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Anthony Joshua eyes new opponent as Tyson Fury fight falls through
By Olaolu Joseph Anthony Joshua is seeking a new opponent following the collapse of a highly anticipated bout with British rival Tyson Fury. World Boxing News reports that Joshua is likely to face Martin Bakole next, with the fight potentially taking place in Africa under the patronage of Turki Alalshikh. Joshua has long expressed a desire to fight in his…
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House committee lauds Tinubu on sports budget increase
…assures support for NSC, NFF The Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, Honourable Kabiru Amadu, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for increasing the 2025 sports budget from ₦29 billion in 2024 to over ₦94 billion, representing a 227% increment. Honourable Amadu made this statement on Tuesday during the budget defense session involving the National Sports Commission (NSC), Nigeria…
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2026 National Sports Festival: NSC awards hosting rights to Enugu
By Olaolu Joseph The National Sports Commission (NSC) has taken a significant step forward in preparations for the 2026 National Sports Festival by officially presenting the Letter of Award for hosting the Games to the Enugu State Government on Tuesday. Leading the NSC delegation at the Enugu State Government House, the Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade, commended the administration of…
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CAF postpones CHAN
By Olaolu Joseph The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) announced on Tuesday the postponement of the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, initially scheduled to take place in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, to August 2025. Significant progress has been made in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda regarding the construction and upgrading of stadiums, training fields, hotels, hospitals, and other infrastructure…
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Nigeria’s new sprint sensation, Caleb, dazzles in United States
Nigeria’s track and field sensation, Joshua Caleb, is making waves in the United States, breaking two records in just one week. The University of Alaska Anchorage sophomore was named the United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) Men’s Division II Athlete of the Week. Caleb became the first male athlete from the University of Alaska Anchorage…
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Sports, music can’t give billionaire status, says Anthony Joshua
By Olaolu Joseph Nigerian-born British boxer and two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has shared insights on achieving billionaire status, stating that excelling in sports or entertainment alone is not sufficient. Anthony Joshua, whose net worth is estimated at approximately $83 million (£64 million) as of 2024 according to Forbes, took to Snapchat to share his thoughts. He wrote:“For anyone…
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Again, Tyson Fury says he is hanging up his gloves
By Olaolu Joseph Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has announced his retirement from boxing once again. The 36-year-old Briton, who last fought in December in a losing rematch against Oleksandr Usyk, the WBA (Super), WBC, and WBO champion, has bid farewell to a sport that has defined much of his life. This isn’t the first time Fury has announced…
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Gusau, Dikko promise full support for Chelle
By Olaolu Joseph Newly unveiled Super Eagles coach, Eric Sekou Chelle, has been assured of full support from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the National Sports Commission (NSC). The assurances were given by the NFF President, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, and the NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, during the unveiling ceremony of the tactician in Abuja on Monday. Gusau,…
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Chelle promises to secure World Cup ticket for Nigeria
By Olaolu Joseph Newly unveiled Super Eagles coach, Eric Sekou Chelle, has reiterated his commitment to ensuring Nigeria qualifies for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking after his official unveiling in Abuja on Monday, the former Mali national team coach expressed gratitude to those responsible for his appointment. Chelle, who earned five caps for the Aiglons of Mali during his…
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Revealed: Identity of Eric Sekou Chelle’s assistants
By Olaolu Joseph Newly appointed Super Eagles of Nigeria coach Eric Sekou Chelle will be assisted by three coaches, all his close friends. According to information, the three coaches have all worked previously with Chelle when he was in charge of thr Malian national side and Algerian club side, MC Oran. Interestingly, it was gathered that the trio all played…
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