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Turbo Crest is set to captivate Lagos with a dynamic Sportainment event, spotlighting the exhilarating world of rugby. The Chief Coordinator, Mrs. Shade Johnson, unveiled the two-day spectacle, aiming to elevate rugby’s profile and foster community engagement. The event kicks off with the Super Seven Series on the first day at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, featuring touch rugby matches. Teams, …

Sunshine Stars U-19 produced one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 Federation President Cup after defeating Nigerian Premier Football League side Niger Tornadoes 2-1 in Ilorin to book their place in the round of 32. The young Akure team stunned the 2019 Federation Cup runners-up with two quick goals in the first half at the Rashidi Yekini Main Bowl …

Post views: 24 The Rivers Hoopers registered their third consecutive victory in Phase I of the ongoing 2026 Nigeria Premier Basketball League (NPBL), with a comfortable 75-59 win over Atlantic Conference Group A opponents, Raptors BC, on Tuesday afternoon. Team captain Victor Koko led all scorers with 16 points but was one rebound away from a double-double. John Idoga …

Yaba College of Technology, University of Lagos, Lagos State University and Lagos State University of Education have secured places in the semi-finals of the ongoing UNITECOL 2026 tournament after an action-packed second day. The tournament provided exciting matches, dramatic comebacks and outstanding individual performances as the teams battled to qualify for the knockout stage. Yaba Tech defeats FCMFT to advance …

Arsenal emerged as 2025-26 Premier League champions after second-placed Manchester City failed to beat Bournemouth in a crucial game on Tuesday night. Trailing by five points, Manchester City need a win over Bournemouth to keep their hopes alive until the final day of the season on Sunday. But Junior Kroupi’s superb goal in the 38th minute gave the hosts the …

The anticipation and hype surrounding Rivers United was as advertised. Rivers United, overcoming a deficit, finally defeated Wikki 3-2 last Sunday to qualify for the 2026-27 CAF Champions League. Jonathan Mairiga put the home team ahead on 21 minutes before Rivers United equalized in the 34th minute when Handsome Surveyor equalized for the visitors. Wikki Tourists took the lead again …

An outpouring of grief has followed the tragic death of Nigerian athlete Oluwabukola Pereira, who was shot and killed during an alleged robbery at an auto service center in Lockland, Ohio. USA. The 30-year-old Nigerian woman, who worked as a cashier at the service center, reportedly lost her life after an armed robber attacked the facility and fled with approximately …

Cristiano Ronaldo is on track to make history after being named in Portugal’s squad for this summer’s World Cup, which will mark his sixth appearance at the tournament. The 41-year-old striker currently holds the record for most international appearances by men with 226 caps, as well as the most international goals with 143. Ronaldo is already among a select group …

Post views: 27 The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Imo State chapter, has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of veteran sports journalist and distinguished broadcaster, Richard Asiegbu Snr, describing his death as a monumental loss to the Nigerian media and sports community. In a condolence message, Imo SWAN noted that the late Asiegbu Snr was one of …

Tyson Fury has escalated his rivalry with Anthony Joshua, making several bold predictions that he will knock out his British rival if they meet in the ring. After a dominant performance in early 2026, Fury reiterated his desire to face Joshua next, setting the stage for what could be the definitive heavyweight showdown for both men. in a talk with …