Sports news and updates
Mahanaim FC defender Sokoato Samuel has joined Czech side SK Sigma Olomouc, with the 18-year-old Nigerian describing the transfer as a major step in his career.
Celtic manager Martin OâNeill has said Kelechi Iheanachoâs difficult run this year is mainly down to fitness issues and limited opportunities, as the Nigerian forward continues to fight for regular minutes in Scotland.
FIFA has confirmed DR Congoâs place in the intercontinental play-off, ending Nigeriaâs protest and confirming the Super Eagles will not return to the 2026 World Cup qualifying race.
A total of 128 boxers are competing at the national trials in Lagos for 10 places on Team Nigeriaâs boxing contingent to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
BREAKING: U.S. Embassy cancels all visa appointments in Abuja This setup puts DR Congo just one match away from booking their ticket to the World Cup, where they will face the winner of Jamaica versus New Caledonia. Nigeriaâs bid to
This yearâs Sportsville award ceremony will be chaired by the Chairman of Brila Group, Dr. Larry Izamoje. The Chairman of the Organizing Committee, Harry Iwuala, disclosed this last night after firming up the appointment with him. The news of Dr.
Nigeriaâs football federation is contesting the Super Eaglesâ playoff defeat to DR Congo, arguing that two players were ineligible as FIFAâs 2026 World Cup countdown enters its final 100 days.
Akogate Group and Canaan Land Golf and Country Club said 50 children will join a one-day golf training in Koko, Delta, on March 8, with organisers linking the event to International Womenâs Day.
Kachollom Enyenihi has been appointed Womenâs Development Director by the Archery Federation of Nigeria, as the federation rolls out plans to expand female participation, grassroots access and talent development nationwide.
Galatasaray have left Victor Osimhen out of Tuesdayâs Turkish Cup tie with Alanyaspor, saying the Nigerian forward is being managed as the club navigates six games in 19 days across domestic and European competitions.
Kaizer Chiefs have offered Nigeria goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali a contract after Brandon Petersenâs appendix surgery left the club searching for cover in a tight title race.
Talks are ongoing to bring Floyd Mayweather back to Nigeria for a proposed December 2026 âMotherland Rumble,â with promoter Keane Anis saying the event could cap a three-continent exhibition tour.
