Naija 5 Fest Winners To Receive N5m In Male, Female Categories – Osek
Winning teams in male and female categories of the forthcoming Naija 5 Fest Tournament will smile home with the star prize of N5m each...
Late Saburi Adeniji’s Club Faces Sanctions In England, After Skipping Games While Mourning
Controversy is brewing at the lowly leagues in England, as Kings Park Rangers are facing sanctions for opting out of their recent fixtures to...
Onyedika’s Performance Against Atletico Madrid Gains Diego Simeone’s Applause
The stunning performance by Club Brugge midfielder, Raphael Onyedika and his teammates in Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid of Spain has...
Eberechi Eze Will Not Be Sold By Arsenal, Football Expert Predicts
Arsenal’s Nigerian-born midfielder, Eberechi Eze has received comforting words that he will not be sold by The Gunners at the end of this season,...
Nigerian-born Boxer Moses Itauma Dares Oleksandr Usyk In ‘Unplanned’ Title Fight
Fast-rising Nigerian-born heavyweight boxer, Moses Itauma has declared that he has a burning ambition to tango current world champion, Oleksandr Usyk of Ukraine in...
Heartland FC Players Talk Tough Ahead of Niger Tornadoes Clash in Owerri
Players of Heartland FC, Gabriel Lekan and Ebetomame Oghenetegra, have spoken about the team’s mindset ahead of their crucial Nigeria Premier Football League fixture...
Ogbala Hails Heartland Queens’ Grit After Shock Win Over Bayelsa Queens
Head coach Heartland Queens Obinna Ogbala has praised his players’ belief and work ethic following their impressive 3–1 victory over NWFL defending champions Bayelsa...
Kingsley Maduforo Shiba Completes Move to Moroccan Club Mouloudia Oujda
Former Heartland, Rangers International and Enyimba forward Kingsley Maduforo Shiba has completed a move to Moroccan outfit Mouloudia Club d’Oujda. READ ALSO: Bamidele on Target...
Bamidele on Target as Ferencváros Fall to Ludogorets in First-Leg Defeat
Nigerian forward Bamidele Yusuf scored his third goal of the UEFA Europa League campaign, but it was not enough to prevent Ferencváros from suffering...
Tetteh Nets Brace as Panathinaikos Held by Viktoria Plzeň in Athens Thriller
Ghanaian descent and Greece forward Andrews Tetteh, who has previously named Nigerian legend Yakubu Aiyegbeni as his role model, was the standout performer as...
Orban Suspended as Hellas Verona Prepare for Sassuolo Away Trip
Nigerian forward Gift Orban will miss Hellas Verona’s away trip to Sassuolo at the Stadio Mapei – Città del Tricolore following his dismissal in...
EAGLE EYE : FIFA’s Delayed Decision Over NFF’s Petition…
Many football loving people on planet earth spent all of this past Monday waiting in anxious anticipation of a verdict by world soccer governing...
Heart Of Lion Football Academy Reject Sponsorship Offer From Belgium
Heart Of Lion Football Academy of Igando, Lagos has sensationally rejected a sponsorship offer from a former player based in Belgium because it involved...
Bukayo Saka Becomes English Premier League’s Fifth Highest Earning Player
Arsenal superstar, Bukayo Saka has become the fifth highest earning player in the English Premier League, following his agreement with The Gunners on a...
Maro Itoje Throws Weight Behind Vinicius In UEFA Champions League Racism Row
England’s Nigerian-born rugby captain, Maro Itoje has thrown his weight behind Real Madrid winger, Vinicius Junior, who was allegedly racially attacked during his side’s...
Anthony Joshua Turns Focus On Fight Date In July, After Enjoying Holiday In Oman
Nigerian-born former world heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Olaseni Oluwafemi Joshua is set to quickly return to training after his holiday in Oman, as he...
Tebo’s Stoppage-Time Strike Earns Crvena Zvezda Away Win Over Lille
Crvena zvezda claimed a vital away victory over LOSC Lille in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League knockout playoff, thanks to a...
Ismaheel on Target as Lech Poznań Claim First-Leg Advantage Over KuPS
Nigerian forward Taofeek Ismaheel was among the goalscorers as Lech Poznań secured a first-leg victory over KuPS in the UEFA Europa Conference League knockout...
Ola Aina Impresses as Nottingham Forest Sweep Aside Fenerbahçe in Europa League Playoff
Ola Aina delivered a commanding performance as Nottingham Forest cruised to a convincing first-leg victory over Fenerbahçe in their Europa League playoff tie. READ ALSO:...
‘We Have to Fortify’ – Edwin Okon Laments Goalkeeping Error After Ibom Angels’ Home Defeat
Ibom Angels head coach Edwin Okon has expressed disappointment over a costly goalkeeping error that contributed to his side’s 2–1 home defeat against Edo...
Former Youth International Adiki Hilary Decries Falling Standards, Demands Tougher Sanctions For Crowd Violence in Nigerian League
Former Nigerian youth international and 1985 U-16 World Cup winner, Adiki Hilary, has reacted strongly to the current state of the Nigerian domestic league,...
Lagos Legends Need Quality Friendly Matches Before Basketball Africa League – Olumide Oyedeji
Nigeria's former basketball national team captain, Olumide Oyedeji has called on Lagos Legends BC to embark on good recruitment and play top-quality build-up friendly...
‘We Want to Win Anywhere’ – Moses Aduku Reacts After Edo Queens Defeat Ibom Angels in Uyo
Edo Queens head coach Moses Aduku has reiterated his team’s determination to win matches regardless of venue following their hard-fought 2–1 victory over Ibom...
YSFON President Yusuf Gawuna Highlights Need For Sober Reflection During Muslim, Christian Fasting
The president of Youth Sports Federation of Nigeria (YSFON), Dr Nasir Yusuf Gawuna has highlighted values of sober reflection and the need to avoid...
Chikelue Iloenyosi Backs Nwankwo Kanu Amid Enyimba Struggles, Calls for Unity and Experienced Support
Former Super Eagles defender and current Anambra State FA Chairman, Chikelue Iloenyosi, has come out strongly in defence of Nwankwo Kanu, insisting that the...
SSA Adeboye Commends Historic Armwrestling Debut as Police Games Record 84 Medals
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has praised the successful debut of armwrestling at the...
Mobi Okparaku Urges Stability Around Super Eagles Coaching Role
Former Nigeria international Mobi Okparaku has called for stability in the Super Eagles’ coaching department, stressing that uncertainty surrounding the future of head coach...
Arokodare Vows Wolves Will Keep Fighting After Arsenal Comeback
Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has insisted that Wolverhampton Wanderers are not giving up on their fight for Premier League survival, following their impressive...
Edozie Hails Special Moment After Dramatic Equaliser Against Arsenal
Wolverhampton Wanderers youngster Tom Edozie has described his late equaliser against Arsenal as a moment he will never forget, after helping Wolverhampton Wanderers secure...
Buruk Hails Osimhen’s Team-First Mentality at Galatasaray
Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has praised Victor Osimhen, describing the Nigerian striker as a true team player whose impact goes beyond scoring goals. Speaking...
Ekpo Urges NFF To Prioritise Homegrown Talent
Former Super Eagles midfielder Friday Ekpo has called on Nigerian football authorities to place greater emphasis on developing homegrown players, warning against an overreliance...
Cameroonian Prospect Franck Belibi Draws Inspiration from Basketball Without Borders Experience
Young Cameroonian basketball talent Franck Belibi has described his selection for the Basketball Without Borders (BWB) All-Star Camp as a major milestone in his...
Bolaji Credits Hard Work, Sponsors After Rising To World No. 1
Nigeria’s para-badminton star Mariam Eniola Bolaji has attributed her rise to world number one in the women’s SL3 category to years of hard work,...
Ambrose Vanzekin Calls For Early Preparation Ahead of Next Olympic Games
Beijing 2008 Olympic silver medalist Ambrose Vanzekin has urged Nigerian sports authorities to begin preparations early for the next Olympic Games, stressing that last-minute...
Godwin Okpara Urges Nigerians To Brace For Any FIFA Verdict on DR Congo Petition
Former Nigeria international Godwin Okpara has advised Nigerians to prepare for all possible outcomes as the country awaits a decision from FIFA over the...
Obinna Ejezie Reflects on Nigeria Representation at Basketball Without Borders Camp
Young Nigerian basketball prospect Obinna Ejezie has described his participation at the 10th Annual Basketball Without Borders All-Star Camp in Los Angeles as a...
Chris Green: NPFL Drifting Back To “Dark Days” After Kwara United Fan violence
Rivers State Commissioner for Sports and Chairman of the Rivers State Football Association, Chris Green, has condemned the violent scenes that followed a Nigeria...
Osimhen: “My Issues at Napoli Were Never With The Fans”
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has opened up on the circumstances surrounding his strained relationship with Napoli, insisting that his issues were never with...
Umar Abdullahi Extends Contract with FC Hradec Králové as Nigerian Prospect Targets Czech Top-Flight Debut
Young Nigerian talent Umar Abdullahi has officially extended his contract with FC Hradec Králové, continuing his development with the Czech club as he looks...
Naija 5 Fest Tournament Will Promote Peace In Nigeria – Patrick Osek
The project director of Naija 5 Fest Initiative, Mr Patrick Osek says the upcoming competition will enhance the search for unity and promote lasting...
SSA Adeboye Lauds Nationwide Buy-In as Naija5Fest Unveiling Concludes with All 36 States on Board
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the Naija5Fest...
Yohanna’s Victory Signals New Era as LGAN Gears Up for Continental Showpiece
Mercy Yohanna’s triumph at the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) President’s 2025–2027 Exco Inaugural Invitational Kitty in Abuja was more than a tournament...
NPFL Sanctions Kwara United Over Security Breach, Crowd Violence in Ilorin
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has charged Kwara United for multiple breaches of the league’s Framework and Rules following crowd disturbances during their...
Nigerian-Dutch Goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor Reacts to First Super Falcons Call-Up
Nigerian-Dutch goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor has expressed delight after receiving her maiden senior invitation to the Nigeria Super Falcons, describing the moment as a dream...
NBA Legend Oyedeji Charges Lagos Legends Ahead of 2026 BAL
The drums are already rolling for Africa’s biggest club basketball showdown, and one of Nigeria’s greatest exports has sounded the alarm. As the countdown begins...
NWFL Fine Osun Babes With ₦2.5M Fine Over Jersey Violation
The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) has sanctioned Osun Babes FC following breaches of its regulatory framework that led to the non-commencement of their...
Africa Showed Up and Showed Out at 10th Annual BWB All-star Camp, Obinna Ekezie Emerges as Defensive MVP
Seven top African prospects from Cameroon, the Central African Republic, Cote d’Ivoire, Morocco, Nigeria, and players with ties to Senegal participated in the 10th...
Pre-WAFCON Friendlies: Madugu Invites Ajibade, Nnadozie, 23 Others For Cameroon
Head Coach Justine Madugu has listed captain Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and forwards Esther Okoronkwo and Chinwendu Ihezuo in a 25-player Super Falcons’...
Lagos SWAN Backs Niger Delta Games as Acting Chairman Hails Organisers’ Grassroots Vision
The Acting Chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Aron Akerejola has praised the organisers of the...
All Eyes on Lagos as League Champions Team Lugna Face Island Allstars Select in IASC Super Cup 2026 Final
Lagos is set for another landmark football spectacle as Team Lugna, winners of the IASC League, take on the Island Allstars Select Team in...
