Pearl of Africa T20 Series: Nigeria’s Bowling Brilliance Stuns Namibia-A
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso In a thrilling, edge-of-your-seat encounter at the Pearl of Africa T20 Series, Nigeria’s senior men’s cricket team clinched their first win of the tournament with a hard-fought 6-run victory over Namibia A, defending a seemingly modest total of 105 runs. It was a game that tested character, demanded discipline, and ultimately showcased […]
Future Pro League Set to Kick Off First Trials in Abuja
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso | Abuja, Nigeria Grassroots football in Nigeria is getting a major boost as the Future Pro League International (FPLI) prepares to hold its inaugural player trials in Abuja this weekend. The trials, organised by FPLI founder Clifford Ikwang, will take place on Saturday, 26 July, at the Turf Arena Sports Centre inside […]
Nigeria’s House Committee Launches Nationwide Sports Kits Distribution
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s House of Representatives has launched a nationwide distribution of sports equipment in a bid to revive grassroots sports and boost youth development. The initiative, unveiled on Wednesday at the National Assembly in Abuja, will see sporting kits distributed across all 360 federal constituencies. The programme is spearheaded by the House Committee […]
Social Insurance is Crucial for Every Nigerian Business – NSITF Boss
By Chinedu Echianu Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund, (NSITF), Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, says social insurance is a necessity for all Nigerian businesses. Faleye disclosed this in Enugu on Thursday at a sensitization program organised by the Fund for stakeholders from the Informal sector of the Nigerian economy on extending social protection […]
SEC Targets $500bn from Dormant Assets
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has expressed optimism that Nigeria can unlock over $500 billion in dormant agricultural and mineral assets through the formalisation of commodities and warehouse receipts. Director General of the SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, made the disclosure in Abuja at a national workshop of the Chartered Institute of […]
Nigeria Hosts 14th Africa Armwrestling Championship in Abuja
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Abuja, Nigeria – July 24, 2025 Nigeria has rolled out the red carpet for the continent’s strongest athletes as over 400 competitors and officials from 20 African nations gather in Abuja for the 14th Africa Armwrestling Championship. Speaking at the opening media briefing, Engineer Samuel Jackson, President of the Nigeria Armwrestling Federation, […]
Gilbert Partners with Nigeria Rugby Federation in Major Grassroots Drive
By Nonso Arinzechi Renowned global rugby brand Gilbert Rugby has donated 1,000 rugby balls to the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF), marking a major boost for the sport’s grassroots development in the country. The UK-based equipment manufacturer—official ball supplier to every Rugby World Cup since 1995—handed over the consignment to an NRFF representative in the […]
Ogun State to Witness Rugby Glory as Golden 7s Tournament Begins
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Ogun State, fast emerging as Nigeria’s newest hub of sporting excellence, is set to come alive once again as it hosts the exhilarating Golden 7s Rugby Tournament — a dynamic youth and women’s rugby showcase — on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the iconic Recreation Club, GRA Ota. Organized by the Nigeria […]
Tinubu, Dangote Align on Africa’s Energy Independence and Oil Sector Reform
By Aremu Toyeebaht President Bola Tinubu met privately with Africa’s richest man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, at the State House in Abuja on Tuesday, deepening strategic conversations around Nigeria’s oil and gas sector reforms and the continent’s pursuit of energy independence. Though details of the meeting were not made public, the timing, following President Tinubu’s June […]
All Stars International Mourns the Passing of Vitus Ekoh
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso All Stars International has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Mr. Vitus Ekoh, fondly known as “Apply,” who passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025, after a brief illness. Late Ekoh was a dedicated member of Capital Sportiff All Stars and an affiliate of All Stars International, Abuja. He actively participated […]