Author: Alonge Akinlolu
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Champions Nigeria qualified for next year’s Women Africa Cup of Nations after a 1-1 draw with Bénin Republic in the return leg of the final round of the qualification series in Abeokuta on Tuesday, which resulted in an aggregate 3-1 win for the 10-time winners. The Amazons turned out to be credible fighters at the […]
The 2026 Diamond League season will begin in Doha, Qatar, on May 8, with World Athletics confirming a major increase in prize money for athletes ahead of the new campaign. According to the global athletics body, the upcoming season, the 17th edition of the prestigious track and field series will feature meetings across Asia, Africa, […]
Newly re-elected President of the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF), Dr. Ademola Are, has been inducted into the Order of Excellence by one of Nigeria’s oldest and most prestigious educational institutions — Baptist Academy (BAOSA). The milestone event, organized by the Board of Trustees, National Executive Council (NEC), and members of the Baptist Academy Old […]
Barely days after his re-election as President of the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF), Dr. Ademola Are and his new board have wasted no time in action, announcing an international friendly match between Nigeria and Ghana. The encounter, tagged “The Heritage Cup,” will take place at the University of Ghana Rugby Stadium, Accra, and […]
Here is a special for only sports lovers and punting generals, Sure97.5fm betting writer, Khalid has prepared something for the early hours of Tuesday October 28th 2025. IHe calls this special; “CODE LT12WX” Now, this code isn’t guesswork, it’s crafted from form, head to head, and real scoring patterns. Below is the detailed break down […]
Head Coach Justine Madugu has affirmed that champions Nigeria expect a tough game against the Amazons of Bénin Republic in Abeokuta on Tuesday and will take nothing for granted against their less-adulated neighbours to the west. The 10-time champions are in control of the fixture after a 2-0 win in the first leg away from […]
Santos striker Ketlen Wiggers has temporarily stepped away from training as she prepares to welcome her baby boy, Lucca but not before making history in Brazilian women’s football. For the first time in the country’s women’s game, an athlete trained actively with her club up until her eighth month of pregnancy. Throughout the period, Ketlen […]
Tayo Kuburat Popoola has been elected as the new President of the Nigeria Taekwondo Federation (NTF) following the withdrawal of the incumbent, Chief Jonathan Nnaji, from the race. The election, which took place during the NTF elective congress, saw Popoola emerge unopposed under the supervision of officials from the Federal Ministry of Sports Development. Popoola, […]
Rivers United have booked their place in the CAF Champions League group stage after a thrilling 3-1 victory over Black Bulls of Mozambique on Sunday, sealing a 3-2 aggregate win. The Pride of Rivers bounced back from a 1-0 first leg defeat with a dominant performance in Port Harcourt, ensuring their progression to the prestigious […]
The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has been elected as the new President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF). Adeniyi emerged victorious after securing all 14 available votes, making it a unanimous win in the federation’s election. His emergence is seen as a major step toward strengthening the administration of […]
