African Wrestling Championship will bring unity to Rivers, says Dalung

By Our Reporter

THE Minister of Youth and Sports, Barrister Solomon Dalung says hosting of the forthcoming African Wrestling Championship billed for Port Harcourt from 7th to 11th February, 2018 will help unite the people of the Rivers state and Nigeria.

23 talents emerge at GOtv Boxing NextGen Search 3

By Our Reporter

A total of 23 young boxers were adjudged as fit to join the professional ranks by selectors at GOtv Boxing NextGen Search 3, which ended in Ibadan on Saturday.

Young boxers thrill crowd at GOtv Boxing NextGen Search 3

By Our Reporter

SELECTORS and members of the audience at GOtv Boxing NextGen Search 3 have been delighted by the showing of young boxers participating in the programme.

COPA Lagos 2017: Gidi Sharks to play Arsenal in first match

By Our Reporter

The annual beach soccer tournament, COPA Lagos, organized by Kinetic Sports has unveiled the first Lagos based beach soccer team – Gidi Sharks.

Dala Hard Court Tennis championship serves off Friday

By Akeem Lawal

THE 31st edition of the annual Dala Hard Court Tennis Championship serves off on Friday at the Kano Club Courts.

Rugby: South West League resumes as four matches takes center stage

By Our Reporter

Friends of Rugby have announced that the CMB Building Maintenance & Investment Company Limited sponsored South West League will resume its second round of matches on Saturday, 18th November at the National Stadium NIS pitch, Surulere Lagos.

Balogun, Ekong, Omeruo, others celebrate victory over Argentina

By Akeem Lawal

SUPER Eagles players are in cloud nine after coming from a two goals down to defeat Argentina 4-2 in a friendly match decided at the Krasnodar Stadium on Tuesday.

Nelson credits hard work for 2017 Lagos City Criterium victory

By Akeem Lawal

THE Lagos City Criterium 2017 top prize winner, Bassey Nelson says he worked very hard and was dedicated before emerging champion of the competition held at Dolphin Loop, Ikoyi, Lagos last weekend.

Young boxers register for GOtv Boxing NextGen Search 3

By Our Reporter

SCORES of young boxers from across the country have signified their interest in participating in GOtv Boxing NextGen Search 3, the talent hunt initiative is scheduled for Ibadan between 16 and 18 November, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

2017 Lagos City Criterium: 170 riders battle for N1.5m prize money

By Akeem Lawal

Nine teams from all over Nigeria including Port Harcourt, Abuja and host city Lagos will compete for over N1.5m in total prize monies at the Lagos City Criterium 2017 which takes place on Saturday at Dolphin Estate Road (Second Avenue Estate) by 7am, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Egbuchulam set to join GIF Sundsvall

By Akeem Lawal

Former Enugu Rangers forward, Chisom Egbuchulam, could join a top Swedish club, GIF Sundsvall, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com has been informed.

Wike Wrestling tourney: Bayelsa will present a formidable team, says Kodei

By Akeem Lawal

HEAD Coach, Bayelsa State wrestling team, Victor Kodei has assured that the best wrestlers will be selected to represent the state at the forthcoming Governor Wike National Wrestling Challenge Cup which holds at the Rivers State Indoor Sports Complex, Port Harcourt the Rivers capital city from November 23 to 30, 2017.

Oshoala celebrates Chinese Women’s Super Cup title with Quanjian

By Akeem Lawal

SUPER Falcons forward, Asisat Oshoala is in celebration mood after helping Dalian Quanjian FC to emerge 2017 Chinese Women’s Super Cup champions after beating Shanghai 5-3 in the final on Tuesday.

Genesis ready to dominate new 50kg weight class at Wike Championship

By Akeem Lawal

NIGERIA female wrestler, Mercy Genesis has declared her readiness to challenge for honours in her new weight class of 50kg at the Governor Wike National Wrestling Challenge Cup which holds at the Rivers State Indoor Sports Complex, Port Harcourt, from November 23 to 30, 2017.

Adeshina Gata: Akwa Utd move will aid my development

By Akeem Lawal

FORMER Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) midfielder, Adeshina Issa Gata has disclosed to SportingLife that he chose to join Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) side, Akwa United so as to continue his football development.

Emenalo resigns as Chelsea technical director

By Our Reporter
CHELSEA have announced Michael Emenalo has stepped down from his position as technical director, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

SWAN nominates Mitchel Obi for AIPS-Africa Presidency

.Sets up Mobilization/Sponsorship Committee

By Our Reporter 

THE Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has nominated veteran sports journalist and AIPS-Africa incumbent president, Mr. Mitchel Obi as Nigeria’s Sole Candidate for the office of President in the forthcoming AIPS-Africa elections.

Stoke City 2 – 2 Leicester City: Iheanacho, Ndidi celebrate away point

By Akeem Lawal

NIGERIA internationals, Kelechi Iheanacho and Wilfred Ndidi have expressed satisfaction after Leicester City secured 2-2 draw away to Stoke City on Saturday, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Kasımpasa vs Bursaspor: Troost-Ekong draws battle line with Omeruo

By Akeem Lawal

Super Eagles defender, William Troost-Ekong has warned compatriot, Kenneth Omeruo that it will not be a brotherly affair when his club, Bursaspor take on Kasımpaşa in the Turkish Süper Lig matchday 11 on Saturday.

Ondo government assure Adekuoroye, others of adequate support

By Akeem Lawal 

NIGERIA female wrestling sensation, Odunayo Adekuoroye and other Ondo State-born athletes have been assured of support by the state government.

Okenla delighted to retain Independence Rugby 7s title with Samurai

By Akeem Lawal

NIGERIA rugby football national team, the Black Stallions star, Temitope Okenla is delighted to help Samurai Barracudas retain the Lagos Independence Rugby 7s title after defeating Cowrie RFC of Lagos 26-0 in the final held at the Lagos Polo club on Sunday.