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NFF invites US-based forward Chioma Okafor to Super Falcons’ WAFCON camp
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has strengthened the Super Falcons’ squad ahead of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) by extending an invitation to United States-based forward, Chioma Okafor. Okafor, who plays for the University of Connecticut, is expected to join the Falcons’ training camp in Lisbon on Friday, June 20. According to a letter from the NFF,…
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NSC applauded as Team Nigeria shines at Para Grand Prix in Tunisia
The Para-Olympics Committee of Nigeria (PCN) has attributed the recent success of Team Nigeria at the Para Grand Prix in Tunisia to the unwavering support from the National Sports Commission (NSC). These were the remarks of PCN President, Sunday Odebode, as he celebrated the performance of the country’s para-athletes. Nigeria finished second overall out of 42 countries that participated in…
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Kenya to host CHAN 2024 grand finale
By Olaolu Joseph – The grand finale of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) will be held in Kenya on August 30, 2025. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Thursday officially released the schedule for the 19-team tournament, designed exclusively for players who compete in their domestic leagues. The championship, which has experienced multiple postponements, will be co-hosted by…
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NFF President decries exclusion of Nigerian referees from international tournaments
By Olaolu Joseph President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has expressed concern over the continued exclusion of Nigerian referees from major international football tournaments. Speaking on the issue Wednesday in Abuja, the NFF boss acknowledged the challenges but also pointed to the progress being made to reverse the trend. “Whenever I open the internet and…
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NFF to meet Super Eagles in Lagos ahead of World Cup qualifiers
By Olaolu Joseph With the date for the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers fast approaching, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is not leaving anything to chance in ensuring that Nigeria’s flag is hoisted at the mundial. One of the steps being taken by the football governing body is a planned meeting with players and officials of the Super Eagles. According…
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CAF launches $1.6m ‘Impact’ fund to enhance African football development
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has launched a new financial support initiative, CAF Impact, aimed at strengthening the financial capacity of its member associations, including the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). CAF, in a statement released, said the new program was unveiled as a strategic move to enhance transparency, accountability, and effective fund utilization across Member Associations and Zonal Unions.…
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NFF President Gusau reaffirms commitment to grassroots football revival
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON), has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to grassroots football development, describing it as the foundation for sustainable growth of the sport in Nigeria. Gusau made the statement on Wednesday at the monthly Nigeria National League (NNL) Awards Ceremony in Abuja. He emphasized that just as no one can build…
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AFN names Gabriel Okon as Technical Director
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has constituted its technical committee, with Gabriel Okon appointed as the Technical Director. The appointment of the former sprinter, who now serves as the South-South representative on the new board, was announced by AFN President, Chief Tonobok Okowa, during their inaugural meeting on Friday. Okon, who replaces Samuel Onikeku, will head the seven-member technical…
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13th Women AFCON: NFF launches Mission X campaign for Super Falcons
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has launched a media campaign, nicknamed Mission X, to mobilize and galvanize Nigerian football fans at home and in the diaspora in support of the Super Falcons’ quest for a 10th Africa Women Cup of Nations title in Morocco next month. With nine titles from 12 editions of the tournament since the Confederation of African…
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NPFL Chairman to be inducted into National Development Hall of Fame
Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Board, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, is among distinguished Nigerians to be honoured at the inaugural National Development Hall of Fame. The prestigious ceremony is designed to recognize individuals whose contributions have significantly impacted national growth and transformation. Elegbeleye will be inducted alongside other notable figures, including Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo,…
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