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The politicking for the exalted position of the Delta State Sports Commission is receiving more public attention due to the unsavory politics of some influential individuals, who are bent on retaining their long-standing iron grip on the fortunes of youth and sports development in the oil-rich state. And as the public eagerly awaits the appointment of a new chairman who …

The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, through the Player Status and Arbitration Committee, has approved an additional three-week grace period for indebted clubs to clear their debts and comply with the committee’s decisions, Sports247 reports. We have exclusively learnt that the indebted clubs have been given until 27 September 2024 to comply with the decision of the Nigeria Football Federation’s Refereeing …

It was another reign of impunity as the remainder of the opening round of the Nigerian Premier League football got underway this week. We have reliably checked the facts and gathered that the NPFL is fast becoming a league where unprofessionalism and “I don’t know how” are the order of the day. Barely a week after it emerged how Elkanemi …

1 The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has revoked its approval for Ghana’s Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi. According to CAF, technical problems, including an unsuitable playing field, prompted the action. This decision follows CAF’s assessment of the stadium following the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match between Ghana and Angola, scheduled for 5 September 2024. CAF inspectors identified …

The Director-General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Lekan Fatodu, has reiterated that the state will continue to leverage on development programmes and other initiatives to continue producing rising stars that will take over the global stage. Read also: Funds still lacking: Urgent appeal to state governors to step up support as National Youth Games kick off in Asaba He …

1 Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong believes the team’s performance against Rwanda in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier was good. The Super Eagles were held to a goalless draw by Rwanda in their second Group D match on Tuesday. The CB praised the team’s effort and said he is proud of their resilience. “I am proud of the …

The Lagos State Football Association has concluded the divisional playoffs for the 2023/2024 State Football League, setting the stage for the much-anticipated Super 5 tournament. The competition will determine which teams will represent Lagos State in the Nigeria National League (NLO) Division 2 zonal qualifiers scheduled from September 20 to 28 in Ibadan, Oyo State. In a statement released by …

1 Nigeria women’s U-20 head coach Chris Danjuma has said his side are ready for their round of 16 clash against Japan at the World Cup. The match will take place at the Metropolitano de Techo Stadium in Bogotá on Friday morning. Japan, who topped Group E with nine points from three games, will face a Nigerian side who finished …

As more than 3,000 young athletes gather in Asaba, Delta State, for the eighth National Youth Games, a critical problem has come to light: many state governors have failed to release the necessary funds to support their athletes. Read also: Governor Umoh Eno praises Ibom Angels, donates N5m for NWFL Premiership qualification This delay has left many teams struggling with …

11 Former Super Eagles and Chelsea midfielder Mikel John Obi has spoken about his involvement in Chelsea’s failed attempt to sign Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen during the summer transfer window. Mikel, who spent more than a decade at Chelsea and won numerous trophies with the club, has never hidden his desire for Osimhen to join the Premier League side. With …