Author: Pius Ayinor
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Registration hits over 20,000 athletes for 2026 Lagos City Marathon
By Editor The 11th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon continues to build momentum as over 20,000 athletes from within and outside Nigeria have registered for what is widely regarded as one of Africa’s most anticipated marathons. It is now 15 days to go to the race. Organisers say registration numbers have surged, reflecting the growing…
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Anthony Joshua pays emotional tribute to friends who died in crash: ‘The mission must go on’
By Editor Anthony Joshua has paid an emotional tribute to his two friends who died in a car accident in Nigeria. Joshua was in the vehicle with Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele when they lost their lives in the collision. The former heavyweight world champion sustained minor injuries himself. After recording a victory over…
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Super Eagles’ Samuel Chukwueze loses mother, NFF mourns
By Editor Nigeria football is in mourning, once more, following news of the death of Mrs. Sarah Chukwueze, the mother of Super Eagles’ ace forward, Samuel Chukwueze, in the early hours of Thursday, 29th January 2026. The announcement of Mrs. Sarah Chukwueze’s passing was made by Samuel’s sister, Princess Chukwueze, and his brother, David, on…
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AFCON 2025: Senegal Coach, Hakimi banned as CAF hits Morocco and Senegal with fines
By Editor The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced sanctions against Senegal and Morocco following incidents during the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The 2025 AFCON final match, played on Sunday, January 18, was negatively impacted by numerous incidents on the pitch, the sidelines, and in the tunnels. Despite the pre-game…
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Wellspring University makes history with rugby
By our reporter Wellspring University, Benin City, Edo State, has officially introduced Rugby Football Union, becoming the first university in the state to adopt the sport. The introduction was marked by a visit from the Edo State Rugby Team, led by Head Coach Obong Ntiense Williams, popularly known as “Mr. Rugby” in Nigeria, and his…
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David Olowookere eyes Olympic, World Athletics impact
By Editor Nigerian 400 metres hurdler David Tayo Olowookere has declared his ambition to compete at the Olympic Games and major World Athletics championships, as he continues his rise among elite global hurdlers. The indigene of Eruku, in Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State, who spoke in a telephone interview with Sportspro News, expressed…
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Niger Delta Games: Bayelsa athletes hopeful of Back-to-back crown
BY our reporter Bayelsa State was the surprise winner of top spot on the medals table at the inaugural edition of the Niger Delta Games in Uyo, edging Delta State by a single gold medal on the last day of competition. The state finished top with 46 gold, 29 silver and 15 bronze medals, a…
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Adekunle Ojora dies at 93
By our reporter Adekunle Ojora, the Otunba of Lagos and Lisa of Ife, has passed on at 93. The family announced his death in a statement in Lagos on Wednesday. A statement by Toyin Ojora-Saraki detailed that Pa Ojora will be buried in Lagos in accordance with Islamic rites. The statement reads, “With total submission…
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NFF, Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi mourn father, who died in a tragic accident
●Sunday Ndidi tragically died after being hit by a car in the town of Umunede By EDitor The Nigeria Football Federation has expressed shock and sadness over the death, in an automobile accident, of Mr Sunday Ndidi, father of Wilfred Ndidi, captain of the senior men’s national football team, Super Eagles. NFF General Secretary, Dr…
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A Nigerian lady found dead in her house in Canada
By Editor A 33-year-old Nigerian executive has reportedly died suddenly in her house in Canada, leaving family and friends in shock. The lady, identified as Victoria Kemi Adedoyin, was said to be a top professional in a multinational company in Canada. Reports confirm that Kemi attended church on Sunday, January 18, went to work on…
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