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Bet9ja Foundation Ex-Internationals Cup: Nieketien Edge Udeze, Babington Overcome Dominic, Alloy Stun Oloyede

Our Reporter — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:43:45 +0000

The Round of 16 for the 2026 Bet9ja Foundation Ex-Internationals Cup has concluded in Lagos, finalizing the quarter-finalists after a matchday characterized by tactical discipline, thrilling moments, and a crucial penalty shootout. At Gospel City, FC Okpara progressed with a 0-0 draw against FC Elahor. The match featured limited clear scoring chances as both teams […]

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NAGAFF National President Ezisi Bestowed With Pro- Wrestling Africa Grand Patron Award

Our Reporter — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:33:42 +0000

..Pledges Support To Professional Wrestling President of National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders ( NAGAFF), High Chief Tochukwu Ezisi Thursday, added another feather to his cap, when he was bestowed with the award of grand patron by Pro-Wrestling Africa, the body saddled with the development of professional wrestling in the African continent. The impressive […]

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SSA Adeboye hails Yetunde Olopade as driving force behind Nigeria’s sports marketing

Our Reporter — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:59:34 +0000

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nilayo Sports Management Limited, Mrs. Yetunde Olopade, describing her as one of the leading figures whose vision, innovation, and commitment have transformed the business of sports […]

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FirstBank/Samuel Okwaraji Foundation U-16 schools championship kicks off nationwide

Our Reporter — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:39:44 +0000

The 2026 edition of the FirstBank/Samuel Okwaraji Foundation Under-16 National All Secondary Schools Championship is set to begin across Nigeria, rekindling excitement among secondary school students and football enthusiasts nationwide. The championship, organised by the Samuel Okwaraji Foundation in collaboration with the Nigeria Football Federation and the Nigeria School Sports Federation, is sponsored by First […]

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Bet9ja Foundation Ex-Internationals Cup: Ipaye edge Ogunlade in shootout, Giwa dump Odiaka, Nieketien maintain hot streak

Our Reporter — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:34:49 +0000

The Round of 16 in the Bet9ja Foundation Ex-Internationals Cup unfolded with teams exchanging goals, determination, and the intensity of knockout competition. FC Ogunlade and FC Ipaye stole the spotlight after finishing 3-3 on aggregate. The match was decided by penalties, where Ipaye maintained their composure to secure a 4-2 victory from the spot and […]

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AFN President Okowa appreciates stakeholders for successful national trials

Our Reporter — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:45:02 +0000

President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Chief Tonobok Okowa, who also serves as the Senior Vice President of the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) and President of CAA Region 2, has expressed deep appreciation to everyone who contributed to the success of the recently concluded All Nigeria National Trials in Lagos. In a […]

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Prosperity Cup Organizers Celebrate Premium Trust Bank MD, Dr. Emefienim, on His Birthday…

Our Reporter — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:58:59 +0000

…Describes him as a visionary and exemplary leader The Central Organizing Committee of Nigeria’s largest grassroots football spectacle, the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament — Prosperity Cup — has felicitated the Managing Director of Premium Trust Bank, Dr. Emmanuel Emefienim, on the occasion of his birthday. In a statement signed by the Tournament Director General, Mr. […]

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Chelle gets contract extension, takes charge of Olympic Eagles

Our Reporter — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:58:26 +0000

Super Eagles head coach Eric Sékou Chelle has secured a contract extension with improved remuneration and will now oversee the U-23 Olympic Eagles following a series of reforms agreed by the National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The decision was reached at a high-level meeting in Abuja attended by NSC Chairman […]

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Team Nigeria ready for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, says Olopade

Our Reporter — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:58:15 +0000

The Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has expressed confidence in Team Nigeria’s readiness for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, assuring that preparations are on course for a successful outing. Speaking on the team’s level of preparedness, Olopade said extensive planning and hard work had gone into ensuring that […]

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Weightlifters move to Aberdeen for final Commonwealth Games camp

Our Reporter — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:57:51 +0000

Nigeria’s weightlifters will depart for Aberdeen, Scotland, on July 2 to begin the final phase of preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, as the Nigeria Weightlifting Federation (NWF) intensifies efforts to boost the country’s medal prospects. The federation expressed satisfaction with the ongoing training programme in Abuja, describing the camp as a critical […]

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