The president of the Nigeria Boxing Federation (NBF) Hon. Wale Edun has urged Nigerian boxers to give a good account of themselves in Thursday’s friendly tournament against their Ghanaian counterparts in Accra. Edun gave the charge in his message to the pugilists at the National camp in Lagos on Monday. He encouraged the boxers to stay focused in their training and be worthy ambassadors of the country in their trip to Ghana. In his words: Firstly, I want you all to be conscious of our national flag which you carry, you must do so with pride, the rivalry between Nigeria…
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An influential member of the victorious Team Nigeria to the World Athletics Relays Championship in Botswana, Rosemary Nwankwo, has described her precious ticket to the World Athletics Championships as a major milestone. She stated that competing on such a grand stage and securing the ticket to the World Championship are one of the best things to ever happen to her in athletics. She made this public in an interview with AFN Media Hub in Gaborone, Botswana. To achieve this milestone, Rosemary Nwankwo, had to overcome some hurdles within the team, that of not handling the baton properly could have hampered…
Yusuf Pantami emerged the hero as Doma United edged Inter Lagos 1-0 in a fiercely contested Nigeria National League (NNL) Super Four encounter on Monday night in Ikenne. Under the floodlights of the Remo Stars Stadium, the Savannah Tigers delivered a disciplined and determined performance, with Pantami’s decisive header proving the difference in a match filled with intensity and late drama. The breakthrough came from a well-worked attacking move, as Doma United carved open the Inter Lagos defence before Plantami rose highest to nod home with precision, sending his side into the lead. Both teams battled relentlessly in an end-to-end…
Par: Osabuohien Imuetinyanosa Le FC Porto est officiellement sacré champion du Portugal pour la 31e fois de son histoire prestigieuse, ajoutant un nouveau chapitre doré à l’un des plus grands clubs du football portugais. Les Dragons montrent de la régularité, de la force et un esprit de victoire tout au long de la saison pour reconquérir le titre et confirmer leur place parmi l’élite du football portugais. Les supporters célèbrent un nouveau triomphe inoubliable. Un grand mérite revient au président du club, André Villas-Boas, dont le leadership guide le club vers une nouvelle ère de succès, ainsi qu’à l’entraîneur Francesco…
Relegation Troubles Forced Bayelsa Deputy Governor Out Of Stadium, As Fans Held Coach Eguma Hostage Frankie Omokhua, Enugu Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Peter Akpe, wasted no time to leave the Samson Siasia Stadium in annoyance after Rangers Int’l scored the second goal against Bayelsa United in a Matchday 36 of the Nigeria Premier Football League decided on Sunday. Akpe was immediately accompanied out of the stadium by the Commissioner for Sports, Daniel Igali, and other top government officials before the end of the crucial encounter which sealed Bayelsa United’s relegation to the second division. The Yenagoa-based side will now be…
_NNL, Toptier Sports Unveil Fan Raffle Ahead of Monday’s Title Decider_ The Nigeria National League and its investor, Toptier Sports Management, are raising the stakes for fans as the 2026 NNL Super Four kicks off Monday at Remo Stars Stadium. As part of its fan-engagement drive, the NNL has announced a daily raffle: the first 200 fans to arrive at the stadium on each matchday will receive ₦5,000 cash gifts. The fan reward adds to what is already shaping up as the most exciting NNL Super Four yet. With live football, prize money for clubs, and now cash incentives for…
By Akeem Busari Nigeria’s senior women’s national basketball team, D’Tigress, just concluded a playing tour of the USA, playing against top rated WNBA teams, a first-ever by any African team, in preparations for the FIFA Women’s World Cup, coming up September in Berlin, Germany. The highly rated Nigerian girls played three high profiled games losing against Los Angeles Sparks, Minnesota Lynx and Indiana Fever respectively. Speaking with NBBF media team after the tour, former NBA players agent, board member and chairman of the NBBF marketing committee, Ugo Udezue, waxed lyrical about the chances of the team ahead of the FIBA…
Nigeria Relays Teams Deliver Grit, Records, and Qualification Success Team Nigeria showcased its competitiveness in a thrilling series of performances at the 2026 World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, Botswana, securing major qualifications and delivering standout moments on the international stage. In the women’s 4x100m repechage, the Nigerian quartet of Chigozie Rosemary, Obi Jennifer Chukwuka, Maria Thompson, and Miracle Ezechukwu bounced back strongly from a difficult baton exchange on Saturday. The team clocked an impressive 42.94 seconds to finish second in their heat on Sunday, pushing eventual winners France to the line in a dramatic sprint finish. The French team narrowly…
The organizers of the prestigious Okpekpe International 10km Road Race have announced a one‑week shift in the date of the event, moving it from May 23 to May 30, 2026. According to Pamodzi Sports Marketing, organizers of the historic World Athletics Gold Label race, the adjustment was made to ensure an even more successful outing this year. The new date allows for the completion of enhanced logistical arrangements, including expanded medical coverage, improved security deployment, and additional spectator facilities. Race Director Zack Amodu explained that the change is a proactive step to guarantee the comfort and safety of both athletes…
The Kingsley Awodi Para Powerlifting Open Championship kicked off in Abuja on May 1 with over N5.4 million in prize money set to reward Nigeria’s strongest athletes. Organizers confirmed that 120 podium spots across 20 weight categories will be paid, with winners in each class taking home N100,000. Second place earns N70,000, third gets N50,000, while 4th, 5th, and 6th place finishers will receive N30,000, N15,000, and N7,000 respectively. *Prize Breakdown:* – *1st Place:* N100,000 x 20 categories = N2,000,000 – *2nd Place:* N70,000 x 20 categories = N1,400,000 – *3rd Place:* N50,000 x 20 categories = N1,000,000 – *4th…