Makinwa wants better performance against Rangers

By Akeem Lawal

ABUBAKAR Bukola Saraki (ABS FC) Technical Manager, Henry Makinwa says his lads must put up a better performance if they are to get anything from their Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Week 11 clash against defending champions, Enugu Rangers on Wednesday.

300 athletes, 10 teams for Beach Summer Games

By Akeem Lawal

OVER 300 athletes and 10 teams from the most popular areas in Lagos State are expected to participate in the maiden edition of the Lagos Beach Summer Games popularly known as the Beach Olympics, scheduled to hold on the 3rd and 4th of March, 2017 at Eko Atlantic City, Victoria Island, Lagos.

FIFA bans Adamu for two years

FORMER Nigerian football chief, Amos Adamu has been banned for another two years from all football-related activity at national and international level after the investigatory chamber of FIFA's ethics committee found him guilty of breaching the body’s code of ethics.

Baba Ganaru cries out: Coaches working under serious pressure

.Says fixtures killing players

By Akeem Lawal

TECHNICAL Adviser of Wikki Tourist FC, Mohammed Baba Ganaru says coaches in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) are being made to work under serious pressure from club managers and supporters of the teams.

Oyedeji voted Man of the match as ABS beat Wikki

By Akeem Lawal 
ABUBAKAR Bukola Saraki (ABS FC) midfielder, Samuel Oyedeji has been voted the Man-of-the-Match after his immense contributions helped the Saraki Boys defeated Wikki Tourists 1-0 in a Matchday 10 fixture of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) decided at the Kwara State Stadium on Sunday.

Oyeleye delighted to meet Mayweather after 2nd pro win

By Akeem Lawal

NIGERIAN boxer, Oluwafemi Oyeleye has expressed his delight after meeting with American legendary boxer, Floyd  Mayweather following his second professional win in Las Vegas, USA.

Burglars invade ABS FC office, cart away valuables

THE office of Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) side, Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS FC) Ilorin, was early Friday morning burgled by yet to be identified persons.

2016/2017 NNL: Kwara Utd to camp in Minna

By Akeem Lawal 

KWARA United Football Club of Ilorin will proceed on close camp in  Minna, Niger State ahead of the March 17 kick off date of the 2016/17 Nigeria National League (NNL) season.

AMK/NUGA Basketball: ABU qualifiers hold on Friday

 .As 10 teams qualify from Lagos

                    By Akeem Lawal

TEN more teams are expected to qualify from the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria center in the maiden edition of Ahmadu Musa Kida (AMK) Foundation/Nigeria Universities Games (NUGA) Annual 3-Aside Basketball Tournament 2017.

CAF PRESIDENCY: Issa Hayatou must go, says Pinnick

.Says it's time for change in Africa football

.100% sure of Ahmad's victory

(l-r) Issa Hayatou with Amaju Pinnick

                  By Akeem Lawal

THE President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick says African must follow the trends in global football administration by voting out long-serving President of the Confederation of African Football Issa Hayatou during CAF elections slated for March 16, 2017 in Ethiopia.

EAGLES INVITATION: Rohr denies limit for Mikel, Ideye, others

By Akeem Lawal

SUPER Eagles Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr says there are no truths in reports making rounds that he has set a limit to the number of players to be invited from the Chinese League.

Ferdinand Udoh to officiate MFM vs Rangers clash

By Akeem Lawal

FIFA badge referee, Ferdinand Anietie Udoh has been appointed as the Center Referee for the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Week 10 tie between Mountain of Fire and Miracle Ministries (MFM FC) and defending champions, Enugu Rangers billed to hold at the Agege Stadium on Friday night.

NNL: Kogi Utd plan preseason friendlies

.To play Afe Babalola, Ekiti, Osun Utd, Crown 

NIGERIA National League, NNL side, Kogi United are set to intensify their readiness for the new season with selected football friendlies.

Why Dogo rescinded decision to quit Nasarawa Utd

By Akeem Lawal

THE Technical Adviser of Nasarawa United,  Kabir Dogo has decided to rescind its earlier decision to leave his position, just hours after announcing his resignation following the home draw with Sunshine stars of Akure.

Osho absolves Ndukwe of blame after draw

.As goalkeeper apologises to fans

            By Akeem Lawal

REMO Stars head coach, Fatai Osho has refused to blame goalkeeper Chizoba Ndukwe following his team's 1-1 draw with Lobi Stars in a Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) match played at the Gateway International Stadium in Sagamu on Sunday.

Onazi returns to action after surgery

.Rues Trabzonspor draw with Alanyaspor

By Akeem Lawal

SUPER Eagles midfielder, Ogenyi Onazi returned to action for Trabzonspor and helped the team secure a 0-0 away draw with Aytemiz Alanyaspor in the Turkish Super League clash at the Şenol Güneş Stadyumu (Trabzon) on Monday night.

Power Lee to storm USA for AIWF title

.Seeks Sports Ministry, Delta Govt support

By Akeem Lawal

THE Pro Wrestling Africa (PWA) Heavyweight Champion, Godspower Ikpide, popularly called “Power Lee De Great” has set his mind on the Allied Independent Wrestling Federations (AIWF) Intercontinental title.

Sunshine will go for victory over Nasarawa in Lafia, says Damilare

By Akeem Lawal

AS Sunshine Stars battle Nasarawa United in a week 9 match of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) at the Lafia Township Stadium on Sunday, the Akure-based team striker, Sunday Oluwadamilare says the players are focused on securing maximum points.

Remo’s victory over Lobi Stars is non-negotiable, says Osho

Technical Adviser of Remo Stars Football Club, Fatai Osho has indicated that the fans should expect the best from his wards on Sunday.

Oshoala thanks Arsenal Ladies, fans after China move

By Akeem Lawal

SUPER Falcons striker, Asisat Oshoala has thanked his former club, Arsenal Ladies and the club fans following her move to top Chinese Women’s Super League side, Dalian Quanjian.

NRFF Super Cup to now hold March 4

By Akeem Lawal

THE Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has announced that the 2017 Super Cup match between Northern League winners, Barewa RFC and South West champions, Cowrie RFC, will now hold on Saturday March 4th at the Old Parade Ground, Garki Area 10 (Opposite International Conference Centre), Abuja.

National Open Boxing Championship holds in Lagos

ALL is now set for the Nigeria Boxing Federation National Open Men and Women Championship holding from February 19 to 26 2017 at the Brai- Ayenote Boxing Gym, National Stadium Complex, Surulere, Lagos.

2017 Para-powerlifting National Open Trial to hold in Ibadan

By Akeem Lawal

The 2017 Para-powerlifting National Open Trial will hold in Ibadan from 8th to 12th March, 2017, SportingLife has been informed.

Uwa gets 3-game suspension without pay

By Akeem Lawal

TECHNICAL Adviser of Lobi Stars Football Club of Makurdi, Godwin Uwua has been suspended for three matches without pay in the aftermath of the team’s goalless draw in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) match day 7 against Katsina.

Osho targets CAF Champions League spot with Remo Stars

By Akeem Lawal

NEWLY appointed Technical Adviser of Nigeria Professional Football League side Remo Stars Football Club, Fatai Osho has set a CAF Champions League target for himself after being unveiled on Monday.

Onazi gets two-day leave after successful surgery

By Akeem Lawal

SUPER Eagles and Trabzonspor midfielder, Ogenyi Onazi has been given a two-day leave after undergoing a successful hemorrhoid surgery in a private hospital in Turkey, Sportsbiz247.blogspot reports.

Rohr slams Gateway Int’l Stadium

.Says pitch not good for football
By Akeem Lawal

SUPER Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr has condemned the football pitch of the Gateway International Stadium, Sagamu, Ogun State, saying it is not good for football games. 

Rohr: Iheanacho will fight for his place at Man City

.Unperturbed about Eagles star's bench role

.Talks with striker regularly

By Akeem Lawal

NIGERIA national team coach, Gernot Rohr believes Super Eagles forward, Kelechi Iheanacho will fight back and regain his place at English Premier League side, Manchester City.

Bala wants Tornadoes to build on Remo victory

By Akeem Lawal

NIGER Tornadoes head coach Abubakar Bala hopes the team will build on their 1-0 victory recorded against Remo Stars in the Nigeria Professional Football League matchday 7 decided at the Gateway International Stadium, Sagamu on Wednesday.

Mbaoma disappointed at Remo's home loss to Tornadoes

REMO Stars Football Club captain, Victor Mbaoma says he feels disappointed and bad losing 1-0 to Niger Tornadoes in MatchDay 7 fixture of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) played in at the Gateway International Stadium, Sagamu on Wednesday.

ABS vs. MFM game postponed until Thursday

By Akeem Lawal

THE Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL)  matchday 7 tie between Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS FC)  and Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) billed to hold at on Wednesday at the Ilorin Township Stadium has been moved to Thursday, reports SportingLife.

Elderson in line for Sporting Gijon debut

By Akeem Lawal

SUPER Eagles defender, Elderson Echiejile is on course to make his debut for his new club Sporting Gijon this weekend after undergoing Tuesday’s training session with the Spanish outfit, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Tornadoes’ Isah wants maximum points against Remo

NIGER Tornadoes' full back, Hussaini Isah has expressed optimism of his side's good outing against Remo Stars in their Matchday 7 encounter of the Nigeria Professional Football League, NPFL on Wednesday in Sagamu.

Kayode bags Best Striker 2016 award in Austria

By Akeem Lawal

AUSTRIA Wien forward, Kayode Olanrewaju has claimed the Best Strike 2016 award in the Austria Football Bundesliga for the second year running.

Faleye dedicates goal, Man of the Match award to parents

By Akeem Lawal

SHOOTING Stars Sports Club (3SC) forward, Sunday Faleye has dedicated his goal and Man of the Match award in their 2-1 victory over Rivers United in the Nigeria Professional Football League match Day 6 encounter held at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba in Ibadan on Sunday to his father and mother.

Larry Ekundayo gets Nigeria House of Reps endorsement

THE Nigerian House of Representatives last week passed a motion to “Congratulate Larry Ekundayo on his heroics in the field of boxing” and for the Government to help bring back the glory days of Nigerian boxing. 

3SC VS Rivers Utd: We’ll win for our fans, says Babalola

By Akeem Lawal

Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) midfielder, Ibrahim Babalola says the team will try as much as possible to put smiles on the faces of the club fans by defeating Rivers United in the Nigeria Professional Football League match day 6 encounter billed for Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba in Ibadan on Sunday.

Iwobi, Lookman, Aluko shortlisted for London Football Awards

By Akeem Lawal

ARSENAL forward, Alex Iwobi has been shortlisted alongside Everton new boy Ademola Lookman for the London Young Player of the Year category. The category also features Tottenham goalscoring midfielder Dele Alli, Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin and Fulham left-back Ryan Sessegnon.

Ospino wants to be first choice at MFM

By Akeem Lawal

MOUNTAIN of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM FC) goalkeeper, Ospino Egbe believes he has been able to convince the Coach Fidelis Ilechukwu-led technical crew that he is capable of being the number one choice for the Nigeria Professional Football League outfit.

Martins enjoys Tevez partnership

By Akeem Lawal

NIGERIA international, Obafemi Martins believes his striking partnership with Argentine striker, Carlos Tevez is looking good for the future of Chinese Super League outfit, Shanghai Shenhua.

Remo Stars part ways with Ugbade

REMO Stars Football Club have parted ways with Technical Adviser Nduka Ugbade after negotiations for a new contract broke down, Sportsbiz247.blogsport.com reports.

Obadaki ready to take his chances at El Kanemi

By Akeem Lawal

 

OBADAKI Halilu has vowed to take his opportunity ‘with both hands’ at Nigeria Professional Football League outfit, El Kanemi Warriors whenever he is called upon by the team’s handler, Ladan Bosso.