Author: Pius Ayinor

Editor Nigerian power forward and former NBA and Barcelona star Chimezie Metu is set for a new challenge in Turkey as he finalises an agreement with Galatasaray Istanbul. Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, who plays for Galatasaray football club, is believed to have played a role in the move. Despite attracting interest from several EuroLeague…

Justin Bieber to co-headline FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show with Madonna, Shakira and BTS

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Football, music, and social impact will come together in the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show on Sunday, 19 July, at New York New Jersey Stadium Editor FIFA and Global Citizen say they are pleased to announce that global superstar Justin Bieber has joined as co-headliner of the historic FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final…

Quarter-final battles begin as Messi, Mbappé lead cast Live on SuperSport

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Editor The race for the FIFA World Cup 2026 glory enters its decisive stage this week as eight nations battle for four semi-final places, set to take centre stage live on SuperSport. Argentina captain Lionel Messi, France forward Kylian Mbappé, Norway striker Erling Haaland and England captain Harry Kane headline a quarter-final lineup that also features the…

Egypt wants referee Letexier kicked out of World Cup

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Editor The Egyptian Football Association says it has asked FIFA to kick the officials in charge of their World Cup last-16 defeat by Argentina out of the tournament. The EFA said it had lodged a complaint with football’s world governing body and wants an investigation into “double standards” of officiating in the game in Atlanta. With…

US launches new strikes on Iran, revokes oil sales permit after 3 ships attacked

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Admin The U.S. military attacked Iran early Wednesday after it said Tehran struck three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, part of an American effort that also revoked the Islamic Republic’s ability to openly sell crude oil in the world market. Iran immediately warned Washington it would “take whatever measures it deems necessary,” raising the…

Commonwealth athletes shower praises on National Sports Commission

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Editor Team Nigeria athletes preparing for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, have showered praises on the National Sports Commission (NSC) for what they described as unprecedented support, quality preparation, and improved welfare ahead of the prestigious multi-sport event. Speaking in an interview with the NSC Media, Team Nigeria Captain and Paralympic champion, Folashade Oluwafemiayo, commended…

FG plans upgrade of sports facilities in higher institutions

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Admin The National Sports Commission has taken its school sports revival a notch higher with planned upgrades of sporting facilities in some selected institutions serving as centers of excellence for sports development. This much was revealed by NSC Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko while hosting a delegation of the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) led by its…

RCA Charity Half Marathon targets infant mortality

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Pius Ayinor Run Club Abuja (RCA) is set for its 6th Annual Charity Half Marathon scheduled for July 11. The proceeds from the event are dedicated to providing life-saving neonatal equipment for two public hospitals in the Federal Capital Territory. Organisers say the intervention aims to strengthen healthcare services and reduce infant mortality by equipping…

Kanyinsola Ajayi arrives in Nigeria, set for Commonwealth Games Camp

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