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Top 10 Sporting Individuals of the Year

April 19, 2022

  As we bid farewell to 2023, a year filled with challenges and triumphs, let’s take a moment to celebrate the remarkable achievements of some of Nigeria’s brightest sporting individuals across various sports. From the world of football to athletics, and basketball, these individuals have left an indelible mark on the global stage. Read more … Continue reading Top 10 Sporting Individuals of the Year

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Tobi Amusan Cleared for World Athletics Championship

April 19, 2022

In a recent turn of events, Nigerian track and field sensation Tobi Amusan has been given the green light to compete at the highly anticipated 2023 World Athletics Championship in Budapest, Hungary. The decision comes after a thorough investigation by World Athletics (WA) that found her not guilty of doping offences, effectively putting an end … Continue reading Tobi Amusan Cleared for World Athletics Championship

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Rena Wakama: First Woman to Win the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket

April 19, 2022

  In a historic triumph that reverberates through the annals of sports, Coach Rena Wakama has etched her name in gold as the first female coach to guide a team to victory since the inception of the AfroBasket Women’s competition in 1966. Rena Wakama went into the 2023 Afrobasket Women tournament as the only woman … Continue reading Rena Wakama: First Woman to Win the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket

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D’tigress Claim Fourth Consecutive FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Title

April 19, 2022

  The D’tigress of Nigeria emerged victorious in the 2023 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Final held at the BK Arena in Kigali, Rwanda, defeating the host team Senegal with a score of 84 – 74 points. Read more about Sports The D’tigress made a strong start to the game, securing a 19 – 10 point lead … Continue reading D’tigress Claim Fourth Consecutive FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Title

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Super Falcons Secure Round of 16 Spot

April 19, 2022

  The Super Falcons of Nigeria have secured their place in the round of 16 of the ongoing FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia/New Zealand after a goalless draw against the Republic of Ireland on Monday, July 31st, 2023. Read more about Sports Needing only a draw to advance to the next stage, the Falcons … Continue reading Super Falcons Secure Round of 16 Spot

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Asisat Oshoala Makes History at the FIFA Women’s World Cup

April 19, 2022

  In a thrilling encounter at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, the Super Falcons of Nigeria showcased their prowess and determination by securing a hard-fought victory against host nation Australia. Amidst the celebratory atmosphere, one name shone brightly – Asisat Oshoala, the Super Sub, who etched her name in history as the first African player … Continue reading Asisat Oshoala Makes History at the FIFA Women’s World Cup

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Super Falcons Triumph Over Australia in Thrilling Encounter

April 19, 2022

  In a thrilling and action-packed encounter, the Super Falcons of Nigeria displayed their resilience and determination as they secured a remarkable victory against the host, Australia, in the second round of group-stage games. After an impressive draw against Canada in their opening match of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, the Falcons gave their … Continue reading Super Falcons Triumph Over Australia in Thrilling Encounter

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Enyimba International Secures 9th NPFL Title

April 19, 2022

In a highly anticipated showdown, Enyimba International Football Club of Aba emerged victorious as they secured their 9th Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title. The intense clash took place during the Super Six tournament, where Enyimba faced off against formidable rivals Rivers United in a captivating 1-1 draw that left fans on the edge of … Continue reading Enyimba International Secures 9th NPFL Title

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Victor Osimhen Guides Napoli to Scudetto title

April 19, 2022

  Nigerian footballer Victor Osimhen has achieved a major accomplishment in his career by winning the scudetto with Napoli. The Scudetto is the top-flight professional football league in Italy. Read more about Sports Today, May 4th, 2023, on matchday 33, Napoli clinched the 2022/23 Serie A title with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Udinese. This … Continue reading Victor Osimhen Guides Napoli to Scudetto title

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The Achraf Hakimi Partnership: 3 Lessons To Learn on The Importance of Setting Up Structures

April 19, 2022

  Over the weekend, the internet went agog with the story of Achraf Hakimi, 24 years old Moroccan professional footballer, who’s married to Hiba Abouk, his 36 years old Tunisian wife. Read more about Business The Paris Saint-Germain full-back, Achraf Hakimi has a reported net worth of $24 million and 80 per cent of which … Continue reading The Achraf Hakimi Partnership: 3 Lessons To Learn on The Importance of Setting Up Structures

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NBA All-Star Weekend Features Burna Boy, Tems and Rema

April 19, 2022

  The National Basketball Association (NBA) has announced that the NBA ALL-Star Weekend will be starring an Afrobeats-themed performance. Three Nigerian superstars – GRAMMY Award-winning singer, Burna Boy, and 2023 GRAMMY Award-winning and Oscar-nominated singer, Tems, and Rema – will headline the 2023 NBA All-Star Game halftime show. Following the performance, the NBA family will … Continue reading NBA All-Star Weekend Features Burna Boy, Tems and Rema

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How Nigerians Should Remember the Late Pele

April 19, 2022

  Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known mononymously as Pelé, is dead. The Brazilian football legend and three-time World Cup winner died at age 82 on this day, the 29th of December 2022. Read more about Sports Pele had been treated for colon cancer, following surgery to remove a tumour in September 2021, and had required … Continue reading How Nigerians Should Remember the Late Pele

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Team Nigeria Wins 13 Medals As Folashade And Chiemerie Break World Records

April 19, 2022

Nigeria occupies the 8th spot on the medals table. Nigeria’s medal haul in the ongoing 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, United Kingdom, increased to 13 on Thursday, August 4, 2022, after Team Nigeria added four medals. Three out of the four medals were won in Para Powerlifting while one medal came from Women’s Discus Throw. … Continue reading Team Nigeria Wins 13 Medals As Folashade And Chiemerie Break World Records

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Ajibade And Ohale Make WAFCON 2022 Tournament XI

April 19, 2022

The Spanish-based stars were outstanding in Nigeria’s campaign at the continental showpiece. Read more about Sports Nigerian national women’s football team stars, Rasheedat Ajibade and Osinachi Ohale, have been named in the 2022 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Best XI. The duo was instrumental to Nigeria’s campaign at the tournament which saw them qualify … Continue reading Ajibade And Ohale Make WAFCON 2022 Tournament XI

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Four Nigerian Women That Made Sporting History In One Week

April 19, 2022

In the space of one week, four Nigerian women have achieved feats that brought some form of respite to the nation in the midst of a tension-ridden political climate. Read more about Sports Asisat Oshoala set the ball rolling on the 21st of June, 2021 when she won the African Player of the year; her … Continue reading Four Nigerian Women That Made Sporting History In One Week

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