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ICC hails NCF over facilities for T20 World Cup Qualifier
By Ijeoma Okigbo The International Cricket Council (ICC) has hailed the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) for its efforts to improve facilities ahead of the…
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Cricket: Nigeria targets world cup ticket-Coach
By Ijeoma Okigbo Head Coach Stephen Mangongo says Nigeria is determined to win the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional…
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Abuja mountain bike festival to qualify cyclists for 2027 world championships
By Aderonke Ojo The 2026 Abuja Chaingang Mountain Bike (MTB) Festival has been adopted as a national qualifying competition for the 2027 Union Cycliste…
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Federation unveils grassroots plan to grow padel in Nigeria
By Ijeoma Okigbo The Nigeria Padel Federation (NPF) says it will expand grassroots participation, establish training academies, attract investment and create opportunities for young…
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Newly elected NBBF president pledges stronger leagues, improved welfare
By Ijeoma Okigbo Mustapha Abdullahi, the newly elected President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), has pledged to strengthen domestic leagues, improve players’ welfare…
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Pan-African Games: 400 student-athletes compete for school bus, honours
No fewer than 400 student-athletes will compete for honours at the second Pan African School Games, with a brand-new school bus sponsored by Mikano Changan Motors among the prizes.
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Basketball camp offers players scholarships, foreign coaching exposure
Promising basketball players are expected to benefit from foreign coaching, talent screening and scholarship opportunities at the fifth edition of the Elebire Ajayi Elite Basketball Camp.
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Abdullahi emerges as NBBF President, defeats Oyedeji, Ugboaja
Mustapha Abdullahi has been elected President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), defeating former D’Tigers captain Olumide Oyedeji and ex-International Ejike Ugboaja.
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NSC seeks stronger collaboration with FG-owned media organisations
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has called for stronger collaboration with four Federal Government-owned media organisations to promote sports development and expand the sector’s economic opportunities.
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FG to renovate, regrass Moshood Abiola Stadium, install cover
The Federal Government is taking steps to upgrade the Moshood Abiola National Stadium to enhance its suitability for sporting events and other activities.