Nsikakabasi Akpan
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Off the Pitch
Lionel Messi Regrets Not Learning English as a Child
Lionel Messi has admitted that, despite his legendary football career, he wishes he had learned English when he was younger.…
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9ja Flavour
Etoro Bassey, Wisdom Effiong and Favour James of Team Akwa Ibom Dominate Tennis at 2nd Niger Delta Games
Team Akwa Ibom delivered an outstanding performance in tennis at the 2nd Niger Delta Games, winning four medals in the…
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Off the Pitch
Achraf Hakimi to Stand Trial Over Rape Allegation
Paris Saint-Germain defender and Morocco international Achraf Hakimi is set to face trial after being accused of rape, an allegation…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Osimhen Names Buruk and Spalletti as Key Influences, Backs Chelle for Super Eagles
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has identified Okan Buruk and Luciano Spalletti as the most influential managers of his career, while…
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Super Falcons
Super Falcons Begin Preparations for 2026 WAFCON
Nigeria’s senior women’s national team, the Super Falcons, have opened camp ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations…
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African Football
Morocco in Talks With Xavi Hernández to Replace Walid Regragui
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation, led by Fouzi Lekjaa, has opened talks with former FC Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández to…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Osimhen Salary Rumours Dismissed as Galatasaray Focus on Fitness and Europe
Galatasaray have played down reports linking Victor Osimhen’s recent absence to financial problems, insisting the striker was rested due to…
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9ja Flavour
2nd Niger Delta Games: Etoro Bassey Thrilled After Beating Lorelay Holzendorff to Reach Women’s Tennis Final
Team Akwa Ibom tennis player Etoro Bassey has described her victory over Lorelay Holzendorff as “thrilling” after reaching the women’s…
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9ja Flavour
Nigeria Premier Football League Matchday 27: Full Round-Up
Matchday 27 of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League saw key results as teams battled for points at both ends…
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9ja Flavour
Niger Delta Games: Scouting Committee Zooming on Generation Next Athletes
As the second edition of the Niger Delta Games enters Day-3 in Benin, Edo State, the Scouting Committee has said…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Wilfred Ndidi Marks Emotional Return with Goal as Beşiktaş Crush Göztepe 4–0
Beşiktaş J.K. delivered a commanding win in the Turkish Süper Lig on Sunday, but the standout story belonged to Super…
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Football
Gyokeres and Eze Brace as Arsenal Beat Tottenham 4–1 in North London Derby
Arsenal recorded an impressive 4–1 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the north London derby at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Arokodare Condemns Racist Abuse After Wolves Loss to Crystal Palace
Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare has spoken out against racism after he was targeted with abusive messages on social media following…
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9ja Flavour
13-Year-Old Hephzibah Okon Stuns Older Athletes to Win 800m Gold at 2nd Niger Delta Games
Thirteen-year-old Hephzibah Gabriel Okon produced a remarkable performance at the 2nd Niger Delta Games, clinching gold in the Women’s 800m…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Frank Onyeka Explains Coventry City’s Win Over West Brom
Coventry City midfielder Frank Onyeka has explained what helped his team secure a 2-0 away win over West Bromwich Albion…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Ademola Lookman Equals Luis Suárez Record After Scoring in Atletico Madrid Win
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman scored for Atletico Madrid in their 4-2 win over Espanyol on Saturday. Lookman kept his…
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African Football
CAF Introduces New Coaching Rules for Clubs and National Teams
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has introduced new coaching requirements for all clubs and national teams across Africa. The…
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9ja Flavour
2nd Niger Delta Games: What Happened in Boxing on Saturday
The boxing events at the 2nd Niger Delta Games on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in…
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9ja Flavour
2nd Niger Delta Games: Delta State Claims Double Gold in 100m Finals
Delta State enjoyed a big moment at the 2nd Niger Delta Games in Benin City on Saturday, as Ejiro Peter…
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African Football
Ismaily Players Walk Off Pitch in Protest Over Referee Decision
Players of Ismaily SC briefly walked off the pitch during their match against Wadi Degla SC after a controversial refereeing…
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Other Sports
Team Akwa Ibom’s Princewill Itoro Targets Gold Medal at 2nd Niger Delta Games
Princewill Itoro Effong, a 60 kg male boxer from Akwa Ibom State, has said that only a gold medal will…
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9ja Flavour
Gara-Gombe warns NFF over Chelle’s reported demands
Former chairman of the Gombe State Football Association, Ahmed Shuaibu Gara-Gombe, has warned Nigerian football authorities not to agree to…
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9ja Flavour
2nd Niger Delta Games Declared Open in Benin City
The second edition of the Niger Delta Games has been officially declared open in Benin City, Edo State, with leaders…
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Super Eagles
NFF Denies Reports of Eric Chelle’s Contract Demands
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed reports claiming Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle asked for a new contract…
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9ja Flavour
Team Akwa Ibom Athletes Shine in Celebration-Filled Opening of 2nd Niger Delta Games
Team Akwa Ibom shone brightly at the opening ceremony of the 2nd Niger Delta Games at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Europa League: Iheanacho Returns as Celtic Struggle Against Stuttgart
Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho made his return for Celtic in a tough night for the Scottish side, who suffered…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Ivan Leko Disappointed as Onyedika Set to Miss Second Leg
Club Brugge head coach Ivan Leko has expressed his disappointment after it was confirmed that Raphael Onyedika will miss the…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Gavin Hunt Explains Why Olisa Ndah Will Miss Cup Debut
Stellenbosch FC head coach Gavin Hunt has explained why Super Eagles defender Olisa Ndah will not feature in their Cup…
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9ja Flavour
Edo Games 2026: Athletes Arrive, Begin Accreditation at BIU
Athletes competing in the 2nd Niger Delta Games have arrived in Benin City, Edo State, and commenced accreditation at Benson…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Bayern Scouts Watch Osimhen in Champions League Clash
Bayern Munich officials were present in Istanbul to watch Victor Osimhen during Galatasaray’s 5-2 Champions League victory over Juventus. The…
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