AFCON 2023 Snub: “Officiating Will Be Treated As An Emergency” Minister Tells Stakeholders During First Meeting
The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has stated that the snubbing of Nigerian match officials for AFCON 2023 duties by...
NBA & AFD Basketball Experience: AFD, NBA Africa Patner To Unveil Newly Renovated Court In Lagos
As part of the Jr. NBA & AFD Basketball Experience program in Lagos, NBA Africa and the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) inaugurated a...
‘Fix Aper Aku Stadium In Six Weeks For Lobi Stars’ – Benue FA Beckons New Sports Commissioner
The leadership of Benue State Football Association (BSFA) has passionately appealed to the new Commissioner of Youth, Sports and Creativity, Rt. Hon. Ikyange Terkimbi,...
World Rugby Football Body Lists Nigeria, 5 Other Amongst Emerging Nations Experiencing Strong Growth
World Rugby football body, WR has listed Nigeria as one of the six emerging rugby-playing nations that are experiencing strong growth in the sport. Read...
Shaibu Congratulates Kweku Tandoh On Appointment As ATTF Helmsman
Edo State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu has congratulated Dr. Kweku Tandoh on his recent appointment as the Chief Operating Officer, COO...
CAF CC Qualifier: Gov Obaseki Leads Support For Bendel Insurance Against RS Berkane… Offers Free Ride, Tickets
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo state has again called on the people of Edo state, particularly Benin residents, including civil servants to come out...
Excitement Galore As BSFA, State government Launch ‘Football For All’ Initiative In Benue
A new soccer revolution known as 'Football for All' has been officially launched in Benue State. Read Also: Jose Peseiro Accepts Pay Cut To Pursue...
‘One Way To Get Attention Of Perishing Youths Is Through Sports’, Pastor Samuel Abayomi Tactical Soul Recruitment Juggernaut Revealed
Leading Pastor at the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministry Youth church in Ogba, Samuel Abayomi has said that the church wants to use...
FIFA Secretary, Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus To Share The Stage In Unique World Football Summit Panel Discussion
World Football Summit (WFS), the biggest international events business dedicated to the football industry, is proud to announce a unique panel discussion featuring two...
Dambe Warriors League Set To Ignite A New Era For An Ancient Sport In Nigeria
The Africa Fighters League (AFL) is set to energize the ancient martial art of Dambe through the inception of the Dambe Warriors League (DWL)...
Assessing The Nominees For The 2023 Best FIFA Football Awards And What Osimhen’s Inclusion Means To Nigeria
The nominees were shortlisted by a panel of football experts who reviewed longer lists compiled by FIFA based on the candidates' achievements during the...
Government Will Support You To Achieve YourYour Goals, Youth and Sports Commissioner, Jafaru Tells Nasarawa State Football Referees’ Council
Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Nasarawa State, Hon. Jafaru Ango, has assured the leadership of the Nasarawa State Football Referees' Council of a...
Coach Lewis Releases Final 12-man Black Stallions For Olympic Games Rugby Qualifiers
The Nigeria Rugby Coach, Steve Lewis has made public the 12-man roaster for the all-important Africa Cup 7s Rugby Tournament which starts on Saturday...
NLO/Ikukuoma Super Cup Final: Tudun Wada Battles Ave FC
Tudun Wada and Ave FC are set to spark fireworks at the Uboma Secondary School Stadium Complex on Saturday, September 16, after both teams...
Kweku Tandoh Gets ATTF Appointment As Pioneer COO
Former Executive Chairman of Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) Kweku Tandoh has been appointed as the pioneer Chief Operating Officer (CEO) of the African...
Gokana Football Council Visits Confidence Deko As LGA Chairman Partners With Body
The Gokana Football Council on Wednesday paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman of Gokana Local Government Council, Hon. Confidence Nyima Deko, DSSRS...
Buruj Sports Academy Gains International Appeal As Another American Born Player Enroll
The Buruj Sports Academy is making waves as it increasingly becomes the go-to choice for parents in Nigeria and beyond. In recent developments, the...
Odion Jude Ighalo Shines With Hat-Trick For Al Wehdah In Saudi Pro League
Former Super Eagles forward, Odion Jude Ighalo, made a resounding impact in the Saudi Pro League on Thursday, dazzling fans with a stunning hat-trick...
Ikeja DFA Super 4: “It Is All About Winning And Losing, About Pain And Joy” Saint Austine Reflects On Shuffle Select Academy’s Performance
The Ikeja DFA Super 4 witnessed an emotional Coach Saint Austine as he shared his thoughts after Shuffle Select Academy's 3-1 loss to Bucknor...
Ikeja DFA Super 4: “We Know What It Takes To Win A Super 4 Game Like This” Bucknor FC TM Adebowale Abidemi Speaks After Victory
Adebowale Abidemi, the esteemed Team Manager of Bucknor FC, offered insights into the team's spectacular victory over Shuffle Select. Read Also: Nigeria’s D’Tigress Climbs FIBA...
Emmanuel Dennis Secures Loan Move To Istanbul Basaksehir From Nottingham Forest
Nigerian Super Eagles forward, Emmanuel Dennis, is embarking on a new chapter in his football journey as he agrees to a loan move to...
Christian Pyagbara Joins Shooting Stars For 2023/24 NPFL Season
Former Heartland FC of Owerri forward, Christian Pyagbara, is set to make a return to Nigerian football as he completes a transfer to Shooting...
Ikeja DFA Super 4: Hard Work Pays, Captain Ajibola Nurudeen Reflects On Bucknor FC’s Unbeaten Streak
Ajibola Nurudeen is the steadfast captain of Bucknor FC, a team that has been making waves with their unbeaten run in the Super 4...
Benin Arsenals Prepare To Face Renaissance Sportive de Berkane In CAF Qualifiers
Football fervor is reaching its peak in Edo State's capital, Benin City, as the city undergoes a striking transformation, bathed in the vibrant yellow...
Rangers International Secure Defender Austin Opara From Plateau United
Rangers International, a seven-time champion of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), has made a significant addition to their squad with the signing of...
Ikeja DFA Super 4 Final: Idowu Lateef, Guiding Bucknor FC to Victory
Coach Idowu Lateef of Bucknor FC expressed his elation following his team's impressive victory. "Today, I am full of joy because it is not...
Victor Boniface Outshines Harry Kane To Secure Bundesliga Player of the Month For August
In a remarkable triumph, young Nigerian striker Victor Boniface has emerged victorious in the race for the Bundesliga Player of the Month award for...
Ikeja DFA Female League: Olaleye Johnson Reveals Perspective on Ranieri Ladies’ Game
Olaleye Johnson, coach of Ranieri Ladies, revealed his perspective on their recent game. Despite their loss, Coach Olaleye expressed no disappointment but instead attributed...
Amusan, Brume Seek Redemption At 2023 Wanda Diamond League Final In Oregon
The duo, along with other elite athletes from around the world, have descended upon Eugene, Oregon, United States, for the highly anticipated 2023 Wanda...
Nigeria Debut At Invictus Games: A Triumph Over Trauma
In their inaugural participation at the Invictus Games, Nigeria's athletes, including Peacemaker Azuegbulam, have found a platform to transcend physical and psychological trauma. Read Also:...
Nigeria’s D’Tigress Climbs FIBA Rankings After Dominant Afrobasket Championship
Nigeria's women's basketball team, D'Tigress, has made significant strides in the latest FIBA Rankings following their outstanding performance at the 2023 Women's Afrobasketball Championship,...
Nigeria’s Cricket Team Gears Up for 2024 T20 World Cup Qualifier
The head coach of Nigeria's senior men's cricket team, Steve Tikolo, has expressed the team's readiness to compete and secure qualification for the 2024...
Team Nigeria Boxers Shine In Paris 2024 Olympic Games Qualifier: Six Qualify For Semi-finals
Team Nigeria's boxers participating in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games qualifier in Dakar, Senegal, have continued to impress, with six of them securing spots...
Ahead of 2023 National Youth Games, Sports Minister Receives State Directors of Sports
The leadership of the forum of Directors of Sports of the 36 States of the federation, and that of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT),...
National Stadium Surulere Undergoes Transformation With New Tartan Tracks, Football Field, Scoreboard
The iconic National Stadium Surulere in Lagos is sporting a rejuvenated appearance thanks to a comprehensive facelift carried out by former Minister of Sports,...
Nigeria’s U18 Women’s Handball Team Confident Ahead of Africa Women Youth Handball Championship
Nigeria's under 18 women's handball team is brimming with confidence as they prepare to represent their country at the 19th Africa Women Youth Handball...
SFFL Showtime League X Set To Kick Off In Lagos: A Fresh Era In Co-ed Flag Football
Lagos is gearing up for an exciting sports venture as the SFFL Showtime League X, the premier co-ed American flag football league, is set...
Ikeja DFA Super 4: ‘Expect Total, Classical Football’, Emmanuel Adeshina Previews Blockbuster Final Game Day As He Urges Fans Massive Turnout
Ikeja Coaches Council Chairman, Emmanuel Adeshina has revealed that the final game day of the Ikeja DFA Super 4 competition will produce nerve cracking...
Ekeji Commends Gusau Over NFF Board’s Composition
Former Director General of the defunct National Sports Commission (NSC), Dr. Patrick Ekeji, has described the composition of the current board of the Nigeria...
International Friendly Match: Super Eagles To Test Strength Against Saudi’s Green Falcons In Portugal
Nigeria and Saudi Arabia will clash in a senior international friendly match in the city of Portimão, Portugal on Friday, 13th October 2023. Read Also:...
Committee Appointments Announced For the 8th Adamu Yola Gombe South Unity Cup
Promise Uwaeme, Chairman of the Local Organising Committee for the 8th Adamu Yola Gombe South Unity Cup, has officially unveiled the key committee members...
Sports Minister Embarks On Official Stakeholders’ Engagement Visit To Minister of Niger Delta Affairs
The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh on Wednesday embarked on an official/stakeholders' engagement visit to the Honourable Minister of Niger...
Akinkunmi Amoo Joins Omonia Nicosia On A Three Year Deal
Omonia Nicosia has announced that they reached an agreement with FC Copenhagen to sign 21-year-old Nigerian winger, Akinkunmi Amoo with the deal already sanctioned...
Super Falcons Star Desire Oparanozie Bids Farewell To Football At 29
Nigeria's football sensation, Desire Oparanozie, has chosen to hang up her boots at the youthful age of 29, marking the end of her illustrious...
“Periodic Review Will Be Conducted” – Minister Tells Sports Federation Presidents
Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has charged sports federation presidents to undertake their job with commitment, passion, and focus, in order...
Breaking: Buruj FC Win Big Again As International Jersey Brand , Active Field Set To Kit Team Ahead Of 2023/24 NLO Campaign
Top most football academy in Nigeria, Buruj Football Club have today announced that have have reached a ground breaking agreement with global jersey brand...
Rising Tennis Prodigy Seun Ogunsakin: A Journey of Determination, Skill
In a remarkable journey of determination and skill, 14-year-old Seun Ogunsakin made history as Nigeria's first teenage recipient of a wild card in over...
Asisat Oshoala Academy, Nike Launch Season 2 Scouting, Mentorship Program
The Asisat Oshoala Academy, in collaboration with Nike, is currently hosting its highly anticipated Season 2 scouting and mentorship program. Read Also: Coach Shittu Release...
Bendel Insurance FC Triumph In Thrilling Penalty Shootout To Advance In 2023/24 CAF Confederation Cup
Bendel Insurance FC achieved a thrilling victory over ASO Chief, emerging triumphant with a 4-3 scoreline in the penalty shootout. Read Also: Nigeria Amputee Football...
CAF Announces AFCON Referee Course Participants
In a recent announcement, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) unveiled the list of 32 referees and 33 assistant referees selected to participate in...
