April 19
Nigeria: NPFL Roundup - Rangers Reclaim Top Spot As Musa Seals Late Win for Pillars
In the relegation battle, defending champions Remo Stars eased pressure on themselves with a 3-0 victory against Niger Tornadoes, climbing to 16th position on 43 points. Read more »
Nigeria: Iheanacho Fires Celtic Into Scottish Cup Final
In one decisive stretch of football, the Super Eagles forward reminded everyone what he brings; instinct, timing, and the ability to decide games when margins tighten Read more »
April 14
Nigeria: African Football and the Cost of Institutional Credibility
If African football is to realise its full economic and symbolic potential, governance reform must move from rhetoric to reality. Read more »
April 15
Nigeria: Simeone - Atlético Have Never Had a Player Like Lookman
Reflecting on Lookman's impact, Simeone was clear about what sets him apart Read more »
April 13
Nigeria: Bishop Kukah Organises Sports, Cultural Festival in Kaduna
The event, organised in partnership with Indomie Nigeria, featured a marathon race, five-a-side football matches for boys and girls, archery, wrestling. Read more »
April 09
Nigeria: FIFA World Cup 2026 - Seven African Referees Listed, Nigeria Absent Again
According to Pierluigi Collina, chairman of the FIFA Referees Committee, the selected officials emerged from a rigorous process spanning more than three years. Read more »
April 07
Nigeria: FIFA Clears Okonkwo for Nigeria As Super Eagles Goalkeeping Battle Intensifies
As of Tuesday morning, that process has been completed. His nationality change is now formally registered, clearing him to represent Nigeria in all competitions Read more »
Nigeria: Inter Lagos Seal Historic NPFL Promotion
They have now become the second team to confirm promotion this season, joining Doma United FC, while two more teams will emerge from the remaining conferences Read more »
April 03
Nigeria: Bundesliga - Werder Bremen Boss Backs Boniface to Fuel Survival Fight
For Werder Bremen, the margins are tightening in the Bundesliga relegation race. And just when the battle demands experience, presence, and cutting edge, a familiar name is… Read more »
Nigeria: NFF Appoints New Flamingos Coach Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers
The new gaffer replaces Coach Bankole Olowookere, who has been with the Flamingos for many years, including leading the team to win the bronze medals at the 2022 FIFA U17 Women's… Read more »
April 01
Nigeria: Firstbank Sponsors Samuel Okwaraji U-16 Football Championship 2026, Promotes Education Through School Sports
The tournament which honours the late footballer for his patriotism, discipline, and commitment to national service, will engage secondary schools from all 36 states and the FCT,… Read more »
March 31
Nigeria: Int'l Friendly - Jordan Fight Back to Earn Draw Against Super Eagles
Nigeria pushed for a late winner, with Alex Iwobi at the heart of their attacking moves in the closing stages, but were unable to find a decisive goal. Read more »
April 01
Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Beat Jamaica, Qualify for First World Cup Since 1974
A dramatic late winner from Axel Tuanzebe proved decisive, as the defender struck from close range in extra time to hand the Leopards a 1-0 victory Read more »
March 31
Nigeria: Injury Update - Boniface Set for Late-Season Comeback to Rescue Bremen
On Monday, Werder Bremen confirmed that Boniface has returned to the club to complete the final stages of his recovery Read more »
Nigeria: New Okwaraji U-16 Tournament Set to Discover Nigeria's Next Football Talents
Mr Izunaso described FirstBank Sam Okwaraji U-16 tournament as a structured pathway for nurturing disciplined young players across the country Read more »
March 30
Nigeria: British-Nigerian Itauma Stops Franklin, Earns Title Shot Recommendation
The 21-year-old British-Nigerian prospect improved to 14 wins from 14 fights after stopping Jermaine Franklin in the fifth round, marking the first stoppage loss of the American's… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Best Gift Ever' - Super Eagles Defender, Onyemaechi, Welcomes First Child
The Super Eagles defender has welcomed his first child with his Portuguese partner, Ines Fontes Read more »
March 26
Nigeria: Five Players to Watch in Nigeria's Friendlies Vs Iran, Jordan
For a team caught between disappointment and transition, this isn't just another friendly tournament. It's an audition. A proving ground. And perhaps, the first step toward a new… Read more »
March 25
Nigeria: International Friendlies - Super Eagles Camp Bubbles As Players Arrive in Antalya
Among the early arrivals are Alex Iwobi, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Moses Simon, Paul Onuachu, Philip Otele, Yira Sor and Semi Ajayi Read more »
Nigeria: Iwobi's Father Dismisses Robbery Reports, Says 'There Was Absolutely No Attempt'
Some accounts had claimed the total value of the stolen items could be as high as £500,000 Read more »
March 23
Nigeria: Fans React As Super Eagles Unveil New Jersey
The unveiling comes ahead of the Super Eagles' participation in a four-nation invitational tournament in Antalya, Turkey. Read more »
Nigeria: NFF Approves New Statutes, Sets September Date for Elective Congress
Beyond electoral matters, the Congress also approved the appointment of a new global audit firm as the new independent auditor of the federation. Read more »
March 20
Nigeria: Examining the New Faces Pushing for Super Eagles' Breakthrough
Individually, Fernandez, Otele, and Sor arrive with distinct journeys. Collectively, they represent a broader theme within Nigerian football: the continuous search for depth,… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Faces Shake-Up As FIFA Mandates Female Coaches in Women's Teams
FIFA has introduced a new regulation requiring female representation in coaching and technical roles for all women's teams, a move expected to reshape structures in countries like… Read more »
March 19
Morocco/Nigeria: Morocco Back CAF Ruling, Say Decision Upholds Integrity
In an official communiqué released on Wednesday, the Moroccan federation said the verdict by CAF's Appeal Board "reinforces respect for the laws and ensures the necessary… Read more »
