Nigerian boxer, Akeem ‘Dodo’ Sadiku dies

By Our Reporter

AFRIQUE Boxing Promotion (COABOX) has announced the death of one its promising boxer, Akeem Sadiku popularly known as Dodo, who passed away Saturday morning at the University College Hospital (UCH) at age 37.

Ighalo chilling out in Dubai

By Akeem Lawal

FORMER Super Eagles striker, Odion Ighalo is currently relaxing in Dubai, the capital of United Arab Emirates after ending his loan move at Manchester United, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Gaziantep FK 1-2 Galatasaray: Onyekuru bags brace on return debut

By Akeem Lawal

NIGERIA international, Henry Onyekuru scored twice on his return debut to help Galatasaray beat Gaziantep FK 2-1 in a Turkish Süper Lig Game week 22 encounter held at the Gaziantep Stadyumu on Friday.

Okechukwu joins Japanese side Sapporo FC

 

By Akeem Lawal

FORMER Akwa United forward Gabriel Okechukwu is expected to make his debut for Consadole Sapporo against Yokohama when the Japanese league starts on February 27, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

NVBF invites players to camp ahead of U-18/U-19 Volleyball Championships

By Akeem Lawal

THE technical committee of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation has 40 male and 29 female players into camp in Kaduna, Kaduna State.

Yakubu Aiyegbeni: I owe no one an apology for the 2010 World Cup goal miss

By Akeem Lawal

FORMER Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has said that he does not owe Nigerians any apology for his miss against South Korea at the 2010 Fifa World Cup in South Africa.l, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Ighalo sends emotional farewell message to Man Utd fans

By Akeem Lawal

Odion Ighalo has written a parting message to Manchester United fans as his one-year loan deal with the club comes to an end, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Pinnick declared eligible for FIFA Council seat

.NFF boss calls for support

By Akeem Lawal

The Review Committee of the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) has cleared the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick to contest for a seat on the FIFA Council at the elections scheduled for Morocco on 12 March 2021.

Galatasaray Unveiling: Onyekuru to wear No 7 jersey

 

By Akeem Lawal

 

NIGERIA international Henry Onyekuru has joined Turkish club Galatasaray on loan for the rest of the season, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

American Track League Meet: Okagbare wins first indoor race in 10 years

.Oduduru, Enekwechi shine

By Akeem Lawal

THE Nigerian Track and Field Queen Blessing Okagbare powered to a Personal Best (PB) of 7.17s in her first 60m final in 10 years to win the American Track League Meet at the Randal Tyson Track Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas last weekend.

NPFL: Rivers Utd fly to Kaduna to battle Kano Pillars

By Our Reporter

NIGERIA'S representative in the CAF Confederation's Cup Rivers United have arrived in Kaduna ahead of Wednesday's Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Matchday six tie against Kano Pillars.

NPFL: 10-man Lobi Stars hold Rangers 0-0 in Enugu

By Our Reporter

LOBI Stars file out in Enugu against Rangers International in an NPFL 2020/21 MD 6 on Sunday 24th January, 2021 and ended the game with a reduced strength of 10 players and a barren draw at the end of it all.

Sunday Adetunji terminates contract with Plateau Utd

By Akeem Lawal

PLATEAU United striker, Sunday Adetunji has terminated his contract with the Nigeria Professional Football League side, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

NNL insists on full Covid-19 protocols ahead of new season

 

By Our Reporter

THE Nigeria National League under the leadership of Distinguished Senator Obinna Ogba says it will enforce to the latter guidelines to protect against the spread of COVID-19 as the kick off date for the League beckons, this is following nine new guidelines sent to its forty six clubs.

Challenges Deserve Champions: Ariston partners Juventus in China

By Our Reporter

ARISTON, the leading and most international brand of Ariston Thermo Group - one of the worldwide leaders in the thermal comfort industry, and Juventus, the world renowned Italian football club based in Turin join forces in China, signing a regional partnership from January 2021.

CAF CC: Rivers Utd get cash boost to beat Bloemfontein Celtic in Port Novo

By Our Reporter 

PLAYERS of Nigeria’s representative in the CAF Confederation Cup Rivers United will receive a minimum One Million Naira (#1,000,000) if they win against Bloemfontein Celtic in Saturday’s CAF Confederation Cup first round second leg tie in Port Novo, Benin Republic.

CAF CC: Rivers Utd arrive Port Novo ahead Bloemfontein Celtic clash

By Our Reporter

RIVERS United football club of Nigeria have arrived Port Novo Benin Republic ahead of their Total CAF Confederation Cup first round second leg clash against Bloemfontein Celtic of South Africa.

Igali reflects on Baraza Champion of Champions tourney, thanks sponsors

By Our Reporter

PRESIDENT of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF) Hon. Daniel Igali has described the just-concluded Baraza Champion of Champions wrestling tournament in Yenagoa as ‘one of the best-organized’ in the country in recent times, while thanking sponsors Baraza Multipurpose Co-operative Society Ltd for sponsoring the competition and Bayelsa State Government for their support.

Injured Okpotu vows to return stronger

 

By Akeem Lawal

NIGERIA international and Qatar SC forward, Anthony Okpotu is hoping to recover as soon as possible from his latest injury, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Troost-Ekong wants to be top-scoring defender at Watford

By Akeem Lawal

Super Eagles defender, William Troost-Ekong wants to become the highest goal scoring defender at Watford this season.

Gov. Diri donates N2m to Team Nigeria, charges wrestlers to win Olympic laurels

By Our Reporter

BAYELSA State Governor, Senator Douye Diri has announced a donation of N2m to the Nigeria wrestling team and equally charged the wrestlers to bring Olympic glory to the country when they go to the 2020 Tokyo Games later this year.

CAF CC: Rivers Utd charged up ahead Bloemfontein Celtic clash, says Eguma

By Akeem Lawal

RIVERS United Technical Adviser, Stanley Eguma believes their 3-1 victory over Heartland in the matchday 5 of the NPFL will serve as a morale booster ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup clash against South African side Bloemfontein Celtic.

Be FIFA, CAF compliant, NFF tells referees

.As President Tade harps on education

By Our Reporter 

REFEREES in Nigeria have been asked to ensure they have the mental, physical and health qualities expected by the international bodies for one to be qualified to be made a FIFA match official.

MFM 1-1 Rangers: Rangers lucky to get a point, says Bolus

By Akeem Lawal

THE coach of Mountain of Fire and Miracle Ministries (MFM FC), Tony Bolus believes Enugu Rangers were lucking to go home with a point from their NPFL matchday 5 encounter held at the Agege Stadium on Sunday.

Rivers United 3-1 Heartland: Aguda, Enyinnaya, Ohawume on target

By Our Reporter

RIVERS United claimed their fourth Nigeria Professional Football League win with a thrilling, high-energy performance to beat Heartland FC at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium Sunday evening.

Makinde hosts new WBF champion Oyekola

By Akeem Lawal

NEWLY crowned World Boxing Federation (WBF) champion, Ridwan Oyekola (Scorpion) has presented his belt to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde.

Baraza Champion of Champions: Adekuoroye, Ogbonna, Welson strike gold

By Our Reporter

WORLD number two Odunayo Adekuoroye lived up to her high billing, ruthlessly claiming gold at the maiden Baraza Champion of Champions wrestling tournament in Yenagoa, even as favourites John Ogbonna and Welson Ebikewenimo triumphed on Day 1 of competition on Saturday.

Work permit ruined Sunusi’s move to Watford

By Akeem Lawal

FAILURE of former Nasarawa United star and joint NPFL top scorer, Ibrahim Sunusi to secure a work permit in England denied him move to English Championship side, Watford, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

NNL to kick off on January 30

By Our Reporter

NIGERIA championship’s second tier, the Nigeria National League, will commence its 2020/2021 Season on Saturday, 30th January, 2021.

Golden Eaglets beat B/Faso, qualify for WAFU final, U17 AFCON

By Our Reporter

FIVE-TIME world champions Nigeria zoomed into the final of the WAFU U17 Cup Tournament in Lome, Togo on Friday, following a 1-0 win over Group A winners Burkina Faso at the Stade Kegue.

WRESTLING: Athletes, officials storm Yenagoa for Champion Of Champions tournament

By Our Reporter

THE Bayelsa State capital, Yenagoa is bubbling with excitement and anticipation ahead of the commencement of the maiden Champion of Champions wrestling tournament which begins on Friday, 15th January, 2021.

Imama gets 3-match ultimatum at Abia Warriors

By Our Reporter

THE Management of Abia Warriors Football Club of Umuahia has given the Technical Crew the mandate to win their next three games or be ready to face the music. 

SPPA launches Chinese 8-Ball Pool in Nigeria

By Akeem Lawal                                                             

NIGERIA-CHINA relationship has received a boost through a sports agreement between the Snooker and Pool Players Alliance of Nigeria (SPPA) and Qinhuangdao Joy Billiards Sports Promotion Co Ltd in China.

APOEL Nicosia 1-1 AEK Larnaca: Uzoho’s heroics secure valuable point

 .Makes three saves

By Akeem Lawal

NIGERIA international, Francis Uzoho made excellent saves as he helped APOEL Nicosia secure a valuable point in their 1-1 draw with AEK Larnaca in a Cypriot First Division Game Week 15 at the Neo GSP Stadium on Wednesday.

Battle Of Stars: Dogo leads Lobi to Akure against Sunshine

By Our Reporter

STILL basking in the euphoria of the 3-0 bashing of  Warri Wolves in the match day 3 of 2020/2021 NPFL in Makurdi over the weekend, Coach Kabiru Suleiman Dogo leads Lobi Stars to Akure with a positive disposition against Sunshine Stars, hoping to cart home the three points at stake in a mid week game on Wednesday 13th January, 2021.

Adejubu 100% fit for Lobi clash in Akure

By Akeem Lawal

SUNSHINE Stars wizkid, Ayo Adejubu has declared himself fit for the Nigeria Professional Football League matchday four clash against Lobi Stars at the Ondo State Sports Complex, Akure today after picking an injury in their last game against MFM.

Omojesu not in Sunshine Stars’ camp right now – Ogunbote

 

By Akeem Lawal

SUNSHINE Stars gaffer, Gbenga Ogunbote has revealed that Oluwatimileyin Abiodun Ogunniyi popularly known as Omojesu is presently not in his team, fueling speculations that the striker has left the country for greener pastures abroad.

Rivers Utd 3-0 Kwara Utd: We lost to a better side, Biffo admits

By Akeem Lawal

KWARA United coach, Abdullahi Biffo has admitted that Rivers United were the better side in their NPFL Week 3 encounter decided in Port Harcourt on Sunday.

NNL: Remo Stars conduct Covid-19 test, prepare for new season

By Our Reporter

REMO Stars Football Club (RSFC) have conducted COVID-19 test for its players and management as the club resumes preparation ahead of the upcoming Nigeria National League (NNL) season.