Category: Sports
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SENEGAL STAGES COMEBACK TO TOP GROUP B IN WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS
Teranga Lions rally late to beat DR Congo 3-2, while Cape Verde, Togo, and others fight for spots. Senegal overcame a 2-0 deficit to defeat DR Congo 3-2 in Kinshasa, with Pape Matar Sarr scoring the winner near the end, moving them to the top of Group B. Cape Verde edged Cameroon 1-0 to lead…
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AFRICA WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS: KENYA AND NAMIBIA SHINE, NIGER D### NIGERIA AIR OUT
Kenya’s 5-0 blitz, Namibia’s hat-trick, and Niger’s shock win shake up Africa’s World Cup race. Kenya crushed Seychelles 5-0 with Michael Olunga’s double, boosting their bid despite trailing Côte d’Ivoire and Gabon. Niger stunned Tanzania 1-0 on the road, tightening the playoff race. Namibia’s Peter Shalulile netted a hat-trick in a 3-0 victory over São…
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KWARA ATHLETES BAG 44 MEDALS AT NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES, CHAIRMAN CREDITS GOVERNOR’S SUPPORT
Strong showing from Kwara contingent boosted by solid backing from Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. Kwara State returned from the 2025 National Youth Games in Asaba with an impressive haul of 44 medals — 15 gold, 10 silver, and 19 bronze — across 24 sports, securing fifth place overall. Sports Commission Chairman Bolakale Adisa Magaji praised the…
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IKORODU CITY AND 3SC SHARE THE SPOILS IN NPFL STALEMATE
Both teams battle for first win, ending in 1-1 draw amidst early season struggles. Ikorodu City FC and Shooting Stars SC played to a 1-1 draw in a tense NPFL Match Day-3 clash. 3SC’s Sodiq Ibrahim scored early, but Ikorodu’s Shola Adelani equalized just before halftime. Coaches from both sides acknowledged the need for improvement…
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SWAN RAISES ALARM ON AGE FALSIFICATION AT NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES
Sports Writers demand stricter age checks to protect grassroots sports integrity in Nigeria. The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) condemned widespread age cheating at the 9th National Youth Games and called on the National Sports Commission to enforce tougher verification. They applauded Delta State’s hosting and Team Lagos’ first overall win but stressed the…
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REMO STARS EDGES KUN KHALIFAT 2-1 IN NPFL SHOWDOWN
Defending champions Remo Stars rally to snatch victory in Aba, boosting their league standing. Remo Stars came from behind to defeat Kun Khalifat FC 2-1 at Enyimba Stadium. Kun Khalifat’s Henry Ezeonye scored an early penalty, but Remo Stars’ Ibrahim Abubakar and Nicholas Samson turned the game around in the second half. Remo’s structured play…
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LIVERPOOL CLOSE TO SIGNING MARC GUEHI FOR £35M IN SUMMER SPLASH
Liverpool targets defensive boost with Palace captain Marc Guehi as part of a £500M summer spree. Premier League champions Liverpool have agreed a £35 million deal for Crystal Palace and England centre back Marc Guehi, who scored in Palace’s recent win and is undergoing a medical. The club is also set to confirm a record…
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YOUNG KWARA POWERLIFTER GRABS GOLD AT NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES
Teen star Adebayo Ridwan Busayo lifts Kwara’s hopes with a stunning para powerlifting gold in Asaba. JSS2 student Ridwan Busayo from Government Day Secondary School, Ilorin, claimed gold with a 71kg lift at the 9th National Youth Games. He credits his coach’s support and dedicates the win to his late parents. In the female category,…
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FALILAT ABDULRASAK WINS KWARA’S FIRST GOLD AT ASABA 2025
Kwara kicks off National Youth Games with a thrilling cycling gold, sparking hope for more medals. Falilat Abdulrasak made history by winning the female 40km road race, earning Kwara’s first gold at the Asaba 2025 National Youth Games. The team also celebrated bronzes in male cycling, para-table tennis, and swimming relays, with strong table tennis…
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TINUBU PROMISES BOOST IN SPORTS INVESTMENT AT 9TH NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES
President Tinubu backs sports and youth development as key to national unity and future champions. At the 9th National Youth Games opening in Asaba, Tinubu’s envoy highlighted the games as a talent discovery platform and praised sports leaders for their commitment. Delta State’s governor reaffirmed support for athletes and facilities, celebrating the state’s legacy as…
