Nigeria Qualifies To Run In Men’s 4x400m Event At 2026 World Relays Championship
Nigeria's 4x400m men on Saturday qualified for the 2026 World Relays Championships, following their first place finish at the qualifiers in Gaborone, Botswana, Sports247...
Jordan Flaunt Credible Results, Plus 2-2 Draw With Costa Rica, Ahead Of Clash With Super Eagles
Jordan are flaunting a long line of credible results in recent matches, ahead of their clash with Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Tuesday, with the...
Super Eagles’ Debut Excites Nwaiwu, Trabzonspor Defender Relishes Long Held Dream
Trabzonspor of Turkey defender, Chibuike Nwaiwu has disclosed that he was very happy that he made his senior debut for Nigeria during the Super...
Hosting African Games Will Stimulate Infrastructure Development In Nigeria – Kola Daniel
National Sports Commission (NSC) director-general, Honourable Bukola Olopade’s special assistant media, Kola Daniel has cited infrastructure development among benefits Nigeria would get from hosting...
Wrestling Federation President Adewale Adeniyi Promises More Youth Empowerment Programmes
The president of Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi has promised that there will be more attention to grassroots development and youth empowerment...
Gaffar Liameed Promises Well Organized Tournament For 2026 Lagos State FA Cup
Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) chairman, Hajji Gafar Olawale Liameed has promised that the governing body will do everything to ensure that this year’s...
Jagaban Cup 2026 Set for Grand Finale as Klassisch FA Face Broad City FC
The stage is set for a thrilling finale at the Jagaban Cup 2026, as Klassisch Football Academy and Broad City FC prepare to battle...
“KIFA Is Our Baby, We’ll Adopt It” — NSC DG Olopade Backs Ikhana Academy Launch in Auchi
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade, has thrown full institutional support behind the newly launched Kadiri Ikhana Football...
FC Bethel Sporting Keeper Uche Stephen Targets Podium Finish, Dreams of Super Eagles Call-Up
Goalkeeper, Uche Ugochukwu Stephen has expressed confidence and determination ahead of FC Bethel Sporting’s third-place playoff clash against Ikorodu City FC in the ongoing...
Oloyede Commends Jagaban Cup, Urges Young Players to Stay Grounded
Former Stationery Stores captain and ex-international Taiwo Oloyede has praised the organisation and competitive standard of the ongoing Jagaban Cup 2026, describing it as...
You Are Champions Beyond Limits!’ SSA Adeboye Celebrates Para Athletes at Colourful National Para Games Opening
The opening ceremony of the 3rd National Para Games came alive in grand style at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, as the Senior...
Super Falcons Forward Esther Okoronkwo Celebrates Birthday with Message of Growth, Gratitude
Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo marked her birthday in style, sharing a heartfelt message that reflected on her journey, resilience, and ambition. READ ALSO: Nigeria’s...
Nigeria’s Athletics Team Wins 4x100m Mixed Relays In Botswana
Nigeria's quartet of Chidera Ezeakor, Maria Thompson, James Taiwo and Jennifer Obi on Saturday afternoon won the 4x100m mixed relay event at the ongoing...
Aladeloye Shines in 200m as Mississippi State’s Nigerian Core Grows
Adetutu Aladeloye continued her steady rise on the track with an impressive outing at the 2026 Bulldog Alumni Relays, claiming victory in Section 2...
Onyinyechi Crowned NWFL Matchday 11 Top Performer
Jacklin Onyinyechi of Delta Queens has been officially named the Matchday 11 Top Performer in the NWFL Premiership, following an intense round of fan...
Ogunsakin Crowned African Champion at ITF J200 in Egypt
Nigeria’s rising tennis star Seun Ogunsakin has been crowned champion of the ITF U-18 Africa Regional Championship (J200) in Cairo, Egypt. READ ALSO: “It’s a...
“It’s a Dream Come True” – Nwaiwu Reacts to Super Eagles Debut as Elegbeleye Charges NPFL Stars
Former Enyimba FC defender Chibuike Nwaiwu has described his maiden appearance for the Super Eagles as a “dream come true,” after making a surprise...
Are Football Matches Really Unpredictable or Just Poorly Analyzed?
Football has long been described as an unpredictable sport. From last-minute goals to shocking upsets, the game often feels driven by chaos rather than...
Iran Coach Amir Ghalenoei Lists Gains From Friendly Defeat to Nigeria National Football Team
Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei has outlined the key positives from his side’s 2-1 defeat to the Nigeria national football team, revealing that his...
NPFL: Nasarawa United Land in Lagos Ahead of Matchday 32 Clash vs Kwara United
Nasarawa United have safely arrived in Lagos ahead of their crucial Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 32 encounter against Kwara United. READ ALSO: Moses...
Moses Itauma Eyes Victory On Saturday, Vows To Stay On Righteous Path In Fast Paced Boxing Career
Nigerian-born fast-rising heavyweight boxing prodigy, Moses Itauma has promised to stay rooted on the righteous path of life all through his career, with a...
Israel Adesanya Faces Several Piercing Questions Ahead Of UFC Clash With Pyfer
Several piercing questions are being hurled at Nigerian-born former middleweight title holder in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Israel Adesanya, as he gets ready...
Wrestling Federation President Declares: ‘Welfare Of Nigerian Wrestlers Is Central To Our Approach’
The president of Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF), Adewale Adeniyi has stressed that the welfare of all wrestlers is central in the approach to activities...
3rd National Para-Games Welcomes 6,000 Athletes From 36 States To Abuja
The 3rd National Para Games, which began in Abuja on Friday and will run until next Friday, April 3rd, has brought together over 3,000...
Ikoyi Club Comes Alive For Finals Of CBN Junior Tennis Championship
Ikoyi Club 1938 will come alive this Saturday for the finals of this year’s CBN Junior Tennis Championship, whose preliminary rounds were concluded on...
AFN President Okowa Targets ‘As Many Teams As Possible’ At World Relays Championship
President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Chief Tonobok Okowa has declared that the country will be all out on Saturday to qualify...
Nigeria Bids to Host 2031 African Games, AU Sports Council Set for Inspection Visit
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has confirmed Nigeria’s bid to host the 2031 African Games, as delegates from the African Union Sports Council (AUSC)...
Nigeria Fast Rising Female Boxer Ojo Joy Set for Kigali Fight Night Clash Against Kutaka
This Saturday night, in Kigali Nigeria’s fast-rising prospect Ojo Joy will take another bold step in her young career when she faces Tanzania’s determined...
Lagos WT20i Invitational: Nigeria Storm Into Final After Crushing South Africa U19, Set Up Rwanda Final Showdown
Nigeria has qualified for the final of the Lagos WT20I Invitation after defeating South Africa U19 by seven wickets on Friday at the Cricket...
Swiss-Based Coach Adeyemi Returns to Classroom for Refresher Course to Advance Coaching Knowledge
Switzerland-based Nigerian coach Adeyemi Anthony Adedeji has reaffirmed his commitment to continuous professional development by participating in a high-level coaching refresher course organized by...
Nigeria 2-1 Iran: Akor Adams, Moses Simon Continue “Strike to Victory ” Run
Nigeria’s attacking pair of Moses Simon and Akor Adams once again delivered when it mattered most, powering the Super Eagles to victory and maintaining...
Super Eagles Turn Focus Towards Tuesday’s Match Versus Jordan
Players, coaches and backroom staff of the Super Eagles will have to quickly turn their focus towards their second match of the four-nation competition...
Otega Oweh Ranks Second Among NCAA Men’s Basketball League Point Earners
University of Kentucky youngster, Otega Oweh is ranking second among points earners in USA’s National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) men’s basketball league, behind only...
Super Eagles Struggle To Defeat Iran 2-1 Inside Antalya’s Empty Stadium
The much-anticipated international friendly between Nigeria and Iran passed by on Friday in an anti-climax, as the Super Eagles struggled to get a shaky...
Nigerian-born Heavyweight Boxer Moses Itauma Honours Akwa Ibom State, Ahead Of Clash With Franklin
Nigerian-born heavyweight boxer, Moses Itauma has spoken about the inspiration he gains from thinking of his roots in Akwa Ibom State, as he prepares...
Israel Adesanya Faces ‘Potential Banana Peel Opponent’ Joe Pyfer On Saturday At UFC Seattle
Nigerian-born former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) welterweight champion, Israel Adesanya will have a stern test to his status this Saturday, as he faces a...
AFN’s Technical Director Gabriel Okon Extends Gratitude To National Sports Commission
The technical director of Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Gabriel Okon has sent words of gratitude to the National Sports Commission (NSC) for unflinching...
Record 15 Marketing and Merchandising Partners to Support 2026 Basketball Africa League Season
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) today announced that a record 15 marketing and merchandising partners, including five new partners, will support the 2026 BAL...
Etim Urges Financial Discipline, Strategic Funding for Growth in Sports Administration
Financial expert Samuel Etim has emphasised the need for transparency, proper record-keeping, and strategic funding approaches as critical pillars for sustainable sports administration in...
Arsène Who? Why Football Keeps Doubting Visionaries Until It’s Too Late
There is a particular kind of silence that follows a joke nobody quite understands. A hesitation. A shrug. A glance around the room to...
Still Carrying Africa’s Hopes: ‘I Feel The Responsibility’ — Oshoala Vows To Keep Delivering Despite Career Twilight
Nigerian football icon Asisat Oshoala has reaffirmed her commitment to representing not just Nigeria, but the entire African continent, as she approaches what appears...
Super Eagles Edge Iran 2–1 in Antalya Friendly as Simon, Adams Shine
The Nigeria national football team secured a hard-fought 2–1 victory over the Iran national football team in an international friendly played in Antalya, delivering...
Basketball Unity Call: ‘Let’s Not Repeat Past Mistakes’ — Morrison Urges Peace As FIBA Backs Kida-Led Board
Nigerian basketball could be entering a crucial period of stability after FIBA confirmed that the Musa Kida-led board will remain in charge until elections...
Selection Row Erupts: ‘Why Camp Home-Based Athletes?’ — Coach Soetan Questions Commonwealth Games Preparations
Concerns are mounting over Nigeria’s preparations for the Commonwealth Games after respected athletics coach Olalekan Soetan openly questioned the decision to camp home-based athletes...
10 Days to Go: Presidency Shifts Focus to IDP Outreach, Football Showdown, Athletics at Apo Camp
With 10 days to go to the 2026 International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to...
Monrovia Set for Word Battle as Nigeria Lead Africa Scrabble Giants, Target $35,000 Prize Money
Nigeria will be leading Africa’s finest wordsmiths as the world converge in Monrovia this October for the 16th Africa Scrabble Championship. It promises to high-stakes...
J200 Series: Rising Star Ogunsakin Rallies to Defeat Tough Egyptian, Sets Up Semi-Final Clash
Nigeria’s rising tennis star Seun Ogunsakin delivered a remarkable comeback to book his place in the semi-finals of the J200 Africa Regional Championships in...
Moses Itauma vs Jermaine Franklin: Time O’Clock for Nigeria Descent Boxer Validation?
The lights will be bright in Manchester on Saturday night, but for Moses Itauma, the stage is about more than spectacle, it’s about validation. READ...
Iwobi Battle Raya, Bruno Fernandes for EPL Player of the Month Award
Alex Iwobi has earned a place on the shortlist for the Premier League Player of the Month award for March after delivering a string...
They Believed In Me’ Tella Signs Long-Term Leverkusen Deal — Injured Star Vows To Repay Club’s Faith
Nigerian winger Nathan Tella has expressed deep gratitude after committing his future to Bayer Leverkusen, signing a contract extension that will keep him at...
