Orji Kalu Congratulates Adeleke, Urges APC To Rebuild in Osun
By Anayo Akwitti Former Abia State Governor and Senator representing Abia North, Orji Kalu, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election, describing the outcome as a reflection of the will of the electorate and Nigeria’s democratic process. Kalu, in a statement issued by his media office on Sunday, says the result should […]
Patrick Bassey Joins Bichi First FC As Technical Adviser
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Bichi First Football Club of Kano have appointed experienced Nigerian tactician Coach Patrick Bassey as their new Technical Adviser, in a move that underlines the club’s growing ambition and determination to build a competitive team capable of making a strong impact in Nigerian football. Bassey brings to Bichi First FC valuable experience […]
Nimrod Urges U-18 Beach Champions to Conquer Senior Level
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigerian Volleyball Federation President, Musa Nimrod, has hailed the country’s U-18 beach volleyball team for its impressive international triumph, challenging the young players to replicate their dominance at senior level. Nimrod, who also oversees the CFPP Beach Volleyball Commission, described the competition as highly competitive, praising the players and coaching crew for […]
NSC Backs Traditional Sports With Dedicated Budget
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to the development and international promotion of Nigeria’s traditional sports, announcing the creation of a dedicated budget line to support the sector. Speaking during the National Open Championship of the Traditional Sports Federation of Nigeria in Abuja, the NSC Chairman, Shehu Dikko, said […]
Junior YellowGreens Seal Division One Return in Style
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s Junior YellowGreens have secured a return to Division One of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Africa Qualifier after finishing runners-up in the Division 2 tournament in Rwanda. The Junior YellowGreens capped a strong campaign in emphatic fashion, defeating Sierra Leone by 165 runs at the Gahanga B Oval in […]
NDC, NSSF Promote Shooting as Olympic Medal Pathway
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The National Defence College (NDC), in partnership with the Nigeria Shooting Sport Federation (NSSF), has staged the maiden edition of the NDC Course 34 Graduation Shooting Competition, with stakeholders highlighting the potential of shooting to produce Olympic medals for Nigeria. The competition, held at the National Shooting Range, Package B, Moshood Abiola […]
Squash Ex-Pros Inspire Next Generation at Abuja Championship
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The seventh edition of the Ex-Professionals in Diaspora Junior Squash Championship has ended in Abuja with stakeholders applauding the initiative for promoting grassroots development and creating opportunities for Nigeria’s next generation of squash players. The championship, featuring Under-11, Under-13 and Under-17 boys’ and girls’ categories, was held in Abuja for the first […]
Metro City Shine as Veterans Tournament Produces 11 Goals
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Metro City Allstars recorded the biggest win of the day at the Abuja Veterans Invitational Tournament, thrashing NNPC Ltd Allstars 4–1 as Match Day 2 produced 11 goals. Ex Professionals FC and Ibn Abbas Allstars played out a goalless draw, while Kuje Allstars and MC Steve FC shared the spoils in a […]
INEC Declares Adeleke Winner of Osun Governorship Election
By Anayo Akwitti The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party winner of the 2026 Osun State governorship election. Adeleke secured 511,067 votes, defeating his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who polled 444,815 votes. The declaration was made on Sunday morning by the […]
Nigeria, OIC Deepen Cooperation on Humanitarian Affairs
By Zainab Bakare Nigeria and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) have agreed to deepen cooperation in humanitarian affairs, youth empowerment, counter-extremism, cultural exchange and socio-economic development. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Ahmed, met the OIC Assistant Secretary-General, Ambassador Dr. Tarig Bakheet, at the ministry’s headquarters in Abuja on […]