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Gov Eno makes job offer to three Commonwealth Games medalists

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has offered immediate employment to three Commonwealth Games...

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Rivers United, El-Kanemi, Shooting Stars face decisive CAF tests

After Rangers International’s hard earned win via penalties against AS SOBEMAP away in Lome, Togo,...

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‘It’s going to be bloody’ – Amusan warns of tougher women’s hurdles in 2027

Nigerian sprint hurdling starTobi Amusansays she is determined to end the 2026 season on a...

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Akor Adams nets first Serie A goal

Super Eaglesstriker Akor Adams opened his league goalscoring account for the campaign, but his effort...

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CAFCLQ: Rangers survive SOBEMAP scare as Rivers United await San Pedro test

Rangers International have survived a nervyCAF Champions Leaguepreliminary-round tie against AS SOBEMAP of the Benin...

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To captain Fulham is unbelievable – Calvin Bassey

Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has described his appointment as Fulham captain as a “privilege”,...

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‘This is truly life-changing…’ Amy Okonkwo hails Tinubu as D’Tigress receive $100,000 reward

D’Tigress captain Amy Okonkwo has described the fulfilment of President Bola Tinubu’s financial reward promise...

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FIFA U-20 WWC: Aduku demands more from Falconets after China draw

Nigeria’s Falconets kept their hopes of reaching the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA U-20...

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Amokachi, Adepoju lead legends as Afreximbank, TopTier unveil initiative to celebrate Nigeria’s golden generation

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), through its Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) programme, and TopTier Sports...

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Tinubu confirms payment of $100,000 reward to D’Tigress

President Bola Tinubu has fulfilled his promise to reward each member of Nigeria’s senior women’s...

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FIFA U-20 WWC: Nigeria’s Falconets hold China to goalless draw

Nigeria’s Falconets played out a goalless draw with China PR in their second Group F...

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Super Eagles’ Onyemaechi, Otele face fresh challenge as Olympiacos, Basel sack coaches

Super Eagles duo Bruno Onyemaechi and Philip Otele are set for a new chapter at...

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FIFA U-20WWC: Aduku demands victory against China to keep Nigeria’s hopes alive

Nigeria U-20 women’s national team head coach Moses Aduku has declared that the Falconets are...

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Arteta names Okocha, Ronaldinho as most skilful teammates

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has named Nigerian football legend Jay-Jay Okocha and Brazilian great Ronaldinho...

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Pitch Awards: Philips backs Tinubu’s reforms as Osimhen, Iwobi, others win top honours

President of the Nigeria Pitch Awards, Shina Philips, has backed President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing reforms...

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Eguavoen named interim Super Falcons coach ahead of Olympic qualifiers

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed former Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen as...

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Gov. Okpebholo rewards WAFU-B Champions Edo Queens with N50m

Edo State Governor, His Excellency Senator Monday Okpebholo, has rewarded Edo Queens with N50 million...

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US Open Juniors: Ogunsakin bows out to South Africa’s Doig in three-set thriller

Nigeria’s teenage tennis prospect Oluwaseun Ogunsakin has been eliminated from the 2026 US Open Junior...

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FIFA U-20 WWC: Aduku promises improved Falconets display after Spain defeat

Nigeria’s Falconets were beaten 2-0 by Spain in their opening Group F match at the...

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US Open Juniors: Ogunsakin eyes another milestone against South Africa’s Doig

Nigeria’s teenage tennis prospect Oluwaseun Ogunsakin will return to action at theUS Open Junior Championshipson...

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