NSF: Olopade Praises IJA as Swimmer Abili Eyes Olympic Glory
Hon. Bukola Olopade, Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), has expressed delight at the standout performances of the Invited Junior Athletes (IJA) at the 22nd National Sports Festival, Ogun 2024. Speaking after the medal presentation at the swimming event, Olopade lauded IJA swimmer Aidan Dumuje Abili, who clinched three medals—two silver and one bronze—at […]
Ivan Toney Earns England Recall
Former Brentford striker Ivan Toney has been named in England’s squad for next month’s World Cup qualifier against Andorra and a friendly against Senegal, marking his first call-up since joining Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli last summer. The 29-year-old, who last played for England in the Euro 2024 final loss to Spain, has impressed with 28 […]
Golden Eaglets Soar into Semi-Finals at National Sports Festival
The Golden Eaglets, Nigeria’s five-time world champions, have secured a commanding 5-0 victory over Ebonyi State in the quarter-finals of the football event at the ongoing 22nd National Sports Festival in Ogun State, advancing to the semi-finals. Abdulmuiz Adeleke led the charge, scoring twice after netting the opener in Monday’s 2-1 win against Edo State. […]
Team Oyo Dazzles at NSF with Impressive Medal Haul
Team Oyo delivered a stellar performance at the ongoing National Sports Festival, securing a total of 13 medals across various events on Thursday, May 22, 2025. The contingent’s remarkable display included four gold, four silver, and five bronze medals, showcasing their versatility and dominance in multiple sports. Leading the charge, Adeyemi Saheed clinched gold in […]
Teen Swimmer Oyo State’s First Swimming Medal in Seven Years
Tofunmi Ibidapo, a 13-year-old prodigy, made history for Oyo State by clinching a silver medal in the 200-meter breaststroke at the Gateway Games held at MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta, ending a seven-year medal drought in swimming for the state since the 2018 National Sports Festival in Abuja. The young swimmer outshone strong competition from […]
Tobi Amusan Set for Diamond League in Rabat
World record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, Tobi Amusan, is slated to compete in the fourth leg of the Wanda Diamond League in Rabat, Morocco, this Sunday, as confirmed by the event’s official entries. The 28-year-old Nigerian hurdler, who missed the World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou, China, earlier this month due to the Athletics […]
Cyclist’s Gold Fuels National Camp Ambitions at NSF
Ashiribo Olalekan, Team Kwara’s cycling star, clinched the state’s first gold medal at the 22nd National Sports Festival in Abeokuta, setting his sights on a national camp call-up as the ultimate reward for his triumph. Speaking to reporters after his victory, an elated Olalekan expressed confidence in Team Kwara’s medal prospects. “Our coach’s zeal and […]
Super Eagles Legends Chelle’s Inclusive Squad for Unity Cup
Super Eagles icons Mutiu Adepoju and Garba Lawal have commended Nigeria’s head coach Eric Chelle for his strategic blend of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) players and foreign-based professionals in the 25-man squad for the 2025 Unity Cup in London. Chelle announced the squad on Wednesday, including 10 home-based players for Nigeria’s semi-final clash against […]
Enekwechi Set for Diamond League Debut
Nigerian athlete Chukwuebuka Enekwechi is gearing up for his first appearance in the 2025 Wanda Diamond League season at the fourth installment in Rabat on Sunday, where he will compete in the men’s shot put event. The 32-year-old, who missed the season’s opening meets in Xiamen (April 26), Shanghai (May 3), and Doha (May 16) […]
Kwara United Secures Historic President Federation Cup Final
Kwara United has clinched a place in the President Federation Cup final for the first time in 49 years, defeating Rangers International 1-0 in a thrilling semi-final at Mobolaji Johnson Arena on Wednesday. Wasiu Alalade proved to be the match-winner, scoring the only goal in the 48th minute, shortly after the second half began. Despite […]