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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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CHAN qualification key to NPFL growth, says Ogunmodede

By Olaolu Joseph Super Eagles Team B coach, Daniel Ogunmodede, believes that securing a spot in the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) will significantly enhance the domestic league, the players, and indigenous coaches. Ogunmodede expressed satisfaction with the goalless draw achieved by his team against Ghana’s Black Galaxies in Sunday’s first-leg encounter. He emphasized that qualifying for the 2024 CHAN…

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WAFU B U17: Ghana edges Nigeria on penalties to claim trophy

By Olaolu Joseph Hosts Ghana emerged as champions of the inaugural WAFU B U17 Girls’ Cup on Sunday, defeating Nigeria 5-4 in a thrilling penalty shootout at the Ghanaian Centre of Excellence in Prampram, near Accra. The final match came on the same day that senior home-based professionals from both countries failed to score in an African Nations Championship qualifier…

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CHAN qualifier: Nigeria, Ghana play goalless draw in Accra

By Olaolu Joseph The final qualifying fixture between Nigeria and Ghana for the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) remains finely balanced after a goalless draw in the first leg at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday. Ghana’s Black Galaxies dominated the first half with several chances but were unable to break through the Super Eagles’ resolute defense, led by Captain…

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Nigeria, Ghana clash in CHAN, U-17 finals today

By Olaolu Joseph For the umpteenth time this year, Nigeria and Ghana reignite their storied football rivalry on Sunday in a high-stakes doubleheader. The Super Eagles B will lock horns with the Black Galaxies in the first leg of their CHAN 2024 qualifiers, while the Flamingos clash with Ghana’s U-17 girls in the final of the inaugural WAFU B U-17…

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Again, Oleksandr Usyk beats Tyson Fury to retain titles

By Olaolu Joseph Oleksandr Usyk once again triumphed over Tyson Fury, securing a unanimous decision victory in their highly anticipated rematch on Saturday night in Saudi Arabia. The Ukrainian fighter retained his unified heavyweight world titles, solidifying his status as a generational great with another close points win. The victory marks the second time Usyk has defeated Fury, having handed…

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Dikko seeks SWAN’s support for NSC’s new direction

The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has called on the Sports Writers’ Association of Nigeria (SWAN) to support the commission’s efforts to reposition the sports sector. He believes SWAN has a crucial role to play in actualizing the commission’s vision.Dikko made this appeal while hosting a delegation from SWAN’s Abuja chapter, who visited him to…

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How Fufu boosted my stamina – Ademola Lookman

By Olaolu Joseph Newly crowned Africa’s Best Player, Ademola Lookman, has revealed how Nigeria’s local dish, fufu, played a significant role in improving his stamina and overall performance.The Super Eagles and Atalanta striker recounted how his mother introduced him to the Nigerian delicacy and how it transformed his physical abilities.“Growing up in the U.K., I was used to eating a…

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CHAN qualifier: Super Eagles B Team arrive in Accra for Black Galaxies clash

By Joseph OlaoluThe Super Eagles B team touched down in Accra on Friday, fully prepared for the crucial first-leg CHAN qualifying match against Ghana’s Black Galaxies, scheduled for Sunday.The 18-man squad, accompanied by their coaches and officials, are staying at the Lancaster Hotel, Accra.On Saturday, the team is set to hold a light training session at the Accra Sports Stadium,…

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