Lafia, Nigeria – Wednesday, November 28, 2024: Nasarawa United secured a vital 2-1 victory over Bendel Insurance at the Lafia City Stadium on Wednesday evening, ending a three-match losing streak in the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. In a thrilling match-day 14 encounter, the Solid Miners showed resilience and determination, finally breaking their…
In a tournament filled with hopes, dreams, and fierce rivalries, the OAU Giants, long hailed as favourites in the 2024 Osun Intercollegiate Games, suffered an unexpected and heart-wrenching exit in the men’s category. The match that sealed their fate will be remembered not just for its tension but for the ripple effects across the tournament….
Manchester City’s manager, Pep Guardiola, was seen with a significant cut on his nose and visible scratches on his face following his team’s dramatic collapse in the Champions League on Tuesday night. City had been cruising to a comfortable victory at the Etihad Stadium after going 3-0 up against Dutch side Feyenoord, with two goals…
The Osun Intercollegiate Games 2024 roared to life on Tuesday, November 26, with thrilling football matches that left spectators in awe. The day delivered a spectacle of skill, resilience, and high-stakes competition as both male and female teams fought for glory on the lush pitches of Osun State. UniOsun’s women team set the tone with…
In an exciting but ultimately frustrating debut for Nasarawa United, Qamar Qamar showcased his potential, narrowly missing a goal in the dying moments of the first half against Plateau United on Sunday. The former Igbajo United striker was named in the starting XI for the match, marking his first appearance in the Nigeria Professional Football…
An-Nur Model College Are Champions of Ajara U-17 Football Competition Third Edition An-Nur Model College were crowned champions of the third edition of Ajara U-17 Football Competition after defeating bitter rivals Salvation Army Grammar School through penalties following a goal a piece after regulation time. Football enthusiasts and schools thronged enmass the venue of the…
Ido Osun, Osun State – November 20, 2024 – The unlawful arrest and detention of a prominent Kingmaker in Ido Osun, Osun State, has ignited public outrage and raised concerns over potential interference in the traditional selection process for the Olojudo of Ido Osun stool. Chief Odeyemi Rasheed Oladepo (Photo Attached), the Otun Balogun of…
Atalanta’s Nigerian forward, Ademola Lookman, has been named on the final five-man shortlist for the prestigious 2024 CAF African Men’s Player of the Year award, recognizing the continent’s best footballer for performances between January and October 2024. Lookman’s nomination is a testament to his outstanding form on the pitch over the past year. The 27-year-old…
In a bold move to develop football in Osun State, the National Institute for sports (NIS), Lagos has sealed a partnership training pact with the Osun State Football Association to train coaches in the state. The agreement which was signed on Wednesday at the National Institute for sports Lagos would commence with the first batch…
Fidelis Ilechukwu, the Technical Adviser for Rangers International of Enugu and Assistant Coach of the Super Eagles, recently visited HRH Keneth Onyeneke Orizu, the Igwe of Nnewi, to express gratitude and seek royal blessings. The purpose of the visit was twofold: to acknowledged the significant contributions of Igwe Orizu to the Nnewi community and Anambra…
Fadele Okiki-Jesu Joshua, one of the three nominees for the prestigious 2024 Osun State Football Association Referee of the Year award, has earned recognition for his remarkable contributions to football officiating. A Computer Engineering graduate from the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Okiki-Jesu has long been a respected figure in the refereeing community. During…
Osun Intercollegiate Games 2024: The Battle For Supremacy Begins On Wednesday. The press briefing to herald the much-anticipated 2024 Osun Intercollegiate Games was held in grand style on Monday at the Fountain University, Osogbo. The event, which set the stage for the upcoming games, attracted an impressive array of dignitaries, including top officials from the…