A football technology platform, globalscoutme, designed to connect footballers with scouts, agencies, and clubs around the world, has been launched in Ilorin, the capital city of Kwara State. The App, midwifed by Romanian FIFA football Agent, Cristian Hossu, was launched at the Ilorin Innovation Hub on Thursday, drawing footballers, club administrators, and technology enthusiasts. Speaking […]
Super Eagles winger backs annual Kwara-based and foreign-based players’ novelty game
*Alalade credits Kwara United, ABS for career growth Super Eagles winger and FC Pari Nizhny Novgorod of Russia player, Olusegun Olakunle, has urged organisers of the recent novelty football match between Kwara-based and foreign-based players to sustain the initiative as an annual event. Speaking after the match, at Rashidi Yekini Main-Bowl George Agbazika Innih Stadium […]
Super Eagles winger backs annual Kwara-based and foreign-based players’ novelty game
*Alalade credits Kwara United, ABS for career growth Super Eagles winger and FC Pari Nizhny Novgorod of Russia player, Olusegun Olakunle, has urged organisers of the recent novelty football match between Kwara-based and foreign-based players to sustain the initiative as an annual event. Speaking after the match, at Rashidi Yekini Main-Bowl George Agbazika Innih Stadium […]
Fireworks in Ilorin as foreign-based players edge home-based stars in Harmony Stars showcase match
It was an epoch-making event at the Rashidi Yekini Main-Bowl of the George Agbazika Innih Stadium Complex, Ilorin, on Tuesday June 23 2026, as Kwara-born professional footballers converged for the maiden edition of the Harmony Stars Showcase novelty match. Regarded as one of the biggest gatherings of football stars from the state, the thrilling encounter […]
NSC, NFF undertake bold reforms to reposition Nigerian Football, as Chelle gets new contract, expanded role
*Commission sues for proper club licensing, NPFL champions to get ₦1B Naira A high-level strategic meeting between the National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Tuesday in Abuja has produced a series of far-reaching decisions aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s national teams and transforming the domestic football landscape. The meeting, held at […]
The Pen, The Passion, The Legacy: Honouring the Editor of Sports Liveth, Alhaji Gesinde Adedeji Amosa at 63
*A life dedicated to journalism, public service, sports development and community leadership “Journalism is not just a profession; it is a lifelong commitment to learning, patience, integrity and service.”— Alhaji Gesinde Adedeji Amosa As family, friends, professional colleagues, admirers and well-wishers today, June 23, 2026, celebrated the 63rd birthday of veteran journalist, media entrepreneur, sports […]
NFF rolls out robust coaching, refereeing capacity programs as Gusau pushes for global standards
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reaffirmed its commitment to raising the bar for Nigerian coaches and referees, with NFF General Secretary, Dr Mohammed Sanusi MON, declaring that structured programmes are already underway to produce officials capable of holding their own on the biggest stage in world football. Speaking on behalf of NFF President Alhaji […]
NFF rolls out robust coaching, refereeing capacity programs as Gusau pushes for global standards
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reaffirmed its commitment to raising the bar for Nigerian coaches and referees, with NFF General Secretary, Dr Mohammed Sanusi MON, declaring that structured programmes are already underway to produce officials capable of holding their own on the biggest stage in world football. Speaking on behalf of NFF President Alhaji […]
From Principal’s Cup glory to FIFA history: The inspiring story of Fatai Atere
*How a Lagos schoolboy became Nigeria’s first FIFA World champion In the rich history of Nigerian football, few stories capture the imagination quite like that of Fatai Atere, a young boy from the bustling streets of Mushin, Lagos, who rose from school football prominence to become one of the country’s most celebrated youth football heroes. […]
2026 World Cup: Abdul Momoh secures FIFA accreditation, Nikon endorsement, set for global stage
*Kwara-based photojournalist achieves lifelong dream of covering football’s biggest tournament For many sports journalists and photographers across the world, covering the FIFA World Cup represents the pinnacle of professional achievement. For Kwara State-based photojournalist, Abdul Momoh, that dream has become a reality as he has successfully secured accreditation to cover the 2026 FIFA World Cup […]