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Nigeria’s women’s epee team celebrated a historic feat at the 23rd African Fencing Championships, winning their first-ever match and finishing in the competition’s top five. News Men report that the five-day tournament, held at Charterhouse, Lagos, ended with Egypt emerging as overall champions. Following a quarterfinal loss to Algeria, the Nigerian team—Somtochukwu Eribenne, Sara Idongesit, ...
Gov. Peter Mbah of Enugu State says sports is a veritable tool for unity, platform for youth development and social cohesion. Mbah said this on Saturday at the Olympic Day celebration held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu. The governor, who was represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Mr Lloyd Ekweremmadu, said that ...
Egypt extended their dominance at the 23rd African Fencing Championships, winning all three gold medals in the team events on Saturday in Lagos. News Men report that the five-day competition is being held at Charterhouse, Lagos, drawing significant attention on Saturday. In a tense final, Egypt narrowly defeated Tunisia 45–41 to win the Men’s Team ...
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has called for peace in Nigeria through the Golf Fore Peace Tournament. He made the call on Saturday during the one-day tournament at Ikeja Golf Club, Lagos. Represented by Maj.-Gen. Bolaji Salami (rtd.), the CDS said promoting love and unity across the country had become essential ...
Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State says his administration is committed to the development of sports at the grassroots and as a tool for youth engagement, healthy living, and social cohesion. Aiyedatiwa, who said this on Saturday in Akure at the 2025 Olympic Day Run, described sports as a rallying point for peace. The governor, ...
Gov. Monday Okpebholo of Edo on Saturday, urged residents to embrace the unifying power of sports as a vehicle for peace, health, and social inclusion. Okpebholo, who spoke was speaking at the 2025 Olympic Day celebration in Benin, was represented by his deputy, Dennis Idahosa. The governor urged citizens to “rise and engage in physical ...
Chelsea are facing a logistical challenge at the Club World Cup after finishing second in their group, contrary to their original expectations. The issue stems from an unplanned trip to Charlotte for their last-16 tie, instead of remaining in Miami as initially presumed for the knockout rounds. A club source told Reuters that all travel, ...
Super Falcons and CAF Goalkeeper of the Year, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has joined Brighton and Hove Albion Women FC. The club announced on Friday that Nnadozie will join on July 1, once her contract with Paris FC ends. Women’s head coach, Dario Vidosic, said the Nigerian would bring confidence to their defensive line. “She’s a talented, ...
Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon fell short in her attempt to become the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes on Thursday. Kipyegon clocked 4:06.42 in a Nike “Breaking4” project, though faster than her own world record but it will not be ratified. The 31-year-old triple world and Olympic 1,500 metres champion needed to ...
Manchester City secured top spot in Group G of the Club World Cup with a 5-2 thrashing of Juventus on Thursday, exposing the Serie A side’s defensive frailties in emphatic fashion. With both teams already through to the knockout stage, City underlined their status as title favourites by becoming the only team to finish the ...
Former Serie A champions AC Milan have joined the race to sign Nigerian international and Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare, who is also attracting interest from Manchester United, Stuttgart, and Benfica. Arokodare, 24, enjoyed a standout 2024/25 campaign with Belgian side KRC Genk, registering 23 goals and seven assists in 45 appearances across all competitions. ...
Former Chelsea and Super Eagles midfielder John Obi Mikel has expressed confidence in Chelsea’s chances of progressing past Benfica in the knockout stage of the FIFA Club World Cup, stating that the return of first-team regulars will give the London club a crucial advantage. Chelsea secured their Round of 16 place with a convincing 3–0 ...
Real Madrid have booked a place in the round of 16 of the ongoing 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the United States of America (USA) following a convincing 3-0 victory over Salzburg of Austria on Thursday. The match, played at the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, saw Real Madrid’s superior play and strategy earn ...
Nigerian striker Owen Oseni is on the verge of completing a move to English side Plymouth Argyle on a three-year contract, pending a routine medical scheduled for Thursday, June 26. The 22-year-old forward is expected to be officially unveiled by the League One club following completion of final paperwork and medical clearance. Sources have confirmed ...
One Touch Football Club of Abuja defeated Gwarinpa United FC 1-0 on Thursday in the Unity Cup 2025 semi-final to book their place in the final. The sixth edition of the tournament is ongoing at the Area 3 Football Pitch, Abuja. The competition is organised by the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) Football Coaches Council. ...
Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson has said any reports of his impending departure from the club in the close season are fake news as he enters the final year of his contract. Ederson has been City’s number one since he joined the club from Benfica for 40 million euros ($46.90 million) in 2017. The 31-year-old has won six ...
Former Super Eagles skipper, Joseph Yobo has urged Nigerians not to write off Eagles qualification to the 2026 World Cup as their fate is not sealed yet. He stated this in an interview on the sidelines of the Troost-Ekong Charity match held at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos. Yobo, a former Everton FC of England ...
No fewer than 180 students are expected to participate in the 2025 National Swimming Championships, organised by the Nigeria School Sport Federation (NSSF). Funsho Usman, Secretary-General, NSSF, said on Monday that 30 students were expected to represent each of the six geo-political zones of the country at the championships scheduled to begin on Tuesday at ...
The President of the Nigeria Fencing Federation, Adeyinka Samuel, on Saturday in Abuja, said the federation is set to give all participants a befitting environment during the upcoming African Fencing Championships. The president told newsmen that the prestigious event would feature over 200 athletes from 26 countries, including top fencers from around the continent. “The ...
Yina Adoo has completed her move to United State Atlantic Coast Conference, ACC, side, Pittsburgh Panthers. Adoo joined the American side from Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, club, Nasarawa Amazons. She played a crucial role in Nasarawa Amazons 2025 President Federation Cup final feat. Adoo also helped the club reach the NWFL playoff tournament last ...
Kwara United have arrived in Lagos for the 2025 President Federation Cup final match against Abakaliki FC. The Harmony Boys arrived the host state on Friday afternoon from Ilorin. The encounter is billed for the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan on Saturday, June 28th, 2025. Recalls that Kwara United’s Chairman Kumbi Titiloye had earlier assured that ...
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has reportedly bans four senior players from the club’s pre-season tour of the United States as part of a major squad shake-up. According to the Daily Mail, Alejandro Garnacho, Marcus Rashford, Antony, and Jadon Sancho will not be travelling with the squad unless they secure moves away from Old Trafford ...
Nigeria's Head Coach, Justine Madugu, has released a 24-player list for the Super Falcons ahead of the 13th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON, which begins July 5 in Morocco. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Barcelona forward Asisat Oshoala, and first-choice goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie lead the team selected to chase a record-extending 10th continental title. The squad ...
