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……. An imposing figure in the history of Nigerian football By Phemmy Adetula The story of Nigerian football cannot be told without acknowledging the immense contributions of Chief Festus Adegboye Onigbinde, one of the country’s most respected football strategists, administrators and mentors. Born on March 29, 1938 in Ibadan, Oyo State, the late High Chief Modakeke dedicated decades of his …

Seven-time African champions, and Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, will today (Wednesday) face Colombia as they begin their campaign in the FIBA ​​Women’s Basketball World Cup Qualifying Tournament. Although Nigeria has secured a spot in the 2026 FIBA ​​Women’s Basketball World Cup after winning the 2025 AfroBasket Women’s title, Nigeria will have a tough five-game schedule in the tournament …

Senegalese MMA superstar and social media sensation Gasmire Diatta has his sights set on another explosive victory as he prepares to defend his interim featherweight title at African Knockout (AKO) 12, scheduled for Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at the Landmark Event Center on Lagos Island. Diatta, known for his ruthless striking and viral finishes, will put his belt and reputation …

The captain of the Nigerian under-20 team, Daniel Daga, has been found guilty of sexual activity without consent and sentenced to six months in prison, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. The 19-year-old appeared before the Nordmøre and Romsdal district court for having committed a sexual act against a non-consenting person. However, the player, through his defense lawyer, has notified an appeal against the …

Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, has congratulated the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeboye Anthony Adeyinka, on the occasion of his 60th birthday. In a heartfelt goodwill message released on Tuesday, Senator Abiru described the experienced grassroots sports promoter and political leader as a committed public servant whose contributions …

President Bola Tinubu has sought Senate confirmation of the appointment of Mr Mainasara Illo as Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Anti-Doping Center (NADC). Tinubu made the request in a letter to the Senate and read out by the President of the Senate, Insha Allah Akpabio, at Tuesday’s plenary session in Abuja. The President said the request was in accordance with …

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, on Tuesday, hosted members of Team Edo at the Government House, Benin City following their triumph at the second edition of the Niger Delta Games 2026, where the state emerged overall champions. At a colorful reception held at the New Festival Hall, Government House, the governor received the champions trophy and commended the athletes, coaches …

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen bagged an assist as Galatasaray secured a 1-0 first-leg win over Liverpool in their Champions League last-16 tie on Tuesday night. Osimhen assisted Mario Lemina’s header to score the winner in the seventh minute – conceding Arne Slot’s side’s 10th goal from a corner this season. The Nigerian striker thought he had made it 2-0 …

Former Super Eagles midfielder Sunday Mba has urged the NFF to comply with coach Eric Chelle’s demands, insisting that the coach has earned the right to make requests and continue with the national team. Speaking in a chat with Brila.net, Mba stated that Chelle has already proven her ability with the team and should be given the opportunity to continue …

Galatasaray president Dursan Ozbek has revealed that the Turkish champions have paid 75 million euros for the transfer of Victor Osimhen. “We have already paid the full amount of Osimhen’s transfer,” Ozbek told the media. Galatasaray agreed with Napoli to pay the record transfer fee in installments when they signed him permanently last summer. Since top Turkish clubs are famous …