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NOC plans to mark 2026 Olympic Day on June 27

Àbuja, April 7, 2026 – Under the global auspices of Olympic Solidarity, the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) and the Sport- For-All Commission are proud to announce the 2026 Olympic...

Why Eritrean national team players defect in South Africa

In a shocking development, seven players from the Eritrean senior national team have reportedly gone missing in South Africa, refusing...

Are women now better poised for dynamic leadership roles?

Are women now better poised for dynamic leadership roles in Nigeria's sports administration? The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), in...

Man City defeats Arsenal 2-0 to lift Carabao Cup

Manchester City has claimed the first piece of silverware of this season, after it defeated Arsenal 2-0 to...

NFF appeals FIFA’s decision on petition against DR Congo

By Dianabasi Effiong The General Secretary, Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), says the appeal process on the decision of the...
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2026: Results of Day 4 matches played on Tuesday

By Vincent Obi Cairo - Here are results of matches played on Tuesday across Africa which witnessed contrasting fortunes. Group B South Sudan 0-3 Sudan Group C South Africa...

Ebonyi govt floats new football club, Abakaliki FC

Abakaliki, Nigeria - The Ebonyi state government has floated a new football club which will compete in the forthcoming Nigeria National League season. The state...

W/African Judo Union elects Exco to run its affairs 

West African Judo Union elects Exco to run its affairs for quadrennial  The president of the Nigeria Olympic Committee, Engr. Habu Ahmed Gumel congratulated the...

How Christian Chukwu, Nigerian football icon dies at 74

Nigerian Football Legend Christian Chukwu Passes Away at 74 Christian Chukwu, a legendary figure in Nigerian football, has passed away at the age of...

Otu promises to host a hitch-free 2026 NUGA Games

By Dianabasi Effiong Gov. Bassey Otu of Cross River has assured of his administration's preparedness to host a hitch-free 2026 Nigerian Universities Games Association (NUGA)...

Benzema, Ronaldo Nominated For Ballon d’Or, Messi Misses Out

Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema is among the 30 nominees on the shortlist for the prestigious men's Ballon d'Or trophy, organisers France Football magazine announced on Friday.
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