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NFF slams Dessers, faults Ekong after Eagles’ 1-1 draw in Bloemfontein

Awwal Owolabi 10 September 2025 0

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has criticised Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers and faulted captain William Troost-Ekong after the team’s 1-1 draw with South Africa in a 2026 World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. The Eagles, desperate for a win to keep their qualification hopes alive, were

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World Cup hopes in jeopardy as Nigeria draw 1-1 with South Africa

Awwal Owolabi 10 September 2025 0

Nigeria and South Africa shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw at the Toyota Stadium, Bloemfontein, on Tuesday night in a 2026 World Cup qualifier. The hosts went ahead on 25 minutes when William Troost-Ekong, returning as captain, turned a cross into his own net. The error set off wild celebrations among the home fans. […]

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Ex-Super Eagles Striker Anthony Ujah Retires from Professional Football

Ihesiulo Grace 30 August 2025 0

Former Super Eagles forward Anthony Ujah has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 34. Ujah, who last featured for Bulgarian side Botev Plovdiv, revealed his decision in an emotional post on social media on Friday. “Today, I make the toughest decision of my life, retiring from professional football,” the striker wrote. […]

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Tobi Amusan pulls out of Diamond League final over fitness concerns

Ihesiulo Grace 28 August 2025 0

Nigerian sprint hurdler and world record holder, Tobi Amusan, has pulled out of the upcoming Diamond League final, dealing a blow to her fans and Nigeria’s athletics community. Amusan, who set the world record of 12.12 seconds in the women’s 100m hurdles at the 2022 World Championships in Oregon, was expected to be one of […]

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PSG announces signing of super falcon’s captain

Awwal Owolabi 27 August 2025 0

French giant, Paris St Germain, has announced the signing of super falcons captain, Rasheedat Ajibade from Liga F heavyweights, Atlético de Madrid. The Nigerian midfielder who is known for her colourful hairstyle and dazzling footwork on the pitch has signed a contract till 30th June 2027 with the French team. The 24 years old Nigerian […]

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Peter Rufai, Taribo West And Nigeria’s Forgotten Heroes

Ihesiulo Grace 23 August 2025 0

There are moments in football that transcend the field moments when a roar of frustration cuts deeper than any goal or tackle. This past week, former Super Eagles defender Taribo West gave us one of those moments. Standing in grief at the funeral of his late teammate Peter “Dodo Mayana” Rufai, West delivered a scathing […]

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From Results to Highlights: Top Mobile Apps Keeping Sports Fans Updated

Ihesiulo Grace 17 August 2025 0

If you’re into sports, you know the feeling. You’re stuck in traffic, or halfway through a meeting, and you suddenly wonder, “Did they score?” That’s where mobile apps come in. These days, staying in the loop doesn’t mean being glued to a TV screen. A few taps on your phone, and you’ve got live scores, […]

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Youth Sports Festival: FCT, Plateau, Niger, Kogi, Kwara set for zonal clash in Ilorin

Kehinde Akinpelu 17 August 2025 0

Over 1,200 athletes and officials from across the North Central region are set to converge on Ilorin for the zonal elimination of team sports ahead of the 9th National Youth Sports Festival (NYSF) scheduled for Delta State later in the year. The zonal event, originally billed for Nasarawa State, was saved at the last minute […]

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PSG Close in on Super Falcons Star Rasheedat Ajibade

Ihesiulo Grace 16 August 2025 0

Paris Saint-Germain are set to bolster their attacking options with the signing of Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade. Ajibade, 24, is currently a free agent after parting ways with Spanish Liga F side Atletico Madrid in June, when her contract expired. The move to France would see her reunite with fellow Nigerian international Jennifer Echegini, […]

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UFC 319: Du Plessis, Chimaev Battle for Middleweight Title Amid $1B Broadcast Deal

Ihesiulo Grace 16 August 2025 0

The UFC takes centre stage in Chicago this weekend with UFC 319, headlined by a high-stakes middleweight title bout between Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev two of the sport’s most outspoken and dangerous fighters. South Africa’s du Plessis, the reigning champion, will be making his first title defence after a dominant run that saw […]

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Premier League Returns as Liverpool Host Bournemouth in Emotional Season Opener

Ihesiulo Grace 16 August 2025 0

The 2025–26 English Premier League season kicks off today with reigning champions Liverpool welcoming Bournemouth to Anfield in what promises to be both a spectacle of football and a heartfelt occasion. Liverpool, fresh off their record-breaking title run last season, will look to begin their title defence on a strong note under the Anfield lights. […]

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D’Tigress Break Into World’s Top Eight in Latest FIBA Rankings

Ihesiulo Grace 15 August 2025 0

Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, have reached a historic milestone, climbing to 8th place in the latest FIBA Women’s World Rankings their highest-ever position and the first time any African side has entered the global top 10. The team, who moved up from 11th with 640.1 ranking points, cemented their rise after winning a fifth […]

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Tinubu confers national honours on D’Tigress, gives them $100,000 each

Ihesiulo Grace 4 August 2025 0

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has rewarded Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, with the national honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON). The president also gave then cash prize of $100,000, and housing, following their historic win at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Championship. The announcement was made on Monday during a […]

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AfroBasket 2025: Tinubu hails D’Tigress for fifth straight final appearance

Ihesiulo Grace 3 August 2025 0

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated D’Tigress, Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, for reaching the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket for the fifth consecutive time. In a statement issued on Sunday by Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to the president on information and strategy, Tinubu praised the resilience and dominance of the reigning African champions.

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D’Tigress crush Cameroon to book semifinal spot

Ihesiulo Grace 1 August 2025 0

Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, cruised into the semifinals of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket with a dominant 83–47 win over Cameroon in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The defending champions overcame a slow start to stamp their authority on the quarterfinal tie, extending their unbeaten run in Africa to 27 games since 2015. Cameroon opened the […]

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Former Enyimba captain Olorunleke in talks to join Shooting Stars

Ihesiulo Grace 1 August 2025 0

Super Eagles goalkeeper Ojo Olorunleke is close to sealing a return to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) with Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC). The 29-year-old has been without a club since ending his stint with Al-Merrikh of Sudan earlier this year. Olorunleke, a former Enyimba captain who led the Aba side to an NPFL […]

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Tinubu honours Super Falcons with national awards, $100k each for WAFCON triumph

Vincent Afolabi 28 July 2025 0

President Bola Tinubu has conferred national honours on all members of the Super Falcons squad following their historic victory at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). In recognition of their achievement, Tinubu also announced a cash reward of $100,000 to each of the 24 players. Members of the team’s technical crew will receive […]

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Super Falcons head to Aso Rock for Tinubu reception after WAFCON triumph

Ihesiulo Grace 28 July 2025 0

Fresh off their thrilling 3–2 win over Morocco’s Atlas Lionesses, Nigeria’s Super Falcons will be hosted this afternoon at the Presidential Villa by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The reception is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. and will honour the team’s record-breaking 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title—a feat that has reignited national pride and […]

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“You are our strongest ambassadors” — Odumegwu-Ojukwu hails Super Falcons

Ukpono Ukpong 28 July 2025 0

Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, has described the Super Falcons as Nigeria’s “strongest ambassadors” following their historic victory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). In a statement congratulating the team, Odumegwu-Ojukwu praised their stunning comeback against hosts Morocco in the final on Saturday night. The Falcons

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Super Falcons embody Nigeria’s excellence, says Tuggar after WAFCON triumph

Ukpono Ukpong 27 July 2025 0

Yusuf Tuggar, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, has congratulated the Super Falcons following their record 10th title win at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). In a statement released shortly after the team’s 3–2 victory over Morocco in the final, Tuggar hailed the Falcons for their discipline, unity, and resilience—qualities he said reflect the […]

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