NPFL Takes Stand Against Doping: Successful Testing Marks Milestone In Fight For Fair Play
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has taken a significant step in the global campaign against doping in elite football leagues. Matchday 15 fixtures witnessed the implementation of dope testing at two different venues, signalling the league's commitment to fair play and integrity. Read Also: Gateway United Mourns Passing Of Former Coach Phillip Boamah Dr. Akinwunmi Amao, a renowned anti-doping expert, led...
LSSC Sports Fiesta: Winners Emerge In Table Tennis, Handball, Scrabble Others
As the Lagos State Sports Commission LSSC, kicked off it 2023 End-of-Year Sports Fiesta at Mobolaji Johnson Sports Centre, Rowe Park, Yaba, participating teams have been counting their medals as team Unity is waxing top at the medals log. Team Peace showed determination and resilience in a keenly contested final match against Unity which later ended in a penalty shoot-out...
LSSC Begins End-of-the Year Sports Fiesta With Medical Outreach
As Part of the activities lined-up for the celebration of the end of the year 2023 tagged "End-of-year Sports Fiesta", the management of the Lagos State Sports Commission, LSSC, embarked on a medical outreach to assess the level of general well-being of its members of staff for optimal performance. Officers were examined in a series of medical screening including height...
Gateway United Mourns Passing Of Former Coach Phillip Boamah
Gateway United, along with the entire Nigerian football community, is in mourning following the passing of the esteemed former coach, Phillip Boamah, who breathed his last in the early hours of Thursday at the University College Hospital, Ibadan. Niyi Soleye, the acting General Manager of Gateway United, expressed profound sorrow in a heartfelt condolence message, acknowledging Coach Phillip Boamah's substantial...
Nigeria Eyes 4th TotalEnergies Africa Cup Of Nations Title In 20th Participation
Nigeria, a formidable force in African football with a storied history at the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, is gearing up for its 20th appearance in the prestigious tournament, aiming to secure a fourth championship. The Super Eagles, drawn into Group A alongside Cote d'Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea, and Guinea Bissau, face a demanding path to glory. Having reached the quarterfinals...
Upsets, Thrilling Victories Mark Delta State 2023 Victor Ikpeba Football Challenge
The Victor Ikpeba Football Challenge 5-aside tournament in Delta State reached its semi-final stage, delivering a day of unexpected outcomes and spectacular performances. In the Under 17 category, Ichofe Wanderers Academy staged a remarkable comeback, overturning a 2-goal deficit in the last 9 minutes of the second half against Sporting FC. Read Also: Lagos State Sports Association Hosts Skibanj to Strengthen...
Lagos State Sports Association Hosts Skibanj to Strengthen Grassroots Sports Development
In alignment with the T.H.E.M.E.S + Agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Lagos State Sports Association (LSSA) welcomed the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Grassroots Sports, Mr. Adebanji Atewogboye Skibanj, at their Year 2023 Retreat program. The event, held over two days starting on December 19, 2023, brought together chairmen from various sports in the state. Read Also: NPFL...
NPFL Board Greenlights Rangers International Return To Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium
The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) board has officially approved Rangers International FC to make a return to their iconic home ground, the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu. The ex-Champions, who had temporarily played their home matches in Awka, Anambra State, have been given the green light to resume hosting games at their traditional stadium. Read Also: Nasarawa United Captain, King...
Nasarawa United Captain, King Osanga, Confident Ahead Of Wikki Tourists Clash In NNL
Nasarawa United FC's Captain, King Osanga, has expressed his team's unwavering determination to maintain their position at the top of Group C in the Nigeria National League (NNL) as they face Wikki Tourists FC in a rescheduled match-day six clash in Bauchi. After a 2-1 victory over Yobe Desert Stars in their last game, Nasarawa United reclaimed their spot as...
Kwara United Secures Thrilling Comeback Victory Against Plateau United In NPFL Clash
Kwara United Football Club showcased resilience and tactical prowess today as they orchestrated a remarkable comeback, defeating Plateau United 2-1 in a thrilling Matchday 15 encounter of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) at the Main Bowl of the State Stadium Complex, Ilorin. In a match filled with high stakes and technical intricacies, Plateau United took an early lead in...
