NIGERIA

Super Falcons midfielder Ngozi Okobi has lauded Desire Oparanozie following her decision to retire from professional football. Oparanozie announced her retirement from football on Wednesday. The 29-year-old made the announcement on her X (formerly known as Twitter) handle. “To my fans, family and friends, thank you for the support over the years. It’s time to take a bow, as I …

Nigeria’s D’Tigers began their Paris 2024 FIBA Men’s pre-qualifying Olympic qualifying tournaments off to a losing start after going down to Senegal on Monday. In the first game in Group A and also in the tournament played at Eko Convention Centre, Lagos, D’Tigers lost 93 – 87. D’Tigers took the first quarter 26 – 25 but lost the second quarter …

Cameroon v Nigeria Battles to Goalless Draw in Intense Clash – Latest Sports News In Nigeria In the first half, Nigeria dominated with swift pace and precise passing, generating numerous opportunities that unfortunately went unconverted.   As the game progressed into the second half, both teams intensified their efforts, creating chances in a more balanced …

Nigeria beat Mozambique to End poor run in Friendlies – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The Super Eagles of Nigeria ended October’s international window with a hard fought victory over Mozambique, on Monday. Nigeria, at the Estadio Municipal De Albufeira Portimao, …

Boavista defender, Bruno Onyemaechi is upbeat the Super Eagles can win a fourth Africa Cup of Nations title in Cote d’Ivoire next year, reports Completesports.com. The Super Eagles will head into the competition as one of the favourites. Jose Peseiro’s men will face hosts Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea and Guinea-Bissau in Group A. The Super Eagles last tasted …

Ola Aina has been named winner of Nottingham Forest’s Player of the Month award, reports Completesports.com. The Nigeria international’s superb strike in Forest’s 2-0 victory against Aston Villa at the City Ground was overwhelming voted for by the club’s supporters. Aina guided a powerful shot past Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez on five minutes. It was the full-back’s first goal for …

Super Eagles out to end Unwanted Record – Latest Sports News In Nigeria It’s an important game for both teams, particularly for Nigeria, who are looking to end a 15-game winless streak in friendly matches. While the Eagles have endured difficult …

Terem Moffi, Frank Onyeka and Moses Simon were on target for the Super Eagles of Nigeria as they seal a 3-2 win over Mozambique in a friendly game on Monday. The Eagles trailed after six minutes following a shock goal conceded with Francis Uzoho in goal. Uzoho, who had made a howler in the team’s previous friendly game against Saudi …

Members of the House of Representatives, Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and other well-meaning Nigerians have paid visits to give their full support to the member representing Ideato North/South Federal Constituency of Imo State, Hon. Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, following the judgement of the Election Petitions Tribunal ordering his removal from office. Recall …

Victor Osimhen is now ready to renew his contract with Napoli after agreeing terms with the Partenopei. Osimhen was a subject of interest from a number of top clubs in Europe following his superlative displays for Napoli last season The 24-year-old scored 26 goals in 32 league games to help the Parthenopeans win their first title in 33 years. Read …