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CAF executive committee fixes virtual meeting to discuss African football affairs
By Tosin Omojola The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has scheduled a virtual meeting of its Executive Committee (ExCo) for Thursday, Augus026. The meeting will be chaired by CAF President Patrice Motsepe, with members of the Executive Committee expected to participate remotely. Although the agenda has not been made public, the meeting is expected to consider key issues relating to…
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NPFL unveils new logo, lands euromatch sponsorship
By Tosin Omojola The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has unveiled a new logo as part of efforts to reposition the country’s top-flight competition and usher in a new phase of commercial development. The new identity was unveiled on Wednesday at the Abuja Continental Hotel in Abuja during an event attended by key stakeholders in Nigerian football and representatives of…
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Lagos Exams Board concludes 2026 CBT, reaffirms commitment to credible tests
By Olatomiwa Osho The Lagos State Examinations Board has concluded the 2026 Computer-Based Screening Test, with the Second Run successfully conducted across designated centres. Organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, the exercise was completed in a calm and orderly atmosphere, with officials, technical personnel and security operatives ensuring its smooth conduct. Registrar of the Board,…
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Eagle Online Publisher Dotun Oladipo dies at 56
A veteran journalist and publisher of The Eagle Online, Dotun Oladipo, has passed away at the age of 56. Oladipo reportedly died on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, after he suddenly became unwell. Several accounts reported that the media executive was at his office when he began experiencing health complications. He subsequently decided to drive himself to the hospital but reportedly…
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Bassey disappointed as Chelsea end Fulham’s unbeaten run
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria defender Calvin Bassey was disappointed after Fulham lost 3-2 to Chelsea in the Premier League on Monday. Chelsea handed Fulham their first defeat of the season at Craven Cottage despite a late fightback. Bassey, who captained Fulham, said his side were unlucky but urged them to focus on upcoming matches. “Good fight, unlucky we couldn’t take…
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Fanny Amun resigns as NFF Fact-Finding committee chairman
By Tosin Omojola Ambassador Fanny Amun has resigned as chairman of the Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) fact-finding committee after submitting the panel’s report. Amun announced his resignation after completing the committee’s assignment, saying he decided to vacate the position to avoid any form of “compromise” by remaining in the role after the report had been submitted, according to Brila Media.…
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Super Eagles striker Awoniyi scores, assists in Coventry City win
By Tosin Omojola Taiwo Awoniyi made an instant impact on his first start for Coventry City, scoring and providing an assist as the Sky Blues defeated Plymouth Argyle 4-2 in the second round of the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night. The Nigeria Super Eagles striker needed just three minutes to open his Coventry account before turning provider two minutes later,…
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Abiodun calls for peace, unity, compassion as Muslims celebrate Eid-el-Maulud
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated Muslim faithful in Ogun State and across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid-el-Maulud, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). The Governor described the occasion as an important opportunity for Muslims and all Nigerians to reflect on the exemplary life and teachings of the Prophet, particularly his virtues of compassion,…
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Nigeria advance to second round of Olympic qualifiers
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria have been handed a first-round bye in the upcoming Olympic Games football qualifiers after being ranked among the top 14 teams based on their points tally. The Super Falcons will therefore begin their qualification campaign in the second round, alongside 13 other nations that have also been exempted from the opening stage. The 14 teams granted…
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U-20: Falconets will fight for World Cup glory – Coach Aduku
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team coach, Moses Aduku, has assured Nigerians that the Falconets will give their best to win the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland. The team departed for Poland ahead of the tournament, scheduled to run from September 5 to 27, with Aduku insisting that his players are determined to fight for glory.…
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