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FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Thursday pledged increased resources and continued support for African football, saying his governing body would seek additional funding to help the continent’s football reach the top of world football. According to Reuters, Infantino made the promise while addressing the presidents of 54 African football associations at a football strategy conference in Cape Verde, South Africa. …

Jonathan Spiff’s journey from Flying Eagles guest in 2025 to River Plate professional has taken another important step after the Argentina-born striker signed his first senior contract with the club. Spiff, who has Nigerian roots through his father, was invited to join the Flying Eagles during preparations for the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Although he did not make the …

Post views: 20 By Wakawaka Sports Inspector General of Police, IGP Tunji Rilwan Disu, highlighted the importance of judo and other combat sports in strengthening the physical fitness, confidence, capacity and operational effectiveness of police officers. IGP Disu made these remarks during his recent operational visit to Imo State where he was introduced to members of the Judokas of …

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has approved the formation of a six-member interim committee to oversee the affairs of the Nigeria Judo Federation (NJF), following the dissolution of the federation’s council by the International Judo Federation (IJF). The commission, in a statement signed by Kola Daniel, Special Adviser, Media, Office of the Director General, National Sports Commission, said the interim …

Sporting Lagos coach Jeffrey Buter has been fined N500,000 by the Nigerian Premier Football League, NPFL, for comments made following his team’s local derby against Ikorodu City. Buter was penalized after admitting he made a mistake in his post-match interview, where he made comments about the officiating during the match. When making its decision, the NPFL also took into account …

The pressure is mounting on Shooting Stars technical advisor Salisu Yusuf following the team’s poor start to the 2026/27 campaign. The Oluyole Warriors played out a goalless draw against Kano Pillars in a rescheduled matchday three match at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan, on Wednesday. The result means the Shooting Stars have won just one of their last seven …

Interim head coach Augustine Eguavoen has dismissed fears in some quarters that a series of withdrawals from his original guest list for the 2028 Olympic Women’s Football Tournament qualifying match against Comoros could affect the Super Falcons’ path. Nigeria will face Comoros in a home-and-away match (both matches will be held at the Remo Stars Stadium, …

Post views: 136 Ikorodu City FC General Manager, Emmanuel Tamuno, has arrived in Port Harcourt for his team’s matchday seven match against Rivers United. Oga Boys, who have been in great form, are in Port Harcourt for a crucial match against Pride of Rivers. After stalemate against Sporting Lagos in the Lagos derby, Tamuno-led Ikorodu City are expected to …

FC Robo Queens owner Emmanuel Osahon has asked Super Falcons interim head coach Augustine Eguavoen for patience, insisting that the experienced tactician needs enough time to impose his ideas as Nigeria begins its qualification campaign for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Eguavoen’s first competitive assignment with the women’s national team comes on Friday, when the Super Falcons take on the …

The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has named a team of Rwandan officials for the first leg of the 2028 Olympic Games qualifying match between Comoros and Super Falcons of Nigeria. Rwandan referee Henriette Byukusenge will act as central referee, with compatriots Sandrine Murangwa and Regine Mukayiranga appointed as first and second assistant referees respectively. Another Rwandan, Aline Umutoni, will …