AITEO Cup: Sunshine Stars outwit Akwa United

Ajibola Otegbeye again scored the decisive goal as Sunshine Stars edged Akwa United 1-0 in an AITEO Cup first leg semi final tie at the Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu Ode on Saturday.

AITEO Cup Semi Final 1st Leg Results

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* Ibom Angels Vs Confluence Queens did not hold as Abia Angels appealed their disqualification and the AITEO Cup Organizing Committee will meet and take a decision on this matter on Tuesday, 3^rdOctober 2017

Tornadoes rally to beat FC IfeanyiUbah in Aiteo Cup semis

Niger Tornadoes came from teo goals down to beat FC IfeanyiUbah 4-2 in the Aiteo Cup first leg semifinal clash played at the Confluence Stadium, Lokoja on Saturday.

Aiteo Cup: Bala hopeful young Tornadoes will sail through IfeanyiUbah

Niger Tornadoes' Technical Adviser, Abubakar Bala has disclosed that his side would respect their semifinal opponent, FC Ifeanyi Ubah as the defending champion of AITEO Cup but believes his young tutored side was equipped to give them a good game.

Sunshine Stars engages Akwa United in a quest for Aiteo Cup final ticket

 Two of the Nigeria Professional Football League's finest will begin the battle for a place in the 2017 AITEO Cup final this weekend, when Sunshine Stars host 2015 Champions, Akwa United at the Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu Ode.

FC IfeanyiUbah, Rivers Angels headline Aiteo Cup semi final battles

The semi final, first leg matches of the 2017 AITEO Cup competition will take place on Saturday with Cup holders FC IfeanyiUbah (men) and Rivers Angels (women) eyeing spots in the grand finale with the firm intention of defending their crowns.

AITEO Cup: Organizing Committee throws out Abia Angels

The Organizing Committee of the 2017 AITEO Cup on Thursday threw out Abia Angels of Umuahia from the competition after careful consideration of a protest lodged by Confluence Queens of Lokoja on player eligibility.

Falconets off to Dar es Salaam, promise victory

Nigeria’s U20 women football team Falconets, will go all out for victory in Sunday’s 2018 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifying first round, second leg match against their Tanzanian counterparts in Dar es Salaam.

LMC Partners MEDICAID in Fight against Cancer

A Non Governmental Organisation (NGO), Medicaid Cancer Foundation on Tuesday has enlisted the support of the League Management Company (LMC) in their campaign to eliminate Cancer and assist patients.

Abdulrahman wants quick start of new NNL season

Head Coach of Kogi United, Tunde Abdulrahman has called for quick resumption of the new Nigeria National League, NNL season just as challenged the league organizers and club administrators to improve match officials and players' welfare packages.

Kogi United wraps NNL season with comfortable victory

Kogi United ended the 2016/2017 Bet9ja Nigeria National League, NNL season on a high note with a comfortable 2-0 victory over FC Zamfara in Lokoja on Wednesday.

Bondo to take charge of Nigeria, Zambia showdown

 Joshua Bondo, a 39 –year old referee from Botswana who has been an international arbiter for the past 10 years, will take charge of the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifying cracker between Nigeria and Zambia in Uyo next week Saturday.

Mikel: We respect Zambia, but it’s time we wrap this up

 Super Eagles' Captain, Mikel John Obi has declared that though the three –time African champions have respect for 2012 AFCON winners Zambia, the total commitment to ensuring early qualification for the 2018 FIFA World Cup finals will see Nigeria wrap up the campaign next weekend.

NFF picks date for 2017 Annual General Assembly

The Congress of Nigerian Football has approved that the 2017 Annual General Assembly of Nigeria Football Federation take place in Jos, Plateau State on Thursday, 19^th October 2017.

NFF commiserates with Gov Lalong on brother’s death

The Nigeria Football Federation has commiserated with the Executive Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency Barr. Simon Bako Lalong over the death of his younger brother, Dr. Wummen Tsenba Bako.

Asaba 2018: Yusuf Alli commends Okowa, says Asaba track will produce fast times

 The chairman Technical subcommittee for the Asaba 2018 CAA African Senior Athletics Championships, Yussuf Alli has commended the pace of work at the Asaba Township Stadium meant to host Africa’s flagship athletics event in August 2018.

LMC urge CHAN Super Eagles to build on gains of WAFU Experience

Players and officials of the Super Eagles squad to the just ended West African Football Union (WAFU) tournament in Ghana has received commendation from the League Management Company (LMC) which urged them to build on the lessons learnt from the sub-continental championship for the 2018 African Nations Championship (CHAN).

NBBF players Rep to hold 2 days retreat with league players

The Players Representative on the board of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, Ejike Ugboaja will meet with all players in the Nigerian Basketball League system on Wednesday and Thursday to fashion a way forward for players and the game.

Winning silver at Africa 3x3 championship delights NBBF

The Nigeria Basketball Federation again etched its name on silver following another winning feat by the National under-18 boys and girls teams on Sunday in Mali at the FIBA Africa 3x3 championship.

Pinnick, Dikko, others in Jos for Fresh Cup finals

Chairman of Referees Appointment Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation, Comrade Ahmed Yusuf Fresh, has invited major football stakeholders to Jos, Plateau State capital to grace the final of 'Comrade Ahmed Fresh Football on the Plateau'.

AITEO Cup: Fierce battles in Ijebu-Ode, Benin City

Edo Queens defied all predictions to hold champions Rivers United to a 0-0 draw in their first leg, quarter final match at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium, Port Harcourt on Wednesday and look forward with high expectations to Saturday’s return in Benin City.

3rd NYG: Kwara commends Gov Ahmed, commences preparation for 4th edition

Kwara state has kicked started preparations for the 4^th edition of the National Youth Games, even as it is still celebrating its feta at the just concluded 3^rd edition of the Games.

Team Kwara dazzles at Mini Cadet Table Tennis tourney

Kwara state table tennis cadet players on Tuesday returned home from the recently concluded Koker Farm Mini Cadet Championship with 16 trophies.

Rivers United season in review

Started the season as a favorites to win all competitions, but Rivers United were unable to conquer any in the 2016/2017 football season.

AITEO Cup: Inspired Plateau United storm Lokoja

New champions of the Nigeria Professional Football League, Plateau United will take over Lokoja on Wednesday with their army of supporters as the first leg, quarter final matches of this year’s Aiteo Cup competition take place across the country.

National 3x3 team under pressure to emulate D’Tigress and D’Tigers- Okoh

Newly appointed coach of the national under 18 boys and girls teams, Christopher Okoh has admitted that his wards are under pressure to buckle up and perform at the upcoming 2017 FIBA Africa 3x3 championship in Mali.

Okpotu, Eneji score as Nigeria reaches WAFU semifinals

Second half goals from Anthony Okpotu and Peter Moses handed Nigeria a 2-0 win over Ghana in their final Group A game of the 2017 WAFU Cup of Nations at Cape Coast Sports Stadium on Monday, September 18 and consequently a place in the semifinals of the competition.

Olorunda LG FC wins Ogunjobi Golden Cup

Olorunda Local Government FC of Oshogbo, have emerged winners of the second edition of the Ogunjobi Golden Cup after beating Yaa Jamiu Isibo FC of Ede 2-0.

FRSC rejects Kogi United license

Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC Football Club defeated gallant Kogi United by a lone goal in the Matchday 25 of the Bet9ja Nigeria National League, NNL clash on Saturday.

Fresh leads NFF board members, State FA chairmen to Oshogbo for Ogunjobi Golden Cup Final

The Chairman, Referees appointment commitee of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ahmed Fresh is leading  top football administrators in the country to Oshogbo, Osun state capital to graced finals of the 2nd edition of Ogunjobi Golden Cup.

WAFU Cup: Nigeria, Mali share spoils in Cape Coast

Neither Eagle could soar as Mali and Nigeria played to a goalless draw in the opening Group A match of the 2017 WAFU Cup of Nations at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium on Thursday, September 14.

2017 AITEO CUP QUARTER FINAL PAIRINGS

Defending champions FC IfeanyiUbah have been handed a tricky draw against Abubakar Bukola Saraki, ABS Ilorin FC in one of the men's quarterfinal draws of the 2017 Aiteo Cup.

NYG: Kwara sweeps squash medals

Kwara state is leaving up to its name as the home of squash as they won the Boys and Girls Singles event gold and silver, at the on-going National Youth Games.

“I Was Thinner Than A Broomstick.” - 'Body’ Waheed

 Bet9ja Sponsored Power lifter Kareem ‘Body’ Waheed has disclosed that continuos exercise was the secret behind his present size and has aided him to win laurels and recognition.

Alalade strikes ABS to Aiteo Cup last eight

Wasiu Alalade’s 47th minute strike was enough for Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC, to dump out Unicem Rovers of Calabar from the Aiteo Cup on Wednesday. 

LMC pledges supports for Benue Flood Victims

The League Management Company LMC, organizers of the Nigeria professional Football League in Nigeria have promised to support the victims of the recent devastating flood in Benue state, north central Nigeria. 

Akorede heads Osun United to Aiteo Cup Quarterfinal

Osun United Football Club continue their good run in the Aiteo Cup as they came from a goal down to defeat Nationwide League One side, Elkanemi Babes Football Club of Maiduguri, 2-1 at the Oshogbo Township Stadium. 

2017 Aiteo Cup Round of 16 Results

The 2017 Aiteo Cup Round of 16 games for men and women were decided on Wednesday at various centre across the country.

Rivers Angels perch on Ben Women to book Aiteo Cup quarter final ticket

Defending Champions, Rivers Angels proved too strong for their opponents, Ben Women FC of Cross Rivers as they trashed them 9-0 to inside the mainbowl of the Yakubu Gowon Stadium on Wednesday to advance to the last eight of the competition.

AITEO Cup: Sunshine Stars Subdue Ngwa FC, Breeze Into Quarterfinals

Ezekiel Thompson scored twice as Sunshine Stars eased to a comfortable 3-1 win over giant killers, Ngwa FC in a AITEO Cup round 16 match at the Abakaliki Township Stadium on Wednesday.

AITEO Cup Round of 16 Fixtures, Venues, Kickoff Time

The Round of 16 of Nigeria's oldest football competition, AITEO Cup (formerly called FA Cup, Federation Cup) gets underway on Wednesday at various centers in both men and women category.

Check out the Fixtures, venues and kickoff time

AITEO Cup: Shooting Stars seek redemption in Uyo

The Round of 16 matches of this year’s AITEO Cup competition for men and women will take place across the country on Wednesday.

Falconets hit Benin City for Tanzania

The U20 Women National Team, Falconets have arrived in Benin City ahead of Saturday’s 2018 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifying match against their counterparts from Tanzania.

Afrobasket 2017: Ahmedu urges Nigerians to rally D'Tigers

The Nigeria Basketball Federation has urged Nigerians not to push the panic button as the men's senior national basketball team the D’Tigers prepare for their quarter final clash against Cameroon at the ongoing 2017 Afrobasket Men championship.

CAF TICKETS: Gold Cup congratulate MFM FC , Enyimba

General Coordinator Gold Cup Pre-Season Tournament, Tunde Shamsudeen, has heaped praises on Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministires (MFM FC) and Enyimba International Football Club after they respectively picked a CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup ticket.

WAFU Cup: Nigeria, Ghana rivalry raises stakes for Thursday’s game

The legendary rivalry between West African giants Nigeria and Ghana has considerably increased the stock for Thursday’s WAFU Cup of Nations encounter between both nations in Cape Coast.

WAFU Cup: Moses' late goals seal group stage ticket for Nigeria

Moses Osas Okoro and Moses Eneji Peter scored a goal apiece in the final five minutes of the tie to hand Nigeria a 2-0 win over Sierra Leone in a Last 16 match during the 2017 WAFU Cup of Nations at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium on Monday, September 11.

Babangida scores Kano Pillars low

The management of former Nigeria Professional Football League, NPFL champions, Kano Pillars football club has described the performance of its club in the just concluded 2016/2017 season as not impressive.

Lobi Stars engage Nasarawa United in a charity match for Benue Flood victims

Two friends, Mike Idoko and Isaac Danladi have both summoned their armies to battle as Lobi stars host Nasarawa United at the Aper Aku stadium on Wednesday.