*Honour for Iwobi on occasion of 100th cap for Nigeria The Super Eagles showed great form, confidence and praiseworthy fighting spirit despite losing 1-2 to FIFA World Cup-bound Portugal in an explosive friendly match in Leiria yesterday Wednesday June 10, 2026. Just before kick-off, Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko and NFF […]
The Architect of Dreams: How Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki changed the lives of young footballers
The success stories of young Nigerian footballers making their mark across Europe and other parts of the world should serve as a reminder of the importance of investing in grassroots football and youth development. While Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC may not currently be competing in the Nigeria Premier Football League, the club’s contribution […]
International Friendly: Omewa bags brace as clinical Super Falcons trash Lionesses 3-0 in Ikenne
The Super Falcons of Nigeria delivered a commanding second-half performance to defeat the Teranga Lionesses of Senegal 3-0 in the second of their two international friendly games at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne on Monday. After a tense and scoreless first half, the Falcons found their rhythm to secure a convincing win in front of […]
International Friendly: Centurion-to-be Iwobi excited ahead of 100th cap for Nigeria
Ace midfielder Alexander Iwobi has expressed immense gratitude to Nigeria and Nigerians at home and in the diaspora for the show of love and support in his international journey with the Super Eagles, as he looks forward to his 100th cap for Nigeria when the Eagles take on Portugal in Leiria on Wednesday. “I am […]
Arsenal Supporters in Ilorin Club celebrate historic season as Gunners end 22-Year EPL wait
Arsenal Football Club supporters in Ilorin Club, Kwara State, on Saturday, June 6, 2026, joined millions of fans across the globe in celebrating what many have described as one of the most remarkable seasons in the history of the North London club. The colourful celebration, held at the prestigious Ilorin Club, brought together Arsenal faithful, […]
Kwara SWAN partners KTM Foundation to deliver free medical outreach for members
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Kwara State Chapter, under the leadership of Ayodeji Ismail, in partnership with Khadijat Toyin Musah (KTM) Foundation, has concluded plans to organise a one-day free medical outreach for members of the association. The medical outreach is scheduled to hold on Saturday, June 12, 2026 at the Taiwo Awoniyi […]
Sports Industry Awards Nigeria founder, Ojeikere Aikhoje, to receive UNIBEN Alumni honour
Renowned sports brand strategist, football business expert, and media entrepreneur, Ojeikere Aikhoje, is set to receive the prestigious Award of Excellence from the University of Benin Alumni Association (UBAA), Lagos Branch, in recognition of his remarkable contributions to sports development, sports media, and brand communications in Nigeria. Aikhoje, a distinguished alumnus of the University of […]
KSA Security CEO, King Solomon Adeleke celebrates birthday, receives Sports Development Award
Friends, colleagues, associates, and family members gathered on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, to celebrate the Chief Executive Officer of KSA Security Guards, King Solomon Adeleke, as he marked another year of life with gratitude to Almighty God. The birthday celebration, held at the KSA Security office located within the George Agbazika Innih Stadium Complex, Ilorin, […]
FEATURE: Kumbi and Kwara United story: Beyond a difficult season
The conclusion of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season brought mixed emotions to followers of Kwara United Football Club. A campaign that began with optimism ended in anxiety, as the Harmony Boys fought until the final day to secure their top-flight status. Understandably, supporters, fans and stakeholders have raised questions about the club’s […]
Maikaba, right coach for the U20 National Team – Coach Aliyu Zubair
Former Nigeria U20 national team coach, Aliyu Zubair, has thrown his weight behind the appointment of Coach Abdul Maikaba as handler of the Flying Eagles, describing him as the right man for the job and capable of surpassing his achievements with the team. Zubair made the remarks today, Wednesday June 3, 2026, during the Kwara […]