The Nigeria Boxing Federation has confirmed the arrival of several foreign-based Nigerian boxers ahead of the maiden edition of National Boxing Week, as the countdown begins to the 2026 Commonwealth Games qualifiers. National Boxing Week, scheduled to hold from March 1–6, 2026, at the Brai Ayonote Boxing Complex, National Stadium, Lagos, will host the National […]
NNL 2025/2026: Akwa United, Doma United set to return to Nigeria elite league as promotion race intensifies
Can Akwa United and Doma FC return to the Nigeria Elite League following their relegation to the second-tier league last season? Both traditional teams are proving their mettle in the NNL, with Akwa United remaining top of Conference B table with a game in hand, while Doma United holds onto the top spot in Conference […]
Top spot up for grabs: Beyond Limit FC takes on Inter-Lagos FC in NNL showdown
Get ready for an electrifying encounter as Beyond Limit FC takes on Inter-Lagos FC in the Nigeria National League (NNL) Matchday 11 at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abeokuta, this Saturday. This clash of titans pits the 2nd-placed Beyond Limit FC against the top-of-the-table Inter-Lagos FC, promising an electrifying display of football. Inter-Lagos FC, currently leading […]
Nigeria Boxing Federation announces plans and details for National Boxing Week
The Nigeria Boxing Federation (NBF) has officially announced that the maiden edition of National Boxing Week will take place from March 1–6, 2026, at the Brai Ayonote Boxing Complex, National Stadium, Lagos. The week-long celebration of Nigerian boxing will feature a series of high-profile boxing events, headlined by the National Open Trials to select boxers […]
Obasogie denies match-fixing allegation, vows to clear name at Singida Black Stars SC
Goalkeeper Amas Obasogie has strongly refuted allegations of match fixing that resulted in his temporary suspension by Singida Black Stars SC, describing the claims as unfounded and damaging to his integrity. In a statement addressed to the club’s management, coaching staff, players, supporters, members of o press and the wider football community,oooo Obasogie declared unequivocally […]
Abuja 2026: facilities gets good ratings as Organizing Committee concludes inspection for 3rd National Para Games
The Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the 3rd National Para Games has successfully concluded a comprehensive inspection of facilities ahead of the Games scheduled to hold from March 26 to April 3, 2026 at the MKO Abiola National Stadium Complex, Abuja. The inspection exercise, conducted covered all designated venues to assess readiness, identify technical gaps […]
Former Kwara United handler, Tunde Sanni joins Jeuesse Sportive de Pobe of Benin Republic
Former Kwara United Technical Adviser, Coach Tunde Sanni Salihu, has taken a significant step in his coaching career with his appointment at Jeunesse Sportive de Pobè, one of the notable sides in the Benin Republic topflight. The experienced tactician, who previously handled Kwara United in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), will now bring his […]
Former Kwara United handler, Tunde Sanni joins Jeuesse Sportive de Pobe of Benin Republic
Former Kwara United Technical Adviser, Coach Tunde Sanni Salihu, has taken a significant step in his coaching career with his appointment at Jeunesse Sportive de Pobè, one of the notable sides in the Benin Republic topflight. The experienced tactician, who previously handled Kwara United in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), will now bring his […]
Invited Diaspora Athletes (IDA ) to compete at the 2026 National Intermediate Games in Lagos as 38th State
The National Sports Commission, (NSC), has announced that the “Invited Diaspora Athletes” (IDA ), will make its debut at the first edition of the National Intermediate Games scheduled for Lagos, later this year. The IDA is one of the many key reforms that the NSC, under the leadership of Mallam Shehu Dikko and Hon. Bukola […]
A breath of fresh air in the NNL as Toptier Sports Management drives reform and visibility
For years, the Nigeria National League (NNL) has been described as a reservoir of raw talent, competitive, passionate and unpredictable, yet often constrained by structural and commercial limitations. As the second stanza of the 2025/2026 season starts, a new wave of optimism is sweeping through the league, powered by a renewed partnership with investors, Toptier […]