*Says funding model will be a catalyst for transformative sports development The Hon. Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh has revealed plans to pursue a Lottery Trust Fund that is specific to sports, in order to significantly bolster funding for the sector. The Minister made the statement during a briefing and outlined his vision […]
Super Eagles need quality home-based goalkeepers, players to excel at AFCON -Olaniyi
Even as uncertainty surround the quality of goalkeeping that the Super Eagles will parade at the forthcoming 2023 AFCON, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the team’s technical crew have been urged to look inward, especially on finding lasting solution to the problem. Since the exit of Vincent Enyeama and the retirement of Carl Ikeme, […]
Baseball Tomorrow Academy introduces BRLN, secures slot for 2024 Baseball World Series
By Sulyman AbdulSomad Baseball Tomorrow Academy is planning to promote sportsmanship and skill development in baseball among children from the ages of 4-18. The declaration was made on Thursday December 7th, 2023, during the unveiling of the Babe Ruth League Nigeria, and presentation of awards to coaches and other dignitaries that has supported the sports […]
Sports Minister says Para Games will foster inclusivity in sports, declares 2nd edition open
The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh proudly declared open the eagerly awaited 2nd edition of the National Para Games, marking the commencement of an inspiring showcase of resilience, determination, and extraordinary sporting talent. The National Para Games, a testament to inclusivity and support for athletes with disabilities, commenced with a spectacular opening […]
National Para Games will unearth new talents for the future – Sports Minister
*Games will also prepare Team Nigeria for 2024 Paralympic Games The Hon. Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has stated that the second edition of the National Para Games holds immense potential for discovering and unearthing new talents who will represent the nation with pride in the world of para sports in the […]
NPFL: Dogo rues ‘disappointing result’ against Doma United after goalless draw at home
Doma United Football Club today, Wednesday December 6th, 2023, forced Kwara United to a goalless draw in the Matchday 12 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) decided at the Main-Bowl of the State Stadium Complex, Ilorin, in what Coach Kabir Sulaiman Dogo termed ‘a huge setback’. Basking on the euphoria of the home win […]
Sports Minister holds meeting with NFF, Peseiro over AFCON plans
*Calls for greater commitment as AFCON success matters a great deal to the Nigerian people The Hon. Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh convened a high-level meeting today, Wednesday December6th, 2023, with the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and Coach of the Super Eagles, Jose Peseiro to deliberate on strategic plans […]
Sports Minister congratulates Super Falcons on African Women’s Cup of Nations qualification
*Applauds team’s determination, zeal and commitment The Hon. Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh extends warm congratulations to Nigeria’s Senior Women’s National Team, the Super Falcons on their successful qualification for the African Women’s Cup of Nations, to be held in Morocco, next year. Senator Enoh said the Super Falcons displayed an impressive […]
13th WAFCON: Super Falcons land in Morocco in style
Nine-time champions and ever-present Nigeria earned their ticket to the 13th edition of the Women Africa Cup of Nations in majestic style on Tuesday with a 2-1 defeat of hosts Cape Verde, for a 7-1 aggregate win in the final round of the qualification series. The hosts started like a house on fire at the Santiago-Estádio […]
Kwara United faces uphill task against resilient Doma United
Kwara United Football Club will tomorrow, Wednesday December 6th, 2023, take on second placed Doma United in the Matchday 12 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) in what looks more like the toughest fixture of the Mid-Week clashes in the series. Having lost just two of their matches so far in the season, and […]