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Rafiu Ladipo backs Shehu Dikko for sports revival
By Olaolu Joseph The founder of the Nigeria Football Supporters Club, Dr. Rafiu Ladipo, has expressed confidence in the resurgence of the country’s national teams under the leadership of Mallam Shehu Dikko as Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC). Speaking during a courtesy visit to Dikko, Ladipo highlighted his belief that Dikko’s leadership qualities would positively impact Nigerian sports,…
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Atalanta to renew Lookman’s contract amid interest from top clubs
By Olaolu Joseph Atalanta are actively pursuing a contract extension for Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, whose current deal runs until 2026. The proposed renewal includes a significant salary increase, reflecting the club’s determination to keep him in Bergamo amid growing interest from top European clubs, including PSG, Manchester United, and Real Madrid. Despite PSG’s concrete attempt to sign Lookman last…
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Bayelsa wins maiden Engr Habu Gumel National Open Weightlifting Championship
By Olaolu Joseph Bayelsa State has once again demonstrated its growing prominence in weightlifting as the state’s contingent emerged victorious at the maiden Engr Habu Gumel National Open Weightlifting Championship held in Abuja on Tuesday. The three-day competition, which ran from Sunday, December 1, to Tuesday, December 3, saw Bayelsa outperform contingents from 17 other states across the country, as…
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NRFF unveils final 28-man squad for 2024 Africa Cup in Tunisia
By Olaolu Joseph The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has officially announced the final 28-man roster for the 2024 Africa Cup, meeting Rugby Africa’s submission deadline. The tournament is set to take place in Tunisia from December 16 to 23, 2024. Nigeria, competing in Pool A, will face Tunisia, Ghana, and Zambia. The top team from Pool A will advance…
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NSC to partner NWF in developing weightlifting – Dikko
By Olaolu Joseph The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Alhaji Shehu Dikko, has disclosed the commission’s commitment to supporting the Nigeria Weightlifting Federation (NWF) in advancing the sport in the country. Dikko made this statement while addressing journalists at the inaugural Engr. Habu Gumel National Open Weightlifting Championship, held at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. The three-day…
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Makinde champions fitness, as education sector wins Inter-Sectoral Football Competition
By Olaolu Joseph Governor Seyi Makinde has urged civil servants in Oyo State to prioritize physical fitness as part of efforts to enhance their overall well-being and productivity. The governor made this statement on Tuesday during the final of the 2024 Oyo State Inter-Sectoral Football Competition, held at the Lekan Salami Stadium. He emphasized the vital role of exercise in…
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NSC DG advocates for unified supporters club to promote interests of sports
By Olaolu Joseph The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade, has called for unity among the various Supporters Clubs in Nigeria to strengthen their ongoing support for the country’s national sports teams. Olopade made this appeal on Tuesday during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the Authentic Nigeria Football and Allied Sports Supporters Club,…
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Lagos rewards victorious women’s football team at National Sports Festival
By Olaolu Joseph The Lagos Women’s Football Team has been financially rewarded for emerging champions at this year’s National Sports Festival held in Asaba, Delta State. The Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) presented cash gifts to the players and officials during a ceremony at its secretariat in Surulere. Speaking at the event, the LSFA Secretary, Akeem Okikioposu, who represented the…
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Dikko promises to unite supporters’ club
By Olaolu Joseph The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has pledged to unify the various sports supporters’ clubs in Nigeria. Dikko assured that this unification would accommodate all interests, fostering a cohesive and robust fan base. “I want us to have one supporters’ club in this country. If you stay together as a broom, it…
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NRFF secures landmark kit partnership with Umbro
By Olaolu Joseph The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF), in collaboration with its global marketing partner Flovale, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with renowned sportswear brand Umbro. This deal designates Umbro as the official kit provider for Nigeria’s national rugby teams, heralding a significant milestone for the sport in the country. As part of the agreement, Umbro will supply high-performance…
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