The recent renovation and upgrade of sporting facilities across Ogun State have been described as a significant leap toward youth empowerment and grassroots development, with the move earning commendation from stakeholders and youth leaders. Speaking in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, the Special Assistant to Governor Dapo Abiodun on Youth Affairs, Olamide Lawal, praised the
Real Madrid Football Club has officially confirmed the acquisition of 20-year-old Spanish defender, Dean Huijsen, as its first major signing for the 2025/2026 football season. The announcement was made on Friday, with the highly rated centre-back sealing a five-year contract that will keep him at the Santiago Bernabéu until June 2030. Huijsen, who joined from
English Premier League giants, Chelsea Football Club, have officially launched their new home kit for the upcoming 2025/2026 season, unveiling a design that blends tradition with a modern tribute to the architectural identity of London. The shirt, which made its debut across Chelsea’s verified social media platforms on Friday, marks a continued partnership with sportswear
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has finally addressed the mounting calls from Galatasaray fans urging him to remain at the club beyond this season, following his sensational form and record-breaking performances in Turkey. Osimhen, who has been on loan from Napoli, emerged as a key figure in Galatasaray’s triumphant campaign, netting twice in their emphatic
Eddie Hearn has called on Tyson Fury to clarify his intentions regarding a potential return to boxing, emphasizing the opportunity for a long-awaited bout with Anthony Joshua. Despite Fury’s recent social media activity suggesting a possible comeback, he has yet to make an official announcement. Joshua is scheduled to undergo keyhole surgery on his elbow,
OGUN, NIGERIA — The much-anticipated Gateway Games 2024 officially begins tomorrow, promising a thrilling showcase of athletic talent and spirited competition. Athletes, coaches, and sports enthusiasts across the region are gearing up for the multi-day event, which has become a highlight on the Nigerian sporting calendar. Organisers have confirmed that the games will feature a
Nottingham Forest forward and Super Eagles striker, Taiwo Awoniyi, is now conscious and steadily recuperating following a delicate surgical procedure to address a serious abdominal injury he sustained during a recent English Premier League match. Awoniyi, who has become a crucial figure in Forest’s attacking line and a pride of Nigerian football, suffered a ruptured
English Premier League giants, Arsenal Football Club, have unveiled their official home kit for the 2025/2026 season in collaboration with global sportswear manufacturer, Adidas. The kit, which was revealed on Thursday, has already sparked excitement among fans and football fashion enthusiasts, as it blends tradition with a sleek, contemporary design. Continuing Arsenal’s long-standing heritage, the
Team Nigeria’s failure to participate in the recently concluded World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou, China, has dealt a major blow to the country’s prospects of qualifying for the relay events at the upcoming World Championships in Tokyo, Japan. The prestigious relay meet, which serves as the primary qualification pathway for the World Championships, saw top
The countdown is almost over. In just two days, the heartbeat of Nigerian sports will shift to the Gateway State, as Ogun gears up to host the 22nd edition of the National Sports Festival (NSF) — tagged Gateway Games 2024 — in what promises to be the most ambitious and unifying sporting spectacle in the
