4+ hour, 28+ min ago   (625+ words) What started as a simple attempt to try something new has transformed into an international sporting career for Nigeria wheelchair basketball captain Ijigbamigbe Gbemisola Olubisi, who has revealed how an unexpected introduction to sport in 2018 changed the direction of her…...

4+ hour, 17+ min ago   (277+ words) Young Nigerian football prospect Melody Junior has arrived in Azerbaijan as he takes an important step in his ambition to build a career in European football. The youngster, who comes from a Nigerian-based football academy, was received on arrival by…...

13+ hour, 31+ min ago   (579+ words) Nigeria recorded mixed fortunes in CAF inter-club competitions at the weekend as Rangers International and El-Kanemi Warriors advanced to the next round, while Rivers United and Shooting Stars saw their continental campaigns come to an end. Rangers produced the most…...

17+ hour, 14+ min ago   (332+ words) Nigerian sprinter, Udodi Chudi Onwuzurike has been ranked a distant 12th on the card of paticipants in the 200m event at the maiden World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest, Hungary, Sports247 reports. This is despite his heroic efforts in winning a silver medal…...

16+ hour, 24+ min ago   (343+ words) Commonwealth Games 2026 men’s 400m hurdles gold medalist, Ezekiel Nathaniel has set his eyes on winning the same event this Sunday at the inuagural World Athleitcs Ultimate Chllenge in Budapest, Hungary. Sports247 reports that, although Nathaniel is ranked fourth on the list of…...

16+ hour, 49+ min ago   (365+ words) NNF President says Green Hawks will carry the dreams of a new generation as Nigeria prepares for historic international debut in Nairobi Nigeria is set to break new ground on the international sporting stage following the emergence of the country’s…...

16+ hour, 34+ min ago   (302+ words) Players, coaches and officials in Nigeria’s under-20 men’s team are cherishing their third place finish at the 33rd Africa Men’s Junior Handball Championship in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Sports247 reports that the achievement came after the squad beat Angola 24-19 in their third-place encounter…...

16+ hour, 1+ min ago   (219+ words) A certified swimming technical expert from South Africa, Finch Cedric has been confirmed to take charge as lead facilitator of a five-day course that will begin this Tuesday at Lagos National Stadium, Surulere, Sports247 reports. The technical swimming coaching course, which…...

17+ hour, 40+ min ago   (274+ words) Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi produced a solid and commanding performance for Hull City as they secured a valuable 2–2 draw against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Ajayi was composed at the heart of Hull City’s defence, demonstrating his experience and defensive…...

17+ hour, 32+ min ago   (265+ words) Super Eagles goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo continued his impressive start to the Championship season with another commanding display between the posts, helping Charlton Athletic secure a valuable 0–0 draw against Portsmouth. READ ALSO: Semi Ajayi Stands Tall at Stamford Bridge as Hull…...