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Dolegala, Ticats prepare to face Roughriders

REGINA – Jake Dolegala has not hesitated to step into the role of starting quarterback for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Dolegala, who has a 2-9 career record as a CFL starter, will replace the injured Bo Levi Mitchell when the Tiger-Cats visit the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Sunday. The 29-year-old Dolegala, who is in his second season with Hamilton, understands the expectations …

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NIS DG Shaibu votes in Edo LG election, reveals why Tinubu will win 2027 presidential election

The Director General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Comrade Philip Shaibu, has expressed confidence in the political strength of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying the President’s re-election prospects are not something his supporters are worried about. Shaibu made the remarks shortly after casting his vote at his polling unit in Etsako West Local Government Area (LGA) …

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NWFL Championship: DreamStar Ladies, Imo Striker Queens and Wazbak make winning statements on opening day

The 2026 Nigerian Women’s Football League (NWFL) Championship got off to an exciting start in Calabar on Saturday, with six teams claiming victories as the race for promotion to the NWFL Premiership officially began. READ ALSO: NWFL Championship returns to Calabar, Kick Set for July start Sports247 reports that 20 goals were scored in eight games in an action-packed opening …

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World Cup 2026: Spain capable of beating France –De La Fuente

Spanish coach Luis de la Fuente has revealed that he is completely convinced that his team will beat France in the semi-final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Recall that Spain advanced with a winning goal from substitute Mikel Merino in the 88th minute of the quarterfinals at SoFi Stadium. La Roja conceded their only goal of the entire World …

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Ogazi and Onojuvwevwo win 400-meter titles at the Ed Murphey Classic

By: David Akande Samuel Ogazi enjoyed a winning start to his professional career after winning the men’s 400-meter title at the Ed Murphey Classic in Memphis, Tennessee. The Nigerian clocked 44.57 seconds to finish ahead of Jamaican Antonio Watson, who ran 44.70 seconds, while Granada’s Kirani James was third with 45.04 seconds. Facing two of the event’s biggest names, Ogazi …

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