Enugu to Host Southeast Badminton Championship as Region Intensifies Preparations for National Sports Festival
Enugu is gearing up to become the badminton capital of the Southeast as the state prepares to host the fourth edition of the Southeast Zonal Badminton Championship from November 20–22 at the Indoor Gymnasium Sports Hall, Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium. Organised by the Southeast Badminton Outreach in partnership with the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) and the Enugu State Ministry of...
CAF Unveils Star-Studded Line Up Of Douaa Lahyaoui, Awilo Longomba, Fuse ODG To Perform At CAF Awards 2025
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced a stellar performance line-up for the CAF Awards 2025, taking place on Wednesday, 19 November at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) in Rabat. The ceremony will begin at 19h00 local time / 18h00 GMT. Three renowned musicians, Douaa Lahyaoui, Awilo Longomba and Fuse ODG, each representing a different generation and musical expression, will celebrate...
Ajumjum Emmzy Seals Move To Morjisco Kakraba As Ebonyi-Born Forward Makes Explosive Start In Ghana
Ajumjum Emmzy, a highly promising attacker from Mathias Football Academy in Ebonyi State, has officially completed his move to Ghanaian Division 2 side Morjisco Kakraba, marking an important step in his rising career. The gifted forward has wasted no time making an impression. In just four matches for his new club, Ajumjum has already registered 2 goals and 4 assists,...
Akintade Timothy Signs First Pro Deal In Greece As Lagos-Born Winger Begins European Journey
Akintade Timothy, a gifted winger from Lagos State, has officially signed his first professional contract with Greek side Apollon Kryas Vrysi 1960, marking a major breakthrough in his young career. The Nigerian wide man made his league debut last week, signaling the start of what promises to be an exciting adventure in European football. Joining the historic club known as...
Pacesetter Queens Set for Grand Unveiling of New Technical Crew, Squad Ahead of 2025 NWFL Season
Pacesetter Queens FC of Oyo State will on Thursday, November 20, 2025, officially unveil their revamped technical crew and full playing squad as preparations intensify for the upcoming Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) campaign. The ceremony, scheduled for 11:00 a.m. at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan, represents a major strategic step in the club’s bid to elevate its competitive...
Tinubu Urges Super Eagles to Focus on AFCON After World Cup Miss
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Super Eagles for their spirited effort in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers despite their agonising loss to the Democratic Republic of Congo in the playoff encounter on Sunday. The President urged the team to put the setback behind them and immediately refocus on preparations for the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON),...
Africa For Peace: Oyoka FC Commence With Intimidating Victory.
The Africa For Peace Sports Festival got off to a thrilling start with Oyoka FC making a bold statement in the second edition of the tournament. The team delivered an intimidating 12-2 thrashing of Dsc Allstars, emerging as the biggest winner from the nine matches played on the opening day. The day began with a festive atmosphere, as the morning’s opening...
Kun Khalifat FC Swing Axe After Poor Start, Disband Entire Technical and Management Team
Newly promoted Nigeria National League (NNL) outfit Kun Khalifat FC have initiated a sweeping house-cleaning, disbanding their entire coaching crew and management structure after a worrying slump that has left the club battling early-season turbulence. The decision, confirmed in a statement released by the club hierarchy, followed a frustrating 1–1 home draw against Nasarawa United over the weekend—a result that...
FIFA World Cup Debacle: Ajibade Blames Pinnick For Destroying Nigeria Football Foundational Structure, States Why Gusau Must Go
Renowned Nigerian sports journalist and multiple award-winning writer, Ajibade Olusesan has strongly criticised the leadership of Nigerian football and former NFF President Amaju Pinnick for the failure of the Super Eagles to qualify for the FIFA 2026 World Cup. He particularly blamed former president Pinnick for what he describes as the “systematic destruction” of the country’s football structure. Read Also: Adegoke...
Adegoke Chooses Manchester City As Nigerian-Heritage Prodigy Signs Pre-Contract With Premier League Giants
Young Nigerian-heritage sensation Al-Ameen Adegoke has officially signed a pre-contract with Manchester City, marking one of the biggest breakthroughs yet in his fast-rising football journey. The highly rated youngster had trained with both Manchester United and Manchester City, impressing top coaches on both sides of the city with his technique, intelligence, and maturity far beyond his age. After weeks of...
