NSC Appeals to Ofili: “Come Home, We’re Ready to Support You”
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to Nigerian sprint star Favour Ofili, urging her to return to the national team after World Athletics denied her request to switch allegiance. Director General of the NSC, Bukola Olopade, made the appeal while addressing journalists in Abuja, stressing that the country remains […]
Enugu Set to Host 2026 Sports Festival in November
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Enugu is ramping up preparations to host the 2026 National Sports Festival, as the National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially confirmed the event timeline for what is branded the Coal City Games. The Director General of the NSC, Bukola Olopade, announced that the opening ceremony will take place on November 27, with […]
NWFL Suspends Two Players Over Post-Match Violence
By Arinzechi chukwunonso The Nigeria Women Football League has handed two-match suspensions to Teslimot Balogun of Pacesetter Queens and Busari Suliyat of Ekiti Queens following a post-match altercation after their Matchday 15 fixture in Ado Ekiti. The decision was announced in a statement signed by the league’s Media Director, Samuel Ahmadu on Thursday April 16, […]
Late Goals, Tight Battles Define NWFL Matchday 15
By Arinzechi chukwunonso Matchday 15 of the Nigeria Women Football League Premiership delivered late drama, narrow wins and closely contested fixtures, as the race for top spots intensified across centres. In Lagos, Robo Queens secured a 2-0 victory over Abia Angels with two late goals. Rodiat Yusuf opened scoring in the 86th minute, while Opeyemi […]
Nigeria Sweep Titles at IHF Zone 3 Championship
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s youth handball teams stamped their authority on the regional stage with a remarkable double victory at the IHF Trophy Africa Zone 3 Phase, held in Lomé, Togo at the weekend. The Under-18 side delivered a dominant performance in the final, overpowering Ivory Coast 32–19 to secure the title. Displaying composure, structure, […]
Sports Entrepreneurship: Odedede to Headline ABU Career Lecture
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso A player in Nigeria’s sports business ecosystem, Godspower Odedede, is set to deliver a keynote address at the 3rd Career Lecture organised by the Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria in Kaduna state. Odedede, Chief Executive Officer of G-O(DE)3 Sports Consult Ltd, will speak on “Career Opportunities […]
Super Sand Eagles Draw Tough Opponents in Four-Nation Tournament
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Beach Soccer National Team, the Super Sand Eagles, have been handed a challenging draw ahead of an upcoming four-nation international tournament, as they continue preparations for future global competitions. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed via its official X account that Nigeria will face regional rivals Ghana alongside European heavyweights […]
NBSL Postpones Round Two of 2026 Season
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Beach Soccer League (NBSL) has announced the postponement of Round Two of its 2026 season, which was initially scheduled to hold from April 10 to 12. According to the league management, the decision was taken in collaboration with the Kaduna State Government and the Kaduna State Beach Soccer Association to […]
Morocco 2026 Qualifiers: Busari Unveils 36-Player Flamingos Squad
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed a 36-player squad for the Under-17 girls’ national team, the Flamingos, as newly appointed Head Coach Akeem Ishola Busari begins preparations for the second round of the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. Busari, who recently took over from Bankole Olowookere, has selected a balanced […]
Nnadozie Voices Frustration as Super Falcons’ WAFCON Preparations Remain Unclear
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has publicly expressed dissatisfaction with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) over what she describes as inadequate preparations for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Nnadozie, who plays club football for Brighton & Hove Albion, made her feelings known via an Instagram story shortly after the […]