6 h. ago WCQ: Broos highlights Bafana Bafana advantage over Nigeria, Benin Republic ahead final rounds

Hugo Broos, South Africa’s head coach, has emphasised his team’s edge over Nigeria and the Benin Republic as they prepare for the final stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers this month. According to Broos, Bafana Bafana has an advantage over Nigeria and Benin Republic in the race for the 2026 World Cup spot […] The post WCQ: Broos highlights Bafana Bafana advantage over Nigeria, Benin Republic ahead final rounds appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago First Bank scores another first as E1 Lagos GP end in grand style

The maiden edition of the E1 Lagos GP came to a thrilling end over the weekend with Team Brazil emerging winner. Powered by First Bank of Nigeria Limited, the event is being seen in sports circle as another first on the card of the Nigeria’s leading bank. Confirming this, Olayinka Ijabiyi, Acting Group Head, Marketing […] The post First Bank scores another first as E1 Lagos GP end in grand style appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Team Nigeria Wins 6 Medals At Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Championship Day 1

Team Nigeria’s junior swimmers made a remarkable start at the ongoing 2025 Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Championship, securing two gold, one silver, and two bronze medals on the first day of competition, which commenced in Accra on Friday, October 3. Aidan Dumuje triumphed with two gold medals in the 200m freestyle and 100m backstroke events, […]

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4 d. ago T20 World Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria Secure Convincing Win Over Botswana

Nigeria’s Men’s National Cricket Team, the Yellow Greens, delivered a commanding all-round performance to claim victory over Botswana in their latest ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier encounter. After winning the toss and electing to bat, Nigeria posted a competitive total of 166/8 in 20 overs. Despite losing early wickets, Sesan Adedeji anchored the […]

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5 d. ago Nigeria @ 65: Igoche Mark Pays Tribute To Athletes For Exceptional Feats

As Nigeria celebrates its 65th Independence anniversary on Wednesday, 1st October, basketball promoter and initiator of the Mark D’ Ball Basketball Championship, Mr. Igoche Mark, has commended the nation’s athletes for their exceptional contributions. In a heartfelt message, Mr. Mark praised both active and retired athletes for consistently placing Nigeria on the global stage through […]

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1 week ago Nnamdi Kanu’s Legal Team Secures Alternative Medical Option In Abuja

The legal team of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has revealed that a private hospital in Abuja is ready to admit and provide medical treatment for the Biafra agitator. Kanu’s Special Counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, made the disclosure while responding to controversies surrounding the agitator’s access to proper medical attention. The […] The post Nnamdi Kanu’s Legal Team Secures Alternative Medical Option In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Race: Falconets Set To Grab Ticket To Next Round

The Nigeria U20 Women’s National Team, Falconets, are set to earn their ticket into the third round of Africa’s qualifying series for next year’s FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup finals, by thumping their counterparts from Rwanda in today’s second round, second leg clash at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan. The two-time World Cup silver medallists […]

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1 week ago BREAKING: Court Gives NMA 8 Days To Ascertain Kanu’s Health Status

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the President of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) to constitute a team of medical doctors to ascertain the health status of the Biafra leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The court gave the committee eight days to submit its report to the court for consideration […]

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s U12 Girls’ Team Crowned ITF/CAT West African Junior Champions, Qualify For AJC

Team Nigeria’s Girls’ U-12 tennis team has been crowned champions of the ITF/CAT U-12 West African Junior Teams’ Championship, securing qualification for the Africa Junior Championships (AJC). The team triumphed over West African rivals, including hosts Ghana, Togo, Benin, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, in a regional tournament held at the Gold Coast Tennis Club in […]

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2 w. ago Eight additional dead bodies recovered in deadly attack on police tactical team in Benue

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Eight additional dead bodies of security personnel have been recovered after suspected armed herdsmen and local militias launched a deadly attack on Police Tactical Teams at Agu Centre, Katsina-Ala Local Government Areas of Benue State. Recall that on Friday, September 19, 2025, 11 security personnel drawn from the Police and State […] The post Eight additional dead bodies recovered in deadly attack on police tactical team in Benue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago WAC: Botswana Celebrates 4x400m Relay Gold Medal With Public Holiday

Botswana has declared a public holiday in honour of its men’s 4×400 metres relay team who won historic gold medal at the World Athletics Championships (WAC) in Tokyo, Japan. This milestone marked the first time an African nation has clinched gold in the event. In a virtual address from New York, where he was attending […]

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2 w. ago Hypertension: Gowon Varsity’s Team Steps Up Salt Reduction Campaign

The Nigeria Sodium Study Team, in partnership with the Yakubu Gowon University’s Cardiovascular Research Centre, has intensified its salt reduction awareness campaign to reach wider population segments. The campaign initially targeted students in universities across the country’s geopolitical zones, has now been scaled up to reach every Nigerian through mass media and grassroots channels, raising […]

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2 w. ago Police arrest 6 suspects over attack, killing of tactical team operatives in Benue

• IGP deploys additional tactical assets From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigeria Police Force has  arrested six suspects over the attack and killings of six personnel of the Police Tactical Team by suspected armed herdsmen and local militias at Agu Centre, Katsina-Ala/Ukum Local Government, Benue State. Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), CSP Benjamin  Hundeyi, said […] The post Police arrest 6 suspects over attack, killing of tactical team operatives in Benue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Benue crisis: Police arrest six over attack on tactical team

Tribune Online Benue crisis: Police arrest six over attack on tactical team The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) High Command has confirmed the arrest of six suspects in an ongoing response operation in Benue State, following a deadly attack on Police Tactical Teams by suspected armed herdsmen and local militias at Agu Centre, Katsina-Ala/Ukum Local Government Area of the state. Benue crisis: Police arrest six over attack on tactical team Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Police arrest six over Benue tactical team attack, IGP deplys extra assets

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The police force headquarters in Abuja said it has arrested six suspects over the deadly attack and killings on Police Tactical Teams by suspected armed herdsmen and local militias at Agu Centre, Katsina-Ala/Ukum Local Government Area of the state. Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyi, who made this known, said the […] The post Police arrest six over Benue tactical team attack, IGP deplys extra assets appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Meet the Nigerian shining stars at 2025 World Athletics Championships

Nigeria’s athletes delivered moments of brilliance at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, showing grit, talent and a promise of read more Meet the Nigerian shining stars at 2025 World Athletics Championships

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2 w. ago World Athletics Championships: Ezekiel Nathaniel Sets New Nigerian 400mH Record

Nigerian athlete Ezekiel Nathaniel has made history at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, setting a new national record in the men’s 400m hurdles final with a blistering time of 47.11 seconds. Despite finishing fourth, just 0.05 seconds shy of bronze, Nathaniel’s performance cements his status as one of the world’s top hurdlers and […]

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2 w. ago World Athletics Championships: Amusan Dedicates Silver Medal To Fans

Nigerian sprint queen Tobi Amusan has dedicated her silver medal at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo to her fans, expressing gratitude for their unwavering support. Amusan clocked an impressive 12.29 seconds in the women’s 100m hurdles final, securing Nigeria’s first medal of the championships. In a post on her Instagram account, she wrote, […]

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2 w. ago World Athletics Championships: Lyles Wins Fourth Conscutive 200m Title

There is more to Noah Lyles than just the showmanship, the grandstanding and the dyed orange hair. The irrepressible American held off a stellar field in the 200m final at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on Friday to win his fourth successive world title in the discipline. It forms a stark contrast to his […]

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2 w. ago Nathaniel Aims For World 400m Hurdles Podium In Tokyo After Ending 38

In a groundbreaking achievement for Nigerian athletics, Ezekiel Nathaniel has made headlines by qualifying for the final of the men’s 400 metres hurdles at the World Athletics Championships (WAC) in Tokyo. This momentous event marks the first time a Nigerian man has reached this stage in the competition since Henry Amike accomplished the feat in […]

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