Amusan ready for Olympics after receiving CAS nod – Latest Nigerian sports news The CAS ruling dismissed appeals by World Athletics and the World Anti-Doping Agency, which had previously led to Amusan’s provisional suspension by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) in July 2023 for “whereabouts failures.” Amusan was initially suspended for an infraction, but was …
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Coach Olowookere prepares Nigeria U-17 team for World Cup challenge
Coach Bankole Olowookere, head coach of the Flamingos, is gearing up for the U-17 World Cup after securing a ticket to the tournament. He recognizes the difference between playing qualifiers in Africa and competing on the world stage, emphasizing the need for thorough preparation. Read Also: Bankole Olowookere remains positive despite Naija Ratels’ narrow loss to Rivers Angels in Federation …
Read More »Finidi George ready to return to management
Just weeks after resigning from his position as Super Eagles head coach, NPFL side Rivers United are reportedly eyeing Finidi George as their new head coach. Finidi resigned as Super Eagles coach after the NFF decided to appoint a foreign technical adviser to take over the role, offering him the role of assistant coach instead. Unwilling to accept relegation, the …
Read More »Bayelsa Queens congratulate Rivers Angels
The President of Bayelsa Queens Football Club, Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala, on behalf of the management, technical team, players and support staff congratulated Rivers Angels FC of Port Harcourt, for their resounding victory against Naija Ratels in the Federation President Cup. According to Pastor Aprela, it was an incredible achievement for Rivers Angels as they truly demonstrated their exceptional skills …
Read More »Rivers United reject $150,000 bid for Andy Okpe
Rivers United reject $150,000 offer for Andy Okpe – Latest Sports News In Nigeria According to club sources, the Premier Soccer League side were interested in securing the 23-year-old striker, but Rivers United are sticking to their guns. The club’s refusal to sell Okpe is part of a strategic effort to build a formidable team …
Read More »Sports Minister praises CAS clearance for Amusan, says Tobi has always shown passion and commitment
The Honourable Minister for Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has expressed immense joy and relief on behalf of all Nigerian sports lovers following the clearance of Oluwatobiloba Amusan by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). The senator said the ruling represents a significant boost to Nigeria’s hopes for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games. “Seeing Oluwatobiloba Amusan acquitted …
Read More »Atalanta to discuss Lookman’s future
Italian club Atalanta will deliberate on the future of their star striker Ademola Lookman following a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia’s Al Ittihad. The 26-year-old striker has attracted significant interest from Premier League giants Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea. Now, the Saudi Pro League club has joined the chase, expressing its desire to negotiate a deal. Italian news outlet TuttoMercatoWeb …
Read More »Maduka Okoye reflects on his journey to becoming Udinese’s first-choice goalkeeper
Super Eagles‘Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has spoken about his remarkable journey to becoming the first-choice goalkeeper for Udinese, one of Italy’s top Serie A clubs. In an exclusive interview with Oma Sports TV, Okoye shared his experiences and the challenges he overcame to secure his place in the starting lineup. Also read: Bayelsa State Government is committed to the development of …
Read More »Nigerian wrestlers begin Olympic training in Germany
The Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF) has announced that training of its overseas wrestlers for the 2024 Paris Olympics will begin on Monday in Saarbrucken, Germany. NWF President Daniel Igali shared this information with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) yesterday in Ibadan, stating that the overseas training will follow the current local camp in Yenagoa which concludes on Sunday. Credit: …
Read More »Funmilola Oyewole talks growth and inclusion at Milo Schools Basketball Championship
Funmilola Oyewole, Sports Marketing Manager at Milo Beverages, discussed the growth and inclusion of the Milo National School Basketball Championship. Speaking at the Basketball Hall of the Surulere National Stadium, where the finals of the competition took place on Friday, Oyewole stressed that this important grassroots event has successfully brought together participants from all over Nigeria. Read also: BREAKING NEWS: …
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