• Says, "NFF didn't give Rufai’s family money due despite serving Nigeria" *NFF replies; " It's a lie. We supported the family..." By Abiola Olawale A former Super Eagles defender, Taribo West, and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) are at loggerheads over the alleged neglect of late Nigerian goalkeeper Peter Rufai. This comes as Taribo…
By Abiola Olawale Tottenham Hotspur has delivered a huge performance, securing a 2-0 victory over Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, August 23, 2025. This is as Tottenham continued its electrifying start to the 2025/26 Premier League season after beating Burnley 3-0 in the first match of the season. The North London side’s…
By Obinna Uballa The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has congratulated British-Nigerian heavyweight sensation, Moses Itauma, following his emphatic victory over veteran Dillian Whyte in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In a statement issued on Sunday by its Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, Gabriel Odu, the Commission described Itauma’s triumph as a testament to the discipline,…
By Obinna Uballa Nigerian sports lovers have hailed the historic rise of the women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, to 8th place in the latest FIBA Women’s World Rankings, the highest position ever attained by an African team. Many who took to social media platform X to celebrate the milestone, urged that the feat be maintained through…
By Abiola Olawale In a captivating tale of patriotism and resilience, Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie has shared the extraordinary story of how she earned her place on Nigeria’s women’s national football team. Allozie, a Houston Dash star, who recently helped Nigeria clinch its 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title in 2025, opened…
The Super Falcons of Nigeria booked their place in the final of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco after a dramatic 2-1 win over defending champions Bayana Bayana of South Africa, sealed by a late goal from defender Mitchel Alozie. With the match seemingly heading for extra time, Alozie launched a long…
By Abiola Olawale Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick has lost his bid for re-election to the prestigious FIFA Council, the supreme decision-making body of world football. The elections, held during the 14th Extraordinary General Assembly of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in Cairo, Egypt saw Pinnick fall short against a competitive…
By Abiola Olawale In a tense Premier League clash at Old Trafford on Sunday, March 9, 2025, Arsenal's pursuit of the league title hit a frustrating roadblock after a 1-1 draw against Manchester United side. The result leaves Mikel Arteta's men searching for momentum at a critical juncture in the season, as they struggle to…
By Abiola Olawale Chelsea secured a hard-fought victory against Leicester City, further solidifying their push for a top-four finish in the Premier League. The Blues showcased resilience and attacking flair, overcoming a stubborn Leicester side in a match that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The breakthrough came in the second half when…