Sports

NSC leadership: NPFL boss hails President Tinubu

By Olaolu Joseph The Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Honourable Gbenga Elegbeleye, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing technocrats to lead the National Sports Commission (NSC). Speaking during a live television interview, Elegbeleye, a former Director General of the NSC, stated that while the replacement of the Sports Ministry with the NSC is noteworthy, the…

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NSC pledges full support for teenage tennis star Khadijat Mohammed

By Olaolu Joseph In line with its “catch-them-young” initiative, the National Sports Commission (NSC) has pledged support for 15-year-old tennis sensation Khadijat Eleojo Mohammed. Khadijat, the first West or Central African player to win the ITF J30 World Tour, made history by clinching the Dala Tennis title at 14 and successfully defending it this year. Despite her achievements, the financial…

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Nwabali loses mother, 47 days after his father’s demise

By Olaolu Joseph It is certainly not the best of times for Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, who has lost his mother just 47 days after the passing of his father. The 28-year-old suffered the devastating loss of his mother on Wednesday and announced the news on his official Twitter page, writing: “A very, very crazy world indeed. RIP Mom.…

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Scrabble president Engineer Toke Aka unveils busy schedule for 2025

By Olaolu Joseph It is set to be a busy year for Nigeria in the game of Scrabble as the country is scheduled to participate in various tournaments both internationally and locally. This was revealed by the President of the Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF), Engineer Toke Aka, during his review of the just-concluded year 2024 and a preview of 2025.…

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CHAN: Super Eagles B to begin camping Monday

By Olaolu Joseph Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles are expected to begin preparations for next year’s African Nations Championship (CHAN) on Monday. Ahead of the championship, to be hosted by Kenya, Ethiopia, and Uganda, Nigerian football officials are planning an early preparation for the team. If feelers from the football governing body are anything to go by, the CHAN Eagles will…

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JUST IN: Anthony Joshua visits President Tinubu, presents autographed glove

By Kunle Sanni Two-time world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua on Tuesday paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Tinubu at his Lagos residence. This was disclosed in a post on X by Olusegun Dada, Senior Special Adviser to the President on Social Media. According to the post, Joshua presented the president with an autographed boxing glove as a token…

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Top 10 Super Eagles stars who dominated 2024

By Olaolu Joseph Nigerian football witnessed remarkable individual achievements in 2024, complemented by club success and national team milestones. From continental accolades to stellar performances in top leagues, Super Eagles players showcased their exceptional talent on the global stage. Among the highlights, Ademola Lookman was crowned CAF Men’s Player of the Year, following in the footsteps of Victor Osimhen. His…

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Nigeria will excel in sports this year – Tinubu’s aide

By Olaolu Joseph The Senior Special Assistant to President Tinubu on Grassroots Sports Development, Adeyinka Adeboye, has assured Nigerians that 2025 will be a year of greater achievements for the country’s sports sector. In his New Year message, Adeboye expressed confidence that Nigeria will build on its achievements in 2024 by investing more in upcoming and budding grassroots talents who…

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Nigeria’s topflight league goes on break

By Olaolu Joseph The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) board has announced a mid-season break following the completion of the first round of matches. The break, which will last three weeks, will also coincide with the opening of the transfer window, scheduled from January 6 to February 5, 2025. The league is set to resume on January 25, 2025, with…

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CHAN Eagles’ qualification, boost for domestic league development – NSC Chair

By Olaolu Joseph The joy of National Sports Commission (NSC) Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, over the CHAN Eagles’ qualification for CHAN 2025 knows no bounds. To celebrate their 3-1 victory over Ghana in Uyo on Saturday, which secured the ticket, he immediately rewarded the team with ₦10 million. Speaking after the team’s triumph, Dikko reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to growing…

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