ABS Ilorin FC part ways with Coach Yusuf Salihu, appoints Ogundeji Alade as Interim Head Coach
Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC has parted ways with its Head Coach, Yusuf Salihu, following a mutual agreement between both parties. Coach Salihu was appointed on September 9, 2025, and led the team through the first stanza of the 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. Under his guidance, ABS Ilorin FC recorded three wins […]
Morocco 2025: Nigeria, Tunisia battle for three points in top-of-the-table clash
One of Africa’s most storied and remarkable football rivalries makes another stop on Saturday, this time in the Moroccan city of Fès, as Nigeria and Tunisia clash in a top-of-the-table encounter of the 35th Africa Cup of Nations, at the 35,000-capacity Complexe Sportif de Fès. With three points taken by each team from their opening […]
NALCOMA extends Christmas greetings to Clubs, assures them of continuous support
The Nigeria National League Club Owners and Managers Association (NALCOMA) has extended warm Christmas greetings to clubs participating in the Nigeria National League (NNL), wishing them a joyful and peaceful celebration. In a goodwill message released to mark the festive season, NALCOMA urged Club Owners, Managers, players and officials across the NNL to use the […]
Awoniyi spreads love at Christmas with distribution of food items
In a heartwarming display of holiday spirit and community support, Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest striker, Taiwo Awoniyi has reached out to thousands of households through his namesake foundation to ensure a brighter Christmas for the less privileged. The Taiwo Awoniyi Foundation kicked off its annual festive distribution drive this week, targeting vulnerable families across […]
Arsenal Kiddies Football Academy wins Olakunle Olusegun U13 Kwara Kids Cup trophy
In a thrilling final match yesterday, Wednesday December 24, 2025,, glorious Arsenal Kiddies Football Academy came from behind to defeat hard-fighting Koller FA 4-2 and lift the Olakunle Olusegun U13 Kwara Kids Cup trophy. The match was watched by a large capacity crowd, who were treated to a display of good soccer artistry from both […]
Arsenal Kiddies Football Academy wins Olakunle Olusegun U13 Kwara Kids Cup trophy
In a thrilling final match yesterday, Wednesday December 24, 2025,, glorious Arsenal Kiddies Football Academy came from behind to defeat hard-fighting Koller FA 4-2 and lift the Olakunle Olusegun U13 Kwara Kids Cup trophy. The match was watched by a large capacity crowd, who were treated to a display of good soccer artistry from both […]
FEATURE: Governor AbdulRazaq’s sports achievements x-rayed as SWAN rewards excellence, commitment
*Governor AbdulRazaq “talks little, speaks easy and acts big” – Hameed Adio Discussions and appraisals on sports development in Kwara State took centre stage on Thursday December 18, 2025, to celebrate Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s six years of commitment to youth and sports development, with selected individuals who are supporting the cause, rewarded. The stage was […]
Golden Girl, Florence Olarioye strikes triple gold in weightlifting
Nigeria recorded another major highlight at the ongoing 4th African Youth Games in Angola on Friday, as female weightlifter Florence Oluwadamilanre delivered an outstanding performance to win three gold medals in the 58kg A category. Oluwadamilanre dominated the competition, finishing ahead of Chanel Vivier of South Africa and Etori Bakie of Ethiopia to emerge the […]
NSC salutes Ahmed Musa for outstanding service to Nigerian football
The National Sports Commission (NSC) proudly salutes Super Eagles legend, Ahmed Musa for his exceptional service, dedication, and contributions to Nigerian football as he officially calls time on his illustrious international career after 15 remarkable years. Reacting to Musa’s retirement, the Director General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, paid glowing tribute to the […]
Africa Youth Games Angola 2025 Weightlifting: Saving the best for the last
By Clement Nwankpa Jr in Luanda The ongoing Africa Youth Games in Angola has been a very fruitful one for Team Nigeria. The essence of this Games is to secure the future of sports in the nation by ensuring that the conveyor belt of talents remains functional. Acting on a clear presidential mandate, the National […]