ABS’s Metu ruled out for rest of the season

By Our Reporter

Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS FC) Ilorin winger, Chigozirim Metu is out of the season after suffering a fracture on his tibia, his coach, Henry Makinwa has confirmed.

Oshoala delighted with first Chinese League hat-trick

By Akeem Lawal

SUPER Falcons forward, Asisat Oshoala is delighted to score her first hat-trick for her Chinese club, Dalian Quanjian FC in a 4-0 win over Shandong in the opening match of the fourth week of the Chinese Women Super League on Friday, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Plateau’s Salomon Junior out of El-Kanemi tie

.Hamisu Sale returns

By Akeem Lawal

PLATEAU United defender, Salomon Junior has been ruled out of Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) match day 27 tie against El-Kanemi Warriors billed for El-Kanemi Stadium, in Maiduguri on Sunday, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

MFM 2-1 SUNSHINE: Duke Udi faults officiating, threatens to resign

By Akeem Lawal

HEAD coach of Sunshine Stars, Duke Udi has faulted poor officiating for his side’s 2-1 loss to Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM FC) in the Nigeria Professional Football League matchday 26 encouter decided at the Agege Stadium on Wednesday, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Relegation Fight: Garba wants 100% commitment from Gombe players

By Akeem Lawal

GOMBE United Technical Adviser, Manu Garba has demanded total commitments from his lads in fight to avoid relegation from the Nigeria Professional Football League this season.

NASK urges karatekas to tap from Sensei Sherry’s experience

By Akeem Lawal

THE Nigerian Association of Shotokan Karate (NASK) has called on all Karate practitioners in the country to take advantage of the ‘Train with the Champion’ workshop which will have Senseis Andy Sherry (9th Dan) and Frank Brennan (8th Dan) of the Karate Union of Great Britain (KUGB) as event Instructors, to improve their knowledge of the sport.

UK University scholarship for NNPC/Shell Cup’s MVP

.As SPDC/ University of Sussex sign MoU

By Akeem Lawal

ONE of the top 20 universities in the United Kingdom, University of Sussex will provide a full scholarship to the Most Valuable Player of the 2017 NNPC/Shell Cup tournament.

Lagos U-18 karate championship holds July 1

By Akeem Lawal 

SAMCHI Karate Acedemy in conjunction with Lagos State Karate Association is staging her 1st edition of Lagos State U - 18 Karate Championship at the Rowe Park Sports Complex on Saturday 1st of July, 2017.

Ahead of Plateau Utd clash: Ahmed Musa hosts Nasarawa Utd

By Akeem Lawal

PLAYERS and officials of Nasarawa United on Monday paid a courtesy visit to Super Eagles forward, Ahmed Musa at his multi-million Naira mansion in Rayfield Jos.

ABS FC to don new Puma kits vs Kano Pillars

By Akeem Lawal

ABUBAKAR Bukola Saraki Football Club (ABS FC) Ilorin will commission their new Puma kits when they take on Kano Pillars in the Nigeria Professional Football League matchday 26 at the Ilorin Township Stadium on Wednesday.

NNPC/Shell Cup: Edo, Imo, Zamfara, Borno for semi-finals

By Akeem Lawal

Edo State players celebrating on Saturday 

HENSEN Demonstration School, Edo State defeated Asegun High School, Oyo State 4-3 on penalties in the final of the Zonal Preliminaries, Ijebu-Ode Zone on Saturday to qualify for the semi final of the ongoing 19th NNPC/Shell Cup, sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Anichebe to earn N32m-a-week in China

.Rakes in $5m yearly
By Akeem Lawal

NIGERIA international, Victor Anichebe's move to Beijing Enterprises Group FC in China will see him become 100k (about N32m) richer every week, sportsbiz247.blogspot.com have been informed.

A source close to the player revealed that the deal was brokered by his Nigeria representative Mr. Segun Ogunbayo and Chinese agent, Mr Bin.

According to the source, the 29-year-old striker signed a two and half year deal worth $5 million per year with the Chinese Division One side.

The Beijing 2008 Olympic silver medalist with Nigeria Dream Team last played for English Premier league side Sunderland last season where he earned £20,000 (about N8m) before they got relegated to the lower division.

He netted thrice in Eighteen appearance for the Blackcat .

Beijing Enterprises are 11th in China’s 16-team League One.

He joins other Nigerian players now plying their trade in China including Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel, Odion Ighalo, (who is Nigeria’s highest paid player), Obafemi Martins and Brown Ideye among other.

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE:Ogu undergoes speed, agility test

By Akeem Lawal

HAPOEL Be'er Sheva midfielder John Ogu and his teammates were put through a speed and agility test ahead of the second qualifying round of the Uefa Champions League clash against Hungary's Honved.

Taraba 2-1 Kogi: We switched off during the match, says Abubakar

By Our Reporter 

ASSISTANT Coach of Kogi United, Musa Abubakar has expressed disappointment with his boys performance following their 2-1 defeat to FC Taraba in a rescheduled Matchday 14 of the Bet9ja Nigeria National League, NNL played in Jalingo on Thursday, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

NNPC/Shell Cup Zonal Preliminaries: Lagos hammer Kwara 4-0

.Praise takes charge in top scorer race

By Akeem Lawal

LAGOS State representative, Ijaye Housing Estate Senior Secondary High School striker, Fagbolade Praise took another big step towards emerging the highest goalscorer at the zonal preliminaries of the 2017 NNPC/Shell Cup, Ijebu-Ode zone by hitting target once again in a 4-0 victory over Hollab College from Kwara State on Thursday.

NNPC/Shell Cup Preliminaries:Lagos, Edo, Oyo record big win

By Akeem Lawal
HAT-TRICK by Fagbolade Praise and a brace from Toriola Moses ensured Lagos State representative, Ijaye Housing Estate defeated their counterpart from Ondo State, Saint Daniel International College 5-0 in the Day 1 of the zonal preliminaries of the 2017 NNPC/Shell Cup held at the Ijebu Muslim College in Ijebu-Ode Zone on Wednesday.

Robbers attack Dogo's house, beat wife, cart away valuables

By Akeem Lawal

ARMED robbers invaded the Ilorin home of Nasarawa United Coach, Kabiru Suleiman Dogo and carted away valuable items worth millions of naira in the process sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

NNL: Kogi’s Abdulrahman eyes positive restart vs Taraba

THE business end of 2016/2017 Bet9ja Nigeria National League (NNL) gets underway on Wednesday across the country with interesting fixtures in both Northern and Southern conferences.

Bashir targets double-digit goals tally for Nasarawa Utd

By Akeem Lawal

AFTER scoring his sixth goal in a Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) matchday 25 encounter against Enyimba at the Lafia Township Stadium on Sunday, Nasarawa United forward, Abdulrahman Bashir is optimistic of reaching double-figure goals tally once again this season, sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

2017 NNPC / Shell Cup: Zonal Preliminaries begin in four Zones

By Akeem Lawal

The zonal preliminaries of the 19th edition of the NNPC / Shell Cup will kick off in four centers across the country, sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Oladapo's wonder goal can't save Gombe against Sunshine

GOMBE United forward, Austin Oladapo scored a wonderful overhead kick on Sunday but his goal did not prevent the Savannah Scorpions from suffering a 2-1 defeat in the hands of Sunshine Stars of Akure in one of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) matchday 25 encounter decided at the Dipo Dina International Stadium in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.

We want to beat Gombe for our fans, says Sunshine’s Adedipe

By Akeem Lawal

SUNSHINE Stars utility player, Adedipe Kehinde says the team is ready to beat Gombe United for the club fans in the Nigeria Professional Football League matchday 25 encounter, which will hold behind closed doors at the Dipo Dina International Stadium on Sunday.

Spanish youth football team sack coach after 25-0 win

THE coach of a Spanish youth team has been sacked after a 25-0 win - because the club's management decided the margin of victory went against the spirit of the game.

Teen sensation, Gata delighted to join ABS

By Our Reporter

ABUBAKAR Bukola Saraki (ABS FC) Ilorin new signing, Mubaraq Gata is delighted to join the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) outfit.

Okagbare’s wig falls off during Oslo Diamond League Long Jump (watch video)

By Akeem Lawal 

NIGERIAN-born Olympic silver medallist from Beijing 2008 Blessing Okagbare-Ighoteguonor had a disappointing outing  at the Oslo leg of the IAAF Diamond League held on Thursday as the sprint queen could only manage a seventh-place finish in the Long Jump event entered for.

Malian star, Kanoute signs for Rivers Utd

.To make debut against Lobi Stars

By Our Reporter

MALIAN star, Abdoulaye Kanoute has joined Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) club, Rivers United after stints in Lebanon, Bahrain and India.

Enyimba get Abalogu, Udoh, Ifeanyi boost for Nasarawa tie

By Akeem Lawal

ENYIMBA have been handed a major boost ahead of this weekend's Nigeria Professional Football League match day 25 encounter with Nasarawa United at the Lafia Township Stadium with the news that the trio of Andrew Abalogu, Mfon Udoh and Ifeanyi Anaemena have returned to training.

Re-elected Igali promises Olympic medals

.Calls for support in repositioning wrestling 

By Akeem Lawal

RE-ELECTED President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Hon Daniel Igali has urged all stakeholders to join hands with him in repositioning the sport in the country, even as he vows not to rest for the next four until he produces a gold medal at the Olympics.

MFM 1-0 3SC: Ilechukwu apologises for being sent off

By Akeem Lawal 

MOUNTAIN of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM FC) coach, Fidelis Ilechukwu has apologized for his actions after being sent to the stands during the team's 1-0 victory over Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) in the Nigeria Professional Football League matchday 24 encounter decided at the Agege Stadium on Sunday.

Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports that referee Oluwabonmi Olayombo sent off Ilechukwu three minutes to the end of the game after the coach seem to have mouthed some uncomplimentary words to the 4th official, Tope Orowole.

The Olukoya Boys did end up taking all three point courtesy of Shinshinma Monday's 21st minute well taken strike, his first goal of the season.

Prior to his being sent off, Ilechukwu had received warning from the center referee after he was left livid when Olatunbosun Sikiru scored from a well work counter off an assist from Stephen Odey but was flagged offside.

The 'Working One' as fondly called, however took to his Facebook page on Wednesday to tender his unreserved apology to his fans who felt disappointed by his actions.

"To err is human and forgiveness is divine. I want to say I'm sorry for my excesses in our last home game against 3SC.

"Football is an emotional game and I believe my emotion took over me on that day. Don't forget that Fidelis Ilechukwu is human, I'm not perfect and I have realised that I made mistake. I hold the laws of the game in high esteem because without the law, football will be something else.

"This is my sincere apology to anyone who was disappointed with the way things pan out in that game," he said.

Dogo hopes Adamu will be fit for Enyimba clash

By Akeem Lawal

Hassan (c) celebrating with teammates

NASARAWA United Coach, Kabiru Suleiman Dogo is hoping injured striker, Adamu Hassan will be fit in time for their Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) match day 25 clash against Enyimba at the Lafia City Stadium this weekend, sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Sunshine Stars banished to Ijebu Ode indefinitely

.Goalkeeper Ariyo handed 12-match ban

League Management Company (LMC) has ordered Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) side, Sunshine Stars of Akure to play its home matches at the Otunba Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu Ode while its goalkeeper, David Ariyo bagged a 12-match suspension, sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Ajani Ibrahim goes spiritual for 3SC’s survival

.Rues defeat to MFM

By Akeem Lawal

SHOOTING Stars Sports Club (3SC) striker, Ajani Ibrahim is vehemently praying for the survival of the Ibadan-based side after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM FC) in a Nigeria Professional  Football League (NPFL) match day 24 encounter on Sunday, sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Federation Elections: Wrestlers clamour for Igali’s return

By Akeem Lawal

AHEAD of the 2017 National Sports Federations scheduled to hold in Abuja on Tuesday, 13th June, 2017, most of Nigerian wrestlers are clamouring for the return of Hon. Daniel Igali as the President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Saka dedicates VAT Wonder Goal award to teammates

By Our Reporter

AYO Saka who won the Match Day 20 VAT Wonder Goal Award was presented his prize at a brief ceremony on Sunday and he said the award is for his teammates, management of Rivers United and the club's fans, sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Nadal revels in 'unprecedented' 10th French Open title

By Our Reporter 

RAFAEL Nadal has described his feat as 'unprecedented' after winning a record 10th French Open by beating Swiss third seed Stan Wawrinka in the final.

Issa Gata plays down Messi comparisons

By Akeem Lawal

ABUBAKAR Bukola Saraki (ABS FC) versatile player, Adeshina Issa Gata has played down comparisons between himself and Argentine forward, Lionel Messi, saying there is great distance between him and the Barcelona super star, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Makinwa glad to have Ajanah back for Lobi tie

By Our Reporter 

COACH of Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS FC), Henry Makinwa, will be delighted to welcome his experienced central defender, Chinedu Ajanah back to his match day squad, for week 24 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), clash with Lobi Stars of Makurdi on Sunday in Ilorin, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports. 

Wikki vs Tornadoes: Ogbonnaya wants win as birthday gift

By Our Reporter 

NIGER Tornadoes central defender, Reuben Ogbonnaya says that a good result for his side in Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) matchday 24 against Wikki Tourists of Bauchi at the Tafawa Balewa Stadium Bauchi on Sunday will be his best birthday present, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Troost-Ekong: Eagles battle ready for Bafana Bafana

By Akeem Lawal

SUPER Eagles centre back, William Troost-Ekong reckons the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Bafana Bafana of South Africa is a big test but believes the team is capable of coming out victorious, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Ugboaja Summer Camp: 700 players fight for scholarship slots

By Akeem Lawal

ABOUT 700 Basketball and American Football players are fighting for places in the 20 scholarship scheme slots at the Ejike Ugboaja Basketball Foundation summer camp at the National Stadium, Abuja.

Rumors Night Club holds 'Break Free Snooker Tournament'

PLANS are in top gear by management of Rumors Night Club, Festac Town, Lagos to hold a snooker tournament, sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

AFCON QUALIFIER: South Africa can't stop Nigeria, says Odegbami

By Akeem Lawal

FORMER Nigeria international, Segun Odegbami (MON), says South Africa or any other country can stop the Super Eagles from qualifying for the 2019 edition of the Africa Nations Cup.

Tornadoes 1-0 Rivers Utd: Man of the Match award thrills Aliko

By Akeem Lawal

NIGER Tornadoes captain and goalkeeper Mustapha Aliko is delighted to win the Man of the Match award after helping his side secure a 1-0 victory over Rivers United in the Nigeria Professional Football League matchday 23 clash at the Confluence Stadium in Lokoja.

Makinwa: We paid for our mistakes against IfeanyiUbah

By Our Reporter 

ABUBAKAR Bukola Saraki (ABS FC) Coach, Henry Makinwa, has admitted that his side made "mistakes" after they suffered a 2-0 defeat in the hands of FC Ifeanyi Ubah in the Nigeria Professional Football League match day 23 encounter on Wednesday, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Ronaldo remains world´s highest-paid athlete

PORTUGUESE forward, Cristiano Ronaldo has retained his place at the top of the Forbes list of highest-paid athletes after earning $93million up to June 1, 2017.

N8.2m set aside as NNPC/Shell Cup prize money

By Akeem Lawal

A mouth-watering sum of N8.2 million has been set aside as prize money for the winners of the 2017 edition of the NNPC/Shell Cup football competition for all secondary schools in the country. 

AFCON qualifier: Eagles ready for 'big game' vs Bafana

NIGERIA has never lost a competitive match to South Africa at senior level, and the Super Eagles are confident that record will not only be sustained, but a convincing win by Nigeria awaits in Saturday’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.

Preko: IfeanyiUbah not giving up on title despite MFM loss

By Akeem Lawal

Head coach of FC IfeanyiUbah, Yaw Preko is refusing to give up on Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title despite losing 1-0 to Mountain of Fire Miracles Ministries (MFM) FC in Sunday’s matchday 22 clash at the Agege Township Stadium in Lagos.

Joshua/Klitschko rematch may hold in Nigeria

By Akeem Lawal

ANTHONY Oluwafemi Joshua is fighting Wladimir Klitschko again and Nigeria is among the four proposed venue being discussed this week, according to promoter Eddie Hearn, sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Tianjin Teda 2-1 Shanghai Shenhua: Ideye delighted with brace

By Akeem Lawal

SUPER Eagles forward, Brown Ideye could not hide his joy after he scored twice to help Tianjin Teda edge Obafemi Martins’ Shanghai Shenhua 2-1 in a 12th round game of the 2017 Chinese Super League on Friday, sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.