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D’Tigers head coach David Fizdale has revealed why he accepted the challenge of leading Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, insisting his mission is to return the former African champions to the top of basketball on the continent. The former NBA head coach, who previously coached the Memphis Grizzlies and New York Knicks and served as an assistant coach with the …

D’Tigers forward Stan Okoye has dismissed claims that he single-handedly rescued Nigeria’s FIBA ​​Basketball World Cup 2027 qualifying campaign, insisting the team’s recent resurgence was based on collective effort rather than individual brilliance. Okoye played a key role as Nigeria claimed crucial wins during the last qualifying window in Luanda, Angola, defeating Tunisia, Guinea and Rwanda to breathe new life …

Ballon d’Or organizers have rejected suggestions that footballers have to play for European clubs to win the prestigious individual award, insisting that players from any league in the world can claim the honour. The clarification comes as the race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or gains momentum with the FIFA World Cup now nearing its conclusion. In response to the long-standing …

The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Honorable Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has reiterated the Nigerian government’s determination to protect “clean athletes” and ensure that competitors who stay away from performance-enhancing drugs are not overwhelmed by cheaters. Sports247 reports that the women’s football promoter and former member of the House of Representatives made this statement at the inauguration of …

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially opened the bid process for the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with Ethiopia, Morocco and a joint bid from Botswana and South Africa emerging as the top contenders to host the continent’s biggest football tournament. The announcement marks the start of a new hosting cycle as CAF seeks to strengthen the …

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Lagos State is celebrating a new champion after the Knights of Lagos put in a sensational performance to defeat defending champions Abia-Warriors 47-7 and capture the Showtime Bowl XIV title on Sunday at Showtime Arena, Elegushi, Lekki. The resounding victory completed one of the greatest redemption stories in Showtime Flag Football history. After finishing as runners-up in both Showtime Bowl …

The countdown to Showtime Bowl Akanni’s presence is another important endorsement of the rapid growth of Showtime Flag Football, which has continued to attract leading figures from across Nigeria’s sporting landscape while providing a platform for the country’s top flag football talent. Also read: ALL ROADS LEAD TO SHOWTIME ARENA: Warriors and knights ready to write history in the largest …

Six of the 10 African nations participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup have secured their places in the round of 32 following Saturday’s group stage matches. Cape Verde and Ghana confirmed their progression after the latest results, reaching Egypt, Morocco, South Africa and Ivory Coast in the knockout phase. Although Ghana are yet to play their final group match …

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN)’s selection of athletes for the 2026 Commonwealth Games has come under intense scrutiny following claims that only 12 of the 29 athletes invited to the camp actually participated in the national trials held in Lagos. AFN Executive Board member Lekan Soetan expressed concern about the selection process after the federation released its Commonwealth Games …