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Leeds United target Nigerian star as solution to left-back dilemma

Leeds United are reportedly close to finalising a future deal with the star Nigerian left-back. David NgengeAfter an impressive trial in Ikorodu City. Although the 16-year-old has caught the eye of scouts, FIFA regulations prevent him from signing professional contracts until he turns 18. As a result, the youngster will have to wait two more years before officially joining the …

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Eguavoen names Ilechukwu, Ogunmodede and his new technical team at the Super Eagles

Super Eagles interim coach Augustine Eguavoen has reinforced his coaching staff with notable figures from the domestic league to assist in the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Eguavoen has called up Enugu Rangers coach Fidelis Ilechukwu who guided his side to victory in Nigeria’s premier league last season and Daniel Ogunmodede of …

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Nigerian badminton star Mariam Eniola Bolaji makes history and wins bronze at Paris Paralympics

On behalf of the entire Board of Directors of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) and the entire badminton family in Nigeria, the President of the Federation, Francis Orbih, is pleased to announce the historic achievement of Nigerian Para-Badminton player at the ongoing Paralympic Games in Paris, Mariam Eniola Bolaji. Read also: 2024 NWFL CHAMPIONSHIP: Angels Generation of the Chosen …

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2024 NWFL CHAMPIONSHIP: Ibom Angels vow to defeat the chosen generation, en route to picking a promotion spot

Chosen Generation Female FC of Ogun State could suffer another heavy defeat on Monday in the ongoing Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Championship playoffs in Calabar. This follows a no-holds-barred statement from Ibom Angels assistant coach Nyang Uko who said his team will be looking for victory in their final Group B1 match. Coach Uko further told sports247.ng after his …

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Paralympic badminton athlete Bolaji’s gold medal dream comes to an end as tributes are paid to her late coach

The fascinating history of NigeriaBadminton sensation Mariam Bolaji’s run in the 2024 Paralympic Games badminton women’s singles SL3 event came to an end after losing to China’s Xiao Zuxian in the semi-final, falling short of the gold medal target, Sports247 reports. Bolaji, who made history as the first African to reach the semi-final of the event on Sunday when she …

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Ighalo criticises fans for attacking Osimhen

Ighalo slams fans for attacking Osimhen – Latest Nigeria Sports News Former Super Eagles player Odion Jude Ighalo has criticised the treatment meted out to Victor Osimhen by Nigerian football fans following his exclusion from the Napoli squad for the season. Osimhen failed to secure a transfer before the window closed and will now be sidelined with no game time …

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NFF officially launches communication devices for NPFL referees at Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), under the leadership of Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, has officially introduced the use of communication devices for referees in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). This important development was unveiled today at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu, during the match between Rangers International and Elkanemi Warriors. The move is in fulfilment of a promise made …

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