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Emmanuel, Osabuohien Emerge Champions At 46th Open Tennis Championship, Abuja

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso | Abuja, Nigeria – July 27, 2025 Michael Emmanuel and Adesuwa Osabuohien were crowned champions in the men’s and women’s singles categories respectively at the grand finale of the 46th Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Senior Open Tennis Championship, held at the prestigious Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. The tournament, one of Nigeria’s longest-running and most prominent tennis competitions, drew elite players from across the country, reaffirming its status as a vital platform for nurturing local talent […]

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Abuja Veterans Tourney: MC Steve Snatches Round 16 Spot

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso In a thrilling twist to close out the group stage of the 2025 Abuja Veterans Tournament, MC Steve pulled off the unexpected, claiming the final Round of 16 ticket with a dramatic 2-1 victory over All Stars UATH. With their backs against the wall after two losses and a draw, MC Steve needed a win by at least two clear goals to survive. And though they fell just short of that margin, results elsewhere tipped the scales […]

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Nigeria Triumphs At 14th African, 7th Para Armwrestling Championships

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso History was made at the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, as Nigeria emerged overall champions at the 14th African Armwrestling Championship and 7th Para Armwrestling Championship, marking a landmark celebration of strength, unity, and sporting excellence across the continent. Team Nigeria finished atop the medal table with 28 gold, 35 silver, and 38 bronze medals. Benin Republic took second with 23 gold, 30 silver, and 11 bronze, while Ghana secured third with 21 gold, 20 silver, […]

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House Committee on Sports Applauds Super Falcons’ 10th WAFCON Title

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The House of Representatives Committee on Sports has congratulated Nigeria’s national women’s football team, the Super Falcons, following their dramatic victory over Morocco in the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). In an electrifying final played in Rabat, the Super Falcons staged a remarkable comeback, overturning a two-goal deficit to defeat hosts Morocco 3-2. The win secured Nigeria’s record-extending 10th WAFCON title, further cementing the team's dominance in African women's football. Chairman of […]

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Sport

Ahmed Musa Lauds Super Falcons’ WAFCON Triumph: “A Massive Win for Nigeria

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso In a stunning display of resilience and determination, Nigeria’s Super Falcons staged an unforgettable comeback to clinch their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title, reaffirming their dominance in African women’s football. Among the first to respond to the historic achievement was former Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, who expressed heartfelt pride and admiration during a post-match interview. “I’m proud of them. Everyone in Nigeria is proud of them,” Musa said with a beaming smile. “I […]

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African Armwrestling: Nigeria Shines with 24 Gold on Day One

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The host nation, Nigeria, delivered a dominant performance on Day One of the 14th African Armwrestling Championship in Abuja, capturing a staggering 24 gold medals, alongside 19 silver and 19 bronze, in the Left Hand competition. The thrilling opening day of action at the M.K.O. Abiola National Stadium witnessed power-packed matchups as Cameroon and Ghana followed closely with 14 gold and 13 gold medals, respectively. With over 400 athletes from 20 countries competing, the championship is living […]

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Economy

NDIC’s New Management Vows to Protect Depositors, Strengthen System Stability

By Oluwakemi Kindness The newly inaugurated leadership of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has pledged to carry out its responsibilities effectively in line with the agency’s mandate to protect depositors and contribute to financial system stability. The newly appointed Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the NDIC, Thompson Sunday, gave the assurance in a statement posted on the Corporation’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday. He expressed confidence in the capacity of the management team to meet […]

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Sport

MC Steve, Sportiff, UATH Compete for Final Round 16 Spot

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2025 Abuja Veterans Tournament has delivered nothing short of thrilling drama, unforgettable upsets, and electrifying moments—and now, as the group stage races toward its conclusion, the tournament reaches fever pitch. From City Gate club’s shock upset that sent shockwaves across the competition, to Veragold’s record number of goals conceded, this year’s edition has lived up to the hype and then some. But it’s the final round of group stage fixtures that promises a crescendo of excitement, […]

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Adefunke Afeniforo Dethrones African Champion Olaleye Marie In Armwrestling

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso In a jaw-dropping moment at the 14th African Armwrestling Championship in Abuja, Nigeria’s Adefunke Afeniforo stunned the continent by defeating long-reigning African champion Olaleye Marie of Benin Republic in the fiercely contested 65kg women’s category — a match already being called the biggest upset of the tournament. Afeniforo, who only began training in armwrestling in April 2025, made history by dethroning the dominant Marie — who had made headlines at the last African Games by clinching double […]

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