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By Philip Yatai Kaduna, June 5, 2023 UNICEF says it is mobilising resources to improve access to quality education by poor and vulnerable children in Kaduna State. UNICEF Country Representative in Nigeria, Ms. Cristian Munduate, stated this in Kaduna on Sunday during the annual UNICEF Access Bank Charity Shield Polo …

The Flying Eagles of Nigeria were on Sunday June 4 knocked out of the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup by South Korea. In a game that lasted 120-minutes at the Santiago Del Estredo in Argentina, Nigeria dominated proceedings but failed to convert any of the chances created. As early as …

Nigeria and South Korea will battle for a last-4 spot at the 2023 FIFA WORLD Cup when they meet in today, Sunday,June 4, 2023’s quarter-final. A stunning 2-0 win over Argentina sent Nigeria through to this stage while South Korea were 3-2 victors of Ecuador in their last round. Two …

By Florence Onuegbu Lagos, June 3, 2023 Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Saturday described Arsenal’s Busayo Saka as his favourite player in the English Premier League side. Sanwo-Olu, who met with Saka at the Lagos House, Marina, expressed on his Facebook page excitement at receiving his own signed …

Members of the Interim Management Committee (IMC), officials of GTI Asset Management Group and some representatives of clubs By Aderonke Ojediran Lagos, June 2, 2023 The Interim Management Company (IMC) in partnership with GTI Asset Management Group on Friday conducted a draw for the Super Six championship playoffs and unveiled …

Nigeria will face South Korea in the quarter-final of the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup ongoing in Argentina. To reach the quarterfinal, the Flying Eagles of Nigeria defeated tournament hosts Argentina by two unreplied goals in the round of 16 on Wednesday May 31. Goals from Ibrahim Muhammad and Haliru …

Abuja, June 1, 2023 Nigeria eliminated host nation Argentina as goals from Ibrahim Muhammad and Rilwanu Haliru Sarki sent the six-time champions out of the FIFA Under-20 World Cup on Wednesday. On an incredible night in western Argentina, the Flying Eagles pulled out every trick in the book to defend …

The Interim Management Committee of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has announced date for the 2022/23 Champions super six Play-offs. According to a release by the IMC, the draws will hold on Friday, June 2 at the corporate headquarters of GTI Group, Official partners to the NPFL. Head of …

Nigeria eliminated host nation Argentina as goals from Ibrahim Muhammad and Rilwanu Haliru Sarki sent the six-time champions out of the FIFA U20 World Cup at the Round of 16 on Wednesday. On an incredible night in western Argentina, the Flying Eagles pulled out every trick in the book to …

Super Eagles and Napoli of Italy striker Victor Osimhen has celebrated the conferment of National honour on him by the Nigerian Government. The 24-year-old soccer star was recognized and honoured with the Member of the Order of the Niger (MFR) award by the Federal Government of Nigeria over the weekend …

London, May 29, 2023 Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed new manager of English side Chelsea Football Club on a two-year deal. The former Tottenham Hotspur coach, who has been out of work since leaving Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) last year, will take over from interim boss Frank Lampard. Lampard oversaw his …

Two goals in the closing minutes of the first half was enough for Brazil to defeat Nigeria and finish top of group D at the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Jean Pedroso headed home the first goal from a corner-kick in the 43rd minute before Marquinos shot through the legs …

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has praised the smooth conduct of ongoing elections into the Football Associations in a number States of the Federation, saying that it is pleased that almost all those who have conducted their polls have gone about the business responsibly and with character and integrity. Speaking …

  It is a dream come true for coach Emmanuel Biodun Tanko, head coach of Father O’Connell Science College, Minna, Niger State, as his team defeated their counterparts from Government Secondary School, Karu, FCT in the final of the boys’ category in the just concluded Central Conference of the MILO …

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles came from a goal down to defeat a stubborn Dominican Republic U-20 team in their Group D opener at the 2023 U-20 World Cup competition in Argentina. The Flying Eagles were tipped as favourites against the Carribean debutants in their group stage opener. The U-20 Eagles controlled …

Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau has denied knowledge of reports linking the country with search for a new Super Eagles Head Coach. As reported on multiple media platforms, Nigeria is in search of a new coach ahead of the expiration of the contract of the current coach, …

Nottingham (UK), May 21, 2023 Manchester City were confirmed as English Premier League champions for the fifth time in six seasons on Saturday without even having to kick a ball. This was after second-placed Arsenal’s challenge ended in defeat away at Nottingham Forest. Arsenal, who enjoyed an eight-point lead over …

Manchester (UK), May 18, 2023 Manchester City were perfectly prepared with the right mix of calmness and tension for their Champions League semi-final against Real Madrid, manager Pep Guardiola said on Wednesday. The English champions dismantled the holders 4-0 with a ruthless display to secure a 5-1 aggregate win. The …

Rivers United FC on Monday defeated Sunshine Stars 1-0 to seal a spot in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) Super Six. The game, a rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League tie took place on Monday May 15, 2023, at the Adokiye Amasiemaka Stadium in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. HOW IT …

Barcelona,May 14, 2023 FC Barcelona claimed their 27th LaLiga title on Sunday after two first-half goals from Robert Lewandowski spurred them to a 4-2 thrashing of city rivals Espanyol. Barca moved to 85 points from 34 matches and extended their lead to an unassailable 14 points over second-placed Real Madrid. …

Taiwo Awoniyi scored a brace for a second straight game to help Nottingham Forest to a 2-2 draw against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. Awoniyi headed Forest in front at Bridge after an error by Chelsea goalie Eduoard Mendy allowed the Nigerian striker opportunity to head into an empty …

The Nigeria Wheelchair Basketball Federation (NWBF) team has departed Lagos, Thursday, enroute Accra for the 2023 International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF) African Para Games qualifier. This year’s International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF) African Para Games qualifiers will take place from 12th to 14th May in Accra, Ghana. The Nigerian contingent …

Nigeria U-17 Eaglets on Thursday May 11, 2023 suffered a 1-2 loss to Burkina Faso in the quarter-final of the ongoing AFCON in Algeria. As consequence for losing, Nigeria will miss the 2023 FIFA World Cup while also exiting the tournament. The Golden Eaglets were sent packing from the AFCON …

Government Day Science Secondary School Jalingo in Taraba State and General Murtala Mohammed College, Yola, in Adamawa State, won in the boys’ and girls’ categories, respectively at the first regional conference of the 23rd MILO Secondary Schools Basketball Championship. Nestlé Nigeria’s MILO Secondary School Basketball Championship has been promoting the …

Madrid, May 10, 2023 Kevin De Bruyne netted a stunning equaliser with a rasping low strike to give Manchester City a 1-1 draw against Real Madrid on Tuesday. In their UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg, the Manchester City midfielder powered home from distance in the 67th minute. That was after …