Author: Pius Ayinor
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Iwobi’s father dismisses robbery reports, as Super Eagles player hit 20 in Turkey
Pius Ayinor The father of Alex Iwobi has dismissed widespread reports claiming the Fulham player was the victim of a robbery in London, describing the story as completely false. In a clarification, Chuka Iwobi refuted claims that his son was held at knifepoint during a raid at his residence. “I have just spoken to Chuka…
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FIBA okays Kida’s NBBF Board tenure until October 15
Pius Ayinor The world basketball governing body, FIBA, has given the current Board of the Nigeria Basketball Federation approval to remain in office until October 15, 2026. The FIBA letter dated March 16, 2026, reads, “Over recent weeks, FIBA has received extensive correspondence from various stakeholders regarding the governance of the Nigerian Basketball Federation (NBBF)…
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Nigeria’s D’Tigress to face Los Angeles Sparks
Pius Ayinor The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has confirmed that Nigeria’s Senior Women’s National Team, D’Tigress, will face the Los Angeles Sparks in an international preseason exhibition game as a part of D’Tigress Global Campaign. The match is scheduled for April 25 at the Viejas Arena in San Diego, California. The NBBF says the “historic…
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NFF Congress approves statutes amendments, elective congress for September 26
Pius Ayinor The Extraordinary Assembly of the Nigeria Football Federation, held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, has approved an amendment to the Federation’s statutes. The Assembly also picked September 26 for the NFF Board Elective Congress. The Communique from the gathering in Yenagoa reads in part, “The Congress, voting on proposals by the Executive Committee, unanimously…
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Man City beat Arsenal to Carabao Cup
By Editor Manchester City won the Carabao Cup on Sunday by beating Arsenal 2-0 at Wembley Stadium. It was the two goals in four minutes in the second half from Nico O’Reilly that made the difference, and City claimed the first trophy of the season. Pep Guardiola’s men dominated after the break, sinking the Gunners…
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Taiwo Awoniyi scores as Nottingham Forest beat Tottenham 3-0
By our reporter Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi scored for Nottingham Forest as they defeated Tottenham Hotspur 3-0 on Sunday. It was a massive English Premier League relegation fight, in which visitors Nottingham Forest produced a commanding performance to grab an away victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with two Nigerian internationals featuring for Forest.…
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FG to scrap common entrance, track students’ journey with identification number
By Editor The Federal Government has announced plans to scrap the Junior Secondary School Common Entrance Examination and introduce a Learner Identification Number to track pupils from primary school through their academic journey. The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, stated this during an interactive session with journalists in Lagos on Saturday. According to the Tribune,…
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Yenagoa to host NFF Extraordinary General Assembly on Monday
By Editor Yenagoa, the capital city of Bayelsa State, is all set to play host to this year’s Extraordinary General Assembly of the Nigeria Football Federation on Monday, 23rd March 2026, the Federation has confirmed. The Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, will declare the assembly open at the DSP Alamieyeseigha Banquet Hall, Government…
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Iran targets British-US base and its main nuclear enrichment site is struck again
By Editor Iran targeted a joint UK/USA military base in the Indian Ocean, and Iran’s main nuclear enrichment site was struck again, as the war in the Middle East entered its fourth week. “The war is not close to ending,” said Israel’s army chief, Gen. Eyal Zamir, while Iran said it targeted Israel’s nuclear program,…
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D’Tigress retain 8th position in FIBA world rankings
Pius Ayinor Nigeria’s D’Tigress retained the 8th position in the latest FIBA Women’s World Rankings, just days after the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The African champions polled 700.3 points. Nigeria is again the only African country in the world’s top 10. Mali is the closest to Nigeria at the 18th spot globally. Former champions Senegal…
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