“Come Out and Support Our Champions” — Majekodunmi Hails Gov. Abiodun’s ₦50m Boost For Super Falcons, Urges Ogun Fans To Fill MKO Abiola Stadium
Chairman of the Ogun State Football Association and Executive Board Member of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, has commended the Governor of Ogun State, His Excellency Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, for his unwavering support for Nigerian football, following the Governor’s announcement of a ₦50 million incentive package for the Super Falcons of Nigeria. Read Also: FIFA U17...
FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup: Flamingos’ Tarbitha Terlumu Keeps the Faith as Nigeria Face Italy In Round of 16
As the Flamingos prepare for their Round of 16 clash against Italy at the ongoing FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, midfielder Tabitha Terlumu has expressed strong confidence in the team’s ability to advance to the next stage of the competition. Speaking after Nigeria’s convincing victory over Samoa, Terlumu highlighted the team’s growing belief and unity as key factors ahead of...
Benin Coach Ouzerou : We’re still building, facing Super Falcons is a learning experience
Head coach of the Benin Republic women’s national team, Abdoulaye Ouzerou, has described his side’s clash against the Super Falcons of Nigeria as a valuable learning opportunity for his young squad, emphasizing that his players are still in the developmental stage. Speaking ahead of the return leg of the WAFCON qualifiers, Ouzerou noted that his team is in a rebuilding...
Flamingos Have Shown Resilience, Fighting Spirit — Ex-Super Falcons Goalkeeper Judith Chime Backs Nigeria to Eliminate Italy
Former Super Falcons goalkeeper Judith Nneka Chime has praised the Nigeria U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, for their determination and growth at the ongoing FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, expressing confidence that they can overcome Italy in the Round of 16. Chime, who represented Nigeria at the 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup and the 2000 Sydney Olympics, shared...
TFF President Wallace Karia Hails Historic Feat as Four Tanzanian Clubs Qualify for CAF Group Stage
Dar es Salaam – President of the Tanzania Football Federation (TFF), Wallace Karia, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Simba SC, Young Africans (Yanga), Azam FC, and Singida Black Stars for their remarkable achievement in advancing to the group stages of this season’s CAF competitions. Karia, who has been at the helm of Tanzanian football for seven years, described the milestone...
‘All I Need Is a Chance’: Young Nigerian Footballer Chima Okorie Battles for Recognition Amid Talent and Determination
At just 20 years old, Chima Okorie has already lived a lifetime of dreams, discipline, and disappointment — all in pursuit of one goal: to make it as a professional footballer. The young talent from Benin City spends nearly every day on a small dusty pitch near his home, training alone or with friends, driven by a deep love for...
“We’re Coming For The Playoffs!” — Lagos Raptors’ Star Titilayo Abanikanda Vows To Lead Her Team To Showtime Super Bowl Glory
Confidence and determination are running high in the Lagos Raptors’ camp, and at the center of it all is one of the team’s most passionate players — Titilayo Happiness Abanikanda, a key wide receiver whose energy and drive have become a symbol of the Raptors’ fearless charge toward the Showtime Super Bowl playoffs. Speaking with Sports247 after yet another dominant...
Panthers Edge Warriors In Four-Point Thriller As Knights Charge, Braves Rise, And Fans Light Up Showtime Flag Football Week 6!
The Showtime Bowl Series XIII produced another unforgettable weekend of flag football drama on October 26, 2025, with fans turning out in their numbers and the action drawing over 100,000 online viewers from across Nigeria and beyond. At both Showtime Arenas, the atmosphere was electric — fans of all ten clubs filled the stands, waving colors, cheering passionately, and staying...
Netball: Udu Takes “Project 2027” to New Heights
The Delta State Ministry of Basic & Secondary Education recently organised a two-day netball seminar for secondary school teachers in Udu Local Government Area. The training event which was held at the premises of Ovwian Secondary School, Udu was co-sponsored by the Francis and Fidelia Ibhawoh Foundation and CSED (Community Sports and Educational Development) Initiative. Read Also: ‘We Never Gave Up!’...
‘We Never Gave Up!’ — Victor Osimhen Hails Team Spirit After Comeback Win Over Goztepe
Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has praised his teammates’ resilience and fighting mentality after their hard-fought 3–1 victory over Goztepe. Osimhen, who played a key role in the win, said he was proud of how the team responded after initially going behind in the match. The forward noted that the result reflected the side’s growing confidence and determination...
