NRFF partners Rugby Outreach UK

By Our Reporter

NIGERIA Rugby has announced its partnership with Rugby Outreach UK to provide Rugby fitness, strength and conditioning advice to local teams across Nigeria. 

NRFF share palliatives to Rugby clubs

By Our Reporter

THE Nigeria Rugby Football Federation on Friday handed out palliatives to all rugby clubs in Lagos as part of their drive to cushion the effect of the coronavirus pandemic ravaging the globe.

Why NRFF removed Williams as Technical Director - Oshundun

By Akeem Lawal
THE Nigerian Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has revealed the reasons for the removal of Ntiense Williams and subsequent appointment of Abubakar Yakubu popularly called "Yaro" by his colleagues on the rugby field as its Acting Technical Director.

President Cup: Weir names Azeez, 29 others for Ghana clash

By Akeem Lawal
HEAD Coach of the Nigerian Rugby National team, Bronson Weir has released the team list ahead of the Ghana/Nigeria President Cup billed for Lagos on May 4.

Rugby Africa calls off 2019 Silver Cup

By Akeem Lawal

RUGBY Africa has notified Unions on its decision to cancel this year’s Silver Cup billed to hold at the Lagos Polo Club, Ikoyi in Lagos, Nigeria due to financial constraints.

NRFF appoints Bronson Weir as Black Stallions new coach

By Akeem Lawal

Bronson Weir

THE Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has appointed South African rugby expert, Bronson Weir as Head Coach of the senior national rugby team, Black Stallions, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

NRFF partners Cross-fit Lagos Gymnasium

By Akeem Lawal

THE Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has announced a strategic partnership with Cross-fit Lagos Gymnasium, the leader in varied, high-intensity functional movements in Nigeria. 

Africa Cup 7s: NRFF tips Black Stallions to beat Kenya, Senegal

By Akeem Lawal

AS the Nigeria's national rugby team, the Black Stallions begin campaign on Friday at the Africa Cup Sevens Tournament in Nairobi, Kenya, President of the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation, NRFF, Sir Edward Fom has charged the team to go for glory.

AFRICA CUP 1C: Black Stallions set for ‘must-win’ game against Mauritius

THE Technical Director of the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation, Fasimoye Olatunji has assured that the national rugby team, Black Stallions will not leave anything to chance when they file out against Mauritius in the ongoing Africa Cup 1C holding at the COC Stadium in Casablanca, Morocco.

World Rugby certified Referee Course will improve Nigeria rugby, says NRFF

THE Vice President of the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation, Olatunji Fasimonye says the first World Rugby certified referee level one training course recently held in Lagos will help to develop the game in the country.

Black Stallions begin camping ahead Rugby World Cup qualifier

THE Nigeria Rugby Football Federation has called-up a 23-man list for a two-week intensive camping exercise for the country’s national rugby team, Black Stallions ahead of the pre-qualifiers for the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

Nigeria to host World Rugby certified Referee Training Course

The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) under the leadership of Sir Edward Fom Pam, will stage the first ever certified referee training course in Nigeria.

At the completion of the course, participant will be issued a World Rugby Referee Level 1 certificates. 

Maro Itoje named European Rugby Player of the Year

MARO Itoje has become the fourth successive England player to be named European player of the year but the Saracens lock claims that no aspect of his game is perfect.

The 21-year-old was awarded the honour ahead of Saracens team-mates Owen Farrell, George Kruis and Billy Vunipola, as well as Harlequins flanker Jack Clifford, Northampton wing George North, Toulon’s Steffon Armitage and Racing 92’s Dan Carter.

SOUTH WEST RUGBY LEAGUE: Cowrie will bounce back, says Azeez

CAPTAIN of Cowrie Rugby Football Club of Lagos, Azeez Ladipo has apologized to their fans for the unexpected defeat the club suffered against Racing RFC in the Week 2 match of the 2016 CMB Investment and Building Company sponsored South West Rugby league.

NRFF commence plans for Africa Cup 15s in Morocco

THE Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has commenced plans for the Africa Cup 15s tournament which is billed for Morocco in July, 2016.