Category: Sports
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Abuja – The Federal Government says it is still proud of the performance of Super Eagles in spite of gallantly losing to Morocco on penalties in the 2025 African Cup of Nation (AFCON). This was contained in a statement by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, on Thursday in Abuja. He…
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Before the raving hawk disappeared into the sunny afternoon sky, the mother hen caught a glimpse of it just in time. Squawking and clucking, the brown mother hen sounded a throaty alarm, frantically calling on her 11 chicks, who sprinted into the sanctuary of her warm wings, where they brooded, peeping through the safety of…
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Nigerian football fans have criticised Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen for his angry outburst at teammate Ademola Lookman during Monday’s 4-0 victory over Mozambique in the Africa Cup of Nations round of 16. The Galatasaray striker was captured on camera yelling at Lookman in the 63rd minute after the Atalanta man missed a chance when…
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World-renowned boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a road accident today in Makun, Ogun State. Eyewitnesses report that the incident occurred along a busy highway of the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. The vehicle carrying Joshua reportedly collided with another car under circumstances that are still being investigated. An eyewitness who reached out , who was also part…
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UROMI – The 2025 Annual Secondary Schools Football Tournament organised by the Uromi Like Minds Initiative (ULMI) ended with Buddy Group of Schools emerging champions after defeating defending title holders, Agba Grammar School, 4–1 on penalties following a 1–1 draw at regulation time. The thrilling final, played at the main bowl of the Esan North…
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Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been named Sportsman of the Year in Turkey, Completesports.com reports. Osimhen went home with the individual accolade at the 2025 GQ Türkiye Men of the Year Awards. The Nigeria international was instrumental to Galatasaray’s domestic success last season. The 26-year-old registered 37 goals and seven assists across all competitions for…
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Victor James Osimhen is one of the most electrifying footballers Africa has ever produced — a goal machine whose rise from the streets of Lagos to global football stardom is nothing short of breathtaking. Known for his blistering speed, tireless work rate, incredible aerial ability, and fierce determination, Osimhen has become a symbol of hope,…
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The 2025/26 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership season commenced on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, with an action-packed Matchday One that produced goals, late drama, and early statements across nine centres nationwide. The curtain-raiser at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa lived up to its billing as defending champions Bayelsa Queens claimed a dramatic…
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Egor Local Government emerged as the standout team on the opening weekend of the Benin Unity Cup, which kicked off on Friday. Egor LG defeated Uhunmwode LG 5–1 in the opening match, watched by the sponsor, Senator Neda Imasuen, and other dignitaries at the Crescent FC Sports Complex, Irhirhi, Benin City. In another tightly contested…
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The captain of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, William Troost-Ekong, has confirmed that the team boycotted training on Tuesday over unpaid allowances and bonuses. The players failed to participate in training ahead of their crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier play-off, as they awaited the resolution of outstanding payments. In a tweet on Tuesday, Troost-Ekong stated…