Nigeria’s U19 women’s basketball team, the Junior D’Tigress, will square off against Argentina today in the classification round of the ongoing FIBA U19 Women’s Basketball World Cup in Brno, Czechia. After exiting the race for the title with a 77 to 51 loss to Hungary in the round of 16, the Nigerian girls are now
Nigeria’s Super Falcons are set for a crucial showdown today as they lock horns with the Copper Queens of Zambia in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Casablanca, Morocco. The highly anticipated clash will be played at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium, where the Falcons finished top of Group A with
Lagos, July 18, 2025 — As part of its statutory mandate to ensure optimal performance and adherence to administrative standards across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Public Service Monitoring Office (PMO), has commenced its 2025 inspection exercise with a strategic visit to the Lagos State Sports Commission. Led by
ABEOKUTA, Ogun State – July 17, 2025 The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has praised Governor Dapo Abiodun for transforming Ogun State into a vibrant hub for sports development, declaring that the state’s youth will remain grateful for the administration’s commitment to reviving sports infrastructure and hosting international competitions.
Italian giants Juventus are eyeing Nigeria international Raphael Onyedika as a potential replacement for outgoing midfielder Douglas Luiz, as the club begins preparations for a midfield reshuffle ahead of the 2024/25 season. Luiz, who joined the Bianconeri from Aston Villa last summer in a deal worth sixty million dollars, is reportedly close to leaving Turin
Nigeria’s Junior D’Tigress will lock horns with Hungary today in the round of 16 of the ongoing 2025 FIBA Under 19 Women’s World Cup in Brno, Czechia, as the knockout phase begins following the conclusion of the group stage. The Nigerian girls lost their final group match 79 to 61 against Portugal on Tuesday, finishing
In a development that could send shockwaves through English football, Liverpool are said to be monitoring the situation of Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, with a view to making an audacious move for the England international. This is according to a report published by the Daily Mail, which claims the Merseyside giants are weighing up
Manchester City have today inked a game‑changing extension with German sportswear brand Puma, worth a staggering £100 million annually, in a deal set to run for at least ten years, reportedly until 2035. Valued at approximately £1 billion, this agreement stands as the richest ever kit partnership in Premier League history. This new contract far
Eintracht Frankfurt have turned down a blockbuster offer from Newcastle United—reportedly breaking the Magpies’ transfer record—of around £70 million for their in‑form striker Hugo Ekitike. The 23‑year‑old Frenchman, who netted 22 goals and supplied 12 assists across 48 outings last season, has become one of Europe’s hottest prospects. Newcastle boss Eddie Howe and sporting chiefs
Nottingham Forest have declared that their prized midfielder, Morgan Gibbs‑White, is staying put, despite Tottenham Hotspur’s keen interest in triggering his reported £60 million release clause. Forest have paused all communication with Spurs and lodged a formal complaint with the Premier League, accusing the North London club of engaging the player without permission and potentially breaching confidentiality over the
