Sports

Ooni of Ife hails Karim Adeyemi for humanitarian service

By Olaolu Joseph The Ooni of Ife, His Royal Majesty Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has lauded Borussia Dortmund star Karim Adeyemi for his exceptional humanitarian contributions through the Karim Adeyemi Foundation. The Ooni made these remarks during a visit by the footballer and his family to the palace in Ile-Ife on Wednesday. Welcoming Adeyemi and his parents, His…

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Dikko unveils NSC’s plans to revamp decaying infrastructure

By Olaolu Joseph The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has announced plans to establish Nigeria’s first Sports Infrastructure Development Management Board. Speaking during a television interview, Dikko explained that the creation of the new board is part of the commission’s efforts to address the deterioration of sports infrastructure across the country. He further noted that…

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Super Eagles B team arrives in Uyo for CHAN qualifier

By Olaolu Joseph The Akwa Ibom State Football Association has extended a warm welcome to the Super Eagles B team as they arrive in Uyo to prepare for the decisive second leg of their African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualification match against Ghana’s Black Galaxies. The team touched down in Uyo on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, following a goalless draw in…

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Christmas: NSC DG Olopade calls for collaboration in Nigerian sports sector

By Olaolu Joseph The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade, has urged stakeholders in Nigeria’s sports sector to prioritize unity and collaboration to advance the development of sports in the country. In his Christmas message, Honourable Olopade highlighted the significance of setting aside differences to build partnerships that will transform the sports sector. “Christmas is…

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2024: AFN President Okowa salutes stakeholders, seeks NSC support for 2025

By Olaolu Joseph The President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Chief Tonobok Okowa, has commended all sponsors, partners, athletes, officials, and the media, recognizing them collectively as the AFN’s “Sports Personality of the Year 2024.” He also appealed for support from the National Sports Commission (NSC) to ensure an even more successful 2025. Chief Okowa made these remarks…

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Player’s Union President Tijani Babangida calls for unity among players’ bodies

As 2024 comes to a close, the President of the Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria (PFAN), Tijani Babangida (MON), has urged harmony among the various players’ unions in Nigeria. He emphasized the importance of presenting a unified and formidable front to effectively advocate for the rights and interests of Nigerian players. Speaking on the matter, the former Nigeria international said,…

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CHAN qualifier: Ayanrinde, 4 others join Super Eagles B for Ghana Clash

By Olaolu Joseph Ahead of the decisive second-leg tie of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifier against Ghana’s Black Galaxies, five players have been drafted to strengthen the Nigerian Super Eagles B team. The Super Eagles B, led by coaches Daniel Ogunmodede and Fidelis Dilichukwu, held the Ghanaians to a goalless draw in the first leg played last Sunday in…

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How NPFL can attract investors – Elegbeleye

By Olaolu Joseph The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) can attract investors by upholding transparency, credibility, and ensuring referees are well-motivated to perform at their best, according to Gbenga Elegbeleye, Chairman of the NPFL. Elegbeleye shared this during a roundtable discussion with NPFL reporters in Akure, Ondo State’s capital. He emphasized the league’s commitment to maintaining high standards, ensuring adherence…

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NSC DG Olopade reveals President Tinubu’s commitment to special athletes

By Olaolu Joseph The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade, has revealed that addressing the plight of the country’s special athletes is a key priority for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu under the revamped NSC. Olopade made this statement over the weekend at the final of the first edition of the Elite Wheelchair Basketball Championship, held…

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FG allocates N3bn to support Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup bid

By Olaolu Joseph The Nigerian government has allocated three billion Naira to the newly formed Presidential Support Group (PSG), which will oversee the Super Eagles’ campaign to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. This funding, included in the country’s 2025 budget, will provide financial, administrative, and logistical support to the national team as they aim to revive their faltering qualification…

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