Team Nigeria’s squash team has done it again! They brought home the second-place prize from the African Squash Championship in Kampala, Uganda, and we’re all buzzing.. The Schedules *SFA Senior Championship Finals Schedule* *None PSA Finals* 9:30 AM: Ladies Final Neo Phatsima (Zambia) vs Delight Allison (Nigeria) 10:00 AM: Mens Final Kondiwani Nsosa (Zambia) vs Elvis Ngosa (Zambia) *PSA Finals* 11:00 AM: Ladies Final Hayley Ward (South Africa) vs Amina Elrihany (Egypt) 11:45 AM: Mens Final Dewald Van Niekerk (South Africa) vs Mahamed Nasser Abdelmon (Egypt) *None PSA Finals* Ladies Final Neo Phatsima (Botswana) 2 vs Delight Allison (Nigeria) 3.…
Author: ROSEMARY UGIOMOH
By Rosemary Ugiomoh Rggae icon Jimmy Cliff has passed away at the age of 81. The legendary Jamaican singer and actor died due to a seizure followed by pneumonia, as announced by his wife, Latifa Chambers, on social media. Cliff was a trailblazer in the music industry, helping to bring reggae music to a global audience with hits like “Wonderful World, Beautiful People,” “You Can Get It If You Really Want,” and “Many Rivers to Cross.” His music addressed social justice issues, poverty, and politics, inspiring generations with messages of hope and resilience. Born James Chambers on July 30, 1944,…
In a groundbreaking achievement, Nigeria has become the first African nation to compete in the 2-Woman Bobsleigh event at the International Bobsleigh & Skeleton Federation (IBSF) World Cup. This remarkable feat was accomplished by Nigeria’s trailblazing athletes, Simi Adeagbo and Kewe King, who bravely represented Nigeria on the iconic ice track in Cortina D’Ampezzo, Italy. Adeagbo and King’s participation marks a significant milestone not only for Nigeria but for the entire African continent, as they shattered barriers and defied odds to take part in one of the world’s most prestigious winter sports competitions. The duo’s determination, grit, and exceptional athletic…
BY ROSEMARY UGIOMOH The head coach of Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, Rena Wakama, has been recognized by her alma mater, Western Carolina University, for her remarkable contributions to the sport. The prestigious award was presented to her during a special ceremony at the university’s campus in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Wakama’s impressive achievements include making history as the first female coach to lead Nigeria to an AfroBasket Women’s title. Under her guidance, D’Tigress has dominated African basketball, securing back-to-back victories on the continental stage and strengthening the team’s global competitiveness.Speaking at the event, Wakama expressed her gratitude to Western Carolina…
By Rosemary Ugiomoh The Nigeria Customs Service has wrapped up the three-day Customs Partnership for African Cooperation in Trade (C-PACT) Summit in Abuja, with African customs administrations pledging to strengthen cooperation to eliminate non-tariff barriers. The summit, hosted by Customs CG Adewale Adeniyi, brought together customs chiefs, policy experts, and private-sector players to advance the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).The C-PACT initiative will serve as a platform for African customs administrations to share operational experiences and harmonize processes in support of AfCFTA.The summit resolved to strengthen border procedures, improve compliance systems, and reduce non-tariff barriers that…
The immediate past President-General of the Maritme Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN), Comrade (Prince) Dr. Adewale Adeyanju, celebrates the incumbent President-General of Maritme Workers’ Union of Nigeria, Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, who is celebrating his birthday today. The agile and pragmatic PG of MWUN has given me all it takes to lead a big Union like the Maritme Workers’ Union, and I am proud of him without regrets or disappointment of any kind in Comrade Bunu’s leadership, who is my successor, hence, I am gladly celebrating him today without limits or bounds. He’s been a good successor and will continue…
BY ROSEMARY UGIOMOH In a spectacular display of African football excellence, Achraf Hakimi and Ghizlane Chebbak led Morocco’s charge to claim the top honors at the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards 2025 in Rabat. Hakimi was crowned African Player of the Year, while Chebbak took home the Women’s Player of the Year award, making history as Morocco’s first-ever winner.Hakimi’s impressive season with Paris Saint-Germain, which included winning the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Super Cup, French Ligue 1, and Coupe de France, earned him the prestigious award. He beat out strong competition from Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen, becoming the…
BY ROSEMARY UGIOMOH The CAF Player of the Year award is one of the most prestigious individual honours in African football, and this year’s contest promises to be a thrilling one. The top three nominees are Achraf Hakimi, Mohamed Salah, and Victor Osimhen, three of the continent’s brightest stars who have made a significant impact in their respective clubs abroad.Achraf Hakimi, also known as the Moroccan Maestro has had an incredible season with Paris Saint-Germain, winning the Champions League, French League, French Cup, and European Super Cup. His impressive performances have earned him a spot among the top three nominees.…
By Rosemary Ugiomoh The Super Eagles of Nigeria took on Gabon’s Panthers in a thrilling World Cup playoff match at the Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat, Morocco. The match was a nail-biter, with both teams creating chances, but it was Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen who stole the show. The game was intense, with Gabon’s star striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang putting Nigeria’s defense to test. However, the Super Eagles’ goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, made some crucial saves to keep the Gabonese team at bay. Nigeria took the lead in the 78th minute through Akor Adams, who capitalized on a defensive mistake by Gabon. But…
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has established a 13-man Local Organising Committee (LOC) to oversee the inaugural West African Para Games, scheduled to take place in Abeokuta, Ogun State, (Zone A and B) from November 26 to December 4, 2025. This move is in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision to position Nigeria as a premier destination for international sporting events, as outlined in the Renewed Hope Initiative for Nigeria’s Sports Economy (RHINSE). The LOC, chaired by Achakpo Victor, will work closely with the Paralympic Committee of Nigeria (PCN) to ensure the successful hosting of the competition, which promises…