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Hajia Rukayat Alaya congratulates Aisha Falode, others on FIFA Committees appointments

The Chairperson of the Kwara State Female Football Development Committee, Hajia Rukayat Segilola Alaya, has congratulated Aisha Falode and other Nigerians recently appointed into various FIFA Committees, describing the recognition as a testament to Nigeria’s growing influence and credibility in global football administration. In a statement issued in Ilorin, Hajia Alaya expressed joy over the […]

Governor AbdulRazaq and the rebirth of Kwara’s sporting pride

*As Thuraya hails Gov on transformations When Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq assumed office in 2019, few would have predicted the sweeping transformation that would redefine Kwara’s sports landscape. Today, the Rashidi Yekini Main-Bowl of the George Agbazika Innih Stadium Complex in Ilorin stands as a shining symbol of that change, a story of vision, investment, and […]

National Sports Festival: NSC to inspect facilities in Enugu ahead of 2026 Coal City Games

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has confirmed that it will embark on an inspection of facilities in Enugu State from October 21–24, 2025, as part of ongoing preparations for the 23rd National Sports Festival, tagged “Coal City Games 2026.” The inspection of facilities is a crucial step in ensuring standards and that the Festival delivers […]

2026 FIFA WCQ: Chelle selects Ekong, Iwobi, Osimhen, 20 others for Crocodiles, Cheetahs battles

Super Eagles’ Head Coach Eric Chelle has drafted team Captain William Ekong, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, defenders Bright Osayi-Samuel and Calvin Bassey, midfielders Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi, and forwards Victor Osimhen and Simon Moses in his list of 23 players for this month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho and Benin Republic. Defender […]

Coach Aliyu Zubair eyes knockout spot after Flying Eagles 3-2 victory over Saudi Arabia

Head Coach of Nigeria’s Flying Eagles, Aliyu Zubair, has expressed confidence in his team’s chances of qualifying for the knockout stage of the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup tournament in Chile after their hard-fought 3-2 victory over Saudi Arabia on Friday. Speaking after the match, Zubair commended his players’ fighting spirit, noting that their determination […]

Business of football takes centrestage as Football Business Awards & Lecture debut

For the first time in Nigeria and across Africa, the business side of football takes centrestage as the Football Business Awards and Lecture (FBAL) debut in November. Organized by the leading publication for the business of sports, SportBusiness+Brand Magazine, this groundbreaking event will celebrate and recognize excellence in football business and leadership, off the pitch. […]

New recruits show class, as Commandant institutionalizes sports legacy at Police Training School, Ilorin

The Commandant of the Police Training School, Ilorin, ACP Tunde Salihu Magaji Nda has said that active participation in sports, as well as competitions will henceforth, be institutionalized, and included among activities for the Passing Out Parade of new recruits in the school. While speaking to pressmen after the closing ceremony of the football tournament […]

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