By Georgina Adegbie The Nigeria Aquatics Federation says it is taking steps to discover new swimming talents that will represent the country at various international competitions. Chinoye Aliyu, President, Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAF), said this while reeling out the programme of activities for the forthcoming “Swim to Future” kiddies championshipContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh The Chairman, FCT Football Association (FCT FA), Mouktar Mohammed, has urged Family Worship Champions (FWC) FC and Naija Ratels FC to make FCT proud in the 2025 President Cup. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that FWC FC triumphed over EFCC FC 4-3 via penalties onContinue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo Family Worship Champions (FWC) Football Club edged EFCC FC 4-3 on Saturday in a penalty shootout to claim the 2025 FCT President Cup title in Abuja. The thrilling final was played at the Area 3 football pitch in Abuja. The match began dramatically, with FWC FC beingContinue Reading
Rangers International Football Club of Enugu on Saturday won the state’s edition of the 2025 President Federation Cup competition after defeating Ijele FC 3-0. In the final match played at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu, striker Daniel Onyia scored in the 27th minute to give the Flying Antelopes theContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh Azania Omo-Agege, Interim President of the Nigeria Boxing Federation (NBF), says the federation will not support any move aimed at promoting transgender boxing in the country. Omo-Agege said this on Wednesday in Abuja, while expressing concerns over the proposed visit of Boris Vandervorst, President, World Boxing FederationContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye Evelyn Oyome has secured an impressive third consecutive win at the IBB Ladies Amateur Golf Open 2025 after overcoming difficult opposition to defend her title. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the tournament, which was its 26th edition, teed off on Feb. 13 and endedContinue Reading
By Sumaila Ogbaje In a thrilling display of resilience and determination, Nigerian athlete, Festus Igube, has secured a bronze medal in swimming at the ongoing Invictus Games taking place at Vancouver, Canada. The Director of Defence Information, Brig. -Gen. Tukur Gusau, said on Sunday in Abuja. Gusau said that Igube,Continue Reading
By Victor Okoye Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Minister of Women Affairs, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to empowering women across all sectors in the country. Sulaiman-Ibrahim stated this at the tee-off ceremony of the 26th edition of the IBB Ladies Amateur Golf Open on Friday in Abuja. The tournament, themed “TheContinue Reading
By Ijeoma Okigbo Team Niger on Tuesday won the Under 17 Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) North Central zonal qualifiers, sponsored by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). Niger defeated Benue to emerge winners in the male category, finishing unscathed in five games of the tournament played at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. TheContinue Reading
By Millicent Ifeanyichukwu/Oluwatope Lawanson The maiden edition of the Lagos State Schools Sports Festival kicked off on Wednesday with athletics and field events, providing students with a platform to showcase their talents and sportsmanship. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event, organised by the LagosContinue Reading
