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Again, Oleksandr Usyk beats Tyson Fury to retain titles
By Olaolu Joseph Oleksandr Usyk once again triumphed over Tyson Fury, securing a unanimous decision victory in their highly anticipated rematch on Saturday night in Saudi Arabia. The Ukrainian fighter retained his unified heavyweight world titles, solidifying his status as a generational great with another close points win. The victory marks the second time Usyk has defeated Fury, having handed…
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Dikko seeks SWAN’s support for NSC’s new direction
The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has called on the Sports Writers’ Association of Nigeria (SWAN) to support the commission’s efforts to reposition the sports sector. He believes SWAN has a crucial role to play in actualizing the commission’s vision.Dikko made this appeal while hosting a delegation from SWAN’s Abuja chapter, who visited him to…
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How Fufu boosted my stamina – Ademola Lookman
By Olaolu Joseph Newly crowned Africa’s Best Player, Ademola Lookman, has revealed how Nigeria’s local dish, fufu, played a significant role in improving his stamina and overall performance.The Super Eagles and Atalanta striker recounted how his mother introduced him to the Nigerian delicacy and how it transformed his physical abilities.“Growing up in the U.K., I was used to eating a…
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CHAN qualifier: Super Eagles B Team arrive in Accra for Black Galaxies clash
By Joseph OlaoluThe Super Eagles B team touched down in Accra on Friday, fully prepared for the crucial first-leg CHAN qualifying match against Ghana’s Black Galaxies, scheduled for Sunday.The 18-man squad, accompanied by their coaches and officials, are staying at the Lancaster Hotel, Accra.On Saturday, the team is set to hold a light training session at the Accra Sports Stadium,…
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Safe Stadium Initiative: CAF commends NFF, charges participants to be change agents
Olaolu Joseph The first-ever CAF Safe Stadium Initiative Workshop in Nigeria came to a close in the Federal Capital, Abuja on Thursday. The workshop drew participants from diverse sectors, including the 20 Nigeria Premier Football League clubs and was impactful for the participants, as they acquired new skills and knowledge of how to safeguard and protect lives and properties within…
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8th CHAN qualifiers: Rabiu Ali, Manyo, Alimi, 15 others to tackle Black Galaxies
Olaolu Joseph Stand-in Head Coach Daniel Ogunmodede has picked ageless warhorse Rabiu Ali, wing-back Sadiq Ishmael, centre-back Stephen Manyo, midfielders Musa Zayyad and Jide Fatokun, and forwards Anas Yusuf and Sikiru Alimi in an 18-man roster for Sunday’s 8th African Nations Championship qualifying match against Ghana’s Black Galaxies in Accra. The gaffer also picked goalkeeper Henry Ozoemena, defender Victor Collins…
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National Sports Festival shifted to allow Games reflect new vision of Nigerian sports, says Olopade
Olaolu Joseph The Joint Technical Committee for the 22nd National Sports Festival, Ogun 2024, has approved an adjustment of the Games’ dates to allow the multi-sports event reflect the new direction of sports in the country and also provide more time for the implementation of recommendations made during the joint technical meeting. According to a communiqué jointly signed by the…
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Ajagba, Usyk, Fury, Joshua make list of top 10 heavyweight boxers
Olaolu Joseph Renowned French publication L’Equipe has rated Nigerian heavyweight boxer Efe Ajagba as one of the world’s top boxers for the outgoing year. Ranking the best boxers globally can be challenging due to the distinct rankings maintained by the four major boxing federations. However, L’Equipe has consolidated the hierarchy to curate its top 10 boxers ahead of Saturday’s World…
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WAFU B U-17 Girls’ Cup: Flamingos beat Benin Republic to set up Nigeria/Ghana final showdown
Olaolu Joseph Nigeria and Ghana will battle for the ultimate prize in the inaugural WAFU U-17 Girls’ Cup on Sunday – incidentally, the same day the home-based senior men clash in Accra in the first leg of the 8th African Nations Championship qualifying fixture pitting both countries against each other. On Thursday night, in the second semi-final of the WAFU…
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Motorsport: NSC engages ATCN to catch them young
Motorsport is not a popular sport in Nigeria, but the National Sports Commission is working hard to change that perception. To boost the future of motorsport in the country, the commission is collaborating with the Automobile and Touring Club of Nigeria (ATCN), motorsport governing body in Nigeria to discover fresh talents. After a strategic meeting with ATCN delegation led by…
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