Habu Gumel, President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has called on Nigerians to participate actively in the 2026 Olympic Day scheduled for June 27 nationwide.Continue Reading
The Federal Polytechnic Oko Alumni Association says activities marking its 40th anniversary will begin with a novelty football match.Continue Reading
Kano Pillars Football Club delivered a clinical display, defeating Bendel Insurance 4-0 in a Week 33 Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) clash on Sunday at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kofar-Mata.Continue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo Enugu State has emerged the overall winner of the just concluded 3rd National Para Games in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the outstanding performance saw Enugu secure 40 gold, eight silver and seven bronze medals, for a total of 55 medals. Bayelsa finishedContinue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), has reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to ensuring that para-athletes in Nigeria receive the necessary support to thrive. Dikko made this known at the closing of the 3rd National Para Games in Abuja, describing the event as a celebrationContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye Jabiru Tsauri, National Coordinator and CEO of AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria, has pledged strong support for the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy. Tsauri spoke during a courtesy visit by Lami Ahmed, President of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), and her delegation on Wednesday in Abuja. He describedContinue Reading
By Babatunde Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government on Wednesday welcomed 16-year-old autistic cyclist, Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, on arrival in Lagos during his endurance cycling journey. He arrived from Enugu State accompanied by parents, Kanyeyachukwu Autism Foundation members, cycling officials, and a medical support team. The team was received by Lagos StateContinue Reading
By Georgina Adegbie Wrestlers from Bayelsa, Lagos and other states emerged winners in various categories on Day 7 of the ongoing 4th Governor Douye Diri Wrestling Classics in Yenagoa. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the championship is organised by the Bayelsa Government through the Ministry of SportsContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye FIFA World Cup-bound Jordan fought hard to secure a 2-2 draw against Nigeria in Tuesday’s international friendly. Nigeria ended their March window with a 2-2 draw at Mardan Sports Complex, Antalya, after Jordan impressed through Mousa Tamari’s 17th-minute opener. The Super Eagles responded after a disallowed RaphaelContinue Reading
By Ijeoma Okigbo The FCT Sports Department has urged stakeholders and residents in the FCT to declare interest in sports associations’ membership. Luka Istifanus, the FCT Director of Sports, made the call at a news conference in Abuja on Tuesday. He said membership forms were available and free for residentsContinue Reading
