A tragic incident unfolded at the Lafia City Stadium on Sunday following an intense Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match between Plateau United and Nasarawa United. Vincent Temitope, a striker for Plateau United and one of the goal-scorers in the game, was attacked by an angry fan after his team suffered a narrow 3-2 defeat.
Several Nigerian footballers are fighting to avoid relegation in their respective European leagues. After Joe Aribo and Paul Onuachu’s relegation with Southampton, other Nigerian stars are desperately trying to keep their teams in the top divisions. Wilfred Ndidi’s Leicester City in Dire SituationWilfred Ndidi’s Leicester City is 19th in the Premier League table, 15 points
The MTN Champs Continental Relays Lagos came to an exhilarating conclusion on Saturday, marking the end of four days of intense competition at the Yabatech and Unilag Sports Complexes. Among the standout athletes were John Caleb, Bernice Onoriode, and Abdulaleem Abdulsalam, who each claimed multiple titles during the grand finale, solidifying their dominance across various
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has officially declared the 2025 African Women’s Volleyball Inter-Club Championship open. This significant event marks a milestone in promoting women’s sports and empowerment across the continent. As a strong advocate for women’s unity and empowerment, Senator Tinubu’s involvement in this tournament reflects her commitment to fostering a culture of
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has addressed the ongoing speculation about his potential move to Serie A giants Juventus, amidst his stellar performances during a loan spell at Galatasaray from Napoli. Osimhen’s impressive goal-scoring form in Turkey has caught the attention of several top European clubs, with Juventus, Real Madrid, and Manchester United all reportedly keeping
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has praised Olusegun Runsewe, President of the Nigeria Golf Federation (NGF), for his tireless efforts in developing golf at the grassroots level in Nigeria. This recognition came during the unveiling of golf equipment donated by the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, Scotland, to the NGF. Shola Fayoyiwa,
Victor Osimhen has continued his impressive form in 2025, scoring his 17th goal of the calendar year. This achievement has propelled him into joint-third position among Europe’s leading goal scorers, alongside Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski and Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres. Osimhen’s latest goal came in Galatasaray’s 3-0 victory over Samsunspor, maintaining the Turkish giants’ three-point lead
Newcastle United is set to face Manchester United in a crucial Premier League match at St James’ Park this weekend, with both teams vying for vital points in their respective quests for European qualification. The match, scheduled for 4:30 PM on Sunday, will be broadcast live on GOtv, offering fans an exciting encounter between two
Sunshine Stars are set to face a crucial battle against nine-time Nigerian champions Enyimba at the Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu Ode on Saturday, April 12, in a match that could significantly impact their fight against relegation. The Ondo State-based club has been struggling throughout the season, currently sitting in 19th place with 35 points,
Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has expressed his hope that Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen will not opt for a move to the Saudi Pro League, as Chelsea continues to show interest in signing him this summer. Mikel, who has a close relationship with Osimhen, believes that the striker should prioritize playing for a top
