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NSC boss Dikko promises collaboration with organized private sector
By Tosin Omojola Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Malam Shehu Dikko, has announced plans to establish a strategic partnership and network of collaboration with the organized private sector, including the Office of the Nigeria Pillar of Sports. Malam Dikko made this statement on Friday in Abuja during a courtesy visit to his office by the Nigeria Pillar of…
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Nigeria table tennis star Offiong Edem retires after two decades
By Tosin Omojola Nigerian women’s table tennis icon, Offiong Edem, has announced her retirement from the national team after an illustrious and uninterrupted 20-year career. The 37-year-old star made this announcement on Thursday via her social media platforms, marking the end of two decades of proudly representing Nigeria and winning numerous honors at major tournaments. In her heartfelt statement, Edem…
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AFCON qualification: Lawmaker commends Super Eagles
By Tosin Omojola The Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, Honourable Kabiru Amadu, has congratulated Nigeria’s senior national team, the Super Eagles, for securing qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The Super Eagles’ qualification was confirmed on Thursday following Libya’s 1-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali, which guaranteed Nigeria one of the top two…
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Tinubu appoints Olopade as Director General of NSC
By Tosin Omojola President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bukola Olopade as the Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC). Olopade is an experienced sports administrator with extensive expertise in the field. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the 2024 National Sports Festival and has previously held the position of Commissioner for Youth…
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Osimhen scores 23rd goal to equal Odegbami’s record
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria clinched a spot in the Africa Cup of Nations finals for the 21st time after a 1-1 draw with Benin Republic in Abidjan on Thursday. The match kept the Cheetahs’ qualification hopes uncertain, but the spotlight was on Victor Osimhen, whose 81st-minute header not only secured Nigeria’s position as group leaders but also brought him level…
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Osimhen rescues Nigeria as Super Eagles seal AFCON 2025 ticket
…NSC boss Dikko hails Eagles By Tosin Omojola The Super Eagles of Nigeria secured a 1-1 draw against Benin Republic on Thursday night, with Victor Osimhen delivering the crucial equalizer. The result not only ensured Nigeria’s unbeaten run under coach Augustine Eguavoen but also solidified their position as Group D winners in the 2025 AFCON qualifying series. Having already booked…
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Nigeria, four more nations book AFCON finals tickets
By Tosin Omojola The Super Eagles of Nigeria have secured their spot in the 2025 African Nations Cup finals, set to be hosted by Morocco. This achievement came after Libya’s 1-0 victory over Rwanda on Thursday at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, which ensured Nigeria would finish atop Group D. With 11 points after their 1-1 draw against Benin Republic,…
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AFCON Qualifier: Osimhen, Lookman lead Super Eagles against Benin
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have revealed their starting lineup for the crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin on Thursday. The match is set to hold in Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny, Abidjan by 8pm Nigerian time. Goalkeeper Nwabali will take charge between the posts, providing a reliable presence at the back. In defence, Osho, captain Ekong, Bassey, and Aina…
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NSC Chairman pledges support for All-African Military Games in Abuja
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, visited Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), in Abuja on Wednesday. During the visit, Dikko expressed appreciation for the CDS, whom he described as “an elder brother,” and recalled their longstanding friendship and shared alma mater in Kaduna State. Dikko highlighted the role of sports in…
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Super Eagles poised to secure AFCON 2025 ticket
By Tosin Omojola Three-time African champions Nigeria are on the brink of qualifying for the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final tournament if they can defeat the Cheetahs of Benin Republic in a Matchday 5 encounter in Abidjan on Thursday. The Super Eagles, currently riding high with 10 points from three wins and a single draw (a Matchday 2…
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