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Lookman among final five nominees for African Player of the Year award
By Tosin Omojola Ademola Lookman is on track to be crowned the African Footballer of the Year at the upcoming CAF Awards, with the ceremony scheduled to take place in Rabat, Morocco, on December 16, 2024. The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has officially revealed the Top Five nominees in each of the Men’s Categories for the 2024 edition of…
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AFCON qualifiers: Rwanda stun Super Eagles in Uyo
By Tosin Omojola The Super Eagles of Nigeria suffered a surprising 2-1 defeat to Rwanda on Monday night in Uyo, during their final 2025 AFCON qualifier. The result marked Rwanda’s first-ever victory over Nigeria at the senior international level. Despite the disappointing home loss, the Super Eagles still topped Group D with 11 points from six matches, securing their spot…
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Sports:President Tinubu to revolutionize NPFL
By Tosin Omojola President Bola Tinubu is poised to transform the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) through a partnership with global sports broadcasting giant IMG. Following the Super Eagles’ loss to Ivory Coast in the AFCON 2023 final, Tinubu initiated consultations with football experts from FIFA, CAF, and other stakeholders. These discussions led to a unanimous recommendation for IMG’s involvement…
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Osun Intercollegiate Games 2024 unveils official beverage partner
By Tosin Omojola Seven-Up Bottling Company (SBC), one of Africa’s leading beverage manufacturers, has been announced as the official beverage partner for the 2024 Osun Intercollegiate Games. This landmark partnership was formalized recently through an agreement with Ace Sports Global Management Limited, organizers of Nigeria’s premier collegiate sports festival. The announcement has been warmly received by both parties. Olayiwola Olafiranye,…
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Falcons to discover group opponents, as CAF holds 2024 WAFCON draws on Friday
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria’s Super Falcons will learn their group-stage opponents for the 2024 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) during the official draw scheduled for Friday, November 22. The event, set to begin at 8 p.m. local time (7 p.m. GMT), will be broadcast live on major TV networks across Africa and internationally. Fans can also follow the…
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Depleted Super Eagles ready to face Rwanda in ‘dead rubber match’
By Tosin Omojola The Super Eagles are set to take on the Wasps of Rwanda on Monday in their final match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Despite the game being a dead rubber, Coach Augustine Eguavoen has declared the team ready to finish the campaign on a high note, even in the absence of three key players.…
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Aso Rock delegation to cheer Super Eagles against Rwanda
By Tosin Omojola As the Super Eagles of Nigeria prepare to face the Amavubi of Rwanda in the final round of the 2025 AFCON qualifiers, Uyo is set to become a hub of activity. Top dignitaries from Aso Rock and across the country are expected to converge on the city to support the team. In a demonstration of his steadfast…
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Behold Nigeria’s top 10 all-time scorers
By Tosin Omojola Victor Osimhen netted his 23rd goal for the Super Eagles in the AFCON qualification match against Benin Republic on Thursday, November 14. This remarkable feat places him alongside the legendary Segun Odegbami as Nigeria’s joint second-all-time top scorer. Throughout its illustrious football history, Nigeria has been home to several iconic players. Below is the list of the…
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Sports is key to youth development, national growth, says Lagos Speaker Obasa
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has emphasized the pivotal role of sports in enhancing the country’s economy, enriching youth, and boosting businesses. He made the statement on Friday evening at the launch of the second edition of the Obasa Games 2024, a youth-focused sporting event aimed at fostering unity among young people…
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Eguavoen excuses bereaved Nwabali from Rwanda clash
By Tosin Omojola Super Eagles Head Coach Augustine Eguavoen has excused first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali from Monday’s final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against the Amavubi of Rwanda in Uyo, following the bereavement of his father. Team Administrator Dayo Enebi Achor confirmed the development, stating, “He has been excused from the game. However, the player will come to…
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