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NLO picks Lafia, Damaturu, Dutse as venues for 2026 Division One promotional playoffs
The Nationwide League One (NLO) has announced Nasarawa, Yobe and Jigawa states as host venues for the 2026 Division One Promo...
Tinubu orders comprehensive reform of Nigerian football
By Michael Odetunde
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football followi...
Burna Boy, Shakira’s ‘Dai Dai’ becomes highest-charting World Cup song in history
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has achieved another major milestone as his collaborative World Cup anthem with Colombian supe...
Calvin Bassey sweeps into Warsaw as Super Eagles target Poland win
Experienced Fulham defender Calvin Bassey has arrived at the Super Eagles’ Warsaw Presidential Hotel camp ahead of Wednesday’...
Elkanemi Warriors eyes President Federation Cup glory ahead of final
El-Kanemi Warriors technical adviser Kabiru Dogo has declared his team fully prepared for their upcoming battle against Ikoro...
EPL: Ola Aina resumes Nottingham Forest training ahead of Bournemouth clash
Nottingham Forest head coach Vitor Pereira has disclosed that Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has resumed training with the team ahead o...
NSC, NFF set up historic welfare committee for Super Falcons’ WAFCON defense
The National Sports Commission, NSC in partnership with the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has set up a dedicated Welfare ...
Unity Cup: Francis Uzoho to lead Super Eagles as captain for crucial Zimbabwe clash
Omonia Nicosia goalkeeper Francis Uzoho will captain the Super Eagles in tonight’s Unity Cup semi-final encounter against the Warriors ...
Super Eagles get another friendly date with Russia in Nizhny Novgorod on October 6
Nigeria and Russia will clash for the second time in 16 months when both teams face off in an international friendly inside t...
Olanrewaju sets high ambitious target for River United ahead of new season
Yemi Olanrewaju, Head Coach of Rivers United has officially set the tone for the Pride of Rivers ahead of a demanding campaign.
Unde...
Ndidi, Iheanacho used ‘Juju Cream’ on injuries at Leicester – Vardy reveals
By Michael Odetunde
Former Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy has revealed that Nigerian teammates Wilfred Ndidi and Kelechi Iheanac...
NPFL slams N15m fine, stadium ban on Kano Pillars over fan unrest
Kano Pillars FC have once again come under heavy sanctions from the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL following crowd trouble durin...
Euro-Match NPFL: Oshomo Tosin optimistic of great season despite Inter Lagos’ slow start
By Micheal Odetunde
Inter Lagos defender, Oshomo Olamilekan Tosin, has expressed optimism of an impressive debut appearanc...
Transfer News: Shooting Stars reach agreement in principle with Haruna Hadi
Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) have reached an agreement in principle with talented midfielder Haruna Hadi over personal terms ahead ...
Serie A: Okoye relishes Udinese’s stunning San Siro triumph
Experienced Nigerian goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye has described Udinese Calcio’s emphatic 3-0 win over AC Milan at the San Siro as a moment...
WAFCON: Madugu attributes Super Falcons’ defeat to Cameroon to profligacy
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has identified wasteful finishing in front of goal as the primary reason for his team...
Gombe United announces Eddy Dombraye as new technical adviser
By Michael Odetunde
Gombe United Football Club has announced key appointments to its technical crew ahead of the new season.
In a...
UNICAL scraps Wednesday classes to prepare better for NUGA Games
The University of Calabar, UNICAL is pausing midweek classes in a bid to give student-athletes dedicated time to train for the upcoming...
Shock wave in Nigerian football as NFF President Ibrahim Gusau resigns
Ibrahim Gusau has officially stepped down from his role as the President of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF.
The outgoing sport...
Team Nigeria targets more relay slots in Botswana as its National Trials begins Friday
Three more home-based athletes, Miracle Ezechukwu, Ezekiel Asuquo, and Rosemary Nwankwo, have bolstered the Nigerian continge...
NSC confirms November 27 as kickoff date for 2026 National Sports Festival
The National Sports Commission, NSC has officially announced that the 2026 National Sports Festival, tagged Coal Ci...
NWFL: “We are making things work”, Danjuma speaks on Nasarawa Amazons’ win over Dannaz Ladies
Coach Christopher Danjuma of Nasarawa Amazons has disclosed that his side's hard fought win over Dannaz Ladies was evidence o...
Busari talks up early preparations for Flamingos’ better performances at FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup
Head Coach of Nigeria's U-17 women's national team, the Flamingos, Akeem Busari, has emphasized that early preparation will b...
Transfer News: Top European clubs circle in as Fernandez’s stock soars
Talented Nigerian defender Emmanuel Fernandez is attracting growing interest across Europe after a standout season.
The 24...
Aba to host 2026 NWFL Nationwide as 12 clubs chase Championship tickets
The Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL has confirmed that the 2026 Nationwide league will be staged in Aba, Abia State, from August 15...
“We’re Not Happy” – Wike blasts Super Eagles over 2026 World Cup failure
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has publicly called out the Super Eagles over their failure to qu...
Super Lig: Gidado eyes strong finish with Gaziantep
Talented Nigerian midfielder, Victor Ntino-Emo Gidado is set to feature for Turkish Super Lig side, Gaziantep FK in their crucial leagu...
AMAPRO 2026: Champions HOP FA dump out after six-goal thriller as final four lock in semi-final spots
The quarterfinal stage of the 2026 AMAPRO Football Championship delivered thrilling encounters, dramatic penalty shootouts, a...
NPFL: Remo Stars Boss rewards star striker Mbaoma with a brand new car
Remo Stars owner Kunle Soname has gifted a brand new car to forward Victor Mbaoma. The reward recognizes his standout individ...
Commonwealth Games 2026: Umoafia increases Team Nigeria medal haul with gold in weightlifting
Team Nigeria's Edidiong Joseph Umoafia has won the gold medal in the men's 71kg weightlifting event at the ongoing 2026 Commo...
Kwara United Queens intensify preparations ahead of NWFL Nationwide tourney
By Michael Odetunde
Kwara United Queens Football Club continued their preparations for the forthcoming Nigeria Women Football League...
“Quadri was a walk-past role”, Taaooma reveals inspiration behind her comedy concepts
Prominent Nigerian skit maker and actress Maryam Apaokagi, widely known as Taooma, has credited her mother and the idiosyncratic behavi...
Motsepe welcomes corruption probe of CAF as Senegal–Morocco AFCON row heads to CAS
President of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, has said he would welcome any investigation into alleged...
Obuh calls for unity among NPFL club chairmen ahead of new season
By Michael Odetunde
Abia Warriors Chairman, John Obuh, has called on chairmen of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) cl...
Hand in hand: PMI Nigeria joins forces with AMAPRO to provide level playing field for local talent
For many local athletes and grassroots coaches, the dreams nurtured on the pitch are often limited by a lack of res...
WAFCON 2026: Nigerian referee Yemisi Akintoye makes CAF list
The Confederation of African Football, CAF has selected Nigerian referee Yemisi Akintoye as one of the match officials for th...
Commonwealth Games: Ezuruike wins first medal for Team Nigeria, bags instant $2,000 reward
Team Nigeria has opened its medal account at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games in impressive fashion, with Paralympian Rola...
13 states, clubs set for 4th Monimak Softball Championship in Ilorin
By Michael Odetunde
No fewer than 13 states and clubs will compete in the 4th edition of the Monimak Softball Championship in Ilorin...
Niger Tornadoes unveil technical crew for 2026/27 season
Niger Tornadoes Football Club of Minna has officially announced its technical crew for the 2026/27 season following the appro...
Stranded US athletes force one-day delay for AFN Commonwealth Games Trials
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria, AFN has pushed back the start of the national trials by one day to help stranded US-based athletes...
14th Women AFCON: African queens target high-margin win against debutants Malawi
Cup-holders Nigeria aim to kick off their defence of the Women Africa Cup of Nations title in an emphatic manner when they lock horns w...
NPFL: Salisu Yusuf confident Shooting Stars will improve after Inter Lagos win
Shooting Stars technical adviser, Salisu Yusuf, is confident his side will improve as the season progresses following their h...
NNL: Remo Stars appoint Olumide as new head coach
Remo Stars have announced the appointment of Olumide Ajibolade as their new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria National League (NN...
Injured Amusan defies pain to win Commonwealth bronze for Team Nigeria
Nigeria's sprint hurdles queen, Tobi Amusan, once again demonstrated the fighting spirit that has made her one of Africa's greatest ath...
Nigerian football mourns as Wikki Tourists defender dies in tragic auto crash
Wikki Tourists FC has officially announced the tragic passing of its talented defender, Kabiru Mohammed, following a fatal au...
El Kanemi wanted me to stay – Kabiru Dogo
President Federation Cup-winning coach Kabiru Dogo has disclosed that El Kanemi Warriors wanted him to remain at the club des...
Gaa Akanbi FC, Dickalo FC shoot their ways to AMAPRO Football Championship 2026 final
The semifinals of 2026 AMAPRO Football Championship delivered drama, comebacks and penalty shootout heartbreaks as Dickalo FC...
Eguavoen to lead Super Falcons in interim capacity for 2028 Olympics qualifiers
Former Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen will lead Nigeria’s Senior Women’s National Team, the Super Falcons, on an ...
Tuchel retains FA backing, to lead team into Euro 2028
England head coach Thomas Tuchel retains the backing of the Football Association and is expected to lead the team into Euro 2028.
A ...
NPFL MD2 Preview: Inter Lagos eye first top flight victory as Plateau United, Kwara United clash in North Central derby
Michael Odetunde
The second week of the Euro-Match NPFL 2026/27 season will take centre stage this weekend as te...
NSC charges D’Tigress to start FIBA World Cup campaign on winning note against South Korea
The National Sports Commission, NSC, has expressed confidence in the ability of the Nigeria D'Tigress as they open up their c...
World Athletics releases entry standards for Beijing 2027 championships
World Athletics has officially unveiled the qualification standards for the 2027 World Athletics Championships scheduled to t...
NPFL: Deutsch retains hope of NPFL survival for Enyimba FC
Technical Adviser of Enyimba FC, Emmanuel Deutsch has expressed optimism of his side retaining will their top-flight status a...
Gusau reiterates NFF’s commitment to improving refereeing situation in Nigeria
President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON) on Wednesday pledged the total support of the football-ru...
President Federation Cup: Rangers, Rivers United set for epic Round of 32 clash
By Wale Mustapha
Enugu Rangers and Rivers United are set to renew their fierce rivalry when they clash in the Round of 32 of the Pre...
Morocco’s Hakimi rules African World Cup history
Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi has officially become the most-capped African player in FIFA World Cup history.
The Paris Saint-Germai...
NPFL: Ilechukwu calls for calm as Rangers close in on title
Technical Adviser of Enugu Rangers, Fidelis Ilechukwu has stressed the need for his side to stay grounded in their title chas...
From free water to oil deals: Rethinking sponsorship as the ultimate elixir for stranded Nigerian clubs
Nigerian sports branding and marketing expert Tomiwa Lawal has stated that corporate sponsorship remains the ultimate solution to the h...
Volleyball: Nigeria unveils squad for 2026 African Men’s Nations Championship
Head Coach of Nigeria's senior men's volleyball team, Ryan Masajedi has named his 14-man squad for the 2026 African Men's Volleyball Na...
Rangers’ Chairman, Ezeaku steps down from NPFL club owners role
Rangers General Manager Amobi Ezeaku has officially stepped down as Secretary of the NPFL Club Owners Association.
He announced his ...
Simon, Adams on target as Super Eagles fly above Iran in Antalya
Nigeria’s Super Eagles continued their evolution under Eric Chelle with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Iran in an internation...
“No chance against a strong and physical Nigeria side”, Iran coach reacts after friendly defeat
Head Coach of Iran national football team, Amir Ghalenoei has admitted that the Super Eagles were too strong for his side in ...
Chelle explains fresh blood infusion for Super Eagles
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has opened up about his tactical decision to inject several fresh faces into the squad during recen...
Kwara United unveil 16 new players, target NPFL title, Federation Cup glories
Kwara United Football Club has officially unveiled 16 new players across all departments ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier...
Unity Cup grabs official FIFA status ahead of London showdown
The Unity Cup has officially been recognized as a FIFA Tier 1 event, giving the tournament full international backing just da...
NLO provides career opportunities for young footballers – Ogunlowo
By Michael Odetunde
The Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Nationwide League One (NLO), Dr. Shola Ogunlowo, ...
Volleyball: Nigeria qualify for 2026 African Nations Cup in DR Congo
Nigeria's Volleyball national team have booked their place in the 2026 African Nations Cup finals in Kinshasa, Democratic Rep...
NPFL: Kwara United escape relegation despite heavy defeat to Bayelsa United
Kwara United suffered a disappointing 4-0 defeat to Bayelsa United in their final game of the Nigeria Premier Football League season pl...
Super Eagles ready to fight for Unity Cup glory — Nnadi
Super Eagles midfielder, Tochukwu Nnadi has declared that Nigeria is in London to win the Unity Cup.
Nnadi made ...
Transfer News: Shooting Stars’ Ayobami Junior seals USM Kenchala move
Nigerian midfielder Ayobami Junior has completed a move to Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 side USM Khenchela from Nigeria Premier Foo...
Sports Commission inaugurates boards of Nigeria para sports federations
The National Sports Commission has successfully conducted elections and inaugurated the boards of Nigeria Para Sports Federations with ...
“My role was small”, Aweroro hails Shooting Stars players after historic continental qualification
Shooting Stars technical adviser, Nurudeen Aweroro, has commended his players after the club secured a third-place finish in the Nigeri...
NPFL: Plateau United announces new venue for Ikorodu City Clash over security concerns
Plateau United have announced that their NPFL matchday 33 fixture against Ikorodu City will now be played at the Lafia City Stadium.
...
Kogi United announces end-of-season break after missing NNL promotion
Kogi United have announced an official end-of-season break for both players and club officials.
The management team finali...
Doye Diri dissolves Bayelsa United board, sacks players after NPFL relegation
By Michael Odetunde
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has dissolved the board and management of Bayelsa United following t...
Nigeria goalkeeper Aniagboso powers Chornomorets Odesa back to Ukrainian Premier League
By Michael Odetunde
Nigerian goalkeeper Chijioke Aniagboso played a key role in helping Chornomorets Odesa secure promotion back to ...
NPFL reaffirms May finish line for 2025/26 football season
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has doubled down on its commitment to wrap up the current 2025–26 campaign by May,...
Bayelsa Queens set to part ways with coach Whyte Ogbonda after missing out on NWFL title
Bayelsa Queens are ready to part ways with their head coach, Whyte Ogbonda. The club management is preparing to let him go after a full...
Transfer News: Tusker FC signs Victor Mbaoma from Remo Stars
Kenyan giants Tusker FC have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Victor Mbaoma from Remo Stars on a one-year deal.
Mbaoma, who...
Hakimi to face trial in France over alleged rape case
A French appeals court on Friday ruled that Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi will stand trial over allegations of r...
NWFL: Ekiti Queens unveil Sabo Okala as new Head Coach
Nigeria Women's Football League, NWFL side, Ekiti Queens have presented their new Head Coach, Sabo Okala to the media and members of th...
AMAPRO, PMI Nigeria train sports stakeholders on project management, leadership skills
By Michael Odetunde
The AMAPRO Africa Development Program in partnership with the Project Management Institute, PMI Nigeri...
NPFL fines Bendel Insurance N5M for multiple misconducts
The Nigeria Premier Football League has sanctioned Bendel Insurance FC following multiple breaches of league regula...
Transfer News: Barcelona agree deal to sign Karim Adeyemi
Barcelona have agreed a deal to sign forward Karim Adeyemi from Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund.
The LaLiga champions will pay an ...
FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup: Aduku promises a promising Falconets against Spain
Moses Aduku, Head Coach of Nigeria’s U20 Women National Team, Falconets, has declared that his team will throw everything int...
NPFL: Ikorodu City star Arumala takes lead in top scorer race
Ikorodu City forward Joseph Arumala has emerged as the leading scorer in the Nigeria Premier Football League this season.
Arumala fo...
NPFL: What Coach Ashifat said as Kwara United prepare for Kano Pillars’ visit to Ilorin
Michael Odetunde
Technical Adviser of Kwara United Football Club, Ashifat Suleiman, has expressed confidence in his team’s...
Nigeria names strong squad for 2026 World Athletics Ultimate Championships
Nigeria will be represented by a star-studded squad at the 2026 World Athletics Ultimate Championships in Budapest, the Hunga...
Hungry Pépé eyes more goals after firing Ivory Coast into historic World Cup knockouts
Nicolas Pépé has set his sights on hitting the back of the net in the knockout rounds after inspiring Côte d’Ivoire to a hist...
NSC DG, Hon. Olopade appoints Bayo Adegboyega as media consultant
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade has appointed renowned sports journalist an...
Serie A: Como FC enforces strict heading restrictions at youth academy
By Michael Odetunde
Italian serie A side Como FC has introduced strict restrictions on heading across his youth academy as...
Morocco 2026: Captain Chidi nets hat-trick as Flamingos trounce Guinea 5-0 in Abidjan
Nigeria’s U17 girls, the Flamingos, put up a commanding performance with a resounding 5-0 victory over Guinea ...
FIFA World Cup: Morocco rally past stubborn Haiti to book knockout round 32 berth
Atlas Lions of Morocco secured their place in the Round of 32 after staging a remarkable comeback to defeat Haiti 4-2 in an entertainin...
NFF lauds FG on inauguration of Nigeria Anti-Doping Board, congratulates Illo
The Nigeria Football Federation has commended the Federal Government on Thursday’s inauguration of the Technical Board of the...
NPFL: Ranchers Bees complete signing of goalkeeper Suleiman Temitope Hussaini
Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL newcomers Ranchers Bees Football Club have completed the signing of highly rated goalkeeper Sulei...
Alex Jerry hits brace to inspire Kwara United’s fight back against Kano Pillars
Michael Odetunde
Substitute Alex Jerry scored twice in the second half as Kwara United fought back from a two-goal deficit to secure...
Mikel Obi blasts Enzo Fernandez: “No player is bigger than the club”
Chelsea legend John Obi Mikel has slammed Enzo Fernandez for his lack of leadership and "disrespectful" comments following the team’s C...
Ahmed Musa retained as Ambassador in major Kano Pillars shake-up
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved a major leadership overhaul for the Kano State Sports Commission and Kano Pillars F.C....
Nigeria storm into CAVB U-18 African Volleyball final with dominant run
Nigeria's boys' team has booked a place in the final of the 2026 CAVB U18 African Nations Volleyball Championship in Alexandr...
New Healthcare Reform Bill Advances Through Congress
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World Athletics blocks Ofili’s switch to Turkey ahead of 2028 Olympics
World Athletics has rejected an application by Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili to switch her sporting allegiance to Turkey.
...
NPFL: Finidi George targets strong start as Rivers United begin pre-season preparations
Rivers United Technical Adviser, George Finidi, has stressed the importance of an early and thorough pre-season as the club prepares fo...
Transfer News: Expert reveals how Osimhen will influence Galatasaray summer signings
Galatasaray will sign players requested by their striker Victor Osimhen at the end of the season, according to a Turkish foot...
Niger Tornadoes unveil technical crew for 2026/27 season
Niger Tornadoes Football Club of Minna has officially announced its technical crew for the 2026/27 season following the appro...
Bright Ozebagbe, Deniran Ortega to assist Chelle’s Nigerian Olympic Team
Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has appointed Bright Osehai Ozebagbe and Deniran Ortega as his assistant coaches for the Nigerian...
Ucheibe rallies Super Falcons to bounce back after shock WAFCON defeat
Super Falcons midfielder Christy Ucheibe has insisted that Justine Madugu’s squad will throw everything into their upcoming c...
NPFL: Ranchers Bees complete signing of goalkeeper Suleiman Temitope Hussaini
Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL newcomers Ranchers Bees Football Club have completed the signing of highly rated goalkeeper Sulei...
Bayelsa Queens set to part ways with coach Whyte Ogbonda after missing out on NWFL title
Bayelsa Queens are ready to part ways with their head coach, Whyte Ogbonda. The club management is preparing to let him go after a full...
NPFL: Finidi relishes Rivers United’s narrow win over Plateau United, eyes positive outcome against Pillars
Rivers United technical adviser George Finidi has expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance against Plateau United.
The Por...
Busari talks up early preparations for Flamingos’ better performances at FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup
Head Coach of Nigeria's U-17 women's national team, the Flamingos, Akeem Busari, has emphasized that early preparation will b...
NPFL fines Bendel Insurance N5M for multiple misconducts
The Nigeria Premier Football League has sanctioned Bendel Insurance FC following multiple breaches of league regula...
NPFL: Kwara United escape relegation despite heavy defeat to Bayelsa United
Kwara United suffered a disappointing 4-0 defeat to Bayelsa United in their final game of the Nigeria Premier Football League season pl...
Unity Cup: Zimbabwe squad arrives England ahead of Super Eagles clash
The Warriors of Zimbabwe have arrived in England ahead of their highly anticipated Unity Cup semi-final showdown against the ...
El Kanemi wanted me to stay – Kabiru Dogo
President Federation Cup-winning coach Kabiru Dogo has disclosed that El Kanemi Warriors wanted him to remain at the club des...
Kwara government sanction floating of Kwara United Queens to boost women’s sports
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has officially approved the establishment of Kwara United Queens Football Club to promote w...
Ranchers Bees suspend recognition of club leadership positions
Ranchers Bees Football Club proprietor, Sadiq Umar, has announced the suspension of recognition for all leadership positions within the...
Stranded US athletes force one-day delay for AFN Commonwealth Games Trials
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria, AFN has pushed back the start of the national trials by one day to help stranded US-based athletes...
Injured Amusan defies pain to win Commonwealth bronze for Team Nigeria
Nigeria's sprint hurdles queen, Tobi Amusan, once again demonstrated the fighting spirit that has made her one of Africa's greatest ath...
Benin, Togo, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana athletes set for Dynamic Athletics Meet in August
Athletes from Benin, Togo, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana and host nation Nigeria are gearing up for the highly anticipated Dynamic Athletics Mee...
Gusau reiterates NFF’s commitment to improving refereeing situation in Nigeria
President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON) on Wednesday pledged the total support of the football-ru...
“No chance against a strong and physical Nigeria side”, Iran coach reacts after friendly defeat
Head Coach of Iran national football team, Amir Ghalenoei has admitted that the Super Eagles were too strong for his side in ...
Transfer News: Barcelona agree deal to sign Karim Adeyemi
Barcelona have agreed a deal to sign forward Karim Adeyemi from Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund.
The LaLiga champions will pay an ...
Champions Rangers host Katsina, Enyimba head to Minna as NPFL announce new season fixtures
By Afolabi Mustapha
Ebugu Rangers will begin the defence of their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title with a home...
Morocco 2026: Captain Chidi nets hat-trick as Flamingos trounce Guinea 5-0 in Abidjan
Nigeria’s U17 girls, the Flamingos, put up a commanding performance with a resounding 5-0 victory over Guinea ...
Alalade concludes plans to reward Football teams in Oyun Local Government
Erstwhile ABS and Kwara United hitman Wasiu Alalade has concluded plans to reward all Football Teams in Oyun Local ...
Transfer News: Evra urges Manchester United to sign Osimhen to fix attacking woes
Former France and Manchester United defender, Patrice Evra, has declared that Nigeria's striker, Victor Osimhen could be the ultimate d...
EPL: Ola Aina resumes Nottingham Forest training ahead of Bournemouth clash
Nottingham Forest head coach Vitor Pereira has disclosed that Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has resumed training with the team ahead o...
Team Nigeria targets more relay slots in Botswana as its National Trials begins Friday
Three more home-based athletes, Miracle Ezechukwu, Ezekiel Asuquo, and Rosemary Nwankwo, have bolstered the Nigerian continge...
From free water to oil deals: Rethinking sponsorship as the ultimate elixir for stranded Nigerian clubs
Nigerian sports branding and marketing expert Tomiwa Lawal has stated that corporate sponsorship remains the ultimate solution to the h...
Falconets coach charges Igala Nations Cup managers on professional ethics
Nigeria U-20 Women's National Team Assistant Coach Mansur Abdullahi has called on coaches participating in the forthcoming 10th Igala N...
Commonwealth Games: Ezuruike wins first medal for Team Nigeria, bags instant $2,000 reward
Team Nigeria has opened its medal account at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games in impressive fashion, with Paralympian Rola...
NSC, NFF set up historic welfare committee for Super Falcons’ WAFCON defense
The National Sports Commission, NSC in partnership with the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has set up a dedicated Welfare ...
Elkanemi Warriors eyes President Federation Cup glory ahead of final
El-Kanemi Warriors technical adviser Kabiru Dogo has declared his team fully prepared for their upcoming battle against Ikoro...
NFF lauds FG on inauguration of Nigeria Anti-Doping Board, congratulates Illo
The Nigeria Football Federation has commended the Federal Government on Thursday’s inauguration of the Technical Board of the...
Gaa Akanbi FC stage a dramatic comeback to win 2026 AMAPRO Football Championship
Gaa Akanbi FC have been crowned champions of the 2026 Amapro Football Championship after defeating Dickalo FA 4-3 on penaltie...
Choosing athletics over football was the best decision of my life – Patience Okon George
Nigerian 400m star Patience Okon George has revealed that choosing athletics over her initial dream of playing football remains the bes...
Kwara United unveil 16 new players, target NPFL title, Federation Cup glories
Kwara United Football Club has officially unveiled 16 new players across all departments ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier...
NPFL: Abdallah expects tough task for Remo Stars ahead of Kwara Unitd visit
Technical Adviser of Remo Stars, Usman Abdallah has predicted a difficult outing for his side when they take on Kwara United on Sunday....
No fatalities as Rivers United team bus encounter road accident ahead of Federation Cup clash
Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL side, Rivers United team bus was involved in a road accident on Thursday along the Obir...
Troost-Ekong urges overhaul after Super Eagles miss consecutive World Cups
Former captain of Nigeria's Super Eagles, William Troost-Ekong has declared that missing out on consecutive World Cups must serve as th...
NPFL: Salisu Yusuf confident Shooting Stars will improve after Inter Lagos win
Shooting Stars technical adviser, Salisu Yusuf, is confident his side will improve as the season progresses following their h...
Transfer News: Top NPFL clubs jostle for Baruwa’s signature
Several top Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL clubs are in a fierce race to secure the services of Olatunji Baruwa MON, the highly ...
CAF team concludes inspection of Nigeria’s facilities for General Assembly, 2026 Awards
A five-man team from the Confederation of African Football on Tuesday concluded its inspection of facilities put forward by Nigeria to ...
Transfer News: Shooting Stars reach agreement in principle with Haruna Hadi
Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) have reached an agreement in principle with talented midfielder Haruna Hadi over personal terms ahead ...
Portable and Charles Okocha rematch explodes into chaos ahead of July 31 fight
Zazu crooner Portable and Charles Okocha are officially set for a high-stakes boxing rematch on July 31 following a wild press conferen...
DR Congo embarks on 21 days quarantine before arrival in United States for World Cup
DR Congo World Cup squad have been told to isolate for 21 days before they can enter the US because of the Ebola outbreak.
...
Femi Azeez’s brace inspires second string Super Eagles against Zimbabwe to secure Unity Cup final berth
A remarkably under-strength Super Eagles took full command of the Charlton Athletic Stadium (The Valley) on Tuesday and handed ...
Aliyu Zubair explains gulf in class between NPFL and Egyptian league
Former Nigeria U-20 Flying Eagles Head Coach, Aliyu Zubair, has stated that players' welfare is given far greater attention in the Egyp...
NLO picks Lafia, Damaturu, Dutse as venues for 2026 Division One promotional playoffs
The Nationwide League One (NLO) has announced Nasarawa, Yobe and Jigawa states as host venues for the 2026 Division One Promo...
Serie A: Okoye relishes Udinese’s stunning San Siro triumph
Experienced Nigerian goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye has described Udinese Calcio’s emphatic 3-0 win over AC Milan at the San Siro as a moment...
The hunt for glory begins as organizers release fixtures for AMAPRO 2026 showdown
The stage is officially set for grassroots football at its finest as the organizers of the 2026 AMAPRO Football Championship ...
Commonwealth Games 2026: Umoafia increases Team Nigeria medal haul with gold in weightlifting
Team Nigeria's Edidiong Joseph Umoafia has won the gold medal in the men's 71kg weightlifting event at the ongoing 2026 Commo...
WAFCON: Madugu attributes Super Falcons’ defeat to Cameroon to profligacy
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has identified wasteful finishing in front of goal as the primary reason for his team...
Simon, Adams on target as Super Eagles fly above Iran in Antalya
Nigeria’s Super Eagles continued their evolution under Eric Chelle with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Iran in an internation...
Ucheibe leaves Benfica after six trophy-laden years
Experienced Super Falcons midfielder Christy Ucheibe has officially parted ways with Portuguese champions Benfica following the expirat...
NPFL: Barau FC retains 21 players for 2026/27 season
Barau FC have officially confirmed the list of players retained for the 2026/27 season following consultations between the club's manag...
NPFL demands digital overhaul as clubs miss out on millions in revenue
The Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Chief Davidson Owumi, has sounded the alarm that the league and its...
Transfer News: Tusker FC signs Victor Mbaoma from Remo Stars
Kenyan giants Tusker FC have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Victor Mbaoma from Remo Stars on a one-year deal.
Mbaoma, who...
Tragedy hits Ghana football as gunmen attack Berekum Chelsea bus
The Ghana Football Association, GFA has confirmed the tragic death of Premier League forward Dominic Frimpong following a violent armed...
NPFL: Ranchers Bees appoint Usman Abd’Allah as Head Coach
Newly promoted Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL side, Ranchers Bees have announced the appointment of experienced tactic...
Ahmed Musa retained as Ambassador in major Kano Pillars shake-up
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved a major leadership overhaul for the Kano State Sports Commission and Kano Pillars F.C....
Transfer News: Swedish giants Djurgården lock down Nigerian prodigy Angelo Agbejoye on five-year deal
Swedish Allsvenskan club Djurgården has officially secured the signature of highly-rated Nigerian winger Angelo Agbejoye.
...
Transfer News: Tottenham target Osimhen in ambitious summer transfer move
Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly preparing to enter the race for Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen despi...
Super Eagles get another friendly date with Russia in Nizhny Novgorod on October 6
Nigeria and Russia will clash for the second time in 16 months when both teams face off in an international friendly inside t...
14th Women AFCON: African queens target high-margin win against debutants Malawi
Cup-holders Nigeria aim to kick off their defence of the Women Africa Cup of Nations title in an emphatic manner when they lock horns w...
Euro-Match NPFL: Ayeni hails Doma United players’ resilience in victory over Inter Lagos
Technical Adviser of Doma United, Ayeni Ayodeji, has commended his players for their resilience and performance in their 1-0 victory ov...
Tuchel retains FA backing, to lead team into Euro 2028
England head coach Thomas Tuchel retains the backing of the Football Association and is expected to lead the team into Euro 2028.
A ...
Trabzonspor linked with summer move for Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare
Trabzonspor are interested in signing Wolves forward Tolu Arokodare, according to recent reports.
Arokodare is heavily lin...
UNICAL scraps Wednesday classes to prepare better for NUGA Games
The University of Calabar, UNICAL is pausing midweek classes in a bid to give student-athletes dedicated time to train for the upcoming...
CAFCL: Rivers United defender Manyo upbeat ahead of San Pedro clash
Rivers United defender, Stephen Manyo, has expressed confidence in the team’s readiness for their CAF Champions League first ...
NPFL: Plateau United announces new venue for Ikorodu City Clash over security concerns
Plateau United have announced that their NPFL matchday 33 fixture against Ikorodu City will now be played at the Lafia City Stadium.
...
Burna Boy, Shakira’s ‘Dai Dai’ becomes highest-charting World Cup song in history
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has achieved another major milestone as his collaborative World Cup anthem with Colombian supe...
Kogi contingent dominates North Central Chess festival with three gold medals
Kogi State delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 North Central Chess Festival in Abuja, securing three gold medals.
The w...
It’s a full house as Abiodun, Monday complete Super Falcons’ roster for WAFCON 2026
The duo of Nigerian stars, Deborah Abiodun and Gift Monday have finally arrived at the Super Falcons' Marriott Hotel camp in Casablanca...
Arsenal to begin title defense against Coventry City as Premier League releases 2026/27 opening day fixtures
The Premier League has released the fixture list for the 2026/27 season, with reigning champions Arsenal set to begin the def...
CAF confirms 24 teams to compete at AFCON 2027 tourney
By Michael Odetunde
The Confederation of African Football, CAF) has clarified that the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations,...
Nigerian football mourns as Wikki Tourists defender dies in tragic auto crash
Wikki Tourists FC has officially announced the tragic passing of its talented defender, Kabiru Mohammed, following a fatal au...
UCL: Injury Concerns mount for Arsenal ahead of crucial tie against Sporting
At least five senior players of Arsenal FC were absent from training on Tuesday, raising fresh concerns ahead of a decisive week for th...
President Federation Cup: Rangers, Rivers United set for epic Round of 32 clash
By Wale Mustapha
Enugu Rangers and Rivers United are set to renew their fierce rivalry when they clash in the Round of 32 of the Pre...
Mikel Obi blasts Enzo Fernandez: “No player is bigger than the club”
Chelsea legend John Obi Mikel has slammed Enzo Fernandez for his lack of leadership and "disrespectful" comments following the team’s C...
Super Eagles’ goalkeeper, Olorunleke Ojo loses divorce suit against wife, Tosin Ojo
The Upper Area Court 1 sitting in Lokoja, Kogi State has struck out the divorce petition filed by Super Eagles' goalkeeper, O...
A voice silenced: The heartbreaking loss of Temisan Okomi
The Nigerian media community is in deep mourning following the sudden passing of beloved Classic FM 97.3 broadcaster, Temisan...
Port Harcourt to host 2026 NWFL Super Six championship
Port Harcourt has been officially selected to host the 2026 Nigeria Women Football League Super Six Finals.
The highly anticipated tou...
Tinubu orders comprehensive reform of Nigerian football
By Michael Odetunde
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football followi...
Hand in hand: PMI Nigeria joins forces with AMAPRO to provide level playing field for local talent
For many local athletes and grassroots coaches, the dreams nurtured on the pitch are often limited by a lack of res...
Shock wave in Nigerian football as NFF President Ibrahim Gusau resigns
Ibrahim Gusau has officially stepped down from his role as the President of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF.
The outgoing sport...
NNL: Remo Stars appoint Olumide as new head coach
Remo Stars have announced the appointment of Olumide Ajibolade as their new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria National League (NN...
Kwara United’s fighting spirit offers hope despite opening-day draw
Michael Odetunde
I keenly watched Kwara United’s 2-2 draw against Kano Pillars in Matchday One of the EuroMatch-NPFL 2026/...
Transfer News: Ancelotti to leave Brazil for club football after World Cup
French Ligue 1 club, Lille have announced that Brazil assistant coach Davide Ancelotti, the son of legendary manager Carlo Ancelotti, w...
Olanrewaju sets high ambitious target for River United ahead of new season
Yemi Olanrewaju, Head Coach of Rivers United has officially set the tone for the Pride of Rivers ahead of a demanding campaign.
Unde...
NPFL: Kwara United coach calls for total focus ahead new season
Technical Adviser of Kwara United, Ashifat Suleiman has cautioned his squad against overconfidence following an impressive run of pre-s...
Nigeria goalkeeper Aniagboso powers Chornomorets Odesa back to Ukrainian Premier League
By Michael Odetunde
Nigerian goalkeeper Chijioke Aniagboso played a key role in helping Chornomorets Odesa secure promotion back to ...
Sports Commission inaugurates boards of Nigeria para sports federations
The National Sports Commission has successfully conducted elections and inaugurated the boards of Nigeria Para Sports Federations with ...
Onyali lauds NSC, AFN, Elite Podium Board over successful Commonwealth Games trials
Olympian Mary Onyali has applauded the successful conduct of the just-concluded Athletics Federation of Nigeria, AFN Commonwe...
Morocco’s Hakimi rules African World Cup history
Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi has officially become the most-capped African player in FIFA World Cup history.
The Paris Saint-Germai...
Euro-Match NPFL Preview: Kwara United, Katsina United lock horns in Ilorin as Inter, Sporting, battle for supremacy in Lagos derby
By Michael Odetunde
The Matchday Three fixtures of the Euro-Match NPFL 2026/27 season will produce another round...
Volleyball: Nigeria qualify for 2026 African Nations Cup in DR Congo
Nigeria's Volleyball national team have booked their place in the 2026 African Nations Cup finals in Kinshasa, Democratic Rep...
NWFL: “We are making things work”, Danjuma speaks on Nasarawa Amazons’ win over Dannaz Ladies
Coach Christopher Danjuma of Nasarawa Amazons has disclosed that his side's hard fought win over Dannaz Ladies was evidence o...
FIFA World Cup: Morocco rally past stubborn Haiti to book knockout round 32 berth
Atlas Lions of Morocco secured their place in the Round of 32 after staging a remarkable comeback to defeat Haiti 4-2 in an entertainin...