Emmanwori Receives Congratulatory Message From His Former School After NFL Super Bowl Victory
Nigerian-born American Football star, Nicholas Ovundah Eze Emmanwori has received a congratulatory message from his former high school in the United States, following his...
Goals 4 Girls Project Announces Two Days In February For 2026 Summit
A gender empowerment project that focuses on young females, Goals For Girls has announced February 24th and 25th for its 2026 summit, Sports247 reports. READ...
Nwokeji Victor Ezuchukwu Hunts For Talented Kids In Orlu
A youthful football coach named Nwokeji Victor Ezuchukwu is hunting for talented kids in the nooks and crannies of Orlu in Imo State, Sports247...
IF Elfsborg Complete Signing of Nigerian Youth International Midfielder Oladimeji Abdulmuiz, Beyond Limit Prodigy
Swedish top-flight club IF Elfsborg have completed the signing of highly rated Nigerian midfielder Oladimeji Abdulmuiz from Beyond Limits Football Academy. READ ALSO: Galatasaray Set...
Galatasaray Set €80m Valuation for Osimhen as Barcelona keen on Summer Move
Galatasaray have reportedly placed an €80 million price tag on Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen amid rising interest from Spanish powerhouse Barcelona, according to...
Let Her Play’ Will Revolutionise Women’s Football Development in Nigeria – Anaelechukwu
The Director-General of the Ajeromi-Ifelodun Sports Council, McAnthony Anaelechukwu, has described the Let Her Play initiative as a game-changing platform capable of transforming women’s...
CAF Inspection Team Begins AFCON 2027 Visits to PAMOJA Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has dispatched a team of technical experts to Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania as preparations intensify for the TotalEnergies...
SEALED: Taiwo ‘Esepo’ Agbaje Set to Face Tosin ‘Soja Boi’ Osaigbovo in April Showdown
The long-anticipated featherweight clash between Taiwo “Esepo” Agbaje and Tosin “Soja Boi” Osaigbovo has officially been confirmed, Sports247 reports. READ ALSO: Africa Running Conference 2026...
Africa Running Conference 2026 Begins Thursday, as Global Athletics Leaders Converge in Nigeria
From policy shapers to race organisers and global athletics leaders, Nigeria is set to host a powerful convergence of minds as the Africa Running...
Top International Prospects to Participate In 10th Annual Basketball Without Borders All-Star Camp During NBA All-Star 2026
NEW YORK AND MIES, SWITZERLAND, Feb. 9, 2026 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) today announced 40 of the...
Leading African Football Nations and Betting Interest
Top African Football Nations African football keeps growing through competitive leagues, strong national teams, and wide fan interest. Results in continental tournaments shape how leagues...
SSA Hails Birth of American Football Federation, Urges New NFAF Board to Build Strong Grassroots Pipeline
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has described the inauguration of the board of the...
FIFAWCQ: Falconets Arrive in Senegal for Crucial World Cup Qualifier Second Leg
Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, have safely arrived in Senegal ahead of their decisive second-leg clash in the third round of the...
NFF President Gusau Gives Update on Eric Sekou Chelle’s Future With Super Eagles
The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON), has provided fresh insight into the future of Super Eagles coach...
Bello Ibrahim Reflects on Marlians Cup Triumph After Defensive Masterclass in IFO
Ajax Sporting Club central defender Bello Ibrahim Abiodun has expressed pride and satisfaction following his side’s triumph at the 8th Edition of the Ibro-Peckham...
Shettima Targets Grassroots Growth to Popularise Shooting Sport in Nigeria
President of the Nigeria Shooting Federation, Mohammed Shettima, has outlined ambitious plans to develop the sport and attract more Nigerians to shooting in the...
Adepoju Hopes Nigeria’s Appeal Against DR Congo Ends Positively
Former Nigeria international Mutiu Adepoju has expressed hope that Nigeria’s appeal against the Democratic Republic of Congo over the World Cup playoff spot will...
Olajuwon: Today’s NBA Is More Athletic and Demands Constant Adaptation
NBA legend Hakeem Olajuwon has described the modern NBA as far more athletic and dynamic compared to the era in which he played, noting...
Usoro Set for European Indoor Debut in Belgrade
Former African Games triple jump champion and 2022 World Indoor finalist Ruth Usoro will make her European indoor debut on Wednesday at the Belgrade...
NNPC Chairman, Musa Kida, Hails President Tinubu’s Sports Reforms
Engr. Musa Kida, Board Chairman of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, has commended President Bola...
NPFL Slams ₦7.5m Fine, Stadium Ban on Wikki Tourists Over Security Breach, Crowd Violence vs Katsina United
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has imposed a total fine of Seven Million, Five Hundred Thousand Naira (₦7,500,000) on Wikki Tourists FC following...
APR FC Denies Interest in Nigerian Goalkeeper Olorunleke Ojo
Rwandan giants APR FC have dismissed speculation linking them to Nigerian goalkeeper Olorunleke Oluwasegun Ojo, clarifying that no negotiations or plans exist regarding his...
Pinnick Unveils Plan for Stadium Upgrades Across Nigeria
Former President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, has revealed plans aimed at upgrading major stadium facilities across Nigeria, as part of efforts...
Vilakazi: Nwabali’s Exit a Blow, Decision Taken at Board Level
Chippa United head coach Vusumuzi Vilakazi has described the departure of Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali as a major setback for the club, while...
Whyte Questions Super Falcons’ Four-Nation WAFCON Build-Up
Bayelsa Queens head coach Ogbonda Whyte has raised concerns over the structure and intent of the four-nation tournament organised as part of preparations for...
Akpan Bassey Urges Support for Nwabali After Chippa United Exit
Former Nigeria goalkeeper Bassey Akpan has appealed to Nigerians to rally around Super Eagles shot-stopper Stanley Nwabali following the termination of his contract with...
Nwabali Explains Decision to Leave Chippa United
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has explained his decision to part ways with South African club Chippa United, describing it as a difficult but...
Lawlessness as Akwa United Defy NFF Orders, Sign New Players Despite Outstanding Debts to Players
Akwa United have come under renewed scrutiny after completing the signing of five new players despite an existing directive barring player registration due to...
Osetoba Fights Drug Abuse With Sports as Emure Youths Mark International Drug Drug Abuse Day
Ekiti State Technical Advisor on Sports Development, Dr Olusola Osetoba, has reinforced the role of sports in youth development by leading a major anti-drug...
Bright Osayi-Samuel Explains Why He Chose Nigeria Over England
Super Eagles and Birmingham City defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has opened up on why he opted to represent Nigeria internationally, citing a deep cultural connection...
Tochukwu Ogboji Joins Strømmen on Loan for 2026 Season
Nigerian centre-back Tochukwu Joseph Ogboji (19) has been loaned out to Strømmen for the duration of the 2026 season, his parent club has confirmed. The...
Kola Daniel: Why I Quit My Lecturer Job For Journalism, Despite Facing Uncertain Future
National Sports Commission (NSC) director-general, Honourable Bukola Olopade's special assistant media, Kola Daniel has revealed reasons behind his decision to resign as a lecturer...
Hajj Gafar Explains Rationale Behind New Lagos FA Cup Trophy
Chairman of the Lagos State Football Association, Hajj Gafar, has explained the reasons behind the introduction of a new trophy identity for the Lagos...
3 Days to Go: Who Will Rise to Break Nyango’s Nigerian Record at Access Bank Lagos City Marathon?
With just three days to the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, a familiar question is back on the streets and among athletics watchers across...
World Athletics, NSC Finalizes Preparations, as Lagos Hosts Africa Running Conference 2026
Nigeria will take centre stage in African road running as Lagos State hosts the Africa Running Conference 2026, a two-day continental gathering designed to...
NSC inaugurates the Board of the Nigeria Federation of American Football
The National Sports Commission, NSC , has charged the new board of the Nigeria Federation of American Football, NFAF, to set new standards and...
Nigeria Becomes First African Nation to Adopt TGL Concept – Golf Federation President
President of the Nigeria Golf Federation, Otunba Olusegun Runsewe, has announced that Nigeria has become the first country in Africa to introduce the Tomorrow...
Falconets Must Attack Senegal, Not Sit Back – Bala Nkiyu Warns Ahead of Return Leg
Former coach of Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, Bala Nkiyu, has warned the Falconets against adopting a defensive mindset when they face Senegal in the...
Olopade Backs Current NFF Leadership Amid Pinnick’s World Cup Claims
Director General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has thrown his support behind the current leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation, insisting that...
Chelle Can Achieve All His Dreams With Super Eagles – Gusau
The president of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau says Franco-Malian tactician, Eric Sekou Chelle will not dump the Super Eagles, because...
Aduku Admits: Falconets Must Defend Resolutely Against Senegal On Saturday
Nigeria’s female under-20 national team, Falconets’ coach, Moses Aduku has declared that his players must defend resolutely against Senegal in this weekend’s second leg...
Favor Ayodele Sues Coach Alongside Five Other Former University Basketball Female Players
A Nigerian-born female basketball player, Favor Ayodele has joined five of her colleagues in suing their former coach at University of Pittsburgh in the...
Maro Itoje Gets ‘Best Couple Tag’ With His Wife, After Mum’s Burial In Nigeria
Bereaved Nigerian-born rugby star, Maro Itoje has gained off-field acclamation alongside his glamorous wife, Mimi, as they have been named England’s best sports couple...
Ishicheli Warns Limited Exposure Is Holding Nigerian Tennis Players Back
Nigeria tennis coach Benson Ishicheli has appealed to sports authorities, the tennis federation and private investors to increase international exposure for Nigerian players, warning...
Akpan Raises Concern on Timing of Nwabali’s Contract Exit at Chippa United
Former Nigeria goalkeeper Bassey Akpan has raised concerns over the timing of Stanley Nwabali’s contract termination at Chippa United, warning that the move could...
Toro Questions World Cup Chances After Nigeria’s Petition Against DR Congo
Former General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Association, Sani Toro, has expressed doubts over Nigeria’s chances of securing a World Cup ticket following the...
Igbokwe Confident Falconets Will Finish Job Against Senegal
Falconets midfielder Joy Igbokwe has expressed confidence that Nigeria’s U-20 women’s team has what it takes to overcome Senegal in the return leg of...
Madu Backs Super Falcons To Defend WAFCON Title in 2026
Former Super Falcons star Maureen Madu has expressed strong confidence in Nigeria’s chances of retaining their continental crown when the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup...
Olu Oluwatimi Makes History In Seattle Seahawks’ NFL Super Bowl Success
Seattle Seahawks’ zone-blocking ace, Olusegun ‘Olu’ Oluwatimi made history for the second time in two years, as he played a key role in the...
Rocket FC Step Up Preparations For Busy 2026 Grassroots Football Programme In Imo State
The coach and players of Rocket FC of Ihioma in Orlu, have stepped up their training routines at Central School ahead of a busy...
