By Olanrewaju Akojede Excitement is building as four international golfers will slug it out with 120 others at the 12th Awa Ibraheem Junior Open Golf Competition expected to begin on Oct. 17. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) event will be playedContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye Nigeria on Tuesday strengthened their chances of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a commanding 4-0 victory over Benin Republic in Uyo. The match, played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, saw Victor Osimhen net a hat-trick in the 3rd, 37th and 51st minutes of theContinue Reading
By Isaiah Eka The Super Eagles Coach, Eric Chelle, has assured Nigerians that the team will be focused and purposeful to win tomorrow’s match against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic. Chelle gave the assurance at a pre-match news conference at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Monday. TheContinue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi Coach Abdulrahman Gbadamosi of Sebioba FC, Ibadan, has expressed confidence in the Super Eagles ahead of Tuesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic in Uyo. Gbadamosi told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Lagos that the Super Eagles possess the qualities toContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye Coach Eric Chelle says the Super Eagles will give their all against Benin Republic in Tuesday’s final Group C clash of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Nigeria, currently third in the group, must win in Uyo and hope South Africa drop points against Rwanda in NelspruitContinue Reading
By Muhammad Nur Tijani The Chief of Civil-Military Affairs, Maj.-Gen. Gold Chibuisi, says the Nigerian Army remains committed to deepening civil-military relations through sporting and community-based initiatives. Chibuisi stated this in Kano on Sunday at the inauguration of the renovated Hole number 3 Tee Box at the Kano Golf Club,Continue Reading
By Segun Giwa A reputable European Sportswear manufacturer, Fodox Sports, has officially signed a five-year kits partnership deal with Ondo State Football Agency (ODSFA), parents of Sunshine Stars, Queens and Stars’ U-19 football teams. Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo, at the event on Sunday at the Games Village in Akure,Continue Reading
By Victor Okoye Coach Eric Chelle and captain William Troost-Ekong have praised the Super Eagles’ resilience after a crucial 2-1 win over Lesotho in Polokwane, South Africa on Friday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the victory keeps Nigeria’s hope alive for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification.Continue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo Nigeria got off to a flying start at the 2025 Africa Hockey Cup of Nations on Saturday as the men’s team defeated Ghana 2-1 in the tournament’s opener in Ismailia, Egypt. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the result was a vital win for NigeriaContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) In spite of a shaky campaign, Nigeria’s World Cup hopes remain alive. Nigeria’s Super Eagles revived hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a 2-1 win over Lesotho in Polokwane, South Africa. The result keeps Nigeria in contention inContinue Reading
