May 19
Nigeria: Nigerian Athlete Oluwabukola Pereira Shot Dead in U.S.
Nigerian-born U.S.-based athlete Oluwabukola "Bukky" Pereira, 30, was fatally shot on May 8, 2026, near Wayne Street in Lockland, Cincinnati, Ohio, during a robbery at her… Read more »
March 01
Nigeria: Abuja Gears Up for 3rd National Para Games, Over 3,000 Athletes to Compete
Abuja is set to host the 3rd National Para Games, Nigeria's premier para sports spectacle, from 26th March to 3rd April 2026. Read more »
February 16
Nigeria: Lagos Marathon - Medal Handout Halted Amid Safety Fears After Crowd Surge - Organisers
Organisers of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, Nilayo Sports Management Limited, have expressed regret and outlined plans for the re-distribution of medals following a… Read more »
January 25
Nigeria: Elite African Runners Set for Showdown At Access Bank Lagos City Marathon
With just 21 days to go, the countdown has begun for Africa's biggest road race. Lagos is once again preparing to host an exhilarating clash of speed, stamina, and national pride… Read more »
December 02, 2025
Nigeria: Record-Breaking Abuja Half Marathon Set to Welcome Global Elite
With only five days until the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City Half Marathon on December 6, Technical Director and three-time Olympian, Yusuf Alli, has declared the event ready to… Read more »
October 22, 2025
Africa: Why We Chose Lagos As Host City for Africa Road Running Conference - WA
World Athletics (WA) has announced that the selection of Lagos, Nigeria's bustling commercial hub, as the host city for its inaugural Africa Road Running Conference was influenced… Read more »
August 28, 2025
Nigeria: AFN to Unveil Team Nigeria's Squad for 2025 World Athletics Championships September 1
Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has announced that the list of athletes representing country at the upcoming 20th World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, will be… Read more »
Nigeria: 6,382 Athletes, Officials Begin Medal Chase At 9th National Youth Games in Asaba
Following the completion of the Digital Registration Management (DRM) process, a total of 6,382 athletes have been confirmed to represent all 36 states and the Federal Capital… Read more »
