By Olanrewaju Akojede TotalEnergies, the major sponsor of the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON), on Wednesday launched the AFCON Trophy Tour in Lagos. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event marked the first public appearance of the gold-plated trophy, valued atContinue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo Francis Okooboh, Head Consultant of Abzchain Resources Football Club of Abuja, has reaffirmed commitment to developing grassroots football talents in Nigeria, leveraging new partnerships with top European football clubs. Okooboh stated this at a news conference in Abuja on Monday, when scouts from Tottenham Hotspur FC andContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye Nigeria is to host the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) Professional Championships in October 2026, marking its first professional bodybuilding event, which will include the launch of a national Fitness and Bodybuilding League. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the international professional bodybuildingContinue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo Nigerian inline skater and youth advocate, Sylvester Phadion, is set to attempt two Guinness World Records on Dec.7 at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. Phadion stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja. He said that the record-breaking attempt wouldContinue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo The newly elected President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Comptroller General of Customs (CGC) Bashir Adeniyi, is optimistic about the future of wrestling in the country, citing the successful election as a sign of progress and reform in Nigerian sports. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reportsContinue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi Fans were thrilled by an electrifying showcase of boxing skill as the Lagos Boxing Hall of Fame Championships returned in grand style. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event took place at the Agege Stadium, Lagos, drawing large crowds of excited boxing fans. TheContinue Reading
By Christian Njoku Gov. Bassey Otu of Cross River has disclosed that his administration is using golf to drive tourism and attract new investments into the state’s growing economy. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Otu stated this on Sunday during the Governor’s Golf and Business Tournament inContinue Reading
By Benson Ezugwu Rangers International Football Club of Enugu on Sunday played a drab goaless draw with Kwara United FC of Ilorin in the Match Day 10 of the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) 2025/2026. The match, played at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium Enugu, started with the home team dictatingContinue Reading
By Ahmed Kaigama Wikki Tourists Football Club of Bauchi returned to winning ways on Sunday with a decisive 2-0 victory over Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Matchday 10 fixture was played at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Bauchi. TheContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye The Rotary Clubs of Apo and Aso Golf have teamed up to intensify efforts to keep polio at zero level in Nigeria. This year’s World Polio Day theme is “Finishing the Job: Our Legacy for a Polio-Free World.” As part of the campaign, the Rotary Clubs ofContinue Reading
