Category: Sports

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Ikorodu City FC have done it again, edging G-12 FC 1-0 to clinch the 2026 Lagos Federation Cup—and their third title in just a few years. The final at Mobolaji Johnson Arena delivered drama, but it was captain Tosin Oyedokun who settled it in the 76th minute with a stunning long-range strike that left the…

TEAM NIGERIA STRIKES AGAIN: TWO MORE TICKETS BOOKED FOR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

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Team Nigeria has secured two more spots for the World Championships in Beijing at the 2026 World Athletics Relays in Botswana. The mixed 4×400m team—featuring Samson Nathaniel, Taiwo Kudoro, Chidi Okezie, and Patience Okon-George—delivered a season’s best (3:12.88) to finish second and qualify automatically. The women’s 4×100m team also bounced back in style. After a…

UNITED EDGE LIVERPOOL IN THRILLER, SEAL CHAMPIONS LEAGUE RETURN

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Manchester United pulled off a dramatic 3-2 win over Liverpool FC at Old Trafford, booking their spot in next season’s UEFA Champions League. The hosts came flying out, scoring twice early through Cunha (6’) and Benjamin Sesko (14’) to take control. But Liverpool FC roared back after the break, with Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo…

GLOBAL SCOUTS ARRIVE IN ONDO AS INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL TALENT HUNT KICKS OFF

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Young footballers in Ondo are about to get their biggest shot yet Europe and South America scouts are watching. Akure — Grassroots football in Ondo is set for a major spotlight as Abaj Multilinks Limited launches the Aiyedatiwa International Scouting Programme to discover and promote young talent. The initiative, announced by CEO Prince Dapo Ajibade,…

CARTER EFE OUTPUNCHES PORTABLE, CLAIMS CELEBRITY BOXING GLORY

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Lagos, May 2, 2026 — Skit maker Carter Efe defeated street-hop star Portable in a heated celebrity boxing bout held at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos. The three-round fight lived up to the hype, with Portable starting strong and aggressive, while Efe stayed calm and tactical. By the second round, Efe’s precision and stamina…

TEAM NIGERIA DOMINATES, CLINCHES 15TH AFRICAN WOMEN’S WRESTLING TITLE

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Abuja, — Team Nigeria has emerged overall winner in the women’s category at the African Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt, securing a record 15th title. The team delivered a dominant performance, winning eight gold and two silver medals out of 10 events to seal the championship. While the women stole the spotlight, the men’s team…

TEAM NIGERIA SMASHES RECORD, EYES WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS SPOT

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Abuja, May 2, 2026 — Nigeria’s mixed 4×100m relay team has delivered a standout performance at the World Relay Championships in Botswana, boosting hopes of qualifying for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing. The quartet of Favor Ashe, Jennifer Chukwuka-Obi, Chidera Ezeakor, and Maria Thompson clocked an impressive 40.24 seconds—setting a new African record—while…

ABAKALIKI FC GO BACK-TO-BACK, EDGE CYNOSURE TO LIFT EBONYI FA CUP

Apr 27, 2026

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Abakaliki FC have retained their Ebonyi FA Cup title after a hard-fought 1-0 win over Cynosure FC in the 2026 final. The decisive moment came from winger Jude Aleke, whose long-range free-kick sealed the victory at the Pa Ngele Oruta Stadium. Coach Starplus Anista hailed the team’s effort, saying the focus now is to go…

“HIS LEGACY LIVES ON” — TRIBUTES POUR IN FOR LATE STRIKER MICHAEL ENERAMO

Apr 27, 2026

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Tributes are pouring in for former Super Eagles forward Michael Eneramo, who reportedly collapsed and died during a friendly match in Kaduna. According to the Nigeria Football Federation, the striker suffered cardiac arrest shortly after the second half resumed, having played the entire first half before the tragic incident. Former Sokoto United Technical Adviser, Mansur…

ANAMBRA SPORTS BOSS PUSHES FOR MERIT-BASED APPOINTMENTS TO BOOST DEVELOPMENT

Apr 22, 2026

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