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Ofili’s Allegiance Switch: NSC Still Awaits Official Communication – Olopade

The National Sports Commission (NSC) says it has not received any official communication from Nigerian sprinter, Favour Ofili, regarding her alleged switch of...

Club World Cup: Chelsea Advances to Last 16 with 3-0 Win Over Esperance

Chelsea has advanced to the last 16 of the Club World Cup with a convincing 3-0 win over Tunisian champions, Esperance. The Blues...

NSC DG Olopade Congratulates Nigeria’s Flag Football Teams on Historic Double Victory

The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has congratulated Nigeria’s flag football teams on their historic double victory at...

Dismiss DSS ‘shadow govt’ suit, Utomi tells court

Prof. Pat Utomi has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss the suit filed by the Department of State Services (DSS)...

Abuja Hosts Thrilling Game Fest 25, Showcasing Nigeria’s Booming Esports Scene

As Africa is projected to house the fastest-growing gaming population, with Nigeria expected to have the highest deposit of gamers in Africa and...

Nigerian Sprinter Favour Ofili Switches Allegiance to Turkey Amidst AFN Dispute

Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili has reportedly switched her international allegiance to Turkey, citing long-standing dissatisfaction with the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN). According...

Super Falcons Coach Names 24-Player Squad for 2024 WAFCON

Super Falcons Head Coach, Justine Madugu, on Friday unveiled a 24-player squad for the upcoming 2024 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON)...

Liverpool’s £116m Star: Florian Wirtz Passes Medical, Transfer on Track

By Samuel Akpan with agency report Liverpool’s pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz has taken a significant step forward, with the 22-year-old playmaker...

Messi’s Magic Helps Inter Miami Stun Porto 2-1 in Club World Cup

By Samuel Akpan with agency report Lionel Messi’s trademark free-kick earned Inter Miami a thrilling 2-1 comeback win against Porto in the Club...

Nigeria Shines at World Para Athletics Grand Prix in Tunisia, Secures 19 Medals

Team Nigeria Para-Athletics has made its mark on the global stage, bagging an impressive 19 medals at the 19th Edition of the World...

Make or Break Moment: Nigeria’s Flag Football Team Set for History in Egypt

The Nigerian-American Football Association (NAFA) has officially presented its competition uniform to the National Sports Commission (NSC) as the team gears up for...

30 Days to Go: Abeokuta to Host African U18 and U20 Athletics Championships

The countdown has begun for the highly anticipated 3rd African U18 and U20 Athletics Championships, scheduled to take place in Abeokuta, Ogun State,...

Bayern Munich Thrash Auckland City 10-0 in FIFA Club World Cup Opener

Bayern Munich kicked off their FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a resounding 10-0 victory over Auckland City FC. The German giants showcased...

Italy Turns to Gattuso: Former AC Milan Star Takes Helm Amid W/Cup Qualifying Struggles

By Samuel Akpan with agency report The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has officially appointed Gennaro Gattuso as the new head coach of the...

WEAAD 2025: NSCC DG Pledges Continued Support for Older Persons’ Rights

As the world observes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), Mrs. Omobolanle Akinyemi-Obe, Director General of the National Senior Citizens Centre (NSCC), has...

Trent Alexander-Arnold Joins Real Madrid, Honors Idol Xabi Alonso

By Samuel Akpan with agency report Trent Alexander-Arnold, the talented England full-back, has officially joined Real Madrid, marking a new chapter in his...