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Super Eagles goalie under investigation for betting scandal
By Olaolu Joseph Super Eagles and Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is under investigation for a betting scandal and could face a ban from all competitions if found guilty. According to reports from Messaggero Veneto, Okoye allegedly bet on receiving a yellow card during a match against Lazio on March 11, 2024. He was booked for time-wasting in the 64th minute…
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NPFL unveils Prostar match ball for 2024/2025 season second round
By Olaolu Joseph The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) has officially unveiled the Prostar match ball as the exclusive ball for the second round of the 2024/2025 season. This announcement was made in a circular issued by NPFL CEO Davidson Owumi to all club chairmen and general managers, marking a significant step in the league’s quest for excellence and professionalism.…
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NFF to strengthen partnership with mini-football team
By Olaolu Joseph The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has initiated efforts to collaborate with Nigeria’s mini-football team, aiming to establish a strategic partnership that will mutually benefit both entities. This initiative aligns with the NFF’s broader commitment to advancing football development and governance across Nigeria. On Friday, representatives of the mini-football team visited the NFF headquarters in Abuja, where they…
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Super Falcons determined to reclaim WAFCON title – Oshoala
By Olaolu Joseph Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala has reassured fans that Nigeria’s women’s national team is committed to reclaiming its position as the dominant force in African football by winning the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title. Speaking during a Twitter Space session (formerly X) hosted by Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo, Oshoala emphasized the team’s determination…
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NSC boss Dikko calls for coordination among school sports associations
By Olaolu Joseph The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has emphasized the need for proper coordination among organizers of school sports games. Dikko made this appeal during an engagement meeting with the Nigeria School Sports Federation (NSSF). In his words:“We need to get school sports right. When we talk about elite sports, school sports is…
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Bereaved Nwabali back in training with Chippa United
By Olaolu Joseph Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has returned to training with his club, Chippa United. The Nigerian international had been out of action after being granted leave by the club following the death of his mother. The AFCON silver medalist resumed training with his teammates after a two-week absence. The South Africa-based Super Eagles goaltender expressed excitement at…
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7 former Super Eagles players who are billionaires
By Olaolu Joseph These Super Eagles legends are redefining success long after their playing days.Football in Nigeria has produced generations of remarkable talents who have brought glory to the nation. However, life after retirement is often fraught with challenges, as many ex-players grapple with financial instability and limited opportunities. Amid these struggles, some Super Eagles legends have rewritten their stories,…
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African boxers storm Lagos for inaugural WBC Amateur Boxing Championship
By Olaolu Joseph Amateur boxers from across Africa are set to gather in Lagos, Nigeria, for the maiden edition of the Yucateco World Boxing Council (WBC) Amateur Boxing Championship. The championship is scheduled to take place at the Centre of Excellence, Lagos, from February 6 to 8, 2025. Organizers of this historic event, Yucateco Boxing Promotions—Africa’s leading boxing organization—have chosen…
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Nigeria league ranked 13th best in Africa
By Olaolu Joseph The Confederation of African Football has made its latest ranking of the various league on the continent’ known. In the latest ranking released by the African football organisers, the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) was rated as the 13th best. North Africa enjoys the top rating in the latest ranking of donestic leagues on the continent. According…
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NSC DG Olopade hails Enugu Governor’s leadership, strides
By Olaolu Joseph The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade, has commended the Executive Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency Peter Mbah, for his visionary leadership and transformative achievements since assuming office. In his remarks, Hon. Olopade praised Governor Mbah for steering the state toward progress and development. “It’s obvious to all that Enugu is…
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