Are Men Intimidated by Smart Women?
11th July 2017
Human sexuality has always been an interesting part of our existence. A person’s sexual orientation, which is heavily influenced by social norms and status quo, has an ample effect on their sexual interest/attraction for another person. In recent times, it has become a norm to hear young Nigerian men and women declare their sexuality as … Continue reading Are Men Intimidated by Smart Women?
Sharp Guy No Be Thief?
27th June 2017
Has anyone ever known that he could get away with cheating someone, and not taken advantage of it? If so, he deserves his wealth, and everyone will praise him for his generosity. – Sirach 31:10b – 11 (GNT) In Nigeria, there is a general belief that everyone is out to manipulate you until proven otherwise. … Continue reading Sharp Guy No Be Thief?
Self-made, An Illusion.
16th June 2017
Growing up, I was a huge rap fan. I still am, but not like I used to be. I got to a point where personal glorification and self-aggrandisement of rappers almost left me gasping for air. As American rapper, Jadakiss, rhetorically asked in his 2004 hit-track Why, “why do rappers lie in 85% of their rhymes?” To be fair … Continue reading Self-made, An Illusion.
Oduwa Commits His International Future to Nigeria
17th March 2016
Tottenham Hotspur youngster Nathan Oduwa has decided to pledge his international future to Nigeria ahead of England. Oduwa, 20, was born in Bloomsbury, England and has represented England at Under 17, Under 18 and Under 20 levels. He was in action for the Young Lions in October 2015 against Germany U20s. The midfielder, who … Continue reading Oduwa Commits His International Future to Nigeria
Twitter Premier League: Harnessing the Internet’s Power for Sports
16th March 2016
TPL, Nigeria’s social media powered sports platform since 2014, storms Enugu this season with hashtag #TPL042.
Animasahun Leads Nigerian Contingent to ITTF Junior Circuit
The Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) has confirmed that teen star, Abayomi Animasahun will lead a four-man team to the 2016 ITTF Junior Circuit in Egypt. The tournament, which will expose the youngsters to world-class competition, starts on March 23 to end on the 27th at the Cairo Stadium in Egypt. Animasahun is expected … Continue reading Animasahun Leads Nigerian Contingent to ITTF Junior Circuit
Choices and Consequences
14th March 2016
As human beings, we are given the mantle to decipher and choose between good and evil. Everyday, we try to sense what’s right and what’s wrong and make a choice between the two. Making a choice is one of the most difficult tasks we face. For instance, imagine you are trying to decide whether to … Continue reading Choices and Consequences
NFF to Ban Use of Stadia for Non Sporting Activities Nationwide
10th March 2016
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) are planning to ban the use of football stadia for non-sporting activities nationwide. The Chairman of Enugu State Football Association, Chidi Offor-Okenwa, said in Enugu on Wednesday that the ban has become pertinent in order to slash the maintenance cost of these stadia. The NFF official said the Federation … Continue reading NFF to Ban Use of Stadia for Non Sporting Activities Nationwide
Nwakali Signs 5-Year Deal with Arsenal
Nigeria youngster Kelechi Nwakali has penned a five-year deal with North London club, Arsenal. Nwakali, who was the player of the tournament at last year’s U17s World Cup, will officially become an Arsenal player when he turns 18 in the summer. It is rumoured that Arsenal had to cough out £3million to Diamond Football Academy … Continue reading Nwakali Signs 5-Year Deal with Arsenal
Nigerian Footballer Inks His Name in Guinness Book of World Records
7th March 2016
Cambodia-based Nigerian footballer, Harrison Chinedu, made history on Sunday in Lagos when he broke the Guinness Book of World Records for the farthest distance travelled with the ball balanced on his head. Chinedu walked a distance of 48.04 kilometers in 6 hours, 15 minutes to erase the previous record set by Indian soldier, Naib … Continue reading Nigerian Footballer Inks His Name in Guinness Book of World Records
FIFA World Ranking: Nigeria Up To 62nd
4th March 2016
Nigeria moved one step up from the 63rd position it occupied in January to 62nd in the latest FIFA ranking released yesterday. Despite Super Eagles’ disappointing outing at 2016 CHAN held in Rwanda, which ultimately led to the surprise resignation of coach Sunday Oliseh, Nigeria moved three places to 63rd position back in January. The … Continue reading FIFA World Ranking: Nigeria Up To 62nd
The Importance of Practising Good Health
3rd March 2016
“To keep the body in good health is a duty…otherwise, we shall not be able to keep our mind clear and strong” – Buddha
What You Need To Know About the New FIFA President
29th February 2016
Gianni Infantino defeated his closest rival and election favourite, Sheikh Salman of Bahrain to become the new president of world’s football governing body FIFA for a period of three years on Friday. He usurped Mr. Salman by 27 votes in the second ballot to emerge President, scoring 115 of the 207 eligible votes whilst Mr. … Continue reading What You Need To Know About the New FIFA President
FIFA Presidential Elections Hold Today
26th February 2016
The World’s football governing body, FIFA, will hold its presidential election today in Zurich, Switzerland. The leaders of the 209-member associations, including Nigeria, are expected to partake in the elections. FIFA held their last Presidential elections last year, which saw Sepp Blatter being re-elected as the President but the Organisation has since been rocked by … Continue reading FIFA Presidential Elections Hold Today
Oliseh Steps Down As Super Eagles Coach
Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh surprisingly resigned from his job as Nigeria’s head coach in the early hours of Friday morning. Oliseh took to his official account, @SundayOOliseh on social media platform Twitter to announce his resignation at about 2.22am. “I feel fortunate, blessed and eternally grateful for having had the honour to play, captain … Continue reading Oliseh Steps Down As Super Eagles Coach
DSTV Brings European Football Closer to Nigerians
25th February 2016
As our economy continues to take a nosedive, South African Pay TV platform, DStv, has decided to slash the price of some of its decoders. The platform, run by Multichoice, will also add value and additional channels to the already existing bouquet. The DStv Explora decoder dish kit with a month Compact subscription has been … Continue reading DSTV Brings European Football Closer to Nigerians
Asuquo Becomes First Nigerian to Be a Certified Gymnastics Coach
23rd February 2016
Tony Asuquo, from Cross River, has become the first Nigerian Gymnastics coach to be certified by the World Gymnastics body, Federation International Gymnastics (FIG).
Fc Barcelona to Set Up Academy in Lagos
European Football heavyweight, FC Barcelona of Spain, have chosen the business hub in the country, Lagos State, to be the home of its first football academy in Africa. This comes just weeks after the Lagos State Government, along with Access Bank, successfully hosted an International sports event – the first Lagos City Marathon. The senior … Continue reading Fc Barcelona to Set Up Academy in Lagos
How Sports Prepares You for Entrepreneurship
22nd February 2016
It is no news again that the unemployment level, particularly among youths, is alarmingly high. The President Goodluck Jonathan-led Government tried to curb this problem through the encouragement of entrepreneurship and small business development. As a result, many Nigerian youths have embraced entrepreneurship as an alternative career choice. Participating in sports can actually help prepare … Continue reading How Sports Prepares You for Entrepreneurship
Finding Balance Between Fun and Focus
19th February 2016
To all things there is an appointed time, and a time to every purpose under the heaven– Ecclesiastes 3:1
Amuneke Promoted To the Flying Eagles
18th February 2016
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed the promotion of Golden Eaglets coach to handle the national U-20 team, the Flying Eagles. In a communique released to the media yesterday after the NFF executive board meeting held in Abuja, the nation’s football governing body confirmed the appointment of the former FC Barcelona and Super Eagles … Continue reading Amuneke Promoted To the Flying Eagles
Quadri Emerges Africa’s Best
16th February 2016
Nigerian Table Tennis star, Aruna Quadri on Monday emerged the males singles winner at the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Africa Top 16 in Khartoum, Sudan after defeating Egypt’s Omar Assar 4-1 in the final. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) after the victory, Quadri expressed his delight in overpowering … Continue reading Quadri Emerges Africa’s Best
Can Sports Help Strengthen the Naira?
15th February 2016
Nigeria’s economy greatly depends on crude oil production. It is common knowledge that the international market price of crude oil has been dwindling since last year. As a result, people from all walks of life have called on the Nigerian Government to diversify our economy. Many highlighted the need for the labour force to return … Continue reading Can Sports Help Strengthen the Naira?
GLO Sponsorship of Nigerian Premier League Ends
12th February 2016
Telecommunication outfit, Globacom, has officially ended their sponsorship of the Nigerian Premier League. Globacom had been in partnership with the League Management Company (LMC) for over a decade, signing their last sponsorship agreement at the beginning of the 2012/2013 league season. However, the deal elapsed at the completion of the 2016 Super Four football tournament … Continue reading GLO Sponsorship of Nigerian Premier League Ends
Managing Desperation
11th February 2016
Every football fan looks forward to Transfer Deadline Day as varied teams make last-ditch efforts to save their season. European clubs scamper to get certain deals over the line before midnight of September 1/February 1(dates are subject to change). The Transfer Deadline Day gives one a practical insight into desperation. Fans/managers are desperate to see … Continue reading Managing Desperation
Lagos to Host Yobo Testimonial
The Lagos State Government has agreed to host a testimonial match in honour of former Super Eagles captain Joseph Yobo for his service to Nigeria. The date of the match is yet to be revealed but is expected to feature top footballers like Didier Drogba, Samuel Eto’o and others. The game will be a celebration … Continue reading Lagos to Host Yobo Testimonial
Over-Expectation: A Recipe for Disaster
9th February 2016
It is quite astonishing how sports are linked to our everyday lives. The English Premier League (EPL), arguably the best TV series in the World, returned to our TV screens for the 24th season last August. Prior to its premiere, there was a lot of fanfare worldwide. Every fan predicted how the season would shape … Continue reading Over-Expectation: A Recipe for Disaster
Record Number of Nigerians in English FA Cup
1st February 2016
The English FA Cup is the oldest cup competition in the world, dating back to the 1871–72 season. Since its inception, only four Nigerian players have been fortunate to have lifted the prestigious cup. John Mikel Obi leads the pack with four FA Cup winner’s medal which he won with Chelsea in 2006/2007, 2008/2009, 2009/2010 … Continue reading Record Number of Nigerians in English FA Cup
Iheanacho Grabs the Headlines with His First Hat-Trick in English Football
[Photo credit: www.skysports.com] Nigeria whiz-kid Kelechi Iheanacho made headlines over the weekend when he scored thrice to help his club side, Manchester City to a comfortable 4-0 win over Aston Villa in the fourth round of the FA Cup. Iheanacho was given the chance to play upfront after Manchester City coach Manuel Pellegrini decided to … Continue reading Iheanacho Grabs the Headlines with His First Hat-Trick in English Football
#CNHighlights: Top 10 Moments in Nigerian Sports in 2015
16th December 2015
2015 has been a wonderful year for Nigerian Sports. Let’s have a recap of the year in terms of sports. 1. Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Ogochukwu Oliseh was chosen by the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) to replace former teammate Stephen Okechukwu Keshi as the new Super Eagles coach in July. His appointment coincided with … Continue reading #CNHighlights: Top 10 Moments in Nigerian Sports in 2015