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Ghana Wins WAFU B U-17 Girls’ Cup, Edges Nigeria 5-4 on Penalties
The match, played at the Ghanaian Centre of Excellence in Prampram, outside Accra, ended 2-2 after regular time, with Ghana eventually winning 5-4...
Usyk Defends Unified Heavyweight Titles with Masterclass Victory Over Tyson Fury
Oleksandr Usyk successfully defended his unified heavyweight world titles against Tyson Fury in Saudi Arabia on Saturday night, winning by unanimous decision. The...
Just in: National Sports Festival now to hold May 16- 30, 2025 – NSC
Following the postponement of the National Sports Festival, tagged “Gateway Games, Ogun 2024,” earlier scheduled for January 12 -28, 2025, the games are...
NSC DG Seeks Unified Federation to Unlock Nigeria’s eSports Potential, Drive Economic Growth
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to revolutionizing Nigeria’s eSports industry. Director General Bukola Olopade recently convened a strategic meeting...
Vinicius Jr Wins FIFA’s Best Award, Beats Rodri by Five Scoring Points
Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr. has been crowned FIFA’s Best player, beating Manchester City’s Rodri by five scoring points. Vinicius Jr. received 48...
Nigerian Squash Team Makes History, Reaches World Team Championship Final
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has commended the Nigerian men’s squash team for their remarkable performance at the 2024 Men’s World Team Squash...
National Sports Commission Leadership Presents Progress Report to Pres. Tinubu
The leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC) met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa on Thursday to present a progress...
Flamingos Wallop Niger Republic 9-0 in WAFU U17 Girls’ Cup
Nigeria’s U17 girls, the Flamingos, delivered a dominant performance, thrashing their counterparts from Niger Republic 9-0 in the WAFU U17 Girls’ Cup on...
Just in: Sweden closes rape investigation against Kylian Mbappé for lack of evidence
The Swedish Prosecution Authority has announced the closure of the inquiry into rape allegations against French footballer Kylian Mbappé, citing a lack of...
NSC Launches ‘Adopt-an-Athlete’ Initiative, Supports Field Star Ese Brume with Training Grant
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has activated the ‘Adopt-an-Athlete’ Training Grant initiative, with Nigerian track and field star, Ese Brume, as its first...
Saudi Arabia Officially Announced As Host of 2034 FIFA World Cup
The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has officially announced Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 FIFA World Cup. The decision...
Just in: National grid collapses for 12th time in 2024
Nigerians were once again thrown into darkness on Wednesday as the national power grid suffered its 12th devastating collapse since January 2024, exacerbating...
FIFA, SWAN, Congratulate Dr. Sanusi on Re-appointment as NFF General Secretary
The world football governing body, FIFA, has formally congratulated Dr. Mohammed Sanusi on his re-appointment as General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation...
Exclusive: Again, National Sports Festival Postponed
In a surprising move, the National Sports Festival, initially scheduled for January 2025, has been postponed. Persecondnews reports that, according to an aide...
Super Eagles B Intensify Training for CHAN Qualifier Against Ghana’s Black Galaxies
The Super Eagles B have stepped up their training at the Remo Stars’ Sports Institute in Ikenne-Remo, Ogun State, as they prepare for...
Enyimba’s winless streak against Egyptian clubs continues after 2-2 draw with Zamalek
Enyimba’s search for a maiden win against an Egyptian side in the CAF Confederation Cup group stage continues after they were forced to...
