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Onuche Ogbelu Completes Move to Libyan Giants Al Ittihad

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Nigerian midfielder, Onuche Ogbelu has completed a move to Libyan giants Al Ittihad from Espérance, bringing an end to a successful spell in Tunisia. The 22 year-old was heavily linked with Al Ahli Tripoli, with reports indicating that…

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Marseille Shortlists African National Team Coaches As Search for De Zerbi’s Replacement Intensifies

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Olympique Marseille have stepped up their search for an immediate replacement following the sacking of Roberto De Zerbi. The club has drawn up a list of candidates, with some actively targeted and others proposed through agents and…

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Gusau Confident Eric Chelle Will Remain Super Eagles Coach

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President of the NFF, Ibrahim Musa Gusau has expressed confidence that Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle will continue in his role despite reported interests. Gusau reiterated that Chelle has one year left on his contract with Nigeria…

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Chelle Offered as Roberto De Zerbi’s Replacement at Olympique Marseille

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Roberto De Zerbi has stepped down from his role as head coach of Olympique Marseille after reaching a mutual agreement with the club to part ways with immediate effect. The decision follows a difficult run of results for the Ligue 1 side.…

Stellenbosch Consider Move for Olisa Ndah as Defender Trains with Club

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Stellenbosch FC are weighing up the possibility of signing Nigerian international Olisa Ndah on a free transfer. The centre-back is currently training with the club. Ndah recently parted ways with Orlando Pirates after both parties reached…

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Which Betting Sites Offer a Free Sign-Up Bonus?

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In the world of online betting, free sign up bonuses are a pretty good way to get started for new players. They give you some extra money or chances right away, which can boost what you have or let you try things without losing much. But…

Wednesday, Feb 11

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U-20WWQ: Falconets Lands in Senegal as Aduku Sounds Battle Cry

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Nigeria’s U20 women’s national team, the Falconets, have landed in Senegal ahead of their decisive third round, second-leg clash in the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. With a narrow first-leg advantage secured in Abeokuta, the…

“Why I Left Chippa United” – Stanley Nwabali Breaks Silence

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Super Eagles and former Chippa United goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali has opened up on his emotional departure from the South African side, describing it as a painful but necessary decision for the next phase of his career. After spending four…

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SACKED! Why Tottenham Axed Thomas Frank After Spurs Results Sink

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Tottenham Hotspur have sacked head coach Thomas Frank after just under eight months in charge, following a dismal 2-1 home defeat to Newcastle United that left the club languishing 16th in the Premier League table. The 52-year-old Dane…

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ITTF: Aruna Quadri Crashes Out as Africa Cup Crown Slips for the Sixth Time

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Nigeria’s table tennis icon, Aruna Quadri saw his bid to reclaim the ITTF Africa Cup, come to an end on Monday night in Benghazi, Libya, after suffering a tense seven-set semifinal defeat to Algeria’s Mehdi Bouloussa. The five-time…

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‘Just Chill Eric’… NFF Confident Super Eagles Coach Will Extend Contract

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The wait for an official announcement of Eric Chelle’s contract extension will stretch further as the parties have not concluded on the deal. Providing an update on the Super Eagles coach’s current status, NFF President, Ibrahim Gusau…

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Gusau Responds to Chelle’s Real Madrid Interest, Insists NFF Will Not Negotiate Exit

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The Nigeria Football Federation will not entertain approaches for the Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, before his contract expires. According to NFF President, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, the Super Eagles coach will see his contract as the only…

Tuesday, Feb 10

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Alex Iwobi Opens Up on Nigeria’s World Cup Dream and AFCON Dilemma

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Super Eagles midfielder, Alex Iwobi has admitted that Nigeria are still clinging to hope of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, revealing that the dream of playing on football’s biggest stage outweighs even an Africa Cup of Nations …

“Think Nigeria First!” – Oyedeji Warns as Nigerian Basketball Crisis Deepens

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As the leadership crisis rocking the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) continues to fester, board member and former D’Tigers captain, Olumide Oyedeji has openly called for an end to the turmoil. The long-running dispute within the NBBF…

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Lampard Praises Onyeka’s Immediate Impact at Coventry City

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Coventry City head coach, Frank Lampard has spoken positively about Frank Onyeka, saying the midfielder has settled in well since joining the club on loan in January. Lampard described Onyeka as a quiet and humble personality off the pitch…

Glasgow 2026: NSC Releases ₦200 MILLION Training Grants to Athletes

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Twenty-six Nigerian elite athletes have received a significant financial lifeline ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, as the National Sports Commission (NSC) confirmed the disbursement of over ₦200 million in training grants…

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Ndah’s Father, Agent Dismiss Al-Shomooa Transfer Reports as Fake News

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Olisa Ndah’s father, Mr. Ndubuisi Ndah, has strongly dismissed reports linking the defender with a move to Al-Shomooa, describing the claims as false and deeply disturbing. Reacting to the widespread reports, Mr. Ndah expressed shock at…

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Eric Chelle Explains Lookman–Osimhen Altercation at AFCON

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Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle has shed light on the reported altercation between Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen during the AFCON, describing it as a normal moment of competitive tension. Speaking to RMC Sport, Chelle praised…

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OSHOALA Nets Brace as Al Hilal and Al Ahli Serve Up 3-3 Saudi Thriller

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Asisat Oshoala scored twice as Al Hilal fought back to earn a pulsating 3–3 draw against fierce rivals Al Ahli in an action-packed Saudi Women’s Premier League clash. The Nigerian forward was central to everything Al Hilal did well in…

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Akpan Questions Timing of Nwabali’s Chippa United Exit

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Former Nigerian goalkeeper, Bassey Akpan has raised concerns over the timing of Stanley Nwabali’s contract termination with Chippa United, warning that the move could negatively impact the Super Eagles goalkeeper’s career. Akpan questioned…

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AFRICA GAMING EXPO (AGE) SETS THE AGENDA FOR THE FUTURE OF GAMING AND FINTECH IN AFRICA

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Africa’s leading Gaming and Fintech conference and exhibition, has announced key details for Africa Gaming Expo (AGE), #AGE2O26, reinforcing its position as the continent’s definitive platform for industry dialogue, policy engagement, and…

Eric Chelle Opens Up on AFCON 2023 Water-Pouring Meme

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Nigeria national team head coach, Eric Chelle has opened up on the viral AFCON 2024 water-pouring meme, revealing that the incident was the result of a serious and frightening health challenge. Chelle disclosed that he survived a near…

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Eric Chelle Makes Real Madrid Admission… But He Won’t be Los Blancos’ First African Coach

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If Eric Chelle had an offer to join Real Madrid’s coaching staff, while in the middle of a contract extension with the NFF, he’d be on the next available flight to Madrid. The Super Eagles head coach recently revealed his biggest dream is…

Monday, Feb 9

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Former Super Eagles Reacts to Calvin Bassey’s Bench Role After AFCON

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Former Nigeria international Juwon Oshaniwa has expressed sympathy for Super Eagles defender, Calvin Bassey following the defender’s difficult return to Fulham after the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Bassey, who was a key figure for Nigeria…

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CAF CL: Finidi George Concedes Rivers United Not Good Enough

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Rivers United suffered a heavy 4–1 defeat to Pyramids at the weekend in their CAF Champions League Group Stage Matchday Five encounter, further compounding a difficult continental campaign for the Nigerian side. Reacting after the match,…

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Turnkey iGaming in 2026: The Next Rising Force in iGaming

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If the past couple of years have taught operators anything, it is that speed is necessary to survive in the iGaming industry. You snooze, you lose! In 2024, you saw the buzz around cryptocurrency integration. Last year, it was about who…

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THIRTY YEARS LATER! How Nigeria Stunned Uzbekistan to Clinch Historic Davis Cup World Group II Promotion

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Nigeria’s men’s tennis team has written a new chapter in the country’s sporting history, qualifying for the Davis Cup World Group II for the first time in nearly three decades after a hard-fought 3–1 victory over Uzbekistan in Lagos. The…

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Nigerian-born Giannis Antetokounmpo Joins Chelsea Women Ownership

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Greek-Nigerian athlete, Giannis Antetokounmpo has joined the ownership group of Chelsea Women, partnering with Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian in the latest high-profile U.S. investment into English football. The NBA superstar becomes the…

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Para-Badminton: Eniola Bolaji and Two Others Depart for World Championship in Bahrain

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World number two SL3 para-badminton player and Paralympic bronze medallist, Eniola Bolaji has departed Nigeria for the Para-Badminton World Championship in Bahrain, alongside fellow national representatives Chigozie Jeremiah and Chinyere…

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U-20 WWCQ: Janet Suffers Scary Injury as Nigeria’s Falconets Defeats Senegal

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Nigeria’s Falconets secured a crucial 1–0 victory over Senegal in the first leg of their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026 third-round qualifier. However, celebrations at full time were overshadowed by a devastating injury to star…