13 h. ago We Aim To Build A Sports Sector Reflective Of Nigeria’s Greatness – Olopade

The director-general of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has expressed the commission’s commitment to developing a sports sector that reflects Nigeria’s greatness, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda. Olapade shared this vision during his opening remarks at the ongoing 2nd National Council of Sports (NCS) in Calabar, Cross River […]

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34 h. ago Obasa Games 2025: High Expectations As Preliminary Stage Concludes

The preliminary stage of the Obasa Games 2025 has concluded, setting the stage for the crucial upcoming events. This developmental initiative aimed to uncover sporting talents who will be nurtured to represent both the state and the country in the future. The event took place on Monday across the six educational districts in Lagos State, […]

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56 h. ago Tinubu’s Public Statements On Insecurity ‘Fueling Terrorist Attacks’, Says Ex

Former Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Barr. Solomon Dalung, has slammed the federal government over its handling of national security, alleging that President Bola Tinubu’s public statements on security matters were emboldening terrorists and worsening the nation’s current wave of attacks. Speaking on Trust TV on Tuesday, Dalung accused Tinubu of revealing the operational […]

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59 h. ago FIFA, Saudi Join Forces To Provide Support For Sports Infrastructure In Developing Nations

The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) and FIFA have joined forces in a significant new partnership, pledging up to USD 1 billion (approximately £800 million) in concessional loans to bolster sports infrastructure in developing nations worldwide. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was formally signed, aiming to support FIFA Member Associations (MAs) in countries with clear […]

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6 d. ago Tinubu: The Best Leader Ever For Nigerian Sports Dev’t, Says Olopade

The director-general of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon Bukola Olopade, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to youth empowerment and sports development, describing him as the best leader Nigeria has ever had in this regard. Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of the ongoing Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Olopade expressed […]

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7 d. ago   TECNO Signs MOU With Alade Family to Build New Football Pitch in Alimosho LGA

TECNO partners with Alade Family to build a new football pitch in Alimosho, Lagos. This CSR project aims to empower youth and develop grassroots sports. Read More: https://punchng.com/tecno-signs-mou-with-alade-family-to-build-new-football-pitch-in-alimosho-lga/

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2 w. ago Jim Okolo Appointed Chairman Caretaker Committee For FCT Para

In a move towards enhancing inclusive sports development in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has appointed Hon. Chief Dr. Jim Chimezie Okolo as the chairman of the Caretaker Committee for the FCT Para-Volley Association. This appointment underscores the administration’s ongoing commitment to fostering sports accessibility within the nation’s capital. The announcement came via […]

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2 w. ago Akpabio Tasks Administrators On Grassroots Sports Development

President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has urged football administrators to engage in talent hunts at the grassroots level to discover budding stars who would represent Nigeria in the future. He assured that modalities would be put in place to make the Senate President’s U-18 Unity Cup a yearly tournament that budding talents would […]

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2 w. ago Adamu honoured with Nelson Mandela award for excellence in sports development

Dr. Ezekiel Adamu, Chief Executive Officer of Balmoral Group Promotions and a seasoned boxing promoter, has been honoured with the read more Adamu honoured with Nelson Mandela award for excellence in sports development

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3 w. ago Radda reaffirms commitment to grassroots agriculture, flags off irrigation equipment distribution in Katsina

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State on Monday reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to grassroots agricultural transformation as he flagged read more Radda reaffirms commitment to grassroots agriculture, flags off irrigation equipment distribution in Katsina

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3 w. ago MK Nureni Dedicates SWAN Award To Nigerians, Says It Gives Him Hope

Makanjuola Nureni, an Abuja-based football administrator and philanthropist, has been honoured with the Distinguished Service Award by the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) in recognition of his exceptional support for journalists and his significant contributions to sports development in Nigeria. The prestigious award was presented during SWAN’s Diamond Jubilee Celebration held in Abuja, commemorating […]

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3 w. ago Dikko, Olopade, Dare Daniel Among Honourees As SWAN Marks 60th ersary

The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, the Director General, Honourable Bukola Olopade, former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Honourable Sunday Dare, and the Special Assistant (Media) to the Director General, Mr. Kola Adeyanju, popularly known as Kola Daniel, were among the distinguished personalities honoured at the Sports Writers Association […]

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3 w. ago National Sports Commission Commends President Tinubu for Sports Development Initiatives

The management of the National Sports Commission (NSC) has commended President Bola Tinubu for redefining and solidifying sports activities, which engage idle youths and position Nigeria as a referral point in sports development. The Chairman, National Sports Commission Shehu Dikko, who made the commendation while declaring open the SWAN Diamond Jubilee/60th anniversary celebration holding at […]

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3 w. ago Political Will The Missing Link In Nigeria’s Sports Dev’t, Says NIS Chief

The director-general and CEO of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Comrade Philip Shaibu, has identified the lack of political will as the crucial missing link in Nigeria’s sports development. He emphasised the fundamental role of political will in driving national progress, particularly within the sports sector. Shaibu made this declaration while delivering a keynote […]

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