Gernot Rohr Should Look at New Players – Fuludu
Former Super Eagles midfielder, Edema Fuludu has sent a charge to the Nigerian national team coach, Gernot Rohr to look at new players before making his final list for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations. Although Fuludu admitted that current set of players gave their very best during the qualifiers, he is of a view that adding fresh blood and...
Agbaji Retains Trust In Lobi Stars’ Management
Lobi Stars of Makurdi captain, Tony Agbaji says he is keeping trust in the club's management to assist the team to excel in the CAF Champions League. Heading into Friday's group stage draw ceremony for the competition, Agbaji told sports247.ng that he remains confident that the Middle Belt club's top brass will continue to boost the players' efforts for victory. Agbaji...
Akhator Turns Attention On Better Prospects In 2019
Nigerian female basketball national team, D'Tigress star, Evelyn Akhator has turned her attention fully on 2019, as she aims to achieve greater exploits. Sports247.ng can report that Akhator is still relishing fond memories of a very successful 2018 for self and country, but she is determined that the coming year will be even better. Consequently, while savouring memories of Nigeria's eighth...
Chukwumerije: Taekwondo Competitors Must Not Over Enjoy
The technical director of Nigeria Taekwondo Federation (NTF), Chika Chukwumerije has charged competitors in the sport to avoid 'too much enjoyment' during the festive season. Sports247.ng can report that, while disclosing that registration for the 2018 Nigeria International Open has commenced, Chukwumerije added that the coming year will be very busy and pivotal for the competitions. The Beijing 2008 Olympics bronze...
Uzoho Thanks Onyekuru, Kalu For Attending His Wedding
Elche of Spain goalkeeper, has sent a 'thank-you' message to his pals in the Super Eagles, Henry Onyekuru and Samuel Kalu for attending his wedding in Owerri, Imo State. Sports247.ng reports that Onyekuru, who plays for Galatasaray of Turkey, and Kalu from Girondins-Bordeaux of France, were the only Nigerian national team players in attendance at the nuptials. Onyekuru and Kalu were...
Carlton Cole Joins West Ham Coaching Crew
Former Super Eagles invitee, Calrton Okorie Cole has been added to the coaching crew on one of his former clubs, West Ham United. Sports247.ng gathered that the former striker, who made top marks with Chelsea and was invited for some Eagles' international friendlies, has been given a job in The Hammers' academy coaching staff. The London club's under-18 team manager, Jack...
Abuja Stadium Too Expensive To Maintain – Dalung
Sports minister, Barrister Solomon Dalung has raised fresh alarm over upkeep of Abuja National Stadium in the coming year, as he says the edifice is too expensive to maintain. In what could be a return to the derelict and unkempt state of the arena before the recent 19th National Sports Festival, Dalung confessed in an interview with sports247.ng that the...
Essien hints on Moses’ departure from Chelsea over playing time
With the January transfer window around the corner, Chelsea legend Michael Essien feels that winger Victor Moses could leave the Blues. The player who retired from international duties at 27 has found game time difficult to come by under Italian tactician Maurizio Sarri this season. He has been linked with English clubs Crystal Palace, West Ham United as well as Wolverhampton...
Odey to give away 10 bags of rice to fans
In a festive month of give away and appreciation of the gifts of life for the good tidings, footballers usually show appreciation to those that stood by them. To this end, former MFM FC forward Stephen Odey has decided to give out 10 bags of rice to his die hard fans on Social Media. This development was made known by the...
Idoko Wants More Support For Lobi Stars
Lobi Stars of Makurdi chief executive and vice-chairman, Mike Idoko has appealed for more support from Nigerians, in order to help the club win the CAF Champions League. Ahead of Friday's group stage draw ceremony in Cairo, Egypt, Idoko told sports247.ng that Lobi Stars are determined to do well in the elite clubs' competition but affirmed the need for total...
