9 h. ago Team Nigeria Poised For Islamic Solidarity Games Triumph In Saudi Arabia

The green-and-white flag of Nigeria is set to soar once again, this time in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as Team Nigeria prepares for the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games scheduled from 7th to 21st November. A contingent of 46 members, comprising 35 athletes and 11 officials, will represent the nation across seven sports, including athletics, para-athletics, para […]

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4 d. ago Anyanacho Returns Team Nigeria To World Taekwondo Medal Table After 2 Decades

In a remarkable comeback after a 20-year absence from the world medal table, Nigeria’s Taekwondo team has returned to prominence, thanks to the outstanding performance of Elizabeth Anyanacho at the ongoing World Taekwondo Championships in Wuxi, China. Anyanacho, the reigning African Champion competing in the -67kg category, exhibited exceptional skill and determination as she triumphed […]

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8 d. ago Olopade Congratulates Nigeria Green Falcons On Reaching IRL World Series Final

The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has congratulated the Nigeria Women’s National Rugby League team, the Green Falcons, for their historic victory over Ireland, securing a place in the final of the IRL Women’s World Series in Canada. The Nigerian team, led by coach Bolu Fagborun, demonstrated total resilience […]

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9 d. ago Aiyedatiwa Woos UK Investors, Unveils Ondo’s Untapped Resources

Ondo State governor, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has urged British investors to tap into the state’s abundant natural and economic resources, reaffirming his administration’s readiness to deepen development ties with the United Kingdom. The governor made the call on Wednesday while receiving the British Deputy High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr Jonny Baxter, and his team at […]

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1 week ago UN team engages Yobe on innovative approach to address internal displacement

A United Nations (UN) delegation led by Mohamed Malick Fall, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, on Monday read more UN team engages Yobe on innovative approach to address internal displacement

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1 week ago Chappal Energies backs Nigeria’s Green Falcons for Rugby World Series

Chappal Energies has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting national pride through its sponsorship of Nigeria’s Women’s Rugby League Team, the read more Chappal Energies backs Nigeria’s Green Falcons for Rugby World Series

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1 week ago NPFL: Kano Pillars Suspend Technical Adviser, Chief Coach Amid Poor Performance

Kano Pillars Football Club has suspended its Technical Adviser, Ogenyi Evans, and Chief Coach, Ahmed Garba Yaro Yaro, with immediate effect, following what the club management described as the team’s “unsatisfactory performance” in the ongoing 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. In a statement signed by the club’s Media and Communications Director, Abubakar Isah […]

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1 week ago Team Nigeria Clinches Bronze Medal At African Hockey Cup Of Nations

Team Nigeria’s men’s and women’s hockey teams have returned home triumphant after representing the country at the African Hockey Cup of Nations (ACN) held in Ismailia, Egypt. Comprising entirely local-based players who trained intensively for over six weeks in Abuja, both Nigerian teams delivered spirited performances against some of Africa’s premier hockey nations, including South […]

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1 week ago NSC, NOC Hail Team Nigeria For Outstanding Feat At ANOCA Zone III Games

The leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) have commended the athletes of Team Nigeria for their exceptional performance at the ANOCA Zone III Games in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Over five days of intense competition across four sports—badminton, taekwondo, weightlifting, and wrestling—Team Nigeria showcased their dominance, securing a total […]

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2 w. ago Team Nigeria Dominates ANOCA Zone III Games, Clinches 12 Gold Medals

Team Nigeria experienced a gold rush on Thursday at the ongoing ANOCA ZONE III Games in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, following a dominant performance in both weightlifting and badminton. Nigeria clinched a remarkable total of 12 gold medals, alongside 1 silver and 1 bronze, to conclude its campaign at the regional competition. In weightlifting, the three […]

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2 w. ago ANOCA Zone III Games: Team Nigeria Shines, Wins 2 Gold Medals In Badminton

It was a golden Wednesday for Team Nigeria in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, as the squad claimed two gold medals in both the men’s and women’s doubles events at the 2025 ANOCA Zone III Games. In the men’s doubles, the partnership of Joseph Abel and Shehu Aliyu showcased unparalleled dominance, winning every match without dropping a […]

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2 w. ago Cardoso to lead Nigeria’s team to IMF/World Bank meeting – Presidency

Olayemi Cardoso, the Governor of the Central Bank, will lead Nigeria’s delegation to the World Bank and International Monetary Fund read more Cardoso to lead Nigeria’s team to IMF/World Bank meeting – Presidency

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2 w. ago Super Eagles survive air scare as plane makes emergency landing

The Super Eagles narrowly escaped disaster on Saturday after the plane carrying the team from South Africa to Nigeria was read more Super Eagles survive air scare as plane makes emergency landing

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3 w. ago Eguavoen Distances Self From Super Eagles’ Job, Calls For Unity

Ahead of the Super Eagles’ final two World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho’s Crocodiles and the Cheetahs of Benin Republic on Friday and Tuesday respectively, Augustine Eguavoen, the former handler of the team and current technical director of the Nigeria Football Federation, has called for unity, emphasising that he has no interest in Eric Chelle’s […]

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3 w. ago Eguavoen Distances Himself From Super Eagles Job, Calls For Unity

Ahead of the Super Eagles’ last two World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho’s Crocodiles and the Cheetahs of Benin Republic on Friday and Tuesday, respectively, Augustine Eguavoen, the former handler of the national team and current Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has called for unity, emphasising that he has no interest in […]

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3 w. ago Mikel Obi: It ‘ll be a crime if Nigeria misses World Cup again

Former Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi has sent a passionate message to Nigeria’s national team, urging players to “take responsibility, shut out distractions, and fight for the nation’s pride” as the team battles to keep its 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes alive. With just two matches remaining in the qualifiers, Nigeria sits precariously […] The post Mikel Obi: It ‘ll be a crime if Nigeria misses World Cup again appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Emefiele Trial: EFCC, Defence Disagree Over Forensic Examination Of Evidence

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the legal team of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele, on Tuesday, sought the intervention of a Lagos State Special Offences Court over disagreement on the conduct of forensic examination of some of the evidence tendered before the court. The trial judge, Justice Rahman […]

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3 w. ago Flamingos set to depart for Morocco ahead of U17 Women’s World Cup

Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, will depart Abuja in the early hours of Wednesday, October 8, as they read more Flamingos set to depart for Morocco ahead of U17 Women’s World Cup

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3 w. 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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3 w. 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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