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Nigerian boxing stars Tunde Segun “War” Adeyemi and Ayisat Oriyomi were set to showcase their skills on an international stage this Saturday, August 3 in France. Scheduled to face French opponents Bakare Diallo and Clothilde Del Ben respectively, the highly-anticipated event at the Stade Coubertin in Garges-les-Gonesse, Val-d’Oise, has been postponed due to unforeseen delays in visa processing amid the …

At the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, two events were decided: the gold medals in the men’s and women’s 20 km race walk were won by Brian Pintado of Ecuador and Yang Jiayu of China, respectively. Read also: Nigeria team’s focus turns to athletics as Super Falcons leave Paris 2024 empty-handed This effectively sets the tone for many other historic moments …

The Paris 2024 Olympics had barely begun and the basketball world was already abuzz with the impressive performance of the Nigerian women’s basketball team, D’Tigress. Under the courageous leadership of their head coach, Rena Wakama, the team had just achieved an electrifying victory over Australia in their opening match, sending a clear message to their rivals: they were there to …

In an electrifying match at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Brazil’s Bruna Takahashi showed her prowess by defeating Nigeria’s Offiong Edem with an impressive 4-0 victory in the round of 16 of the women’s singles table tennis. This defeat marked a difficult day for the Nigerian team, whose hopes were pinned on Edem’s performance. The first game set the pace …

Tonight in the course Olympic In the men’s singles table tennis event, Aruna Quadri and Olajide Omotayo of Team Nigeria are all set to make their mark in the round of 16. Both players have prepared rigorously and are ready to showcase their skills on this prestigious stage. Read also: Let us support Team Nigeria to fly high and win …

Nigerian weightlifter Joy Ogbonne Eze, who will compete in the women’s 71kg category, has said that leaving a lasting impression on Paris 2024 It remains her dream in her Olympic debut. Read also: Nigeria 0-1 Brazil: “We trained hard to play a good match against Nigeria” – Gabi Nunes celebrates Brazil’s Olympic victory Eze, who won three gold medals at …

Nigerian boxers Cynthia Ogunsemilore and Adams Olaore have landed in Paris, France, ready to compete at the 2024 Olympic Games. Read also: Nwali triumphs in first Ultimate Scrabble match Olaore will compete in the men’s heavyweight division (92kg), while Ogunsemilore will vie for honours in the women’s category (60kg). His arrival in Paris marks the start of an important journey …

Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf declared open the second edition of the military and paramilitary games organised by the Kano State Sports Commission at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kofar Mata on Sunday. Also Read: Meet Richard Jeremiah, the 14-year-old star player who dazzled fans with his football talent in the ongoing Badagry League Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, represented …

Kirfi Local Government Area emerged winner of the 2nd Bauchi State Sports Festival (2024) on Saturday. Kirfi LGA won 25 gold, 19 silver and 12 bronze to beat other local government areas and claim the top spot after 10 days of action at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium. Al Kaleri LG finished a distant second with 9 golds, 5 silvers …

COAS shooters have been crowned champions of the 2024 National Handball League Division 1 in the men’s category. COAS Shooters defeated Osun United by 21-16 goals in the men’s final which was played at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium indoor sports hall in Benin City on Friday. Team coordinator Brigadier General AR Bello strengthens the team and effectively supervises their training. …