Category: Sports

Ghanaian giants hold firm with a 1-0 win, sealing a 5-3 aggregate victory over Kwara United. Asante Kotoko defeated Kwara United 1-0 at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta, ending the Nigerian side’s continental hopes. After a thrilling 4-3 win in Accra last week, Kotoko’s Hubert Gyau scored the decisive goal early in the…

ABIA READY TO HOST 150 ATHLETES FOR HISTORIC PARA BADMINTON CHAMPIONSHIPS

Sep 29, 2025

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First Abia Para Badminton and All African Championships set to showcase world-class inclusive sport. Over 150 athletes from 13 countries will compete at the First Abia Para Badminton International and All African Para Badminton Championships happening simultaneously in Umuahia. Hosted at the International Conference Centre from Sept. 30 to Oct. 12, Abia boasts West Africa’s…

SWAN INAUGURATES LOCAL ORGANISING COMMITTEE FOR 60TH ANNIVERSARY

Sep 25, 2025

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Preparations kick off for SWAN’s Diamond Jubilee to honor legends and envision the future. The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) launched its Local Organising Committee at the Abuja secretariat to oversee the 60th anniversary celebration. LOC Chair Ben Ogbemudia pledges full commitment, with the event set for October 30-31 to honor past heroes and…

UYI AKPATA UNVEILS 10-POINT AGENDA TO BOOST NIGERIA CRICKET DEVELOPMENT

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Re-elected NCF president sets sights on grassroots growth, infrastructure, and inclusivity. Uyi Akpata, re-elected unopposed as Nigeria Cricket Federation President, plans to establish zonal associations, enhance youth and female participation, and build high-performance centres. He emphasizes governance reforms, coach training, and partnerships for a transparent, sustainable cricket future in Nigeria.

NIGERIA U18 WOMEN’S HANDBALL TEAM EDGES ALGERIA 29-28 TO CLAIM FIFTH PLACE

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Grit and last-second heroics highlight Nigeria’s thrilling finish at Africa Youth Championship. Nigeria’s Women’s U18 Handball team fought back fiercely to beat host Algeria 29-28 in a dramatic final seconds win, securing fifth place. Goalkeeper Aisha Jamilu’s crucial save and Ngozi Korie’s calm finish sealed victory despite missing out on World Championship qualification. The championship…

MIGHTY JETS APPOINT RENOWNED DOKUBO ERE AS TECHNICAL ADVISER

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Experienced tactician aims to lead Jos club to NPFL promotion. Nigerian National League side Mighty Jets of Jos named Dokubo Ere as their new technical adviser on a two-year deal. Club GM Ferdinand Mbum praised Ere’s experience and vision, while Ere vowed to work tirelessly for promotion. Plateau FA promises full support, hoping to see…

ENYIMBA COMES FROM BEHIND TWICE TO BEAT BENDEL INSURANCE 3-2 IN NPFL

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Aba giants show grit to maintain unbeaten league start with thrilling win. Enyimba rallied twice against Bendel Insurance, sealing a 3-2 victory thanks to goals from Joseph Abiodun, Kalu Nweke, and Michael Chidera. Coach Stanley Eguma praised his squad’s resilience, while striker Chidera celebrated the morale-boosting winner. Bendel Insurance lamented concentration lapses and now sit…

SHOOTING STARS SECURE FIRST WIN OF NPFL SEASON WITH 2-1 VICTORY OVER KUN KHALIFAT

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Oluyole Warriors bounce back with a hard-fought home win to boost NPFL hopes. Shooting Stars (3SC) ended early season struggles, defeating Kun Khalifat 2-1 at home. Captain Ghali Falke set the tone with an early volley, followed by Sodiq Ibrahim’s second-half goal. Despite a late reply from Kun Khalifat, 3SC held on, then look ahead…

NIGERIA U18 WOMEN’S HANDBALL TEAM EDGES KENYA 37-35 TO FINISH GROUP STAGE

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