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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed its intentions to negotiate a contract extension with Randy Waldrum, the coach of the Super Falcons. Waldrum successfully led the team to the Round of 16 at the FIFA Women's World Cup and the NFF aims to maintain the team's momentum by retaining his services. The Technical Committee has been tasked with engaging in discussions with Waldrum to finalize the extension.
Nigeria joins the Invictus Games for the first time, offering participants who have experienced physical and mental trauma the opportunity to connect and find solace. Despite criticism regarding the event's cost and motive, team members see it as a chance for healing and camaraderie.
Nigeria's absence among the selected referees for the CAF AFCON 2023 preparatory course raises concerns about their representation in the upcoming tournament. With two North African countries dominating the list, Nigeria's exclusion sparks questions surrounding their match officials' readiness and capabilities. This article explores the implications of Nigeria missing out on the preparatory course and discusses the potential impact on their participation in AFCON 2023.
President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, Francis Orbih, expresses confidence in Anuoluwapo Opeyori's ability to break the Olympic jinx in badminton for Nigeria. Opeyori, currently Africa's number one, is on a training tour in Vietnam, with plans to compete in various international tournaments to earn qualification points for the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Kwara State Sports Commission (KSSC) recently organized a seminar and workshop for coaches and secretaries of the commission with the aim of curbing doping among athletes in the state. The seminar was conducted by sports and anti-doping expert, Mr Femi Ayorinde and focused on enlightening the officials on the dangers of doping as the National Youth Games approach.
Napoli striker Victor Osimhen scored a hat-trick for Nigeria in their dominant 6-0 victory over São Tomé and Príncipe in the final round of AFCON qualifying. This win secured Nigeria's top spot in Group A, with Osimhen emerging as the star of the match.
The Nigeria Correctional Service (NCS) has shifted its focus from punishment to rehabilitation in the prison system. In collaboration with non-governmental organizations, the NCS has been promoting reformatory activities, such as sports, to aid in the mental, emotional, and psychological rehabilitation of inmates. The recent month-long sports tournament organized for inmates of the Kuje Correctional Centre in Abuja showcased the positive impact of sports on inmates' wellbeing. The tournament witnessed the participation of various dignitaries, including House of Representatives members. This article explores the shift towards rehabilitation and emphasizes the transformative power of sports within the correctional system.
Victor Osimhen, the Napoli striker, scored a hat-trick for the Nigerian national team in their resounding 6-0 victory over Sao Tome and Principe in the final round of qualifiers for the 2024 African Cup of Nations. Nigeria secured the top spot in their group with 15 points after previously guaranteeing qualification. Read on for all the details.
Nigeria's Minister of Sports, Sen. John Owan Enoh has congratulated the Super Eagles and urged the team to bring back the AFCON trophy after Victor Osimhen's hat trick seals an emphatic 6-0 victory for the Super Eagles against Sao Tome and Principe at the Nest of Champions, Uyo, Akwa-Ibom State, on Sunday. Osimhen's impressive performance makes him the top scorer of the AFCON qualifiers with 10 goals and Nigeria's fourth all-time highest goalscorer with 20 goals.
Victor Osimhen's superb performance in Nigeria's match against Sao Tome and Principe has earned him praise from fans and media alike. The Napoli striker scored a hat-trick in the 6-0 victory, securing Nigeria's qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations. Osimhen's impressive display is expected to boost his confidence, benefiting both his national team and his club.
The Enugu State Ministry of Youths and Sports has announced its remarkable achievements during the first 100 days in office of Governor Peter Mbah. These achievements include a gold medal at the Commonwealth Youth Games, successful hosting of team sports elimination, and skills training for over 100 youths. The ministry is focused on fast-tracking sports development in the state.
Organizers of the Betsy Obaseki Football Tournament have announced the kickoff date for the 3rd edition of the women preseason soccer fiesta. The tournament, which will serve as a pre-season event for the Nigerian women football league, will run from October 19th to October 29th, 2023 in Benin City, Edo State. With the support of the Edo State Sports Commission and the passion of the First Lady, the tournament aims to become the best pre-season tournament in the country.
The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has announced the rescheduling of the second phase of the Zenith Bank Women's Basketball League due to a change in date for the National Youth Games. The Atlantic Conference, which was originally set for September, will now take place in October. However, the Savannah Conference will proceed as scheduled. The NBBF expressed regret for any inconvenience caused by the change of dates.
The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has announced the rescheduling of the second phase of the Atlantic Conference group in the ongoing Zenith Bank Women's Basketball League. The change in date was necessary due to the rescheduling of the National Youth Games at the same venue, and the new dates are from October 2 to 8.
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has been postponed for the third time, with the kick-off date yet to be announced. This delay has been attributed to the need for members to focus on the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The Chief Operating Officer of the League, Davidson Owumi, cited stakeholder representations and logistical challenges as the reasons for the postponement.
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