By Chukwuemeka Opara Gov. Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi has rewarded 34 registered players of Abakaliki Football Club with N 1million each after emerging the runners-up in the 2025 President Federation Cup on June 28. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that the team lost the finals 3–4 on penaltiesContinue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi Nigeria’s women’s epee team celebrated a historic feat at the 23rd African Fencing Championships, winning their first-ever match and finishing in the competition’s top five. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the five-day tournament, held at Charterhouse, Lagos, ended with Egypt emerging as overall champions.Continue Reading
By Babatunde Ogunrinde Rivers Angels FC of Port Harcourt on Saturday claimed their 10th consecutive title of the Women’s President Federation Cup after a 6-4 penalty defeat of Nasarawa Amazons. The match played at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan Lagos Island saw the Rivers ladies coming for two goals downContinue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo New Boys Football Club of Karu, Abuja on Saturday defeated One Touch FC of Games Village 4-3 in a penalty shootout to win the 2025 Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) Unity Cup title. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the match went into penalty shootoutContinue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi Egypt extended their dominance at the 23rd African Fencing Championships, winning all three gold medals in the team events on Saturday in Lagos. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the five-day competition is being held at Charterhouse, Lagos, drawing significant attention on Saturday. In aContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye The Organisers of the World Soccer Legends (War Against Cancer) International Charity Football Match are set to partner the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in fighting cancer in the country. Jacob Onu, the National Coordinator of the charity match, made the remarks during a courtesy call onContinue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos has declared open the 23rd Senior African Fencing Championship, taking place in Lagos. The opening ceremony, which began on Wednesday, brought together over 200 athletes from 26 African countries, including Tunisia, Egypt, Morocco, Kenya, Benin Republic, Ivory Coast, and Senegal. The governorContinue Reading
Vivian Ahanmisi Egypt has won the tournament’s first gold medal, reaffirming their status as one of Africa’s fencing giants. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the five-day tournament is holding at Charterhouse Lagos, with continental powerhouses showcasing their dominance. Team Nigeria delivered a spirited performance, with rising starsContinue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi No fewer than 180 students are expected to participate in the 2025 National Swimming Championships, organised by the Nigeria School Sport Federation (NSSF). Funsho Usman, Secretary-General, NSSF, said on Monday that 30 students were expected to represent each of the six geo-political zones of the country atContinue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi Egypt and Tunisia, two African fencing powerhouses, have arrived in Nigeria for the 23rd African Fencing Championships, holding at Charterhouse Lagos from June 25 – 29. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the five-day, 12-event tournament will feature top fencers from across Africa, competing forContinue Reading
