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Francis Orbih, President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN), on Sunday urged Eniola Bolaji to remain focused and sustain her momentum after winning gold at the just concluded 2026 Peru Para Badminton International. Newsmen report that Orbih gave the advice while commending the Paralympic Games bronze medallist for her impressive performance in the Women’s ...
Nigeria has recorded a historic achievement in international sports administration with the election of Adeyinka Samuel as President of the Commonwealth Fencing Federation (CFF). This is contained in a statement issued by the federation on Sunday in Lagos. Samuel defeated the incumbent, Marie-France Dufour, at the federation’s elective Annual General Meeting, held at Rugby School ...
No fewer than 250 athletes from more than 20 countries will compete at the Commonwealth Fencing Championships in Lagos from Sunday, Aug. 9, to Friday, Aug. 14. President of the Nigerian Fencing Federation, Adeyinka Samuel, disclosed this on Saturday at a press conference held at Rugby School, Eko Atlantic City. Samuel said Nigeria was ready ...
Arsenal have confirmed the arrival of Bruno Guimarães from Newcastle United, and sources can reveal the Gunners have also made contact to hijack a major Liverpool transfer. Newcastle were holding out for £100 million for their captain, but Arsenal managed to sign him for £75 million in another masterclass from their sporting director, Andrea Berta. ...
Ipswich Town have signed Serbia midfielder Saša Lukić from Fulham for an undisclosed fee. The 29-year-old, who made 26 Premier League appearances last season, has signed a contract through 2030. "I can't wait to play here as a home player," Lukić said. Lukić is the second player to make the switch from Fulham this summer, ...
Ferran Torres has informed Barcelona of his desire to leave the club this summer to join Paris Saint-Germain. The Spanish forward has already reached an agreement on personal terms with the Ligue 1 giants, who are looking to bolster their attacking options under Luis Enrique. Spain's World Cup hero Torres has dropped a significant transfer ...
Middlesbrough have completed the signing of goalkeeper Radek Vitek from Manchester United in a deal worth up to £14 million, setting a new transfer record for a second-tier goalkeeper. The 22-year-old spent last season on loan at Bristol City, where he impressed by keeping 12 clean sheets, and now joins Boro as their seventh summer ...
The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Mrs Hulayat Omidiran, has pledged full support for Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, as the institution prepares to host the Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) Games in 2028. Omidiran made the pledge when ABU management led by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Adamu Ahmed visited her at the ...
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria on its impressive performance at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Tinubu also praised the athletes for demonstrating resilience, determination, discipline and excellence throughout the competition. The commendation is in a statement issued by the Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday in Abuja. The president noted that ...
The President, Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) Uyi Akpata, says school competitions and grassroots development programmes are playing a major role in producing the next generation of cricket talents in the country. Akpata disclosed this in an interview with reporters on Tuesday in Lagos. According to him, the federation has made schools the foundation of its ...
Lagos State has been confirmed as the host city for the 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards. The prestigious annual ceremony, which celebrates Africa's finest footballers, coaches, clubs, national teams and administrators, will be held at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, formerly known as the National Theatre, in Iganmu, Lagos. ...
The Chairman, FCT Golf Association, Akabom Enebong, has hosted the Head of Service, Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Nancy Nathan, to her first golf training in Abuja. The training took place at the TYB International Golf Resort and Country Club, Abuja, as part of efforts to promote women’s participation and grassroots development of golf. Enebong ...
Nigeria’s sprint hurdler, Tobi Amusan, on Thursday won a bronze medal in the women’s 100m hurdles at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, ending her reign as Commonwealth champion. Amusan, who won gold medals at the Gold Coast 2018 and Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, was aiming to become the first woman to win three consecutive Commonwealth ...
Temitope Adeshina has delivered one of the most historic performances of Team Nigeria’s campaign at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. She won bronze in the women’s high jump to end a 72-year wait for a Nigerian medal in the event. Kola Daniel, Special Adviser on Media to the Office of the Director General, National Sports ...
President of the Nigeria Fencing Federation (NFF) Adeyinka Samuel, says hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Federation Championships will inspire greater participation and accelerate the development of the sports across the country. The event is scheduled to hold in Lagos from Aug. 9 to Aug. 14. Nigeria would be the first African country to host the ...
Nigerian-British born heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has dedicated his victory over Kristian Prenga to his late friends and trainers, Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele, after overcoming knockdowns to secure a second-round knockout win. The bout watched online, marked Joshua’s first fight since a car crash in Nigeria in December claimed the lives of Ghami, ...
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced an upward review of performance bonuses and instant cash rewards for Nigerian athletes competing at the ongoing 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Kehinde Ajayi, NSC Director of Information and Public Relations, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday. Ajayi quoted NSC Chairman, Shehu Dikko, as saying that ...
On Sunday, July 19, 2026, the entire planet will watch Spain and Argentina walk onto the pitch at the New York-New Jersey Stadium for the biggest match in football history. Ninety minutes later, a world champion will be crowned. But the moment that final whistle blows, the door locks on the most massive giveaway in ...
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup coming to an end on Sunday, defending champions Argentina are seeking to retain the title when they meet current European champions Spain. It promises to be an explosive encounter, as both teams are arguably the best in the tournament, after taking down all opposition and possessing world best players. ...
Lionel Messi once again proved why he remains one of football's greatest as he inspired Argentina to a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England to book their place in the FIFA World Cup final. England looked set for a famous win after Anthony Gordon fired them ahead in the 55th minute, but Argentina refused to ...
Spain are through to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after a composed 2-0 victory over France in the semi-finals. Mikel Oyarzabal broke the deadlock before Pedro Porro added the second to seal the win and send La Roja into Sunday's final. Rodri was widely praised for controlling the midfield from start to finish and ...
Spain has defeated France 2-0 to book a spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026™ final. In a masterclass of tactical discipline and defensive steel, La Roja defeated tournament favorites France 2-0 at a packed Dallas Stadium to secure their first final appearance since their historic 2010 triumph. Spain broke the deadlock in the 21st ...
President Bola Tinubu says the Federal Government will promote traditional sports, especially horse racing, to empower youths, strengthen unity and stimulate economic growth. Tinubu spoke through Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, at Saturday’s Renewed Hope West African Horse Racing Derby grand finale at Murtala Square, Kaduna. Tinubu apologised for his absence, attributing it to pressing ...
