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Nigeria to host 50th anniversary of ECOWAS Wrestling Tournament in Abuja
By Olaolu Joseph Nigeria is set to host the 13th ECOWAS African Wrestling Tournament in Abuja from March 6–8, 2025, as part of celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the West African regional body. In collaboration with the National Sports Commission (NSC), the event will be staged at the Velodrome, Package A, of the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, bringing…
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Flying Eagles resume camping for Côte d’Ivoire 2025 on March 10
By Olaolu Joseph Nigeria’s U-20 team, the Flying Eagles, have embarked on a short break following their two-match tour of Côte d’Ivoire last week. Players and officials were given nine days off after arriving from Abidjan on Saturday evening. The team will regroup in Abuja on Monday, March 10. Aliyu Zubairu’s squad won one and lost one of the two…
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2025 President Federation Cup begins with national playoff
This year’s President Federation Cup will kick off on Wednesday, March 5, with playoff matches. According to a statement by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), clubs in both the men’s and women’s categories will battle for spots in the preliminary stage of the competition. While 20 teams will compete in the men’s category, only two teams will face off in…
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NSC partners with Hungarian university on special scholarship for Nigerian athletes
By Olaolu Joseph The National Sports Commission (NSC) has secured a special scholarship partnership with the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE) to provide academic opportunities for Nigerian athletes. The agreement was finalized during a strategic engagement meeting at the NSC headquarters in Abuja, attended by NSC Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko, Director-General Honourable Bukola Olopade, Deputy Ambassador of…
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Lookman on Liverpool, Chelsea, Spurs radar
By Olaolu Joseph Super Eagles and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman has become a prime target for top English Premier League clubs as his departure from the Italian Serie A looks imminent. According to Fichajes, the reigning African Footballer of the Year, who is enjoying a successful career at Atalanta, has caught the attention of top clubs in the EPL. With…
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English FA Cup: Bassey scores as Fulham eliminate Man United on penalties
By Olaolu Joseph Calvin Bassey scored on Sunday night as Fulham knocked out defending champions Manchester United to advance to the FA Cup quarterfinals. The Nigerian international put Fulham ahead in the first half with a well-placed header. However, United equalized, forcing the game into extra time, which remained goalless. Fulham, who also featured Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi, then…
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Nigeria will have world-class facilities within two years – Pinnick
By Olaolu Joseph Former President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and FIFA Council member, Amaju Melvin Pinnick, has unveiled ambitious plans to upgrade Nigeria’s sports infrastructure to meet international standards. Speaking recently, Pinnick confirmed that the NFF is actively working on establishing a world-class technical center for all national teams while also revamping existing facilities. “The federation is developing…
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“I started my career by winning U-20 CAF AFCON” – Taye Taiwo
Twenty years ago, Taye Taiwo, then 20 years old, saw his career take a major turn: a signature at Olympique de Marseille, a continental title with Nigeria, and a FIFA U-20 World Cup where he won the Bronze Ball, behind Lionel Messi and his compatriot John Obi Mikel. Before making a name for himself on the global stage, the left-back…
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NSC DG tasks Aquatic Federation to organize national tourney
By Olaolu Joseph The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade, has commended the Nigerian Aquatic Federation for successfully hosting the first edition of the Swim to the Future Championship, a tournament designed for primary and secondary school children aged 6–14. Speaking at the event, Honourable Olopade emphasized the importance of nurturing young athletes early, aligning…
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PHOTO NEWS: President Tinubu hosts Super Bowl champion Moro Ojomo at State House
Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu on Friday received Moro Ojomo, the Nigerian-born American football star and 2025 NFL Super Bowl champion, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Ojomo, who plays for the Philadelphia Eagles, was accompanied by his family, including his father Ololade, mother Bimbo, and sister Modele. Born in Lagos, the 23-year-old defensive tackle moved to the United States at…
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