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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerian journalists and media organizations to resist becoming propaganda channels for terrorists and kidnappers, urging the press to maintain professionalism and put the interests of the nation above sensational reporting. The President made the call on Thursday during the inaugural dinner of the Press Corps of the House of Representatives held at the …

Nigeria’s U-17 girls, the Flamingos, will take another significant step towards the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 when they host their neighbours, Benin Republic, in the first leg of the final qualifying round at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, on Saturday. A place in the world’s top competition is now within reach, with just two matches between the Flamingos …

The highly anticipated Nigerian Universal Keystone Sports Awards (NUKSA) will take place on Thursday 3rd September 2026 at the prestigious Ham Polo Club, Richmond, South West London. The awards ceremony will bring together an exceptional gathering of athletes, sports professionals, stakeholders and enthusiasts to celebrate outstanding achievements across the sporting landscape. NUKSA aims to honor excellence, resilience and impact among …

Brentford FC officially announced the deal on their website on Friday, confirming that the 21-year-old’s new long-term contract runs until the summer of 2032, with the club having an option for a further year. Kayode, an Italy U-21 international, joined The Bees from Fiorentina on loan in January 2025 before making the move permanent. The athletic full-back has made 56 …

The appointment of Tukur Babangida as the Executive Chairman of the Kano State Sports Commission is a defining moment for the future of sports in Kano. It is an opportunity not only to revive the structures, but to reimagine a system that can restore Kano’s position as one of Nigeria’s premier sporting states. Babangida’s advantage is his in-depth knowledge of …

Abayomi Ademola Portugal booked their place in the last 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia in Toronto, with a controversial VAR decision denying Zlatko Dalic’s side an injury-time equalizer in one of the most dramatic finishes of the tournament. Croatia thought they had forced extra time in the 103rd minute when Josko …

The president of Turkish side Bursaspor has confirmed the search for a striker in the summer transfer market ahead of the start of pre-season training, reports OwnGoalNigeria.com. Enes Çelik confirmed that the club is weighing its options as it looks to add a striker. He said: “It could happen after the Bolu training camp. We won’t rush it. We said …

Post views: 21 Former Bayelsa Sports Commissioner Opukiri Jones-Ere has been elected president of the Nigeria Amputee Football FederationFormer Bayelsa State Commissioner for Sports, Opukiri Jones-Ere, has been elected as the new president of the Nigeria Amputee Football Federation. Speaking yesterday shortly after his election, the sports technocrat expressed gratitude to the leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC), …

Algeria has become the sixth African nation to exit the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the round of 32, deepening the continent’s disappointing run in the knockout stage. The North Africans were outclassed by a disciplined Swiss team, with Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye scoring to send Switzerland into the last 16 and …

CALGARY – Calgary Stampeders quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. lived up to its “Big Play VA” moniker on Thursday. The Stampeders quarterback tied the franchise record for touchdown passes in a game with six and rushed for another in a 58-36 win over the visiting Toronto Argonauts to win the “Stampede Bowl” for the second straight year. The 33-year-old Adams, in …