The National Sports Commission (NSC) is deeply saddened by the passing of legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper and 1994 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) champion, Peter Rufai, fondly known as Dodo Mayana, who pass on at the age of 61. Rufai was not just a national treasure but a global Ambassador of Nigerian football. His fearless […]
NFF mourns as Nigeria goalkeeping legend Peter Rufai dies at 61
The Nigeria football firmament turned pale today Thursday July 3, 2025, after it was confirmed that the country’s 1994 and 1998 FIFA World Cup first-choice goalkeeper, Peter Rufai had died in Lagos following a period of illness. “This is really, really shocking,” NFF General Secretary, Dr Mohammed Sanusi, said in Abuja. “Peter Rufai dead? What […]
Lagos State submits bid to host 2026 National Youth Games
Lagos State has formally submitted its bid to host the 2026 edition of the National Youth Games (NYG), signaling its ambition to bring the prestigious event to Nigeria’s most populous and economically vibrant city. The expression of interest was officially signed by the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, underscoring the state’s commitment to […]
CAFCC: Taofik Jimoh charges Kwara United ahead continental challenge
Former Sunshine Stars of Akure FC midfield maestro, Taofik Jimoh, popularly known as Kekere has congratulated Kwara United Football Club for winning the 2025 Presidents’ Federation Cup. Kwara United Football Club defeated Abakaliki FC 4-3 on penalties in the final on Saturday June 28, 2025, at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos to win the trophy […]
President Federation Cup: Kwara United GM reacts to sanction, fine by Lagos FA
The General Manager of Kwara United Football Club, Bashir Badawiy has expressed surprise over the sanction and fine metted out to him by the Lagos State Football Association, after the 2025 President Federation Cup final in Lagos, which his club won. Kwara United defeated Abakaliki FC 4-3 on penalties after playing out a goalless draw […]
Federation Cup victory: Gov AbdulRasaq remembers late Yusuf Salami, as he receives, rewards players
*Each player to get N5m, and a plot of land *Pledges special packages for U19, U14 teams, officials The Executive Governor of Kwara state, His Excellency Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq has dedicated the historic 2025 President Federation Cup victory by Kwara United to the memory of Yusuf Salami, the founder of Ayuf Salam Rocks FC. The […]
Federation Cup feat: Emir of Ilorin donates giant cow to Kwara United
In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity and celebration, the Emir of Ilorin, His Royal Highness Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, has donated a giant cow to Kwara United Football Club in recognition of their historic triumph in the President Federation Cup. The Emir received the victorious Harmony Boys at his palace today, Tuesday July 1, […]
SWAN congratulates Gov AbdulRazaq on Kwara United’s cup triumph, seeks stronger media inclusion in sports development
The Kwara State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has congratulated Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on the historic triumph of Kwara United FC in the 2025 President Federation Cup, while calling for greater media inclusion in the state’s sports development agenda. In a statement jointly signed by its Vice Chairman, Toyin Saheed, and […]
President Tinubu to receive King’s Baton Relay, as NSC set sights on 2026 C’wealth Games
Nigeria is set to welcome the King’s Baton Relay as part of the official countdown to the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with an event scheduled for July 1–2, 2025, in Abuja. In an event of international significance, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will be formally presented with the Commonwealth Sport King’s Baton, as a delegation representing the […]
Beach Volleyball: Nigeria finishes 3rd, qualify for World Championship
Nigeria women’s beach volleyball team have qualified for the 2025 World Championship in Adelaide, Australia, next November. The pair of Esther Mbah and Pamela Bawa beat Egypt 2-1 (21-14, 20-22, 15-9) to finish in third place at the just concluded CAVB Continental Championship in Martil, Morocco. Head coach of the Nigeria beach volleyball team, Kayode […]