NRFF, NIS Collaborate To Strengthen Rugby Development
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has taken a major step towards advancing rugby development in the country by opening discussions with the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Lagos, on a strategic partnership focused on coaching education, technical development and grassroots participation. The initiative is expected to boost the quality of coaching […]
Spain Beat Argentina to Win 2026 FIFA World Cup
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Spain were crowned FIFA World Cup champions for the second time after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in a gripping final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, bringing the curtain down on a memorable 2026 tournament. Having dominated possession and dictated the pace for much of the encounter, La […]
Nigeria Finish Zone 3 Volleyball Qualifiers Unbeaten
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s senior men’s volleyball team completed a flawless campaign at the 2026 African Nations Cup Zone 3 Qualifiers in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, after defeating Burkina Faso 3-0 in their final match to finish the tournament unbeaten. The Nigerian side dominated the encounter, claiming a straight-set victory of 25-17, 25-23, 25-22 to record […]
Nigeria Women Earn Historic Billie Jean King Cup Promotion
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s women’s tennis team has secured a historic promotion to the Billie Jean King Cup Europe/Africa Zone Group II after defeating hosts Botswana 2-1 in a thrilling promotional play-off in Gaborone. The Nigerian side laid the foundation for victory through the impressive Success Ogunjobi, who continued her outstanding form with a commanding […]
Nigeria qualify for AFCON, Oladipupo targets podium finish
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s men’s volleyball head coach, Taiwo Oladipupo, has set his sights on a podium finish at the 2026 African Nations Cup after the team sealed qualification for the continental championship in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. Speaking after Nigeria’s successful campaign at the CAVB Zone 3 Qualifiers in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, Oladipupo […]
AGC Suspension Costs Nigeria 2026 Golf Championship Hosting
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s dream of hosting the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) has suffered a major setback following the suspension of the Nigeria Golf Federation (NGF) by the Africa Golf Confederation (AGC) over unpaid statutory affiliation fees, throwing the country’s golf administration into crisis. The prestigious women’s amateur golf championship was scheduled to […]
Nimrod Eyes Volleyball Nations Cup Glory, Olympic Ticket
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Engineer Musa Nimrod, has urged stakeholders to unite behind the country’s men’s volleyball team as it prepares for the 2026 African Nations Cup finals in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Nigeria secured its place at the continental championship after an unbeaten run at the Zone […]
Unbeaten Nigeria Volleyball Team seals African Nations Cup Ticket
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s men’s volleyball team has secured qualification for the 2026 African Nations Cup after extending their unbeaten run to four matches with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Benin Republic at the ongoing Zone 3 Qualifiers in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The win confirms Nigeria’s place at the continental championship, scheduled to hold in […]
Nigeria Beat Togo 3-1, Extend Unbeaten Volleyball Qualifying Run
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria continued their dominant run at the 2026 African Nations Cup Volleyball Qualifiers Zone 3 with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Togo on Thursday at the Palace de Sports Treichville in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The Nigerian side maintained its unbeaten record in the tournament after claiming the contest 25-17, 22-25, 25-15, 25-17, […]
Argentina Edge England to Reach World Cup Final
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Argentina produced a stunning late comeback to defeat England 2-1 and secure a place in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, keeping alive their dream of successfully defending the title they won in Qatar four years ago. The defending champions looked to be heading out of the tournament after England […]