Nigeria Criminalises Age Falsification in Sports
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has secured the approval of the National Council of Sports for a landmark policy that formally criminalises and institutionalizes sanctions against age falsification in Nigerian sports. ALSO READ: Netanyahu Seeks Pardon Amid Ongoing Corruption Trial According to a statement signed by Dr. Kehinde Ajayi, Director, Press, at the NSC, the […]
Super Eagles Defender Fredrick Ruled Out of AFCON
The Super Eagles have suffered a significant blow ahead of next month’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament, with defender Benjamin Fredrick officially ruled out due to injury. ALSO READ: NANS Declares Nigeria’s Internal Security System a Failure Fredrick sustained a knee injury during a recent training session with his Belgian club, FC Dender. According […]
Licensing Failure: Castmog Ladies Relegated from NWFL Premiership
The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Secretariat has officially confirmed the relegation of Castmog Ladies from the 2025/2026 NWFL Premiership season. The decision was made due to the Abeokuta-based club’s failure to meet essential licensing and registration requirements for the upcoming competition. ALSO READ: NPFL Launches Investigation into Ikorodu City Over Misconduct Allegations The announcement […]
NPFL Launches Investigation into Ikorodu City Over Misconduct Allegations
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has opened a formal investigation into Ikorodu City FC following a series of serious misconduct allegations. ALSO READ: NPFL Launches Investigation into Ikorodu City Over Misconduct Allegations The allegations stem from the club’s Matchday 13 fixture against Plateau United, played at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos on Sunday. […]
Ghana Eyes Joint World Cup Bid with Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire
Ghana’s Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has expressed strong confidence in the possibility of Ghana co-hosting a FIFA World Cup in the future alongside regional partners, Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire. ALSO READ: Kidnappers Demand ₦100m Ransom Per Victim for Abducted Kwara Worshippers Adams publicly urged the Ghanaian government to begin exploring plans to […]
Nigeria Sweeps Gold at Africa’s First Run Archery Tournament
Nigeria delivered a commanding performance at the first-ever Run Archery Tournament in Africa, making a bold statement on the continental stage and showcasing the nation’s growing strength in the sport. ALSO READ: Kaduna Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Demographic Dividend Roadmap as Youth Coalition Opens 2-Day Technical Session in Zaria The historic competition, which combines endurance […]
Super Eagles Decimate Gabon 4-1 to Reach World Cup Playoff Final
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have secured a massive 4-1 victory over Gabon in the African World Cup qualifying semi-final clash, earning their spot in the continental playoff final. ALSO READ: Senate Moves to Ban Under-18 Military Recruitment The match, played at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, saw a cautious start from both teams, resulting in a […]
Strike Over: Super Eagles Resume Training for Crucial Gabon Qualifier
Nigeria’s Super Eagles players have called off their strike with immediate effect and returned to training sessions ahead of their vital World Cup qualifying playoff match against Gabon. The crucial encounter is scheduled for Thursday in Rabat, Morocco. ALSO READ: Defence Minister Vows to Protect Military After Wike’s Land Confrontation The news was confirmed by […]
FIFA Announces New ‘Peace Prize’ to Debut at 2026 World Cup Draw in Washington
FIFA has unveiled a new annual award called the FIFA Peace Prize, which will be presented for the first time during the 2026 World Cup draw scheduled to hold at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.. ALSO READ: Tinubu Reacts to Trump’s Threats, Assures Nigerians of Security and Diplomatic Engagement The announcement came ahead […]
Super Falcons Qualify for 2026 WAFCON with Aggregate Win Over Benin
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have successfully qualified for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) following a 3-1 aggregate victory over their neighbors, the Benin Republic. ALSO READ: Keyamo Proposes Act Mandating Officials to Use Local Airlines Nigeria secured their spot despite a 1-1 draw with the Amazons of the Benin Republic in […]