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Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a notorious Indigenous People of Biafra / Eastern Security Network (IPOB/ESN) commander in Imo State and rescued 11 kidnap victims in Adamawa and Katsina states. LEADERSHIP gathered that the troops of 34 Artillery Brigade, in a joint operation with sister services and other security agencies, arrested a notorious […]
In a devastating blow for Nigeria and Benin Republic’s quest for a 2026 World Cup ticket, football’s governing body, FIFA has ruled out any disciplinary action against South Africa regarding allegations of fielding an ineligible player during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. This decision effectively extinguishes Nigeria’s hopes of benefiting from administrative sanctions within […]
Operatives of the Adamawa State Police Command have apprehended a man for allegedly raping a minor in his shop. Police said the complainant alleged that a young sales girl aged 14 years sought shelter in the suspect’s shop during rainfall, but the suspect took advantage of the situation and took her into the inner part […]
France 2018 FIFA World Cup winner and former Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti has announced his retirement from professional football at 31 years. According to Tribuna, while his Instagram post captured his gratitude and reflection — “I gave EVERYTHING with passion and I regret NOTHING” — it was his farewell video at Lyon’s stadium that truly […]
Two-time World Cup silver medallists Nigeria will begin their quest for next year’s FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup finals when they face their Rwandan counterparts on Sunday in a second round, first leg encounter in Kigali. The Falconets are scheduled to depart the country on Thursday for the match against the Rwandan U20 girls. Germany, […]
Nigeria Football Federation has finalised arrangements for the U20 boys, the Flying Eagles, to sharpen their skills and readiness with two friendly matches against host nation Chile and Australia ahead of this year’s FIFA U20 World Cup finals. Dayo Enebi Achor, head of International Competitions, confirmed that the two-time silver medallists will take on host […]
Zenith Bank/Nigeria Basketball Federation National Women’s Basketball League takes centre stage in Lagos from today, with eight teams vying for honours. Defending champions, Mountain of Fire (MFM) Basketball Team, are the centre of attention after winning the last two editions of the competition. The eight teams will compete in a round-robin format, where the best […]
Akwa Ibom State governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has instructed the state ministries of Education and Sports to collaborate with the Ministerial Organising Committee of the recently concluded State Sports Festival to reinstate sporting activities in primary and secondary schools. He emphasised the importance of reviving defunct inter-house and inter-school sporting competitions. Speaking at the closing […]
Malam Shehu Dikko, the chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), has sworn in the newly elected president and board members of the Cycling Federation of Nigeria (CFN). He urged them to prioritise the growth and promotion of cycling as a major sport in the country. The swearing-in ceremony on Monday in Abuja followed the […]
Otunba Gbenga Elegbeleye, chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), has expressed sorrow over the passing of Mrs. Rachel Enagbere, describing her death as a big loss to both the league and the broader football community in Nigeria. Enagbere was in Lagos serving as the referees assessor for the NPFL Matchday 4 fixture between […]