The Nigeria Wrestling contingent left Madrid, Spain for Germany in what is their last camping before the Olympic Games in Paris, France. The Wrestlers which participated in Spanish Grand Prix, a pre-Olympic tournament in Madrid, had Esther Kolawole 62kg and Ogunsanya Christinah 53kg record bronze for Team Nigeria respectively. Ogunsanya defeated her USA counterpart Brianne […]
Kwara United targeting continental competition next season- Dogo
The Technical Adviser of Kwara United FC, Kabiru Dogo revealed that his target is to qualify the club for the 2024/2025 CAF Champions League. Dogo stated this during a media parley between Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Kwara State Chapter and Coach Kabiru Dogo at the Conference Hall of Kwara Football Academy (KFA) today, […]
We will not leave any stone unturned in our preparations for the Olympics
*Appreciates President Tinubu’s support towards Team Nigeria’s success The Hon. Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has stated that the Ministry is putting the final touches on Team Nigeria’s preparation plans for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics, alongside the Nigerian Olympic Committee and other relevant federations. In a statement, Senator Enoh highlighted the […]
Olympics: Nigeria wrestlers depart Spain for Germany tomorrow
Nigerian wrestlers for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games are expected to depart Spain, where they participated in a Pre-Olympics Championship, for Germany, in continuation of the preparations for the summer Games in France. According to a statement by the Secretary General of the Federation, Alhaji Mohammed Maigidansanma, the Team Nigeria wrestling delegation would depart for […]
Kwara United will play on home ground next season -Magaji
The Executive Chairman of the Kwara State Sports Commission, Mallam Bolakale Magaji has dispelled reports that state stadium was used for any political rally leading to the pitches needing repairs. Magaji vowed that the Main-Bowl of the Kwara State Stadium Complex will be fit and ready for Kwara United Football Club next season. “Only person […]
Wrestling: Maigidansanma arrives Spain ahead Pe-Olympics Championship
The Secretary General of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF), Alhaji Mohammed Maigidansanma has arrived in Madrid, Spain, for the Pre-Olympics Championship. Ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics in France, Alhaji Maigidansanma today, July 4, 2024, arrived at the Adolphus Suarez Barajas International Airport in Madrid, Spain for the Pre-Olympic championship. The Spanish Grand Prix is […]
World Sports Journalist Day: SWAN committed to promoting sporting activities in Kwara State
The Chairman of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Kwara State Chapter, Mallam Ayodeji Ismail says the association is committed to promoting sporting activities in the state. The World Sport Journalists day is celebrated every 2nd of July to mark the services of sports journalists for the promotion of sports. Ayodeji said the role of […]
Wrestling Federation unveils six wrestlers for Paris Olympics
The Nigeria Wrestling Federation has unveiled 6 athletes who will fly the nation’s flag at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France. The team, which comprises, five female wrestlers, one male freestyle wrestler and three coaches, was presented on Monday in a colourful ceremony at the Dynamite Wrestling gym in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. Wrestlers unveiled are: […]
Contractor dodge inquiries about Kwara Indoor Sports Hall, raising concerns about work quality
Disscom Limited, managing the N2.2 billion renovation of Kwara State Stadium Indoor Sports Hall in Ilorin, has been unresponsive to questions regarding the quality and progress of the work being done. Despite attempts by journalists and broadcasters to reach out to Disscom’s management, led by Joseph Ogbaje, no responses have been received, even weeks after […]
Raising the bar: Overcoming challenges in Nigerian football development
By Olaide Ahli Football, often referred to as the world’s most popular sport, holds a special place in Nigeria. Since its introduction to the country in the early 20th century, football has grown into a national passion, uniting people across diverse backgrounds. Nigeria’s rich football history is adorned with memorable achievements, such as the Super […]