*Repechage keeps hope alive for other teams Nigeria’s mixed 4x100m relay team has secured qualification for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in China following an impressive display at the ongoing World Relays in Gaborone. The quartet of Favour Ashe, Jennifer Chukwuka-Obi, Chidera Ezeakor, and Maria Thompson, clocked 40.24 seconds to finish fourth in Heat 1 […]
Olopade preaches unity, condemns Xenophobia during Team Nigeria visit in Gaborone
*Shares moment with South African sprint star ahead of World Athletics Relays The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has urged Africans across the continent and in the Diaspora to embrace unity, love, and mutual respect, insisting that xenophobia has no place in modern Africa. Olopade made the call while […]
Government needs to focus on infrastructure, right atmosphere, not club ownership —Chukwuemeka.
The Director of Football at Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC, Chief Alloy Chuwuemeka, has urged the Nigerian government to concentrate more on providing infrastructure, financial support, and the right atmosphere for sports to grow, rather than owning and managing football clubs. The former and longest-serving secretary of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Club […]
Government needs to focus on infrastructure, right atmosphere, not club ownership —Chukwuemeka
The Director of Football at Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC, Chief Alloy Chuwuemeka, has urged the Nigerian government to concentrate more on providing infrastructure, financial support, and the right atmosphere for sports to grow, rather than owning and managing football clubs. The former and longest-serving secretary of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Club […]
I have no regrets failing the Sporting Lagos challenge — Biffo
*Says he is open to National team coaching opportunity Former Sporting Lagos handler, Coach Abdullahi Usman Biffo has reflected on his difficult spell with the team, admitting he failed to achieve the club’s objectives but insisting the experience helped him grow both professionally and personally. Speaking during the Kwara SWAN Hard Talk held inside the […]
NSC DG Olopade lands in Gaborone to boost team’s morale ahead of 2026 World Athletics Relays
Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade has arrived in Gaborone, Botswana, to serve as a major morale booster for Team Nigeria ahead of the 2026 World Athletics Relays, which starts on May 1. The Nigerian contingent is in high spirits and fully prepared to compete in all six relay events […]
Biffo urges Harmony Boys to sustain momentum in final NPFL games
*To grace SWAN Hard Talk series Friday Former Kwara United handler, Coach Abdullahi Usman Biffo, has urged players and officials of the Harmony Boys to stay focused, disciplined, and maintain the right mentality as they battle to retain their Nigeria Premier Football League status. Coach Biffo gave the charge during a surprise visit to the […]
Kwara United, Model Queens win Federation Cup, as stakeholders applaud FA over Flow FM sponsorship deal
Kwara United FC on Sunday, April 26, 2026, emerged champions of the Kwara FA Flow FM Federation Cup, after defeating Ga’a Akanbi FC 2-0 in the final played at the Rashidi Yekini Main-Bowl of the George Agbazika Innih Stadium Complex, Ilorin. Goals from Johnmark Aule in the 11th minute and Alao Mohammed three minutes later […]
Kwara FA stresses rule compliance, clears Surakat, Arabambi’s clearance on hold
The Kwara State Football Association (FA) has reaffirmed the importance of strict adherence to laid down rules and procedures in football administration, following a crucial meeting involving the FA, its Special Committee, and members of the Kwara Referees Council. The statement was contained in a release signed by the FA Secretary, Kashim Agaka. At the […]
Gusau pledges renewed focus on Women’s Football, lauds Toptier Sports Management’s commitment to NWFL and NNL
The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has pledged greater commitment to women’s football as part of plans to elevate the game to global standards. Gusau, who attended the NNL Super Four Draw in Lagos, also commended Toptier Sports Management for its investment in the Nigeria National League, which he […]