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Obasogie grabs Assist, but Enyimba beat Bendel Insurance

In a thrilling rescheduled match in Aba on Wednesday, Enyimba secured a 2-1 win against Bendel Insurance, breaking a 15-year home jinx. Goals from Joseph Atule and Chijioke Mbaoma marked Enyimba’s first victory over Insurance since 2008, propelling them to consecutive wins in the current NPFL season. The deadlock was broken in the 70th minute when Atule scored for the …

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SWAN president supports long-term solution for Umuahia Municipality stadium pitch

Post views: 53 By Wakawaka Sports The President of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Abia State Chapter, Kingsley Okwum, has appealed to the Abia State Government to consider installing a modern synthetic pitch at the Umuahia Township Stadium as part of the ongoing renovation, describing it as the best long-term solution for the facility. Speaking on the …

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Ajayi: Nigerian sprinting sensation aims for gold at 2026 Commonwealth Games

Nigeria’s sprint sensation Kayinsola Ajayi has declared himself ready for the 2026 Commonwealth Games after winning in the men’s 100m at the London Diamond League on Saturday. The 21-year-old produced another outstanding performance, clocking 9.84 seconds to defeat reigning world champion Oblique Seville of Jamaica, who placed second in 9.87 seconds, while Romell Glave of Great Britain finished third in …

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‘Development must precede big salaries’: Ikorodu City Chairman Sanmi Doherty responds to NPFL reform agenda

Ikorodu City FC President Sanmi Doherty has called for a balanced approach to ongoing reforms in Nigerian football, insisting that grassroots development and youth academies must take priority over imposing heavy financial obligations on clubs. READ ALSO: Club owners must embrace reforms or risk being left behind’: NSC CEO Bukola Olopade pushes for NPFL review His comments come in response …

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Trabzonspor demands 30 million euros for Onuachu

Trabzonspor have put a €30 million price tag on Paul Onuachu amid transfer interest. completesports.com information. The Nigerian international has been heavily linked with a move away from Papara Park this summer. Trabzonspor have rejected two different offers from Fenerbahçe. Fenerbahçe’s rival in Istanbul, Beşiktaş, is observing the situation and has not yet made any proposals. Read also:Trabzonspor ready to …

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France and England renew their rivalry in the playoffs for third place in the 2026 World Cup

The curtain may not yet have fallen on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, because before the grand final takes center stage, France and England will renew one of international football’s fiercest rivalries in Saturday’s third-place play-off at 10pm Nigeria time. While neither team would have imagined competing for a bronze medal after entering the tournament as title favourites, both teams …

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Bukola Olopade transformed Nigerian sport through visionary leadership – Chief Chris Onwuzurike

Post views: 30 The President of the Imo State Athletics Association, Founder and Funder of the Akanchawa Educational Foundation and Chairman/CEO of the KEO Group, Chief Chris Onwuzurike, has described the appointment of the Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, as one of the greatest developments in the history of Nigerian sports. Speaking exclusively …

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Bursaspor completes the signing of Kelechi Iheanacho for three seasons

By: David Akande Kelechi Iheanacho has officially joined Turkish side Bursaspor after signing a three-year contract with the club. The Nigerian striker was introduced today in a welcome video shared on the club’s social media platforms, accompanied by the message: “Ailemize Hoş Geldin, Kelechi Iheanacho” (Welcome to our family, Kelechi Iheanacho). 💚🤍 Iheanacho becomes one of the latest additions to …

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Deal closed: Newly promoted Serie A team to present Super Eagles star

Venezia, newly promoted to the Italian Serie A, have reached an agreement for the signing of Nigerian international striker Jerome Akor Adams from Sevilla, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. On the afternoon of July 10, an agreement was reached with Sevilla for the arrival of Adams, after the visit of sporting director Antonelli to Spain. The agreement amounted to 16 million euros plus …

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