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Ajibade, Nnadozie, Edo Queens among nominees for 2024 CAF Awards
By Tosin Omojola The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the nominees for the Women’s category of the 2024 CAF Awards, with Nigerian players and coaches featuring prominently. Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie earned two nominations, including Women’s Player of the Year, where she is listed alongside her compatriot Rasheedat Ajibade. In the Coach of the Year category, three…
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Nigeria ahead of UK in food, football legends, fashion —Taiwo Awoniyi
By Tosin Omojola England-based Nigerian professional footballer, Taiwo Awoniyi, has stated that Nigeria surpasses the United Kingdom in several aspects, including food, football legends, fashion, music, and weather. The Nottingham Forest striker made these remarks in a recent interview with Livescore. “Nigeria has better food and more iconic football legends than the UK,” Awoniyi confidently asserted, highlighting the rich cultural…
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Organizers unveil logo for 2024 Oyo State GSM U-20 Football League in Ibadan
By Tosin Omojola The Oyo State Football Association, under the leadership of the Alakinyele of Akinyele, HRM Oba James Odeniran, in collaboration with Peculiar Ultimate, unveiled the logo for the 2024 Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde (GSM) U-20 Football League on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, in Ibadan. Highlighting the vision behind the sponsorship, Mr. Lekan Adeleke, who represented the Chairman…
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Govs Makinde, Adeleke, others to celebrate Felix Owolabi’s 70th birthday
By Tosin Omojola Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, and Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, are set to lead a host of dignitaries, sports icons, and Nigerian football legends in celebrating the 70th birthday of Dr. Felix Owolabi Akinloye, a former Green Eagles star. The milestone celebration will honor Dr. Owolabi-Akinloye’s outstanding contributions to Nigerian football, reminiscing on his…
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NFF hosts IMG team to discuss football development in Nigeria
By Tosin Omojola The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has hosted a delegation from the globally acclaimed International Management Group (IMG), signaling a commitment to enhancing Nigerian football at all levels. The visit, aimed at fostering collaboration, included representatives from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). The IMG team, led by Robyn Cox, Managing Director for Africa, included notable figures such…
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NFF mourns veteran journalist Dapo Sotuminu
By Tosin Omojola The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of veteran journalist Dapo Sotuminu, who died in Lagos on Wednesday morning following a brief illness. In a statement, NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, described Sotuminu’s demise as a significant loss to the sports journalism community and Nigeria’s football ecosystem. “This is really shocking.…
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NIS, Osun FA seal coaches training pact
By Tosin Omojola The National Institute for Sports (NIS), Lagos, has entered into a partnership with the Osun State Football Association to train local coaches. The agreement, signed on Wednesday at the NIS headquarters in Lagos, will kick off with the first batch of 100 coaches in Osogbo during the second week of December. Speaking at the signing ceremony, NIS…
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Lagos SWAN mourns tragic loss of veteran journalist, Dapo Sotuminu
By Tosin Omojola The Lagos State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (Lagos SWAN) is in mourning following the tragic passing of one of its vibrant members, Dapo Sotuminu. Sotuminu passed away on Wednesday morning after a brief illness, leaving the journalism and sports community in shock. Expressing his grief, Lagos SWAN Chairman, Debo Oshundun, described the loss…
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Man Utd joins race for Ademola Lookman with €100m bid
By Tosin Omojola Manchester United has reportedly submitted a €100 million bid for Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes. The Atalanta star is also attracting interest from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), which has made a similar offer, setting up a competitive race for the 27-year-old’s signature. Lookman has been a standout performer in Serie A this season, showcasing…
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NWF hails appointment of Olopade as NSC DG
By Tosin Omojola The Nigeria Weightlifting Federation (NWF) has commended the appointment of Honourable Bukola Olopade as the Director-General of the Nigeria Sports Commission (NSC), describing it as a positive step toward revitalizing Nigerian sports under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a congratulatory message on Tuesday, NWF President Dr. Ibrahim Abdul described Olopade’s appointment as well-deserved, affirming…
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