Thursday 27 September 2018

Kano Pillars vs Kwara Utd: Bala targets nine points

By Akeem Lawal
KWARA United Technical Adviser, Abubakar Bala has assured that his team will not soft-pedals but go for an outright win over Kano Pillars in their last group match of the 2018 Aiteo Cup at the Agege Stadium on Friday.

Abia Warriors suspend Ndifreke


By Akeem Lawal
THE management of Nigeria Professional Football League side Abia Warriors Football Club of Umuahia has announced the immediate suspension of its striker, Ndifreke Effiong for gross misconduct, indiscipline and disrespect.

Muhammad Ali trophy: Lasisi targets 8th pro win


By Akeem Lawal
Nigerian Boxer, Aliu Bamidele Lasisi hopes to secure his eighth professional boxing win when he takes on Artid Bamrungauea in an 8 rounds, bantamweights undercard fight at the Muhammad Ali trophy final billed to hold Friday night at the King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Wednesday 26 September 2018

ODSFA boss Akinyemi charges Sunshine to beat El-Kanemi

By Akeem Lawal
THE Chairman of the Ondo State Football Agency (ODSFA), Otunba Tajudeen Akinyemi has made a rallying call to Sunshine Stars FC ahead of the all important Aiteo Cup second Group B match with El kanemi Warriors on Wednesday.

Aiteo Cup: Kwara Utd will exploit Rivers Utd's weakness, says Bala

By Akeem Lawal
KWARA United Technical Adviser, Abubakar Bala says the team will approach the second Group C match of the 2018 Aiteo Cup against Rivers United with different mentality. 

Monday 24 September 2018

Aiteo Cup: Pillars want revenge against Rivers Utd, says Musa


By Akeem Lawal
Kano Pillars technical adviser, Ibrahim Musa has said that the team will go for maximum points against Rivers United in the Aiteo Cup Group C opener billed for  Agege Stadium by 2pm on Monday.

Aiteo Cup: We will approach Abia Warriors with caution, says Bala



By Akeem Lawal
KWARA United Technical Adviser, Abubakar Bala says his team have perfected their strategy that will ensure victory in their first match against Abia Warrior in Group C of the Aiteo Cup on Monday.

Saturday 22 September 2018

Aiteo Cup: Abia Warriors escape armed robbery attack


By Akeem Lawal
PLAYERS and Officials of Abia Warriors cheated death by the whiskers as they escaped a robbery attack in Ondo State on Saturday on their way to Lagos for the group stage of the Aiteo Cup.

Aiteo Cup: Kano Pillars won’t disappoint fans, says Malikawa

By Akeem Lawal
FOUR-TIME Nigeria champions Kano Pillars have assured that they will not underrate their opponents in the group stage of the Aiteo Cup biled to hold at the Agege Stadium from 24th to 28th September, 2018.

Friday 21 September 2018

NFF ELECTIONS: FIFA President congratulates Pinnick


By Akeem Lawal
PRESIDENT of world football–governing body, FIFA, Gianni Infantino has congratulated Mr. Amaju Pinnick on his re-election on Thursday, as President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).

Thursday 20 September 2018

Abu Azeez, Lokosa lead others to Lagos NPFL Stars

By Akeem Lawal
NIGERIA beach soccer star Abu Azeez, Super Eagles and Kano Pillars hotshot Junior Lokosa are some of the Nigeria Professional Football League stars expected to feature at the maiden Lagos NPFL Stars tourney, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

3SC goalkeeper Kazeem Yekeen happy to be alive


By Akeem Lawal
Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) goalkeeper, Kazeem Yekeen is grateful to God for sparring his life after passing out during their 2-0 victory over Spartan FC in the Nigeria National League week 10 game at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba in Ibadan, last weekend.

Wednesday 19 September 2018

GOtv Boxing NextGen 4 has revived our hopes, says best boxer

By Akeem Lawal

ADEYEMI Opeyemi Elijah, best boxer at the recently concluded GOtv Boxing NextGen 4 in Abeokuta, Ogun State commended the sponsors for providing young boxers the opportunity to achieve their dreams and earn a living.

Bet9ja pumps N5m into 2018 Lagos SWAN Cup

By Akeem Lawal
Foremost betting company Bet9ja has been announced as sponsor of the 2018 Lagos SWAN Cup competition, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Saturday 15 September 2018

Aiteo Cup: Plateau Utd charged to beat Yobe Desert Stars


By Akeem Lawal
THE management of Plateau United Football Club of Jos has challenged its players to strive hard and win this year’s Aiteo Cup competition in order to represent Nigeria in the CAF Confederations Cup next year.

Eaglets beat Ghana to qualify for 2019 U-17 AFCON


By Our Reporter
Nigeria rode majestically back to the Africa U17 Cup of Nations after the Golden Eaglets defeated Ghana’s Black Starlets 3-1 on penalties (following 1-1 in regulation time) in the final of the CAF U17 WAFU B Qualifying Tournament in Niamey on Saturday.

Africa Regional Sevens: Nigeria to face Burkina Faso in semi-final


By Akeem Lawal
Nigeria Rugby National team, Black Stallions will on Sunday lock horns with Burkina Faso Rugby team in the semi-final of the ongoing Africa Regional Sevens Tournament in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire after recording three straight victories in Pool B in the opening day of the competition, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

GOtv Boxing NextGen 4: Coaches, administrators thrilled by performance levels


By Akeem Lawal
COACHES and boxing authority figures at GOtv Boxing NextGen Search 4 holding in Abeokuta have expressed delight at the quality of young boxers participating in the programme.

GOtv Boxing NextGen Search 4, an investment in youths - NBB of C President


By Our Reporter
PRESIDENT of the Nigerian Boxing Board of Control (NBB of C), Dr. Rafiu Ladipo, has described the boxing talent hunt initiative, GOtv Boxing NextGen Search, as an investment in the youths of the country.  

Tuesday 11 September 2018

FIBA W’Cup qualifiers: D’Tigers ready for physical opponents, says Aminu

By Akeem Lawal
PORTLAND Trailblazers forward Al Farouq Aminu says D’Tigers will curtail the physical play from their opponents in the third phase of the China 2019 FIBA World Cup qualifiers for men which holds between the 14th and 16th of September, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

I’m back in D’Tigers to learn more - Nwamu


By Our Reporter
D’TIGERS guard, Ikechukwu Nwamu has set his sight on learning as much as possible from the experienced members of the squad as they prepare for the 2019 FIBA World Cup qualifiers starting on Friday.

Monday 10 September 2018

Raheem Lawal undergoes successful surgery


By Akeem Lawal
SUPER Eagles midfielder Raheem Lawal has successfully undergone surgery on his left ankle, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Sunday 9 September 2018

Aruna, Meshref are African Champions


By Our Reporter
NIGERIA’S Quadri Aruna and Egypt’s Dina Meshref emerged as singles champions at the 2018 ITTF African Championships concluded in Mauritius on Sunday September 9, 2018.

2018 FIBA World Cup: Boost for D’Tigress as Elonu jets in


By Our Reporter
THE camp of the D’Tigress received a major boost on Saturday following the arrival of team captain, Adaora Elonu.

Musa happy with ‘killer’ goal against Seychelles


By Akeem Lawal
SUPER Eagles forward, Ahmed Musa has expressed joy after registering his name on the scorer’s chat in Nigeria’s 3-0 win over Seychelles in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifying series at the Stade Linite, Victoria, Seychelles on Saturday, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Ajayi honoured to make Super Eagles debut


By Akeem Lawal
Rotterham United defender, Semi Ajayi says it was an honour to represent Nigeria after featuring in Super Eagles’ 3-0 victory over Seychelles in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Stade Linite, Victoria, Seychelles on Saturday.

Saturday 8 September 2018

Musa delighted to make list of 100 Most Influential Young Africans

By Akeem Lawal
NIGERIA internationals, Ahmed Musa is in cloud nine after being listed among the 2018 100 Most Influential Young Africans, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Tuesday 4 September 2018

Seychelles vs Nigeria: Super Eagles play footvolley on Victoria beach

By Akeem Lawal
SUPER Eagles began their preparation for this weekend’s 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Seychelles by playing footvolley on the beach of Victoria, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

NRFF names squad for Africa Men’s Regional tournament


By Akeem Lawal
The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has named 17 Black Stallions players including three foreign based for the forthcoming Africa Men's Regional tournament, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

GOtv Boxing NextGen Search 4 to hold in Abeokuta


By Akeem Lawal
THE fourth edition of GOtv Boxing NextGen Search will hold in Abeokuta, capital of Ogun State, between 13th and 15th September, 2018, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Akinwunmi awed by U-13 football tourney support

By Akeem Lawal
THE first Vice-President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has declared was overwhelmed by the support the received towards the successful hosting of the 2018 edition of the Seyi Akinwunmi Foundation Under-13 Charity Invitational Football tournament which was rounded off at the Campos Mini-Stadium in Lagos on Sunday.