By Oladapo Udom/Olanrewaju Akojede The Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) Western Naval Command, Rear Adm. Mustapha Hassan, has restated the commitment of the Armed Forces towards the promotion of healthy lifestyle achieved through sporting activities for its personnel. Hassan gave the assurance in his opening speech on Monday night atContinue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo Umar Dahiru scored a hat trick as Kano pillars beat Plateau 3 – 2 on Monday to advance to the final of para-soccer at the ongoing Para-Sports Games in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the match was played at the Moshood Abiola NationalContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh The Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Owan Enoh has congratulated Victor Osimhen, and Asisat Oshoala for securing the coveted titles of Men’s and Women’s African Footballer of the Year. The duo won the awards at the 2023 Confederation of African Football (CAF) awards, shooting into theContinue Reading
By Emmanuel Afonne Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen and Super Falcons striker, Asisat Oshoala, have been crowned the 2023 CAF African Player of the Year, in a keenly contested award. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that while Osimhen bagged the men’s award, Oshoala won the women’s title atContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has showered encomiums on retired Maj.-Gen. Godwin Umelo, for his contribution to Nigeria’s history. Musa made the remarks on the occasion of an 18-hole Retirement Kitty in honour of Umelo held at the TYB International Golf Resort andContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye Organisers of the 2023 National Carnival Polo Tournament say this year’s event would be a “true signature” experience. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the tournament which is in its 15th edition is expected to gallop off with fanfare on Saturday at the Guards PoloContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh The Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Owan Enoh says the National Para Games will foster inclusivity and showcase the resilience of athletes with disability. The minister stated this on Friday while declaring open the 2nd Edition of the National Para Games at the Moshood Abiola NationalContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen will slug it out with Egypt’s Mohamed Salah and Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi for the 2023 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) released the final three shortlist onContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh The Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Owan Enoh says the second edition of the National Para Games provides a great platform to discover new talents for the national teams. The minister stated this on Thursday in Abuja at a news conference, ahead of the opening ceremonyContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh The Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Owan Enoh has admonished the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and Super Eagles gaffer, Jose Peseiro to ensure a good outing for the Super Eagles at the 2023 AFCON. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the 2023Continue Reading
