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29/06/2025

Fantastic first half display from PSG which resulted in four unreplied goals condemned Lionel Messi's Inter Miami out of the FIFA Club World Cup tournament in

29/06/2025

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested an ex-international football player Segun George ex-international football player

27/06/2025

Behold Samuel Friday James...

Nigerian dazzling goalkeeper in Finland.

22/06/2025

If You’re Broke, Find Another Hustle, Siasia Slams Mikel

By Francis Achi

The Head coach of the Olympics Eagles to the Rio 2016 Olympics, Samson Siasia has categorically stated that Mikel Obi did not pay flight tickets of the team from United States to Rio, reports www.totorinews.com.

Siasia was reacting to the news credited to Mikel Obi in the media space in Nigeria in the past few days, where he said that he paid for the flight tickets of the team from Atlanta to Rio in 2016 and till today, he not been refunded the money.

"Mikel Obi did not pay any flight money for Olympic Eagles from United States to Brazil for the 2016 Olympics. Nothing like that," Siasia told Omonfoma Ebare of AIT Sports.

"We only had issues with hotel bills. I think, he did pay for some of the hotel bills, but that of the flight from United States to Brazil, Mikel did not pay for that.

Delta Airline flew us because Nigerians in the United States were agitated over the issue. A friend of mine went to Delta Airline chairman and they resolved the matter.

He added that : "Yemi Idowu had earlier paid for the team's flight tickets, but the aircraft was too small.

"If Mikel has the receipt to that effect, let him show Nigerians that he was the one who paid.

"Mikel did not pay for any flight tickets of the team. I say this as the head coach of the team then. He should bring the receipt, if he paid.

"May be he is broke and looking for money. He should try other means to make money," he concluded.

21/06/2025

NNPCL Image Maker Femi Soneye Resigns

The image maker for the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Femi Soneye, has resigned.

This was disclosed in his official page on Saturday.

According to him, the decision to resign will afford him more time to be with his family and attend to personal matters.

Below is the post :

"I extend my heartfelt gratitude to you all for the unwavering support, professionalism, and genuine commitment you’ve shown in helping to shape and amplify the NNPC Ltd story over the past 20 months. Your role in building a vibrant and effective communications presence for our national energy company has been nothing short of invaluable.

"I wish to inform you that I have stepped aside from my role as Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd.

"This decision will allow me to devote more time to my family and attend to personal responsibilities that now require my closer presence.

"It has been a profound honour to serve both the Company and our country, and to contribute in my own way to the ongoing transformation of NNPC Ltd.

"I am deeply grateful for the trust reposed in me, the opportunities granted, and the incredible professionals both within and outside the organization with whom I have worked.

"I remain a steadfast supporter and ambassador of NNPC Ltd wherever I go. I enjoin you, dear colleagues, to continue your robust, balanced, and constructive reportage in support of the Company’s noble mission and strategic role in Nigeria’s energy future.

"With sincere appreciation," he concluded.

19/06/2025

17/06/2025

https://totorinews.com/ogbelus-esperance-suffers-defeat-against-flamengo/

Nigeria's Onuche Ogbelu was in action for 90 minutes for Esperance in their 2-0 loss to Flamengo of Brazil in the Group D encounter of the FIFA Club World Cup

16/06/2025

30 Days to Go: Track Dreams Ignite in Abeokuta, as African Junior Athletics Championship Nears

The countdown has officially begun as Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, braces itself to welcome the continent’s future stars for the 3rd African U18 and U20 Athletics Championships, now just 30 days away.

Scheduled to hold at the newly upgraded MKO Abiola International Stadium, the championship promises to be a spectacle of speed, strength, and emerging talent.

Over 50 countries are expected to participate in this prestigious event, with national contingents beginning to arrive from July 12. The championship will take place from July 16-20, 2025.

The Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) has given full endorsement to the facilities, certifying Abeokuta as ready and capable of hosting the continent’s best young athletes.

All eyes will be on Nigeria as it sets the stage for a new generation of stars, poised to follow in the footsteps of national legends like Falilat Ogunkoya, Mary Onyali, Olusoji Fasuba, Deji Aliyu, and Yusuf Alli — all of whom first shone on similar junior stages before becoming global icons.

As excitement builds, Ogun State is not only preparing for the athletics championship but is also setting the groundwork to host the upcoming WAFU B U-17 football championship, further cementing its growing status as a hub for elite sporting events in Africa.

16/06/2025

NOC commenses construction of its Permanent Secretariat in Abuja

The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has officially commenced an ambitious project to establish its permanent secretaiat in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.

This initiative, which aims to enhance the infrastructure and operational capabilities of the NOC, comes on the heels of a 5 hectares of land allocated to it by the Federal Government.

The new site will serve as the headquarters for the Nigeria Olympic Committee.

The project site was unveiled during a recent meeting of the board of the committee at which the leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC) attended in Abuja on June 11, 2025.

It is located around the Aviation Village, in Abuja, the nation's capital.

The two important leaders in sports - the Chairman of NSC, Mallam Shehu Dikko and the Director-General of NSC, Bukola Olapade were in the entourage.

The trip was led by the President of the NOC, Engr. Habu Ahmed Gumel, OON. He was accompanied by members of the Executive Committee and the Board of the committee.

The property will be equipped with various sports training facilities.

These facilities will cater to the needs of various federations affiliated to the NOC, fostering a conducive environment for training, development, and sporting excellence as Nigeria prepares for upcoming international competitions, including the Commonwealth and the Olympic Games.

Primarily, the facility will house the NOC Secretariat as well as streamline the Committee’s operations and enabling a more efficient management of Olympic-related activities in Nigeria.

Some Sports Training Facilities will be sited there. These will include state-of-the-art training facilities for different sports.

This aims to provide a platform where athletes can prepare effectively for national and international competitions.

The establishment of this site is not only a significant step for the NOC but also reflects a commitment to promoting sports development across Nigeria.

It is expected to create a centralised hub for sports promotion, training, and athletes development.

It aims at development of Athletic Programmes With designated training facilities; the NOC aims to enable federations to conduct training camps, workshops, and seminars that are critical for improving the standards of Nigerian athletes.

According to Engr Gumel the secretariat construction is being carried out in phases and entually, have not less than five floors.

The facility will help to boost National Sports Initiatives. It is envissioned to invigorate National sports initiatives and collaborations, providing various federations with the necessary resources to nurture local and professional talents.

The Committee is optimistic that this project will not only improve training standards but also contribute to the success of Nigerian athletes on the global stage.

Among the important issues on the agenda of it's meeting include the National Federation elections that has since commenced as well as the OlympAfrica project at Amuwo odofin, Lagos.

There are issues around some upcoming international competitions, particularly the African school's Sports Games in Algeria from July 25 to August 5, 2025.

The Islamic solidarity Games being hosted by Saudi Arabia from November 17 to November 2021, 2025.

16/06/2025

Bayern Munich romped to a 10-0 victory over Auckland City in their first Club World Cup game as Jamal Musiala had a hat trick in a 17-minute span of the

16/06/2025

After enduring a frustrating 0-0 draw opening draw against Inter Miami in their Group A fixture at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, Al Ahly have confirmed star