Year: 2024
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Super Eagles
Super Eagles edge Black Stars 2-1 in tough duel in Marrakech
In his first bow as helmsman of the Super Eagles, goals by Cyriel Dessers and Ademola Lookman put smiles on…
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Handball
Nigeria’s Handball team ends 21-Year medal drought at African Games
In a historic moment for Nigerian handball, the national team has secured a medal at the African Games for the…
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Tennis
Daniil Medvedev faces uphill battle at Miami Open amidst recent setbacks
Defending champion Daniil Medvedev finds himself in a challenging position as he enters the ongoing Miami Open, with recent losses…
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Athletics
Nigerian Athletes shine on Day 4 of African Games to maintain lead
Nigerian athletes continued their impressive run on Day 4 of the African Games, adding more gold medals to their tally…
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Super Eagles
Nigeria vs Ghana: Finidi George names five defenders in starting XI like Peseiro
Interim head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria Finidi George has announced his starting XI lineup for the international…
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Cricket
Nigeria Women’s Cricket team climbs one spot in ICC T20 Rankings
The Nigeria Senior Women’s Cricket team have made significant strides in the International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 rankings, moving up…
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9ja Flavour
Nigerian MMA star Sodiq Yusuff set for UFC 300 showdown against Diego Lopes
Nigerian Mixed Martial Artist (MMA) Sodiq Yusuff is gearing up for a highly anticipated showdown against Diego Lopes at UFC…
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Other Sports
Nigeria’s Odunayo Adekuoroye secures No. 1 ranking in World Wrestling
Nigeria’s Odunayo Adekuoroye has ascended to the No. 1 position in the world rankings for the 57 kg category in…
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Off the Pitch
William Troost-Ekong reveals how he endured hamstring struggle to help Nigeria at the AFCON
William Troost-Ekong’s heroics during Nigeria’s AFCON 2023 campaign have been illuminated by revelations of his battle with injury throughout the…
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Super Eagles
‘ Not just a friendly game ‘ – Super Eagles defender speaks about Nigeria vs Ghana clash
Ahead of today’s International friendly game, Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo emphasised that the upcoming match against eternal rivals Ghana…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Enugu Rangers ready for NPFL Oriental derby vs Heartland FC
Enugu Rangers FC have ramped up their preparations for the upcoming oriental derby clash against Heartland FC in Aba. The…
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9ja Flavour
Nigeria’s Ese Brume jumps 6.92m to win African games gold
Nigeria’s Ese Brume soared to victory in the women’s long jump event at the African Games, showcasing her prowess by…
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9ja Flavour
Sports Minister commends Team Nigeria’s outstanding performances at African Games
The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has showered praise on Nigerian athletes for their exceptional achievements…
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9ja Flavour
Ghana defeat Nigeria to win African games women’s football gold
In an electrifying “Jollof Derby,” hosts Ghana emerged triumphant over Nigeria’s Falconets to secure the Gold medal at the 13th…
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9ja Flavour
‘ I dont care about social media abuse ‘ – Alex Iwobi
Nigerian footballer Alex Iwobi has revealed his resilience in the face of online abuse, emphasising that he remains unfazed by…
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Basketball
Steph Curry makes history with 300 three-pointers as Warriors defeat Grizzlies
In a thrilling NBA matchup, the Golden State Warriors emerged victorious against the Memphis Grizzlies with a commanding 137-116 win,…
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Off the Pitch
Brazilian Footballer Robinho mandated to serve nine-year prison sentence for rape
Former Manchester City and AC Milan player Robinho is facing imprisonment following a ruling by Brazil’s Supreme Court (STJ) in…
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Off the Pitch
Neymar’s father denies making fresh payments for Dani Alves’ bail
Neymar’s father has issued a statement refuting recent reports suggesting that Neymar’s family made fresh payments on behalf of convicted…
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Super Eagles
Ademola Lookman confident and ready for Nigeria vs Ghana
Atalanta forward, Ademola Lookman has expressed the Super Eagles’ readiness to take on Ghana this Friday, aiming to showcase their…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Odion Ighalo shares photos of luxurious Maldives break
In the midst of a challenging Saudi Pro League season, Al Wehda F.C forward Odion Ighalo, has shared photos of…
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Off the Pitch
Michelle Alozie’s coach sacked over alleged player relationship
Nigeria Super Falcons star, Michelle Alozie and her club Houston Dash are trending after their goalkeeping coach Matt Lampson was…
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Basketball
Injury woes continue for Lakers as Christian Wood is ruled out for regular season
Los Angeles Lakers’ big man, Christian Wood, faced another setback in his recovery journey as he has been ruled out…
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Falconets
Nigeria’s Falconets to clash with Ghana’s Black Princesses in African games women’s football final
In the ongoing 13th African Games in Ghana, Nigeria’s women Under 20 side, the Falconets, are set to face off…
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Hockey
Nigeria Women’s hockey team coach determined to win gold on Friday
Peter Okwudili Menyei, the head coach of Nigeria’s national women’s Hockey team, expressed confidence that his team will aim for…
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NEWS
See why Mohammed Kudus will miss Nigeria Vs Ghana clash
Ghana and West Ham attacking midfielder, Mohammed Kudus, is set to miss the highly anticipated clash against Nigeria after sustaining…
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Super Eagles
‘We want to make Nigerians proud’ – Interim Super Eagles coach Finidi George declares
Finidi George has expressed his determination to take the upcoming friendly games against Ghana and Mali seriously as he steps…
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Basketball
D’Tigress know Paris Olympic games opposition
D’Tigress, Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, is set to face tough opposition in the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games, as revealed…
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Athletics
Tobi Amusan clinches third consecutive women’s 100m hurdles title at African games
Tobi Amusan has once again asserted her dominance in the women’s 100m hurdles at the African Games, securing her third…
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Super Eagles
Osayi-Samuel Joins Super Eagles camp after Fenerbahce heroics
Bright Osayi-Samuel, dubbed ‘Anthony Joshua’ by Nigerians for his recent heroics, has linked up with the Super Eagles squad at…
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Off the Pitch
Mali star Yves Bissouma stirs controversy on social Media after snub for Super Eagles game
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Yves Bissouma has sparked controversy on social media after taking drastic action in response to being omitted…
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