NNL: Kwara United to Name Obuh, Bashir as Head Coach, Media Officer

In a bid to stage a quick return to the top flight football in Nigeria, Kwara United are almost set to name former coach of the side, John Sam Obuh as Technical Adviser and Jimoh Bashir as the Spokesperson for another stint with the Harmony Warriors.

Pinnick: Super Eagles will reach Gabon 2017 & Russia 2018

NFF President Amaju Pinnick has expressed confidence that the Senior Men National Team, Super Eagles, will qualify for the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2018 FIFA World Cup finals.

WTA Rankings: Serena Hits Milestone

As the 2016 season draws near, the irrepressible Serena Williams is able to celebrate a 150th straight week at the top of the WTA rankings.

My exit won’t affect Enyimba –Ikhana

Former Technical Adviser of Nigeria Professional Premier League Champions, Enyimba Int'l FC, Kadiri Ikhana, has said his exit won’t affect the Premier League champions as they prepare for the CAF Champions League.

Rio 2016: AFN Announces Jan. 2 as Camping Date for Athletes

The Secretary-General of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Olumide Baminduro on Wednesday announced that athletes would resume camping ahead of the 2016 Rio Olympics on Jan. 2. Baminduro told newsmen in Abuja that the board of AFN had decided to change the plan in order to achieve podium success at the Games.

AIT and NTA wins Bullet Energy Drink Media Award

Two foremost broadcast media in the country, the African Independent Television and the largest television network in Africa, NTA received the newly introduced media coverage award at the 2015 Mark d ball basketball tournament in Otukpo, Benue State.

I am not aware of Ashiru’s removal- Dalung

The Minister of Youth and Sports Barrister Solomon Dalung in Abuja said GM George Ashiru remains President of the Nigeria Taekwondo Federation.

Adekuoroye strolls into S/Finals; Purity wants more exposure for Nigeria Wrestlers

Nigeria medal hopeful at the Rio 2016, Odunayo Adekuoroye strolled to the semi finals of the Pro Wrestling League without lifting a finger against Ukraine’s Tatyana Kit.

Nigeria needs to invest in other sports says NWF Technical Director

The Technical Director, Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Damian Ohaike on Wednesday said other sports in the country can make Nigeria proud if more attention is paid to them.

I am willing to pay the price for Nigeria- Ebikewenimo

After failing to participate at the 2015 Copa Brazil Wrestling Tournament, Nigeria champion freestyle 57kg, Welson Ebikewenimo said he is ready to serve his fatherland anytime he is called upon.

#KogiDecides: Faleke Drags INEC, Bello to Tribunal

All is now set for the commencement of post election legal fireworks at the Kogi State Governorship Petition Tribunal, following the filing of petition by Hon. Abiodun Faleke, challenging the declaration of Alhaji Yahaya Bello as governor by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Nigeria League Board Leadership: NFF AGA Communique Forbids Incumbent Second Term

By Adewale Ajayi

Many have busied themselves discussing the controversial Article 12 of the NFF AGA communique but not many have taken time to really study Article 9 of this communique to really understand the reality of the situation on ground. 

My Plan for ABS FC - Seni Saraki

 Club chairman of the Nigeria National League, ABS FC of Ilorin, Seni Saraki has revealed in this chat with the Press in Abuja that the Abubakar  Bukola Saraki team will play scientific football. 

The young football administrator who visited the executive and members of the Club Owners Association on a familiarization tour in Abuja believed the Ilorin based club will secure promotion next season.

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New NWFL Board: Matilda Calls for Fairness in Selection

Rivers Angels team manager, Mrs Matilda Onyiloha has called for caution and fairness in the selection of the next Nigeria Women Football League chairperson.

Pelican Stars Players Appeals To Governor To Pay Their Nine-Month Salaries

Pelican Stars players have cried out for help and have also appealed to the sports loving Governor of Cross Rivers State, His Excellency Benedict Ayade to come to their rescue and pay their salaries and sign on fees.