Nigerian Starlet Efe Aghama Dazzles as Cádiz Cruise to Copa del Rey Victory
Former Bendel Insurance winger Efe Aghama made an instant impact as Cádiz claimed a commanding 3–1 win over UCAM Murcia in the Spanish Copa del Rey. The 20-year-old Nigerian, who joined the Spanish outfit from CD Ceuta, was introduced in the second half and wasted no time showing his class. With blistering pace, sharp footwork, and fearless dribbling, Aghama tormented...
Kano-Born Striker Hafiz Ibrahim Fires Stade de Reims to 6–2 Victory in Ligue 2 Thriller
Nigerian striker Hafiz Ibrahim, born in Kano State, delivered a breathtaking performance as Stade de Reims cruised to a dominant 6–2 away victory over Boulogne in the French Ligue 2. The young forward was the star of the show, netting two brilliant goals and providing one assist in a display that underlined his explosive pace, relentless energy, and physical strength...
Nigeria’s Chukwu Emmanuel Makes His Mark in AC Wolfsberger’s 3-1 Victory Over League Leaders Sturm Graz
Promising Nigerian defender Chukwu Emmanuel, formerly of Grassrunners FC, Ogun State, impressed once again as his Austrian Bundesliga side AC Wolfsberger secured an impressive 3-1 win over league leaders Sturm Graz at the weekend. The young centre-back was introduced in the 77th minute and made an immediate impact, helping to steady the defence and keep the opposition from scoring during...
New Chess Federation President, Senator Dankwambo Outlines Vision to Nurture Talent from Primary Schools to Higher Institutions
The newly elected President of the Chess Federation of Nigeria, NCF, Senator Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo, has unveiled an ambitious plan to transform the chess landscape in the country through grassroots development and institutional engagement. Speaking after his election, Senator Dankwambo—who currently represents Gombe North in the Senate and is a former Governor of Gombe State—said his leadership would be defined...
Nigerian Lawmaker Demands Full Probe Into NFF’s Handling of FIFA and CAF Grants — Questions $1.2m Spent on “Substandard” Birnin Kebbi Stadium
A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Adedayo Olamuyiwa, has called for a full-scale investigation into the financial dealings of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) over alleged mismanagement of international grants said to have been received from FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) between 2015 and 2025. The Lagos State lawmaker, in a motion presented during plenary...
NFF President Ibrahim Gusau Defends Birnin Kebbi Stadium Amid Controversy — Insists FIFA Approved and Supervised Project
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has hit back strongly at critics of the Birnin Kebbi Stadium project, saying the construction was fully approved, monitored, and certified satisfactory by FIFA under the FIFA Forward Programme. The project, which has drawn sharp criticism from several Nigerians — particularly on social media — over claims of poor...
NPFL : Prediction, Expectations as Rivers United Shift Focus to Ikorodu City After Historic CAF Champions League Qualification
Rivers United return to domestic action today as they host Ikorodu City at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt, fresh from their historic qualification for the CAF Champions League group stage. The Pride of Rivers edged Black Bullets of Mozambique 3–2 on aggregate last weekend, sealing a place among Africa’s elite clubs. Read Also: AFCON 2025 Trophy Tour: TotalEnergies’ Olubumi...
AFCON 2025 Trophy Tour: TotalEnergies’ Olubumi Popoola-Modi Says Football Brings Nigeria Together
As the TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 Trophy Tour arrived in Lagos, Mrs Olubumi Popoola-Modi, Executive Director for Human Resources and Corporate Services at TotalEnergies Marketing Nigeria Plc, reflected on football’s unique power to unite Nigerians. Speaking during the unveiling ceremony at Eko Tower 2, Victoria Island, Popoola-Modi shared a personal story of how the passion and togetherness surrounding Nigerian football have...
WAFCON 2026 : Coach Madugu Admits Super Falcons “Off Day’ Performance as Benin Celebrate 1-1 Against Nigeria in Abeokuta
Super Falcons head coach, Justin Madugu, has admitted that his team’s performance fell short of expectations after Nigeria were held to a 1-1 draw by Benin Republic in the second leg of their 2026 WAFCON qualifying tie in Abeokuta on Tuesday. Despite the disappointing result, the draw was enough to send Nigeria through to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of...
WAFCON 2026 Qualifiers: “We’ve Learnt Valuable Lessons” — Falcons Captain Rasheedat Ajibade Reacts as Benin Hold Nigeria in Abeokuta
Super Falcons captain, Rasheedat Ajibade, says Nigeria’s 1–1 draw against Benin Republic in Abeokuta serves as a valuable lesson for the reigning African champions despite qualifying 3–1 on aggregate for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Nigeria went into the return leg with a two-goal advantage after winning 2–0 in the first leg in Cotonou, but the visitors...
