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
By Vivian Ahanmisi The Nigerian women rugby team, Green Falcons on Saturday defeated the Leopardess of Ghana 24–8 in the second leg of their two-match international friendly series. The match was held at the Alaro City Rugby Pitch in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that theContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye Nigeria’s Super Eagles defeated Lesotho 2–1 on Friday in Polokwane, keeping their hopes alive for a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The victory places Nigeria third in Group C with 14 points. Benin Republic, who secured a 1–0 win over Rwanda in Kigali, remain topContinue Reading
By Uche Bibilari The Acting Vice-Chancellor of the University of Abuja (now Yakubu Gowon University), Prof. Matthew Adamu, has highlighted the role of sports as a powerful tool for peace and unity. Adamu said this during the opening ceremony of the Pre-Nigeria University Games Association (NUGA) event on Thursday inContinue Reading
By Ijeoma Okigbo The Managing Director of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Ali Muhammad Ali, has pledged strong support for the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) as the association marks its 60th anniversary. Ali made the pledge on Wednesday in Abuja during a courtesy visit by members ofContinue Reading
