Vice-president Kashim Shettima Declares: We’re Repositioning Sports For National Development Strategy, Economic Drive
Nigeria's vice-president, Kashim Shettima has unfolded details about the new focus and extra attention being given sports under the current administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Sports247 reports. Shettima pointed out that the current impetus which sports is receiving from the federal government is aimed at ensuring the sector boosts the country's socio-cultural and economic development to an all-time high. Read...
Nigeria Clinches Hosting Rights for 2027 African Schools Games – A New Era For Sports In Africa Begins!
In a landmark victory that has sent waves of excitement across the continent, Nigeria has officially been awarded the hosting rights for the 2nd African Schools Games, set to take place in 2027. The announcement, made on Tuesday in Algiers, came after a highly competitive bidding process that saw Nigeria triumph over sporting heavyweights South Africa and Kenya. Read Also: Ajiboye...
Ajiboye Tobi Moses Has Completed A Transfer Move To Kwara United FC On A 2-year Deal
Ajiboye Tobi Moses played for Nasarawa United as a winger. The talent he possessed can not be denied with great impact as the Lafia boys earn promotion back to the top flight. He has the intelligence to drive in a direction that pins space for himself or teammates and has the willingness to go inside or outside. He's also a...
Super Falcons’ Midfielder Deborah Abiodun Makes Surprise Donations To Kids At Lagos National Stadium
Super Falcons' battling midfielder, Deborah Abiodun (aka Kante) took acts of charity to a different level on Tuesday, as she surprised several kids with unexpected donations of sporting kit and cash at Lagos National Stadium, Surulere. Sports247 reports that, although Deborah Abiodun grew up in Ibadan and played for Rivers Angels FC of Port Harcourt before travelling abroad, she felt...
First Lady Remi Tinubu: D’Tigress’ Victory Shows Power Of Nigerian Women To Break Barriers
Nigeria's first lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has hyped the feminist angle to recent victories by the country's female national teams, and declared that the basketball squad, D'Tigress confirmed the power of the nation's women to break barriers. Sports247 reports that Senator Oluremi Tinubu noted further during a presidential reception organised for D'Tigress in Abuja that it was amazing seeing another...
52-year-old Undefeated Nigerian Heavyweight Boxer, Ike “The President” Ibeabuchi Eyes Return To Ring After 25years
"The President", Ibeabuchi with an impressive record of 20 fights, 20 wins, and 15 of those victories coming by the way of knockout, is set to make a highly anticipated return to the ring on August 23, 2025. After 26 years of inactivity as a boxer, on Prizefighting Promotions LLC debut card at Teslim Balogun Stadium in Surulere, lagos. Originally...
CHAN 2024: Home-based Eagles Eager To Maintain Falcons, D’Tigress’ Winning Momentum
The home-based Eagles are inspired to maintain the winning momentum of Nigeria's national teams that was ignited by the Super Falcons and then taken to a second level by D'Tigress. Sports247 reports that, while the Falcons recently won another continental trophy in football, D'Tigress had theirs in basketball, but both sides are female squads. READ ALSO: Nigeria-Born Teenager Isaac Ogunrinde Makes...
Nigeria-Born Teenager Isaac Ogunrinde Makes Sensational Crystal Palace U18 Debut At Age 13
Crystal Palace have promoted Nigerian-born defender Isaac Ogunrinde to make his astonishing debut for the U18 side at just 13 years old, demonstrating composure, leadership, and defensive awareness far beyond his age. Despite the steep age gap, he impressed across the backline in his first U18 appearance last weekend. Ogunrinde, born in England to Nigerian parents, has already featured across...
From Abia to Abuja, Now Lagos — Emole James Pursues His Football Dream With Grit And Purpose
In a time when many young talents wait for opportunities to come to them, 19-year-old Emole James has taken a different route—one marked by bold moves, sacrifices, and relentless ambition. Born in Abia State, southeastern Nigeria, Emole James made the difficult decision to leave his comfort zone behind and head to Abuja in search of a football breakthrough. Driven by...
Frank Promise Joins Bechem United From El-Kanemi Warriors
Bechem United have officially announced the signing of Nigerian forward Frank Promise from El-Kanemi Warriors of Maiduguri ahead of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season. The 23-year-old attacker, Frank Promise joins the Hunters on a two-year deal as the club looks to strengthen its squad following a mid-table finish last season. Promise arrived in Ghana in late July to finalize...
