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Finidi George Eyes Winning Start as Rivers United Face Remo Stars in NPFL Opener

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Rivers United head coach, Finidi George, has set his sights on a positive start to the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) campaign. The Port Harcourt side will lock horns with reigning champions Remo Stars in today’s season-opening fixture at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Abeokuta. Both teams were title contenders last season, with Remo […]

Osimhen Urges Manchester City’s Akanji to Join Galatasaray

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has reportedly encouraged Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji to make the switch to the Turkish champions this summer. According to reports, Osimhen held talks with the 30-year-old Swiss international of Nigerian descent, urging him to consider a move to Istanbul. The Super Eagles forward shared the update while addressing Galatasaray’s growing […]

Flying Eagles Star Auwal Ibrahim Seals Move to Etoile du Sahel

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Flying Eagles midfielder Auwal Ibrahim has completed a move to Tunisian giants Etoile du Sahel, signing a three-year contract with the Red and White. Ibrahim, who previously featured for Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Akwa United, rose to prominence with his standout displays at the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations held in May. […]

President Tinubu, First Lady Celebrate D’Tigress’ Historic Fifth Afrobasket TitlePresident Tinubu, First Lady Celebrate D’Tigress’ Historic Fifth Afrobasket Title

August 4, 2025August 4, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, have extended their heartfelt congratulations to Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, following their historic triumph at the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket tournament held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. D’Tigress, under the leadership of Coach Rena Wakama, secured their fifth consecutive Afrobasket title after defeating Mali in […]

Edo Sports Commission Boss Celebrates Triumphs In Badminton, Rugby, And Afrobasket Glory

August 4, 2025August 4, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Honorable Desmond Enabulele, has showered praises on Team Edo and Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team for their outstanding recent performances. He described them as a testament to the growing dominance of Nigerian athletes in local and continental sports, and commended the athletes for their excellence and […]

Ademola Lookman Submits Transfer Request to Atalanta Amid Inter Milan Interest

August 4, 2025August 4, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has officially handed in a transfer request to Atalanta, expressing his desire to leave the Serie A club. According to renowned football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Lookman’s decision comes after Atalanta rejected several offers from Inter Milan. The 26-year-old winger is reportedly frustrated with the club’s refusal to let him […]

Adamawa Governor Fintiri Gifts Super Falcons Coach Madugu House and N50 Million for WAFCON Triumph

August 2, 2025August 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has rewarded Super Falcons head coach, Justin Pwanidi Madugu, with a three-bedroom bungalow and a cash gift of N50 million in recognition of his outstanding leadership at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Coach Madugu led Nigeria’s women’s national football team to a record-setting 10th WAFCON title […]

Mohamed Salah Bids Emotional Farewell as Luis Diaz Joins Bayern Munich

August 1, 2025August 1, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has sent a heartfelt farewell message to teammate Luis Diaz following the Colombian’s move to Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich. Diaz officially completed his transfer to the German champions, signing a four-year deal that ends his three-and-a-half-year stint at Anfield. During his time with the Reds, the 27-year-old winger won four major […]