Author: Pius Ayinor

‎ ‎The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa (OFR), has applauded the level of competition among teams participating in the ongoing Chief of Defence Staff Unity Basketball Championship in Lagos. ‎Speaking on Wednesday at the Sports Hall of the National Stadium, the Special Guest of Honor, Major General Henry Tafida, Corp Commander, Nigeria…

Lagos SWAN backs national SWAN on electoral process

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Members of the Lagos State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) have reaffirmed their support for the Isaiah Benjamin–led National Executive, urging strict adherence to the association’s statutes in the conduct of the 2025 Lagos SWAN elections. The members accused the current Lagos SWAN Executive Committee, led by Oladunni Olatutu, of convening…

NNL sets October 24 deadline for clubs

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The Nigeria National League (NNL) has announced the registration timeline and requirements for clubs aiming to participate in the 2025/2026 season, which is scheduled to kick off on November 8, 2025. According to the NNL Secretariat, the registration portal will open on October 6 and close on October 24, giving clubs just over two weeks…

Kenya’s President Ruto hosts Tokyo 2025 athletes to breakfast

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●Grants subsidies for houses for the medallists Kenya’s President William Ruto on Thursday morning hosted the country’s team to Tokyo for the World Athletics Championships at the State House for breakfast. The President congratulated them on the stellar performance. Kenya won a total of 11 medals, including seven gold medals, two silver, and two bronze,…

Afrobeat banging the right notes in Nigeria – Puffy Tee

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One of Africa’s leading music producers, songwriter, singer and entrepreneur, Temidayo Joseph Babatope, also known as Puffy Tee says Afrobeat music is hitting the right notes in Nigeria and the world. Puffy Tee gave this verdict in his Nigeria @65 Independence Day message tagged ‘We are Proving Our Worth.’ He explained that Nigerian artists, musicians,…

Osetoba commends Governor Oyebanji for reviving Ekiti sports

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The Technical Advisor to the Governor of Ekiti State, His Excellency, Biodun Oyebanji, on Sports Development, Dr. Olusola Osetoba, has praised Governor Oyebanji on Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day for his giant strides towards sports in the state. Osetoba described Oyebanji as a beacon of hope and restoration for sports in the State. She gave her…

NPFL: Kwara United eager to beat Plateau United and regain confidence

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NPFL: Kwara United eager to beat Plateau United and regain confidence Kwara United will face Plateau United on Thursday in a rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 5 clash at the George Innih Stadium, Ilorin. The Harmony Boys, who recently bowed out of the CAF Confederation Cup, have vowed to redeem their image on…

U20 World Cup: Flying Eagles target beating Saudi Arabia, after Norway loss

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●Yellow cards: Israel Ayuma, Daniel Daga and Charles Agada The Flying Eagles will aim for victory against Saudi Arabia on Matchday 2 of the ongoing FIFA U20 World Cup finals in Chile, following their loss to Norway in their first group game on Monday. Despite dominating the game and creating a number of opportunities, the…

NBPL: Rivers Hoopers beat Kwara Falcons again as Kano Pillars level Plateau Peaks

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