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States intensify plans for 2nd Niger Delta Games

Akwa Ibom and Ondo lead preparations for the 2nd Niger Delta Games as states finalize registrations and training. Discover how the region is gearing up for the sporting spectacle.

AFN Panics Over AIU Age Falsification Deadline

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria faces a World Athletics Integrity Unit deadline to explain multiple birth dates for 16 athletes. Officials fear sanctions as the NSC vows to punish culprits.

ABU Zaria to Host 29th NUGA Games in 2028

Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, secures provisional rights to host the 29th Nigerian University Games in 2028. VC Prof. Adamu Ahmed hails it as a boost for sports economy.

Morocco's AFCON 2025: A $1.2bn Lesson for Nigeria

As Morocco reaps $1.2bn from AFCON 2025 and eyes the 2030 World Cup, Nigerian leaders are urged to learn from its vision-driven sports strategy. Can Nigeria move from political obsession to development through sports?

World Athletics Queries AFN Over 17 Athletes' Ages

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria faces a fresh integrity crisis as World Athletics demands explanations for multiple birth dates of 17 athletes. Read the full investigation and potential consequences.

NGOs Reward Edo School Hockey Team After National Success

The Francis & Fidelia Ibhawoh Foundation and CSED Initiative have rewarded St. Maria Goretti School's hockey team for winning silver at the National Youth Games. Read about the cash gifts and legacy of Nigeria's only school with a hockey Astro turf.

New Athletic Stars Emerge for Nigeria at Africa Youth Games

Team Nigeria's fruitful outing at the 4th Africa Youth Games in Angola has unearthed promising talents likened to legends Mary Onyali and Falilat Ogunkoya. Yusuf Alli reports major discoveries securing the nation's athletic future.

Nigeria's Sports Crisis: Hosting vs. Grassroots Development

Experts warn Nigeria's obsession with hosting international sports events is failing its athletes. A strategic shift to grassroots development, policy enforcement, and private sector trust is urgently needed to revive the nation's sporting glory.

NCS Imposes Strict Penalties for Age Cheating

National Council on Sports approves sweeping reforms including heavy fines, suspensions for age cheating, new National Intermediate Games, and compulsory insurance for athletes.

Schools Use Football Tournaments for Youth Development

Nigerian schools are embracing grassroots football tournaments to foster discipline, teamwork and talent discovery among students. The Alabi Oyo Tournament in Lagos shows growing interest in holistic education beyond academics.

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