Osimhen Urges Lookman to Join Galatasaray (10.06.2026)
Victor Osimhen reportedly urged Ademola Lookman to join Galatasaray, as the Turkish giants pursue the Nigerian winger from Atletico Madrid this summer.
Category : Athletics
Access Bank, Danmarna Win at UNICEF Charity Polo Event
Access Bank, Katsina Danmarna, Max Air, and Golden Brickmore emerged winners at the 2026 UNICEF Charity Polo Tournament in Kaduna, with Access Bank also donating N10 million to UNICEF.
Damissah to Serve as Volunteer at 2026 FIFA World Cup
Nigerian multimedia journalist Hilary Damissah is selected as a volunteer for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, joining over 60,000 volunteers worldwide.
Kysre Gondrezick's Parents and Siblings: Life Away from Spotlight
Discover the family behind WNBA star Kysre Gondrezick: her late father Grant Sr., mother Lisa, and siblings Kalabrya and Grant II, all basketball talents.
Trump Booed at NBA Finals in New York City
Donald Trump was loudly booed during the US national anthem at Madison Square Garden before Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs.
2026 World Cup: Unique Facts About Each African Team
Discover one interesting fact about each of the 10 African nations set to compete at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.
Amusan sets new meet record in Taiwan
Nigerian world record holder Tobi Amusan won the women's 100m hurdles at the New Taipei Athletics Open in 12.72 seconds, setting a new meet record and extending her dominant run.
Nigeria wins 3 medals at Ulaanbaatar wrestling ranking series
Team Nigeria concluded the Ulaanbaatar 2026 UWW Ranking Series with one silver and two bronze medals, secured by Hannah Ojo, Esther Kolawole, and Christianah Ogunsanya in Mongolia.
Nigeria's Enekwechi wins gold at Znamensky Memorial
Chukwuebuka Enekwechi clinched gold at the Znamensky Memorial in Russia with a throw of 21.27m, beating Mexico's Vazquez Gomez and Romania's Toader.
NOC Postpones 2026 Olympic Day to July 4
Nigeria Olympic Committee postpones 2026 Olympic Day from June 27 to July 4 for better preparations. 18 states to host event promoting Olympic values.
Timber Misses World Cup, Geertruida Called Up
Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber has been ruled out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to injury. Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman has called up Lutsharel Geertruida as his replacement.
Kane, Mbappe Favourites for 2026 World Cup Golden Boot
Opta predicts Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, Lionel Messi, and Cristiano Ronaldo as top contenders for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot.
Itemuagbor Hails Okphebolo for Okpekpe Race Success
Mike Itemuagbor lauds Edo Governor Okphebolo for security and support in hosting the 11th Okpekpe International 10km Road Race, proving Nigeria is safe for global athletics.
Ofili Now Africa's Fastest 200m, Onojuvwevwo Rules 400m
Favour Ofili clocks 22.15 to top African 200m list, while Ella Onojuvwevwo wins 400m in 49.47, ranking second globally this season.
Eriksen Collapses Again; Fans Call for Retirement
Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine, prompting fans to urge retirement. He regained consciousness and is stable.
Casillas: Messi Tougher Than Ronaldo in GOAT Debate
Iker Casillas admits Lionel Messi gave him sleepless nights, calling him harder to face than Cristiano Ronaldo. The Real Madrid legend also recalls Messi's call after his heart attack.
Enekwechi Wins Gold at Znamensky Memorial in Russia
Nigerian shot put star Chukwuebuka Enekwechi wins gold at the Znamensky Memorial in Russia with a throw of 21.27m, defeating rivals from Mexico and Romania.
PFL Africa Ramps Up Fan Drive Before June 13 Fight Night
PFL Africa expands its fan engagement in Lagos with street activations in Surulere and Marina, aiming to boost MMA awareness and ticket sales ahead of the June 13 Fight Night.
Tobi Amusan Wins Gold, Sets New Record in Taiwan
Nigerian sprinter Tobi Amusan won gold in the women's 100m hurdles at the New Taipei Athletics Open, setting a new meeting record of 12.72 seconds.
Nigeria's Track Stars Set for Lone Star Grand Prix
Four Nigerian athletes, including Favour Ofili and Rosemary Chukwuma, compete at the Lone Star Grand Prix in Texas against world champions.
NSC Appoints Lekan Fatodu as Nigeria Aquatics President
The National Sports Commission appoints Lekan Fatodu as President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation to oversee swimming, diving, water polo, and other aquatic sports development.
Marquinhos Names Arsenal Star Best Defender Ahead of World Cup
Paris Saint-Germain captain Marquinhos hails Arsenal's Gabriel Magalhaes as the world's best centre-back after UCL final and ahead of 2026 World Cup.
2026 World Cup Referee Pay: $60,000-$70,000 Per Official
FIFA has appointed 52 referees, 88 assistants, and 30 VAR officials for the 2026 World Cup. Centre referees will earn between $60,000 and $70,000, with knockout stage officials receiving higher pay.
Yekini's Goal Among Top 6 African World Cup Moments
Rashidi Yekini's emotional 1994 celebration ranks among Africa's greatest FIFA World Cup moments, alongside Morocco, Cameroon, Senegal, Ghana, and South Africa.
Carloha Nigeria Enhances Okpekpe Road Race with Innovation
Carloha Nigeria, Chery dealer, enhanced the 2026 Okpekpe International Road Race with vehicle displays, test drives, and the Chery HIMLA as timing clock carrier.
Nigerian Athletics Has Fallen, Says Olympian Henry Amike
Former national champion Henry Amike calls for urgent investment in Nigerian athletics, citing decades of stagnation and the need for reforms to restore competitiveness.
Nigeria Targets Top-Five Finish at Commonwealth Games
NSC Director General Bukola Olopade says Nigeria can secure a top-five finish at the Commonwealth Games, targeting 20 gold medals with improved welfare and government support.
Lady Dreams African Team Will Win 2026 World Cup
A lady went viral after claiming she dreamed an African country will win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sparking massive reactions online.
Three Arsenal Stars Nominated for PFA Player of the Year
Declan Rice, Gabriel Magalhaes, and David Raya are among six nominees for the PFA Men's Player of the Year award, joining Bruno Fernandes, Erling Haaland, and Rayan Cherki.
AI Predicts 2026 World Cup Winner, Runner-Up, Third Place
Artificial intelligence predicts Spain will win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with France as runner-up and England third, sparking reactions online.
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