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Facts you need to know about Nigeria’s football legend – Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha

Born on August 14, 1973, in Enugu, Nigeria, Augustine Azuka “Jay-Jay” Okocha began his football journey on the local pitches of Enugu State. As a promising youth player, Okocha made early waves with his hometown club before chasing his dreams abroad. Enugu Rangers, the club where he made his early mark, also produced other Nigerian legends like Taribo West and…

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Samuel Chukwueze builds ₦465m mansion for father, empowers community

AC Milan and Super Eagles star Samuel Chukwueze has honoured his family and community in Abia State with a series of generous acts. He unveiled a luxurious ₦465 million nine-bedroom mansion for his father, Reverend John Chukwueze, in their hometown of Umu Chimaelu, Okoko Item. The emotional ceremony celebrated Samuel’s gratitude and success despite the family’s difficult past. Beyond the…

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Celebrating MKO Abiola, the pillar of sports development in Nigeria, by Tobi Ajewole

Today, June 12, 2025, as Nigeria celebrates Democracy Day, it is fitting to reflect on the enduring legacy of Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola—not only as a political icon but also as a transformative figure in Nigerian sports. Known as the “Pillar of Sports in Africa,” Abiola’s contributions to sports development, particularly in football, continue to resonate across the nation…

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NPFL boss warns against unauthorized use of league branding

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has again condemned the deliberate flouting of its naming rights by unscrupulous corporate organizations and their collaborators. The Chairman of the NPFL, Otunba Gbenga Elegbeleye, made the observation following the announcement of the Eunicell Boot Award for the highest goal scorer in the just-concluded 2024/25 season. The NPFL helmsman noted that while the league…

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NSC boss hails appointment of Philip Shuaibu as NIS DG

The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for what he described as a “bold, strategic, and visionary appointment” of His Excellency Comrade Philip Shuaibu as the new Director-General of the National Institute for Sports (NIS). Speaking at the NSC Headquarters in Abuja while officially receiving Comrade Shuaibu on his…

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NPFL orders clubs to upgrade stadia ahead of 2025/26 season

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has directed all clubs to upgrade key infrastructure at their home stadiums ahead of the upcoming 2025/26 season. This directive comes just weeks after the conclusion of the 2024/25 campaign, which ended with Remo Stars securing their maiden league title. With the new season scheduled to kick off in August, the NPFL has emphasized…

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AFN board strengthened after zonal elections in Abuja

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has strengthened its Executive Board following the successful completion of the South East and North West zonal elections on Wednesday at the Media Centre of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. Overseen by Honourable Bukola Olopade, Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), the elections saw Mr. Festus Okorie secure the South East…

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AFN election: Delegates arrive in Abuja as Okowa eyes re-election

Delegates and newly elected board members of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) have begun arriving in Abuja ahead of the highly anticipated presidential election scheduled for this Thursday. Originally planned for May 31 in Asaba, Delta State, the election date and venue were changed to June 12 in Abuja following advice from the National Sports Commission. The move aimed…

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NFF President Gusau declares objectives achieved with Unity Cup, Russia friendly

Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON), President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has expressed satisfaction with the federation’s recent activities involving the Super Eagles. Over the past 12 days, the team participated in the Four-Nation Unity Cup Tournament in London and played a friendly match against Russia’s senior national team in Moscow. Gusau confirmed that the NFF has successfully met…

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WAFU A & B U-20 Boys Tournament suffers postponement

By Olaolu Joseph The maiden edition of the West African Football Union (WAFU) A & B U-20 Boys Cup of Nations, originally scheduled to hold in Ghana between June 15 and 30, 2025, will no longer take place as planned following the official postponement of the tournament. The postponement was conveyed by the host, the Ghana Football Association (GFA), via…

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