Onome Didih breaks three Commonwealth records for Nigeria's fifth gold
Weightlifter Onome Omolola Didih won Nigeria's fifth gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, setting three new records in the women's 53kg event.
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Jigawa Governor Commits to Grassroots Sports, Lauds Sponsor
Governor Umar Namadi reaffirms his administration's dedication to grassroots sports, praising the Accountant General for sponsoring the Hadejia Inter-Ward Football Competition that crowns GRA Ward champions.
Nigeria's Rafiatu Lawal Defends Commonwealth Title with Records
Rafiatu Folashade Lawal won Nigeria's sixth gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games by breaking records in the women's 58kg weightlifting event, defending her title with a dominant performance.
Amstel Malta Launches Be Your Best Campaign for Super Falcons
Amstel Malta unveils 'Be Your Best' campaign to rally support for Nigeria's Super Falcons as they aim for a record 11th WAFCON title in Morocco.
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Super Falcons Aim to Retain WAFCON Title and Qualify for World Cup
Nigeria's Super Falcons, led by coach Justin Madugu, begin WAFCON 2026 title defence against debutants Malawi, with twin goals of retaining the trophy and qualifying for the 2027 Women's World Cup.
Nigeria Fourth at 2026 Commonwealth Games Day Four
Nigeria holds fourth on the Commonwealth Games medals table with 6 gold and 4 silver after Day Four in Glasgow, leading African nations and hosts Scotland.
Nigeria's Busy Day Five at Commonwealth Games
Team Nigeria enters a packed Tuesday at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, aiming to build on its 10-medal haul—six gold and four silver—with sprints, weightlifting, boxing, and wheelchair basketball.
Tanzania Stun South Africa, Côte d'Ivoire Rout Burkina Faso at WAFCON
Tanzania shocked defending champions South Africa 2-1 while Côte d'Ivoire demolished Burkina Faso 4-1 in Group B of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, shaking up the standings.
NFF Condemns Racist Abuse Against Super Falcons Forward
Nigeria Football Federation condemns racist abuse of Esther Okoronkwo, calling attacks unacceptable. NFF confirms thief sentenced to six months, cash returned. Team focused on WAFCON opener.
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Super Falcons Face Malawi in WAFCON Opener
Nigeria's Super Falcons begin their bid for an 11th WAFCON title against debutants Malawi. Coach Justin Madugu insists on victory to start Group C strongly.
Nigeria Archers Record 7 Medals at African Championships
Nigeria won a record seven medals at the African Archery Championships, with archer Damilola Sholademi overcoming lost equipment to contribute a silver.
Five Nigerians Into 400m Semis at 2026 Commonwealth Games
Five Nigerian quarter-milers, including debutant Edidiong Udo, advanced to the 400m semi-finals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, boosting Team Nigeria's medal hopes.
Edidiong Udo Advances at Commonwealth Games Inspired by Late Parents
Nigerian quarter-miler Edidiong Udo advanced to the men's 400m semi-finals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, driven by the memory of his late parents lost within six days in 2025.
Kanyinsola Ajayi Nigeria's only 100m finalist at Commonwealth Games
Nigeria’s only 100m finalist Kanyinsola Ajayi keeps medal hopes alive after winning semifinal in 9.94 seconds; five other Nigerian sprinters eliminated.
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Super Falcons Lose WAFCON Opener 3-2 to Malawi Debutants
Nigeria's Super Falcons lost their opening 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations match 3-2 to debutants Malawi in a stunning upset.
NSC Announces $5000 Per Goal Incentive for Super Falcons
The National Sports Commission has announced a $5,000 incentive for every goal scored by the Super Falcons during the group stage of the 2026 WAFCON to motivate the defending champions.
FIFA Chief Faces Backlash Over World Cup Stake Sale Plan
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell minority stakes in World Cup and Club World Cup commercial rights to private investors faces strong opposition from UEFA.
Ajayi Reaches Commonwealth 100m Final with 9.93s Run
Nigerian sprinter Kanyinsola Ajayi qualified for the Commonwealth Games 100m final with a 9.93-second win in his semi-final heat, becoming Nigeria's sole finalist and eyeing a historic gold.
Nigeria Wins Three Gold Medals on Day 4 of Commonwealth Games
Nigeria added three gold medals on Day 4 of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, all in weightlifting, raising its tally to six gold and four silver, fourth on the medal table.
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FIFA President Infantino Salutes Otamendi's Career
FIFA President Gianni Infantino publicly saluted Nicolas Otamendi after the Argentina defender retired from international football following the 2026 World Cup final.
Brothers Giving Nigerian Basketball Players a Real Shot
Olutobi and Iseolupo Adepitan founded Educational Basketball in 2015 to develop young Nigerian talent through sport, education, and life skills. Now a potential Nike collaboration could expand their impact.
Victor Osimhen: Barcelona Eye Super Eagles Striker
Barcelona targets Victor Osimhen after failing to sign Julian Alvarez, with Galatasaray demanding over €120 million for the Nigerian striker.
NFF Condemns Racist Abuse of Super Falcons Star Esther Okoronkwo
Nigeria Football Federation strongly condemns racist abuse against Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo following a theft incident at the team's Casablanca hotel. Stolen cash was recovered and suspect sentenced to six months in prison.
FIFA Welcomes Zinedine Zidane as France Coach
FIFA officially welcomed Zinedine Zidane as France's new head coach after the French Football Federation confirmed his appointment, succeeding Didier Deschamps.
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Zidane Named France Head Coach on Four-Year Deal
Zinedine Zidane has been confirmed as France's head coach on a four-year contract, replacing Didier Deschamps after France's 2026 World Cup semi-final exit.
Nigerian Wrestlers Win Iowa State Scholarships
Three Nigerian female wrestlers have transferred to Iowa State University on NCAA Division I scholarships after impressing at international competitions, marking a milestone for Nigerian wrestling.
2026 Ballon d'Or: Kane, Mbappe Lead Favourites
Harry Kane's 61 goals and Kylian Mbappe's World Cup Golden Ball make them top contenders for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, with Lamine Yamal as a potential youngest winner.
Besiktas Sets €10m Price for Ndidi Amid Saudi Interest
Besiktas have placed a €10 million asking price on Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi after one season in Turkey, with Saudi clubs Al-Ittihad and Al Diriyah showing interest.
Chelsea to Sign Henderson, Welbeck in Surprise Move
Chelsea is set to sign veteran footballers Jordan Henderson, 36, and Danny Welbeck, 35, as the club looks to add experience to its young squad, with personal terms nearly agreed.
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FIFA Lists Four Conditions for Nigeria's 2030 World Cup Qualification
FIFA has released an assessment identifying four urgent areas Nigeria must address—coaching stability, administrative reform, football identity, and grassroots investment—to qualify for the 2030 World Cup after missing the last two tournaments.
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