Lagos WTT Contender: Lind, Hashimoto Claim Singles Crowns In Ruthless Wins
Denmark’s Anders Lind turned last year’s disappointment into triumph by capturing the men’s singles gold at the 2025 WTT Contender Lagos. READ ALSO: D’Tigress Crushes Rwanda in Dominant FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Group Opener Meanwhile, Japan’s Honoka Hashimoto dethroned defending champion Sreeja Akula of India to claim the women’s singles crown on Saturday, July 26, at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall, Teslim Balogun...
D’Tigress Crushes Rwanda in Dominant FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Group Opener
Nigeria’s D’Tigress kicked off their FIBA Women’s AfroBasket 2025 campaign in commanding fashion with a resounding 92–45 win over Rwanda in their Group D opener at the Palais des Sports de Treichville in Abidjan. The defending champions overwhelmed their East African opponents from start to finish, with a balanced team performance that saw Nigeria dominate all four quarters — 17-8,...
Ogun FA Boss Hails Gov. Abiodun Support Ahead of Super Falcons WAFCON Final Showdown
As the Super Falcons gear up for a crucial showdown against hosts Morocco in the final of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), the Chairman of the Ogun State Football Association, Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, has applauded Governor Dapo Abiodun for his steadfast support towards the Nigerian women’s national team. Speaking ahead of the highly anticipated final match, Majekodunmi...
NPFL: Rangers Sign Doma United Forward, Stephen Jesam Ahead of 2025/2026 Season
In a clear statement of intent for the upcoming Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) 2025/2026 season, eight-time Nigerian champions Rangers International FC have successfully acquired the services of highly-rated forward Stephen Jesam Emmanuel from NNL side Doma United. The move signals Rangers' strong resolve to assemble a formidable squad capable of challenging for top honors. Read Also: Eniola Bolaji Defeats World...
Eniola Bolaji Defeats World No. 1 to Win British and Irish Para Badminton International Title
Paralympic bronze medallist Eniola Bolaji has claimed the women’s SL3 title at the 2025 British and Irish Para Badminton International, held at the Sport Wales National Centre in Cardiff on Saturday, July 26. Bolaji, ranked world No. 2, delivered a gutsy performance to overcome top-ranked and Paralympic champion Qonitah Syakuroh in a thrilling 2-1 (21-16, 16-21, 21-13) final. Read Also: AFA...
AFA President, Osei Asibey Salutes President Tinubu for Supporting 14th Arm Wrestling Championship in Abuja
The President of the Armwrestling Federation of Africa (AFA), Charles Osei Asibey, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the Nigerian government’s support in successfully hosting the 14th Africa Armwrestling Championship. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the continental event, Asibey described Nigeria’s commitment as “unprecedented,” highlighting the country’s growing influence in hosting major sports competitions. Read Also: Patience Anyango, Joseph...
Patience Anyango, Joseph Sebatindira Emerge Champions as ITTF Africa Hopes Week Concludes in Lagos
Uganda’s Patience Anyango and Joseph Sebatindira emerged as standout stars at the 2025 ITTF Africa Hopes Week & Challenge in Lagos, clinching top honours and securing qualification for the World Hopes Week & Challenge in Sheffield, England. Anyango successfully defended her girls' title, showcasing her dominance once again on the continental stage. Read Also: Everything You Need to Know as 2025...
Everything You Need to Know as 2025 FIBA Women AfroBasketball Tips Off Today – D’Tigress Go for 5th Consecutive Titles
Who will be crowned champion in 2025? Nigeria have dominated the last four editions and the enthusiasm from rivals to dethrone the West Africans is almost palpable. 2025 FIBA Women's AfroBasket gets underway with a lot of excitement as the best players on the continent battle for more than the title. Read Also: OFFICIAL: Bright Ozebagbe Returns to Ikorodu City FC...
WAFCON 2024 Final : Morocco Chases Historic First as Nigeria Keeps Eyes on Legacy Defining 10
This Saturday at 8pm in Nigeria, the Olympic Stadium in Rabat will vibrate to the rhythm of a historic match: the 13th TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations final pits Morocco against Nigeria. Two giants of African Women's Football are preparing to faceoff in a thrilling atmosphere, in front of a Moroccan crowd seeking an unprecedented home title. Read Also:...
OFFICIAL: Bright Ozebagbe Returns to Ikorodu City FC as Technical Adviser
Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Ikorodu City FC has officially announced the return of Bright Ozebagbe as the club’s Technical Adviser, following the departure of Nurudeen Aweroro to Shooting Stars Sports Club. Ozebagbe makes a surprising comeback just months after his initial dismissal early in the 2024/2025 NPFL campaign. Read Also: Home-Based Super Eagles Land in Zanzibar, Set Sights on...
