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Former NRA President, Tade Azeez passes on

By Olaolu Joseph The Nigerian football circle has once again been hit hard by the demise of a top administrator, Alhaji Tade Adegboyega Azeez. The late Tade Azeez, the immediate past president of the Nigeria Referees’ Association (NRA), was confirmed dead on Friday. Family sources confirmed the death of the football administrator par excellence, who served meritoriously in Nigerian football.…

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Team Nigeria ends African Weightlifting Championship with medal haul

Team Nigeria has wrapped up its participation at the 2025 African Senior Weightlifting Championship in Moka, Mauritius, with a stunning haul of 18 medals—13 gold, 4 silver, and 1 bronze—cementing its status as a continental powerhouse in the sport. Nigeria’s final day of competition saw Sarah Ovayioza deliver a show-stopping performance in the women’s 76kg weight class, lifting a combined…

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NSC boss reiterates President Tinubu’s commitment to sports development

By Olaolu Joseph Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has reiterated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to sports development through partnerships with various organisations. Mallam Dikko made this known while hosting a delegation from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), led by the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed. During the meeting, Dikko stated that the NSC was…

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Flamingos set for World Cup spot in Blida showdown

Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, are on the brink of securing a spot in the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup as they prepare for the final leg of their qualifying match against Algeria in Blida on Friday night. The Flamingos hold a commanding 4-0 advantage from the first leg, played in Nigeria, and are optimistic about advancing to…

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Nigeria’s Eniola Bolaji wins 2024 Africa Women in Badminton Award

Paralympic bronze medalist Eniola Bolaji has been named the recipient of the 2024 Africa Women in Badminton Award (AWIBA), in recognition of her outstanding achievements and inspiring journey in para-badminton. The prestigious award was presented during the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) Annual General Meeting held on Thursday in China. Bolaji, a multiple-time African champion, becomes the second Nigerian to receive…

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Nigeria tops medal table at African Weightlifting Championship in Mauritius

Team Nigeria is making a bold statement at the ongoing African Senior Weightlifting Championship in Mauritius, topping the standings with seven gold, four silver, and one bronze medal as the event reaches its climax. Rafiatu Lawal (59kg) and Didih Onome (55kg) led the charge, each claiming three gold medals in their respective weight categories. Lawal, a 2022 Commonwealth Games gold…

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NFF threatens referees with 10-year ban over match-fixing concerns

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has issued a stern warning to referees and stakeholders across all levels of the domestic game, declaring zero tolerance for match manipulation and unethical conduct. As the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Nigeria National League (NNL), and Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) enter critical phases—and with the Nationwide League One (NLO) kicking off on Wednesday,…

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Liverpool inches from glory as Arsenal draw against Crystal Palace

Arsenal delayed Liverpool’s Premier League title celebrations after being held to a 2-2 draw by Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday. Goals from Jakub Kiwior and Leandro Trossard were not enough to earn the UEFA Champions League semi-finalists all three points, as Palace twice came from behind to snatch a draw—practically ending Arsenal’s slim hopes of overtaking the…

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NSC DG encourages Nigerian weightlifters with cash support in Mauritius

Nigeria’s contingent at the 2025 African Weightlifting Championship in Mauritius has received a significant financial boost, as the Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, personally donated $3,800 to athletes and officials of the team. The DG, currently in Moka, Mauritius to support and motivate the team, made the donation during a meeting with athletes and…

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Iquaibom confident of medal haul for Nigeria at African Weightlifting Championship

A member of the Technical Committee of the Weightlifting Federation of Africa (WFA), Lawrence Iquaibom, has expressed confidence that Nigeria’s weightlifters will excel at the ongoing African Weightlifting Championship in Moka, Mauritius. The recently re-elected WFA Technical Committee member affirmed that the country’s lifters had top-notch preparation for the championship. Based on their previous performances, he expects Nigeria to finish…

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