterranean Knights were not well received, but the NFF insists that the Libyan Football Federation (LFF) created the logistical problems for themselves. Emmanuel Ayanbunmi, NFF’s Assistant Director (Protocol), explained that the LFF only...
