George Jenom Celebrates Return,Applauds Teammates After Heartland FC’s First Victory Of The Season
Naze Millionaires' forward, George Jenom, expressed his joy at returning to the starting lineup and commended his teammates following their first victory in the ongoing 2023/24 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). George Jenom, who made his way back into the starting lineup for the first time this season, played a key role as Heartland FC secured a vital 1-0 win...
Nigeria Women’s Volleyball Team Secures ANOCA Games Championship with a 3-0 Victory Over Ghana
In a spectacular display of skill and teamwork, the Nigeria women's volleyball team emerged victorious in the 2023 ANOCA Games (Zone 3) held in Lome, Togo. The championship match saw Nigeria triumph over Ghana with a convincing 3-0 victory, clinching the coveted title. Read Also: Egypt Clinches Victory In U-17 Girls African Nations Volleyball Championships The three-set encounter unfolded with Nigeria dominating...
Egypt Clinches Victory In U-17 Girls African Nations Volleyball Championships
Egypt emerged triumphant in the 2023 Girls U-17 African Nations Volleyball Championship by defeating host nation Nigeria 3-1 in a thrilling showdown at the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja. The final match, characterized by intense rallies and spirited performances, saw Egypt claim the trophy with a 25-21, 20-25, 25-22, 25-21 victory. Read Also: Super Eagles Set for Intensive Pre-AFCON Preparations with...
Super Eagles Set for Intensive Pre-AFCON Preparations with Three-Nation Tournament in UAE
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are scheduled to participate in a Three-Nation Tournament in a strategic move to fine-tune their Pre-AFCON preparations for the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The competition will feature Burkina Faso and the Democratic Republic of Congo, providing a competitive environment for the Nigerian team ahead of the continental championship. Read Also: NFF Implements New...
NFF Implements New Criteria for Nigeria U-17 Selection: Emphasis on Local Talent and Development
In a significant policy shift, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has imposed a ban on players born abroad and those affiliated with foreign teams from participating in the Nigeria U-17 team. NFF President Ibrahim Musa Gusau announced that only players based in Nigeria, actively engaged with local academies and youth teams affiliated with league sides, will be eligible for selection...
Trade Safe FC Aims For Victory In Upcoming Clash Against Crown FC: Manager John Hamilton Pre-Match Insights
Trade Safe FC's Team Manager, John Hamilton, shared insights into the team's preparations and mindset ahead of their upcoming game against Crown FC. Expressing a commitment to leave no stone unturned, Hamilton emphasized the dedication to securing a victory in their home game. Read Also: NFF Empathises Robbery Attack On Sunshine Stars, FC One Rocket… Calls For More Support From Security...
NFF Empathises Robbery Attack On Sunshine Stars, FC One Rocket… Calls For More Support From Security Agencies
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has decried the recent spate of robbery attacks on players and officials of football clubs travelling by road in the country to honour matches in the domestic Leagues while appealing to security agents to devise further means of protecting road users in the land. Read Also: NFF Grants Extension for Federation Cup Registration, Offers Reprieve...
CSED Initiative Provides Rackets, Nets, Others Equipments As Benin City Holds Badminton “Shuttle Time”
The Edo State Badminton Association in partnership with the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN), Edo State Sports Commission, and the Edo State Ministry of Education recently held a two-day badminton "Shuttle Time" training event at the indoor sports Complex Etete (Benin City). Read Also: TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2024: Nigeria Ready to Shine Among 12 Confirmed Teams The...
Bendel Insurance FC Expresses Sympathy To Sunshine Stars Following Robbery Attack
The Management and players of Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin sympathize with Sunshine Stars FC of Akure over the unfortunate incident on their way to Benin on Thursday evening when unknown gunmen opened fire on their team bus, shooting the team's curator while others sustained varied degrees of injuries in the attack. Read Also: Roadmap To Success: Sports Minister...
NPFL: Remo Stars Captain, Nduka Junior Optimistic Despite Draw, Sets Sights On Maintaining Table Summit
Remo Stars' captain, Nduka Junior, shared insights with sports247 regarding their recent 0-0 draw against Niger Tornadoes in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). Read Also: Chinyere Igboamalu Late Goal Secures Victory For Bayelsa Queens Against Delta Queens Despite the stalemate, Nduka expressed confidence and emphasized the team's commitment to excellence. In his assessment of the match, Nduka asserted, “No doubt about...
