Homeboy Ani Chidozie Relishes Homecoming Tie Against Rangers FC
Ani Chidozie will take centre stage on Sunday as Niger Tornadoes face Rangers International in an NPFL Matchday 14 showdown at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, a fixture that marks a special homecoming for the Enugu-born midfielder. Niger Tornadoes head into the clash in strong form, sitting 5th on the NPFL table after an impressive start to the season. Read Also: FIBA...
Abia Tertiary Sports Fiesta Springs to Life as Michael Okpara University Sets Early Pace
The maiden Abia State Tertiary Education Sports Fiesta kicked off its competitive phase on Tuesday, igniting a vibrant atmosphere at the Umuahia Township Stadium as institutions across the state began their quest for supremacy. The opening day delivered a strong statement from Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), whose basketball team took center stage with a commanding performance. Read Also:...
Nigeria Clinches Hosting Rights for Inaugural African Boxing Congress, Set to Become Continental Powerhouse
Nigeria has secured yet another major sporting milestone as the Nigeria Boxing Federation (NBF), led by its President, His Excellency Hon. Wale Edun, has been officially awarded the hosting rights for the maiden African Boxing Congress and Boxing Gala Night. The decision was confirmed in a letter from African Boxing — the continent’s governing arm under World Boxing — which...
Warri Wolves Recall Suspended Coach Napoleon Aluma After Two-Month Ban
Warri Wolves have reinstated head coach Napoleon Aluma, marking the end of the two-month suspension he received in September. Aluma officially returned to his post on Thursday as the club continues its efforts to stabilise the technical direction of the team amid a demanding phase of the season. Read Also: Nigeria Returns With 18 Gold Medals From African Masters Athletics Championships...
NSC Opens Crucial Technical Session in Calabar, Sets Bold Reforms for Nigerian Sports in 2025
The National Sports Commission (NSC) on Tuesday opened the Technical Session of the 2nd National Council on Sports in Calabar, Cross River State, unveiling a strategic roadmap aimed at deepening reforms and accelerating growth across Nigeria’s sports ecosystem under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Declaring the session open, NSC Director-General, Honourable Bukola Olopade, described the Technical Session as...
European Scouts Storm Edo as FA Strengthens Pathways for Young Football Talent
The Edo State Football Association has intensified its drive toward global football development as it hosted a delegation of European scouts currently in the state for talent discovery and youth-focused initiatives. The scouts—from Italy, Poland, and Latvia—were led to the FA Secretariat in Benin City by the Chairman of the Ovia North-East Football Council, Mr. Roland Inonoje, who paid a...
FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers: Final Roasters Locked In as Window 1 Tips Off Today in Rades
The journey to the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup officially gets underway today in Rades, Tunisia, where eight African nations will open their campaigns in the first window of qualification. Final rosters for Window 1 were confirmed on Wednesday evening following a FIBA technical meeting, setting the stage for four days of intense, high-level basketball. Read Also: Nigeria Returns With 18...
Precious Dede Appointed WAFU-B Women’s Football Development Manager
West Africa’s women’s football landscape has received a major boost with the appointment of former Super Falcons goalkeeper and Nigerian football icon, Precious Dede, as the new Women’s Football Development Manager for WAFU Zone B. Dede, one of Africa’s most decorated shot-stoppers, steps into the strategic role at a time when women’s football in the region is experiencing rapid growth...
Ogunleye Sulaimon Shines in Switzerland as Defensive Pillar for Sporting Chênois
Nigeria’s Ogunleye Sulaimon is steadily building a reputation as one of the most dependable defenders in Switzerland’s 1. Liga Classic, with his standout performances for Club Sporting Chênois drawing growing attention. The commanding centre-back has featured in 16 league matches this season, delivering consistency and maturity far beyond the numbers. Impressively, he has also contributed two crucial goals—an added boost...
CAFCL: RS Berkane Arrive in Uyo for Rivers United Clash, Coach Targets Another Big Result
Moroccan heavyweights RS Berkane have arrived in Uyo ahead of their CAF Champions League Group A Matchday Two showdown against Rivers United, set for Friday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium. The North African side touched down on Wednesday evening and moved smoothly into their hotel base, signaling full focus and preparedness for what promises to be a decisive early-stage...
