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30/07/2025

On April 13, 2024, a group of masked individuals identifying themselves as Yoruba Nation agitators stormed the Oyo State Secretariat and House of Assembly in Agodi, Ibadan.

On April 13, 2024, a group of masked individuals identifying themselves as Yoruba Nation agitators stormed the Oyo State Secretariat

30/07/2025

As the Chairperson of the Kogi State Table Tennis Association, Shaibu D. Mohammed is a man on a mission to transform table tennis in Nigeria. With his extensive experience and passion for the sport, he is confident that he can bring about positive change.

As the Chairperson of the Kogi State Table Tennis Association, Shaibu D. Mohammed is a man on a mission to transform table tennis in Nigeria.

28/07/2025

Jibril Ojih Saido, Secretary General of the Commonwealth Handball Association, Board Member of Handball Federation of Nigeria, and President of Mega Handball Veterans, Abuja, is on a mission to revolutionize handball in Nigeria.

Jibril Ojih Saido, Secretary General of the Commonwealth Handball Association, Board Member of Handball Federation

27/07/2025

The 2025 ITTF African Youth Championships is set to ignite Lagos, Nigeria, with over 150 young table tennis talents from across the continent gathering for the prestigious event.

The 2025 ITTF African Youth Championships is set to ignite Lagos, Nigeria, with over 150 young table tennis talents from across the continent

26/07/2025

The 2025 WTT Contender Lagos got off to a thrilling start on Thursday, July 24, with a major upset that sent shockwaves through the Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall at Teslim Balogun Stadium.

The 2025 WTT Contender Lagos got off to a thrilling start on Thursday, July 24, with a major upset that sent shockwaves

25/07/2025

Mr Eche Amos, Public Relations Officer (PRO) of Nasarawa State Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, has been recognized for his outstanding contribution...

Mr Eche Amos, Public Relations Officer (PRO) of Nasarawa State Ministry of Youth and Sports, has been recognized for his outstanding

23/07/2025

Nigerian quarter-miler, Hafson Majekodunmi is beaming with joy and confidence about her fortune at the just concluded event, as she claimed a silver medal in the women’s 400m event at the 5-day CAA U-18/20 Championships.

23/07/2025

Pacesetter Queens FC, Oyo State’s premier female football club, was officially unveiled on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at a vibrant press conference in Ibadan.

22/07/2025

The planned Sport Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Lagos Chapter Congress, scheduled for Tuesday, July 22, 2025, has sparked controversy over the notice period. Members have raised concerns that the 72-hour notice is unconstitutional and may disenfranchise legitimate members.

The planned Sport Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Lagos Chapter Congress, scheduled for Tuesday, July 22, 2025, has sparked controversy

21/07/2025

Nigerian table tennis players are gearing up for the WTT Contender Lagos, which kicks off on Tuesday, July 22, at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos.

Nigerian table tennis players are gearing up for the WTT Contender Lagos, which kicks off on Tuesday, July 22,

20/07/2025

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) and the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) have taken swift action after a serious accident involving Tunisian athletes. The incident occurred on Saturday evening while the team was returning to the Games Village from the competition venue.

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) and the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) have taken swift action after a serious accident

20/07/2025

The 3rd edition of the Confederation of Africa Athletics, (CAA), U-18/20 Athletics Championship, currently underway in the ancient city of Abeokuta, capital of Ogun State, South-West, Nigeria, has lived up to the expectations and hype in all ramifications.

The 3rd edition of the Confederation of Africa Athletics, (CAA), U-18/20 Athletics Championship, currently underway in the ancient city