Nigeria’s growing influence in global athletics administration has received a major boost following the appointment of Commodore Omatseye Nesiama (Rtd) as an International Referee for the World Athletics Relays, Gaborone 2026.Continue Reading
By Victor Okoye Ibrahim Gusau, President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has reaffirmed confidence in Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, amid reported external interest. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Chelle drew attention following the Super Eagles’ impressive performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of NationsContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu has approved a comprehensive reset of sports funding in Nigeria, directing economic management authorities to ensure adequate and timely financing from the 2026 fiscal year. The president announced the policy in a message posted on his verified X handle, describing sports as one ofContinue Reading
Interview with IOC Honorary President on China’s sports development Thomas Bach, Honorary President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), has been a long-time supporter of sports development in China and of the Olympic Movement throughout his tenure. Often described as “an old and good friend of the Chinese people,” BachContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye The 2nd Inter-State Fives Unity Cup Championship ended in Abuja on Sunday, with Kebbi State emerging overall champions. Kebbi dominated the tournament, winning all four trophies in the senior, intermediate, junior, and female categories. Katsina State finished second with three medals, Kaduna placed third with two medals,Continue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi Nigeria’s doubles pair, Canice Abua and Michael Emmanuel, defeated Uzbekistan’s Denis Istomin and Khumoyun Sultanov 7–6, 6–4 at the ITF Davis Cup tie in Lagos. The closely fought encounter saw the Nigerians edge a tie-break first set before asserting control in the second to win in straightContinue Reading
The Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), Bayo Ojulari, says the oil and gas sector is committed to staff fitness, wellness and collaboration.Continue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi Nigeria’s Daniel Adeleye on Saturday defeated Uzbekistan’s Abdulaziz Usmonjonov, 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 in a singles match at the ITF Davis Cup tie in Lagos. Adeleye narrowly dominated proceedings to secure a 2-1 victory on homeContinue Reading
No fewer than 1,200 athletes from 15 companies are expected to compete in 13 sports at the 20th edition of the 2026 Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Games (NOGIG) scheduled to hold from Feb. 8 to Feb. 14, in Abuja.Continue Reading
By Victor Okoye The National Sports Commission (NSC) has endorsed Nigeria’s hosting of the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja. NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko, gave the assurance while receiving a delegation of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) on FridayContinue Reading
