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School sports development: Lagos trains games Masters/Mistresses in cricket fundamentals
By Tosin Omojola The Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) organized a three-day clinic, “Train the Trainers,” for Games Masters and Mistresses in both public and private schools. The program aims to deepen the foundation of school sports development, providing Games Masters, Mistresses, and Physical Education teachers with hands-on knowledge in the fundamentals of cricket. The training, held at the University…
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Handball Tournament: Flight delay forces Nigeria/Zambia match reschedule
By Tosin Omojola The Nigeria versus Zambia match, initially scheduled for Saturday at the IHF Trophy Africa Men’s Continental Phase in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, has been postponed to Sunday due to travel delays. The Nigerian National Under-18 Men’s Handball Team, led by Coach Emeka Nnamani, was set to depart for Addis Ababa on Friday from the Murtala Muhammed International Airport…
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Dominican Republic 2024: Nigeria’s Flamingos ranked 5th best
By Tosin Omojola The Nigerian Flamingos finished fifth in the 2024 U-17 Women’s World Cup held in the Dominican Republic. With two matches left to conclude the tournament on Sunday, the team led by Bankole Olowookere earned 9 points, scoring 9 goals and conceding 3, making them the highest-ranked of the four teams that exited at the quarterfinals among the…
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As NSC Chairman, I’ll aim to revitalize Nigerian sports — Dikko
By Tosin Omojola Mallam Shehu Dikko, the new Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), has shared his plans to transform Nigerian sports by adopting a fresh, business-oriented approach. Speaking on TVC News Network, Dikko emphasized that it won’t be “business as usual,” acknowledging the high expectations to rejuvenate sports across the country. “I’ve worked with multiple Sports Ministers and…
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Eguavoen considers formation shift after Ajayi injury blow
By Tosin Omojola Super Eagles’ interim manager, Augustine Eguavoen, may need to adjust his team’s formation following an injury to key defender Semi Ajayi. Nigeria is set to face Benin Republic and Rwanda in their final AFCON 2024 Qualifying matches this month, but they will be without Ajayi, who suffered a hamstring injury while playing for West Bromwich Albion. The…
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Nigeria tennis umpires to hold AGM, election of new leadership Saturday
By Tosin Omojola The Nigeria Tennis Umpires Association (NTUA) will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and elective congress on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Over 50 umpires are expected to attend the event, which will take place at 9:00 AM in the tennis section of Package B, Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. According to NTUA Public Relations Officer Chukwunonso Nwabueze,…
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Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi ventures into music
By Tosin Omojola Best known for his exceptional skills on the football pitch, Alex Iwobi is now setting his sights on the music scene. The Fulham midfielder and Nigerian international, already a household name in sports, aims to use both his athletic and musical platforms to inspire young people. With a mission to uplift and empower, Iwobi’s dual passions are…
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3rd Governor Douye Diri National Wrestling Classics promises glamour – Igali
By Tosin Omojola As the 3rd Governor Douye Diri National Wrestling Classics kicks off this weekend, Honourable Daniel Igali, President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, has promised that this year’s tournament will feature even more glamorous activities than in previous years. Igali made this statement during an appearance on Radio Bayelsa 97.1 FM, a Yenagoa-based station, on Friday. He emphasized…
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NPFL players are technically sound – Eguavoen
By Tosin Omojola Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen has praised the players in the domestic league, highlighting their technical abilities. Eguavoen observed 35 invited players competing for spots in the Super Eagles Team B, also known as the CHAN Eagles, as they prepared for the 2025 CHAN qualifier against Ghana. The former international, fondly referred to as Cerezo, shared…
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Official: Manchester United confirm Ruben Amorim as new manager
By Tosin Omojola Manchester United has officially appointed Ruben Amorim as their new head coach. The 39-year-old Portuguese manager, currently in charge of Sporting Lisbon, will transition to Old Trafford on November 11. Amorim’s contract with United will last until June 2027, marking an exciting new chapter for both the club and the highly-rated coach. Amorim arrives with a strong…
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