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He National Sports Commission (NSC) congratulated Team Nigeria’s weightlifting contingent following an outstanding performance at the 2026 African Senior Weightlifting Championships in Ismailia, Egypt, where the country claimed a remarkable total of 29 medals. Nigeria concluded the continental championship with an impressive haul of 14 gold, 13 silver and 2 bronze medals, further underlining the country’s growing dominance in African …

The Leader of the Ifo Local Government Chapter of the Nigerian Football Coaches Association (NFCA), Kuforiji Olushola, popularly known as “Samba”, has expressed his gratitude and congratulations to the executives of the Ogun State association following the successful holding of the NFCA Ogun State Leadership Summit and Leadership Award ceremony. The event, which took place on May 13, 2026 at …

Nigeria’s medal tally at the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra received a major boost on Wednesday when Tobi Amusan claimed gold in the women’s 100m hurdles final, while compatriot Adaobi Tabugbo claimed bronze to complete a memorable outing for the Nigerian team. The current world record holder put in a commanding performance in the final to secure Nigeria’s …

Former Sports Minister Chief Sunday Dare praised what he described as a highly competitive impact between the clubs in the recent second division Super-4 contest. Nigerian National League (NNL). Sports247 reports that this year’s NNL Super-4 came to a close on Friday at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State, where Sporting Lagos FC managed to overtake their local …

Nigerian quarter-miler Ayo Toritsju continued his encouraging outdoor campaign with another impressive performance in the men’s 400 meters at the Arkansas Twilight, clocking 47.13 seconds as he builds momentum ahead of bigger competitions this season. He Oklahoma Baptist University The sophomore again showed composure and steady development in the one-lap event, reinforcing his growing reputation as one of the promising …

The Lagos chapter of the Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) The tournament begins today at the prestigious Lagos Country Club with over 70 players already registered to compete in different age categories. The three-day competition, organized under the Universal Tennis Rating system, will run from May 7 to 9, with matches scheduled to begin daily from 9:00 am. Also read: Victor …

Nigerian quarter mile runner Jecinta Lawrence has described her participation in the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone as a valuable and eye-opening experience that has taken her to new levels. Competing on the world stage, Lawrence admitted that the intensity of high-level athletics was a clear step up from what he had previously encountered. Also read: Nigerian talent Goshen Ishicheli …

The Week 6 drama in Showtime Bowl Series After giving up a 20-point lead in a shock defeat, the Lagos Knights will be eager to bounce back when they take on the Ogun Horns in the opening match. Even in second place, the Knights know that a strong response is crucial to keep the pressure on the leaders. Read also: …

President of the Nigerian Tennis Federation (NTF), Victor Ochei, has revealed that an elaborate plan has been put in place whereby all players in the country will have registration numbers, Sports247 reports. Ochei stated that the registration number scheme is part of the youth-driven reform agenda of the current NTF executive committee, which aims to expand participation and strengthen the …

Galatasaray took a major step towards the Turkish Super Lig title after a crushing victory over rivals Fenerbahce, with Victor Osimhen playing a decisive role. Osimhen opened the scoring in the 40th minute, giving Galatasaray the early lead in a tense match. The visitors were further disorganized when Fenerbahce goalkeeper Ederson was sent off in the 62nd minute, leaving them …