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NSC backs D’Tigress for World Cup opener against South Korea
By Tosin Omojola The National Sports Commission (NSC) has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s D’Tigress as they begin their FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup campaign against South Korea in Berlin later today. The African champions will be hoping to start their campaign on a winning note when they face their Asian opponents, with revenge on their minds after losing to the…
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Eaglets face Niger Republic, Côte d’Ivoire in WAFU B
…as Flamingos draw Ghana, Togo, Niger Republic By Tosin Omojola Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets have been drawn in Group B of the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Championship scheduled to take place in Burkina Faso. The five-time FIFA U-17 World Cup champions will face Niger Republic and Côte d’Ivoire in the group stage of the regional tournament. Hosts Burkina Faso, Ghana, Togo…
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Eaglets, Flamingos set for WAFU B draws, eye favourable opponents
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets and Flamingos will on Thursday, September 3, discover their opponents as the West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B conducts the draws for its U-17 boys’ and girls’ competitions in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. The draws, scheduled for the Stade du 04 August, will determine the group-stage pairings and pathways for the two Nigerian sides…
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Lagos sports boss meets mother after viral video alleging athlete’s neglect
By Damilola Akinwale Lagos State Sports Commission Director-General, Lekan Fatodu, has met with the mother of a young Lagos squash athlete over allegations that lapses by two government agencies contributed to her daughter’s disqualification from a competition. Mrs. Oshodi had appealed to the Lagos State Government in a viral video on Tuesday to strengthen policies against personnel who demand cash…
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NSC, FIFA chart new path for Nigerian football
By Tosin Omojola The National Sports Commission (NSC) on Tuesday met with FIFA President Gianni Infantino at FIFA headquarters in Zurich to discuss reforms, governance and development pathways for Nigerian football. The Nigerian delegation, led by NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko, explored ways to strengthen collaboration and build a more sustainable football system. Infantino said the discussions focused on institutional and…
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Purported FIFA letter on Nigeria is fake, says NFF
By Tosin Omojola The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has denied reports that FIFA demanded clarification over alleged government interference in its affairs. In a statement on Tuesday, the NFF described a purported FIFA letter circulating in the media as fake, adding that FIFA had already accepted the resignations of former NFF officials. The denial came as National Sports Commission officials…
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Sanwo-Olu inaugurates 44 sports association chairmen, tasks them on talent development
By Adeola Ogunrinde Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday inaugurated 44 chairmen of sports associations in the state, charging them to strengthen grassroots development, identify emerging talents and create sustainable pathways for athletes to attain national and international success. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony at Lagos House, Ikeja, Sanwo-Olu described the appointments as a significant step toward repositioning sports…
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UI honours former Oluyole LG Chairman Olaosebikan with sports award
By Adejayan Gbenga The University of Ibadan has honoured a former Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Kehinde Olaosebikan, with the “Iconic Friend of the University of Ibadan Sports Academy” award for his contributions to the development of the academy. The award was presented to Olaosebikan on Tuesday at the headquarters of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-Kehinde Olaosebikan Grassroots Movement in…
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Chelle names Ozebagbe, Ortega as Olympic Eagles assistants
By Tosin Omojola Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has appointed Bright Osehai Ozebagbe and Deniran Ortega as his two assistant coaches for the Nigerian Olympic team. Chelle, who also doubles as head coach of the Olympic Eagles, described Ozebagbe and Ortega as two of Nigeria’s brightest young coaches with impressive profiles, expressing his delight at working with them. Ozebagbe…
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Saka fires Arsenal to narrow Aston Villa win
By Tosin Omojola Bukayo Saka scored the only goal as Premier League champions Arsenal secured all three points with a narrow victory over Aston Villa. The England international slid the ball into a near-empty net from Riccardo Calafiori’s cutback, producing the first shot on target of the match. Villa came close in the first half when Emiliano Buendia’s effort struck…
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