WAFCON 2024: Jennifer Echegini’s Verdict For Super Falcons – Beating South Africa Depends On Our Mentality
Paris Saint-Germaine of France female team midfielder, Jennifer Echegini has issued a stern verdict about Nigeria's semi-final clash with South Africa at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, saying victory for the Super Falcons will depend on the mentality with which they enter the game. Sports247 gathered that the much-expected match at Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca, Morocco, is billed...
D’Tigress’ Coach Rena Wakama Reveals Zeal For Fifth AfroBasket Title
Nigeria's female basketball national team, D'Tigress' coach, Rena Wakama has disclosed that a high level of zeal and hunger for glory is spreading among her players ahead of this year's continental championship, Sports247 reports. With the latest African Women's Basketball Championship (AfroBasket 2025) set to tip-off this Friday in Cote d'Ivoire, Wakama disclosed that she is happy with how her...
Aliyu Zubairu, Gbenga Ogunbote to Lead One-Day Coaching Clinic for Grassroots Football Coaches in Kwara
Plans have been finalized for a one-day football coaching seminar in Ilorin, the capital of Kwara State, aimed at equipping grassroots football coaches with modern techniques and tactical knowledge. The seminar, proudly organized and sponsored by the Head Coach of Nigeria’s Flying Eagles, Aliyu Zubairu, is scheduled to take place on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at the Kwara Football Academy,...
Abolore Adegbola Akande (9ice) Calls for Greater Investment in Sports Infrastructure Following U-18/U-20 Athletics Championships Success in Abeokuta
Popular Nigerian music icon, Abolore Adegbola Akande, widely known as 9ice, has called on the Federal Government and private stakeholders to invest more in sports infrastructure and grassroots activities to harness and elevate the country’s athletic potential. The veteran singer made the call during an exclusive interview after the closing ceremony of the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U-18/U-20 Championships,...
Ex‑D’Tigress Star Dangosu Slams Administration Over Preparation Woes
Ex‑D’Tigress standout Theresa Dangosu has sharply criticized the handling of Nigeria’s preparations for the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket, set to begin on July 25 in Abidjan. Dangosu lamented persistent administrative issues that she said reflect “incompetence and poor leadership.” Read Also: D’Tigress Coach Rena Wakama Eyes Historic Fifth Straight AfroBasket Crown She underscored the financial neglect of female athletes, which she believes forces...
Francis Orbih Hails Para‑Badminton Upsets As Major Breakthrough
President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, Francis Orbih, has praised the recent 5th Abia National Open Para‑Badminton Championship in Umuahia, describing it as both a “major success” and an “eye‑opener”. The para‑badminton tournament, which took place from July 14 to 17, saw host state Abia top the medal table. Read Also: Life After Football and Other Sports: How Nigerian Athletes Can...
D’Tigress Coach Rena Wakama Eyes Historic Fifth Straight AfroBasket Crown
Head coach Rena Wakama has made it clear that Nigeria’s D’Tigress are focused on defending their FIBA Women’s AfroBasket title and securing a record-breaking fifth consecutive victory. The tournament begins July 25 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. Read Also: Super Falcons’ 5‑0 Over Triumph Zambia Sends Clear Message Ahead of South Africa Semifinal In Abuja’s open training session, 17 players participated as the squad...
Super Falcons’ 5‑0 Over Triumph Zambia Sends Clear Message Ahead of South Africa Semifinal
Former Super Falcons captain Desire Oparanozie acknowledged on X that Nigeria’s emphatic 5‑0 victory over Zambia in the quarter-finals was “still the same opinion after the game … Zambia has improved a lot over the years and this Super Falcons team is …”. She emphasized that few expected such a dominant display, but the result reflects steady growth “since the...
Life After Football and Other Sports: How Nigerian Athletes Can Defeat the Harsh Reality After Retirement
While the cheers of the crowd and flashes of cameras often define the lives of Nigerian athletes during their prime, the silence after retirement is deafening. For many footballers and sports professionals, life after the final whistle is one of struggle, neglect, and in some cases, poverty. Read Also: Against All Odds: The Inspiring Journey Of Ihitegbulem Chinonso Wisdom The painful truth...
Against All Odds: The Inspiring Journey Of Ihitegbulem Chinonso Wisdom
At just 18, Ihitegbulem Chinonso Wisdom has lived a story few would believe—a pathway filled with heartache, perseverance, and the quiet hope of triumph. A viral interview with presenter Naomi Offiong in Lagos first brought attention to Chinonso’s relentless pursuit of his football dream. Read Also: “Play Like It’s Your Time”: David Bright Departs For Denmark To Represent Gaiters FA At...
