NVBF Releases 14-Man Squad for Zone 3 Nations Cup Qualifiers
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) has officially announced a 14-man Senior Men’s National Team to represent the country at the 2026 CAVB African Nations Cup Zone 3 Qualifiers in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The qualification tournament will take place from July 13 to 19, with Nigeria aiming to secure a place at the […]
WABSU Applauds NFF’s Beach Soccer Board Appointment
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The West African Beach Soccer Union (WABSU) has commended the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for establishing an interim Beach Soccer and Futsal Board, describing the move as a major boost for the growth of the sport in Nigeria and across West Africa. In a statement issued on Sunday, WABSU said the decision […]
Ochei Hails Ogunsakin, Adesina After Historic Wimbledon Run
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF), Rt. Hon. Victor Ochei, has hailed Nigerian tennis stars Seun Ogunsakin and Esther Adesina for their outstanding performances at the 2026 Wimbledon Junior Championships, describing their achievements as a major milestone for Nigerian and African tennis. Ochei said the duo’s exploits on one of tennis’ […]
FCT FA League 2026: Fixtures Out, Kickoff Monday
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) has confirmed that the 2026 FCT FA League will kick off on Monday, July 13, with 24 clubs set to compete across four groups in one of the territory’s biggest grassroots football competitions. FCT FA Secretary, Usman Ilerika, said all arrangements have been concluded […]
FCT FA Backs Neurospark FC’s Push for NPFL Spot
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) has pledged its full support to Neurospark FC as the club begins life in the Nigeria National League (NNL), expressing confidence in its ability to secure promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). The newly promoted side paid a courtesy visit to the […]
NSC Wins Free Commonwealth Games Broadcast, Eyes Sports Economy Boom
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The National Sports Commission (NSC) has secured Nigeria’s free-to-air broadcast rights for the forthcoming Commonwealth Games, a move aimed at giving millions of Nigerians unrestricted access to Team Nigeria’s performances while driving a new era of sports business and media growth. Speaking during a media engagement in Abuja, NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu […]
NILDS DG Calls for Sports Law Reforms, Supports All-Africa Challenge Trophy
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Suleiman Abubakar, has called for stronger legislation and sustainable funding to transform Nigeria’s sports sector, while declaring the institute’s support for the All Africa Challenge Trophy by Ladies Golfers Association of Nigeria. Prof. Abubakar said government, lawmakers and the […]
Ogunsakin Marches Into Wimbledon Semi-finals
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s Oluwaseun Peter Ogunsakin has continued his remarkable run at the 2026 Wimbledon Junior Championships, reaching the boys’ doubles semi-finals to move within one victory of a place in the title match. The 17-year-old, who is partnering Botswana’s Ntungamili Raguin, produced another composed performance as the African duo defeated the sixth-seeded pair […]
France Storm Into World Cup Semi-Finals
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso France became the first team to secure a place in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Morocco 2-0 in Thursday’s quarter-final at Boston Stadium. The opening half ended goalless despite France creating the better chances. Kylian Mbappé was denied from the penalty spot by Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou […]
NVBF Unveils 44-Member Squad for African Junior Championships
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) has invited 44 players to the national training camp ahead of the 2026 African Junior Volleyball Championships in Egypt, with preparations set to begin on Friday, July 10, at the High Performance Centre. The squad comprises 22 players each for the U-19 girls and U-18 boys teams, […]