Sports
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Tinubu appoints Zulu as SSA on Grassroots Sports Development
By Tosin Omojola President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) has appointed Adeboye Adeyinka, popularly known as Zulu, as the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development. Zulu, a seasoned sports administrator, previously served as Special Assistant to the former Minister of Sports, Senator John Enoh. His extensive career also includes working with four different Lagos State Governors in…
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Elegbeleye charges CHAN Eagles to be good ambassadors of NPFL
By Tosin Omojola Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, has congratulated the 30 players called up to camp by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) in preparation for the African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers against Ghana. Head Coach Augustine Eguavoen invited the players as part of preparations to ensure the qualification of the Super Eagles B…
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Eguavoen invites Rabiu Ali, 29 others for CHAN qualifier against Ghana
By Tosin Omojola Head Coach Augustine Eguavoen has invited 30 players to camp as the Nigeria Football Federation renews its commitment to ensuring the Super Eagles B qualify for next year’s African Nations Championship (CHAN) finals. The 8th edition of the CHAN tournament, exclusively for footballers playing in their home country’s domestic leagues under standard contracts, is scheduled to take…
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56 feared dead as refereeing decision sparks violence in Guinea
By Tosin Omojola A controversial refereeing decision triggered violence and a deadly crush during a soccer match in southeast Guinea, leaving 56 people dead, according to a provisional government toll announced on Monday. The tragedy occurred during the final match of a tournament held in honor of Guinea’s military leader, Mamady Doumbouya, at a stadium in Nzérékoré, one of the…
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Over ₦9 million to be won at All Stars Mega Badminton Championship
By Tosin Omojola The stage is set for a historic moment in Nigerian badminton as the All Stars Mega Badminton Championship kicks off on December 11, 2024, in Abuja. With over ₦9 million in cash prizes, this groundbreaking tournament promises to redefine the sport in Nigeria, offering the largest payday in its history. The men’s singles champion will take home…
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How CAF Award winners are decided
By Tosin Omojola The 2024 edition of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards is in the spotlight, with discussions and predictions about the potential winners of these prestigious honors gaining momentum. Renowned for celebrating Africa’s finest football talents, the CAF Awards consistently captivate audiences across the continent. This year’s edition, scheduled for December 16 in Marrakech, Morocco, promises to…
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Ekiti Gov Cup 2024: Governor Oyebanji, dignitaries to attend grand finale
By Tosin Omojola Excitement is building across Ekiti State as preparations peak for the grand finale of the Ekiti Governors Cup 2024, scheduled for Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the iconic Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, Ado-Ekiti. This year’s climax promises to be an unforgettable spectacle, with Christ School, Ado-Ekiti, facing Efon Alaaye High School in what is expected to be a…
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NSC, NFF to decide future of Super Eagles’ coach in new week
By Tosin Omojola The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the National Sports Commission (NSC) are scheduled to hold a crucial meeting this week to decide the future of the Super Eagles’ head coach. This development comes after former international Augustine Eguavoen successfully guided the team to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Eguavoen, who stepped in as caretaker…
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AMGA: Tinubu reaffirms commitment to Nigeria’s security, ECOWAS stability
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to eradicating security threats and violent crimes in Nigeria. He also emphasized his resolve to stabilize the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and promote peace across Africa in his capacity as Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government. The President made this declaration on Saturday…
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Nigeria emerges overall winner at 2024 AMGA
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria’s Armed Forces dominated the 2024 Africa Military Games, finishing at the top of the medals table with an impressive haul of 234 medals as the competition concluded on Saturday night. Team Nigeria won 114 gold, 65 silver, and 45 bronze medals across 21 sports. Algeria, the next host nation, finished second with 96 medals, comprising 53…
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