Omidiran Backs Women’s Football, Set to Grace FCT Tournament
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission, FCC, Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has pledged her full support for the development of women’s football in the Federal Capital Territory. Omidiran made the commitment during a courtesy visit by the President of HerGame Foundation and FCT Football Association Board Member, Dr Pat Adjuma Ayegba, in […]
Mgbuka FC Lift Game Changer Unity Cup Trophy in Abuja
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Mgbuka FC of Apo have been crowned champions of the inaugural 2026 Game Changer Unity Cup after edging Tyre Plaza FC 1–0 in a keenly contested final in Abuja. The final, played on Sunday, at the “Stadium of Light” inside Covenant Garden Estate, Apo Dutse, attracted thousands of spectators from Apo and […]
Abuja Gears Up for 2026 Hockey Super League
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s top hockey teams will converge on Abuja as the 2026 Hockey Super League takes centre stage from June 25 to July 5 at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, promising ten days of high-quality competition and sporting excitement. The annual championship will feature leading men’s and women’s teams from across the country […]
National Division 1, 2 Volleyball League Continues With Thrillers
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2026 National Division One Volleyball League continued to serve up thrilling encounters on Day Two at the Moshood Abiola Stadium Package B, Abuja, with teams battling fiercely for early dominance in both the men’s and women’s categories.The 2026 National Division One Volleyball League continued to serve up thrilling encounters on Day […]
FCT Begins Screening for Sports Association Elections
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Sports Department has commenced the screening of aspirants seeking election into the boards of various sports associations ahead of the 2026 FCT Sports Associations elections. The exercise, being conducted by the FCT Steering Committee, started on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at the Conference Hall of the FCT […]
CNS Spikers Defeat Customs 3–1 to Clinch Super Cup Title
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso CNS Spikers produced a spirited comeback to defeat the Nigeria Customs Service 3–1 and claim the men’s title at the 2025 Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) Super Cup in Abuja. After losing the opening set 21–25, CNS Spikers bounced back with renewed intensity and tactical discipline, winning the next three sets 25–18, 25–23 […]
CRICKET: ICC, NCF charts fresh strategy for growth at Two-day meeting in Lagos
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) has successfully concluded a two-day strategy meeting in partnership with the International Cricket Council (ICC) in Lagos, held on November 7 and 8, 2025. The high-level engagement, themed around redefining and repositioning cricket in Nigeria, focused on reviewing the NCF’s strategic policies to accelerate the sport’s growth […]
Imo Emerges Overall Winners at South east Taekwondo Championships
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The vibrant city of Owerri came alive over the weekend as the South East Taekwondo Championships thrilled fans and athletes alike at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Dan Anyiam Stadium. The three-day regional event, held from November 7 to 9, 2025, featured 74 athletes from four South Eastern states—Imo, Abia, Ebonyi, […]
19 Nigerian Coaches Earn FIVB Certification
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Olympic Solidarity Beach Volleyball Coaching Course, jointly organized by the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), and the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB), came to a close Saturday in Abuja, marking the end of five intensive days of technical instruction, learning, and collaboration. Held from November 4 to […]
Tennis Community Pays Tribute to Late NTF President, Ifedayo Akindoju
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso It was a solemn evening as the Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF), family members, friends, and tennis enthusiasts gathered at the Tennis Courts of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, to celebrate the life and legacy of late Ifedayo Akindoju, the immediate past President of the Federation. The Night of Tributes was a […]