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NPFL: Remo Stars extend lead, Rivers Utd strengthen continental hopes
Matchday 29 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered thrilling encounters across various venues, with Remo Stars maintaining their push for a historic league title and Rivers United boosting their continental aspirations. Remo Stars stay on course for maiden NPFL title Remo Stars continued their impressive run with a 2-0 victory over Heartland at the Remo Stars Stadium in…
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NSC hails performance of Nigerian badminton team at Spanish international tournament
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has applauded the Nigerian contingent at the 2025 Spanish Parabadminton International following an impressive outing that saw the team secure a gold and a bronze medal in Toledo, Spain, on Sunday. Paralympic medallist Eniola Bolaji continued her dominance, winning her second gold medal in two weeks with a commanding 2-0 (21-7, 21-10) victory over Turkey’s…
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Para-badminton: Eniola Bolaji wins gold again, sets African record in Spain
World number two Eniola Bolaji has reinforced her dominance in para-badminton SL3, securing her second gold medal in two weeks. The Paralympic bronze medallist defeated Turkey’s Halime Yildiz 2-0 (21-7, 21-10) in the women’s final at the Spanish Para-Badminton International 2025 in Toledo, Spain, on Sunday, March 16, 2025. Bolaji began her campaign with a 2-0 (21-15, 21-8) victory over…
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Eniola Bolaji targets second gold in Spain, eyes World Championship spot
After winning gold at the Spanish Badminton International in Vitoria, Spain, Paralympic medallist Eniola Bolaji is aiming for another title as she competes in the tournament’s second phase in Toledo. Determined to achieve back-to-back victories, she said, “My goal is to stand on the podium again. I won it last year, and I want to win it this year.” Bolaji…
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Morocco 2025 WCQ: Flamingos beat South Africa to reach final round
Nigeria secured a 5-1 aggregate victory over South Africa in the penultimate round of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers, advancing to the final round scheduled for next month. Two-goal heroine from the first leg, Harmony Chidi, nodded home from a tight angle in the 37th minute, further complicating matters for the visitors, who had lost the first leg…
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God’s Blessing College triumphs in Oyo State Basketball Championship
God’s Blessing Comprehensive College, Yemetu, Ibadan, has emerged victorious in the Oyo State Inter-Secondary Basketball Championship, with the male team clinching the title. In a thrilling final match, the Coach Kolapo Aminu-led team secured a hard-fought 26-23 victory against International School, University of Ibadan, after displaying resilience and tactical excellence. With this triumph, God’s Blessing Comprehensive College’s male team has…
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Oluremi Tinubu named Grand Patron of 2025 African Women’s Volleyball Championship
Kunle Sanni First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has been named Grand Patron for the 2025 African Women’s Volleyball Championship, set to take place in April. Speaking at the State House, Abuja, during a courtesy visit by officials of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the National Sports Commission (NSC), Senator Tinubu reaffirmed that women have a place in all spheres of…
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Osimhen hails Augustine Eguavoen’s exceptional leadership traits
By Olaolu Joseph Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has showered praise on former interim coach Augustine Eguavoen, lauding his exceptional leadership and player-first approach as the team transitions into a new chapter under incoming boss Eric Chelle. Speaking on Mikel Obi’s latest podcast, the Napoli striker took a moment to honour Eguavoen’s impactful tenure, crediting him with fostering a culture…
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Gov Abiodun endorses South West Games 2025
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has endorsed the South West Games 2025, hailing the tournament as a groundbreaking initiative set to unlock vast opportunities for youth empowerment, talent discovery, and sustainable socio-economic growth in the region. Governor Abiodun made this declaration while receiving members of the Organising Committee at the State House in Oke Mosan, Abeokuta. In recognition of…
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Ekiti Govt approves N2bn for Oluyemi Kayode Stadium renovation
The Ekiti State Government, under Governor Biodun Oyebanji, has approved N2,002,062,725.83 for the construction of a standard synthetic turf football pitch and the comprehensive renovation of Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ado-Ekiti. This initiative aligns with the administration’s vision to leverage sports for talent discovery, youth empowerment, and economic growth while upgrading the state’s sporting infrastructure to global standards. The renovation…
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