World 200 Metres Bronze Medallist, Alex Quinonez Shot Dead
Alex Quinonez, the World 200 metres bronze medallist, has been killed in Ecuador, his home country. The 32-year-old finished third at the World Championships in […]
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Footballer collapses, dies during FA Youth Cup match
A young footballer has died after collapsing during an FA Youth Cup game in Nottingham. Dylan Rich, of West Bridgford Colts, was taken to hospital […]
FG to address plight of street children through sports — Uwais
The Federal Government has identified sports as a potent tool to engage young people and address the plight of vulnerable youth and children across the […]
Grassroots football is our focal point, says Enugu FA chairman
The Chairman of Enugu State Football Association (ESFA), Tony Ugwu, says his administration will focus efforts to the development of grassroots football in the state. […]
Anthony Joshua And Tyson Fury To Fight In ‘Specially-built Stadium In Saudi Arabia’
According to Eddie Hearn, the boxing match between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury will take place in a purpose-built stadium in Saudi Arabia. This comes […]
Boxing: US-based promoter wants more investing in youths
Adeshina Ogundeyi, a Miami-based boxing promoter and former Lagos State boxer, wants more boxing gyms set up at youth centres across Lagos state, NationSports reports. […]
NIS DG, Dadi-Mamud Is Dead
Dr John Dadi-Mamud, the Director-General of National Institute for Sports (NIS), has lost his life. Dadi-Mamud, who hails from Kogi State, took over as the […]
NFF: Ministry to review remunerations for Eaglets, Flying Eagles
Minister of Youth and Sports Development in Nigeria, Sunday Dare, has said that his ministry would work with the Nigeria Football Federation to review remunerations […]
Excitement as GOtv Boxing Night thriller returns
Boxers have expressed delight at the return of GOtv Boxing Night. The 21st edition of the event has been scheduled to hold on April 12, […]
We will not just try, but will win eighth national para-soccer championship —- Coach
By Aderonke Ojo Abuja – Hassan Abdullahi, Head Coach of Borno Para-Soccer Team, on Friday expressed confidence in his team’s ability to win the forthcoming […]
French Open allowed only 1,000 people a day, prime minister says
Paris – The French Open will be able to welcome only 1,000 people a day, including players, staff and organisers, Prime Minister Jean Castex said […]
Minister unveils plans to resuscitate Awolowo Stadium in Ibadan
By Akeem Abas Ibadan – Mr Sunday Dare, the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, says plans are underway to resuscitate the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium […]
Our Post-COVID-19 pandemic plans for sports — LSSC
By Olanrewaju Akojede Lagos – The Director-General of Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC), Oluwatoyin Gafar, on Wednesday said the state was already planning ahead of […]
Nigeria Football Fans Club to inaugurate Ondo state chapter September
By Segun Giwa Akure -Plans are underway to inaugurate the Ondo State chapter of the Nigeria Football Fans Club in September, an official said on […]
Buhari appoints Amokachi Special Assistant Sports
Daniel Amokachi jubilates after scoring during the USA 94 World Cup By Olanrewaju Akojede Lagos – Former Super Eagles striker and Nigerian Football Ambassador, Daniel […]
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper close to joining Kwara United
By Olayinka Owolewa Ilorin – Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Dele Aiyenugba is close to joining Kwara United Football Club of Ilorin from Hapoel Afula of […]
NNL 2020/21: Gov. Makinde sets promotion target for 3SC
By Akeem Abas Ibadan – Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has set a target for the management of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of […]
Eid-el-Kabir: Lagos SWAN felicitates with Muslim faithful
By Kemi Akintokun Lagos – The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Lagos Chapter, on Friday felicitated with Muslim faithful on the celebration of Eid-el […]
Osun stops salaries of athletes, contract coaches, players of 2 state-owned clubs
By Olajide Idowu Osogbo – The Osun Government has stopped the wages and salaries of contract coaches and athletes, including staff and players of the […]
NOC celebrates 2020 Olympic Day
By Kemi Ajayi Lagos – The Nigeria Olympics Committee (NOC) on Tuesday urged Nigerians to stay safe by obeying all COVID-19 directives, as the body […]