Sen. Owan Enoh, the Honourable Minister for Youth and Sports, on Tuesday expressed delight with the country’s quick cricket progress. He was speaking to our reporter following the arrival of about 100 youngsters in Abuja for the Nigeria Cricket Federation, NCF/PwC U17 Boys and Girls finals, taking place from Thursday, February 15th to 19th, 2024. […]
FIFA Agent Discovers Football Prodigy, Chimezie in Owerri
A new kid is on the block, and he’s ready to explode, and as well, make a bold statement that another Kanu Nwakwo (Papilo) is in the making, or Kelechi Iheanacho, who were discovered in Owerri, the Imo State Capital, in Nigeria. Ohaegbulem, Charles Abia, an internationally recognized FIFA Licensed Player Agent, has beamed his […]
NFF decries online attacks on Alex Iwobi
The Nigeria Football Federation has condemned in its entirety the cyber-attacks on Super Eagles’ midfielder Alex Iwobi, saying the virulent attacks on the player are uncalled-for given his commitment and dedication to duty for homeland over the years. “Alex Iwobi does not deserve these attacks. He has a record of utmost dedication to duty and […]
AFCON 2023 absolutely sustains Africa’s football culture, tradition
Host Cote d’Ivoire on Sunday February 11, 2024, emerged as new African champions in football, as the curtain was drawn on the 34th edition of the TotalEnergies African Cup of Nations (AFCON 2023), after beating Nigeria 2-1 at the Stade Olympique Alassane Ouattara.
Sports Minister Expresses Gratitude to Tinubu for Bestowing National Honour on Super Eagles
*Says triumph is a beacon of hope for future generations of Nigerian athletes The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has extended profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for bestowing the esteemed Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) national honour upon members of Nigeria’s Senior Men’s National Team in […]
St. James, Kwara Ladies win 2nd First Lady six-a-side female football tourneys
St. James Secondary School and Kwara Ladies Football Club have won the Schools and Clubs competitions of the 2nd First Lady six-a-side female football tournament decided at the Kwara State Stadium Complex, Ilorin on Saturday February 10, 2024. Six Schools and six clubs participated in the two categories of the competition, which was Organised by […]
Coach Leke hails South-South Female Cricket League Organizers, admonish other zones to emulate
The current handler of Nigeria’s national female cricket team, the Female Yellow Greens, Coach Leke Oyede has poured encomiums on the Organizers and lead sponsor of the South-South Female Cricket Leagues, (SSFCL) for the measurable impact on the girls. “I have been here to watch the past two editions of SSFCL finals and I commend […]
Aremu commends Kwara First Lady, Alaya on 6-a-side female football tourney
Kwara State First Lady, Ambassador Professor (Dr) Mrs Olufolake Ajike AbdulRazaq has been commended for encouraging the development and empowerment of girl-child, especially through sports. The General Manager of Kwara State Broadcasting Corporation, Radio Kwara, Alhaji Tajudeen Kayode Aremu made the commendation after watching some of the matches of the ongoing 2nd First Lady six-a-side […]
AFCON Has Re-awakened Spirit of Nationalism, Unity Amongst Nigerians, Testament to the Power of Sports -Minister
*Says this is the best time for corporate organizations to invest in sports The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has stated that the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON) is a further testament of the power of sports to unite the country and promote harmony amongst Nigerians. Thus, he has called […]
Introducing Blue Cards in Football: A Revolutionary Change
In the world of professional football, a groundbreaking change is on the horizon. The sport, which has traditionally relied on yellow and red cards since the 1970 World Cup, is set to welcome a new member to its disciplinary tools: the blue card. This innovative addition aims to address specific in-game behaviors with a fresh […]