Mane, Oshoala fully deserving of their gongs –Pinnick
President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Mr. Amaju Melvin Pinnick has declared African Men’s Player of the Year, Sadio Mane of Senegal and Women’s...
Four NRA Members Join International Ranks, As FIFA Badging Event Holds in Kano
The number of FIFA badged referees from Nigeria has been swollen with four more members of the Nigeria Referees Association, NRA, added into the...
BFN prioritises Olympic qualification
The President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) Francis Orbih Esq has stated that the federation is working assiduously to ensure that its...
Supporters Club boss says woes of 2019 would spur Nigeria football to greatness in 2020
The national chairman of Nigeria Football Supporters Club, Rev. Samuel Ikpea has predicted better outings for Nigerian football in 2020. Ikpea predicated his optimism on...
2020 SHE-FOOTBALL CONFERENCE: AYISAT YUSUF AROMIRE KEEN TO EMPOWER WOMEN THROUGH FOOTBALL
Improving wages and ensuring job security, upgrading the status of women footballers just beyond the street and the field are key elements of the...
Volleyball: Ajayi praises Nigeria team fighting spirit in Botswana win
The head coach of the Nigeria senior women’s Volleyball team, Samuel Ajayi has praised the fighting spirit his players showed in their 3-1 (25-18,...
TWO ATHLETES OF ANAMBRA ORIGIN SECURE FEDERAL MINISTRY OF YOUTH AND SPORTS SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
At last year's National Youth Games held in Ilorin, Kwara State, some talented athletes were spotted for possible national assignment from different areas of...
ABEL BABA “IGWE” BOWS OUT OF ACTIVELY PLAY
It was a memorable event at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium Enugu as one of the most capped FIFA Referees of Nigeria extraction officially announced...
MOHAMMED SULEIMAN ON FORM AS SUNSHINE BRUSH ASIDE JIGAWA GOLDEN STARS
Mohammed Suleiman opened his Sunshine Stars goal account and set up another for Wasiu Jimoh to hand the Owena Whales a 2-0 victory over...
See how Oshoala celebrated CAF Award Honor
In a big global night of the CAF awards with little recognizance for Nigeria, Barcelona forward, Asisat Oshoala rose to pitch her country's tent...
NPFL 2019/2020: MFM halts Dakkada away run
Second placed behind Plateau United, Lobi Stars was the only team that nicked an away win on the matchday 13 of the NPFL with...
Etebo move to Getafe confirmed!
Super Eagles central defender, Oghenekaro Etebo has joined Spanish side, Getafe on laon with an option to buy from Stoke City. The former Feirense man...
BREAKING NEWS: Buruj Appoints former Super Eagles as Head Coach
Buruj Sports Academy will unveil ex-international and former Super Eagles player, Friday Ekpo as the new Head Coach on Thursday 9th January, 2020. This...
We Will Do Our Best To Make You Happy – Rollanson Odeh
The General Manager of Crown Football Club,Ogbomoso, Mr Rollanson Odeh has reiterated his commitment at making the players happy at all times irrespective of...
Asisat Oshoala’s missing vote Uproar : Fresh’s name wasn’t listed by CAF
The untrue story circulated by Sportsvillage, where the media outfit, ignorantly accused Chairman Nigeria Football Federation Technical And Development Committee, Comrade Ahmed...
CAF AWARDS: Our football is going down – Ikpeba
1997 Africa player of the year winner and Nigeria ex international Victor Ikpeba has voiced his worries over the absence Of Nigeria players in...
Players’ union congratulates Oshoala on African award
The National Association of Nigerian Professional Footballers (NANPF), has sent a congratulatory message to Super Falcons and Barcelona star forward, Asisat Oshoala on her...
3SC GM COMMENDS PLAYERS’ RESPONSE TO TRAINING
The General Manager of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan, Rasheed Balogun, has commended the players of the club for their positive response...
Sensational football achievements of the last ten years
Football never fails to throw up unexpected surprises, twists and turns. Marvellous on-field performances matched by unquestionably talented individuals means you never know what...
Ministry denies any Presidential Approval for Bash Ali’s fight, urges him to keep to the facts only
The Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, through its Legal Department, has written to boxer Bash Ali to desist from peddling false claims about...
MEET NIGERIA’S OLDEST,SOLDIER, FOOTBALLER, 3SC SUPPORTER AT 108
By Jubril Arowolo He is Pa Samson Olayiwola Lankorodoro, JP. Born on January 7,1912 to traditional worshiper parents, Pa Babalola Lankorodoro and Madam Ifaranti Lankorodoro...
Just-In: Oshoala wins big as Osimhen, Chukwueze miss out on CAF award 2020
In a big global night of the CAF awards with little recognizance for Nigeria, Barcelona forward, Asisat Oshoala rose to pitch her country's tent...
RANGERS SEND EIGHT PLAYERS TO ‘B’ TEAM, SOURCE FOR QUALITY ATTACKERS
In a bid to stop the not too impressive run in the ongoing season, the management of the ‘Flying Antelopes’, Rangers International F.C have...
Ogboko Community Retains Nze Oforma Cup
Defending champions, Ogboko Community Football Team on Sunday evening defeated Ugbelle Community to retain the Nze R. A. Oforma Continuity Football Tournament. In the final...
Igali Hopes For ‘Better’ 2020 In Nigerian Wrestling …. Targets 8 Olympic Spots
After recording some ground-breaking achievements last year, President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF) Hon. Daniel Igali is hopeful that 2020 will be even...
Minister Solicits Support for Victims of Oyo’s Akesan Market Fire
In keeping with his promise to bring in Federal support, the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mr. Sunday Dare, has sought for humanitarian...
NWFL announces dates for Women Amateur League
In it's drive to further develop women's football in the country, the Nigeria Women Football League, has announced the dates for the Nigeria Women...
NPFL 2019/2020 : MD13 Preview MFM FC Vs DAKKADA INT’L FC
Edidiong STEPHEN After witnessing a total of 229 goals and 15 away wins in 115 matches, the 2019/2020 Nigeria Professional Football League serves up Match...
RISING STARS GETS NEW TEAM MANAGER
The management of Ondo State Football Agency (ODSFA) has announced the appointment of Sulaiman Folarin popularly known as Lama as the new Team...
Nigeria featuring in 8-team tournament ahead of Cricket World Cup
Nigeria’s under-19 cricket team are currently featuring in an eight-team CUBS cricket tournament, ahead of the Cricket World Cup, beginning on Jan. 17 in...
National sports festival is our priority, says Shaibu
The Edo Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, on Monday in Benin said hosting the National Sports Festival (NSF), tagged “Edo 2020” was very critical to...
NNL 2019/20 : No Good Pitch, No Home Matches – Katken talk Tough
The Nigeria National League (NNL) chief operating officer, Lawrence Katken has revealed the concerns over the nature of some clubs home venue which by...
Super Falcons, Oshoala, Osimhen in line for honours at CAF awards
Nigerian star football players Asisat Oshoala, Victor Osimhen, Samuel Chukwueze are in the shortlist for honours at the 2019 CAF Awards ceremony scheduled for...
Stern demise saddening- NBBF
The Nigeria Basketball Federation has joined the global community in mourning the demise of former NBA Commissioner, David Stern who died on Wednesday, 1st...
KWARA UTD HONOURED ALH. AHMAD BOLAJI IBRAHIM [KARAMO] BY DONNING BLACK ARMBANDS
Tributes have poured in on social media for a lifelong Kwara United fan who died after a brief illness three days ago. Alhaji Ahmad Bolaji...
Osho Fatai take the lead as Enyimba Int’l relieve Usman of his duties
Enyimba football club has relieved technical adviser, Usman Abd'allah of his duties with immediate effect after strings of woeful results to set a new...
Rivers United dismantle MFM FC
Rivers United put up a professional display on Sunday to easily take apart MFM FC 2-0 on match day 12 of the Nigeria Professional...
LOBI STARS DIM HARD FIGHTING SUNSHINE STARS
Lobi Stars FC yesterday in the main bowl of The Aper Aku Stadium in an NPFL match nr 117, Day 12 lived up to...
Road mishap Mars Heartland ‘s Oriental derby victory
The Naze Millionaires started the year 2020 on a positive note with a hard fought victory over their oriental rivals Rangers International at the...
Bashar Usman Emerge Winner Of Sokoto City Gates Marathon
The Sokoto City Gates Marathon took place at the weekend in Sokoto state with Bashar Usman winning the 15KM race , the race that...
Volleyball: Nigeria face Cameroon in Olympic qualifiers
Nigeria women's team will face Cameroon on Monday by 7pm at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games qualifiers in Yaoundé, Cameroon. The head coach of the...
ONDO FA PLANS TO HAVE TEAMS REGISTER FROM ACROSS THE LOCAL COUNCILS FOR 2020 FA CUP
As part of efforts to achieve a larger and an exciting F.A Cup competition the Ondo State Football Associate has concluded plans to have...
NPFL 2019/2020: Plateau United Disgraces two times Africa Champion
Plateau united, Nigeria Professional Football League leaders,stressed their lead on the log thrashing the reigning NPFL champions with a resounding 4-1 victory. There was nothing...
MEDIA ACCREDITATION BEGINS FOR 2020 ACCESS BANK LAGOS CITY MARATHON
The accreditation process for media practitioners interested in covering the 2020 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon has officially commenced. Head of Communications and Media for...
Edo Queens players, coaches resume training Monday for serious business …as newly recruited players storm camp Wednesday
Players and technical crew of Edo Queens fc are expected to resume training Monday the 6th of January after a two week Xmas break. Why...
Musa starts 2020 on a Winning note
Super Eagles Captain, Ahmed Musa has been crowned champion in Saudi Arabia with his club, AL nasr,s in the Saudi Super Cup following a...
Just-In: Henry Onyekuru returns to Galatarasy
Henry Onyekuru has rejoined turkish team Galatarasy where he had a blistering performance in the Turkish Super Lig scoring 16 goals as a winger...
Minister sympathizes with victims of Oyo market fire – promises to work with Govt to bring relief
The Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mr Sunday Dare, has expressed sadness over the devastating fire that gutted the ancient Akesan Market in...
Nigeria Lose To Morocco In Preparatory Friendly Ahead of Africa Nations Cup
Nigeria handball male team were defeated by Morocco in a preparatory friendly towards the forthcoming Africa Cup of Nation on Saturday in Grombalia, Tunisia The...
Cynosure FC Open Camp For 2020 Season
Cynosure Football Club of Abakaliki will officially open camp for the new football season on Sunday 12th of January 2020. All retained and invited...
