Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State, is set to host the much anticipated Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF), bringing together elite athletes and sports enthusiasts from across the oil rich region. The event, which serves as a platform for…
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Super Eagles sharpen focus in Uyo ahead of crucial Zimbabwe clash
In preparation for their upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Zimbabwe, Nigeria’s Super Eagles are intensifying their training sessions in Uyo. Head coach Eric Chelle has mandated a closed-door practice on Sunday night to ensure maximum focus and…
SamKay Athletics Club: Nurturing Bayelsa’s Next Champions
SamKay Athletics Club, in partnership with the Bayelsa State Ministry of Education and the Bayelsa State Athletics Association, is set to host the 4th Bayelsa Secondary Schools Athletics Meet on Monday, 27th January 2025, at the Samson Siasia Sports Complex…
Adekalu Fakorede: A rising sprinting star at Mississippi state university
In a sport where milliseconds determine greatness, Adekalu Fakorede, a Nigerian freshman, is quickly making his mark in the collegiate track and field scene. Representing Mississippi State University, Fakorede has not only showcased his talent but also set the stage…
Tobi Amusan inducted into UTEP Hall of Fame
Tobi Amusan, the celebrated Nigerian hurdler and reigning world record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, continues to inspire with her story of fortitude, hard work, and faith. Recently inducted into the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) Hall…
Super Falcons Drawn in Group B for 2024 WAFCON
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have been placed in Group B of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), scheduled to be held in Morocco from July 5 to 26, 2025. As nine time champions of the tournament, the…
Nigeria set to Host ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Regional Qualifier C
Nigeria is all set to host the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Africa Qualifier C, a crucial step on the road to the global cricket show. The event promises to bring together the continent’s finest cricketing talents in a…
Super Eagles gears up for AFCON qualifiers
The Super Eagles have assembled in Abidjan for the final preparation phase ahead of their 2025 AFCON qualifiers. The team, featuring top names like Victor Osimhen, William Troost-Ekong, and Ademola Lookman, is gearing up for crucial matches against Benin Republic…
All eyes on Abuja Speed Grand Prix set to ignite the track.
The stage is set for the Abuja Speed Grand Prix, an athletic event sanctioned by the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) and recognized by World Athletics. Scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the Training Athletics Track…
CAF Disciplinary Board Awards Nigeria Three Points, Slams Libya with $50,000 Fine
The CAF Disciplinary Board has ruled in favor of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, awarding them a 3-0 victory and three points following the controversial encounter against Libya. The ruling comes in the wake of what CAF deemed “cruelty” towards Nigeria’s team,…
