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Just In: Ex-Flying Eagles Captain Jailed 6 Months in Norway

Former Nigeria U-20 captain and Molde FK midfielder Daniel Daga has been sentenced to six months in prison by the Nordmøre og Romsdal...

D’Tigress Rout Colombia 70-37, Sets Sights on South Korea Test

Nigeria’s D’Tigress launched their 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup qualifying campaign with a statement win, crushing Colombia 70-37 in Lyon, France, on Wednesday....

Elite Runners Set to Descend on Yenagoa for International 10km

Bayelsa State is gearing up to host elite domestic and international athletes for the Yenagoa City 10KM International Race on April 4, 2026....

Boxing Icon Anthony Joshua Announces Relocation from UK to UAE

Boxing superstar Anthony Joshua is quitting the UK to move to Dubai – even though the desert city is now in a warzone...

Molde Star Daniel Daga Jailed Six Months Over Non-Consensual Sexual Encounter

A Norwegian court has imposed a six-month prison sentence on Molde midfielder Daniel Daga after convicting him of performing a sexual act without...

“A true legend”: Tinubu mourns passing of football icon Adegboye Onigbinde

President Bola Tinubu has offered heartfelt condolences to the loved ones and close associates of legendary football administrator and former Super Eagles coach...

Legendary Nigerian Coach Festus Onigbinde Exits at 88

Veteran tactician Festus Onigbinde, a trailblazer in Nigerian football coaching, has died at the age of 88. The respected figure passed away on...

New Prize Structure Announced: CAF Champions League Winners to Receive $6m

CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe has announced a significant financial boost for African club football, unveiling a $2 million prize hike for the...

Osimhen’s Thunderous Header Fires Galatasaray Past Beşiktaş in Intense Istanbul Derby

Nigerian superstar Victor Osimhen stepped up as the match-winner to steer Galatasaray to a narrow 1-0 victory against their fierce rivals Beşiktaş on...

Trump Praises Messi as Potential GOAT During White House MLS Cup Tribute

Lionel Messi joined his Inter Miami teammates for a special reception at the White House on Thursday, invited by US President Donald Trump...

Millions Invested: Cycling Federation Rebuts Ukpeseraye’s Abandonment Allegations

The Cycling Federation of Nigeria (CFN) has issued a firm rebuttal against allegations of neglect made by Olympic athlete Ese Lovina Ukpeseraye, dismissing...

NFF Protest Fails: FIFA Confirms DR Congo’s Spot in 2026 World Cup Play-Offs

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have been dealt a major blow in their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as FIFA has...

Super Eagles Shot-Stopper Obasogie Faces Ban in Tanzania Over Alleged Match-Fixing

Nigeria international, goal keeper Amas Obasogie has been handed a heavy sanction by his club, Singida Black Stars, following allegations of match manipulation...

European Heavyweights Collide: Real Madrid vs. Man City in Historic Knockout Rematch

European football giants Real Madrid are poised to lock horns with Manchester City once more in the UEFA Champions League’s Round of 16....

Gunners Brace for Blues in Crucial Title Race Clash

Top of the table Arsenal are set for a stern examination of their championship credentials when they host fellow capital city side Chelsea...

NSC DG Olopade Declares 2nd Niger Delta Games in Edo Closed

The second edition of the Niger Delta Games concluded with flair in Benin City on Thursday night as Bukola Olopade, Director General of...