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Abia Govt. names school boxing medals after late Obisie Nwankpa
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia, Dec. 12, 2025 The Abia Government has announced that the State Secondary School Unity Games medals…
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Eagles who made CAF Eleven By Emeka Obasi
Gangling Rashidi Yekini was the first Nigerian to be voted Player of the African Nations Cup and Top scorer at…
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Abia Soccer Fest concludes first phase with 17 LGA champions
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia, Dec. 12, 2025 The Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the Abia Soccer Fest says the first…
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North Africa favours Super Eagles – Ohanaeze Ndigbo
As Super Eagles prepare for their eighth African Nations Cup adventure in North Africa, there is cheery news from the…
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NNPC concludes 14th annual sports fiesta in Abuja
By Aderonke Ojo Abuja, Dec. 6, 2025 The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd. on Saturday concluded the 14th edition…
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Ghana against England, Croatia in 2026 World Cup draw
By Victor Okoye Abuja, Dec. 5, 2025 Ghana may have landed one of the toughest African draws for the 2026…
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Super Eagles Captain, William Troost-Ekong, announces retirement from international football
Super Eagles Captain, William Troost-Ekong, has announced his retirement from international football after a long and successful career with Nigeria.…
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Nigeria name 55-man provisional squad for AFCON in Morocco
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has released a 55-man provisional squad for the 35th Africa Cup of Nations, taking…
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Sprint legend, Mary Onyali, inspires Gombe athletes at 2nd Prudential Sports award
Attah Willie, Gombe Nigerian Sprint legend, Mary Onyali, was among high profile sports personalities who inspired young athletes in Gombe…
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Rivers United suffer late heartbreak as Berkane snatch 2–1 win in Uyo
Rivers United were left shocked on Friday night after RS Berkane scored two late goals in stoppage time to win…
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Ibom Air airlifts Akwa United to Lagos for Ekiti Clash
Akwa United FC have been airlifted to Lagos by club sponsors, Ibom Air, as they continue their journey to Ekiti…
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CAF Champions League: Nigeria’s Rivers United suffer embarrassing loss in Cairo as group stage begins
Nigerian club Rivers United opened their CAF Champions League group-stage campaign on a disappointing note, falling 3–0 to holders Pyramids…
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Super Eagles rise in FIFA ranking despite World Cup miss
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have climbed three places to 38th in the latest FIFA world ranking, despite their failure to qualify…
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Full list of winners as CAF announces 2025 Award recipients
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the winners of the 2025 CAF Awards, celebrating the continent’s finest achievements…
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Sanwo-Olu congratulates Wahid Oshodi on re-election as ITTF Vice President
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the President of the African Table Tennis Federation (ATTF), Wahid…
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Peter Obi writes letter to Super Eagles (read full text)
Our dear Super Eagles, I know how deeply yesterday’s outcome weighs on each of you. When you wear the green…
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Tinubu commends Super Eagles, urges team to prepare for African Nations Cup
President Bola Tinubu has commended the Super Eagles for putting up their best efforts towards qualifying for the FIFA World…
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Fidelity Bank boosts gymnastics development with Gymfest Championship 2.0 sponsorship
Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reiterated its commitment to youth empowerment by serving as the headline sponsor of…
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Super Eagles’ Coach accuses DR Congo official of ‘Voodoo’ during penalty shootout loss
Nigeria head coach, Éric Chelle, has claimed that a DR Congo official performed “voodoo” rituals during the penalty shootout in…
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Nigeria crash out of 2026 World Cup play-off 3-4 on penalties
By Victor Okoye Abuja, Nov. 17, 2025 Nigeria exited the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification race on Sunday after a…
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Super Eagles thrash Gabon 4–1 to stay in World Cup hunt
Nigeria’s Super Eagles produced a dominant extra-time display to crush Gabon 4–1 on Thursday evening in Rabat, keeping their hopes…
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Falconets crowned WAFU B Champions after dominant win over Ghana
Nigeria’s U20 women’s team, the Falconets, were crowned West Africa’s new champions after a commanding 3–0 victory over Ghana’s Black…
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CAF, PUMA unveil official match ball for TotalEnergies AFCON Morocco 2025
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF), in partnership with global sports brand PUMA, has officially unveiled the match ball for…
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Abia Govt. reaffirms support for cricket revival, promises standard pitch
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia, Nov. 8, 2025 The Abia Government has pledged renewed support for the revival of cricket in…
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Okocha credits Germany for shaping his football career
By Victor Okoye Abuja, Nov. 9, 2025 Former Super Eagles captain and midfield maestro, Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha, has credited his…
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