Opeifa Cup 2025: Aje Snr High School, Whitesand College Set For Handball Final Showdown
As the 2025 Opeifa Cup, Lagos State Secondary Schools Handball Competition reaches it climax today, Aje Senior High School will battle with Whitesand College in a penultimate final at the Mobolaji Johnson Sports Centre, Rowe Park,Yaba, Lagos. With defending champions, Aje coming into the battle with a lot of experience,full of confidence, precision and clinical finishes in front of goal....
Why Nigeria No Longer Produces World-Class Players from the Grassroots – Kelvin IriKefe, Founder AJ Lischester FC, Ajegunle
There was a time when Nigeria’s streets and sandy pitches overflowed with raw footballing talents. From Ajegunle to Kaduna, from Jos to Enugu. It was the golden era that produced iconic stars like Jay-Jay Okocha, Nwankwo Kanu, and more recently, Victor Osimhen. Today, that once-reliable conveyor belt of world-class players appears broken, forcing the nation to depend increasingly on foreign-born...
NSC DG Hon. Bukola Olopade Highlights Media As Core Element in Nigeria’s Sports Industry Transformation
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has emphasized that the strength and vibrancy of the sports media remain central to unlocking Nigeria’s sports economy and driving sustainable growth across the sector. Speaking as the keynote speaker at the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) 60th Diamond Anniversary Lecture, themed “The Power of Sports Media:...
Eight Edition of Ibro-Peckham Cup Set To Kickoff In November 1st, 2025
The stage is set, and the road to glory has officially begun with 32 teams set for the eight Edition of Ibro-Peckham Marlians football competition with the kickoff set for November 1st, 2025 The draw for the eight Edition reflects how the 32 teams will battle it out in the group stage, the rivalries will begin, and the best teams...
“Nigeria Can’t Build a Real Sports Industry Without Facilities” — U.S.-Based Sports Enthusiast Michael Farojoye Warns
United States-based sports enthusiast, Michael Farojoye, has issued a passionate call for Nigeria to match its growing sports ambitions with the construction of modern, world-class facilities — insisting that a true sports industry cannot exist without the right infrastructure to sustain it. Speaking on the current state of sports development in the country, Farojoye emphasized that while Nigeria is witnessing...
“It’s Time To Build a True Sports Industry In Nigeria” — Azeez Amida Applauds NSC’s Visionary Leadership After Historic Elections
The founder and President of the Showtime Flag Football League, Azeez Amida, has commended the National Sports Commission (NSC) for conducting what he described as one of the most transparent and forward-looking sports federation elections in Nigeria’s history. Amida praised the NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, and Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade, for their visionary leadership, which he said has...
CAF African Schools Football Championship Zonal Qualifiers To Kick Off In The Gambia
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) today announced the dates and venues for the CAF African Schools Football Championship 2025/26 Zonal Qualifiers. First staged in 2022 and combining the power of football and education, Africa’s largest and most impactful youth schools football competition for boys and girls in the Under-15 age category returns for another exciting season. Read Also: Organisers Of...
Olympique Lyon Squander Three Goal Lead As Moses Simon Helped Paris FC To A Comeback Draw
The Nigerian international, Moses Simon helped Paris FC to secure a comeback draw against Lyon FC on Matchday-10 in Ligue 1 at the Stade Sebastien Charlety. The match began in driving rain, with Lyon – who were targeting a third successive victory – taking the game to their hosts from the first whistle. Read Also: Nigerian Starlet Afolabi Soliu Making Waves...
Nigerian Starlet Afolabi Soliu Making Waves in Czech Republic with Slovan Liberec After Scoring Twice in 11 Games
Young Nigerian winger Afolabi Soliu is turning heads in the Czech Republic with a string of impressive performances for Slovan Liberec. Since joining the club just a few months ago, the 20-year-old has already featured in 11 matches in the Czech Chance Liga 1, netting two goals and providing one assist for The Blue-Whites. Read Also: Nigeria’s Comfort Erhabor Gears Up...
Nigeria’s Comfort Erhabor Gears Up for Women’s Super League Debut — Eyes Future Super Falcons Call-Up
Former Nigeria U17 national team goalkeeper invitee Comfort Erhabor is making waves in England as she intensifies preparations ahead of her club’s upcoming Women’s Super League Championship fixture this weekend. The young and talented shot-stopper has been working tirelessly in training sessions, demonstrating exceptional focus, discipline, and resilience as she awaits her much-anticipated debut for Portsmouth FC Women (Pompey). Read Also:...
